
Rebuilding the Riverfront Info Booth at Community Events
Post Helene flood recovery info booths presenting first look visual design concepts for French Broad Riverfront and Azalea Parks. Project teams invite community feedback on resilient landscape, park infrastructure, and artistic elements at traveling locations.
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Visual plans and artistic concepts for a more resilient French Broad riverfront and Azalea Parks, translated from community priorities; drop in workshop for feedback on flood recovery infrastructure and landscape design.

Visual plans and artistic concepts for a more resilient French Broad riverfront and Azalea Parks, translated from community priorities; drop in workshop for feedback on flood recovery infrastructure and landscape design.
Visual plans and artistic concepts for a more resilient French Broad riverfront and Azalea Parks, translated from community priorities; drop in workshop for feedback on flood recovery infrastructure and landscape design.

Interactive design and mapping session for Asheville's riverfront recovery projects, centering flood resilience, habitat restoration, and improved public access; municipal planners and community members collaborate to shape draft concepts and priorities.

Interactive design and mapping session for Asheville's riverfront recovery projects, centering flood resilience, habitat restoration, and improved public access; municipal planners and community members collaborate to shape draft concepts and priorities.
Interactive design and mapping session for Asheville's riverfront recovery projects, centering flood resilience, habitat restoration, and improved public access; municipal planners and community members collaborate to shape draft concepts and priorities.

Community discussions on riverfront recovery and flood resilience led by the City of Asheville, bringing residents, stakeholders, and experts together for policy feedback, setting priorities, and actionable input on riverfront revitalization.

Community discussions on riverfront recovery and flood resilience led by the City of Asheville, bringing residents, stakeholders, and experts together for policy feedback, setting priorities, and actionable input on riverfront revitalization.
Community discussions on riverfront recovery and flood resilience led by the City of Asheville, bringing residents, stakeholders, and experts together for policy feedback, setting priorities, and actionable input on riverfront revitalization.
Practical strategies for greenway design that reduce flooding, strengthen neighborhood connections, and preserve natural corridors; local residents and experts share case studies, funding tips, and next step planning for Swannanoa area resilience.
Practical strategies for greenway design that reduce flooding, strengthen neighborhood connections, and preserve natural corridors; local residents and experts share case studies, funding tips, and next step planning for Swannanoa area resilience.
Practical strategies for greenway design that reduce flooding, strengthen neighborhood connections, and preserve natural corridors; local residents and experts share case studies, funding tips, and next step planning for Swannanoa area resilience.

Formal hybrid public meeting on infrastructure recovery where city officials review project funding, timelines, and resilience upgrades while accepting public comment and coordinating multi department planning.

Formal hybrid public meeting on infrastructure recovery where city officials review project funding, timelines, and resilience upgrades while accepting public comment and coordinating multi department planning.
Formal hybrid public meeting on infrastructure recovery where city officials review project funding, timelines, and resilience upgrades while accepting public comment and coordinating multi department planning.

Forward-looking civic briefing on downtown Asheville's economic development, safety, and cultural vitality; city planners, business owners, and community leaders present updates and solicit public input in a public forum and stakeholder panel.

Forward-looking civic briefing on downtown Asheville's economic development, safety, and cultural vitality; city planners, business owners, and community leaders present updates and solicit public input in a public forum and stakeholder panel.
Forward-looking civic briefing on downtown Asheville's economic development, safety, and cultural vitality; city planners, business owners, and community leaders present updates and solicit public input in a public forum and stakeholder panel.

Interactive workshop exploring mountain microclimates, extreme weather drivers, and regional climate trends with forecasting demos, data analysis, and community science activities geared toward students and local stakeholders.

