Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

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Monday, January 16, 2023
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Jan 16 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Urban Peace Gardens & Market

On MLK Day of Service, we’ll tackle projects around the Burton Street community like helping out elder neighbors, projects in the community gardens, making art, picking up garbage, and more. We’ll provide snacks and food, hot and cool drinks, art supplies, tools, and music. You bring full water bottles, work gloves, and warm layers ’cause the weather can be hit or miss.

Gather at the main Peace Garden (47 Bryant St.), sign in, and we’ll put you to work!

Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Elementary After-School Volunteer Creative Peacemakers
Jan 17 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Deaverview Apartment Community

We are seeking volunteers to assist us in our small after school program for children in West Asheville in low-income housing.  We provide a safe and nourishing environment, healthy snacks, and creative activities.  Our program currently meets during the school year on most Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00-5:00pm. You may volunteer for one or two days a week. 

Volunteer Responsibilities:

  • Assist with serving snacks
  • Interact with children during activity time
  • Supervise games and outdoor free time
  • For people with background in education, there is also an opportunity to assist with curriculum development and program planning and administration

Requirements:

  • Background check
  • Orientation booklets will be provided
  • Masks are required if unvaccinated
Thursday, January 19, 2023
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Tutor
Jan 19 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
online w/ Literacy Together
ESOL tutors serve immigrant adults who want to learn English and/or prepare for the US Naturalization Exam. These students come to Literacy Together with a variety of literacy and English language skill levels. Tutors in this program work with their students two hours each week for at least one year and are supported by the program director throughout their tutoring commitment.
Tutors complete an 8-hour training (which is currently conducted online) before being matched with students. They then receive follow-up support and the option to attend in-service workshops throughout their tutoring commitment. Tutors in this program can work with students for one (1) two-hour session each week or two (2) one-hour sessions each week. Tutoring sessions may take place online or in personThis program welcomes volunteers from over the world who are willing to tutor remotely. We now have tutors in Florida, New York, Massachusetts, New Mexico, Texas, the UK, and Germany!

ESOL tutors commit to working with their students for at least one year. Learn more about this programSign up to volunteer.

ESOL Tutor Training Dates:

Self-paced option: watch recordings of previous live training sessions on Zoom, complete classwork and homework independently, and meet with ESOL Director afterward for review/debrief.
January 17th,19th, 24th, and 26th  from 10 am to noon (Online)
February 14th, 17th, 21st, and 24th, from 10am t noon (Online)
Elementary After-School Volunteer Creative Peacemakers
Jan 19 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Deaverview Apartment Community

We are seeking volunteers to assist us in our small after school program for children in West Asheville in low-income housing.  We provide a safe and nourishing environment, healthy snacks, and creative activities.  Our program currently meets during the school year on most Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00-5:00pm. You may volunteer for one or two days a week. 

Volunteer Responsibilities:

  • Assist with serving snacks
  • Interact with children during activity time
  • Supervise games and outdoor free time
  • For people with background in education, there is also an opportunity to assist with curriculum development and program planning and administration

Requirements:

  • Background check
  • Orientation booklets will be provided
  • Masks are required if unvaccinated
Saturday, January 21, 2023
Build Crew Work Days Hendersonville Theatre
Jan 21 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Hendersonville Theatre

We’re putting our build crew back together and we’d love to have you join us. Every 2 weeks, we’ll meet at 9 am for hands-on set construction! Whether your talents are building, painting, or you just want to learn, come out and join us every other Saturday for some creative fun. Tools and work gloves are helpful but not required

Tuesday, January 24, 2023
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Tutor
Jan 24 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
online w/ Literacy Together
ESOL tutors serve immigrant adults who want to learn English and/or prepare for the US Naturalization Exam. These students come to Literacy Together with a variety of literacy and English language skill levels. Tutors in this program work with their students two hours each week for at least one year and are supported by the program director throughout their tutoring commitment.
Tutors complete an 8-hour training (which is currently conducted online) before being matched with students. They then receive follow-up support and the option to attend in-service workshops throughout their tutoring commitment. Tutors in this program can work with students for one (1) two-hour session each week or two (2) one-hour sessions each week. Tutoring sessions may take place online or in personThis program welcomes volunteers from over the world who are willing to tutor remotely. We now have tutors in Florida, New York, Massachusetts, New Mexico, Texas, the UK, and Germany!

ESOL tutors commit to working with their students for at least one year. Learn more about this programSign up to volunteer.

