
Reshaping Owen Park Workshop
Drop-in community workshop focused on reshaping Owen Park and improving Swannanoa’s pedestrian network, with discussion around sidewalks, walkability, and safety. Learn about draft planning efforts and share resident feedback in an informal open-house setting.
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A drop in community workshop invites residents to review the final draft redesign for Charles D. Owen Park and share feedback in person. Expect project boards, design details, and civic conversation shaping next steps for the park.

A drop in community workshop invites residents to review the final draft redesign for Charles D. Owen Park and share feedback in person. Expect project boards, design details, and civic conversation shaping next steps for the park.
A drop in community workshop invites residents to review the final draft redesign for Charles D. Owen Park and share feedback in person. Expect project boards, design details, and civic conversation shaping next steps for the park.
Practical training for youth coaches and mentors focused on mental health support, trauma response skills, and supportive mentorship. Expect hands on discussion and tools aimed at building safer, more resilient community spaces.
Practical training for youth coaches and mentors focused on mental health support, trauma response skills, and supportive mentorship. Expect hands on discussion and tools aimed at building safer, more resilient community spaces.
Practical training for youth coaches and mentors focused on mental health support, trauma response skills, and supportive mentorship. Expect hands on discussion and tools aimed at building safer, more resilient community spaces.

Hands-on public training in historic preservation, from documenting buildings and neighborhood stories to practical strategies for protecting and sharing local heritage. Welcoming residents, property owners, and local historians for an accessible, skills-based civic workshop.

Hands-on public training in historic preservation, from documenting buildings and neighborhood stories to practical strategies for protecting and sharing local heritage. Welcoming residents, property owners, and local historians for an accessible, skills-based civic workshop.
Hands-on public training in historic preservation, from documenting buildings and neighborhood stories to practical strategies for protecting and sharing local heritage. Welcoming residents, property owners, and local historians for an accessible, skills-based civic workshop.
A guided stroll through Asheville’s Art Deco landmarks with close-up details on geometric facades, stonework, and period design. Learn the local history behind iconic buildings while exploring downtown architecture as a group.
A guided stroll through Asheville’s Art Deco landmarks with close-up details on geometric facades, stonework, and period design. Learn the local history behind iconic buildings while exploring downtown architecture as a group.
A guided stroll through Asheville’s Art Deco landmarks with close-up details on geometric facades, stonework, and period design. Learn the local history behind iconic buildings while exploring downtown architecture as a group.

A neighborly community walk that rolls into a casual block party on church grounds in Swannanoa. Expect an easygoing outdoor evening geared toward local connection, conversation, and community spirit.

A neighborly community walk that rolls into a casual block party on church grounds in Swannanoa. Expect an easygoing outdoor evening geared toward local connection, conversation, and community spirit.
A neighborly community walk that rolls into a casual block party on church grounds in Swannanoa. Expect an easygoing outdoor evening geared toward local connection, conversation, and community spirit.

A moderated city council candidate forum centered on Asheville transportation and bike-friendly policy, with time for Q&A and direct conversations. Held in a casual brewery beer garden setting geared toward informed civic engagement and voter education.

A moderated city council candidate forum centered on Asheville transportation and bike-friendly policy, with time for Q&A and direct conversations. Held in a casual brewery beer garden setting geared toward informed civic engagement and voter education.
A moderated city council candidate forum centered on Asheville transportation and bike-friendly policy, with time for Q&A and direct conversations. Held in a casual brewery beer garden setting geared toward informed civic engagement and voter education.

Civic training session on serving as a Buncombe County poll observer, with a clear walkthrough of guidelines, rules, and expectations. Live Q and A plus registration details for county residents interested in supporting local elections.

Civic training session on serving as a Buncombe County poll observer, with a clear walkthrough of guidelines, rules, and expectations. Live Q and A plus registration details for county residents interested in supporting local elections.
Civic training session on serving as a Buncombe County poll observer, with a clear walkthrough of guidelines, rules, and expectations. Live Q and A plus registration details for county residents interested in supporting local elections.

Midweek community gathering to meet neighbors, share local resources, and connect people who need help with those offering services. Open public meeting geared toward Swannanoa community support and mutual aid.

Midweek community gathering to meet neighbors, share local resources, and connect people who need help with those offering services. Open public meeting geared toward Swannanoa community support and mutual aid.
Midweek community gathering to meet neighbors, share local resources, and connect people who need help with those offering services. Open public meeting geared toward Swannanoa community support and mutual aid.

A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with lived experience, illustrating systemic barriers and local support options. Expect real stories, practical resource pointers, and community discussion.

