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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Thursday, August 31, 2023
Volunteer Opportunities with Literacy Together
Aug 31 all-day
Literacy Together
  • The ESOL Program has a waiting list of 100 people who have been waiting for months for tutors. We offer online and in-person volunteer opportunities and welcome volunteers from all over the world willing to tutor remotely. Tutors don’t need to speak the student’s language. Learn more here.
  • The Youth Literacy Program needs more volunteer tutors for the upcoming school year. The training will occur in person from Tuesday, September 12 to Thursday, September 14, from 1:00-4:00. We will begin supporting students in after-school program settings the week of September 18. We provide 1:1 tutoring support in multiple after-school programs in the Asheville community. Learn more here.
Friday, September 1, 2023
Volunteer Opportunities with Literacy Together
Sep 1 all-day
Literacy Together
  • The ESOL Program has a waiting list of 100 people who have been waiting for months for tutors. We offer online and in-person volunteer opportunities and welcome volunteers from all over the world willing to tutor remotely. Tutors don’t need to speak the student’s language. Learn more here.
  • The Youth Literacy Program needs more volunteer tutors for the upcoming school year. The training will occur in person from Tuesday, September 12 to Thursday, September 14, from 1:00-4:00. We will begin supporting students in after-school program settings the week of September 18. We provide 1:1 tutoring support in multiple after-school programs in the Asheville community. Learn more here.
Saturday, September 2, 2023
Volunteer Opportunities with Literacy Together
Sep 2 all-day
Literacy Together
  • The ESOL Program has a waiting list of 100 people who have been waiting for months for tutors. We offer online and in-person volunteer opportunities and welcome volunteers from all over the world willing to tutor remotely. Tutors don’t need to speak the student’s language. Learn more here.
  • The Youth Literacy Program needs more volunteer tutors for the upcoming school year. The training will occur in person from Tuesday, September 12 to Thursday, September 14, from 1:00-4:00. We will begin supporting students in after-school program settings the week of September 18. We provide 1:1 tutoring support in multiple after-school programs in the Asheville community. Learn more here.
Build Crew Work Days Hendersonville Theatre
Sep 2 @ 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, September 3, 2023
Volunteer Opportunities with Literacy Together
Sep 3 all-day
Literacy Together
  • The ESOL Program has a waiting list of 100 people who have been waiting for months for tutors. We offer online and in-person volunteer opportunities and welcome volunteers from all over the world willing to tutor remotely. Tutors don’t need to speak the student’s language. Learn more here.
  • The Youth Literacy Program needs more volunteer tutors for the upcoming school year. The training will occur in person from Tuesday, September 12 to Thursday, September 14, from 1:00-4:00. We will begin supporting students in after-school program settings the week of September 18. We provide 1:1 tutoring support in multiple after-school programs in the Asheville community. Learn more here.
Monday, September 4, 2023
Volunteer Opportunities with Literacy Together
Sep 4 all-day
Literacy Together
  • The ESOL Program has a waiting list of 100 people who have been waiting for months for tutors. We offer online and in-person volunteer opportunities and welcome volunteers from all over the world willing to tutor remotely. Tutors don’t need to speak the student’s language. Learn more here.
  • The Youth Literacy Program needs more volunteer tutors for the upcoming school year. The training will occur in person from Tuesday, September 12 to Thursday, September 14, from 1:00-4:00. We will begin supporting students in after-school program settings the week of September 18. We provide 1:1 tutoring support in multiple after-school programs in the Asheville community. Learn more here.
Dogwood Alliance Ambassador Meeting
Sep 4 @ 6:00 pm
online w/ Dogwood Alliance

We need inspired, compassionate Ambassadors. You can help to spread the word and speak truth to power. You can help us grow the movement to protect Southern forests and communities from destructive industrial logging.

By signing up to be an Ambassador, you’ll receive:

  • Regular updates
  • Exclusive event invitations
  • Opportunities to shape this important work
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
Volunteer Opportunities with Literacy Together
Sep 5 all-day
Literacy Together
  • The ESOL Program has a waiting list of 100 people who have been waiting for months for tutors. We offer online and in-person volunteer opportunities and welcome volunteers from all over the world willing to tutor remotely. Tutors don’t need to speak the student’s language. Learn more here.
  • The Youth Literacy Program needs more volunteer tutors for the upcoming school year. The training will occur in person from Tuesday, September 12 to Thursday, September 14, from 1:00-4:00. We will begin supporting students in after-school program settings the week of September 18. We provide 1:1 tutoring support in multiple after-school programs in the Asheville community. Learn more here.
Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers
Sep 5 @ 9:00 am
 Verner Center for Early

Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers!

