Join ACNC for a monthly VEGAN COOKING CLASS (Free!)
Hands-on vegan cooking instruction rooted in a food as medicine approach, led by certified health coach and longtime vegan Sharon Asselta. Expect practical tips for healthy plant-based meals in a supportive wellness-center setting.
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A free lunchtime, hands-on cooking demonstration focused on affordable healthy eating and practical nutrition habits. Expect interactive tips geared toward keeping individuals and families well with simple, budget-friendly meal strategies.
A free lunchtime, hands-on cooking demonstration focused on affordable healthy eating and practical nutrition habits. Expect interactive tips geared toward keeping individuals and families well with simple, budget-friendly meal strategies.
A free lunchtime, hands-on cooking demonstration focused on affordable healthy eating and practical nutrition habits. Expect interactive tips geared toward keeping individuals and families well with simple, budget-friendly meal strategies.

Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) training with practical overdose response steps plus a harm reduction primer and local context on substance use trends. Community-focused learning at a wellness center with resources and Q&A.

Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) training with practical overdose response steps plus a harm reduction primer and local context on substance use trends. Community-focused learning at a wellness center with resources and Q&A.
Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) training with practical overdose response steps plus a harm reduction primer and local context on substance use trends. Community-focused learning at a wellness center with resources and Q&A.

A free, hour-long community session blending gentle yoga movement with guided meditation and mindfulness practice. Led by a local instructor in a wellness center setting, with an all-levels, stress-reducing vibe.

A free, hour-long community session blending gentle yoga movement with guided meditation and mindfulness practice. Led by a local instructor in a wellness center setting, with an all-levels, stress-reducing vibe.
A free, hour-long community session blending gentle yoga movement with guided meditation and mindfulness practice. Led by a local instructor in a wellness center setting, with an all-levels, stress-reducing vibe.
A free caregiver support circle centered on lived experience, hope, and healing in a welcoming wellness setting. Open to all caregivers seeking peer connection, encouragement, and practical emotional support.
A free caregiver support circle centered on lived experience, hope, and healing in a welcoming wellness setting. Open to all caregivers seeking peer connection, encouragement, and practical emotional support.
A free caregiver support circle centered on lived experience, hope, and healing in a welcoming wellness setting. Open to all caregivers seeking peer connection, encouragement, and practical emotional support.

Monthly free in person networking for local businesses and professionals focused on connection, collaboration, and growth, drawing about 35 to 50 attendees at AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness and Opportunity Center.

Monthly free in person networking for local businesses and professionals focused on connection, collaboration, and growth, drawing about 35 to 50 attendees at AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness and Opportunity Center.
Monthly free in person networking for local businesses and professionals focused on connection, collaboration, and growth, drawing about 35 to 50 attendees at AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness and Opportunity Center.

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.

Guided neighborhood foraging walks identifying spring wild edibles—greens, mushrooms, and berries—emphasizing sustainable harvesting, plant ID, and seasonal recipes. Casual outdoor stroll welcoming beginners and curious eaters.

Guided neighborhood foraging walks identifying spring wild edibles—greens, mushrooms, and berries—emphasizing sustainable harvesting, plant ID, and seasonal recipes. Casual outdoor stroll welcoming beginners and curious eaters.
Guided neighborhood foraging walks identifying spring wild edibles—greens, mushrooms, and berries—emphasizing sustainable harvesting, plant ID, and seasonal recipes. Casual outdoor stroll welcoming beginners and curious eaters.

Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.

Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.

One-hour monthly Zoom sessions delivering simple, trauma-informed resilience tools and community healing practices for WNC residents, scheduled first Fridays at noon; free registration provides a supportive space for better days.

One-hour monthly Zoom sessions delivering simple, trauma-informed resilience tools and community healing practices for WNC residents, scheduled first Fridays at noon; free registration provides a supportive space for better days.
One-hour monthly Zoom sessions delivering simple, trauma-informed resilience tools and community healing practices for WNC residents, scheduled first Fridays at noon; free registration provides a supportive space for better days.

Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.

Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.

Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.

Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Two-day Youth Mental Health First Aid course teaching adults how to recognize warning signs, respond to crises, and connect teens to professional care for mental health and substance use challenges. Registration required for both days.
Two-day Youth Mental Health First Aid course teaching adults how to recognize warning signs, respond to crises, and connect teens to professional care for mental health and substance use challenges. Registration required for both days.
Two-day Youth Mental Health First Aid course teaching adults how to recognize warning signs, respond to crises, and connect teens to professional care for mental health and substance use challenges. Registration required for both days.

Gentle therapeutic yoga sequences focused on building bone strength and preventing frailty, integrating the latest clinical research into accessible practices for all ages and fitness levels; workbook provided and available in person or virtually.

Gentle therapeutic yoga sequences focused on building bone strength and preventing frailty, integrating the latest clinical research into accessible practices for all ages and fitness levels; workbook provided and available in person or virtually.
Gentle therapeutic yoga sequences focused on building bone strength and preventing frailty, integrating the latest clinical research into accessible practices for all ages and fitness levels; workbook provided and available in person or virtually.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.

A pop-up mobile market in the library parking lot hands out free fresh produce plus healthy recipe ideas with no paperwork or income requirements. Browse a community engagement table with cooking demonstrations and connect to local services while you’re there.

A pop-up mobile market in the library parking lot hands out free fresh produce plus healthy recipe ideas with no paperwork or income requirements. Browse a community engagement table with cooking demonstrations and connect to local services while you’re there.
A pop-up mobile market in the library parking lot hands out free fresh produce plus healthy recipe ideas with no paperwork or income requirements. Browse a community engagement table with cooking demonstrations and connect to local services while you’re there.

Introductory talk on acupuncture and how it may support anxiety, depression, allergies, and pain management during stressful times. Expect practical wellness education in a community library setting with time for questions and learning resources.

Introductory talk on acupuncture and how it may support anxiety, depression, allergies, and pain management during stressful times. Expect practical wellness education in a community library setting with time for questions and learning resources.
Introductory talk on acupuncture and how it may support anxiety, depression, allergies, and pain management during stressful times. Expect practical wellness education in a community library setting with time for questions and learning resources.
Practical suicide-prevention training focused on supporting youth in crisis, with clear guidance on recognizing warning signs and asking directly about suicidal thoughts. Learn response techniques that build safety, connection, and next-step support.
Practical suicide-prevention training focused on supporting youth in crisis, with clear guidance on recognizing warning signs and asking directly about suicidal thoughts. Learn response techniques that build safety, connection, and next-step support.
Practical suicide-prevention training focused on supporting youth in crisis, with clear guidance on recognizing warning signs and asking directly about suicidal thoughts. Learn response techniques that build safety, connection, and next-step support.
Interactive, skills-based training that helps caring adults spot signs of youth mental health challenges and practice supportive responses. Emphasizes confident, compassionate communication and knowing when to connect youth with appropriate help.
Interactive, skills-based training that helps caring adults spot signs of youth mental health challenges and practice supportive responses. Emphasizes confident, compassionate communication and knowing when to connect youth with appropriate help.
Interactive, skills-based training that helps caring adults spot signs of youth mental health challenges and practice supportive responses. Emphasizes confident, compassionate communication and knowing when to connect youth with appropriate help.

Gentle, beginner friendly yoga led by a C IAYT yoga therapist blends mindful movement with 12 step recovery tools for coping with stressors. A supportive, substance free space for anyone impacted by substance use or behavioral health concerns.

Gentle, beginner friendly yoga led by a C IAYT yoga therapist blends mindful movement with 12 step recovery tools for coping with stressors. A supportive, substance free space for anyone impacted by substance use or behavioral health concerns.
Gentle, beginner friendly yoga led by a C IAYT yoga therapist blends mindful movement with 12 step recovery tools for coping with stressors. A supportive, substance free space for anyone impacted by substance use or behavioral health concerns.

A free monthly meetup for Asheville-area health, wellness, and fitness professionals focused on building referral partnerships and collaborations. Casual daytime networking at a martial arts studio with space to connect and grow client pipelines.

A free monthly meetup for Asheville-area health, wellness, and fitness professionals focused on building referral partnerships and collaborations. Casual daytime networking at a martial arts studio with space to connect and grow client pipelines.
A free monthly meetup for Asheville-area health, wellness, and fitness professionals focused on building referral partnerships and collaborations. Casual daytime networking at a martial arts studio with space to connect and grow client pipelines.