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X-WR-CALNAME:Asheville · education · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mixed Metal Mountain Bracelet DTSTART:20260904T140000Z DTEND:20260925T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T061951Z UID:96173-1788516000-1790339400@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios in downtown Asheville for a hands-on brass and silver bracelet workshop. You’ll choose your design\, then solder (yep with a torch)\, sand\, polish\, and more. By the end\, y ou’ll leave feeling rather accomplished\, having created your own piece using traditional metalsmithing tools and techniques—all guided by a ski lled instructor. This is a great couples activity\, unique bachelorette ex perience\, team building event\, or solo excursion in downtown AVL. *Works hop takes 2.5 hours +/- **Ages 12-14 A parent/guardian must sign safety wa iver and also take the workshop ***Ages 15-17 must have a parent or guardi an sign the safety waiver $185/person LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T061951Z LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 2880 1 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/mixed-metal-mountain-bracelet-4 /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Laurel of Asheville X-SOURCE-URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/events/today END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hammered Wide Band Ring DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260926T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260831T001916Z UID:96178-1788602400-1790424900@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite’s fabulous instructors wil l take you through the process step by step including soldering\, shaping\ , hammering\, and finishing your ring. These also make great wedding bands ! Come make your own wedding bands (or each other’s) in our fully equipp ed studio. Or just take this as a fun make-and-take in our amazing maker s pace. This class is a little taste of what it’s like to make jewelry as a profession. You’ll leave with a beautiful ring made to size in our dow ntown Asheville metalsmithing studio. $120 includes all materials Arrive 1 5 minutes early to sign the safety waiver and get settled. *Convenient par king is available just below the studio in either the Harrah’s Parking G arage or Rankin Parking Garage\, 1st hour is free! LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T001916Z LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 2880 1 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/hammered-wide-band-ring-8/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Laurel of Asheville X-SOURCE-URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/events/today END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Organic Crop Management Virtual Series DTSTART:20260914T223000Z DTEND:20261006T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221444Z UID:38151-1789410600-1791230400@asapconnections.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Organic Crop Management is a FREE webinar series led by local farmers and agricultural resource specialists. Growers will gain the tools to manage soil health\, weeds\, pests\, and diseases for the whole farm. Each session also addresses standards and record-keeping requirements for applying for and maintaining Organic Certification. \nSchedule:\nAll sessi ons are Monday evenings with one noted exception. \nSeptember 14- Organic Soil Management w/ Mary Carroll Dodd (Red Scout Farm)\nSeptember 23* (Wedn esday) – Organic Weed Management w/ Christopher Peterson (Franklin Farm Hub)\nSeptember 28 – Organic Pest Management w/ Tom Elmore (Thatchore Fa rm)\nOctober 5 – Managing & Preventing Plant Diseases w/. Steven Beltram (TendWell Farm) LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221444Z LOCATION:Online/Virtual URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/organic-crop-management-vi rtual-series/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ashevill e-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:ASAP Connections X-SOURCE-URL:https://asapconnections.org/find-local-food/farmers-markets/a sheville-city-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Golf Ball Marker/Jewelry Making Drop-In Workshop DTSTART:20260915T150000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060825Z UID:96188-1789470000-1789819200@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:education,sports DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios and create a custom golf bal l marker—or a unique piece of jewelry to commemorate your visit! Choose from special golf-themed stamps and create something that reflects your ow n style. Pricing starts at $25 for a brass ball marker\, or upgrade to sil ver and/or personalize it including sterling silver\, gemstones\, and more . Whether you’re a golf lover or simply looking for a fun\, hands-on cre ative experience\, you’ll leave with something you made yourself—and s omething you’ll love to keep! This is a Drop-In Workshop available Sept 15/16th/17th Tuesday-Thursday 11-4 and also Saturday Sept 19th from 1-4! LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060825Z LOCATION:Ignite Jewelry Studios\, 84 W Walnut St Unit A\, Asheville\, 2880 1 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/golf-ball-marker-jewelry-making -drop-in-workshop/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ash eville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Laurel of Asheville X-SOURCE-URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/events/today END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saman Majeed\,  Ph. D. — Forensic Science & Law DTSTART:20260917T040000Z DTEND:20260917T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T184328Z UID:10000138-1789603200-1789650000@www.unca.edu CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:The Interdisciplinary Studies Guest Speaker Series kicks off w ith Professor Saman Majeed\, Ph. D.