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Weekly Wednesday Drop-in

Weekly Wednesday program: Fursuit making

Uncle's Kitchen at Burial Beer Co.

Emerald Empire Showcase

Karaoke Takeover

Drop-in

Uncle's Kitchen at Burial Beer Co.

Timothy Kelley
Sports Leagues
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Asheville Queer Hikers is an informal LGBTQ+ hiking group that organizes weekly hikes of varying difficulty. The Facebook-based group has grown to over 500 members and is known for its inclusive, beginner-friendly adventure hikes .
Asheville Run Crew
Asheville Run Crew is an inclusive community run club founded in 2022 to create a safe space for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ runners . The group meets weekly for community runs and is active on Instagram @ashevilleruncrew .
Blue Ridge Roller Derby
Blue Ridge Roller Derby is Asheville’s first flat-track roller derby league, founded in 2006 . The league emphasizes diversity, inclusivity, and equity within its community .
Out in the Woods
Out in the Woods is an Asheville-based LGBTQ+ outdoor education nonprofit. They offer workshops (e.g., navigation and wilderness skills) and organized outings to help members build confidence in outdoor activities .
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