Are you an artist? Do you work with you hands or with repetitive motions? An artist and educator in her own right, Anna Helgeson brings with her 20 years of experience in yoga. By opening channels showing how to feel one’s own rhythm and center, Anna helps other find connection and calm on the mat. $35, email [email protected] to register. Please BYO mat. Masks are encouraged.

We’ll explore how exercise impacts physical and cognitive function and emotional wellbeing in older adults that will motivate and inspire you to get moving and continue to move throughout the years. We’ll also spend 10-15 minutes performing moderate, rhythmic movement patterns to music designed to energize and stimulate the body, brain and heart. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, bring a water bottle.

Tours of St. John in the Wilderness are sponsored and led by a team of volunteer docents who seek to tell the story of our historic parish. Tours are held every third Saturday of the month at 11:00am and last about one hour.

There is no cost to tour the churchyard. Please wear comfortable shoes, and meet in the Carriage Entrance of the church. Space is limited to 30 people per tour

Before you even begin thinking about volunteering, ask yourself – Am I well enough to volunteer?

Your safety and limiting the spread of COVID-19 is everyone’s main priority. We encourage you to review and adhere to the recommendations on the Buncombe County readiness site on how best to avoid COVID-19 and what to do if you think you might have it.

Bounty & Soul is a community-based non-profit with a mission to connect people to food, education and each other. 

Like to get creative and crafty? Enjoy preparing fun educational games for children? We invite you to be a part of this small, sweet, and  intentional shift that directly supports our Kids Programming. We are looking to have 1-2 folks join us Mondays from 1:30-3:30pm at the Bounty & Soul office. We’re talking bubbles, meditation pin wheels, produce fortune tellers, mini-cook books, exercise games and more!

Requirements: 

• Must agree to adhere to all safety measures implemented at the site
• A positive attitude to bring to the group
• A passion for sharing information on children’s health and wellbeing
• Excellent customer service and communication skills

Health/Safety:

• We are asking volunteers to wear/bring their own face covering when delivering items
  • Cloth covering nose and mouth
  • Fabric or disposable face mask
• Asking volunteers to maintain physical distance of 6 feet or more when possible
  • Note: there are times when the volunteer task requires volunteers to engage closer than 6 feet. Please do not sign up if you feel uncomfortable.

This elegant short form introduces the signature movements of Tai Chi Chuan in a simplified and compact sequence. A wonderful practice for beginners, participants will learn the basic principles of each movement as well as modifications to accommodate individual needs. Tai chi is a safe and effective form of meditative exercise consisting of relaxed and focused movements that clear the mind and relax the nervous system while improving balance, strength, flexibility, stability, coordination, joint health, memory and attentional skills.

The last thing you need when you’re not feeling well is figuring out how to pay to get better.

Even if you feel better now, trying to figure out how to pay for the healthcare you previously received could literally make you ill again.

Skip the complicated maze of the American healthcare system by signing-up for the Blue Cube Medical Asheville Healthcare Debt Elimination and Financial Advocacy Fair.

Make organizing and paying for your current and previous medical bills painless by obtaining the following services:

• a dedicated, single point-of-contact to guide you through the process (Patient Advocate),

• evaluation of outstanding medical debt (as applicable),

• high- level insurance benefits review (as applicable),

• review of insurance claims in order to best assist in negotiating and resubmitting denied or pending claims, obtaining preauthorization(s) for need care, and subsequent support in completing any required forms and related documentation,

• locate and complete diagnosis-based medical, service, prescription, and other healthcare financial assistance programs and grant applications,

• find in-network inpatient and outpatient medical providers to achieve care,

• provide access to direct financial assistance, reimbursement, and vouchers to help defray travel and transportation costs associated with long-distance and local medical services,

• help manage settlement of outstanding medical debt with medical providers using the resources listed above,

• and much more.

We are serious about flat-fee pricing. No hourly rates. Just quality medical debt elimination and financial advocacy services you can trust and afford. Results guaranteed.