Interactive workshop exploring mountain microclimates, extreme weather drivers, and regional climate trends with forecasting demos, data analysis, and community science activities geared toward students and local stakeholders.
Interactive workshop exploring mountain microclimates, extreme weather drivers, and regional climate trends with forecasting demos, data analysis, and community science activities geared toward students and local stakeholders.
Hands-on garden design training for preschool educators focused on playful, kid friendly school gardens that spark curiosity and outdoor learning; includes layout planning, plant selection for little learners, and classroom to garden integration.
Hands-on garden design training for preschool educators focused on playful, kid friendly school gardens that spark curiosity and outdoor learning; includes layout planning, plant selection for little learners, and classroom to garden integration.
Hands-on garden design training for preschool educators focused on playful, kid friendly school gardens that spark curiosity and outdoor learning; includes layout planning, plant selection for little learners, and classroom to garden integration.
Facilitated community dialogue exploring visions of peace through personal stories and collective reflection at a neighborhood community center; free ticketed admission encourages inclusive participation and intergenerational conversation.
Facilitated community dialogue exploring visions of peace through personal stories and collective reflection at a neighborhood community center; free ticketed admission encourages inclusive participation and intergenerational conversation.
Facilitated community dialogue exploring visions of peace through personal stories and collective reflection at a neighborhood community center; free ticketed admission encourages inclusive participation and intergenerational conversation.

Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.

Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.
Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.

Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.

Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
Practical native plant and invasive removal guidance to attract and sustain songbirds, with plant lists, seasonal planting tips, and backyard habitat planning in a hands on workshop at Wild Birds Unlimited.
Practical native plant and invasive removal guidance to attract and sustain songbirds, with plant lists, seasonal planting tips, and backyard habitat planning in a hands on workshop at Wild Birds Unlimited.
Practical native plant and invasive removal guidance to attract and sustain songbirds, with plant lists, seasonal planting tips, and backyard habitat planning in a hands on workshop at Wild Birds Unlimited.

Practical two-part primer on home gardening in Transylvania County with seasonal planting guidance, soil care, and basic maintenance for beginner and returning gardeners at the N.C. Cooperative Extension.

Practical two-part primer on home gardening in Transylvania County with seasonal planting guidance, soil care, and basic maintenance for beginner and returning gardeners at the N.C. Cooperative Extension.
Practical two-part primer on home gardening in Transylvania County with seasonal planting guidance, soil care, and basic maintenance for beginner and returning gardeners at the N.C. Cooperative Extension.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.

Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.

Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.
Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.

Traveling textile installation translating incarcerated women’s individual struggles into stitched panels that foreground resilience, healing, empathy, and advocacy. Free, community focused exhibit presented in partnership with a local church, suitable for contemplative viewing.

Traveling textile installation translating incarcerated women’s individual struggles into stitched panels that foreground resilience, healing, empathy, and advocacy. Free, community focused exhibit presented in partnership with a local church, suitable for contemplative viewing.
Traveling textile installation translating incarcerated women’s individual struggles into stitched panels that foreground resilience, healing, empathy, and advocacy. Free, community focused exhibit presented in partnership with a local church, suitable for contemplative viewing.

Scientists and engineers present how new, cheaper renewable technologies and advancing energy storage make intermittent sources viable to replace fossil fuels, with practical international implications for decarbonization and climate hope.

Scientists and engineers present how new, cheaper renewable technologies and advancing energy storage make intermittent sources viable to replace fossil fuels, with practical international implications for decarbonization and climate hope.
Scientists and engineers present how new, cheaper renewable technologies and advancing energy storage make intermittent sources viable to replace fossil fuels, with practical international implications for decarbonization and climate hope.

Vibrant outdoor marketplace in South Pack Square highlighting Black owned vendors, local artisans, and street food stalls. Community focused shopping and cultural activities create a convivial daytime gathering space for neighbors and families.

Vibrant outdoor marketplace in South Pack Square highlighting Black owned vendors, local artisans, and street food stalls. Community focused shopping and cultural activities create a convivial daytime gathering space for neighbors and families.
Vibrant outdoor marketplace in South Pack Square highlighting Black owned vendors, local artisans, and street food stalls. Community focused shopping and cultural activities create a convivial daytime gathering space for neighbors and families.

Pedal through blossoming streets on a relaxed community group ride welcoming all ages and abilities, with casual pace routes along neighborhood streets and greenways that emphasize bike safety, camaraderie, and springtime celebration.

Pedal through blossoming streets on a relaxed community group ride welcoming all ages and abilities, with casual pace routes along neighborhood streets and greenways that emphasize bike safety, camaraderie, and springtime celebration.
Pedal through blossoming streets on a relaxed community group ride welcoming all ages and abilities, with casual pace routes along neighborhood streets and greenways that emphasize bike safety, camaraderie, and springtime celebration.

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.