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Freedom Park, Charlotte · Charlotte, NC
Freedom Park, Charlotte
The 62nd annual arts and music festival fills Freedom Park with artists, food and entertainment over a fall weekend.
Food festivals
All day
Fishermen's Village, Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Fishermen's Village, Punta Gorda
You can taste key lime treats and tropical fare at this late-summer food festival at the village.
Food festivals
11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Legacy Park Amphitheater, Lee's Summit · Kansas City, MO
Legacy Park Amphitheater, Lee's Summit
Spend a free day with eight hours of live music, art, and food at Legacy Park Amphitheater.
Golf
Real courses, green fees, and where to play, mapped for retirement.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Come to Pack Library on the first or third Tuesday of the month between 3:30 and 6:00 to receive help solving a tech-related problem. We are available to assist both Spanish and English speakers. We can work together on the library's computers or your device.
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us to discuss this month's pick: My Friends, by Fredrik Backman.
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Land of the Sky 101 is a community learning circle for those who are interested in the history of Asheville, Buncombe County and Western North Carolina. A four-part series of readings and discussions is modeled after the themes of the exhibit “An Incomplete History of Buncombe County” mounted in the BCSC reading room. Sessions will be held the first Tuesday of March, June, September, and December during which participants will explore the history of our region. Read Readers can choose from tw...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
Dance & fitness
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join Barbara Schauer, founder and lead teacher of our beloved Weaverville Yogafor this gentle and invigorating practice at the Weaverville Library. Barbara will be offering Yoga for Balance the first and third Tuesdays of every month from 1-2 PM. All skill levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. Bring a yoga mat if you have one but we have extras to share if you don't. HUGE thanks to Barbara and to the Friends of the Weaverville Libraryfor sponsoring this wonderful series!
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for a presentation and Q&A session by Pisgah Legal Services Attorney Casey Steen about wills, power of attorney, advanced care planning, and more.
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This a 6-week computer class series that will give you the skills you need to use computers and access the internet with confidence. In these slow-paced sessions, you will be able to receive instruction on a different topic each week and ask any questions about technology that you may have. Participants will come away with basic knowledge about computers and the confidence they need to use them! This week's topic is Computer Hardware and Upkeep. Laptops and adaptive technology will be provide...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Dark City Poets Society is a welcoming group of poets at all skill levels and all ages. We meet once a month to share our work and offer feedback in a supportive environment. Free and open to the public.
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
[Libby logo; an open teal book with a girl's head peeking over the top] Did you know that Buncombe County Public Libraries has free access to digital resources through the NC Digital Library using your library card?! The Libby App is where you will find digital audiobooks, e-books, and magazines that you can read on your tablet, kindle, phone, or other device! This monthly introduction is an opportunity to get to know Libby. There will be a brief presentation from 10:30-10:45am, with drop-in...
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Dance & fitness
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us as we discuss this month's selection: Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain. Copies of this title are available at the Weaverville Library for check out while supplies last. This group meets the first Thursday of most months at 3 PM. Newcomers are always welcome!
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
A free farmers’ market-style food distribution by MANNA FoodBank, plus community resource connections.
Music & concerts
5 PM
Hellbender by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
5 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
5 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Theater & film
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Bring your friends or make new ones as we play tabletop games. A small variety of games will be available to select from. If you have a favorite you would like to share, please bring it along.
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Bring your needles or your hooks and join us for some friendly company as you work on your current project. No registration necessary; just come by the Skyland Library community room with a love of yarn! Please note this is not a class -- we welcome knitters and crocheters of all skill levels, but there might not be anyone on hand to teach the basics if you've never tried before. Feel free to come and chat or observe, though!
Music & concerts
6:30 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
6:30 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
The Orange Peel
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Senior programs
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The presentation will explore the causes, symptoms, treatment, and care methods for those managing Hoarding Disorder. This program is provided by Vaya Health, with a focus on the aging population but all are welcome! Pre-registration is appreciated. Please call 828-250-6482 to sign up.
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Quilters of all ages welcome! Bring your own sewing machine and project or work on a community project. Snacks not provided, but we encourage you to bring a bag lunch. Drop in any time to participate.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Our friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with beginning and intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking for a supportive chance to practice and sharpen their skills. We use discussion prompts, and ice breaker games to help enhance everyone's comprehension and comfort level. Come give it a try!
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This is a low-key community crafting circle, where we listen to an audio short story while we work. This month, we're listening to parts 1 and 2 of Frankie Silver: A Woman Hanged, from the NC State Archives podcast Connecting the Docs.