For over 20 years, Verner Center is a local nonprofit in Asheville that primarily serves children ages 0-5 years who are living in high-risk vulnerable situations. They have a variety of needs – ranging from holding babies, helping with clerical duties, keeping their library tidy and up to date with books donated, teaching the children in the garden they have planted, general upkeep and maintenance of the garden, and reading with the children.

They have two locations – one in Swannanoa and one in West Asheville.

Tree Nursery Workdays
Sep 5 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sand Hill Tree Nursery

Join us for weekly workdays in the Sand Hill native tree nursery. Tasks vary and often include repotting, weeding, mulching, and other special projects to improve infrastructure and function.

Need to know

Please come dressed in work clothes with close toed shoes. Bring water and sun protection. All other gear and supplies are provided.

Volunteer Training Online w/ Literacy Together
Sep 5 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
online

 

Mary Magdalene
Sep 5 @ 7:00 pm
Online

Mary Magdalene Sacred Circle
I invite you to meditate with me and commune with Mary Magdalene’s sacred mysteries for healing, personal transformation and self mastery.

About this Event

Every nature, every modeled form, every creature, exists in and with each other. -Mary 2:2
You are the keepers of sacred magic, the template of the divine feminine, protector of the Holy Grail, the goddess, the Holy of Holies. She is known by many, many names, Magdalene being one. Keepers of the sacred flame, you are being called to come together in community to be held, seen, and to heal your wounds, our wounds of separation, struggle, and profound forgetting. Together, we will awaken, shift, heal, and evolve. Stepping forward with our unique light, truth, and expression of the divine in physical form. As we heal one and awaken, we heal the many, lifting the planetary vibration and collective consciousness together. We will unite all aspects of her beauty, wisdom, power, and grace. We will rise as one, shining in our greatest love.
-AW
Mary Magdalene’s story is shrouded in mystery and mysticism. In the sacred circle, we invoke her truth, wisdom, deep love and reverence for visceral teaching, clearing and activation.
Each month we will gather to connect and commune with the essence of this visionary aspect of divine feminine. We will explore the alchemy of Mary Magdalene in relationship to her Divine attributes of mysticism, love, sacred sexuality, Divine adoration, surrender, faith, and unity consciousness to awaken deeper levels of the Divine feminine to RISE with YOU!
I will offer teachings on alchemical interventions and guided meditation to invite the Divine Feminine to rise in greater ways of clarity, vibrancy and empowerment in your life.
Recurring every 1st Tuedsay of the month, 7:00-7:30pm EST
For questions please contact Adora: [email protected]

You may also like the following events from Visionaries Asheville & Beyond:

Next month, 5th September, 07:00 pm, Mary Magdalene Sacred Circle in Online
Next month, 19th September, 07:00 pm, The Mary Magdalene Retreat-Southern France 2023 in Cognac
This October, 5th October, 07:00 pm, Seeds of the Spirit Free Weekly Meditation Circle in online
Also check out other Health & Wellness Events in Online.

Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Volunteer Opportunities with Literacy Together
Sep 6 all-day
Literacy Together
  • The ESOL Program has a waiting list of 100 people who have been waiting for months for tutors. We offer online and in-person volunteer opportunities and welcome volunteers from all over the world willing to tutor remotely. Tutors don’t need to speak the student’s language. Learn more here.
  • The Youth Literacy Program needs more volunteer tutors for the upcoming school year. The training will occur in person from Tuesday, September 12 to Thursday, September 14, from 1:00-4:00. We will begin supporting students in after-school program settings the week of September 18. We provide 1:1 tutoring support in multiple after-school programs in the Asheville community. Learn more here.
Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers
Sep 6 @ 9:00 am
 Verner Center for Early

Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers!

For over 20 years, Verner Center is a local nonprofit in Asheville that primarily serves children ages 0-5 years who are living in high-risk vulnerable situations. They have a variety of needs – ranging from holding babies, helping with clerical duties, keeping their library tidy and up to date with books donated, teaching the children in the garden they have planted, general upkeep and maintenance of the garden, and reading with the children.

