
March - The Child Thief
Evening book discussion delving into Brom’s haunting, gothic fantasy and lush macabre illustrations; participants debate themes, imagery, and tone in a small, social book club setting — physical copies welcome.
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Lively group discussion of T. Kingfisher’s "Hemlock & Silver" with a bookish crowd in the calm, plant-filled setting of Asheville’s Botanical Gardens. Expect reader reactions, themes talk, and community connection around contemporary fantasy.

Lively group discussion of T. Kingfisher’s "Hemlock & Silver" with a bookish crowd in the calm, plant-filled setting of Asheville’s Botanical Gardens. Expect reader reactions, themes talk, and community connection around contemporary fantasy.
Lively group discussion of T. Kingfisher’s "Hemlock & Silver" with a bookish crowd in the calm, plant-filled setting of Asheville’s Botanical Gardens. Expect reader reactions, themes talk, and community connection around contemporary fantasy.

Cozy story time in a cat lounge where kids listen to a cat-centric book while resident cats roam and cuddle nearby. A relaxed, sensory-friendly family hangout designed for children age 7 and under.

Cozy story time in a cat lounge where kids listen to a cat-centric book while resident cats roam and cuddle nearby. A relaxed, sensory-friendly family hangout designed for children age 7 and under.
Cozy story time in a cat lounge where kids listen to a cat-centric book while resident cats roam and cuddle nearby. A relaxed, sensory-friendly family hangout designed for children age 7 and under.

Cozy after school story time in a cat lounge where children under 8 hear cat-centric books while socializing with resident panthers; tickets cover one child plus one adult, with a two-child maximum.

Cozy after school story time in a cat lounge where children under 8 hear cat-centric books while socializing with resident panthers; tickets cover one child plus one adult, with a two-child maximum.
Cozy after school story time in a cat lounge where children under 8 hear cat-centric books while socializing with resident panthers; tickets cover one child plus one adult, with a two-child maximum.

Casual introvert friendly hangout with a short round of chatter, then quiet shared reading time with your own fantasy or sci fi book. Swap rants and raves afterward in a cozy indoor room or on the patio, weather permitting.

Casual introvert friendly hangout with a short round of chatter, then quiet shared reading time with your own fantasy or sci fi book. Swap rants and raves afterward in a cozy indoor room or on the patio, weather permitting.
Casual introvert friendly hangout with a short round of chatter, then quiet shared reading time with your own fantasy or sci fi book. Swap rants and raves afterward in a cozy indoor room or on the patio, weather permitting.

Wine sampling and low pressure book chat centered on a sea life and marine animals theme, with picks spanning fiction or nonfiction. Come to discuss what you read or simply listen in and swap recommendations in a casual Whole Foods meetup.

Wine sampling and low pressure book chat centered on a sea life and marine animals theme, with picks spanning fiction or nonfiction. Come to discuss what you read or simply listen in and swap recommendations in a casual Whole Foods meetup.
Wine sampling and low pressure book chat centered on a sea life and marine animals theme, with picks spanning fiction or nonfiction. Come to discuss what you read or simply listen in and swap recommendations in a casual Whole Foods meetup.
Intimate spoken word readings led by collegiate and award winning poets delivering confessional, rhythm-driven pieces with conversational cadence and open mic community energy in a dimly lit gallery setting.
Intimate spoken word readings led by collegiate and award winning poets delivering confessional, rhythm-driven pieces with conversational cadence and open mic community energy in a dimly lit gallery setting.
Intimate spoken word readings led by collegiate and award winning poets delivering confessional, rhythm-driven pieces with conversational cadence and open mic community energy in a dimly lit gallery setting.

Gentle kid focused coloring session with friendly resident cats in a cozy cat cafe setting, using crayons and themed pages to encourage imaginative play while caregivers relax and socialize nearby.

Gentle kid focused coloring session with friendly resident cats in a cozy cat cafe setting, using crayons and themed pages to encourage imaginative play while caregivers relax and socialize nearby.
Gentle kid focused coloring session with friendly resident cats in a cozy cat cafe setting, using crayons and themed pages to encourage imaginative play while caregivers relax and socialize nearby.

A late-night book discussion dives into Iris Murdoch’s Booker Prize–winning literary fiction, tracing playwright Charles Arrowby’s seaside retreat as memoir turns into obsession. Expect character-driven conversation in a casual pizza spot setting.

A late-night book discussion dives into Iris Murdoch’s Booker Prize–winning literary fiction, tracing playwright Charles Arrowby’s seaside retreat as memoir turns into obsession. Expect character-driven conversation in a casual pizza spot setting.
A late-night book discussion dives into Iris Murdoch’s Booker Prize–winning literary fiction, tracing playwright Charles Arrowby’s seaside retreat as memoir turns into obsession. Expect character-driven conversation in a casual pizza spot setting.

Hands on tarot basics taught in a cozy cat lounge, covering a brief history and practical one and three card pulls for daily guidance; resident panthers add playful witchy ambiance during the hour long workshop.

Hands on tarot basics taught in a cozy cat lounge, covering a brief history and practical one and three card pulls for daily guidance; resident panthers add playful witchy ambiance during the hour long workshop.
Hands on tarot basics taught in a cozy cat lounge, covering a brief history and practical one and three card pulls for daily guidance; resident panthers add playful witchy ambiance during the hour long workshop.

Gentle, cat-assisted coloring sessions using markers and themed coloring books to reduce back-to-school stress for children; finished artwork can be taken home or hung on the shop's Bastet altar.