Community & civic
9 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This course will take place over two days (9/9/2026 and 9/11/2026) and will be offered via Zoom. Attendance is required as the course will not be recorded. Nesting can arise from hierarchical data structures (e.g., siblings nested within family; patients nested within therapist), longitudinal data structures (repeated measures nested within individual), or both (repeated measures nested within...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This month we're discussing The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai. Members can attend on second Wednesday OR on the following Thursday of each month at 1 pm in the Community Room at the library to discuss the book. Newcomers welcome!
Theater & film
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Come play Magic the Gathering at Pack Library. Magic the Gathering is a collectible card game with hundreds of millions of players all over the world. All players aged 9-15 are welcome. No experience necessary. Free cards will be given to all attendees! Test your skills and trade cards with your friends.
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Pack Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets the second Wednesday of each month at 10:30AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. The book for September 2026 is Northwoods by Daniel Mason. Newcomers are always welcome!
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Tech Connect allows you to sit with a librarian who will work with you to solve a technology problem. From email to e-readers, smartphones to laptops, we are here for you! Each appointment lasts 30-minutes and must be scheduled in advance. Call 828-250-4752 to book your session.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This a 6-week computer class series that will give you the skills you need to use computers and access the internet with confidence. In these slow-paced sessions, you will be able to receive instruction on a different topic each week and ask any questions about technology that you may have. Participants will come away with basic knowledge about computers and the confidence they need to use them! This week's topic is Intro to the Internet. Call 828-250-4718 to register
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Book Club meets on the second Thursday of every month. Upcoming titles: [Upcoming titles available by calling 828-250-4756]
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
[Two colorful cartoon dialogue bubbles reading "Join us once a month for a chat in spanish." One is in english, the other in spanish.] Únete a nosotros una vez al mes para charlar. Destinado a hispanohablantes de nivel intermedio para practicar. ¡Sin presión, pura diversión! Join us once a month for a chat in Spanish. Intended for intermediate level Spanish-speakers to practice our skills. No pressure, all fun! East Asheville Library 2nd Thursdays, 10:30am
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for creative writing online! We meet on Zoom for several rounds of writing prompts. The group is simple - we just write and read our writing to each other. This is a supportive and fun environment that gets your creative juices flowing with low stakes and lots of fun. Writers with all levels of experience are invited to join. Email anna.booraem@buncombecounty.org for the link to the online meeting.
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Fun with fiber! Join others who share your interest and enthusiasm the second Thursday evening of each month at the Fairview Library. This is a monthly gathering of those who enjoy knitting, crocheting, or other fiber crafts, and hanging out with new friends! This is not an instructional group, but newcomers are most welcome. Come ready to meet fun people!
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This month we're discussing The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai. Members can attend on second Wednesday OR on the following Thursday of each month at 1 pm in the Community Room at the library to discuss the book. Newcomers welcome!
Dance & fitness
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets online on the second Thursday of each month at 6PM and in person on the second Friday of each month at 11AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome! Email jen.waite@buncombenc.gov to register and receive the meeting link. Spoon River Anthology (1915) by Edgar Lee Masters is a collection of free-verse poems that tell the stories of over 200 deceased residents of a fictional small town, Spoon...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Learn about artists and their work, and get to dabble in a variety of media. Participants will leave each session with work of their own creation.
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets online on the second Thursday of each month at 6PM and in person on the second Friday of each month at 11AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome! Spoon River Anthology (1915) by Edgar Lee Masters is a collection of free-verse poems that tell the stories of over 200 deceased residents of a fictional small town, Spoon River, from beyond the grave. The poems, presented as epitaphs, reveal th...
Music & concerts
7 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Dance & fitness
Asheville, NC
Goombay is a free downtown festival celebrating African and Caribbean heritage with food, art, music, and dance, anchored by the YMI Cultural Center. It usually lands in late summer. The block fills with drumming and street food.
Community & civic
9 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This course will take place over two days (9/9/2026 and 9/11/2026) and will be offered via Zoom. Attendance is required as the course will not be recorded. Nesting can arise from hierarchical data structures (e.g., siblings nested within family; patients nested within therapist), longitudinal data structures (repeated measures nested within individual), or both (repeated measures nested within...
Music & concerts
7 PM
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Music & concerts
7 PM
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Theater & film
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
You have probably overlooked this hidden gem in your mailbox over the years. It is the humble security envelope featuring patterned prints on the interior paper designed to scramble the appearance of numbers and text to protect sensitive content. Because the interior security envelope tints feature intricate geometric, wave, crosshatch, and mosaic patterns, they have become a popular material for paper crafters and collage makers. This is a perfect opportunity to truly play with paper. In add...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Friends of the Black Mountain Public Library announces their Fall Book Sale! Great deals! Friends of the Library members get early access! Not a Friend yet? You can join on-site for $15! [I couldn't bear to be without the library]
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Gardening doesn’t have to end with cold weather! Learn how to continue growing and harvesting greens, root vegetables, and herbs into fall and winter with row cover or greenhouses. This workshop is free and open to the public. No registration necessary.