\, who will discuss the connection betw een forensic science and the legal system. Head to the Mullen & James Huma nities Hall to learn more about how forensic science can inform investigat ions\, evidence\, and the pursuit of justice. This event is presented by t he Department of Interdisciplinary Studies and UNC Asheville’s Law\, Eth ics\, and Social Policy program. \nThis is the first of three events in th e Fall 2026 Interdisciplinary Studies Guest Speaker Series. Additional eve nts include a discussion from Guest Speaker David Firestein on September 3 0 and a presentation from Professor Austin Hooe\, Ph. D. on November 5. \n   \nAbout Saman Majeed\, Ph. D. \nMajeed graduated as a Pharmacist from T he University of Faisalabad\, in Pakistan\, where she originally came from . Then\, after gaining valuable experience working as a Quality Control Ph armacist in a pharmaceutical industry\, Majeed completed a Master’s degr ee in Biochemistry at the University of Agriculture\, Pakistan. Afterward\ , she joined the Narcotics Department at the Punjab Forensic Science Agenc y (PFSA) as a Forensic Scientist\, where Majeed analyzed more than 1\,600 cases over a span of nearly three years and testified at court trials as a n expert witness. Later\, as a Ph.D. graduate student at Texas Tech Univer sity\, she worked in Dr. Elka R. Georgieva’s research group. When Majeed is not in the classroom or research lab\, she likes to spend time with he r family\, read fiction\, and travel around to explore nature. \nAccessibi lity\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of o ur events. If you have any questions about access or would like to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in the film screenings\, please contact Stephanie Bullick\, Director of Acce ssibility\, at accessibility@unca.edu. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T184328Z URL:https://www.unca.edu/event/saman-majeed-ph-d-forensic-science-law/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:UNC Asheville X-SOURCE-URL:https://go.unca.edu/campus-rec/esports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NTDC Training DTSTART:20260917T130000Z DTEND:20260917T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221455Z UID:cae3vsalalu4omsihfdvjatd14@google.com CATEGORIES:education LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221455Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Master Staff Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ffa-nc.org/events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:E Period DTSTART:20260917T142000Z DTEND:20260917T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T001956Z UID:10050948-1789640400-1789644600@www.ashevilleschool.org CATEGORIES:education LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T001956Z URL:https://www.ashevilleschool.org/event/e-period/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Asheville School X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ashevilleschool.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Geology of the Blue Ridge Field Class DTSTART:20260917T150000Z DTEND:20260917T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221453Z UID:1778780019722-1789642800-1789664400@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Geology of the Blue Ridge Field Class\nwith Anton DuMars \nThu rsday\, September 17  |  11am – 5pm \nBRN – Core \nRegister Here!\n   \nOn this Field Experience\, we will observe and interpret evidence of Appalachian mountain-building events. Participants can put their hands on a 380+/- million-year-old pluton and observe their post-uplift weathering\ , jointing\, and exfoliation. In addition\, participants observe and inter pret river processes\, transport\, and depositional environments of sedime nts derived from up-gradient sources. The experience includes on-site geol ogic map reading and interpretation. \nThis off-site program has stops in the Pisgah Forest near Brevard NC along The Pisgah Highway including Danie l Ridge and the Davidson River. \nThis program provides transportation to and from the class location using our minibus. We will meet at the Arboret um and return to the Arboretum. If you prefer to meet us there\, you will want to let us know and we will tell you where to meet. \nThis program wi ll take place outside and will follow easy to moderate trails. Dress for t he weather and prepare to be outside for the entire program time. \nAnton DuMars\, a resident of Black Mountain\, NC\, is an adjunct professor at th e College of Charleston. His geological interests include fluvial\, deltai c\, and coastal processes. Ideally\, he’s spending time on a hiking trai l or aboard his sailboat. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo co de upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation @ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Educa tion Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our F AQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provi de. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Educ ation Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arbo retum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221453Z URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/geology-of-the-blue-ridge-field-class-2/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Carolina Arboretum X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncarboretum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ASC - Body Doubling DTSTART:20260917T183000Z DTEND:20260917T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T182134Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53974510922239 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:ASC body doubling is an event where students can arrive at the ASC hub to freely find academic support. Students may aquire staff from A cademic Support Crew to teach soft skills involving a bunch of things to d o with academics. They are personally trained to navigate a student's spec ific needs and are FERPA complaint to ensure academic integridy. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T182134Z LOCATION:Jensen Hall\, First Floor\, in the study circle with the chairs a nd couches outside of 106-107 URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/asc-body-doubling?