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Department: Parks and Recreation

City of Asheville completes aggregated solar project

Posted on April 11, 2022 by Christy Edwards

Recently the City of Asheville “flipped the switch” on a photovoltaic array, commonly known as solar panels, at the Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center on Shiloh Road. This is the fifth City facility to include onsite renewable energy production. This completes the City’s portion of projects included in the joint initiative to install solar panels on City of Asheville, Buncombe County, Asheville City Schools, Buncombe County Schools and AB-Tech facilities.

Wellness Wednesday – Explore, Connect and Discover through Volunteering

Posted on April 6, 2022 by Christy Edwards

Volunteers make an immeasurable difference in our community by filling the gaps that public service agencies and nonprofit organizations can’t bridge on their own. From coaching youth sports and mentoring students to keeping trash out of the French Broad River and growing fresh food in community gardens, Asheville has plenty of opportunities to get involved.

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Truck City AVL pulls into Asheville Outlets for family fun on April 9

Posted on March 31, 2022 by Christy Edwards

Mountain families have a chance to get an up-close look at big trucks, small trucks, transit buses, construction vehicles, and more when Asheville Parks & Recreation’s Truck City AVL returns to Asheville Outlets on April 9 from 1-4 p.m. Kids and adults can explore, touch, and ask questions about [...]

Wellness Wednesday – Creative fitness ideas for the office

Posted on March 30, 2022 by Christy Edwards

Easy, creative office fitness activities can help break up the workday and provide a mental and physical boost to help you work smarter.

Film festival highlights short films by women on March 30

Posted on March 28, 2022 by Kim Miller

Asheville Parks & Recreation closes out Women’s History Month with a screening of short films at Tempie Avery Montford Community Center produced by women from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30.

MLK mural on display at Senior Opportunity Community Center

Posted on March 24, 2022 by Christy Edwards

The Senior Opportunity Community Center has unveiled a unique mural of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., created by volunteers and staff. The art project was part of Asheville Park & Recreation’s Black Legacy Month programming in February. Combining paper craft and painting, the colorful and large panel conveys Dr. King’s hope for equality, justice, and a better tomorrow.

Wellness Wednesday – Use failures as learning opportunities for success

Posted on March 23, 2022 by Christy Edwards

From awards to photos on social media, we generally like to celebrate success. Often, we forget the mistakes, missteps, and miscalculations that may take place along the way. For many, the secret of success is that it can be built on the culmination of lessons learned from defeat. Those who turn failure into success are all [...]

Celebrating Women’s History Month – Asheville Parks & Recreation facilities remember local historic women, Part 2

Posted on March 22, 2022 by Christy Edwards

In honor of Women’s History Month, Asheville Parks & Recreation is highlighting parks, greenways, community centers, and other public spaces named for women throughout March.

Wellness Wednesday – Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in truly green fashion

Posted on March 16, 2022 by Christy Edwards

Nature has a huge impact on health and wellness. Multiple studies point to cortisol, stress, and anxiety levels decreasing in a calm, green environment. If you’re looking for an alternative to a party highlighted by brews on St. Patrick’s Day, check out this volunteer opportunity from Asheville Parks & Recreation. Community members are [...]

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City of Asheville seeking public input on the Municipal Golf Course

Posted on March 15, 2022 by Kim Miller

The City of Asheville Community & Regional Entertainment Facilities Department is soliciting qualified companies to manage the day to day operations of the municipal golf course. In February a Request For Qualifications was issued with a closing date of March 22, 2022. After companies submit Letters of Interest and Statements of Qualifications, [...]

Celebrating Women’s History Month – Asheville Parks & Recreation facilities remember local historic women

Posted on March 15, 2022 by Christy Edwards

Women’s History Month traces its beginnings to the first International Women’s Day in 1911. In 1978, schools in Sonoma, California celebrated Women’s History Week with events designed around March 8 (International Women’s Day). Following a conference about women’s history in 1979, President Jimmy Carter issued a presidential proclamation declaring the week of March 8 as [...]

Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and SilverArts promote health, wellness and creativity

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Christy Edwards

With ample opportunities for community members 50 years of age and better, the schedule for Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and SilverArts includes six weeks of competitions, demonstrations, and fellowship to exercise the mind and body.

Wellness Wednesday – Take advantage of “falling back” by resetting your sleep schedule

Posted on March 9, 2022 by Christy Edwards

To help understand the concept of daylight saving time, many of us were taught to “fall back, spring forward.” Although an hour is neither truly gained or lost during the year, the beginning of daylight saving time on March 13 can have an effect on your health. Good sleep habits are an element to success [...]

Wellness Wednesday – Literacy, nature, and movement combine for physical and intellectual development along StoryWalk® trails

Posted on March 2, 2022 by Christy Edwards

Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for a unique outdoor wellness activity to enjoy with children in their lives can visit Asheville Parks & Recreation’s StoryWalk® trails at parks throughout spring.

Asheville Parks & Recreation announces open interview hours for seasonal laborer positions

Posted on March 2, 2022 by Christy Edwards

Beginning March 9, individuals interested in joining Asheville Parks & Recreation’s team of seasonal laborers can walk in for immediate interviews on Wednesdays from 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Wellness Wednesday – Resources to help you prepare your income taxes

Posted on February 23, 2022 by Christy Edwards

General financial knowledge, budgeting, and loan and credit management are important tenets of financial literacy. However, resources for assistance with tax returns are top of mind this time of year. If the thought of filing taxes yourself brings up anxiety, there are a few programs worth checking out.

Film festival to benefit Helpmate calls for works from local women

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Christy Edwards

Asheville Parks & Recreation will celebrate Women’s History Month with a screening of short films at Tempie Avery Montford Community Center produced by local women from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30. Interested filmmakers are encouraged to submit original works for consideration by Tuesday, March 1. Film screenings are open to the public, and representatives from [...]

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