Music & concerts
7 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
7 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
7 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
7 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Community & civic
10 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This course will be held online only over 3 days (September 14, 16, and 18). Attendance is required as it will not be recorded. This 6-hour course provides training on how AI can assist a survey project from beginning to the end. We will focus on each step of the research process (Callegaro and Yang, 2025) PlanningExecutionActivationIn the planning phase there are two sub phases 1) Ideate and d...
Community & civic
10 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This course is only open to the UNC Chapel Hill Community. The organizer requires have an active ONYEN to register. AI in Research: Driving Innovation Forward Discover how artificial intelligence can streamline workflows, uncover hidden patterns, and empower breakthroughs in your field. Learn practical applications of AI through Odum Institute AIR series that can revolutionize your research process. This cou...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Come to Pack Library on the first or third Tuesday of the month between 3:30 and 6:00 to receive help solving a tech-related problem. We are available to assist both Spanish and English speakers. We can work together on the library's computers or your device.
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Community & civic
3 PM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
In this course, we will cover basic Qualtrics functions beginning with an overview of survey options and settings, followed by hands-on practice programming and distributing a survey and downloading results. We will program some of the most common question and response types, customize requirements and validation, and add display logic, skip logic, and basic branch logic in the “survey flow”. W...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us to discuss this month's book: River of Doubt by Candace Millard The North Asheville Book Club meets in-person on the 3rd Tuesday of every month.
Community & civic
12 PM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This masterclass introduces the core responsibilities of family firm ownership. Participants will examine the importance of articulating a shared purpose; defining a clear, compelling ownership vision; and creating explicit goals for growth, liquidity, and control. The course examines how ownership priorities influence strategy, capital allocation, governance structures, and leadership selectio...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Pilates can strengthen core muscles to alleviate back pain. Looking for a free class? The library has your back. To register for these classes, please go to: www.ciscopilates.com… this is especially important if you are planning on attending online or if you would like to receive a recording of the class afterwards. We will have some yoga mats on hand for the in-person participants, but feel free to bring your own equipment and water bottle! If you have any questions, please call 828-250-4700.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
Dance & fitness
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join Barbara Schauer, founder and lead teacher of our beloved Weaverville Yogafor this gentle and invigorating practice at the Weaverville Library. Barbara will be offering Yoga for Balance the first and third Tuesdays of every month from 1-2 PM. All skill levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. Bring a yoga mat if you have one but we have extras to share if you don't. HUGE thanks to Barbara and to the Friends of the Weaverville Libraryfor sponsoring this wonderful series!
Community & civic
10 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This course will be held online only over 3 days (September 14, 16, and 18). Attendance is required as it will not be recorded. This 6-hour course provides training on how AI can assist a survey project from beginning to the end. We will focus on each step of the research process (Callegaro and Yang, 2025) PlanningExecutionActivationIn the planning phase there are two sub phases 1) Ideate and d...
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Enka History Book Club reads historical fiction and non-fiction on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. The selection for September will be Waiting Game by Nicola Clark. Books are available for pick up at the library in large print and regular print. The group meets in the community room and newcomers are always welcome.
Community & civic
3 PM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
In this course, we will cover basic Qualtrics functions beginning with an overview of survey options and settings, followed by hands-on practice programming and distributing a survey and downloading results. We will program some of the most common question and response types, customize requirements and validation, and add display logic, skip logic, and basic branch logic in the “survey flow”. W...
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Drop-in for an afternoon of Middle-Earth themed rock painting with us (or stop in to paint anything you like)!
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This monthly workshop, led by writer Ben Fluet, alternates between classes on specific poetic forms and generative freewriting sessions. This month will be a freewriting session focused on recollection. Using memory and personal experience as a starting point, we'll spend the first part of class writing then we'll share our work and give each other feedback and praise. About Ben Fluet Ben Fluet is a writer living in Western North Carolina. In 2022, he hand-bound and self-published his debut c...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This a 6-week computer class series that will give you the skills you need to use computers and access the internet with confidence. In these slow-paced sessions, you will be able to receive instruction on a different topic each week and ask any questions about technology that you may have. Participants will come away with basic knowledge about computers and the confidence they need to use them! This week's topic is Email. Call 828-250-4718 to register
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for a free community gathering where neighbors can meet the crew behind the Fairview Town Crier, share ideas, swap stories, and help shape the future of our local newspaper. Enjoy light refreshments, learn how the Crier comes together each month, and join in a few fun, interactive activities celebrating Fairview. Whether you're a longtime resident or new to our community, they'd love to meet you!
