Reshaping Owen Park Workshop
Drop in to weigh in on Swannanoa’s pedestrian draft plan and the Reshaping Owen Park project, with discussion centered on sidewalks, walkability, and neighborhood connectivity. An open community feedback format geared toward local residents and stakeholders.
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Community review session for Buncombe County’s first pedestrian plan, with a draft walking network and ranked project list shaped by 1,015+ resident ideas. Share feedback on where people want to walk and how to improve countywide walkability.
Community review session for Buncombe County’s first pedestrian plan, with a draft walking network and ranked project list shaped by 1,015+ resident ideas. Share feedback on where people want to walk and how to improve countywide walkability.
Community review session for Buncombe County’s first pedestrian plan, with a draft walking network and ranked project list shaped by 1,015+ resident ideas. Share feedback on where people want to walk and how to improve countywide walkability.
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.
Public design review meeting where proposed projects are evaluated for architecture, site layout, and compatibility with neighborhood character. Expect agenda-driven discussion, staff presentations, and time for community comment on local development.
Public design review meeting where proposed projects are evaluated for architecture, site layout, and compatibility with neighborhood character. Expect agenda-driven discussion, staff presentations, and time for community comment on local development.
Public design review meeting where proposed projects are evaluated for architecture, site layout, and compatibility with neighborhood character. Expect agenda-driven discussion, staff presentations, and time for community comment on local development.
Hands-on bench build where volunteers cut, assemble, stain, and prep wooden benches for installation at high-traffic Asheville bus stops. Community-powered transit improvement with shared tools, donated supplies, and practical woodworking teamwork.
Hands-on bench build where volunteers cut, assemble, stain, and prep wooden benches for installation at high-traffic Asheville bus stops. Community-powered transit improvement with shared tools, donated supplies, and practical woodworking teamwork.
Hands-on bench build where volunteers cut, assemble, stain, and prep wooden benches for installation at high-traffic Asheville bus stops. Community-powered transit improvement with shared tools, donated supplies, and practical woodworking teamwork.
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 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.
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.
Hands-on pollinator ID and counting session in a learning garden supporting the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. Expect guided observation of bees, butterflies, and other common pollinators while contributing local data for conservation.
Hands-on pollinator ID and counting session in a learning garden supporting the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. Expect guided observation of bees, butterflies, and other common pollinators while contributing local data for conservation.
Hands-on pollinator ID and counting session in a learning garden supporting the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. Expect guided observation of bees, butterflies, and other common pollinators while contributing local data for conservation.
City Council and mayoral candidates take questions and share priorities in a public forum at Stephens Lee Community Center. Expect issue focused discussion, neighborhood concerns, and a chance to compare platforms before voting.
City Council and mayoral candidates take questions and share priorities in a public forum at Stephens Lee Community Center. Expect issue focused discussion, neighborhood concerns, and a chance to compare platforms before voting.
City Council and mayoral candidates take questions and share priorities in a public forum at Stephens Lee Community Center. Expect issue focused discussion, neighborhood concerns, and a chance to compare platforms before voting.
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.
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.
Weekly evening gathering to connect with neighbors, share local resources, and coordinate services in an open-to-the-public community meeting. Ideal for residents looking for mutual aid connections and ongoing civic engagement.
Weekly evening gathering to connect with neighbors, share local resources, and coordinate services in an open-to-the-public community meeting. Ideal for residents looking for mutual aid connections and ongoing civic engagement.
Weekly evening gathering to connect with neighbors, share local resources, and coordinate services in an open-to-the-public community meeting. Ideal for residents looking for mutual aid connections and ongoing civic engagement.
Hybrid public board meeting focused on Asheville housing recovery priorities, updates, and decision making. A civic forum for residents and stakeholders to track progress, ask questions, and coordinate next steps on housing initiatives.
Hybrid public board meeting focused on Asheville housing recovery priorities, updates, and decision making. A civic forum for residents and stakeholders to track progress, ask questions, and coordinate next steps on housing initiatives.
Hybrid public board meeting focused on Asheville housing recovery priorities, updates, and decision making. A civic forum for residents and stakeholders to track progress, ask questions, and coordinate next steps on housing initiatives.
A lunchtime talk exploring Asheville’s food history and the people, places, and flavors that shaped it. Casual coworking setting encourages conversation, questions, and community connections over lunch.
A lunchtime talk exploring Asheville’s food history and the people, places, and flavors that shaped it. Casual coworking setting encourages conversation, questions, and community connections over lunch.
A lunchtime talk exploring Asheville’s food history and the people, places, and flavors that shaped it. Casual coworking setting encourages conversation, questions, and community connections over lunch.
Hands-on garden stewardship at the Asheville Botanical Garden focused on ecological management of wild garden areas. Expect practical guidance on native plants, invasive control, and habitat restoration while working outdoors alongside local gardeners and conservation-minded neighbors.
Hands-on garden stewardship at the Asheville Botanical Garden focused on ecological management of wild garden areas. Expect practical guidance on native plants, invasive control, and habitat restoration while working outdoors alongside local gardeners and conservation-minded neighbors.
Hands-on garden stewardship at the Asheville Botanical Garden focused on ecological management of wild garden areas. Expect practical guidance on native plants, invasive control, and habitat restoration while working outdoors alongside local gardeners and conservation-minded neighbors.
Hybrid City of Asheville special joint meeting of the People and Environment Recovery Boards focused on post disaster recovery priorities, environmental impacts, and coordinated planning. Structured agenda with public governance discussion and cross board collaboration.
Hybrid City of Asheville special joint meeting of the People and Environment Recovery Boards focused on post disaster recovery priorities, environmental impacts, and coordinated planning. Structured agenda with public governance discussion and cross board collaboration.
Hybrid City of Asheville special joint meeting of the People and Environment Recovery Boards focused on post disaster recovery priorities, environmental impacts, and coordinated planning. Structured agenda with public governance discussion and cross board collaboration.
A community market in Swannanoa with local vendors and shopping in a relaxed afternoon setting. Browse regional goods and handmade finds while connecting with neighbors at 216 Whitson Avenue.
A community market in Swannanoa with local vendors and shopping in a relaxed afternoon setting. Browse regional goods and handmade finds while connecting with neighbors at 216 Whitson Avenue.
A community market in Swannanoa with local vendors and shopping in a relaxed afternoon setting. Browse regional goods and handmade finds while connecting with neighbors at 216 Whitson Avenue.
A relaxed neighborhood garden walk through West Asheville, with chances to see locally grown flowers, shrubs, and creative yard landscapes up close. Wander at your own pace and chat with neighbors while exploring different garden styles.
A relaxed neighborhood garden walk through West Asheville, with chances to see locally grown flowers, shrubs, and creative yard landscapes up close. Wander at your own pace and chat with neighbors while exploring different garden styles.
A relaxed neighborhood garden walk through West Asheville, with chances to see locally grown flowers, shrubs, and creative yard landscapes up close. Wander at your own pace and chat with neighbors while exploring different garden styles.
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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.
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