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Warren Wilson College Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Constitution Day Celebration DTSTART:20260917T193000Z DTEND:20260917T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T004301Z UID:10000140-1789659000-1789662600@www.unca.edu CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Constitution Day with fellow Bulldogs in the Mullen & James Humanities Hall! Led by Associate Professor of History Alvis Dunn\ , the talk will also explore the history of Constitution Day\, along with ideas about citizenship\, American identity\, and constitutional democracy . Dean Tim Channell will provide welcoming remarks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Accessibility\nUNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or would like to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full parti cipation in the film screenings\, please contact Stephanie Bullick\, Direc tor of Accessibility\, at accessibility@unca.edu. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T004301Z URL:https://www.unca.edu/event/constitution-day-celebration/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:UNC Asheville X-SOURCE-URL:https://go.unca.edu/campus-rec/esports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Farming on Leased Land Webinar DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260917T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221444Z UID:38148-1789664400-1789669800@asapconnections.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:For both farmers and landowners! Learn about strategies to fin d farmland to lease and best practices for leasing farmland\, including le ase agreements. We’ll also discuss different ways to find farmers to lea se your land. Presented by NC Farmlink and NC Cooperative Extension. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221444Z URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/farming-on-leased-land-web inar/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:ASAP Connections X-SOURCE-URL:https://asapconnections.org/find-local-food/farmers-markets/a sheville-city-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ASC - Study With Songs! DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T182134Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53974401288278 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:This event is a social study group with themed music playing d uring the time\, with suggestions to be taken on by attending students to share music interests. Any student is welcome to show up to get studying a nd/or homework done in the socially energetic environment. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T182134Z LOCATION:Jensen Hall\, First Floor\, in the study circle with the chairs a nd couches outside of 106-107 URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/asc-study-with-songs?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Warren Wilson College Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NTDC Training DTSTART:20260918T130000Z DTEND:20260918T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221455Z UID:lbtp8n5bp7mlt7r26ge0o107v8@google.com CATEGORIES:education LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221455Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Master Staff Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ffa-nc.org/events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:How Plants Grow: A Close Look at Plant Growth and Structures DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221453Z UID:1778780019752-1789736400-1789741800@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:How Plants Grow: A Close Look at Plant Growth and Structures\n with Alexandra Holland \nFriday\, September 18  |  1 – 2:30pm \nBRN – Core  |  BREG – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \nBuilding on Beginn ing Botany\, this class examines the variety of plant cells and tissues\, how they are organized to support plant functions\, and how they mature as a plant grows. We’ll explore the structural similarities and difference s between plants as small as a trout lily and as large as a white oak.  P rerequisite:  Beginning Botany \nAlexandra Holland has a passion for gett ing people excited about the natural world through classes\, hikes\, and p hotography.  She graduated from Duke University and earned her master’s degree in botany from the University of Texas at Austin.  While in Texas \, Alexandra managed the UTEX Culture Collection of Algae at UT Austin and volunteered with education programs at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower C enter.  Upon moving to Asheville\, she began volunteering with the NC Arb oretum’s youth education programs.  In 2008 she was in the first class of students to be certified as Blue Ridge Naturalists.   Alexandra teach es botany classes at the NC Arboretum and leads nature hikes in Western NC for groups of all ages. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo cod e upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Educat ion Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FA Qs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete t his scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provid e. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Educa tion Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arbor etum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221453Z URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/how-plants-grow-a-close-look-at-plant-gr owth-and-structures-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign =asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Carolina Arboretum X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncarboretum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Landscape Design Fundamentals (2-sessions) DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221453Z UID:1778780019748-1789736400-1789745400@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Landscape Design Fundamentals (2-sessions)\nwith Jennifer Verp rauskus \nFriday\, September 18  |  1 – 3:30pm \nFriday\, September 25   |  1 – 3:30pm \nBREG – Core \nRegister Here!