ESOL Tutor Training Dates:

Self-paced option: watch recordings of previous live training sessions on Zoom, complete classwork and homework independently, and meet with ESOL Director afterward for review/debrief.
January 17th,19th, 24th, and 26th  from 10 am to noon (Online)
February 14th, 17th, 21st, and 24th, from 10am t noon (Online)
Elementary After-School Volunteer Creative Peacemakers
Jan 24 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Deaverview Apartment Community

We are seeking volunteers to assist us in our small after school program for children in West Asheville in low-income housing.  We provide a safe and nourishing environment, healthy snacks, and creative activities.  Our program currently meets during the school year on most Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00-5:00pm. You may volunteer for one or two days a week. 

Volunteer Responsibilities:

  • Assist with serving snacks
  • Interact with children during activity time
  • Supervise games and outdoor free time
  • For people with background in education, there is also an opportunity to assist with curriculum development and program planning and administration

Requirements:

  • Background check
  • Orientation booklets will be provided
  • Masks are required if unvaccinated
Thursday, January 26, 2023
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Tutor
Jan 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
online w/ Literacy Together
ESOL tutors serve immigrant adults who want to learn English and/or prepare for the US Naturalization Exam. These students come to Literacy Together with a variety of literacy and English language skill levels. Tutors in this program work with their students two hours each week for at least one year and are supported by the program director throughout their tutoring commitment.
Tutors complete an 8-hour training (which is currently conducted online) before being matched with students. They then receive follow-up support and the option to attend in-service workshops throughout their tutoring commitment. Tutors in this program can work with students for one (1) two-hour session each week or two (2) one-hour sessions each week. Tutoring sessions may take place online or in personThis program welcomes volunteers from over the world who are willing to tutor remotely. We now have tutors in Florida, New York, Massachusetts, New Mexico, Texas, the UK, and Germany!

ESOL tutors commit to working with their students for at least one year. Learn more about this programSign up to volunteer.

ESOL Tutor Training Dates:

Self-paced option: watch recordings of previous live training sessions on Zoom, complete classwork and homework independently, and meet with ESOL Director afterward for review/debrief.
January 17th,19th, 24th, and 26th  from 10 am to noon (Online)
February 14th, 17th, 21st, and 24th, from 10am t noon (Online)
Elementary After-School Volunteer Creative Peacemakers
Jan 26 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Deaverview Apartment Community

We are seeking volunteers to assist us in our small after school program for children in West Asheville in low-income housing.  We provide a safe and nourishing environment, healthy snacks, and creative activities.  Our program currently meets during the school year on most Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00-5:00pm. You may volunteer for one or two days a week. 

Volunteer Responsibilities:

  • Assist with serving snacks
  • Interact with children during activity time
  • Supervise games and outdoor free time
  • For people with background in education, there is also an opportunity to assist with curriculum development and program planning and administration

Requirements:

  • Background check
  • Orientation booklets will be provided
  • Masks are required if unvaccinated
Friday, January 27, 2023
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge volunteer opportunities: SAVING WILD LIVES
Jan 27 all-day
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Picture

Appalachian Wild is a volunteer driven nonprofit with a passionate and dedicated team working hard to save wild lives.
Volunteer opportunities:
Transport
Wildlife Hotline
Record Keeping
Facility Maintenance & Upkeep

“My time at Appalachian Wild has been so valuable and I will continue to treasure it…I have learned the responsibility it takes to care for wildlife that cannot speak for themselves. I truly am appreciative for everything Appalachian Wild has given me in terms of experience and opportunity. I have gained vital skills that I will continue to build on in the future.” ~AWR Volunteer 2021
Saturday, January 28, 2023
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge volunteer opportunities: SAVING WILD LIVES
Jan 28 all-day
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Picture

Appalachian Wild is a volunteer driven nonprofit with a passionate and dedicated team working hard to save wild lives.
Volunteer opportunities:
Transport
Wildlife Hotline
Record Keeping
Facility Maintenance & Upkeep

“My time at Appalachian Wild has been so valuable and I will continue to treasure it…I have learned the responsibility it takes to care for wildlife that cannot speak for themselves. I truly am appreciative for everything Appalachian Wild has given me in terms of experience and opportunity. I have gained vital skills that I will continue to build on in the future.” ~AWR Volunteer 2021
The Montford Park Players annual winter cleanup at the Amphitheatre
Jan 28 @ 10:00 am
The Montford Park Players

It’s time for our annual winter cleanup at the Amphitheatre. We hope you’ll join us to help getting good stuff where it needs to go and not-good stuff into the dumpsters!

We’re in the process of repairing the lower stage, where a number of the supporting posts have rotted away. We plan to raise the stage about 30 inches, and make it last for a long time. We’ve removed a good deal of the existing stage and will put the not-good posts and boards in the dumpsters, along with leftover stuff from the 2022 season that we don’t have room for.

We’ll feed you(!) and hope you’ll join us this Saturday. Bring work gloves or use ours.

Volunteer Opportunity: Hard 2 Recycle – West
Jan 28 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Hominy Valley Elementary School

Volunteer to divert waste from our landfills by collecting and sorting items from the community to be recycled. Volunteers register to support a specific station, but will help to unload any and all items from vehicles as they come through the event.

Need to know

Please join our virtual info session on Thursday, January 26th at 5:30pm via Zoom. This is required for first-time H2R volunteers and will be recorded for those who cannot attend live (link below).

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83897927525?pwd=U1gzSDFSbWFLRnp6M1FTdW9OZ0NCQT09

Meeting ID: 838 9792 7525 Passcode: 168316 One tap mobile +13052241968,,83897927525#,,,,*168316# US +13092053325,,83897927525#,,,,*168316# US

Links & Attachments

More info on accepted items

Sunday, January 29, 2023
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge volunteer opportunities: SAVING WILD LIVES
Jan 29 all-day
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Picture

Appalachian Wild is a volunteer driven nonprofit with a passionate and dedicated team working hard to save wild lives.
Volunteer opportunities:
Transport
Wildlife Hotline
Record Keeping
Facility Maintenance & Upkeep

“My time at Appalachian Wild has been so valuable and I will continue to treasure it…I have learned the responsibility it takes to care for wildlife that cannot speak for themselves. I truly am appreciative for everything Appalachian Wild has given me in terms of experience and opportunity. I have gained vital skills that I will continue to build on in the future.” ~AWR Volunteer 2021
Monday, January 30, 2023
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge volunteer opportunities: SAVING WILD LIVES
Jan 30 all-day
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Picture

Appalachian Wild is a volunteer driven nonprofit with a passionate and dedicated team working hard to save wild lives.
Volunteer opportunities:
Transport
Wildlife Hotline
Record Keeping
Facility Maintenance & Upkeep

“My time at Appalachian Wild has been so valuable and I will continue to treasure it…I have learned the responsibility it takes to care for wildlife that cannot speak for themselves. I truly am appreciative for everything Appalachian Wild has given me in terms of experience and opportunity. I have gained vital skills that I will continue to build on in the future.” ~AWR Volunteer 2021
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge volunteer opportunities: SAVING WILD LIVES
Jan 31 all-day
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Picture

Appalachian Wild is a volunteer driven nonprofit with a passionate and dedicated team working hard to save wild lives.
Volunteer opportunities:
Transport
Wildlife Hotline
Record Keeping
Facility Maintenance & Upkeep

“My time at Appalachian Wild has been so valuable and I will continue to treasure it…I have learned the responsibility it takes to care for wildlife that cannot speak for themselves. I truly am appreciative for everything Appalachian Wild has given me in terms of experience and opportunity. I have gained vital skills that I will continue to build on in the future.” ~AWR Volunteer 2021
Elementary After-School Volunteer Creative Peacemakers
Jan 31 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Deaverview Apartment Community

We are seeking volunteers to assist us in our small after school program for children in West Asheville in low-income housing.  We provide a safe and nourishing environment, healthy snacks, and creative activities.  Our program currently meets during the school year on most Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00-5:00pm. You may volunteer for one or two days a week. 

Volunteer Responsibilities:

  • Assist with serving snacks
  • Interact with children during activity time
  • Supervise games and outdoor free time
  • For people with background in education, there is also an opportunity to assist with curriculum development and program planning and administration

Requirements:

  • Background check
  • Orientation booklets will be provided
  • Masks are required if unvaccinated
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge volunteer opportunities: SAVING WILD LIVES
Feb 1 all-day
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Picture

Appalachian Wild is a volunteer driven nonprofit with a passionate and dedicated team working hard to save wild lives.
Volunteer opportunities:
Transport
Wildlife Hotline
Record Keeping
Facility Maintenance & Upkeep

“My time at Appalachian Wild has been so valuable and I will continue to treasure it…I have learned the responsibility it takes to care for wildlife that cannot speak for themselves. I truly am appreciative for everything Appalachian Wild has given me in terms of experience and opportunity. I have gained vital skills that I will continue to build on in the future.” ~AWR Volunteer 2021
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge volunteer opportunities: SAVING WILD LIVES
Feb 2 all-day
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Picture

Appalachian Wild is a volunteer driven nonprofit with a passionate and dedicated team working hard to save wild lives.
Volunteer opportunities:
Transport
Wildlife Hotline
Record Keeping
Facility Maintenance & Upkeep

“My time at Appalachian Wild has been so valuable and I will continue to treasure it…I have learned the responsibility it takes to care for wildlife that cannot speak for themselves. I truly am appreciative for everything Appalachian Wild has given me in terms of experience and opportunity. I have gained vital skills that I will continue to build on in the future.” ~AWR Volunteer 2021
Elementary After-School Volunteer Creative Peacemakers
Feb 2 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Deaverview Apartment Community

We are seeking volunteers to assist us in our small after school program for children in West Asheville in low-income housing.  We provide a safe and nourishing environment, healthy snacks, and creative activities.  Our program currently meets during the school year on most Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00-5:00pm. You may volunteer for one or two days a week. 

Volunteer Responsibilities:

  • Assist with serving snacks
  • Interact with children during activity time
  • Supervise games and outdoor free time
  • For people with background in education, there is also an opportunity to assist with curriculum development and program planning and administration

Requirements:

  • Background check
  • Orientation booklets will be provided
  • Masks are required if unvaccinated
Friday, February 3, 2023
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge volunteer opportunities: SAVING WILD LIVES
Feb 3 all-day
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Picture

Appalachian Wild is a volunteer driven nonprofit with a passionate and dedicated team working hard to save wild lives.
Volunteer opportunities:
Transport
Wildlife Hotline
Record Keeping
Facility Maintenance & Upkeep

“My time at Appalachian Wild has been so valuable and I will continue to treasure it…I have learned the responsibility it takes to care for wildlife that cannot speak for themselves. I truly am appreciative for everything Appalachian Wild has given me in terms of experience and opportunity. I have gained vital skills that I will continue to build on in the future.” ~AWR Volunteer 2021
Saturday, February 4, 2023
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge volunteer opportunities: SAVING WILD LIVES
Feb 4 all-day
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Picture

Appalachian Wild is a volunteer driven nonprofit with a passionate and dedicated team working hard to save wild lives.
Volunteer opportunities:
Transport
Wildlife Hotline
Record Keeping
Facility Maintenance & Upkeep

“My time at Appalachian Wild has been so valuable and I will continue to treasure it…I have learned the responsibility it takes to care for wildlife that cannot speak for themselves. I truly am appreciative for everything Appalachian Wild has given me in terms of experience and opportunity. I have gained vital skills that I will continue to build on in the future.” ~AWR Volunteer 2021
Build Crew Work Days Hendersonville Theatre
Feb 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Hendersonville Theatre

We’re putting our build crew back together and we’d love to have you join us. Every 2 weeks, we’ll meet at 9 am for hands-on set construction! Whether your talents are building, painting, or you just want to learn, come out and join us every other Saturday for some creative fun. Tools and work gloves are helpful but not required

Sunday, February 5, 2023
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge volunteer opportunities: SAVING WILD LIVES
Feb 5 all-day
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Picture

Appalachian Wild is a volunteer driven nonprofit with a passionate and dedicated team working hard to save wild lives.
Volunteer opportunities:
Transport
Wildlife Hotline
Record Keeping
Facility Maintenance & Upkeep

“My time at Appalachian Wild has been so valuable and I will continue to treasure it…I have learned the responsibility it takes to care for wildlife that cannot speak for themselves. I truly am appreciative for everything Appalachian Wild has given me in terms of experience and opportunity. I have gained vital skills that I will continue to build on in the future.” ~AWR Volunteer 2021
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Elementary After-School Volunteer Creative Peacemakers
Feb 7 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Deaverview Apartment Community

We are seeking volunteers to assist us in our small after school program for children in West Asheville in low-income housing.  We provide a safe and nourishing environment, healthy snacks, and creative activities.  Our program currently meets during the school year on most Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00-5:00pm. You may volunteer for one or two days a week. 

Volunteer Responsibilities:

  • Assist with serving snacks
  • Interact with children during activity time
  • Supervise games and outdoor free time
  • For people with background in education, there is also an opportunity to assist with curriculum development and program planning and administration

Requirements:

  • Background check
  • Orientation booklets will be provided
  • Masks are required if unvaccinated
Thursday, February 9, 2023
Elementary After-School Volunteer Creative Peacemakers
Feb 9 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Deaverview Apartment Community

We are seeking volunteers to assist us in our small after school program for children in West Asheville in low-income housing.  We provide a safe and nourishing environment, healthy snacks, and creative activities.  Our program currently meets during the school year on most Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00-5:00pm. You may volunteer for one or two days a week. 

