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Learn about what kinds of pets can be kept in Asheville, as well as processes for licenses and pet vaccination requirements.

Apply to get hands on experience from The Asheville Police Department Explorer Post (#57) This is designed for applicants age 14 to 20.

Get help from The Asheville Fire Department with child safety seat installation education and assistance.

Learn about working closely with Community Resources Officers (CROs) to fight crime and improve the quality of life in the community.

School resource officers help protect our schools and provide guidance to youth about the juvenile court system and programs available to them.

Learn how to get a birth certificate, marriage license, or a death certificate.

Learn how to prevent deadly gun accidents and teach your children what to do if they come across a firearm.

Learn about adult and senior programs and how to enroll.

Learn about and enroll in teen programs like afterschool care, teacher work day programs, camps, and athletics.

Learn about and enroll in therapeutic programs like adaptive bowling, inclusive football, or cooking.

Learn about and enroll in enriching toddler programs such as arts, music, and sign-language.

Learn about the City's youth programs, including afterschool, camps, teacher workday programs, athletics, art and music, and more!

How to handle and prevent violence at school.