Ready to learn how to create systems that heal the planet and promote social equity? 🌱💪 Our Permaculture Design Course is not just about ecological sustainability—it’s about transforming communities through a lens of justice, ecological restoration, and emergency preparedness. This course takes place one weekend per month April through October. In this course, you'll learn
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Community Events Calendar
ASAP offers a free calendar for community members to post local food and farm events. These events are user-submitted and event details should be confirmed with the host.
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AgOptions staff are holding informational meetings throughout August and September to discuss the 2026 WNC AgOptions grant program, application timeline, and answer questions. Dates and locations for all of the meetings are posted on the AgOptions website: https://wncagoptions.org Although not required, attendance does provide helpful information and gives applicants the opportunity to ask questions and |
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AgOptions staff are holding informational meetings throughout August and September to discuss the 2026 WNC AgOptions grant program, application timeline, and answer questions. Dates and locations for all of the meetings are posted on the AgOptions website: https://wncagoptions.org Although not required, attendance does provide helpful information and gives applicants the opportunity to ask questions and |
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AgOptions staff are holding informational meetings throughout August and September to discuss the 2026 WNC AgOptions grant program, application timeline, and answer questions. Dates and locations for all of the meetings are posted on the AgOptions website: https://wncagoptions.org Although not required, attendance does provide helpful information and gives applicants the opportunity to ask questions and |
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3 events,A Hickory Nut Gap tradition. Bring your mat and mindfulness to the Big Barn to get centered with Fairview-based yogi Mary Beth! Mary Beth believes yoga should be potent, but playful. She strives to deliver fluid, well balanced vignettes that offer physical expansion and mental restoration. She teaches gentle and vinyasa flow, all levels welcome!
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We are gathering in the garden on Sunday, September 7th from 4-7pm to celebrate renewal and relationships in the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden. Our Garden Party will be held in our very own Dr. John Wilson Community Garden at 99 White Pine Dr, Black Mountain. The event will feature live music from Becki and |
4 events,Hands On Holistic Management (HOHM) exists to deliver the Savory Institute’s Holistic Management curriculum through real-world instruction on diversified working lands. Designed for active farmers and land managers, but applicable to everyone, this course will prepare you to regenerate land, businesses and networks by applying system level insight to your unique circumstances. We believe in
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AgOptions staff are holding informational meetings throughout August and September to discuss the 2026 WNC AgOptions grant program, application timeline, and answer questions. Dates and locations for all of the meetings are posted on the AgOptions website: https://wncagoptions.org Although not required, attendance does provide helpful information and gives applicants the opportunity to ask questions and |
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Part of the Asheville Local Labs series, the Urban Manufacturing Alliance (soon to be Mechanism), is hosting a Broad Stakeholder Group meeting in September! This event will be part discussion and part working session: Through a series of prompts, participants will help map the capital landscape as it relates to Food and Bev manufacturing businesses
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Part of the Asheville Local Labs series, the Urban Manufacturing Alliance (soon to be Mechanism), is hosting a Broad Stakeholder Group meeting in September! This event will be part discussion and part working session: Through a series of prompts, participants will help map the capital landscape as it relates to Food and Bev manufacturing businesses |
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AgOptions staff are holding informational meetings throughout August and September to discuss the 2026 WNC AgOptions grant program, application timeline, and answer questions. Dates and locations for all of the meetings are posted on the AgOptions website: https://wncagoptions.org Although not required, attendance does provide helpful information and gives applicants the opportunity to ask questions and |
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The native wildflower diversity of the Southern Appalachians is nearly unmatched. From early spring bloomers in hot, humid bottomlands to autumn asters on dry, rocky summits, there’s a beautiful flower for every habitat and season! Inviting these wild creatures to live in our gardens, wildflower meadows, or even pots on our porches benefits humans, wildlife, |
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Lunch from High Ridge BBQ and one ounce of high quality stratified seed are included in the price of registration! There have been some interesting changes in the world of ginseng production! In this workshop we'll review production, marketing, security and a variety of other topics around the production and sales of ginseng in Western |