\n  \nStudents will l earn the fundamentals of landscape design in a two-part class that introdu ces participants to design principles\, site assessment and planning\, amo ng other topics. Gain a better understanding of what comes into play in cr eating and managing sustainable and aesthetically appealing landscapes. We will also brush on some basic permaculture design practices. You will com e away empowered to be more creative\, instinctive\, decisive and purposef ul in understanding good design and more adept at recognizing what’s not . \nJennifer Verprauskus is a North Carolina Licensed Landscape Architect and a Permaculture Design Certificate Holder. She studied Landscape Archit ecture at the University of Massachusetts & Cal Poly. Since graduating\, s he has traveled the world to help people grow trees and their own food. Sh e is the founder of both UpBeet Landscapes and BareRoot Designs\, PLLC. \n ●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questi ons. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North C arolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committe d to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Fac ebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord ! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221453Z URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/landscape-design-fundamentals-2-sessions /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Carolina Arboretum X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncarboretum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Workshop: Sewing Machine Maintenance 101 DTSTART:20260918T213000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T184320Z UID:5s9k4v849n1lc99oesl025uph1@google.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Sold out? Join the waitlist! Your spot on the waitlist helps us understand what our community wants to learn\, making it easier for us to bring popular workshops back again. You might get a spot if one opens u p\, and you'll help shape future programming at the Asheville Tool Library .--Have you ever taken your sewing machine apart? Did you know it’s reco mmended that you clean and oil your machine after every project or every 3 bobbin changes? Most ‘broken’ sewing machines are actually just dirty or dry machines!It can be intimidating to take your machine apart to clea n it\, but that’s what this class is for! Bring your own machine or borr ow one\, just let us know which route you’re taking when you purchase a ticket so we can plan accordingly.If you are bringing your own machine\, i t’s recommended that you bring a copy of your machine’s manual if you have it. You can usually find a copy online by searching your machine’s make and model + “manual.”What's Provided Machines are available to bo rrow from the Tool Library. Availability in the workshop is limited\, so p lease note in your registration whether you have a machine and\, if so\, t he make and model OR if you will need to use one from the Tool Library.Wha t to Wear / Safety Notes No special attire required. Be mindful of needles and pins and respectful of safety notes during class.Skill Level: Beginne r — no experience necessary.Important Workshop Details:Attendees must be 18+Attendees should arrive 15 minutes early to check in.Refunds are only allowed until 72 hours before the event.Bathrooms and refillable water sta tions are available on site.If a class does not reach a sustainable capaci ty\, the instructor may cancel up to 48 hours before the event. In that ca se\, all attendees will receive a full refund.Equitable Access We believe everyone deserves access to hands-on learning opportunities\, regardless o f income. That's why each workshop includes a limited number of Equitable Access seats.To help us share these opportunities widely:Each participant may claim an Equitable Access seat once per quarter (every three months).T hese spots are first-come\, first-served and limited by class size.If you' ve already used an equitable seat this quarter\, we ask that you register at full price so others can benefit.Please only claim these tickets if cos t is truly a barrier for you — this helps ensure that those who need the support most can take part.Questions? Contact us at workshopscoordinator@ ashevilletoollibrary.org.Reserve your spot today. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T184320Z LOCATION:Asheville Tool Library\, 16 Smith Mill Rd\, Asheville\, NC 28806\ , USA X-SOURCE-NAME:Website Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://ashevilletoollibrary.org/events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Intro to Sewing Machine Maintenance DTSTART:20260918T213000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T000852Z UID:97083-1789752600-1789761600@thelaurelofasheville.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Have you ever taken your sewing machine apart? Did you know it ’s recommended that you clean and oil your machine after every project o r every 3 bobbin changes? Most ‘broken’ sewing machines are actually j ust dirty or dry machines! \nIt can be intimidating to take your machine a part to clean it\, but that’s what this class is for! Bring your own mac hine or borrow one\, just let us know which route you’re taking when you purchase a ticket so we can plan accordingly. \nIf you are bringing your own machine\, it’s recommended that you bring a copy of your machine’s manual if you have it. You can usually find a copy online by searching yo ur machine’s make and model + “manual.” LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T000852Z LOCATION:Asheville Tool Library\, 16 Smith Mill Rd\, Asheville\, 28806 URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/event/intro-to-sewing-machine-mainten ance/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Laurel of Asheville X-SOURCE-URL:https://thelaurelofasheville.com/events/today END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Adult Field Course: The Birds of Grandfather Mountain: The Wonders of Migration DTSTART:20260919T120000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000251Z UID:10000730-1789804800-1789826400@www.blueridgeheritage.com CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Grandfather Mountain is an amazing diversity hotspot for breed ing birds in the southern Appalachians with more than 120 species detected during the nesting season. From warblers to hawks to hummingbirds\, migra tion is a wondrous period of the year for birders and nature enthusiasts a like. Taught by Steve Dowlan\, a retired natural resource specialist for t he U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management\, this course provide s the opportunity to visit several locations on the mountain to learn abou t the diversity of migrants\, the timing and mechanics of migration\, and hopefully see dozens of species using Grandfather as a staging area on the ir long flights to Central and South America. Our classroom program will t ake a deeper dive into the science of migration and some of the technology unlocking the secrets of bird movement. Registration opens online on July 20 at 10 a.