Classes & arts
9 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This one-day course will be offered via Zoom only. Attendance is required as it will not be recorded. This interactive, hands-on workshop will introduce participants to a framework for considering the consequences of using generative AI in qualitative research designs and workflows (Paulus, 2023; Paulus & Lester, 2024). We will start by acknowledging inherent risks and ethical dilemmas posed by...
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Theater & film
8 PM
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Ages 12 & Up recommended for this event.
Theater & film
8 PM
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Ages 12 & Up recommended for this event.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Hollering, one of the oldest forms of communication, is found in communities around the world. Whether agricultural, pastoral, nomadic or urban, cultures everywhere have used hollers to communicate across long distances, get work done, and express their emotions. In the United States, rural farming communities made use of hollers for hundreds of years. In this presentation Lynch-Thomason will discuss hollering traditions from the North Carolina Piedmont as well as the Deep South. She’ll holle...
Music & concerts
7 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
7 PM
Hellbender by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
7 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Dance & fitness
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join Librarian and Friend, Jill Totman to revisit and discuss, "Books we swore we'd never read again!" This month begins a series of Latin American classics with: The Years With Laura Diaz by Carlos Fuentes. Upcoming titles include: 10/15 –The General in His Labyrinth by Gabriel Garcia Marquez 11/19 –The Motorcycle Diaries by Che Guevara Copies are available for checkout at the Weaverville Library prior to each discussion. This group generally meets the third Thursday of the month at 6 PM. Ne...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for a book discussion sponsored by the Friends of the Skyland/South Buncombe Library! This month we will be reading Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane. The book is available in both physical print and digital audiobook editions through Buncombe County Public Libraries, and we will also have a few extra copies to borrow at the South Buncombe branch that you can stop by and sign out.
Community & civic
8:30 AM
Molecular Biomedical Research Building · Asheville, NC
Molecular Biomedical Research Building
The first of its kind at UNC, the inaugural Women’s Health Multidisciplinary Research Symposium is dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary connections, collaboration, and knowledge sharing amongst trainees and faculty passionate about women’s health research. Hosted by the Women’s Health Multidisciplinary Consortium (WHMC) and the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, this symposium...
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This class will give you the knowledge and tools you need to begin painting with watercolors. This is geared towards beginners, but open to all skill levels. All supplies will be provided.
Community & civic
10 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This course will be held online only over 3 days (September 14, 16, and 18). Attendance is required as it will not be recorded. This 6-hour course provides training on how AI can assist a survey project from beginning to the end. We will focus on each step of the research process (Callegaro and Yang, 2025) PlanningExecutionActivationIn the planning phase there are two sub phases 1) Ideate and d...
Music & concerts
8 PM
Revival Asheville · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
6:30 PM
Asheville Yards · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Grey Eagle · Asheville, NC
Classes & arts
9 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
Securing funding is one of the most consequential — and least openly discussed — dimensions of a research career. For scholars whose work centers social inequality and structurally marginalized communities, pursuing funding carries unique political and institutional complexities. This workshop engages those realities directly. Participants will examine how funding priorities are shaped, how res...
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Theater & film
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Bring your friends or make new ones as we play tabletop games. A small variety of games will be available to select from. If you have a favorite you would like to share, please bring it along.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join members of the Blue Ridge Audubon Society for a guided bird-watching excursion around the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary! Binoculars are available for checkout at the North Asheville Library, but folks are welcome to bring their own! This event will be held rain or shine. Spaces are limited, so registration is required.
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Bring your needles or your hooks and join us for some friendly company as you work on your current project. No registration necessary; just come by the Skyland Library community room with a love of yarn! Please note this is not a class -- we welcome knitters and crocheters of all skill levels, but there might not be anyone on hand to teach the basics if you've never tried before. Feel free to come and chat or observe, though!
Theater & film
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Theater & film
6 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Theater & film
6 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Romance Book Club meets the third Monday of each month at 5:30 PM at the Pack Library. We will read and discuss a variety of books in the romance genre. The book for September 2026 is Happy Medium by Sarah Adler. Newcomers are always welcome!
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Summer Sewing Series is a partnership with Pack Library and local fashion house, House of Sconiers. Over the course of this series participants will learn how to use a sewing machine and begin to sew simple garments of their own. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to read and understand commercial sewing patterns. We'll cover pattern envelopes, sizing, symbols, markings, fabric requirements, layout, and cutting techniques. Participants will gain the confidence needed t...
