Black Experience Book Club
Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted at the YMI Cultural Center with guided conversation led by the Director of Community Engagement.
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Community-centered literary discussion exploring books that center the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement at a downtown cultural center for dialogue and connection.
Community-centered literary discussion exploring books that center the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement at a downtown cultural center for dialogue and connection.
Community-centered literary discussion exploring books that center the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement at a downtown cultural center for dialogue and connection.
Lively, reader-led discussions dig into books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, pairing big-picture context with local conversation. Ideal for curious adults who like thoughtful debate and civic-minded learning.
Lively, reader-led discussions dig into books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, pairing big-picture context with local conversation. Ideal for curious adults who like thoughtful debate and civic-minded learning.
Lively, reader-led discussions dig into books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, pairing big-picture context with local conversation. Ideal for curious adults who like thoughtful debate and civic-minded learning.
Monthly morning book discussion at Pack Memorial Library with rotating genres and an easygoing, newcomer friendly circle. Meets the second Wednesday at 10:30 AM for community conversation and shared reading.
Monthly morning book discussion at Pack Memorial Library with rotating genres and an easygoing, newcomer friendly circle. Meets the second Wednesday at 10:30 AM for community conversation and shared reading.
Monthly morning book discussion at Pack Memorial Library with rotating genres and an easygoing, newcomer friendly circle. Meets the second Wednesday at 10:30 AM for community conversation and shared reading.
Book swap night with collaborative planning for the next six months of reads, plus casual discussion even if you’ve only read a few chapters. A small, friendly digital nomad crowd meets among shelves and coffeehouse vibes at a downtown book exchange.
Book swap night with collaborative planning for the next six months of reads, plus casual discussion even if you’ve only read a few chapters. A small, friendly digital nomad crowd meets among shelves and coffeehouse vibes at a downtown book exchange.
Book swap night with collaborative planning for the next six months of reads, plus casual discussion even if you’ve only read a few chapters. A small, friendly digital nomad crowd meets among shelves and coffeehouse vibes at a downtown book exchange.
Weekly online restorative circle led by Black facilitators, centered on self care as self preservation and political resilience. A supportive, identity specific space for Black or African American participants to breathe, reflect, and build community practice.
Weekly online restorative circle led by Black facilitators, centered on self care as self preservation and political resilience. A supportive, identity specific space for Black or African American participants to breathe, reflect, and build community practice.
Weekly online restorative circle led by Black facilitators, centered on self care as self preservation and political resilience. A supportive, identity specific space for Black or African American participants to breathe, reflect, and build community practice.
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 monthly small-group discussion centered on a shared book selection in a public library setting. Come ready for thoughtful conversation, reader insights, and community connection around the current pick.
A monthly small-group discussion centered on a shared book selection in a public library setting. Come ready for thoughtful conversation, reader insights, and community connection around the current pick.
A monthly small-group discussion centered on a shared book selection in a public library setting. Come ready for thoughtful conversation, reader insights, and community connection around the current pick.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and practical tips for using local resources. Welcoming for newcomers and longtime patrons curious about how the library works.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and practical tips for using local resources. Welcoming for newcomers and longtime patrons curious about how the library works.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and practical tips for using local resources. Welcoming for newcomers and longtime patrons curious about how the library works.
A 20 minute triple scream stress relief session gathers on the brewery’s outdoor deck before opening time. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for catharsis, laughs, and low stakes community bonding.
A 20 minute triple scream stress relief session gathers on the brewery’s outdoor deck before opening time. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for catharsis, laughs, and low stakes community bonding.
A 20 minute triple scream stress relief session gathers on the brewery’s outdoor deck before opening time. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for catharsis, laughs, and low stakes community bonding.
A bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting focused on county business, public agenda items, and local policy decisions. Held at the Buncombe County Courthouse with opportunities for civic participation and community updates.
A bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting focused on county business, public agenda items, and local policy decisions. Held at the Buncombe County Courthouse with opportunities for civic participation and community updates.
A bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting focused on county business, public agenda items, and local policy decisions. Held at the Buncombe County Courthouse with opportunities for civic participation and community updates.
A reflective evening of Appalachian poetry centered on remembrance and commemoration. Expect spoken-word readings and thoughtful conversation in an intimate library setting geared toward listeners and literary-minded community members.
A reflective evening of Appalachian poetry centered on remembrance and commemoration. Expect spoken-word readings and thoughtful conversation in an intimate library setting geared toward listeners and literary-minded community members.
A reflective evening of Appalachian poetry centered on remembrance and commemoration. Expect spoken-word readings and thoughtful conversation in an intimate library setting geared toward listeners and literary-minded community members.
Honest, sometimes challenging small-group dialogue focused on racial healing, authentic relationships, and deeper connection across differences. Come to participate or observe in a compassion-centered circle grounded in love, respect, and diverse perspectives.
