Local Reads Book Club
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.
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Morning book discussion circle meeting monthly at Pack Memorial Library, with welcoming conversation around a rotating mix of genres. A relaxed, newcomer friendly gathering geared toward readers who enjoy shared reflection and community connection.
Morning book discussion circle meeting monthly at Pack Memorial Library, with welcoming conversation around a rotating mix of genres. A relaxed, newcomer friendly gathering geared toward readers who enjoy shared reflection and community connection.
Morning book discussion circle meeting monthly at Pack Memorial Library, with welcoming conversation around a rotating mix of genres. A relaxed, newcomer friendly gathering geared toward readers who enjoy shared reflection and community connection.
Community-centered reading and discussion group exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora, guided by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a cultural center setting.
Community-centered reading and discussion group exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora, guided by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a cultural center setting.
Community-centered reading and discussion group exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora, guided by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a cultural center setting.
An outdoor arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park, centered on local creativity and community energy. Expect a casual public-park vibe with space to browse, mingle, and soak up Asheville’s cultural scene.
An outdoor arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park, centered on local creativity and community energy. Expect a casual public-park vibe with space to browse, mingle, and soak up Asheville’s cultural scene.
An outdoor arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park, centered on local creativity and community energy. Expect a casual public-park vibe with space to browse, mingle, and soak up Asheville’s cultural scene.
A monthly group discussion of the current book selection in a quiet library setting, with plenty of time for reader perspectives, themes, and recommendations. Ideal for locals looking for a low key literary meetup and conversation.
A monthly group discussion of the current book selection in a quiet library setting, with plenty of time for reader perspectives, themes, and recommendations. Ideal for locals looking for a low key literary meetup and conversation.
A monthly group discussion of the current book selection in a quiet library setting, with plenty of time for reader perspectives, themes, and recommendations. Ideal for locals looking for a low key literary meetup and conversation.
Casual book discussion of acclaimed Asheville writer Wilma Dykman’s The French Broad paired with local outdoor exploration at the Asheville Botanical Garden. Expect place based conversation around river history, ecology, and regional storytelling.
Casual book discussion of acclaimed Asheville writer Wilma Dykman’s The French Broad paired with local outdoor exploration at the Asheville Botanical Garden. Expect place based conversation around river history, ecology, and regional storytelling.
Casual book discussion of acclaimed Asheville writer Wilma Dykman’s The French Broad paired with local outdoor exploration at the Asheville Botanical Garden. Expect place based conversation around river history, ecology, and regional storytelling.
Roundtable writers critique with peer feedback on new drafts, with everyone reading and discussing printed copies. Expect a workshop style discussion in a pub setting that welcomes both presenters and attentive listeners.
Roundtable writers critique with peer feedback on new drafts, with everyone reading and discussing printed copies. Expect a workshop style discussion in a pub setting that welcomes both presenters and attentive listeners.
Roundtable writers critique with peer feedback on new drafts, with everyone reading and discussing printed copies. Expect a workshop style discussion in a pub setting that welcomes both presenters and attentive listeners.
A citywide music festival vibe with multiple venues pulsing after dark across downtown Asheville. Expect rotating sets from local and touring acts, crowd energy, and late-night hangouts for fans exploring new sounds.
A citywide music festival vibe with multiple venues pulsing after dark across downtown Asheville. Expect rotating sets from local and touring acts, crowd energy, and late-night hangouts for fans exploring new sounds.
A citywide music festival vibe with multiple venues pulsing after dark across downtown Asheville. Expect rotating sets from local and touring acts, crowd energy, and late-night hangouts for fans exploring new sounds.
Thought-provoking group discussion of books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, blending current events with historical context. A daytime library meetup for engaged readers who want deeper global perspective and conversation.
Thought-provoking group discussion of books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, blending current events with historical context. A daytime library meetup for engaged readers who want deeper global perspective and conversation.
Thought-provoking group discussion of books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, blending current events with historical context. A daytime library meetup for engaged readers who want deeper global perspective and conversation.
Casual introvert happy hour vibes with brief chit chat, then quiet shared reading of whatever fantasy or sci fi book you bring. Set in Day Trip’s back room under a disco ball and the big white cat.
Casual introvert happy hour vibes with brief chit chat, then quiet shared reading of whatever fantasy or sci fi book you bring. Set in Day Trip’s back room under a disco ball and the big white cat.
Casual introvert happy hour vibes with brief chit chat, then quiet shared reading of whatever fantasy or sci fi book you bring. Set in Day Trip’s back room under a disco ball and the big white cat.
Pub style literary and general knowledge trivia in a cozy bookstore wine bar, where teams compete over literature, pop culture, and history rounds while sipping wine and sharing laughs.
Pub style literary and general knowledge trivia in a cozy bookstore wine bar, where teams compete over literature, pop culture, and history rounds while sipping wine and sharing laughs.
Pub style literary and general knowledge trivia in a cozy bookstore wine bar, where teams compete over literature, pop culture, and history rounds while sipping wine and sharing laughs.
A relaxed book discussion of Matt Haig’s The Midnight Train, a time-bending novel about revisiting pivotal life moments and confronting who you used to be. Gather with Asheville’s digital nomads in a cozy dessert bar for thoughtful conversation and community.
