Is your organization looking to help out with post Helene recovery? TAP into a new program designed to streamline the authorization of quick-action, community-led recovery initiatives on public properties impacted by Tropical Storm Helene.
Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) drives a colorful van full of games, art projects, and fun treasures to stoke the imagination into public parks and local neighborhoods throughout the summer. Rec ‘n’ Roll hosts Monday Imagination Days with free open play, Wednesday Theme Days with activities tied to a unique subject (advance registration required), and free pop-ups where anything can happen.
Learn more about recently approved UDO amendments that seek to encourage the development of more housing, with a particular emphasis on affordable housing initiatives, and to reduce barriers that are particularly challenging for smaller businesses
The Walton Street Park Survery is open. Take the opportunity to help shape the future of Walton St Park. A community-driven process to determine a vibrant reimagined use may activate the pool area year-round while respecting the pool and bathhouse's historic fabric to serve present and future generations.
Southside United Neighborhood Association, with the support of Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) today launched its community-wide survey to gather input on reimagining the historic pool area within Walton Street Park. The survey is open until May 31 and aims to ensure preservation of the park’s historic character while integrating modern amenities to serve [...]
The City of Asheville is pleased to announce a growing partnership with Southside Community Farm to provide access to fresh, free food at Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center. A new “Free Fridge” was installed inside the community center and will be stocked with fresh food and maintained by Southside Community Farm [...]
Come learn about the benefits of a local government career and opportunities currently available with the City of Asheville! MLK Jr Park September 26
City of Asheville launches Tree Inventory as part of Urban Forest Master Plan
Learn more about the role of a City of Asheville Neighborhood Services Specialist - and the big community based opportunity this coming weekend: The Festival of Neighborhoods
Join us at the Festival of Neighborhoods for food, fun and community connection
Join us for the Festival of Neighborhood! The fun, free event - a chance for community members to connect - kicks off Saturday, September 14, from 11 a.m.
The Community Space Upfit Project is an ARPA-funded initiative to provide five community spaces with technology and infrastructure enabling virtual community meetings, and emergency briefings: connecting residents in real-time no matter the situation. In a pioneering move aimed at bolstering neighborhood connectivity and climate resilience, the City of Asheville will be enhancing five community spaces across [...]