Music & concerts
7 PM
Asheville Yards · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
7 PM
Asheville Yards · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Friends of the East Asheville Public Library present renowned local storyteller Becky Stone portraying the great Josephine Baker. Free. Doors open at 6 p.m. Want to join the Friends of the East Asheville Library, volunteer, or donate to support their work? Visit the Friends information table.
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Western North Carolina Scale Model Club is a non-profit group for static (non-RC) model builders to present their models and share tips and tricks in a laid back atmosphere. Bring your latest finished piece or your work in progress. All skill levels are welcome! This program is designed for Ages 12 and up due to the fragile nature of these models.
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum to learn all about the many different types of arachnids that call Western North Carolina their home! Ever wondered just what exactly makes an arachnid an arachnid? Are they all spiders? Do they all spin webs? Do they all have 8 legs? We'll answer these questions and more at this fun program! Come ready to hear all about ecoEXPLORE, the many different types of arachnids (there ARE more than just Spiders!), where they live, w...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Anniversaries of tragic events can hit us in unexpected ways. Join us for an evening of meaningful conversation, connection, and reflection. Together, we’ll learn practical tools to navigate trauma and stress, and process the myriad of emotions and experiences that we may be experiencing in this two-year mark after the storm. Also, starting around 6PM we will have a Listening Circle for those who wish to highlight what keeps them moving forward, as well as practical tools for navigating life'...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Tech Connect allows you to sit with a librarian who will work with you to solve a technology problem. From email to e-readers, smartphones to laptops, we are here for you! Each appointment lasts 30-minutes and must be scheduled in advance. Call 828-250-4752 to book your session.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
Music & concerts
7:30 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
7:30 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
The Orange Peel
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This a 6-week computer class series that will give you the skills you need to use computers and access the internet with confidence. In these slow-paced sessions, you will be able to receive instruction on a different topic each week and ask any questions about technology that you may have. Participants will come away with basic knowledge about computers and the confidence they need to use them! This week's topic is Windows 11. Call 828-250-4718 to register
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This month the book club will be discussing The Dictator by Daniel Kehlmann. Books are available for check out at the circulation desk.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The YMCA Mobile Market will be set up in the library parking lot from 1-2 pm. Bring your grocery bags and get fresh food for your family. All are welcome, regardless of income or family size. Distributions are free and no paperwork is required. The market provides fresh produce paired with healthy recipes and a Community Engagement Table with valuable services such as cooking demonstrations. While you're in the lot, stop in to get a free library card if you don't have one, pick up a cookbook...
Community & civic
1 PM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
AI in Research: Driving Innovation Forward Discover how artificial intelligence can streamline workflows, uncover hidden patterns, and empower breakthroughs in your field. Learn practical applications of AI through Odum Institute AIR series that can revolutionize your research process. AI, for example ChatGPT, may be used to construct code for software packages and programming languages commonl...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This presentation from Vaya Health provides coping skills for anyone suffering from anxiety and for those who care for those who have anxiety and need assistance. Traditional and alternative treatments will be the focus of symptom management. All are welcome! Pre-registration is required. Go to Vayahealth.com/calendar, click on 9/24/topic and "Going" under RSVP.
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Black Experience Book Club reads books by Black authors about the many facets of the Black experience. Join other book lovers to discuss this month's pick, The Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. WHERE TO FIND THE BOOK PUBLIC LIBRARY Call your local Buncombe County Public Library or visit buncombecounty.org/library to reserve your copy online. NOIR COLLECTIVE AT THE YMICC. Stop by Noir Collective AVL during open hours, call 828-257-4540, or email noircollectiveavl@gmail.com to check a...
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Dance & fitness
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Our friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with beginning and intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking for a supportive chance to practice and sharpen their skills. We use discussion prompts, and ice breaker games to help enhance everyone's comprehension and comfort level. Come give it a try!
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us as we discuss this month's selection: The Plot Against America: A Novel by Philip Roth. Copies of this title are available at the Weaverville Library while supplies last. This group generally meets on the last Thursday evening of every month at 6 PM. Newcomers are always welcome!
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This month the book club will be discussing The Dictator by Daniel Kehlmann. Books are available for check out at the circulation desk.
Community & civic
5 PM
NC Botanical Garden · Asheville, NC
NC Botanical Garden
The UNC Sustainability Awards recognize leadership and best practice for three winners: An established and entrepreneurial North Carolina business that shows innovation, initiative and impact in sustainability, as well as a Kenan-Flagler Distinguished Alumnus in Sustainability. For the business awards, our Business Leadership in Sustainability (BLiS) and Student-Athlete Sustainability Initiativ...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Learn about artists and their work, and get to dabble in a variety of media. Participants will leave each session with work of their own creation.