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ASAP's 2025 Farm Tour will take place Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 20-21, noon to 5 p.m. Participating farms will be announced in late June or early July. All farms will be within one hour of Asheville. One pass is good for all passengers in a single vehicle at all farms, both days. Passes are $35 |
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ASAP's 2025 Farm Tour will take place Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 20-21, noon to 5 p.m. Participating farms will be announced in late June or early July. All farms will be within one hour of Asheville. One pass is good for all passengers in a single vehicle at all farms, both days. Passes are $35
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The native pawpaw tree is being “rediscovered” by growing enthusiasts across the southeast. An understory tree with a delightful fruit described as “creamy blend of banana, mango, and a subtle hint of vanilla custard,” it is a wonderful addition to an actively stewarded property or a forest farm. Join Seren Petrichor as we explore his |
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Organic Crop Management is a FREE webinar series led by local farmers and agricultural resource specialists. Growers will gain the tools to manage soil health, weeds, pests, and diseases for the whole farm. Each session also addresses standards and record-keeping requirements for applying for and maintaining Organic Certification. Schedule: All sessions are Monday evenings, September |
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Join us for the WNC Seed & Plant Swap on Thursday, September 25 from 3–6 PM at the Stephens-Lee Community Center in Asheville! This free, community-building event is the perfect place to connect with fellow gardeners, farmers, and plant lovers. Find seeds, plants, and related products for swap or purchase, and enjoy demonstrations and workshops,
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Join us for a community celebration honoring the growth, grit, and generosity that took root after Hurricane Helene. Root Cause Farm has more than doubled its food distribution, while Patton Allen Real Estate pivoted to serve as a supply hub when the community needed it most. Today, both continue to support a region where recovery, |
3 events,Eliada’s biggest annual event of the year! Ring in the Fall season with an Asheville tradition – Eliada’s 8-acre Corn Maze. Enjoy our fall- themed activities from our tractor ride to a fun experience on the jumping pillow, maze, games and more! We collaborate with schools and businesses to offer special opportunities for educational field |
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Our September event will be hosted at Addison Vineyard in Leicester, NC, on September 27th, an auspicious day for those in the local region. This is our first time hosting a Trial to Table at this beautiful location, but Chris (Executive Director) and Terri (Culinary Director) know it well. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, |
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From Spore to Spawn Imagine being able to find a wild mushroom then use its spores to create your own spawn. Learning sterile lab techniques allows you to select genetics that are optimized to your bioregion and never have to buy spawn again. You can grow whatever mushrooms you want. What You Receive Access
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The Carolina Mountain Cheesefest will be returning this September 28th 2025! Tickets for the 2025 Cheesefest will be on sale starting July 21, 2025! Come and enjoy all things cheese related and meet cheese makers and cheese lovers. We hope to see you at Oak and Grist Distilling Company and look forward to re-uniting with
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Join longtime forest farmer Robert Eidus for a look at how to cultivate and sell woodland botanicals, including wild-simulated ginseng and goldenseal, as well as other popular and abundant understory botanicals. Robert will showcase his woodland botanical plantings and share insights on site selection, propagation, harvesting, and sustainability. |
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Organic Crop Management is a FREE webinar series led by local farmers and agricultural resource specialists. Growers will gain the tools to manage soil health, weeds, pests, and diseases for the whole farm. Each session also addresses standards and record-keeping requirements for applying for and maintaining Organic Certification. Schedule: All sessions are Monday evenings, September |
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Are you dreaming of starting your own farm? Farm Dreams is an entry-level workshop designed for individuals seeking practical, common-sense information on sustainable farming and how to progress. This workshop is ideal for those in the exploratory stages of starting a farm. You will learn about sustainable farming careers in Western North Carolina; discover and |
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Join Nursery Manager Greg Mason for a free class on groundcovers and privacy screens for Western North Carolina and North Georgia. Learn about plants that stabilize slopes, prevent erosion, and create natural privacy barriers to solve your landscape's problem areas. FREE! |
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Jason Love of Highlands Biological Station leads an interactive butterfly workshop for kids and adults alike Participants will explore Winding Stair's gardens with professional nets, learn identification skills, and may tag Monarchs for national research. Choose-your-price admission ($30-$5). |