Helping to find missing people. Hopefully we will never have to meet except for training. Please post your phone number in your profile so we can contact you if neeed. As more people join, we will setup a phone tree to get the word out. I will attempt to make EVERYONE an asistant organizer in order to allow for open communication. DO NOT ABUSE THIS. This site is to be used for emergencies and training only. PLEASE respect this. Thank you. ~C~

Welcome to Asheville to all of our Transplanted Friends! Welcome to Western North Carolina’s Meetup group for all y’all who have come from all over the world to make these mountains your home. Whether you just got off the plane or have been here for decades, this group is for you. For the last three years, even as we have been known as the Asheville Ex-New Yorkers Meetup Group, we opened up this great group to include folks from cities all over the world. As long as you are friendly, inclusive, …

Welcome to Asheville's Raw & Living Foods Community. The food we eat plays a vital role in how well and how long we live and how much joy, bliss and energy we feel. There is a major shift in consciousness taking place on our planet. Eating a diet rich in whole organic raw foods full of youth-enhancing enzymes and vital pranic energy provides the optimum means to create a fully-integrated body, mind and spirit to enable us to move calmly, fearlessly and boldly into this new reality  -- a reality …

The Ethical Society of Asheville is a humanist, non-theistic alternative to traditional religion and a member organization of the American Ethical Union. The American Ethical Union is affiliated with the American Humanist Association, the International Humanist and Ethical Union, and the Secular Coalition of America. Our meeting topics are educational, philosophical and of current interest. We are inspired by the ideal that the supreme aim of human life is working to create a more humane society …

This group provides an ongoing opportunity for Asheville area lesbians to socialize over Sunday brunch and other events. About twice a month, we will post the event details and location. If a contribution is needed, the amount will be included. To help your host plan, be sure to rsvp for each brunch/event asap. Bring your friendly vibe, make new friends, enjoy conversation...have fun! If you are interested in hosting a brunch or other activity, please contact the organizer, Gwen.

We are a group dedicated to the learning and sharing of our unique gifts and talents to better our understanding of this world and other worldly dimensions.  Our gatherings are focused on the sharing of divine knowledge as well as giving us the opportunity to both give and receive healing in both our emotional and physical bodies in a safe, supportive environment. This has been great way to deepen your skills within the synergy of a group dynamic, and to learn from one another.  Our main focus h …

We are a female-only group and the purpose of this group is to get together with other women for fun and laughs.  Our monthly dinners are very popular and a great way to meet someone different each month as we have women from all walks of life in our group.  Unlike a specialized group we have different activities all the time - movies, dinner, music, crafts, sports, hiking, etc - whatever you're up for.  If you don't see anything on the schedule that interests you, then make a suggestion for the …

WHAT: The Ethical Society of Asheville has initiated a “BUYCOTT for a Living Wage” to thank and support businesses that have been certified as Living-Wage Employers by Just Economics of WNC. Certified businesses are listed at www.justeconomicswnc.org. HOW: The process is easy. Your organization prints “BUYCOTT thank-you” notes for your members to carry with them. Members who patronize a living-wage business hand the cashier or waiter a thank-you note explaining that one reason for patronizing …

Three Baskets was designed in 2010 by friends and family of those diagnosed by cancer who recognized the physiological, spiritual and physical needs  left unattended during diagnosis, treatment and recovery. Our organization is s reflection of the growing awareness in the community that health and wellness is a balance of the mind, spirit and body, which we call the "Three Baskets." It is our hope to alleviate some of the distress and isolation of diagnosis by organizing a "Comprehensive Cancer …

This is a Meetup group of like-minded photographers who specialize in portrait photography work. We welcome all skill levels, from beginners to professionals!   Our mission at PPG is to provide fun and affordable opportunities to broaden your skill set in all areas of photography. We are an interactive learning group dedicated to sharing information amongst each other and supporting one another in the quest to capture that perfect image.   If you love photographing people, then this Meetup group …

I am the Administrative Director of Ganden Kadampa Buddhist Center in Columbia, SC and I organized this Meetup group to let more people know about our Center and the benefits of meditation and Buddhist teachings. I have received so much positive benefit from practicing meditation and Buddhism, and it is my hope that others will also receive benefit from it through our Center. If you are interested in meditation and practical applications of Buddha's teachings that are applicable to our busy liv …

We are not survivalist or hoarders, but aim to share sustainability & peace in the midst of chaos by preparing & developing skills. We are a zombie (topic) free zone. Protection and the right to bare arms is a fine topic, but we are not militant in action. Sharing sustainability, learning old lost skills and community support fore each other is our goal. Preparing in Faith not fear. Please note: We are a group for ACTIVE INVOLVEMENT not a passive chat only forum. If you do not attend 3 meetings …

On the last Tuesday of each month we will explore questions about the spiritual in modern life. The Gurdjieff Foundation of Westen North Carolina is a non-sectarian, not-for-profit organization engaged in the search for self-development through the study of, and work with, attention. The organization's activities include: discussion groups, meditation practice, sacred dance and work with crafts. GFWNC is linked to the Gurdjieff Foundation of New York and other centers worldwide. These Foundation …