Classes & arts
10 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
It’s Monday morning and you open your qualitative research project folder. Thousands of pages of text, distributed across 90 in-depth interviews, await. What’s next? This workshop provides a roadmap for conducting an applied thematic analysis, through all major steps in the analytic process. Participants will learn the benefits of writing a qualitative data analysis plan, to ensure that the dat...
Music & concerts
5:30 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel
Music & concerts
6 PM
Hellbender by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Hellbender by The Orange Peel
Music & concerts
5:30 PM
Hellbender by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Hellbender by The Orange Peel
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The impacts of addiction are often felt far beyond those experiencing it, but these can be mitigated with compassion and community support. During this lunch and learn attendees will learn about harm reduction, addiction recovery, and how the library is supporting community members affected by addiction. A presentation will be given by a member of the North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition, and the Pack Library’s new Read 2 Recover collection will be displayed. Pizza and snacks will be provi...
Theater & film
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival is a unique event that showcases the work of filmmakers from across the world. Join other film lovers who will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge the work of the next generation of filmmakers. This year the screenings will take place in the Ferguson Auditorium on A-B Tech's campus. MANHATTAN SHORT is the only film festival of its kind. Attendees at the Pack Library's screening will vote for Best Film and Best Actor awards. Every short film s...
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Get ready for the most laissez-faire craft program we've ever done….because I have a bunch of air-dry clay and we’re making WHATEVER WE WANT. - Trinket tray? Do it. - Candle holder? Great idea. - A cute animal figurine? GO NUTS. A crafty sea of possibility awaits. No artistic talent? No problem. We’re figuring it out as we go, laughing through the chaos, and making something cool out of nothing. Come fake it 'til you make it with us!
Music & concerts
5:30 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Mahjong is SO hot right now! Come learn the basics of the game at the Weaverville Library. No previous knowledge or experience is necessary. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Call the Library today to reserve a spot in this engaging hands on workshop: 828-250-6482. Huge thanks to the Friends of the Weaverville Library for sponsoring this exciting event!
Theater & film
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival is a unique event that showcases the work of filmmakers from across the world. Join other film lovers who will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge the work of the next generation of filmmakers. This year the screenings will take place in the Ferguson Auditorium on A-B Tech's campus. MANHATTAN SHORT is the only film festival of its kind. Attendees at the Pack Library's screening will vote for Best Film and Best Actor awards. Every short film s...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for the Swannanoa Public Library’s monthly Star Trek Fan Club meeting! This is a group for adults who love all things Star Trek! Whether you’re a long-time fan or completely new to the Star Trek universe, we invite you to come hang out and talk ‘Trek, watch episodes, do trivia, make themed arts & crafts, and more! Additionally, accessibility and diversity are core themes of Star Trek, and we’ll be embodying that here at the library. If you have any questions about accessibility, COVID...
Music & concerts
9 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
9 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Lifelong learning
7:30 PM
Hill Hall, Moeser Auditorium · Asheville, NC
Hill Hall, Moeser Auditorium
Tift Merritt, 2026 Thomas Wolfe Prize Recipient, will perform.
Music & concerts
7:30 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Tastings
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Step out of your shell and put your theater skills to the test in this fun laid-back class. Join theater teacher Chris Martin for some fun improv games and activities. This program is sponsored by the library, but it will take place at The Wedge Brewery- 5 Foundy St. No registration necessary, hope to see you there!
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Community & civic
1 PM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This 2-hour course introduces learners to the foundations of survey development for primary data collection. Students will learn fundamental practices in planning, designing, and conducting data collection using survey research best practices. Core topics will cover: sampling and outreachquestionnaire development (writing questions, response options, and question ordering)visual design consider...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join Buncombe County’s Recycling Coordinator to discuss all things recycling and composting! Recycling Learn what is and isn’t recyclable, how our local recycling system works, and how to best participate in our programs! Composting Learn about the Residential Food Scraps Drop-Off Program as well as home composting options. Buncombe County has resources and information for all residents to compost, whether you live in an apartment or have bears in your backyard! This presentation includes an...
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum to learn all about the many different types of arachnids that call Western North Carolina their home! Ever wondered just what exactly makes an arachnid an arachnid? Are they all spiders? Do they all spin webs? Do they all have 8 legs? We'll answer these questions and more at this fun program! Come ready to hear all about ecoEXPLORE, the many different types of arachnids (there ARE more than just Spiders!), where they live, w...
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum to learn all about the many different types of arachnids that call Western North Carolina their home! Ever wondered just what exactly makes an arachnid an arachnid? Are they all spiders? Do they all spin webs? Do they all have 8 legs? We'll answer these questions and more at this fun program! Come ready to hear all about ecoEXPLORE, the many different types of arachnids (there ARE more than just Spiders!), where they live, w...