They have two locations – one in Swannanoa and one in West Asheville.

Thursday, September 7, 2023
Volunteer Opportunities with Literacy Together
Sep 7 all-day
Literacy Together
  • The ESOL Program has a waiting list of 100 people who have been waiting for months for tutors. We offer online and in-person volunteer opportunities and welcome volunteers from all over the world willing to tutor remotely. Tutors don’t need to speak the student’s language. Learn more here.
  • The Youth Literacy Program needs more volunteer tutors for the upcoming school year. The training will occur in person from Tuesday, September 12 to Thursday, September 14, from 1:00-4:00. We will begin supporting students in after-school program settings the week of September 18. We provide 1:1 tutoring support in multiple after-school programs in the Asheville community. Learn more here.
Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers
Sep 7 @ 9:00 am
 Verner Center for Early

Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers!

For over 20 years, Verner Center is a local nonprofit in Asheville that primarily serves children ages 0-5 years who are living in high-risk vulnerable situations. They have a variety of needs – ranging from holding babies, helping with clerical duties, keeping their library tidy and up to date with books donated, teaching the children in the garden they have planted, general upkeep and maintenance of the garden, and reading with the children.

They have two locations – one in Swannanoa and one in West Asheville.

Volunteer Training Online w/ Literacy Together
Sep 7 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
online
Friday, September 8, 2023
Mountain Song Festival
Sep 8 all-day
Brevard Music Center
Volunteer Opportunities with Literacy Together
Sep 8 all-day
Literacy Together
  • The ESOL Program has a waiting list of 100 people who have been waiting for months for tutors. We offer online and in-person volunteer opportunities and welcome volunteers from all over the world willing to tutor remotely. Tutors don’t need to speak the student’s language. Learn more here.
  • The Youth Literacy Program needs more volunteer tutors for the upcoming school year. The training will occur in person from Tuesday, September 12 to Thursday, September 14, from 1:00-4:00. We will begin supporting students in after-school program settings the week of September 18. We provide 1:1 tutoring support in multiple after-school programs in the Asheville community. Learn more here.
Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers
Sep 8 @ 9:00 am
 Verner Center for Early

Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers!

For over 20 years, Verner Center is a local nonprofit in Asheville that primarily serves children ages 0-5 years who are living in high-risk vulnerable situations. They have a variety of needs – ranging from holding babies, helping with clerical duties, keeping their library tidy and up to date with books donated, teaching the children in the garden they have planted, general upkeep and maintenance of the garden, and reading with the children.

They have two locations – one in Swannanoa and one in West Asheville.

Saturday, September 9, 2023
Mountain Song Festival
Sep 9 all-day
Brevard Music Center
Volunteer Opportunities with Literacy Together
Sep 9 all-day
Literacy Together
  • The ESOL Program has a waiting list of 100 people who have been waiting for months for tutors. We offer online and in-person volunteer opportunities and welcome volunteers from all over the world willing to tutor remotely. Tutors don’t need to speak the student’s language. Learn more here.
  • The Youth Literacy Program needs more volunteer tutors for the upcoming school year. The training will occur in person from Tuesday, September 12 to Thursday, September 14, from 1:00-4:00. We will begin supporting students in after-school program settings the week of September 18. We provide 1:1 tutoring support in multiple after-school programs in the Asheville community. Learn more here.
IC Imagine Fine Arts 5k
Sep 9 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
IC Imagine

Join us for the 8th Annual IC Imagine Fine Arts 5k and Fun Run on Saturday, September 9th!


We invite you to attend as a participant, sponsor, volunteer or spectator, and encourage you to share this event with family, friends and business associates. The more the merrier! All proceeds from this annual event benefit our Fine Arts Department.


This race specifically benefits the Fine Arts department at IC Imagine.

When IC Imagine first opened in 2014 our Fine Arts staff consisted of three people and our students were able to put on three public performances throughout the school year – 2 band concerts and 1 chorus concert, all of which only involved students in 5th-10th grades. This year, we have ten Fine Arts staff members and our students are scheduled to particiate in over 50 performances throughout the year. Our Fine Arts programs are growing and thriving and we could not be more proud of our students and teachers that are providing these amazing experiences to our community. We have the opportunity to expand our programs even more with our new building and space, but we need your help. Your support goes directly to providing throwing wheels for our visual arts students to study ceramics, purchasing band instruments, allowing our choral students to sing new music at each performance, and outfitting our new performing arts center with sound and lighting equipment.

Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers
Sep 9 @ 9:00 am
 Verner Center for Early

Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers!

For over 20 years, Verner Center is a local nonprofit in Asheville that primarily serves children ages 0-5 years who are living in high-risk vulnerable situations. They have a variety of needs – ranging from holding babies, helping with clerical duties, keeping their library tidy and up to date with books donated, teaching the children in the garden they have planted, general upkeep and maintenance of the garden, and reading with the children.

They have two locations – one in Swannanoa and one in West Asheville.

Asheville Outlets Hosts Wellness Expo with Yoga Nut to Benefit Babies Need Bottoms
Sep 9 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Asheville Outlets

Asheville Outlets will team with Yoga Nut to host a Wellness Expo on Saturday, September 9, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. with booth proceeds benefitting Babies Need Bottoms. The complimentary Expo will provide attendees with a wide array of fitness, health, and wellness tools, including a complimentary yoga session and a movement workshop focusing on spine and hip mobility for pain prevention. Additional activities will include an antigravity chair, mini acupuncture sessions, health & wellness coaching sessions, brain assessments, information on Medicaid and Medicare, blood pressure screenings, and more. For more information on the Wellness Expo, visit ShopAshevilleOutlets.com.

Sunday, September 10, 2023
Skinny Beats Sound Healing
Sep 10 @ 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
The Restoration Hotel Asheville

Attune your body to new frequencies as a euphony of sounds and music slow your brainwaves to a restorative state, leaving you feeling restored and centered. This one hour sound healing class is $35 and hosted by Skinny Beat’s Billy Zanski.

Monday, September 11, 2023
Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers
Sep 11 @ 9:00 am
 Verner Center for Early

Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers!

For over 20 years, Verner Center is a local nonprofit in Asheville that primarily serves children ages 0-5 years who are living in high-risk vulnerable situations. They have a variety of needs – ranging from holding babies, helping with clerical duties, keeping their library tidy and up to date with books donated, teaching the children in the garden they have planted, general upkeep and maintenance of the garden, and reading with the children.

They have two locations – one in Swannanoa and one in West Asheville.

Field of Honor in Black Mountain
Sep 11 @ 11:00 am
Field of Honor

The Kiwanis Club of Black Mountain-Swannanoa is presenting its first Field of Honor®. A field of American flags dedicated to military and first responders will be flying from September 11 – September 30th at the lot between the Black Mountain United Methodist Church and Harwood Home for Funerals (200 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC 28711). An opening ceremony will be held on Monday, September 11 at 1:00 at the field location and a closing ceremony will take place at 11:00 on September 30 to retire the flags. All funds raised by this event will be distributed to non-profit organizations and used for scholarships in the Black Mountain/Swannanoa area. Donations can be made at: https://www.healingfield.org/blackmountainnc23

Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Volunteer for the Annual Pedestrian/Bike Count
Sep 12 all-day
TBA
family of four riding bikes on the greenway

The City’s Transportation Department is gearing up for its Annual Pedestrian/Bike Count to take place again this year. Each year, the counts are held the week after Labor Day. Counts are taken on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday. This year, the dates are Sept 12th – 14th & 16th. The hours are on weekday mornings from 7 a.m. – 9 a.m. or afternoons from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. On Saturday, counts are from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Data collected helps staff identify bike/pedestrian trends and also helps in implementation of the recently adopted GAP Plan.

Volunteers are the backbone of this effort. No special skills or previous experience is required to volunteer.

Community members can sign up to volunteer a couple of different ways:

We will do our best to assign volunteers based on their location preferences but ask that folks have some flexibility. Community members are encouraged to sign up by early September.

All volunteers that complete their shift and submit the data they collected will be entered into a random drawing to receive a free annual membership from The Flying Bike (Thank you to The Flying Bike!).

Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers
Sep 12 @ 9:00 am
 Verner Center for Early

Verner Center for Early Learning needs volunteers!

For over 20 years, Verner Center is a local nonprofit in Asheville that primarily serves children ages 0-5 years who are living in high-risk vulnerable situations. They have a variety of needs – ranging from holding babies, helping with clerical duties, keeping their library tidy and up to date with books donated, teaching the children in the garden they have planted, general upkeep and maintenance of the garden, and reading with the children.

They have two locations – one in Swannanoa and one in West Asheville.