Gentle, cat-assisted coloring sessions using markers and themed coloring books to reduce back-to-school stress for children; finished artwork can be taken home or hung on the shop's Bastet altar.
Gentle, cat-assisted coloring sessions using markers and themed coloring books to reduce back-to-school stress for children; finished artwork can be taken home or hung on the shop's Bastet altar.

Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.

Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.
Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.

Author Therese Anne Fowler reads from her latest work and signs copies in an intimate literary gathering. Expect a Q and A style conversation, reader meet and greet moments, and plenty of bookish community energy.

Author Therese Anne Fowler reads from her latest work and signs copies in an intimate literary gathering. Expect a Q and A style conversation, reader meet and greet moments, and plenty of bookish community energy.
Author Therese Anne Fowler reads from her latest work and signs copies in an intimate literary gathering. Expect a Q and A style conversation, reader meet and greet moments, and plenty of bookish community energy.

Cat-accompanied coloring sessions invite teens and adults to unwind with colored pencils and patterned pages in the cozy House of Black Cat Magic, offering a low-pressure social art atmosphere with cats on-site.

Cat-accompanied coloring sessions invite teens and adults to unwind with colored pencils and patterned pages in the cozy House of Black Cat Magic, offering a low-pressure social art atmosphere with cats on-site.
Cat-accompanied coloring sessions invite teens and adults to unwind with colored pencils and patterned pages in the cozy House of Black Cat Magic, offering a low-pressure social art atmosphere with cats on-site.

Browse stalls of witchcraft supplies, crystals, and handcrafted occult goods while petting resident panthers in a cozy cat lounge, with drop-in intuitive readings and tarot sessions; free admission all day.

Browse stalls of witchcraft supplies, crystals, and handcrafted occult goods while petting resident panthers in a cozy cat lounge, with drop-in intuitive readings and tarot sessions; free admission all day.
Browse stalls of witchcraft supplies, crystals, and handcrafted occult goods while petting resident panthers in a cozy cat lounge, with drop-in intuitive readings and tarot sessions; free admission all day.

Midmorning monthly book discussion at Pack Memorial Library, meeting the second Wednesday at 10:30AM. A welcoming group that reads across genres and invites newcomers to jump into the conversation.

Midmorning monthly book discussion at Pack Memorial Library, meeting the second Wednesday at 10:30AM. A welcoming group that reads across genres and invites newcomers to jump into the conversation.
Midmorning monthly book discussion at Pack Memorial Library, meeting the second Wednesday at 10:30AM. A welcoming group that reads across genres and invites newcomers to jump into the conversation.

Late-night sapphic book discussion of Sabrina Imbler’s “How Far the Light Reaches,” a queer, mixed race perspective blending ocean science journalism with lyrical essays on octopus care, sturgeon migration, and life in extreme environments.

Late-night sapphic book discussion of Sabrina Imbler’s “How Far the Light Reaches,” a queer, mixed race perspective blending ocean science journalism with lyrical essays on octopus care, sturgeon migration, and life in extreme environments.
Late-night sapphic book discussion of Sabrina Imbler’s “How Far the Light Reaches,” a queer, mixed race perspective blending ocean science journalism with lyrical essays on octopus care, sturgeon migration, and life in extreme environments.

Monthly narrative-arts salon exploring creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and exercises around creative constraint. Participants can share works in progress for supportive feedback in an intimate workshop setting.

Monthly narrative-arts salon exploring creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and exercises around creative constraint. Participants can share works in progress for supportive feedback in an intimate workshop setting.
Monthly narrative-arts salon exploring creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and exercises around creative constraint. Participants can share works in progress for supportive feedback in an intimate workshop setting.

Monthly tarot study circle blending new reading methods with reflective journeywork and self exploration. Expect a supportive small group vibe centered on intuition, personal growth, and practical card practice.

Monthly tarot study circle blending new reading methods with reflective journeywork and self exploration. Expect a supportive small group vibe centered on intuition, personal growth, and practical card practice.
Monthly tarot study circle blending new reading methods with reflective journeywork and self exploration. Expect a supportive small group vibe centered on intuition, personal growth, and practical card practice.
Lies, secrets, and midnight accusations fuel a Blood on the Clocktower social-deduction session where players bluff, interrogate, and hunt a hidden killer. Expect tense roleplay, shifting alliances, and tablewide suspense late in the evening.
Lies, secrets, and midnight accusations fuel a Blood on the Clocktower social-deduction session where players bluff, interrogate, and hunt a hidden killer. Expect tense roleplay, shifting alliances, and tablewide suspense late in the evening.
Lies, secrets, and midnight accusations fuel a Blood on the Clocktower social-deduction session where players bluff, interrogate, and hunt a hidden killer. Expect tense roleplay, shifting alliances, and tablewide suspense late in the evening.

An outdoor spring pop up with 15+ vendors selling vintage pieces, streetwear, jewelry, and accessories on the turf. Sip brewery drinks inside all day with nonalcoholic options for a laid back Saturday hang.

An outdoor spring pop up with 15+ vendors selling vintage pieces, streetwear, jewelry, and accessories on the turf. Sip brewery drinks inside all day with nonalcoholic options for a laid back Saturday hang.
An outdoor spring pop up with 15+ vendors selling vintage pieces, streetwear, jewelry, and accessories on the turf. Sip brewery drinks inside all day with nonalcoholic options for a laid back Saturday hang.