Disabled Jewish Farmers Zoom Meeting
Calling all Disabled Jewish Farmers! We’d love for you to join our community of disabled (or crip, Deaf*, mad, mentally ill, neurodivergent, chronic pain, chronically ill, etc) folks to gush and kvell** at our magic while sharing what it’s like to be a farmer (or to *want* to be a farmer) as disabled people—the woes, frustrations, victories, and connections we have with the land. We gather monthly with rotating facilitators and would love for you to join our next call!
Every month there will be a community-led skillshare on a topic such as animal care, hypermobility, or body/land liberation from a disabled Jewish farmer perspective.
New Queer Book Club
Youth OUTright presents their brand-new Queer Book Club! A book club for queer youth ages 11-24. This session they’ll be reading "The Spirit Bares Its Teeth" by Andrew Joseph White.
To be as accessible as possible, there will be two options to meet for the book club! They’ll be meeting virtually on Discord on May 28th from 4pm-6pm and in-person on June 14th from 4pm-5:30 pm at Firestorm Books! The book club will meet monthly on Discord and in-person dates are TBD after their first meeting in June.
Sign Up Required for the book club here - https://givebutter.com/BKCB
Request a free copy of the book here which you can pick up either at a Wednesday Program or directly from Firestorm Books -https://forms.gle/RYS6shwYGUqmACuSA
Disabled Jewish Farmers Zoom Meeting
Calling all Disabled Jewish Farmers! We’d love for you to join our community of disabled (or crip, Deaf*, mad, mentally ill, neurodivergent, chronic pain, chronically ill, etc) folks to gush and kvell** at our magic while sharing what it’s like to be a farmer (or to *want* to be a farmer) as disabled people—the woes, frustrations, victories, and connections we have with the land. We gather monthly with rotating facilitators and would love for you to join our next call!
Every month there will be a community-led skillshare on a topic such as animal care, hypermobility, or body/land liberation from a disabled Jewish farmer perspective.
Earth Guardians Master Class
Earth Guardians promotes youth leadership in the environmental movement, especially among marginalized groups, by utilizing education, training, community building, and direct action - shifting power into the hands of the next generation.
Their Regional Crews Councilors host their Master Classes to bring you the most relevant, tailored, and impactful lessons needed to take action!
Contact the Crews Director for the registration link : crews@earthguardians.org
April Tourism Development Authority Meeting
At this meeting, the TDA will vote to accept the LIFT committee’s funding recommendations (or not), and we will know if the TDA is supporting the community’s ask for funds to be used for affordable housing.
Please note: public comment at these meetings happens AFTER board business and votes. If you want to speak to the TDA, you will need to email or attend an earlier meeting to make your comment.
Meeting details and more info HERE.
Asheville Prison Books Packaging Party
Asheville PRISON BOOKS sends books to folks who are locked up because it's a way to reach through the bars and show solidarity with the people trapped behind them
Gather from 1 to 3pm to wrap and address packages of books for mailing April 20th. Learn more here : https://avlpb.org/help/
Virtual Racial Justice Workshop
YWCA Asheville is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, nurturing children, and promoting health
Join the YWCA in a 3-Part Racial Justice Workshop that explores anti-Black racism, overlapping systems of oppression, and racial equity in Asheville and Buncombe County. The workshop will take place over three sessions (4th, 11th and 18th of April), each lasting 90 minutes. Please make sure that your schedule allows for you to attend all 3 sessions when you register.
Link to register : https://ywcaofasheville.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkf-irpzkvGdcB3PUrA_DA4lXDmlygmSfs#/registration
Virtual Racial Justice Workshop
YWCA Asheville is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, nurturing children, and promoting health
Join the YWCA in a 3-Part Racial Justice Workshop that explores anti-Black racism, overlapping systems of oppression, and racial equity in Asheville and Buncombe County. The workshop will take place over three sessions (4th, 11th and 18th of April), each lasting 90 minutes. Please make sure that your schedule allows for you to attend all 3 sessions when you register.
Link to register : https://ywcaofasheville.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkf-irpzkvGdcB3PUrA_DA4lXDmlygmSfs#/registration
12 Baskets Café / Tech Support
Tech Tuesday 3/12/24! Jensen will be providing tech support and teaching for computers, smartphones, and tablets.
The 12 Baskets Café is hosting the event here : 610 Haywood RoadAsheville, NC, 28806United States. Check their page for more events : https://www.ashevillepovertyinitiative.org/new-events
Disabled Jewish Farmers Zoom Meeting
Calling all Disabled Jewish Farmers! We’d love for you to join our community of disabled (or crip, Deaf*, mad, mentally ill, neurodivergent, chronic pain, chronically ill, etc) folks to gush and kvell** at our magic while sharing what it’s like to be a farmer (or to *want* to be a farmer) as disabled people—the woes, frustrations, victories, and connections we have with the land. We gather monthly with rotating facilitators and would love for you to join our next call!
Every month there will be a community-led skillshare on a topic such as animal care, hypermobility, or body/land liberation from a disabled Jewish farmer perspective.
