
What Kind of World Do We Want to Live In? (Free Event)
Facilitated civic dialogue exploring equitable, sustainable community visions and practical next steps for local action. Free ticket reserves your spot for a participatory conversation hosted by Meaningful Conversations Asheville.
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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.

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.

A casual policy talk in a brewery taproom centered on housing supply and local solutions. Expect community conversation and networking with civic minded Asheville locals over pints in a laid back setting.

A casual policy talk in a brewery taproom centered on housing supply and local solutions. Expect community conversation and networking with civic minded Asheville locals over pints in a laid back setting.
A casual policy talk in a brewery taproom centered on housing supply and local solutions. Expect community conversation and networking with civic minded Asheville locals over pints in a laid back setting.

Table-centered, question-led discussions exploring practical philosophy and spiritual curiosities in an open, nonjudgmental circle; attendees submit and vote on topics, with askers offering opening thoughts before group dialogue and reflection.

Table-centered, question-led discussions exploring practical philosophy and spiritual curiosities in an open, nonjudgmental circle; attendees submit and vote on topics, with askers offering opening thoughts before group dialogue and reflection.
Table-centered, question-led discussions exploring practical philosophy and spiritual curiosities in an open, nonjudgmental circle; attendees submit and vote on topics, with askers offering opening thoughts before group dialogue and reflection.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.
Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Neighborhood association meets monthly for agenda setting, updates from City of Asheville staff, resident discussion of local projects, zoning and safety concerns, and coordination of volunteer and civic engagement activities.

Neighborhood association meets monthly for agenda setting, updates from City of Asheville staff, resident discussion of local projects, zoning and safety concerns, and coordination of volunteer and civic engagement activities.
Neighborhood association meets monthly for agenda setting, updates from City of Asheville staff, resident discussion of local projects, zoning and safety concerns, and coordination of volunteer and civic engagement activities.

Casual Sunday coffee conversations among secular and non-believer community members at Earth Fare, plus twice monthly book club meetups at Standard Pizza and occasional brewery evenings nearby.

Casual Sunday coffee conversations among secular and non-believer community members at Earth Fare, plus twice monthly book club meetups at Standard Pizza and occasional brewery evenings nearby.
Casual Sunday coffee conversations among secular and non-believer community members at Earth Fare, plus twice monthly book club meetups at Standard Pizza and occasional brewery evenings nearby.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle creating a judgement-free space for community healing, reflection, and gentle sharing. Free, facilitated session for collective resetting and connection; registration required at avl.mx/f9u.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle creating a judgement-free space for community healing, reflection, and gentle sharing. Free, facilitated session for collective resetting and connection; registration required at avl.mx/f9u.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle creating a judgement-free space for community healing, reflection, and gentle sharing. Free, facilitated session for collective resetting and connection; registration required at avl.mx/f9u.

Local impact short documentaries made with mission driven nonprofits screen alongside an intimate post film conversation with directors and partner organizations. Expect a creative meet and mingle focused on regional filmmaking and community connection.

Local impact short documentaries made with mission driven nonprofits screen alongside an intimate post film conversation with directors and partner organizations. Expect a creative meet and mingle focused on regional filmmaking and community connection.
Local impact short documentaries made with mission driven nonprofits screen alongside an intimate post film conversation with directors and partner organizations. Expect a creative meet and mingle focused on regional filmmaking and community connection.

Gentle, consent centered facilitated sessions of nurturing platonic touch and somatic connection in a private West Asheville home, emphasizing clear boundaries, communication and safety; sliding scale $15–$60 tickets, registration required.

Gentle, consent centered facilitated sessions of nurturing platonic touch and somatic connection in a private West Asheville home, emphasizing clear boundaries, communication and safety; sliding scale $15–$60 tickets, registration required.
Gentle, consent centered facilitated sessions of nurturing platonic touch and somatic connection in a private West Asheville home, emphasizing clear boundaries, communication and safety; sliding scale $15–$60 tickets, registration required.

