
The Struggle Against Solitary Confinement: A Nielsen Event
An educational talk examining the harms of solitary confinement through a prison reform and human rights lens. Expect context on criminal justice policy, lived impacts, and pathways for community action and advocacy.
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Late night community study hall focused on Election 2026 with Chris Cooper leading a data driven discussion and strategy session; informal civic conversation for local residents to analyze candidates, policies, and turnout planning.

Late night community study hall focused on Election 2026 with Chris Cooper leading a data driven discussion and strategy session; informal civic conversation for local residents to analyze candidates, policies, and turnout planning.
Late night community study hall focused on Election 2026 with Chris Cooper leading a data driven discussion and strategy session; informal civic conversation for local residents to analyze candidates, policies, and turnout planning.

Hopeful author talk and conversation around "Feed Us with Trees," exploring climate resilience, abundance, and the stories that shape our future. Expect thoughtful Q and A and community dialogue in an activist-minded bookstore setting.

Hopeful author talk and conversation around "Feed Us with Trees," exploring climate resilience, abundance, and the stories that shape our future. Expect thoughtful Q and A and community dialogue in an activist-minded bookstore setting.
Hopeful author talk and conversation around "Feed Us with Trees," exploring climate resilience, abundance, and the stories that shape our future. Expect thoughtful Q and A and community dialogue in an activist-minded bookstore setting.

A free virtual, judgement free listening circle centered on trauma informed community healing in the years following Helene. Gather online to reset, reflect, and connect in a supportive space designed for shared processing.

A free virtual, judgement free listening circle centered on trauma informed community healing in the years following Helene. Gather online to reset, reflect, and connect in a supportive space designed for shared processing.
A free virtual, judgement free listening circle centered on trauma informed community healing in the years following Helene. Gather online to reset, reflect, and connect in a supportive space designed for shared processing.

Town hall-style community gathering focused on preventing and ending child trafficking through practical education, motivation, and local action. Emphasis on protecting children, strengthening families, and building shared community awareness and response.

Town hall-style community gathering focused on preventing and ending child trafficking through practical education, motivation, and local action. Emphasis on protecting children, strengthening families, and building shared community awareness and response.
Town hall-style community gathering focused on preventing and ending child trafficking through practical education, motivation, and local action. Emphasis on protecting children, strengthening families, and building shared community awareness and response.
Screening of a thoughtful film exploring justice, healing, and second chances, followed by a panel discussion, live acoustic interludes, and a reception for restorative justice conversation and community connection.
Screening of a thoughtful film exploring justice, healing, and second chances, followed by a panel discussion, live acoustic interludes, and a reception for restorative justice conversation and community connection.
Screening of a thoughtful film exploring justice, healing, and second chances, followed by a panel discussion, live acoustic interludes, and a reception for restorative justice conversation and community connection.

Vanessa Hua reads from her literary fiction and leads a discussion on narrative craft, cultural identity, and storytelling strategies, followed by audience Q&A in an intimate campus lecture setting.

Vanessa Hua reads from her literary fiction and leads a discussion on narrative craft, cultural identity, and storytelling strategies, followed by audience Q&A in an intimate campus lecture setting.
Vanessa Hua reads from her literary fiction and leads a discussion on narrative craft, cultural identity, and storytelling strategies, followed by audience Q&A in an intimate campus lecture setting.

Gentle guided group sessions to center peace amid chaos, using contemplative practices and peer sharing to cultivate personal refuge and relational resilience; led by LCMHC-A Genjo Williams in a quiet wellness office.

Gentle guided group sessions to center peace amid chaos, using contemplative practices and peer sharing to cultivate personal refuge and relational resilience; led by LCMHC-A Genjo Williams in a quiet wellness office.
Gentle guided group sessions to center peace amid chaos, using contemplative practices and peer sharing to cultivate personal refuge and relational resilience; led by LCMHC-A Genjo Williams in a quiet wellness office.

Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.

Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.
Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.

Hopeful analysis of the global energy transition led by Dot Sulock, highlighting cheaper renewables, advances in storage technology, and worldwide adoption; a community lecture at UNC Asheville hosted by WNC Sierra Club.