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000251Z LOCATION:NC URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/adult-field-course-the-birds-o f-grandfather-mountain-the-wonders-of-migration/?utm_source=caldiscovery&u tm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blue Ridge National Heritage Area X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/asheville-art- museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foster parent training DTSTART:20260919T123000Z DTEND:20260919T143000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221455Z UID:ghb1utmvomv6ql4kvin1iciosg@google.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:──────────\nJenn Stout is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89 522657146?jst=2\n\nMeeting chat link\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/89 522657146\n\nMeeting ID: 895 2265 7146\n\n---\n\nOne tap mobile\n+13092053 325\,\,89522657146# US\n+13126266799\,\,89522657146# US (Chicago)\n\n\n--- \n\nJoin by SIP\n• 89522657146@zoomcrc.com\n\nJoin instructions\nhttps:/ /us02web.zoom.us/meetings/89522657146/invitations?signature=kYGr9OFF5hiC4a 3c6yemBDSUuETbYBIycHtTfacBNAc\n\n\n────────── LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221455Z LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89522657146?jst=2 X-SOURCE-NAME:Master Staff Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ffa-nc.org/events-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Monarch Butterfly Day DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T183729Z UID:1778780019717-1789812000-1789830000@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:community,education,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Monarch Butterfly Day\nSeptember 19\, 2026\n10:00 a.m. – 3:0 0 p.m.\nJoin us at The North Carolina Arboretum on Sept 19th for a day ded icated to the Monarch Butterfly!\nEach fall\, the last monarch butterflies of the year pass through Western North Carolina on their incredible migra tion to Mexico. Join us on Saturday\, September 19\, for a day dedicated t o celebrating monarchs\, pollinators\, and the communities that connect us to the outdoors. \nFrom 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.\, enjoy hands-on activitie s with community partners and vendors\, crafts and activities in the Playi ng Woods\, a StoryWalk\, guided pollinator walks\, Lotería\, dance perfor mances\, and more. \nThis year’s Monarch Day is extra special as Latinos Aventureros joins us to celebrate not only the monarchs\, but also their 5th year of connecting communities across North Carolina to the outdoors t hrough bilingual adventures\, health and wellness\, environmental conserva tion\, and youth programs. \nMonarch Day activities are free to attend.\nT he Arboretum’s standard parking fee applies to nonmembers. North Carolin a Arboretum members park free as usual. \nSchedule\n10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m:  Community vendors\, activities & crafts\n10:30 am: Guided Pollinator Wa lk\n11:30 am: Dance Performance: Raíces\n12:30 pm: Lotería Salud y Aven tura at the Education Center Veranda Lawn\n1:30 pm: Dance Performance: M ä Hñäkihu\n2:15 pm: Guided Pollinator Walk \nCome celebrate the remark able journey of the monarch and a shared love of nature\, community\, and belonging! \nSponsored by: LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T183729Z URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/monarch-butterfly-day-4/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Carolina Arboretum X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncarboretum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reptiles of Western North Carolina DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T183725Z UID:1778780019755-1789819200-1789833600@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Reptiles of Western North Carolina\nwith Carlton Burke \nSatur day\, September 19  |  12 – 4pm \nBRN – Core \nRegister Here!\n  \n The Southern Appalachian Mountain region hosts an interesting combination of cold-blooded reptiles\, based largely on various factors such as the di verse mountain elevations and the unique forest and other habitat types. S pecies here range from the endangered and threatened Bog Turtle and Timber Rattlesnake to more common species such as the Black Rat Snake and Northe rn Fence Lizard. Participants in this class will learn about the various r eptile species in western North Carolina\, their life cycles and habitats\ , and threats and conservation efforts in place to protect them. In additi on\, some live mountain reptiles will be joining us as special guests. \nC arlton Burke is a naturalist and educator who operates Carolina Mountain N aturalists\, an educational service which offers wildlife and nature educa tional programs throughout western North Carolina. He also was on the staf f of the western North Carolina Nature Center in Asheville for over 25 yea rs as the Curator of Exhibits. Carlton co-hosts a weekly radio program NAT URE NEWS and is also a NC state and federally licensed wildlife rehabilita tor. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to r eceive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are c ommitted to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the co st of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registratio n here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T183725Z URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/reptiles-of-western-north-carolina-3/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Carolina Arboretum X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncarboretum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Darn it all! An Introduction to Visible Mending DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T000739Z UID:3675 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Darning is a form of visible mending using only a needle and t hread. It can be simple or incredibly ornate\, going beyond repair to crea te something totally one of a kind!