Sign up for the Asheville Fair and achieve a new dimension of your health, July 21 – 24, 2022. Immediate, one-on-one aid options available for those who need support prior to July 21.

The last thing you need when you’re not feeling well is figuring out how to pay to get better.

Even if you feel better now, trying to figure out how to pay for the healthcare you previously received could literally make you ill again.

Skip the complicated maze of the American healthcare system by signing-up for the Blue Cube Medical Asheville Healthcare Debt Elimination and Financial Advocacy Fair.

Make organizing and paying for your current and previous medical bills painless by obtaining the following services:

• a dedicated, single point-of-contact to guide you through the process (Patient Advocate),

• evaluation of outstanding medical debt (as applicable),

• high- level insurance benefits review (as applicable),

• review of insurance claims in order to best assist in negotiating and resubmitting denied or pending claims, obtaining preauthorization(s) for need care, and subsequent support in completing any required forms and related documentation,

• locate and complete diagnosis-based medical, service, prescription, and other healthcare financial assistance programs and grant applications,

• find in-network inpatient and outpatient medical providers to achieve care,

• provide access to direct financial assistance, reimbursement, and vouchers to help defray travel and transportation costs associated with long-distance and local medical services,

• help manage settlement of outstanding medical debt with medical providers using the resources listed above,

• and much more.

We are serious about flat-fee pricing. No hourly rates. Just quality medical debt elimination and financial advocacy services you can trust and afford. Results guaranteed.

Sign up for the Asheville Fair and achieve a new dimension of your health, July 21 – 24, 2022. Immediate, one-on-one aid options available for those who need support prior to July 21.

The last thing you need when you’re not feeling well is figuring out how to pay to get better.

Even if you feel better now, trying to figure out how to pay for the healthcare you previously received could literally make you ill again.

Skip the complicated maze of the American healthcare system by signing-up for the Blue Cube Medical Asheville Healthcare Debt Elimination and Financial Advocacy Fair.

Make organizing and paying for your current and previous medical bills painless by obtaining the following services:

• a dedicated, single point-of-contact to guide you through the process (Patient Advocate),

• evaluation of outstanding medical debt (as applicable),

• high- level insurance benefits review (as applicable),

• review of insurance claims in order to best assist in negotiating and resubmitting denied or pending claims, obtaining preauthorization(s) for need care, and subsequent support in completing any required forms and related documentation,

• locate and complete diagnosis-based medical, service, prescription, and other healthcare financial assistance programs and grant applications,

• find in-network inpatient and outpatient medical providers to achieve care,

• provide access to direct financial assistance, reimbursement, and vouchers to help defray travel and transportation costs associated with long-distance and local medical services,

• help manage settlement of outstanding medical debt with medical providers using the resources listed above,

• and much more.

We are serious about flat-fee pricing. No hourly rates. Just quality medical debt elimination and financial advocacy services you can trust and afford. Results guaranteed.

Sign up for the Asheville Fair and achieve a new dimension of your health, July 21 – 24, 2022. Immediate, one-on-one aid options available for those who need support prior to July 21.

We need YOUR help on the mountain! Grassy Ridge Mow-Off, July 23-24th Camp out or come for a day. Join other volunteers as we work to maintain the globally rare grassy and shrub balds found on Grassy Ridge, one of the most beautiful and ecologically significant sites in the Roan Highlands. We’ll cut invasive blackberries and other shrubs using weed whackers and brush cutters. Enjoy great company and great job satisfaction! Our annual Grassy Ridge Mow-Off is more than just a work day — it’s an incredible way to experience the Highlands of Roan and to share cherished moments with friends. Backpackers and day trippers are both welcome. We are also pleased to announce that in 2022, we will have car camping available at our Little Rock Creek Preserve (a 10 min drive from Carver’s Gap) for volunteers who are interested in coming out and camping nearby, but are not interested in backpack camping on Grassy Ridge. Please indicate your interest in either backpack camping or car camping on your registration, as this will help us plan staff and resources. The hike to Grassy Ridge is about 2.5 miles one way, the views are gorgeous, and we have a job suited to almost everyone. There are several different ways to help: flagging rare plants, cutting or raking blackberries, camp organization, taking photographs, and more. Grassy Ridge Mow-Off  Planned Schedule: Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Campers arrive, set up your tent and return to the work site. Saturday, 10:00 a.m. Day hikers arrive. Sign in/Orientation Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Work time! (lunch break at 1 pm) Saturday 4:00 p.m. – bedtime. Clean up and store equipment. Fun and Fellowship for campers! Sunday 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. A short work day and pack out. *Everyone should be prepared to pack out group trash.