Free Clay Cass for LGBTQIA+ Youth !
All Together Art and Odyssey Clayworks are pleased to offer an 8 week clay class for LGBTQIA+ teens, ages 13 to 16. Enjoy Odyssey ClayWorks state of the art clay facilities, meet new friends, and explore the studio in a fun, upbeat, and safe studio environment. You can try the potter’s wheel, coil build a vase, or try sculpting your favorite animal. Come with your own ideas and we’ll bring those to life, too! This class is free of charge and materials are included !
Location : 236 Clingman Ave Ext, Asheville, NC 28801
www.alltogetherart.org
WNC Repair Cafe
“We Fix It For Free !”
WNC Repair Cafe organizes repair events hosted by the Asheville Tool Library and Buncombe County libraries.They will be fixing nearly anything you might find in your house: small appliances, lamps and other electrical items, tools, furniture, heirlooms, some electronics, small engines, bicycles, and more for free !
Location : Asheville Tool Library, 16 Smith Mill Rd, Asheville.
The Frontlines Against Green Capitalism
Firestorm is having a virtual event ! Drawing from contemporary frontline struggles against colonialism and ecocide, author Xander Dunlap reveals the failures of mainstream debate around climate change. In conversation with translator Carlos Tornel, this event will explore energy justice, capitalist warfare, and decolonization.
If you want more info : https://firestorm.coop/events/3186-the-frontlines-against-green-capitalism.html
Virtual Racial Justice Workshop
YWCA Asheville is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, nurturing children, and promoting health
Join the YWCA in a 3-Part Racial Justice Workshop that explores anti-Black racism, overlapping systems of oppression, and racial equity in Asheville and Buncombe County. The workshop will take place over three sessions (4th, 11th and 18th of April), each lasting 90 minutes. Please make sure that your schedule allows for you to attend all 3 sessions when you register.
Link to register : https://ywcaofasheville.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkf-irpzkvGdcB3PUrA_DA4lXDmlygmSfs#/registration
Asheville Poverty Initiative Orientation for New Volunteers
Join the 12 Baskets Café/Asheville Poverty Initiative on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am for an orientation with their Executive Director Dr. Ben Williamson.
Ben will lead an orientation session specifically designed for those new to volunteering at 12 Baskets Café. Learn about their mission, the impact they make, and how you can play a crucial role in serving the community. Following the orientation, new volunteers will have the opportunity to immediately apply their knowledge during a volunteer shift from 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM. This is a hands-on experience to actively contribute to their mission of addressing poverty and fostering a sense of community
Here’s the link to sign up : https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0445AEAB2AA0F94-47301596-newvolunteer#/
Beacon Town Square
Beacon Town Square
Saturday, March 30th from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (EST)
520 Haywood Road Asheville, NC 28806
Come eat, drink, and be merry at Beacon's Spring Town Square event where we will mingle and connect across Asheville’s many communities.
Join us Saturday, March 30th from 12 to 3 pm at One World West in West Asheville. This is an opportunity for locals to learn and share about what’s happening in their communities. Attendees will have an opportunity to make announcements, requests, and offers during our Community Forum portion of the evening.
Donations are requested but not required. Food and drink will be available for purchase.
Caregivers of Non-Binary Youth Virtual Support Group
TransParent’s Caregivers of Non-binary Youth Support Group provides a compassionate and inclusive space for parents and caregivers of non-binary children and young adults. This supportive community offers a unique opportunity for individuals to come together and share experiences from fellow caregivers who understand the unique experience of raising non-binary youth.
For additional information, contact virtual@transparentusa.org
Finding Your Future in Food Systems Webinar Series
Are you an emerging food systems professional? Are you in career transition, seeking a job in community food work? This series is for you! Finding Your Future in Food Systems provides participants with connections and insights to help them identify next steps for their careers. The series features speakers from job-creating organizations, agencies, and businesses, some working locally in their communities, others with national and international scope. Produced by college students for college students and other emerging professionals.
Learn more and register for the sessions here : https://www.foodsystemsnetwork.org/events.php
Self-Love Self-Portrait Workshop
Youth OUTright organize free in-person after school programs for queer and trans youth ages 11-18, for social emotional learning, peer support, education on racial justice, gender, justice, disability justice and more!
Visit youthoutright.org/weekly-programs to join!
Farm to School Toolkit Training by Growing Minds
Join Growing Minds for a virtual training session to support educators interested in implementing our new farm to school resource: “I Tried Local...” A Toolkit for Engaging Kids with Local Food and Farms. the Toolkit, hear success stories from farm to school champions across the state, and brainstorm ways you can start using it in your classroom.
In this training you will learn about the different components of the Toolkit, hear success stories from farm to school champions across the state, and brainstorm ways you can start using it in your classroom.
This toolkit is designed for use in early care and education (ECE) through second grade, and is divided into 10 units based on crops growing locally in North Carolina. All are welcome no matter what your experience with farm to school is!