Outdoor farm celebration marking a decade of hands-on sustainable agriculture education at Asheville Farmstead School, with farm tours, demonstrations, community storytelling, and family-friendly activities on the Morgan Cove property.

Outdoor farm celebration marking a decade of hands-on sustainable agriculture education at Asheville Farmstead School, with farm tours, demonstrations, community storytelling, and family-friendly activities on the Morgan Cove property.
Outdoor farm celebration marking a decade of hands-on sustainable agriculture education at Asheville Farmstead School, with farm tours, demonstrations, community storytelling, and family-friendly activities on the Morgan Cove property.

Relaxed pop up gallery in west Asheville featuring rotating work by local artists for an easy, casual Sunday afternoon of quiet viewing, conversation, and neighborhood community connection.

Relaxed pop up gallery in west Asheville featuring rotating work by local artists for an easy, casual Sunday afternoon of quiet viewing, conversation, and neighborhood community connection.
Relaxed pop up gallery in west Asheville featuring rotating work by local artists for an easy, casual Sunday afternoon of quiet viewing, conversation, and neighborhood community connection.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.

A downtown kickoff gathering at Pack Square leading into a public march centered on community advocacy and collective action. Expect rally energy, signs and chants, and a walkable outdoor route starting from Court Plaza.

A downtown kickoff gathering at Pack Square leading into a public march centered on community advocacy and collective action. Expect rally energy, signs and chants, and a walkable outdoor route starting from Court Plaza.
A downtown kickoff gathering at Pack Square leading into a public march centered on community advocacy and collective action. Expect rally energy, signs and chants, and a walkable outdoor route starting from Court Plaza.

Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.

Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.
Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.

Deep dive discussions of contemporary global politics, economics, and culture grounded in a selected book; participants analyze climate science, historical conflicts, and social dynamics through moderated, civic-minded conversation.

Deep dive discussions of contemporary global politics, economics, and culture grounded in a selected book; participants analyze climate science, historical conflicts, and social dynamics through moderated, civic-minded conversation.
Deep dive discussions of contemporary global politics, economics, and culture grounded in a selected book; participants analyze climate science, historical conflicts, and social dynamics through moderated, civic-minded conversation.

Accessible, nontechnical workshop explaining the AGI transition and its likely impacts on jobs, daily life, and policy; includes intuitive frameworks, discussion of societal risks, and practical preparedness for community members.

Accessible, nontechnical workshop explaining the AGI transition and its likely impacts on jobs, daily life, and policy; includes intuitive frameworks, discussion of societal risks, and practical preparedness for community members.
Accessible, nontechnical workshop explaining the AGI transition and its likely impacts on jobs, daily life, and policy; includes intuitive frameworks, discussion of societal risks, and practical preparedness for community members.
Guided close-looking sessions led by a volunteer educator using slow, intentional observation to cultivate relaxation and interpersonal connection amid gallery artworks; suited to quiet reflection and conversational exploration of visual details.
Guided close-looking sessions led by a volunteer educator using slow, intentional observation to cultivate relaxation and interpersonal connection amid gallery artworks; suited to quiet reflection and conversational exploration of visual details.
Guided close-looking sessions led by a volunteer educator using slow, intentional observation to cultivate relaxation and interpersonal connection amid gallery artworks; suited to quiet reflection and conversational exploration of visual details.

Get an in-person overview of the 200 hour Yoga Alliance–aligned teacher training, with curriculum breakdown, practicum expectations, schedule and tuition details, plus a Q&A with lead instructors.

Get an in-person overview of the 200 hour Yoga Alliance–aligned teacher training, with curriculum breakdown, practicum expectations, schedule and tuition details, plus a Q&A with lead instructors.
Get an in-person overview of the 200 hour Yoga Alliance–aligned teacher training, with curriculum breakdown, practicum expectations, schedule and tuition details, plus a Q&A with lead instructors.