\nAttendees should bring an article of clothing or other textile (tote bag\, pillowcase\, etc.) with a hole that needs to be mended. Ideal for this project would be a lightweight fabric p iece (not denim). The workshop will begin with a demonstration of basic da rning. Attendees can then try the technique out for themselves! Embroidery hoops\, thread/floss\, and needles will be provided but supplies are limi ted. Please bring your own if possible! This is a skill that requires some manual dexterity but no previous sewing skills.\nIan Grout (he/him) is a queer vegan activist located in Canton\, NC. He spends his days selling fa ncy eyeglasses\, but his real passion is in fostering community. Along wit h his husband\, Ian hosts a twice-monthly queer vegan brunch in Haywood Co unty\, and can be found the first Wednesday of every month offering free c ommunity notary services at Firestorm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T000739Z LOCATION:1022 Haywood Road\, Asheville NC 28806 URL:http://firestorm.coop/events/3675-darn-it-all-an-introduction-to-visib le-mending.html?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ashevi lle-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Firestorm Books X-SOURCE-URL:https://firestorm.coop/events/2576-asheville-animal-rights-re ading-group.html END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Short Session\, 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTSTAMP:20260829T221452Z UID:10000209-1789862400-1790380799@penland.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:4-day workshops for registered students. (Programming) LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221452Z URL:https://penland.org/event/fall-short-session/?utm_source=caldiscovery& utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Penland School of Craft X-SOURCE-URL:https://penland.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Leading Through Hard Times (Spindale) DTSTART:20260921T130000Z DTEND:20260921T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221447Z UID:10000409-1789981200-1790006400@resourcesforresilience.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Leading through challenges is tough\, but the right tools can help your team keep thriving. Join us for this 7-hour interactive workshop as we explore new ways to manage stress and keep everyone going—no matt er what comes your way. \n\nFREE thanks to the support of North Carolina Community Foundation\nREGISTER HERE to confirm your spot and receive addi tional event details LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221447Z LOCATION:Isothermal Community College\, 286 ICC Loop Rd\, Spindale\, NC 28 160\, Spindale\, NC\, 28160\, United States URL:https://resourcesforresilience.org/event/leading-through-hard-times-sp indale/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Resources For Resilience X-SOURCE-URL:https://resourcesforresilience.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Take Your Humanities & Social Sciences Education Global: Study Abr oad Info Session DTSTART:20260921T140000Z DTEND:20260921T143000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221514Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53363764577014 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in studying abroad but are unsure where to start\, join the Shuford Center for International Education for a brief information session designed specifically for students in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.\n\nDuring this session\, you'll learn abou t the study abroad process\, available scholarships and funding opportunit ies\, and how international experiences can support your academic\, person al and professional goals. We'll also highlight study abroad opportunities that align well with majors in criminal justice\, history\, philosophy\, political science\, psychology\, religious studies\, sociology and Spanish .\n\nWhether you're considering a semester abroad\, a summer program\, an internship or a faculty-led experience\, this session will help you explor e options that fit your degree plan and budget. Learn how you can earn aca demic credit\, gain valuable intercultural skills and enhance your résum é while exploring the world.\n\nStudents\, faculty\, and staff are welcom e to attend. Bring your questions and discover how studying abroad can bec ome part of your academic journey. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221514Z LOCATION:Cromer Center\, Fireside Room URL:https://calendar.lr.edu/event/take-your-humanities-social-sciences-edu cation-global-study-abroad-info-session?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium =ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Lenoir-Rhyne University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.lr.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Genealogy for Beginners DTSTART:20260921T170000Z DTEND:20260921T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221457Z UID:1jm6p4v2r0vf6l4729nmm8674g@google.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Genealogy Room at the Wilkes County Library to lea rn how to start researching your family history. The Wilkes Genealogical S ociety will be providing an overview of genealogical research and share so me of the resources we have at the library. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221457Z X-SOURCE-NAME:wilkescountyarl@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.arlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:YS Reading Tutorials (res. & form req. See Debbie) DTSTART:20260921T193000Z DTEND:20260921T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221457Z UID:6hj2h9m5uvhfqr75ipcoaaf4cu@google.com CATEGORIES:education LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221457Z X-SOURCE-NAME:wataguacountyarl@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.arlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sept 21st MIH Rehearsal at Mission DTSTART:20260921T220000Z DTEND:20260922T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T073845Z UID:event_316565899@meetup.com CATEGORIES:education,music DESCRIPTION:Men in Harmony\nWith Men in Harmony at our a cappella vocal wo rkshops\, you can explore your vocal abilities by joining us for an intera ctive session that covers vocal training\, a cappella techniques\, and gro up singing tips. Our experienced director will guide you through the basic s of harmonizing\, breath control\, and performance skills. Get ready to d iscover the joy of making music together in a supportive environment. Come join us for an evening of fun songs and tags!