Join Us for a Fun & Rewarding Experience Learning About & Volunteering to Build Green Homes including Tiny Houses (See also "Shipping Container Homes") Asheville Sustainable and Tiny House Building Co-Operative This group was initially started by Catherine in Asheville, NC. She started ASBCO because she was inspired by the Amish idea of 'Community', by Habitat for Humanity and the spirited people of Asheville. In the Amish community, everyone comes together to help with 'barn-raising'. We have …

WNC Humanists is a community of individuals who believe that Humanism offers both a realistic and responsible guide to a happy life without having the supernatural as part of their philosophy. The purpose of this organization is its concern for the advancement of human existence on earth through a philosophy that assumes the responsibility of all human beings for their own actions and for conditions in their culture. In applying Humanistic values to daily living we can advance healthy and natura …

Hello fellow Spectrumites! The Global and Regional Aspergers Syndrome Partnership (GRASP) already has over 7400 members worldwide. If you're on the spectrum, we invite you to consider joining. GRASP, as an organization, subscribes to a neurodiversity model of autism, which assumes differences rather than deficits. GRASP is a peer-run, support, social and political advocacy group for people on the autism spectrum. We are a highly diverse community of individuals, with an often unrecognized, non-m …

This group is for people who are already certified Reiki practitioners interested in or actively giving Reiki energy healing sessions for animals and the people who love them, either together or separately. Certification in Usui Reiki is preferred, but all traditions are welcome. We can have different subsets in the group, such as people who are interested only in Reiki for animals, or only Reiki for people, but all should have an interest in expanding the knowledge, awareness, and practice of R …

Scheduling some time for professional environmental advocates in Asheville to socialize regularly and enjoy Beer City USA. If you're not working for an environmental organization please consider visiting Asheville GreenDrinks to more generally connect with environmental issues and folks in the city.

Calling all Asheville singles! Do you find it hard to meet professional singles in Asheville? Are you new to town, and looking to make new friends? The Asheville Professional Singles group was created as a way to meet other single people in a casual environment. Its goal is to have fun, introduce you to others in your age group, make new friends, and enjoy a variety of social events. Beginning in January, we are planning to hold happy hours, brunches, house parties, wine and cheese parties, dinn …

Welcome to the meet up Latin Percussion Drumming Group. This group is for people interesting in learn how to dance basic salsa steps in 2 with Conga drum as well, hand learning and therapeutic experiences utilizing percussion and creative experiences of different combination of rhythms Salsa, Bomba, Plena, Cuban and Brazilian. The Latin Percussion Drumming Group is founded on principles of holistic experiences to rich individuals and communities while teaching listening skills, concentration, se …

This is a new group for fans and lovers of "The Beautiful Game". Organized by one of the local leaders in the Adult Soccer Community here in Asheville, we will meet up & watch major soccer matches as dictated by their respective schedules. Included will be all USA National Team games (we are about to enter the final phase of our regional World Cup Qualifications) and many UEFA Champions League matches and other major European league rivalries. This group is for the casual and serious fan and for …

This is a group for people who often find themselves asking, "Why?" or "I wonder what other people think," or "What's that all about?" You know, the curious among us. We'll discuss, and probably respectfully debate, such topics as: human behavior, relationships, alternative medicine, the meaning of life, organic food, emotions, the impact of the internet on society, crime in the US vs other countries, etc. Everyone is welcome to be an event host. Just let me know what topic you want to discuss a …

Locavoire Asheville Organica is an Affordable Monthly Organic Vegan Farm to Table Music Experience beyond anything you've ever seen, Guaranteed. Sourcing our produce from Sustainably Grown Local Farms, Non Alcohol Gatherings, Kid Friendly, and extraordinary Music Concert all held in spectacular venues in Asheville NC.

DARN was formed in 2005 to bring downtown residents together as neighbors, and to give them a voice in community issues. DARN sponsors neighborhood social functions, communicates with City officials on topics of concern to its members, and works with other organizations to make living downtown a positive experience. Our group is limited to residents of the Downtown Asheville Central Business District. The boundaries are I-240 on the North and West, Hilliard/Short Coxe on the South, Charlotte/Col …

The New Economy is the convergence of ideas and practices taking place nationally and globally that is dedicated to building a more equitable, environmentally balanced, and prosperous world for all. It is bringing people and organizations together to give practical shape to concepts such as economic democracy, green economics, social entrepreneurship, cooperatives, localism, living wages, conscious capital, solidarity economy, community currencies, etc. At Co-creating the New Economy, we will d …

I thought it would be great to create meet up where people with similar interest can share information about trails in WNC area and plan group ride/hike. I want all members to enjoy the ride without feeling pressure to catch up. I remembered riding with guys that I felt like throwing up. If you're a guy but don't have instinct to chase other bunnies/racing/compete, or go way ahead of us, you're more than welcome to join our ride. No matter how skilled/experienced rider you are, I hope we can alw …