Register here to reserve your spot : https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcuypqzwuHdz1XTL5NwNHQ5NQ4hYCDRqR#/registration
A Free Palestine Frees Us All: Poetry Fundraiser for Gaza Mutual Aid
Poetry Reading, Crafts, Altar Space, Raffle, Food
5:30 pm: co-create our space with poppy flower crafts (all materials provided)6:30-8:30 pm: poetry reading$10-$20 suggested donation, but no one turned away for lack of funds !All ages welcome!Masks required
Location : Firestorm Books, 1022 Haywood Rd, Asheville
TransParents/Caregivers Support Group
TransParent’s Parents/ Caregivers Support Group is split into breakout rooms, tailored to ensure that caregivers can engage with others who share similar experiences and concerns. These breakout rooms are categorized by age group: 11 and under, 12-15, 16-19, and 20+.
For additional information, please contact virtual@transparentusa.org or see https://transparentusa.org/chapters-usa-virtual/
Youth OUTright Peer Support
Topic : Getting Through as a Queer Youth
Peer support space where we will talk about our feelings, struggles, and experiences. This first topic is broad and general and invites any and all specific experiences and topics within queer youth struggle. At the end of this session we will decide next months topic of discussion. Food provided, free event. QT2S and questioning youth ages 11-18 welcome.
https://givebutter.com/M13PSmc_cid=f926ec0006&mc_eid=994a03d84d
TransParent’s Father/Masculine Parent Support Group
TransParent’s Father/Masculine Parent Support Group provides a dedicated space for fathers and masculine parents of transgender and gender-expansive children and young adults to come together, share experiences, and offer one another support.
To join the group, contact virtual@transparentusa.org
For more info : https://transparentusa.org/chapters-usa-virtual/
National Child and Adult Care Food Program Week
The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Week, hosted annually by the National CACFP Sponsors Association, aims to raise awareness of how the USDA's Child and Adult Care Food Program works to combat hunger. This program brings healthy foods to tables across the country for children in child care centers, homes and afterschool, as well as for adults in day care. This is a great opportunity to thank your legislators for their support of CACFP—visit our action center here to send a message letting them know that their constituents are farm to school and ECE stakeholders who appreciate this current and future support!
Additionally, you can get involved by spreading awareness through various channels: download resources from the campaign page to share in your community, participate in the Social Media Challenge for a chance to win $100, submit your CACFP Week activities for recognition, and join webinars throughout the week covering important topics related to the program.
Learn more here : https://www.cacfp.org/national-cacfp-week-main/
Open Hearts Art Center Talent Show
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of jaw-dropping performances at the Open Hearts Talent Show!
Prepare to be amazed as talented OHAC community members showcase their skills on stage. This event promises to be a feast for the senses! Whether you're a fan of heart-stirring vocal performances, mesmerizing dance moves, or good old fashioned rock n' roll, the Talent Show has something for everyone.
Grab your friends and family, and join us for an evening filled with laughter, awe, and endless entertainment. Witness the raw talent and passion of our artists as they perform their hearts out!
Location: Asheville Masonic Temple 80 Broadway Street Asheville, NC 28801
https://OpenHeartsTalentShow.eventbrite.com
Asheville Food and Beverage United Open Hours
Do you work in the food and beverage industry and want to talk to an organizer about issues in your workplace? Ready to organize your co-workers to improve your situation but don't know where to start? Asheville Food and Beverage United is here! Drop in during AFBU's "open hours" to talk to an organizer about how to start building a campaign in your workplace.
Asheville Food and Beverage United is the Local 828 of Restaurant Workers United, a worker-led union dedicated to advocacy and organizing for service industry workers in the Asheville area. Learn more at avlfbu.com
Location : Firestorm Books, 1022 Haywood Rd, Asheville
CPR Training With the Community Paramedics at 12 Baskets Café
The Buncombe County Community Paramedics will lead all interested in a CPR training. This training will include hands on practice and demonstration. All are welcome to show up. Please email contact@ashevillepovertyinitiative.org if you are interested in signing up or have any questions.
12 baskets café’s mission is to build community and promote economic justice. Their cafe is a gathering space for people from all walks of life – those experiencing physical hunger, those seeking a sense of belonging, and those eager to contribute
Location : Asheville Poverty Initiative's community space. 610 Haywood Rd. Entrance is in the back, off of State Street.
Young Adult Care Share
Come make some friends and engage in community care by sharing your experiences, questions, and recommendations as QT2S (queer, trans, and/or 2spirit) young adults in Western North Carolina! Safer sex supplies, harm reduction supplies, resources on therapists and gender affirming care providers will be available from Youth OUTright as well as your own wealth of knowledge that may be unwritten or experiential and holds just as much power to care your community
Food provided, free event !
To book your free ticket and/or donate : https://givebutter.com/YACS
Blue Horizons Project Community Council
GreenBuilt Alliance is hosting the Blue Horizons Project Community Council. The BHPCC works to reach 100% renewable energy by 2042, to minimize the worst effects of climate change and to boost the local economy in Asheville and Buncombe County.
The Blue Horizons Project Community Council meets monthly on the 1st Wednesday unless otherwise posted. Meetings at this time are held via Zoom (us02web.zoom.us/j/88276208834 ID: 88276208834)