Honest, sometimes challenging small-group dialogue focused on racial healing, authentic relationships, and deeper connection across differences. Come to participate or observe in a compassion-centered circle grounded in love, respect, and diverse perspectives.
Honest, sometimes challenging small-group dialogue focused on racial healing, authentic relationships, and deeper connection across differences. Come to participate or observe in a compassion-centered circle grounded in love, respect, and diverse perspectives.
A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with firsthand experience. Learn about systemic barriers to stability while pointing out local resources and support services along the route.
A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with firsthand experience. Learn about systemic barriers to stability while pointing out local resources and support services along the route.
A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with firsthand experience. Learn about systemic barriers to stability while pointing out local resources and support services along the route.
Connection and healing-centered community gathering led by a BIPOC nonprofit focused on psychedelic-positive wellness. Expect mental health conversation, somatic care elements, and creative expression aimed at collective liberation and mutual support.
Connection and healing-centered community gathering led by a BIPOC nonprofit focused on psychedelic-positive wellness. Expect mental health conversation, somatic care elements, and creative expression aimed at collective liberation and mutual support.
Connection and healing-centered community gathering led by a BIPOC nonprofit focused on psychedelic-positive wellness. Expect mental health conversation, somatic care elements, and creative expression aimed at collective liberation and mutual support.
A women-focused book discussion meetup in a Weaverville brewery taproom, pairing casual literary conversation with pints and community connection. Expect a relaxed, social vibe suited for both regular readers and first-time attendees.
A women-focused book discussion meetup in a Weaverville brewery taproom, pairing casual literary conversation with pints and community connection. Expect a relaxed, social vibe suited for both regular readers and first-time attendees.
A women-focused book discussion meetup in a Weaverville brewery taproom, pairing casual literary conversation with pints and community connection. Expect a relaxed, social vibe suited for both regular readers and first-time attendees.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville history, highlighting key landmarks and local stories. Starts at a central Patton Avenue bar and coffee shop for an easy meet-up and community vibe.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville history, highlighting key landmarks and local stories. Starts at a central Patton Avenue bar and coffee shop for an easy meet-up and community vibe.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville history, highlighting key landmarks and local stories. Starts at a central Patton Avenue bar and coffee shop for an easy meet-up and community vibe.
A cozy late-night tarot circle centered on intuitive practice, card pulls, and reflective conversation. Expect a welcoming, beginner-friendly vibe for swapping spreads, sharing interpretations, and connecting with other Asheville mystics.
A cozy late-night tarot circle centered on intuitive practice, card pulls, and reflective conversation. Expect a welcoming, beginner-friendly vibe for swapping spreads, sharing interpretations, and connecting with other Asheville mystics.
A cozy late-night tarot circle centered on intuitive practice, card pulls, and reflective conversation. Expect a welcoming, beginner-friendly vibe for swapping spreads, sharing interpretations, and connecting with other Asheville mystics.
A family friendly movie screening in a relaxed library setting, with popcorn on hand for an easy weeknight outing. Low key community hang geared toward kids, parents, and caregivers.
A family friendly movie screening in a relaxed library setting, with popcorn on hand for an easy weeknight outing. Low key community hang geared toward kids, parents, and caregivers.
A family friendly movie screening in a relaxed library setting, with popcorn on hand for an easy weeknight outing. Low key community hang geared toward kids, parents, and caregivers.
An author talk and Q&A centered on Brad Ryan’s memoir Grandma Joy and Me, highlighting intergenerational friendship, travel adventures, and the stories that shaped their bond. Expect a book discussion atmosphere with time for questions and conversation in a public library setting.
An author talk and Q&A centered on Brad Ryan’s memoir Grandma Joy and Me, highlighting intergenerational friendship, travel adventures, and the stories that shaped their bond. Expect a book discussion atmosphere with time for questions and conversation in a public library setting.
An author talk and Q&A centered on Brad Ryan’s memoir Grandma Joy and Me, highlighting intergenerational friendship, travel adventures, and the stories that shaped their bond. Expect a book discussion atmosphere with time for questions and conversation in a public library setting.
A reflective community dialogue on America’s 250th anniversary that frames national diversity of race, culture, and belief as a spiritual asset. Interfaith minded conversation explores civic responsibility, unity, and the work of building a more perfect union.
A reflective community dialogue on America’s 250th anniversary that frames national diversity of race, culture, and belief as a spiritual asset. Interfaith minded conversation explores civic responsibility, unity, and the work of building a more perfect union.
A reflective community dialogue on America’s 250th anniversary that frames national diversity of race, culture, and belief as a spiritual asset. Interfaith minded conversation explores civic responsibility, unity, and the work of building a more perfect union.