Music & concerts
7 PM
Hellbender by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
7 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
7 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Lifelong learning
10 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This course will be offered over two mornings (9/30/2026 and 10/2/2026 from 10am – 2pm US Eastern) via Zoom only. Attendance is required as the course will not be recorded. Focus groups are commonly used to capture rich information about attitudes and beliefs. This class will prepare prospective students to organize and moderate focus groups. Students will learn the most appropriate uses of foc...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This a 6-week computer class series that will give you the skills you need to use computers and access the internet with confidence. In these slow-paced sessions, you will be able to receive instruction on a different topic each week and ask any questions about technology that you may have. Participants will come away with basic knowledge about computers and the confidence they need to use them! This week we'll take some time to assess the skills we've built and see if there are any topics th...
Community & civic
1 PM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
AI in Research: Driving Innovation Forward Discover how artificial intelligence can streamline workflows, uncover hidden patterns, and empower breakthroughs in your field. Learn practical applications of AI through Odum Institute AIR series that can revolutionize your research process. AI, for example ChatGPT, may be used to carry out some tasks commonly used by social scientists. Examples incl...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
While many people know about Black Mountain College, few know about its farms—both at Blue Ridge and Lake Eden campuses. These farms were started and sustained by (mostly) students, served to save the college money and help build community, and for a while, especially during World War II, supplied the college with most of its food. Significantly, the college learned how to farm from local farmers, including those with the Asheville Farm School (now Warren Wilson College) and the nearby Mounta...
Theater & film
7:30 PM
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Theater & film
7:30 PM
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Dark City Poets Society is a welcoming group of poets at all skill levels and all ages. We meet once a month to share our work and offer feedback in a supportive environment. Free and open to the public.
Theater & film
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival is a unique event that showcases the work of filmmakers from across the world. Join other film lovers who will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge the work of the next generation of filmmakers. This year the screenings will take place in the Ferguson Auditorium on A-B Tech's campus. MANHATTAN SHORT is the only film festival of its kind. Attendees at the Pack Library's screening will vote for Best Film and Best Actor awards. Every short film s...
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
[Libby logo; an open teal book with a girl's head peeking over the top] Did you know that Buncombe County Public Libraries has free access to digital resources through the NC Digital Library using your library card?! The Libby App is where you will find digital audiobooks, e-books, and magazines that you can read on your tablet, kindle, phone, or other device! This monthly introduction is an opportunity to get to know Libby. There will be a brief presentation from 10:30-10:45am, with drop-in...
Dance & fitness
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
A free farmers’ market-style food distribution by MANNA FoodBank, plus community resource connections.
Music & concerts
7 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel
Music & concerts
7 PM
Hellbender by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Hellbender by The Orange Peel
Lifelong learning
10 AM
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu) · Asheville, NC
Asheville area calendar (calendar.unc.edu)
This course will be offered over two mornings (9/30/2026 and 10/2/2026 from 10am – 2pm US Eastern) via Zoom only. Attendance is required as the course will not be recorded. Focus groups are commonly used to capture rich information about attitudes and beliefs. This class will prepare prospective students to organize and moderate focus groups. Students will learn the most appropriate uses of foc...
Music & concerts
Flat Rock Playhouse · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
The Orange Peel
Community & civic
12 AM
Blue Hill Event Center · Asheville, NC
Blue Hill Event Center
Join experts in food allergy research and clinical care as they explore new advances in diagnosis and treatment. The event is designed to raise awareness of the UNC FAI’s research mission, strengthen community partnerships, and create valuable networking opportunities for researchers, allergists, and primary care providers.
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Learn how to save seeds for your garden with NC Extension Master Gardener, Barb Harris.
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Bring your needles or your hooks and join us for some friendly company as you work on your current project. No registration necessary; just come by the Skyland Library community room with a love of yarn! Please note this is not a class -- we welcome knitters and crocheters of all skill levels, but there might not be anyone on hand to teach the basics if you've never tried before. Feel free to come and chat or observe, though!
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
7:30 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Summer Sewing Series is a partnership with Pack Library and local fashion house, House of Sconiers. Over the course of this series participants will learn how to use a sewing machine and begin to sew simple garments of their own. In this class participants will create a beginner-friendly pull-on knit skirt using New Look Pattern 6288 (View A) while learning pattern layout, cutting, garment assembly, waistband construction, and finishing techniques. This class is designed for adventurous b...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Come to Pack Library on the first or third Tuesday of the month between 3:30 and 6:00 to receive help solving a tech-related problem. We are available to assist both Spanish and English speakers. We can work together on the library's computers or your device.
