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City of Asheville announces City Hall winter holiday closings and service impacts

Posted on December 19, 2024 by Kim Miller

City of Asheville offices will be closed December 24-26, 2024 during the winter holiday break. City offices will also be closed on January 1, 2025. Helene Recovery Efforts Debris Collection: Helene-related debris collection will continue throughout the holidays. FEMA Disaster Relief Center at Asheville Mall will have holiday hours: December 24: Closed December 25-26: Closed December 27: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. January 1, [...]

City of Asheville offices close Nov. 28 & 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday

Posted on November 22, 2024 by Kim Miller

Asheville City government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, 2024 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Here is a roundup of City service holiday schedules. Points of Distribution and Community Care Stations PODs distributing non potable water, bottled water, MRE’s and blankets as well as Community Care Stations offering additional services [...]

New public restroom to open Downtown

Posted on November 20, 2024 by Meredith Friedheim

The City of Asheville is excited to announce the opening of a 24/7 accessible public restroom in the heart of downtown. Located in the public space at the corner of College Street and Rankin Avenue, the prefabricated facility is designed to enhance downtown amenities, promote public health, and support economic activity – all of which [...]

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Connect, Create, Celebrate: Asheville Parks & Recreation programs return

Posted on November 8, 2024 by Christy Edwards

From neighborhood barbecues and community gardens to teen gaming nights and older adult hiking clubs, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) activities and special events are often at the heart of people’s lives. As our community recovers together, parks and recreation programs are coming back to help build connections, create new memories, and make life [...]

City of Asheville offices to close Monday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day

Posted on November 7, 2024 by Kim Miller

In observance of Veterans Day, the City of Asheville offices will be closed Monday, November 11, 2024. Here is a look at how the City will be observing the day, and any impact to services. Veterans Day Ceremony A Veterans Day Ceremony will be held on Monday, November 11 at 11 a.m. at the Charles George VA [...]

City council meeting Asheville City Hall Tues. Oct 22, 2024 5:00 p.m.

City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: October 22, 2024

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Kim Miller

Please join us in person or virtually. Click on the agenda link to find out what's up for consideration and discussion.

Some City of Asheville parks reopen following storms, parks and recreation crews working to open more

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Christy Edwards

After closing three weeks ago following a series of massively destructive storms, some Asheville parks are ready to safely welcome community members back to explore, connect, and discover. As of this morning, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) crews have reopened 32 parks and continue to clear debris, examine playgrounds and other equipment, survey playing fields, [...]

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Move indoors for fall: Volleyball, basketball, pickleball and more at Asheville Community Centers

Posted on September 16, 2024 by Christy Edwards

With multiple parks featuring ballfields and volleyball, pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) offers plenty of opportunities to join pick-up games or play with organized sports leagues. As days turn cooler, trading outdoor courts for indoor activities can keep you active all season. Community centers offer open gym time throughout the [...]

City of Asheville Event Support Program accepting 2025 applications now through October 14

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Kim Miller

The City of Asheville Event Support Grant program is now accepting applications for the calendar year 2025. This program, facilitated by ArtsAVL, provides a competitive process for non-profit organizations to receive financial support for free and open events to the public, and conducted within Asheville’s streets, parks, and outdoor public spaces. Grant funds can help make special [...]

‘Powering Connections’ during National Senior Center Month

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Christy Edwards

Celebrated every year in September, National Senior Center Month spotlights how vital these centers are to the health and well-being of communities like Asheville. Senior centers provide support and encouragement to older adults, and offer a place for community members in the prime of life to discover unique interests, talents, and aspirations. This year’s [...]

City of Asheville invites the community to join us for the 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Kim Miller

Come, join the City of asheville as we honor those who were lost and those who served.

City of Asheville asks community to stay safe by staying out of the construction zone at Memorial Stadium

Posted on August 30, 2024 by Kim Miller

Let's stay safe and keep Memorial Stadium progress moving forward by remaining off the track while it cures.