The last thing you need when you’re not feeling well is figuring out how to pay to get better.

Even if you feel better now, trying to figure out how to pay for the healthcare you previously received could literally make you ill again.

Skip the complicated maze of the American healthcare system by signing-up for the Blue Cube Medical Asheville Healthcare Debt Elimination and Financial Advocacy Fair.

Make organizing and paying for your current and previous medical bills painless by obtaining the following services:

• a dedicated, single point-of-contact to guide you through the process (Patient Advocate),

• evaluation of outstanding medical debt (as applicable),

• high- level insurance benefits review (as applicable),

• review of insurance claims in order to best assist in negotiating and resubmitting denied or pending claims, obtaining preauthorization(s) for need care, and subsequent support in completing any required forms and related documentation,

• locate and complete diagnosis-based medical, service, prescription, and other healthcare financial assistance programs and grant applications,

• find in-network inpatient and outpatient medical providers to achieve care,

• provide access to direct financial assistance, reimbursement, and vouchers to help defray travel and transportation costs associated with long-distance and local medical services,

• help manage settlement of outstanding medical debt with medical providers using the resources listed above,

• and much more.

We are serious about flat-fee pricing. No hourly rates. Just quality medical debt elimination and financial advocacy services you can trust and afford. Results guaranteed.

Sign up for the Asheville Fair and achieve a new dimension of your health, July 21 – 24, 2022. Immediate, one-on-one aid options available for those who need support prior to July 21.

Before you even begin thinking about volunteering, ask yourself – Am I well enough to volunteer?

Your safety and limiting the spread of COVID-19 is everyone’s main priority. We encourage you to review and adhere to the recommendations on the Buncombe County readiness site on how best to avoid COVID-19 and what to do if you think you might have it.

Bounty & Soul is a community-based non-profit with a mission to connect people to food, education and each other. 

Like to get creative and crafty? Enjoy preparing fun educational games for children? We invite you to be a part of this small, sweet, and  intentional shift that directly supports our Kids Programming. We are looking to have 1-2 folks join us Mondays from 1:30-3:30pm at the Bounty & Soul office. We’re talking bubbles, meditation pin wheels, produce fortune tellers, mini-cook books, exercise games and more!

Requirements: 

• Must agree to adhere to all safety measures implemented at the site
• A positive attitude to bring to the group
• A passion for sharing information on children’s health and wellbeing
• Excellent customer service and communication skills

Health/Safety:

• We are asking volunteers to wear/bring their own face covering when delivering items
  • Cloth covering nose and mouth
  • Fabric or disposable face mask
• Asking volunteers to maintain physical distance of 6 feet or more when possible
  • Note: there are times when the volunteer task requires volunteers to engage closer than 6 feet. Please do not sign up if you feel uncomfortable.

This elegant short form introduces the signature movements of Tai Chi Chuan in a simplified and compact sequence. A wonderful practice for beginners, participants will learn the basic principles of each movement as well as modifications to accommodate individual needs. Tai chi is a safe and effective form of meditative exercise consisting of relaxed and focused movements that clear the mind and relax the nervous system while improving balance, strength, flexibility, stability, coordination, joint health, memory and attentional skills.