Crime & Politics Book Club
Monthly discussions alternate between true crime and books on politics and public affairs, examining scandals, murder, corruption, malfeasance, and cover-ups from personal cases to global systems.
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Monthly discussions explore true crime and public affairs through books on scandals, murder, corruption, and political malfeasance, alternating between crime narratives and politics titles in a thoughtful reading group.
Monthly discussions explore true crime and public affairs through books on scandals, murder, corruption, and political malfeasance, alternating between crime narratives and politics titles in a thoughtful reading group.
Monthly discussions explore true crime and public affairs through books on scandals, murder, corruption, and political malfeasance, alternating between crime narratives and politics titles in a thoughtful reading group.
Lively, discussion-driven reads that unpack international politics, economics, culture, and climate change through acclaimed nonfiction and timely bestsellers. Expect thoughtful conversation on global conflicts and social dynamics in a public library setting.
Lively, discussion-driven reads that unpack international politics, economics, culture, and climate change through acclaimed nonfiction and timely bestsellers. Expect thoughtful conversation on global conflicts and social dynamics in a public library setting.
Lively, discussion-driven reads that unpack international politics, economics, culture, and climate change through acclaimed nonfiction and timely bestsellers. Expect thoughtful conversation on global conflicts and social dynamics in a public library setting.
Monthly discussion spotlights a different Asheville-area author, with guided group conversation followed by an in-person author Q&A. A community-focused literary night inside a downtown bookstore for readers who want to discover local voices.
Monthly discussion spotlights a different Asheville-area author, with guided group conversation followed by an in-person author Q&A. A community-focused literary night inside a downtown bookstore for readers who want to discover local voices.
Monthly discussion spotlights a different Asheville-area author, with guided group conversation followed by an in-person author Q&A. A community-focused literary night inside a downtown bookstore for readers who want to discover local voices.
A darkly themed walking tour through downtown Asheville tracing true crime stories and notorious local history. Starts at The Times Bar & Coffee Shop for an after-dark stroll packed with eerie facts and scandalous details.
A darkly themed walking tour through downtown Asheville tracing true crime stories and notorious local history. Starts at The Times Bar & Coffee Shop for an after-dark stroll packed with eerie facts and scandalous details.
A darkly themed walking tour through downtown Asheville tracing true crime stories and notorious local history. Starts at The Times Bar & Coffee Shop for an after-dark stroll packed with eerie facts and scandalous details.
Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a culturally rooted, dialogue-forward setting.
Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a culturally rooted, dialogue-forward setting.
Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a culturally rooted, dialogue-forward setting.
Settle into quiet communal reading during Banned Books Week, celebrating open access to information and the freedom to seek and express ideas alongside Asheville’s literary community.
Settle into quiet communal reading during Banned Books Week, celebrating open access to information and the freedom to seek and express ideas alongside Asheville’s literary community.
Settle into quiet communal reading during Banned Books Week, celebrating open access to information and the freedom to seek and express ideas alongside Asheville’s literary community.
Casual introvert happy hour vibes with a little chit chat before settling into quiet, shared reading time. Bring your own fantasy or sci fi book, then swap rants and raves with fellow readers in a Riverside brewery taproom.
Casual introvert happy hour vibes with a little chit chat before settling into quiet, shared reading time. Bring your own fantasy or sci fi book, then swap rants and raves with fellow readers in a Riverside brewery taproom.
Casual introvert happy hour vibes with a little chit chat before settling into quiet, shared reading time. Bring your own fantasy or sci fi book, then swap rants and raves with fellow readers in a Riverside brewery taproom.
An evening book launch and author conversation for Elizabeth Kostova’s new novel, Mystery Play, with Terry Roberts. Expect a literary reading, onstage discussion, and Q&A in Ferguson Auditorium at A-B Tech.
An evening book launch and author conversation for Elizabeth Kostova’s new novel, Mystery Play, with Terry Roberts. Expect a literary reading, onstage discussion, and Q&A in Ferguson Auditorium at A-B Tech.
An evening book launch and author conversation for Elizabeth Kostova’s new novel, Mystery Play, with Terry Roberts. Expect a literary reading, onstage discussion, and Q&A in Ferguson Auditorium at A-B Tech.
Town hall style candidate forum with Asheville City Council and mayoral contenders answering questions and discussing local issues. Expect structured speaking turns, audience listening and civic engagement in a congregational meeting space.
Town hall style candidate forum with Asheville City Council and mayoral contenders answering questions and discussing local issues. Expect structured speaking turns, audience listening and civic engagement in a congregational meeting space.
Town hall style candidate forum with Asheville City Council and mayoral contenders answering questions and discussing local issues. Expect structured speaking turns, audience listening and civic engagement in a congregational meeting space.