Hopeful analysis of the global energy transition led by Dot Sulock, highlighting cheaper renewables, advances in storage technology, and worldwide adoption; a community lecture at UNC Asheville hosted by WNC Sierra Club.
Hopeful analysis of the global energy transition led by Dot Sulock, highlighting cheaper renewables, advances in storage technology, and worldwide adoption; a community lecture at UNC Asheville hosted by WNC Sierra Club.
Guided creative writing sessions using reflective prompts, group sharing, and journaling exercises to support healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude in a gentle community circle.
Guided creative writing sessions using reflective prompts, group sharing, and journaling exercises to support healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude in a gentle community circle.
Guided creative writing sessions using reflective prompts, group sharing, and journaling exercises to support healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude in a gentle community circle.

Ken Wheatley, a former FBI agent, draws on law enforcement experience to examine mindfulness, resilience, and practical strategies for hope amid political upheaval. In-person and Zoom attendees can participate in the post-talk Q&A.

Ken Wheatley, a former FBI agent, draws on law enforcement experience to examine mindfulness, resilience, and practical strategies for hope amid political upheaval. In-person and Zoom attendees can participate in the post-talk Q&A.
Ken Wheatley, a former FBI agent, draws on law enforcement experience to examine mindfulness, resilience, and practical strategies for hope amid political upheaval. In-person and Zoom attendees can participate in the post-talk Q&A.

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.

Peer-led recovery circle for nicotine cessation where attendees share experience, strength, and hope in a nonjudgmental evening meeting; newcomers welcome with any desire to quit or learn about stopping nicotine.

Peer-led recovery circle for nicotine cessation where attendees share experience, strength, and hope in a nonjudgmental evening meeting; newcomers welcome with any desire to quit or learn about stopping nicotine.
Peer-led recovery circle for nicotine cessation where attendees share experience, strength, and hope in a nonjudgmental evening meeting; newcomers welcome with any desire to quit or learn about stopping nicotine.
Get hands-on help finishing or starting your study abroad application at the Log Cabin on March 4, with crew members available to answer questions and troubleshoot forms ahead of the March 6 deadline.
Get hands-on help finishing or starting your study abroad application at the Log Cabin on March 4, with crew members available to answer questions and troubleshoot forms ahead of the March 6 deadline.
Get hands-on help finishing or starting your study abroad application at the Log Cabin on March 4, with crew members available to answer questions and troubleshoot forms ahead of the March 6 deadline.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
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.

Silent communal sitting and contemplative discussion focused on interfaith spiritual practices and philosophies every Sunday morning; participants learn, share reflections, and explore meditation techniques in a welcoming, beginner friendly atmosphere.

Silent communal sitting and contemplative discussion focused on interfaith spiritual practices and philosophies every Sunday morning; participants learn, share reflections, and explore meditation techniques in a welcoming, beginner friendly atmosphere.
Silent communal sitting and contemplative discussion focused on interfaith spiritual practices and philosophies every Sunday morning; participants learn, share reflections, and explore meditation techniques in a welcoming, beginner friendly atmosphere.

Midday group hike to Catawba Falls, following a scenic waterfall lined trail; meet at 70 College Street for a social outdoor walk ideal for nature watchers and casual hikers.

Midday group hike to Catawba Falls, following a scenic waterfall lined trail; meet at 70 College Street for a social outdoor walk ideal for nature watchers and casual hikers.
Midday group hike to Catawba Falls, following a scenic waterfall lined trail; meet at 70 College Street for a social outdoor walk ideal for nature watchers and casual hikers.

Hand stitched textile panels translate incarcerated women's struggles into symbols of resilience, healing, and advocacy, combining intimate embroidery and personal narratives in a free traveling installation staged in a community church gallery.

Hand stitched textile panels translate incarcerated women's struggles into symbols of resilience, healing, and advocacy, combining intimate embroidery and personal narratives in a free traveling installation staged in a community church gallery.
Hand stitched textile panels translate incarcerated women's struggles into symbols of resilience, healing, and advocacy, combining intimate embroidery and personal narratives in a free traveling installation staged in a community church gallery.
Explore Carrier Park's spring flora on an outdoor foraging walk led by activist Robin Greenfield, learning edible plant identification, medicinal uses, and practical food sovereignty techniques for urban wild harvesting.
Explore Carrier Park's spring flora on an outdoor foraging walk led by activist Robin Greenfield, learning edible plant identification, medicinal uses, and practical food sovereignty techniques for urban wild harvesting.
Explore Carrier Park's spring flora on an outdoor foraging walk led by activist Robin Greenfield, learning edible plant identification, medicinal uses, and practical food sovereignty techniques for urban wild harvesting.