
AWS Western Carolina Section Event & Facility Tour at Dave Steel Co.
An after-hours walkthrough of a major Asheville steel fabrication shop with behind-the-scenes looks at production equipment and processes. Built for welding and metalworking professionals to trade insights, meet peers, and make industry connections.
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A deep dive into mass timber construction covering product types, performance considerations, and design inspiration in a craft-centered setting. Built for architects and building pros looking to learn, compare materials, and connect locally.
A deep dive into mass timber construction covering product types, performance considerations, and design inspiration in a craft-centered setting. Built for architects and building pros looking to learn, compare materials, and connect locally.
A deep dive into mass timber construction covering product types, performance considerations, and design inspiration in a craft-centered setting. Built for architects and building pros looking to learn, compare materials, and connect locally.
An historian-led walk through downtown Asheville, unpacking landmark stories and lesser-known local history on an early evening excursion. Starts from a central Patton Avenue bar and coffee shop as the meet-up point.
An historian-led walk through downtown Asheville, unpacking landmark stories and lesser-known local history on an early evening excursion. Starts from a central Patton Avenue bar and coffee shop as the meet-up point.
An historian-led walk through downtown Asheville, unpacking landmark stories and lesser-known local history on an early evening excursion. Starts from a central Patton Avenue bar and coffee shop as the meet-up point.

After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.

After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.
After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.

Grand opening open house with meet and greets, behind the scenes facility tours, and a first look at a new pet urgent care clinic designed for the Asheville community. Drop in anytime during the afternoon to connect with the care team and explore the space.

Grand opening open house with meet and greets, behind the scenes facility tours, and a first look at a new pet urgent care clinic designed for the Asheville community. Drop in anytime during the afternoon to connect with the care team and explore the space.
Grand opening open house with meet and greets, behind the scenes facility tours, and a first look at a new pet urgent care clinic designed for the Asheville community. Drop in anytime during the afternoon to connect with the care team and explore the space.

Practical torch soldering workshop crafting mountain shaped pendants and keychains from copper or brass, teaching cutting, shaping, texturing, and polishing in an intimate studio setting ideal for beginners.

Practical torch soldering workshop crafting mountain shaped pendants and keychains from copper or brass, teaching cutting, shaping, texturing, and polishing in an intimate studio setting ideal for beginners.
Practical torch soldering workshop crafting mountain shaped pendants and keychains from copper or brass, teaching cutting, shaping, texturing, and polishing in an intimate studio setting ideal for beginners.

A behind the scenes learning session tracing coffee’s full journey from seed to cup, using value stream exploration to map each step. Ideal for curious coffee lovers and professionals wanting supply chain and production insights.

A behind the scenes learning session tracing coffee’s full journey from seed to cup, using value stream exploration to map each step. Ideal for curious coffee lovers and professionals wanting supply chain and production insights.
A behind the scenes learning session tracing coffee’s full journey from seed to cup, using value stream exploration to map each step. Ideal for curious coffee lovers and professionals wanting supply chain and production insights.

Monthly co working and open project sprint with a casual drop in format, spanning everything from emailing and data entry to coding help. Hosted at a brewery hangout with a Cuban food truck for social tech community connection.

Monthly co working and open project sprint with a casual drop in format, spanning everything from emailing and data entry to coding help. Hosted at a brewery hangout with a Cuban food truck for social tech community connection.
Monthly co working and open project sprint with a casual drop in format, spanning everything from emailing and data entry to coding help. Hosted at a brewery hangout with a Cuban food truck for social tech community connection.

Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.

Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.
Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.

Casual late-evening hangout for Asheville filmmakers and film actors to swap project updates, contacts, and collaboration ideas. Meet outdoors or inside depending on weather, with an easy-to-spot laminated AVL meetup sign at the distillery.

Casual late-evening hangout for Asheville filmmakers and film actors to swap project updates, contacts, and collaboration ideas. Meet outdoors or inside depending on weather, with an easy-to-spot laminated AVL meetup sign at the distillery.
Casual late-evening hangout for Asheville filmmakers and film actors to swap project updates, contacts, and collaboration ideas. Meet outdoors or inside depending on weather, with an easy-to-spot laminated AVL meetup sign at the distillery.

A walkable, self guided downtown crawl through galleries, studios, restaurants, breweries, and performance spaces, with rotating new artwork throughout the district. Expect artist meet and greets and a lively citywide cultural atmosphere.

A walkable, self guided downtown crawl through galleries, studios, restaurants, breweries, and performance spaces, with rotating new artwork throughout the district. Expect artist meet and greets and a lively citywide cultural atmosphere.
A walkable, self guided downtown crawl through galleries, studios, restaurants, breweries, and performance spaces, with rotating new artwork throughout the district. Expect artist meet and greets and a lively citywide cultural atmosphere.
A nighttime true crime walking tour through downtown Asheville, diving into notorious cases, scandal, and eerie local history with guided storytelling. Starts at a Patton Avenue bar and coffee shop for an adults-leaning, after-dark vibe.
A nighttime true crime walking tour through downtown Asheville, diving into notorious cases, scandal, and eerie local history with guided storytelling. Starts at a Patton Avenue bar and coffee shop for an adults-leaning, after-dark vibe.
A nighttime true crime walking tour through downtown Asheville, diving into notorious cases, scandal, and eerie local history with guided storytelling. Starts at a Patton Avenue bar and coffee shop for an adults-leaning, after-dark vibe.