\n**LOCATION\, DAY and TIME! **\n**Come early for Barbershop Polecats and tag singing!!**\n\nMission Ca ncer Center\, 21 Hospital Drive. NOT the main Hospital!\n**Entrance to bui lding parking is** on the Right side of the building\, off Hamiton St. An **immediate LEFT is** where the BIG Parking lot is located. Come into the building **on the floor level**\, into the lobby and there is a corridor o n the right where the conference rooms are. **We'll be rehearsing in confe rence room R122.**\n**NOTE: Please be on time as the outer doors will be l ocked after we start rehearsal.** LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T073845Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/men-in-harmony/events/316565899/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Men in Harmony END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Counseling (M.A.) Livestream DTSTART:20260922T160000Z DTEND:20260922T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260908T183307Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53691683086665 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Graduate Admission Counselor Brooke King will answer any quest ions you may have about LR's Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling programs. LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T183307Z URL:https://calendar.lr.edu/event/counseling-ma-livestream-551?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Lenoir-Rhyne University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.lr.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Garden Open Cabin DTSTART:20260922T200000Z DTEND:20260922T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T182134Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53973573135641 CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday 4pm-6pm! Come down to the Garden for a workshop\ , community meal\, or craft night! LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T182134Z LOCATION:Garden Cabin URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/garden-open-cabin-4131?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Warren Wilson College Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Pride Generation Plus Thrive Lunch and Learn DTSTART:20260923T160000Z DTEND:20260923T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260728T155959Z UID:http://uid.trumba.com/event/174443964 CATEGORIES:community,education,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join Us!  Our Thrive sessions will be a space for LGBTQ+ Elde rs (age 55+) to share a meal with peers and engage in an educational or we llness-focused workshop.  For more information\, please contact Luna Brit t at lbritt@blueridgepride.org. LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T155959Z LOCATION:Blue Ridge Pride Office (new location)
1330 Patton Ave Suite A \, Asheville\, NC 28806 X-SOURCE-NAME:Buncombe County Government X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/nc/asheville/buncombe- county/government/county/buncombe-county-government/asheville/local/event/ facilities/programs/buncombe-county-government END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Health Education Leading to Prevention (HELP) Program DTSTART:20260923T160000Z DTEND:20260923T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260728T155959Z UID:http://uid.trumba.com/event/163413345 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Health Education Leading to Prevention (HELP) Program - The th ird and fourth Wednesdays\, 12 pm - 1 pm. In partnership with Shiloh Commu nity Association\, IFPHA\, and Avery Health Education & Consulting LLC led by Kathey Avery\, these classes focus on the self-management of chronic d isease and diabetes as well as maintaining a healthy and well-balanced lif estyle. No pre-registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T155959Z LOCATION:Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center\, 121 Shiloh Road\, Ashevil le X-SOURCE-NAME:Buncombe County Government X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/nc/asheville/buncombe- county/government/county/buncombe-county-government/asheville/local/event/ facilities/programs/buncombe-county-government END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Long-term Effects of Hurricane Helene on Southern Appalachian Ecos ystems DTSTART:20260923T170000Z DTEND:20260923T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T183607Z UID:1778780019756-1790168400-1790175600@ncarboretum.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Long-term Effects of Hurricane Helene on Southern Appalachian Ecosystems\nwith Dan Lazar \nWednesday\, September 23  |  1 pm – 3 pm \nBRN – Core  |  BREG – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \nIt has been two years since hurricane Helene ravaged the ecosystems of Western North C arolina\, uprooting trees and causing major flooding along mountain rivers and streams. How have the animals and plants of the affected areas respon ded to this historic event?  Where do songbirds go to escape hurricane wi nds?  How can fish and aquatic invertebrates tolerate such massive floodi ng?  What factors determine which trees are toppled and which survive?  We will investigate the long-term effects of Hurricane Helene on the natur al plant and animal communities of Western North Carolina during this illu strated lecture followed by a short walk on Arboretum grounds to observe t he ongoing recovery of hurricane-damaged areas. \nDan Lazar served for man y years as the director of education at the Western North Carolina Nature Center\, followed by several years as executive director of the Colburn Ea rth Science Museum. Dan has a degree in forest biology from the State Univ ersity of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry and has b een an instructor in the Blue Ridge Naturalist program since 2005. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Caroli na Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a clas s is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n ●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to t he ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T183607Z URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/long-term-effects-of-hurricane-helene-on -southern-appalachian-ecosystems/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&u tm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Carolina Arboretum X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncarboretum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:What's the Role of Faith When the World is On Fire? DTSTART:20260923T200000Z DTEND:20260923T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221514Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53806397285376 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join Revs. Jessica Rigel of Warren WIlson Chapel and David Bla ck of First Presbyterian Church\, Chicago in the library loft on Wednesday \, September 23rd for a confersation about the role of faith in addressing the realities of our present moment. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221514Z LOCATION:Pew Learning Center and Ellison Library\, Loft/Mezzanine URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu/event/whats-the-role-of-faith-when-th e-world-is-on-fire?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ash eville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Warren Wilson College Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.warren-wilson.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Composting 101 DTSTART:20260923T210000Z DTEND:20260923T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221444Z UID:38225-1790182800-1790188200@asapconnections.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join Seeds of Solidarity at the Asheville Tool Library to lear n the ins and outs of composting and how to turn food scraps into healthy soil! Beginning with a short presentation\, participants will learn why co mposting matters\, what’s happening inside a compost pile\, and a variet y of composting methods including traditional piles\, tumblers\, bokashi\, and worm bins. \nNext participants will get hands-on with real compost sa mples and learn how to balance “greens” and “browns” to create hea lthy compost as well as how to identify unfinished\, finished\, and anaero bic compost. Finally participants will take an optional tour of the Seeds of Solidarity greenhouse and learn about plans for their future composting system. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221444Z LOCATION:Asheville Tool Library\, 16 Smith Mill Road\, Asheville\, 28806\, United States URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/composting-101/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=asheville-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:ASAP Connections X-SOURCE-URL:https://asapconnections.org/find-local-food/farmers-markets/a sheville-city-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Workshop: Composting 101 DTSTART:20260923T210000Z DTEND:20260923T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221447Z UID:6ofopqp22n7fn1m9bom8stuvpk@google.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join co-hosts Carmen & Sarah to learn the ins and outs of comp osting and how to turn food scraps into healthy soil!Beginning with a shor t presentation\, participants will learn why composting matters\, what’s happening inside a compost pile\, and a variety of composting methods inc luding traditional piles\, tumblers\, bokashi\, and worm bins.Next partici pants will get hands-on with real compost samples and learn how to balance “greens” and “browns” to create healthy compost as well as how to identify unfinished\, finished\, and anerobic compost. Finally participan ts will take an optional tour of the Seeds of Solidarity greenhouse and le arn about their composting system.Expect to leave with a better understand ing of the composting process\, the confidence to start (or improve) your own system at home\, and a copy of the presentation.What to Wear / Safety Notes: Wear closed toed shoes.Skill Level: Beginner & IntermediateImportan t Workshop Details:Attendees must be 18+Attendees should arrive 15 minutes early to check in.Refunds are only allowed until 72 hours before the even t.Bathrooms and refillable water stations are available on site. We have a fridge on site to store any meals or snacks\, participants are able to st ep away to eat or drink at any time.If a class does not reach a sustainabl e capacity\, the instructor may cancel up to 48 hours before the event. In that case\, all attendees will receive a full refund.Equitable Access We believe everyone deserves access to hands-on learning opportunities\, rega rdless of income. That's why each workshop includes a limited number of Eq uitable Access seats.To help us share these opportunities widely:Each part icipant may claim an Equitable Access seat once per quarter (every three m onths).These spots are first-come\, first-served and limited by class size .If you've already used an equitable seat this quarter\, we ask that you r egister at full price so others can benefit.Please only claim these ticket s if cost is truly a barrier for you — this helps ensure that those who need the support most can take part.Questions? Contact us at workshopscoor dinator@ashevilletoollibrary.org.Reserve your spot today. ---Sold out? Jo in the waitlist! Your spot on the waitlist helps us understand what our co mmunity wants to learn\, making it easier for us to bring popular workshop s back again. You might get a spot if one opens up\, and you'll help shape future programming at the Asheville Tool Library. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221447Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Website Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://ashevilletoollibrary.org/events-calendar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR