Calendar of Events

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, November 15, 2021
No Cost Holiday Promotional Opportunities for Downtown Businesses
Nov 15 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
online
The holidays are right around the corner. We have a few holiday promotions downtown businesses can participate in:

  • Downtown Holiday Windows Walking Tour: if you’re decorating your windows for the holidays, this is an easy way to get some publicity. You can also enter the Windows Contest.
  • Gift Card Swap: You provide 5 $20 gift cards for your business, and in return, you receive 5 $20 gift cards from other downtown businesses. You can use these any way you’d like…hold a raffle, gift with purchase or reward your employees.
  • Holiday Shopping Promos: Share any holiday shopping promotions with us and we can help spread the word.

If your business is interested in participating in any of the above, please fill out this short form.
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Categories: Business and Networking Holiday
Living Wage Week in the US Webinar about Living Wage Places
Nov 15 @ 5:00 pm
online

As part of Living Wage week, Just Economics will be featured alongside representatives from other living wage programs around the country in a national online event to launch Living Wage Week in the US and talk about Living Wage Places. The free online event will take place on November 15th at 5pm EST and registration is open to the public at this link:  https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SZnWRlltRsCvTTKLCzEugw

 

Living Wages are critically important now more than ever. Recently released Census Bureau data shows that more than 37 million people in America lived at or below the federal poverty line in 2020. The Federal minimum wage has been stuck at $7.25/ hour for 12 years since 2009. People working minimum wage jobs full-time cannot afford a two-bedroom apartment in any state in the country according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s 2021 Out of Reach report.

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Categories: Business and Networking Community
Craft Your Business workshop series: Alpine for Creatives
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
online

The Alpine for Creatives Course is designed to support founders of creative businesses that have been operating for at least one year.

​​This 5-week course provides a peer-to-peer learning environment for you to assess your creative-based venture to date and address the opportunities and challenges emerging on the horizon. The course will guide participants through a comprehensive assessment of their experience producing and selling to date.

The Alpine Course will give you the opportunity to assess how things have been going in your business up to this point, while also visioning for the future. It will reconnect you with the “why” of your venture and help create in-roads to meeting both your short and long term goals.

This special Alpine Course is part of the Craft Your Commerce: 2021 Fall Workshop Series being offered by Mountain BizWorks with support from Center for Craft and UNC Asheville. The series involves a networking event, six separate workshops, and one intensive course suited for existing makers. This course is designed for existing makers to take the tools, strategies, and resources gained from the series workshops and then integrate them into your business plan and practices to further your success.

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Categories: Business and Networking Education
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
International Living Wage Week!
Nov 16 all-day
online

You can celebrate Living Wage Week by talking about living wages and taking action.

This Living wage week, we invite you to get involved in a few ways:

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
No Cost Holiday Promotional Opportunities for Downtown Businesses
Nov 16 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
online
The holidays are right around the corner. We have a few holiday promotions downtown businesses can participate in:

  • Downtown Holiday Windows Walking Tour: if you’re decorating your windows for the holidays, this is an easy way to get some publicity. You can also enter the Windows Contest.
  • Gift Card Swap: You provide 5 $20 gift cards for your business, and in return, you receive 5 $20 gift cards from other downtown businesses. You can use these any way you’d like…hold a raffle, gift with purchase or reward your employees.
  • Holiday Shopping Promos: Share any holiday shopping promotions with us and we can help spread the word.

If your business is interested in participating in any of the above, please fill out this short form.
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Categories: Business and Networking Holiday
November Business Before Hours
Nov 16 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am
YMI Cultural Center

Join the Chamber at for the November Business Before Hours at the YMI Cultural Center! Breakfast treats will be provided by our friends at Bojangles! We encourage you to bring a prize for the raffle later in the event. Bring your business cards for networking but also so you can enter the raffle!! The early bird catches the worm…or maybe a great door prize!

Initially branded as “The Young Men’s Institute”, the more commonly known YMI Cultural Center is one of the oldest, most unique and beautiful Black cultural centers in the United States. The YMI is a local landmark within the City of Asheville, North Carolina and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Their founders, Mr. Isaac Dickson, the first person of color appointed to the Asheville City School Board, and Dr. Edward Stephens, principal of Asheville’s first public school for African American students, envisioned an organization similar to a YMCA to support Asheville’s African-American community.

The YMI Cultural Center offers educational, cultural, civic and social activities, leadership and economic development programs. They also offer events, meetings, exhibitions, offices, commercial, Co-working, and Co-Creative Art spaces. They are working to fully restore the 127-year-old building and re-establish it as the Center for Black life in Asheville and WNC. You can donate to their fundraising efforts here.

This event is offered as a benefit for Chamber membership and no registration is necessary. If you’re considering Chamber membership and would like to attend this event we welcome you to come and check us out! Please contact Jessica Kanupp, our Membership Development Specialist, at [email protected]

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Categories: Business and Networking Food & Drink
Foundations Business Planning Class
Nov 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Mountain BizWorks Asheville Office

Our Foundations business planning class helps guide ideas from concept to reality in a participatory, supportive learning environment.

Join a cohort of aspiring and existing entrepreneurs to gain an aerial perspective of your vision and the comprehensive business skills necessary to help bring your visions into reality. Participants will gain a clear aerial perspective of their business operations, financials, research and development, and marketing strategies. They will leave the course with a comprehensive business plan, a clear vision for their business, and concrete tasks for future work.

Throughout the class, emphasis will be placed on developing the social capital of the group. Participants will be encouraged to gather feedback from their peers, creating a strong network of deep support and synergy. For more info, visit the Foundations Business Planning overview page.

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Categories: Business and Networking Education
Venture 15 Awards recognize the 15 fastest growing Asheville-area startups
Nov 16 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Orange Peel

Venture Asheville grows Asheville’s startup community and connects high-growth entrepreneurs to talent, mentors and investors through unique programming and events.  The Venture 15 and Venture Asheville Honors is our annual end-of-year party where we announce and rank the 15 fastest growing startups in the area and present Entrepreneur, Mentor, Investor, Resource of the Year, The Shining Rock, Best Startup to Work For, and the Venture Asheville Vanguard awards.

We return this year in person on Thursday, December 16th, at The Orange Peel! Let the dance parties, networking and good food and drinks begin! With Jeffrey Kaplan as the emcee for the evening, you can expect to hear from our sponsors, winners and finalists all wrapped up in one creative program, along with a few surprises. Buy your tickets now and join us for an exciting, fast-paced evening of awards. Doors open at 6:00 pm, and the show starts at 6:30 pm.

Venture 15 Awards recognize the 15 fastest growing Asheville-area startups. This event celebrates the area’s outstanding entrepreneurs, and it serves as an elite setting where they can share their talent and wisdom as well as offer inspiration to other fledgling companies to be part of this exclusive group.

We can’t do the Venture Asheville Honors without you. We need you to make the nominations for the people and organizations that make this ecosystem run.

  • What entrepreneurs are making it rain in this wild year?
  • What mentors have been there for you?
  • What investors provided capital when you needed it most?
  • What resource helped you get through this year?
  • And who is an up-and-comer we need to know? (that’s the Shining Rock Award)
  • Who’s the best start-up to work for?

Applications and nominations are open until November 21st: www.ventureasheville.com/venture15

This event is open to the public. Tickets are $30 per person, $140 for a reserved cocktail table (5 tickets included) or $230 for reserved seated table (8 tickets included). Table quantities are limited so don’t wait to reserve your space!  (Ticket price includes entry to the event, one drink and light food.)

As of 11/8/2021 – all patrons attending events at The Orange Peel will be required to show proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 or a lab-conducted, negative test from the past 48 hours, along with a matching photo ID. Proof of vaccination can be your physical vaccine card or a photo of your card.  Per the current Buncombe County mandate, a mask is required when not eating or drinking, regardless of vaccination status.  

 

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Categories: Business and Networking Food & Drink
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
International Living Wage Week!
Nov 17 all-day
online

You can celebrate Living Wage Week by talking about living wages and taking action.

This Living wage week, we invite you to get involved in a few ways:

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
No Cost Holiday Promotional Opportunities for Downtown Businesses
Nov 17 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
online
The holidays are right around the corner. We have a few holiday promotions downtown businesses can participate in:

  • Downtown Holiday Windows Walking Tour: if you’re decorating your windows for the holidays, this is an easy way to get some publicity. You can also enter the Windows Contest.
  • Gift Card Swap: You provide 5 $20 gift cards for your business, and in return, you receive 5 $20 gift cards from other downtown businesses. You can use these any way you’d like…hold a raffle, gift with purchase or reward your employees.
  • Holiday Shopping Promos: Share any holiday shopping promotions with us and we can help spread the word.

If your business is interested in participating in any of the above, please fill out this short form.
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Categories: Business and Networking Holiday
November Chamber Orientation
Nov 17 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce

Chamber members impact the local business community by making an investment in Chamber membership. Whether you’re a new member, a long-time member with new staff, or a business who’s considering membership, we welcome you to attend our Chamber Orientation to learn how to get the most value from your membership investment.

Chamber President Kit Cramer will give an overview of the work the Chamber is doing every day to build our community, including how we support our thriving economy by growing jobs, advocating for a business-friendly environment and helping our members prosper. We’ll dive into member benefits and share ideas of how you can take advantage of the many opportunities available to you as a member. You’ll also have a chance to meet Chamber staff and learn how you can get more engaged.

Orientation is also a great chance to meet other Chamber members.

This event is free, but registration is requested in order to help us plan appropriately.

If you’re considering Chamber membership and would like to attend this event we welcome you to come and check us out! Please contact Jessica Kanupp, our Membership Development Specialist, at [email protected]

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Categories: Business and Networking
Thursday, November 18, 2021
International Living Wage Week!
Nov 18 all-day
online

You can celebrate Living Wage Week by talking about living wages and taking action.

This Living wage week, we invite you to get involved in a few ways:

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
No Cost Holiday Promotional Opportunities for Downtown Businesses
Nov 18 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
online
The holidays are right around the corner. We have a few holiday promotions downtown businesses can participate in:

  • Downtown Holiday Windows Walking Tour: if you’re decorating your windows for the holidays, this is an easy way to get some publicity. You can also enter the Windows Contest.
  • Gift Card Swap: You provide 5 $20 gift cards for your business, and in return, you receive 5 $20 gift cards from other downtown businesses. You can use these any way you’d like…hold a raffle, gift with purchase or reward your employees.
  • Holiday Shopping Promos: Share any holiday shopping promotions with us and we can help spread the word.

If your business is interested in participating in any of the above, please fill out this short form.
Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Holiday
New training program: Businesses learn how to work with NCDOT
Nov 18 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
online
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Interested in working with the N.C. Department of Transportation, but don’t know how to get started? The City of Asheville, the NCDOT Office of Civil Rights, and the Small Business Transportation Resource Center are collaborating on a three-hour program. It will show small, diverse businesses how to navigate local projects and “think outside of the box” by broadening  contracting opportunities. Topics include certification, prequalification, supportive services and building capacity through local and state resources.

 

This training program is being offered in a hybrid format (online and in-person). It will take place on November 18 from 9 a.m. to noon. In-person seating is limited to 15 participants, which are selected on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no limit to participants attending virtually. Participants who wish to attend in-person will be confirmed 48 hours prior to the program. The in-person portion will be at the Small Business Center on AB-Tech’s Enka Campus at 1465 Sand Hill Road in Candler.

 

The program is offered free of charge.

 

Click here to register for this training program.

 

Co-sponsors include the City of Asheville, the NCDOT Office of Civil Rights, and the Small Business Transportation Resource Center.

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Categories: Business and Networking Education
Policy on Tap
Nov 18 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
White Labs Kitchen & Tap
Policy on Tap is the Chamber’s quarterly discussion series highlighting topics that matter to our business community with insights shared by key leaders and experts.

This month’s topic is about the affordable housing. We’ll hear answers to these questions: What is in the City’s current pipeline? What has the City committee planned? The Land of Sky Board of Realtors will discuss the current and future of the our local housing market overall.

Our speakers will include Barry Bialik, owner and CEO of Thirsty Monk, Matt Allen from Land of the Sky Association of REALTORS, and Paul D’Angelo, community development program director for the City of Asheville.

This is a free event and registration is not required.

This event is offered as a benefit for Chamber membership and no registration is necessary. If you’re considering Chamber membership and would like to attend this event we welcome you to come and check us out! Please contact Jessica Kanupp, our Membership Development Specialist, at [email protected]
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Categories: Business and Networking
Business After Hours
Nov 18 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Boyd Automotive

Business After Hours is the Chamber’s premier networking event and the best chance for your to make valuable connections to build your business – all while having a great time!
With fantastic food and beverages compliments of our host sponsor, and the chance to win great door prizes – this event is the best combination of business and fun!
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Categories: Business and Networking
Friday, November 19, 2021
ASAP is currently hiring for several positions and internships
Nov 19 all-day
online only

2021 ASAP board and staff

ASAP is currently hiring for several positions and internships.  Applications are accepted only by email. Please do not call or come by the office.

Growing Minds Program Coordinator will assist in the design and implementation of farm to school programs, including trainings/workshops for educators, farmers, community partners, parents, and volunteers; curriculum and resources; networking and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders; providing community outreach and engagement; assisting with grant writing and reporting; and other tasks in support of the organization.

The Assistant Market Manager is responsible for providing operational and promotional support to the ASAP Farmers Market/Asheville City Market year round (the current location is at 340 Victoria Rd., Asheville, but is subject to change). This is an hourly contract position scheduled for at-market shifts. Hours will vary based on market schedules and will average from 5-7 hrs./wk. Related responsibilities or support for other Local Food Campaign programs may be assigned as needed.

The Farmers Market Intern will support theASAP Farmers Market/Asheville City Market. Internships run 8-10 weeks, 6 hours weekly, and are available in the winter, spring, summer, and fall. Responsibilities include supporting market operations, including set-up; running special events; and, optionally, providing content for social media posts and weekly newsletters.

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Categories: Business and Networking Community
Businesses Get in the Local Food Guide!
Nov 19 all-day
online w/ ASAP
Get in the Local Food Guide!
2021 Local Food Guide and Full Share: A CSA GuideEvery year, ASAP calls more than 1,400 businesses to update our Local Food Guide and CSA guide so that we get the most accurate information about connecting with local food and farms. We’ve started making calls for 2022!
Want to get a head start on updating your listing? You can give us a call (828-236-1282) or do it yourself online (click login in the upper right of appalachiangrown.org). The deadline to be included in the print Local Food Guide is Jan. 31 (or Dec. 31 for CSA farms).⁣
⁣
Have a new farm, restaurant, retail outlet, or other locally sourcing food business that you want to be listed? Go to appalachiangrown.org and click Get in the Guide.⁣ An online listing is completely free.
Read more
Categories: Business and Networking
International Living Wage Week!
Nov 19 all-day
online

You can celebrate Living Wage Week by talking about living wages and taking action.

This Living wage week, we invite you to get involved in a few ways:

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
No Cost Holiday Promotional Opportunities for Downtown Businesses
Nov 19 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
online
The holidays are right around the corner. We have a few holiday promotions downtown businesses can participate in:

  • Downtown Holiday Windows Walking Tour: if you’re decorating your windows for the holidays, this is an easy way to get some publicity. You can also enter the Windows Contest.
  • Gift Card Swap: You provide 5 $20 gift cards for your business, and in return, you receive 5 $20 gift cards from other downtown businesses. You can use these any way you’d like…hold a raffle, gift with purchase or reward your employees.
  • Holiday Shopping Promos: Share any holiday shopping promotions with us and we can help spread the word.

If your business is interested in participating in any of the above, please fill out this short form.
Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Holiday
COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES CERTIFICATE FOR WOMEN
Nov 19 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
WCU Biltmore Park, Asheville 
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Complete this three-day certificate program or register for one or more workshops to improve your effectiveness as a professional woman in a current or future management or leadership role!

Cost: $159 per workshop or $425 for the full certificate

 

Workshop Schedule:

Powerful Communication Strategies for Women
Friday, October 8, 2021
9 am – 3:30 pm
WCU Biltmore Park, Asheville
6.5 SHRM PDCs

Many women have built successful careers, but too few women have reached the highest levels in corporations, government, education and non-profit organizations. In ways that men do not, women must navigate a variety of obstacles, including cultural expectations and stereotypical views. In this day-long workshop designed especially for women, you’ll learn more about the status of women across disciplines, increase your understanding of key gender differences in communication, and build skills in nonverbal communication, listening and conflict management.

Powerful Presentation Skills for Women
Friday, November 19, 2021
9 am – 3:30 pm
WCU at Biltmore Park, Asheville
6.5 SHRM PDCs

The ability to present yourself and your ideas with confidence is essential for professional success and career advancement. In this day-long workshop designed especially for women, you’ll learn how to make a positive first impression, meet and greet with ease, and polish and practice your elevator pitch. You’ll build confidence and skills that will enable you to be heard in meetings, deliver presentations with poise and presence, and strengthen storytelling skills.

Self-Leadership Strategies for Women
Friday, January 21, 2022
9 am – 3:30 pm
WCU at Biltmore Park, Asheville
6.5 SHRM PDCs

Management expert Peter Drucker once said: “Being a self-leader is to serve as chief, captain, president, or CEO of one’s on life.” Self-leadership is your ability to set goals and to intentionally work to achieve those goals. This requires self-awareness, self-management, a growth mindset, and essential planning and organizing skills. In this day-long workshop designed especially for women, you’ll learn how to address feelings and negative self-talk associated with “the imposter syndrome,” grow and show confidence in your talents and abilities, and adopt proven time management skills to attain a healthy work-life balance.

Instructor: DR. BETTY FARMER 

Dr. Betty Farmer is an award-winning professor of communication at Western Carolina University and sought-after communication consultant and trainer. Her specialty areas include leadership and managerial communication, emotional intelligence, gender communication, crisis communication and communication skills training.

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Categories: Business and Networking Education
Saturday, November 20, 2021
ASAP is currently hiring for several positions and internships
Nov 20 all-day
online only

2021 ASAP board and staff

ASAP is currently hiring for several positions and internships.  Applications are accepted only by email. Please do not call or come by the office.

Growing Minds Program Coordinator will assist in the design and implementation of farm to school programs, including trainings/workshops for educators, farmers, community partners, parents, and volunteers; curriculum and resources; networking and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders; providing community outreach and engagement; assisting with grant writing and reporting; and other tasks in support of the organization.

The Assistant Market Manager is responsible for providing operational and promotional support to the ASAP Farmers Market/Asheville City Market year round (the current location is at 340 Victoria Rd., Asheville, but is subject to change). This is an hourly contract position scheduled for at-market shifts. Hours will vary based on market schedules and will average from 5-7 hrs./wk. Related responsibilities or support for other Local Food Campaign programs may be assigned as needed.

The Farmers Market Intern will support theASAP Farmers Market/Asheville City Market. Internships run 8-10 weeks, 6 hours weekly, and are available in the winter, spring, summer, and fall. Responsibilities include supporting market operations, including set-up; running special events; and, optionally, providing content for social media posts and weekly newsletters.

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
Businesses Get in the Local Food Guide!
Nov 20 all-day
online w/ ASAP
Get in the Local Food Guide!
2021 Local Food Guide and Full Share: A CSA GuideEvery year, ASAP calls more than 1,400 businesses to update our Local Food Guide and CSA guide so that we get the most accurate information about connecting with local food and farms. We’ve started making calls for 2022!
Want to get a head start on updating your listing? You can give us a call (828-236-1282) or do it yourself online (click login in the upper right of appalachiangrown.org). The deadline to be included in the print Local Food Guide is Jan. 31 (or Dec. 31 for CSA farms).⁣
⁣
Have a new farm, restaurant, retail outlet, or other locally sourcing food business that you want to be listed? Go to appalachiangrown.org and click Get in the Guide.⁣ An online listing is completely free.
Read more
Categories: Business and Networking
International Living Wage Week!
Nov 20 all-day
online

You can celebrate Living Wage Week by talking about living wages and taking action.

This Living wage week, we invite you to get involved in a few ways:

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
Sunday, November 21, 2021
ASAP is currently hiring for several positions and internships
Nov 21 all-day
online only

2021 ASAP board and staff

ASAP is currently hiring for several positions and internships.  Applications are accepted only by email. Please do not call or come by the office.

Growing Minds Program Coordinator will assist in the design and implementation of farm to school programs, including trainings/workshops for educators, farmers, community partners, parents, and volunteers; curriculum and resources; networking and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders; providing community outreach and engagement; assisting with grant writing and reporting; and other tasks in support of the organization.

The Assistant Market Manager is responsible for providing operational and promotional support to the ASAP Farmers Market/Asheville City Market year round (the current location is at 340 Victoria Rd., Asheville, but is subject to change). This is an hourly contract position scheduled for at-market shifts. Hours will vary based on market schedules and will average from 5-7 hrs./wk. Related responsibilities or support for other Local Food Campaign programs may be assigned as needed.

The Farmers Market Intern will support theASAP Farmers Market/Asheville City Market. Internships run 8-10 weeks, 6 hours weekly, and are available in the winter, spring, summer, and fall. Responsibilities include supporting market operations, including set-up; running special events; and, optionally, providing content for social media posts and weekly newsletters.

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
Businesses Get in the Local Food Guide!
Nov 21 all-day
online w/ ASAP
Get in the Local Food Guide!
2021 Local Food Guide and Full Share: A CSA GuideEvery year, ASAP calls more than 1,400 businesses to update our Local Food Guide and CSA guide so that we get the most accurate information about connecting with local food and farms. We’ve started making calls for 2022!
Want to get a head start on updating your listing? You can give us a call (828-236-1282) or do it yourself online (click login in the upper right of appalachiangrown.org). The deadline to be included in the print Local Food Guide is Jan. 31 (or Dec. 31 for CSA farms).⁣
⁣
Have a new farm, restaurant, retail outlet, or other locally sourcing food business that you want to be listed? Go to appalachiangrown.org and click Get in the Guide.⁣ An online listing is completely free.
Read more
Categories: Business and Networking
International Living Wage Week!
Nov 21 all-day
online

You can celebrate Living Wage Week by talking about living wages and taking action.

This Living wage week, we invite you to get involved in a few ways:

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
Monday, November 22, 2021
ASAP is currently hiring for several positions and internships
Nov 22 all-day
online only

2021 ASAP board and staff

ASAP is currently hiring for several positions and internships.  Applications are accepted only by email. Please do not call or come by the office.

Growing Minds Program Coordinator will assist in the design and implementation of farm to school programs, including trainings/workshops for educators, farmers, community partners, parents, and volunteers; curriculum and resources; networking and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders; providing community outreach and engagement; assisting with grant writing and reporting; and other tasks in support of the organization.

The Assistant Market Manager is responsible for providing operational and promotional support to the ASAP Farmers Market/Asheville City Market year round (the current location is at 340 Victoria Rd., Asheville, but is subject to change). This is an hourly contract position scheduled for at-market shifts. Hours will vary based on market schedules and will average from 5-7 hrs./wk. Related responsibilities or support for other Local Food Campaign programs may be assigned as needed.

The Farmers Market Intern will support theASAP Farmers Market/Asheville City Market. Internships run 8-10 weeks, 6 hours weekly, and are available in the winter, spring, summer, and fall. Responsibilities include supporting market operations, including set-up; running special events; and, optionally, providing content for social media posts and weekly newsletters.

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
Businesses Get in the Local Food Guide!
Nov 22 all-day
online w/ ASAP
Get in the Local Food Guide!
2021 Local Food Guide and Full Share: A CSA GuideEvery year, ASAP calls more than 1,400 businesses to update our Local Food Guide and CSA guide so that we get the most accurate information about connecting with local food and farms. We’ve started making calls for 2022!
Want to get a head start on updating your listing? You can give us a call (828-236-1282) or do it yourself online (click login in the upper right of appalachiangrown.org). The deadline to be included in the print Local Food Guide is Jan. 31 (or Dec. 31 for CSA farms).⁣
⁣
Have a new farm, restaurant, retail outlet, or other locally sourcing food business that you want to be listed? Go to appalachiangrown.org and click Get in the Guide.⁣ An online listing is completely free.
Read more
Categories: Business and Networking
No Cost Holiday Promotional Opportunities for Downtown Businesses
Nov 22 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
online
The holidays are right around the corner. We have a few holiday promotions downtown businesses can participate in:

  • Downtown Holiday Windows Walking Tour: if you’re decorating your windows for the holidays, this is an easy way to get some publicity. You can also enter the Windows Contest.
  • Gift Card Swap: You provide 5 $20 gift cards for your business, and in return, you receive 5 $20 gift cards from other downtown businesses. You can use these any way you’d like…hold a raffle, gift with purchase or reward your employees.
  • Holiday Shopping Promos: Share any holiday shopping promotions with us and we can help spread the word.

If your business is interested in participating in any of the above, please fill out this short form.
Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Holiday