Volunteer Responsibilities:

  • Assist with serving snacks
  • Interact with children during activity time
  • Supervise games and outdoor free time
  • For people with background in education, there is also an opportunity to assist with curriculum development and program planning and administration

Requirements:

  • Background check
  • Orientation booklets will be provided
  • Masks are required if unvaccinated
Saturday, February 11, 2023
2023 Volunteer Expo
Feb 11 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts Asheville, an IHG Hotel

The Junior League of Asheville, Inc. (JLA) will hold its fifth annual Volunteer Expo, on Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 12 to 3 PM at the Crowne Plaza Expo Center. Modeled after a job fair, this free event will feature local nonprofits looking to fill ongoing and future volunteer needs. Nonprofits in almost every area of community concern will be present at the event: health, poverty, legal aid, environmental stewardship, women’s issues, arts, civic leadership, technology, education and animal welfare.

Excitement for the Volunteer Expo continues to grow. The 2022 event featured over 70 non-profits and was attended by more than 600 community members coming to network and sign up to volunteer with nonprofit organizations.

We invite all area nonprofits to apply to participate in the 2023 Volunteer Expo that will bring hundreds of prospective volunteers, donors and board members to your booth! This is a great opportunity to network, gain exposure and share about your mission.

We also invite all local businesses to be a part of our 2023 Volunteer Expo! Without your generous support, we couldn’t offer area nonprofit organizations the opportunity to feature their incredible mission-driven work. To learn more about sponsoring Junior League of Asheville and our events, please send us an email at [email protected].

Volunteer Expo at Crowne Plaza Expo Center
Feb 11 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Crowne Plaza Expo Center

The Junior League of Asheville (JLA) invites community members of all ages to its fourth annual Volunteer Expo, on Saturday, February 11, at the Crowne Plaza Expo Center from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

Modeled after a job fair, this free event will feature more than fifty local nonprofits looking to fill ongoing and future volunteer needs. Nonprofits in almost every area of community concern will be present at the event: health, poverty, legal aid, environmental stewardship, women’s issues, arts, civic leadership, technology, education and animal welfare.

Community members of all ages and interests are invited to attend this free event. If you are a nonprofit interested in participating in the 2022 Volunteer Expo, please email [email protected].

Tuesday, February 14, 2023
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Tutor
Feb 14 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
online w/ Literacy Together
ESOL tutors serve immigrant adults who want to learn English and/or prepare for the US Naturalization Exam. These students come to Literacy Together with a variety of literacy and English language skill levels. Tutors in this program work with their students two hours each week for at least one year and are supported by the program director throughout their tutoring commitment.
Tutors complete an 8-hour training (which is currently conducted online) before being matched with students. They then receive follow-up support and the option to attend in-service workshops throughout their tutoring commitment. Tutors in this program can work with students for one (1) two-hour session each week or two (2) one-hour sessions each week. Tutoring sessions may take place online or in personThis program welcomes volunteers from over the world who are willing to tutor remotely. We now have tutors in Florida, New York, Massachusetts, New Mexico, Texas, the UK, and Germany!

ESOL tutors commit to working with their students for at least one year. Learn more about this programSign up to volunteer.

ESOL Tutor Training Dates:

Self-paced option: watch recordings of previous live training sessions on Zoom, complete classwork and homework independently, and meet with ESOL Director afterward for review/debrief.
January 17th,19th, 24th, and 26th  from 10 am to noon (Online)
February 14th, 17th, 21st, and 24th, from 10am t noon (Online)
Elementary After-School Volunteer Creative Peacemakers
Feb 14 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Deaverview Apartment Community

We are seeking volunteers to assist us in our small after school program for children in West Asheville in low-income housing.  We provide a safe and nourishing environment, healthy snacks, and creative activities.  Our program currently meets during the school year on most Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00-5:00pm. You may volunteer for one or two days a week. 

Volunteer Responsibilities:

  • Assist with serving snacks
  • Interact with children during activity time
  • Supervise games and outdoor free time
  • For people with background in education, there is also an opportunity to assist with curriculum development and program planning and administration

Requirements:

  • Background check
  • Orientation booklets will be provided
  • Masks are required if unvaccinated