An Asheville real estate investing meetup centered on relationship-building and practical deal flow, with a guest talk from Dealmaker founder Jim Ingersoll. Expect current market strategies, Q and A discussion, and local investor networking at a casual hangout spot.

An Asheville real estate investing meetup centered on relationship-building and practical deal flow, with a guest talk from Dealmaker founder Jim Ingersoll. Expect current market strategies, Q and A discussion, and local investor networking at a casual hangout spot.
An Asheville real estate investing meetup centered on relationship-building and practical deal flow, with a guest talk from Dealmaker founder Jim Ingersoll. Expect current market strategies, Q and A discussion, and local investor networking at a casual hangout spot.

Workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a two-hour hands-on session to make custom cocktail or tea spoons with all materials provided. Suitable for all skill levels and ages 9 and up.

Workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a two-hour hands-on session to make custom cocktail or tea spoons with all materials provided. Suitable for all skill levels and ages 9 and up.
Workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a two-hour hands-on session to make custom cocktail or tea spoons with all materials provided. Suitable for all skill levels and ages 9 and up.
A free afternoon meet up for local business owners and professionals to connect, swap referrals, and explore collaborations. Built for relationship-building and growing your network in a casual community setting.
A free afternoon meet up for local business owners and professionals to connect, swap referrals, and explore collaborations. Built for relationship-building and growing your network in a casual community setting.
A free afternoon meet up for local business owners and professionals to connect, swap referrals, and explore collaborations. Built for relationship-building and growing your network in a casual community setting.

One on one consultation for couples interested in crafting their own wedding bands, covering design options, sizing, materials, and the torch based metalworking process. Ideal for beginners planning a hands on jewelry making experience.

One on one consultation for couples interested in crafting their own wedding bands, covering design options, sizing, materials, and the torch based metalworking process. Ideal for beginners planning a hands on jewelry making experience.
One on one consultation for couples interested in crafting their own wedding bands, covering design options, sizing, materials, and the torch based metalworking process. Ideal for beginners planning a hands on jewelry making experience.

A guided evening walk to Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and time to explore the grounds at a moderate pace. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community outing centered on fresh air and local nature.

A guided evening walk to Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and time to explore the grounds at a moderate pace. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community outing centered on fresh air and local nature.
A guided evening walk to Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and time to explore the grounds at a moderate pace. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community outing centered on fresh air and local nature.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff, revealing hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources at Transylvania County Library. Ideal for newcomers and longtime readers looking for insider tips.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff, revealing hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources at Transylvania County Library. Ideal for newcomers and longtime readers looking for insider tips.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff, revealing hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources at Transylvania County Library. Ideal for newcomers and longtime readers looking for insider tips.

A guided driving tour around Asheville with curated winery stops for tasting flights and regional pours. Expect a relaxed afternoon itinerary that pairs scenic rides with a structured wine tasting experience.

A guided driving tour around Asheville with curated winery stops for tasting flights and regional pours. Expect a relaxed afternoon itinerary that pairs scenic rides with a structured wine tasting experience.
A guided driving tour around Asheville with curated winery stops for tasting flights and regional pours. Expect a relaxed afternoon itinerary that pairs scenic rides with a structured wine tasting experience.

Jewelry-making workshop at Torched AVL, featuring hands-on sterling silver ring crafting at a fully stocked jeweler’s bench with wire forming, torch soldering, texturing, and finishing to produce three stacking rings or one wide band. Open to ages 9+ and all skill levels.

Jewelry-making workshop at Torched AVL, featuring hands-on sterling silver ring crafting at a fully stocked jeweler’s bench with wire forming, torch soldering, texturing, and finishing to produce three stacking rings or one wide band. Open to ages 9+ and all skill levels.
Jewelry-making workshop at Torched AVL, featuring hands-on sterling silver ring crafting at a fully stocked jeweler’s bench with wire forming, torch soldering, texturing, and finishing to produce three stacking rings or one wide band. Open to ages 9+ and all skill levels.
Free monthly afternoon meetup for Asheville health, wellness, and fitness professionals focused on building a local referral network. Casual networking in a martial arts school setting to trade resources, contacts, and collaboration ideas.
Free monthly afternoon meetup for Asheville health, wellness, and fitness professionals focused on building a local referral network. Casual networking in a martial arts school setting to trade resources, contacts, and collaboration ideas.
Free monthly afternoon meetup for Asheville health, wellness, and fitness professionals focused on building a local referral network. Casual networking in a martial arts school setting to trade resources, contacts, and collaboration ideas.