A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with lived experience, illustrating systemic barriers and local support options. Expect real stories, practical resource pointers, and community discussion.
A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with lived experience, illustrating systemic barriers and local support options. Expect real stories, practical resource pointers, and community discussion.
Learn how Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust’s model creates permanently affordable homes through shared equity and stewardship. The orientation breaks down eligibility, the buying process, and next steps for prospective first time buyers.
Learn how Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust’s model creates permanently affordable homes through shared equity and stewardship. The orientation breaks down eligibility, the buying process, and next steps for prospective first time buyers.
Learn how Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust’s model creates permanently affordable homes through shared equity and stewardship. The orientation breaks down eligibility, the buying process, and next steps for prospective first time buyers.

Hybrid public meeting focused on Asheville’s infrastructure recovery planning, with updates, discussion, and opportunities for public input. Combines in-person attendance with online access for community stakeholders and city leaders.

Hybrid public meeting focused on Asheville’s infrastructure recovery planning, with updates, discussion, and opportunities for public input. Combines in-person attendance with online access for community stakeholders and city leaders.
Hybrid public meeting focused on Asheville’s infrastructure recovery planning, with updates, discussion, and opportunities for public input. Combines in-person attendance with online access for community stakeholders and city leaders.

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.

Public in-person city council meeting in the Council Chamber at Asheville City Hall for municipal updates, agenda items, and community comment. A structured civic forum focused on local governance, policy decisions, and public accountability.

Public in-person city council meeting in the Council Chamber at Asheville City Hall for municipal updates, agenda items, and community comment. A structured civic forum focused on local governance, policy decisions, and public accountability.
Public in-person city council meeting in the Council Chamber at Asheville City Hall for municipal updates, agenda items, and community comment. A structured civic forum focused on local governance, policy decisions, and public accountability.

A closing-night gathering centered on Asheville’s street art history, with murals and documentation that trace local artists, styles, and public walls over time. Expect a relaxed gallery atmosphere for last-chance viewing and community conversation.

A closing-night gathering centered on Asheville’s street art history, with murals and documentation that trace local artists, styles, and public walls over time. Expect a relaxed gallery atmosphere for last-chance viewing and community conversation.
A closing-night gathering centered on Asheville’s street art history, with murals and documentation that trace local artists, styles, and public walls over time. Expect a relaxed gallery atmosphere for last-chance viewing and community conversation.
Practical training on how National Register listing differs from local historic designation, with a clear look at protections, incentives, and community impact. Ideal for property owners, advocates, and planners navigating preservation and development decisions.
Practical training on how National Register listing differs from local historic designation, with a clear look at protections, incentives, and community impact. Ideal for property owners, advocates, and planners navigating preservation and development decisions.
Practical training on how National Register listing differs from local historic designation, with a clear look at protections, incentives, and community impact. Ideal for property owners, advocates, and planners navigating preservation and development decisions.

A civic information session with Buncombe County Elections Director Corinne Duncan explaining local election services, followed by an interactive Q and A. Registration is required, with validated parking available downtown.

A civic information session with Buncombe County Elections Director Corinne Duncan explaining local election services, followed by an interactive Q and A. Registration is required, with validated parking available downtown.
A civic information session with Buncombe County Elections Director Corinne Duncan explaining local election services, followed by an interactive Q and A. Registration is required, with validated parking available downtown.

A reflective community gathering centered on shared experiences and practical resilience tools for navigating uncertainty. Expect facilitated conversation, gentle grounding practices, and space to connect quietly with others in Black Mountain.

A reflective community gathering centered on shared experiences and practical resilience tools for navigating uncertainty. Expect facilitated conversation, gentle grounding practices, and space to connect quietly with others in Black Mountain.
A reflective community gathering centered on shared experiences and practical resilience tools for navigating uncertainty. Expect facilitated conversation, gentle grounding practices, and space to connect quietly with others in Black Mountain.

Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.

Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.
Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.
Midday lunch and learn focused on affordable homeownership and how the Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust model works. Practical guidance for prospective buyers and locals who want to support stable community housing.
Midday lunch and learn focused on affordable homeownership and how the Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust model works. Practical guidance for prospective buyers and locals who want to support stable community housing.
Midday lunch and learn focused on affordable homeownership and how the Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust model works. Practical guidance for prospective buyers and locals who want to support stable community housing.

Play-centered weekly gathering focused on reconnecting with curiosity, creativity, and low-pressure fun. A community-oriented wellness meetup in Black Mountain designed to help adults unwind, experiment, and build connection through playful activities.

Play-centered weekly gathering focused on reconnecting with curiosity, creativity, and low-pressure fun. A community-oriented wellness meetup in Black Mountain designed to help adults unwind, experiment, and build connection through playful activities.
Play-centered weekly gathering focused on reconnecting with curiosity, creativity, and low-pressure fun. A community-oriented wellness meetup in Black Mountain designed to help adults unwind, experiment, and build connection through playful activities.