A relaxed book discussion of Matt Haig’s The Midnight Train, a time-bending novel about revisiting pivotal life moments and confronting who you used to be. Gather with Asheville’s digital nomads in a cozy dessert bar for thoughtful conversation and community.
A relaxed book discussion of Matt Haig’s The Midnight Train, a time-bending novel about revisiting pivotal life moments and confronting who you used to be. Gather with Asheville’s digital nomads in a cozy dessert bar for thoughtful conversation and community.
Five minute original sets rotate through storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy bits, dance, and musical performances in an intimate parlor setting. Drop in to perform or listen and cheer on Asheville’s local arts community on a First Sunday night.
Five minute original sets rotate through storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy bits, dance, and musical performances in an intimate parlor setting. Drop in to perform or listen and cheer on Asheville’s local arts community on a First Sunday night.
Five minute original sets rotate through storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy bits, dance, and musical performances in an intimate parlor setting. Drop in to perform or listen and cheer on Asheville’s local arts community on a First Sunday night.
Lively book discussion centered on global issues like international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, guided by thought provoking nonfiction and bestsellers. Ideal for engaged citizens seeking informed, respectful conversation in a library setting.
Lively book discussion centered on global issues like international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, guided by thought provoking nonfiction and bestsellers. Ideal for engaged citizens seeking informed, respectful conversation in a library setting.
Lively book discussion centered on global issues like international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, guided by thought provoking nonfiction and bestsellers. Ideal for engaged citizens seeking informed, respectful conversation in a library setting.
Casual late-night pub book discussion centered on George R.R. Martin’s “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,” with plenty of room to chat even if you didn’t finish. Fantasy and sci fi readers swap recommendations over beers and preview next month’s pick, “The Lies of Locke Lamora.”
Casual late-night pub book discussion centered on George R.R. Martin’s “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,” with plenty of room to chat even if you didn’t finish. Fantasy and sci fi readers swap recommendations over beers and preview next month’s pick, “The Lies of Locke Lamora.”
Casual late-night pub book discussion centered on George R.R. Martin’s “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,” with plenty of room to chat even if you didn’t finish. Fantasy and sci fi readers swap recommendations over beers and preview next month’s pick, “The Lies of Locke Lamora.”
A bookish singles mixer built around “heat” as a literary theme, with guided conversation and low-pressure mingling aimed at monogamy-minded connections. Browse, chat, and optionally order small bites and sips in a cozy champagne bar setting.
A bookish singles mixer built around “heat” as a literary theme, with guided conversation and low-pressure mingling aimed at monogamy-minded connections. Browse, chat, and optionally order small bites and sips in a cozy champagne bar setting.
A bookish singles mixer built around “heat” as a literary theme, with guided conversation and low-pressure mingling aimed at monogamy-minded connections. Browse, chat, and optionally order small bites and sips in a cozy champagne bar setting.
An afternoon pop up market in a downtown park with rotating local vendors and browseable handmade goods and curiosities. Casual, come and go shopping vibe with plenty of people watching in the heart of Asheville.
An afternoon pop up market in a downtown park with rotating local vendors and browseable handmade goods and curiosities. Casual, come and go shopping vibe with plenty of people watching in the heart of Asheville.
An afternoon pop up market in a downtown park with rotating local vendors and browseable handmade goods and curiosities. Casual, come and go shopping vibe with plenty of people watching in the heart of Asheville.
A 20 minute triple scream session for cathartic stress release, held outdoors on a brewery deck before opening hours. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for low pressure community connection.
A 20 minute triple scream session for cathartic stress release, held outdoors on a brewery deck before opening hours. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for low pressure community connection.
A 20 minute triple scream session for cathartic stress release, held outdoors on a brewery deck before opening hours. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for low pressure community connection.
Monthly writing workshop and discussion circle welcoming all genres, with peer critique, idea sharing, and mutual encouragement. A community-centered meetup for writers to build habits, get feedback, and connect locally.
Monthly writing workshop and discussion circle welcoming all genres, with peer critique, idea sharing, and mutual encouragement. A community-centered meetup for writers to build habits, get feedback, and connect locally.
Monthly writing workshop and discussion circle welcoming all genres, with peer critique, idea sharing, and mutual encouragement. A community-centered meetup for writers to build habits, get feedback, and connect locally.
A historian-led walking excursion traces Asheville’s past through downtown streets, tying landmarks to local stories and context. Starts from a central coffee bar meetup spot and focuses on place-based history learning.
A historian-led walking excursion traces Asheville’s past through downtown streets, tying landmarks to local stories and context. Starts from a central coffee bar meetup spot and focuses on place-based history learning.
A historian-led walking excursion traces Asheville’s past through downtown streets, tying landmarks to local stories and context. Starts from a central coffee bar meetup spot and focuses on place-based history learning.
An open air art market in downtown Pack Square Park with local artists selling handmade goods and original work. Browse vendor tents, meet makers, and soak up the lively community park atmosphere.
An open air art market in downtown Pack Square Park with local artists selling handmade goods and original work. Browse vendor tents, meet makers, and soak up the lively community park atmosphere.
An open air art market in downtown Pack Square Park with local artists selling handmade goods and original work. Browse vendor tents, meet makers, and soak up the lively community park atmosphere.