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Our friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with beginning and intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking for a supportive chance to practice and sharpen their skills. We use discussion prompts, and ice breaker games to help enhance everyone's comprehension and comfort level. Come give it a try!
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This is a low-key community crafting circle, where we listen to an audio short story while we work. Audiobook TBD!
Dance & fitness
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join Barbara Schauer, founder and lead teacher of our beloved Weaverville Yogafor this gentle and invigorating practice at the Weaverville Library. Barbara will be offering Yoga for Balance the first and third Tuesdays of every month from 1-2 PM. All skill levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. Bring a yoga mat if you have one but we have extras to share if you don't. HUGE thanks to Barbara and to the Friends of the Weaverville Libraryfor sponsoring this wonderful series!
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This a 6-week computer class series that will give you the skills you need to use computers and access the internet with confidence. In these slow-paced sessions, you will be able to receive instruction on a different topic each week and ask any questions about technology that you may have. Participants will come away with basic knowledge about computers and the confidence they need to use them! This week is our final class; we'll use this time to revisit any topics that we need some extra in...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Book Club meets on the second Thursday of every month. Upcoming titles: [call 828-250-4756 for titles]
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for creative writing online! We meet on Zoom for several rounds of writing prompts. The group is simple - we just write and read our writing to each other. This is a supportive and fun environment that gets your creative juices flowing with low stakes and lots of fun. Writers with all levels of experience are invited to join. Email anna.booraem@buncombecounty.org for the link to the online meeting.
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Fun with fiber! Join others who share your interest and enthusiasm the second Thursday evening of each month at the Fairview Library. This is a monthly gathering of those who enjoy knitting, crocheting, or other fiber crafts, and hanging out with new friends! This is not an instructional group, but newcomers are most welcome. Come ready to meet fun people!
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Dance & fitness
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets online on the second Thursday of each month at 6PM and in person on the second Friday of each month at 11AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome! Email jen.waite@buncombenc.gov to register and receive the meeting link. The Sky Club by Terry Roberts is our October book. Jo Salter, a young woman from the North Carolina mountains, rebuilds her life in Asheville after her mother’s death, forg...
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
Asheville Music Hall · Asheville, NC
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Learn about artists and their work, and get to dabble in a variety of media. Participants will leave each session with work of their own creation.
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets online on the second Thursday of each month at 6PM and in person on the second Friday of each month at 11AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome! The Sky Club by Terry Roberts is our October book. Jo Salter, a young woman from the North Carolina mountains, rebuilds her life in Asheville after her mother’s death, forging a future no one could have predicted. A mathematical prodigy who sees...
Music & concerts
7 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Michael Reno Harrell’s natural knack for storytelling comes as a direct result of where he is from, the Southern Appalachian Mountains where storytelling is as much a part of the culture as its music. His original stories and songs intertwine seamlessly into narratives that demonstrate that we all share common emotions and experiences and that nothing brings us together like a good laugh or a touch of nostalgia. Michael’s stories, songs and artworks reflect not only the southern experience, b...
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Come to the Oakley Library and have fun making paper mandala window art! On Saturday, October 10th from 2:00pm-3:30pm, drop-in to the library to create a mosaic-style mandala window art piece. Supplies are limited, so we will be working on projects while supplies last. Let's craft together!
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
Revival Asheville · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
8 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Outdoors & nature
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Classes & arts
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Quilters of all ages welcome! Bring your own sewing machine and project or work on a community project. Snacks not provided, but we encourage you to bring a bag lunch. Drop in any time to participate.
Music & concerts
8 PM
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Music & concerts
7 PM
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Hellbenders by The Orange Peel
Music & concerts
7 PM
Hellbender by The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Hellbender by The Orange Peel
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This month we're discussing Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green. Members can attend on second Wednesday OR on the following Thursday of each month at 1 pm in the Community Room at the library to discuss the book. Newcomers welcome!
Theater & film
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Come play Magic the Gathering at Pack Library. Magic the Gathering is a collectible card game with hundreds of millions of players all over the world. All players aged 9-15 are welcome. No experience necessary. Free cards will be given to all attendees! Test your skills and trade cards with your friends.
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Pack Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets the second Wednesday of each month at 10:30AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. The book for October 2026 is The Great Divide by Cristina Henríquez. Newcomers are always welcome!
Lifelong learning
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Music & concerts
7 PM
The Orange Peel · Asheville, NC
Community & civic
Buncombe County Public Libraries · Asheville, NC
Buncombe County Public Libraries
This month we're discussing Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green. Members can attend on second Wednesday OR on the following Thursday of each month at 1 pm in the Community Room at the library to discuss the book. Newcomers welcome!