A lively, civically minded panel debates political issues across Asheville’s region, North Carolina, and the country, pairing current affairs and diverse perspectives with a casual evening over pints.
A lively, civically minded panel debates political issues across Asheville’s region, North Carolina, and the country, pairing current affairs and diverse perspectives with a casual evening over pints.
A lively, civically minded panel debates political issues across Asheville’s region, North Carolina, and the country, pairing current affairs and diverse perspectives with a casual evening over pints.
A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.
A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.
A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.
Casual evening book discussion geared toward women in a laid-back brewery setting in Weaverville. Expect community conversation over pints, with a welcoming, low-pressure meetup vibe for regulars and newcomers.
Casual evening book discussion geared toward women in a laid-back brewery setting in Weaverville. Expect community conversation over pints, with a welcoming, low-pressure meetup vibe for regulars and newcomers.
Casual evening book discussion geared toward women in a laid-back brewery setting in Weaverville. Expect community conversation over pints, with a welcoming, low-pressure meetup vibe for regulars and newcomers.
Peer-led writing critique night where attendees circulate 8–10 printed copies of fresh drafts for close reading and constructive feedback. Expect a supportive, discussion-heavy pub meetup geared toward revision, craft talk, and creative inspiration.
Peer-led writing critique night where attendees circulate 8–10 printed copies of fresh drafts for close reading and constructive feedback. Expect a supportive, discussion-heavy pub meetup geared toward revision, craft talk, and creative inspiration.
Peer-led writing critique night where attendees circulate 8–10 printed copies of fresh drafts for close reading and constructive feedback. Expect a supportive, discussion-heavy pub meetup geared toward revision, craft talk, and creative inspiration.
Casual book chat centered on an education and learning theme while sipping wines and snacking in an informal upstairs meetup space. Bring any fiction or nonfiction pick tied to the topic and settle in for relaxed conversation.
Casual book chat centered on an education and learning theme while sipping wines and snacking in an informal upstairs meetup space. Bring any fiction or nonfiction pick tied to the topic and settle in for relaxed conversation.
Casual book chat centered on an education and learning theme while sipping wines and snacking in an informal upstairs meetup space. Bring any fiction or nonfiction pick tied to the topic and settle in for relaxed conversation.
An evening author event at an indie bookstore with readings, conversation, and a book signing with Lindsay Branham and Sonya Renee Taylor. Expect thoughtful discussion centered on writing, culture, and social justice themes in an intimate literary setting.
An evening author event at an indie bookstore with readings, conversation, and a book signing with Lindsay Branham and Sonya Renee Taylor. Expect thoughtful discussion centered on writing, culture, and social justice themes in an intimate literary setting.
An evening author event at an indie bookstore with readings, conversation, and a book signing with Lindsay Branham and Sonya Renee Taylor. Expect thoughtful discussion centered on writing, culture, and social justice themes in an intimate literary setting.
Conversations with Buncombe County GOP candidates create an opportunity to meet local political representatives, ask questions, and connect with community members in a neighborhood gathering.
Conversations with Buncombe County GOP candidates create an opportunity to meet local political representatives, ask questions, and connect with community members in a neighborhood gathering.
Conversations with Buncombe County GOP candidates create an opportunity to meet local political representatives, ask questions, and connect with community members in a neighborhood gathering.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting at the courthouse for public governance and local decision making. Expect agenda items, formal votes, and opportunities to follow county policy discussions in person.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting at the courthouse for public governance and local decision making. Expect agenda items, formal votes, and opportunities to follow county policy discussions in person.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting at the courthouse for public governance and local decision making. Expect agenda items, formal votes, and opportunities to follow county policy discussions in person.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
Generative writing session focused on poetic forms and timed freewriting prompts to spark new drafts and fresh language. Expect gentle guidance, group sharing options, and a supportive library setting for writers of any level.
Generative writing session focused on poetic forms and timed freewriting prompts to spark new drafts and fresh language. Expect gentle guidance, group sharing options, and a supportive library setting for writers of any level.
Generative writing session focused on poetic forms and timed freewriting prompts to spark new drafts and fresh language. Expect gentle guidance, group sharing options, and a supportive library setting for writers of any level.
A laid-back afternoon in a cozy coffee bar for quiet connection while you write, knit, or work on any portable craft. Come to create alongside others or simply sip coffee and chat at an introvert friendly meetup.
A laid-back afternoon in a cozy coffee bar for quiet connection while you write, knit, or work on any portable craft. Come to create alongside others or simply sip coffee and chat at an introvert friendly meetup.
A laid-back afternoon in a cozy coffee bar for quiet connection while you write, knit, or work on any portable craft. Come to create alongside others or simply sip coffee and chat at an introvert friendly meetup.