ABBE Community Calendar – March 2024

Asheville/Buncombe Black Elders Engagement Project Activities and Events

Special Events

Pie for Pi – Thursday, March 14 from 6-7:30 p.m. Burton Street’s Pi Day pie baking contest is the place to be! Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place pies. Sample and vote for the best tasting pie. Pie bakers must have pies arrive promptly by 6. Registration required for pie bakers. FREE. Burton Street Community Center, 134 Burton Street.

St. Waggy’s Day – Friday, March 15 from 5-7 p.m. Celebrate our furry tail-wagging friends at the St. Patrick’s Day Pawty (dogs must be on leash). Refreshments provided for both canines and humans. Giveaways, music, festive decor, and the chance to win prizes (best dog costume, best dog trick, and a treat jar guessing game). Registration encouraged. FREE. Burton Street Community Center, 134 Burton Street.

March Madness – Sundays, March 24 and March 31 from 1-6 p.m. Watch the March Madness games, shown live all day Sunday. Light refreshments will be served. FREE. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Day Trip: NC Transportation Museum – Thursday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy lunch and then explore the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer, NC. This is a large museum with a good amount of walking. Cost: $5 plus cost of museum ticket. Please register at www.avlREC.com. Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road.

Spring Eggstravaganza – Saturday, March 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Outdoor egg hunt starts at 11:30 a.m. Food, refreshments, and crafts will be provided. FREE. Burton Street Community Center, 134 Burton Street.

Community Engagement Markets

Pisgah View Apts. – Wednesday, March 13 at 3 p.m. 1 Granada Street, Asheville.

Klondyke Homes – Friday, March 15 at 3 p.m. 500 Montford Avenue, Asheville.

Deaverview Apts. – Monday, March 18 at 3 p.m. 275 Deaverview Road, Asheville.

Big Ivy Community Center – Tuesday, March 19 at 8 a.m., 540 Dillingham Road, Barnardsville.

Asheville Middle School – Tuesday, March 19 at 5 p.m., 211 S. French Broad Avenue, Asheville. Drive through Market in front of the school.

Shiloh Community Market – Wednesday, March 20 at 3 p.m., 486 Caribou Road, Asheville.

ABCCM West – Friday, March 22 at 2 p.m., 1914 Smoky Park Highway, Candler.

Edington Center – Monday, March 25 at 3 p.m., 133 Livingston Street, Asheville.

Big Ivy Community Center – Tuesday, March 26 at 8 a.m., 540 Dillingham Road, Barnardsville.

Bartlett Arms Apts. – Tuesday, March 26 at 3 p.m., 121 Bartlett Street, Asheville.

Pisgah View Apts. – Wednesday, March 27 at 3 p.m., 1 Granada Street, Asheville.

>> View the full list of Community Engagement Markets at www.buncombecounty.org

Council on Aging Senior Dining and Wellness Programs

Offered to older adults, age 60+, who are registered with the Council on Aging of Buncombe County Senior Dining and Wellness Program. While there is no charge to participate, individuals are given the opportunity to expand services through consumer contributions.

Senior Congregate Dining at Grove Street Community Center – Monday-Friday, 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This program offers a variety of educational guest speakers, a nutritious lunch, and more. For more information, please call (828) 350-2062. Grove Street Community Center, 36 Grove Street.

Senior Dining and Wellness at the Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center – Wednesday-Friday, 12-1 p.m. Eligible adults can enjoy nutritious hot lunches from Moose Café along with weekly fresh produce in a fun, safe, and social setting. Call (828) 277-8288 to register. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Monthly Activities

A Capella Alive – Every Thursday from 6-9 p.m. A Capella Alive is a small non-profit chorus group looking for a few new members to join in as they bring joy to others by singing. Free. Call (828) 350-2062 for details. Grove Street Community Center, 36 Grove Street.

Balance, Agility, Strength, Stretch – Every Tuesday from 12-1 p.m. Work on flexibility, balance, stretching and strength. Taught by Liz Atkinson. Walk-in class; no pre-registration required. Bring your own exercise mat. Free. Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road.

Beginner Line Dancing with Denna – Every Monday from 12-1 p.m. Taught by Denna Yockey. Free. Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road.

Beginning Line Dancing – Every Thursday until May 30 from 12-12:50 p.m. Fun, drop-in class. Try it once and you’ll be hooked. Ages 40 and over. Free. Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue.

Bid Whist – Every Saturday until May 25 from 1-4:30 p.m. Follow suit, make your bids, call your trump, and win the tricks! Fun, free competition. Dr. Wesley Grant Sr., Southside Community Center, 285 Livingston Street.

Bid Whist – Every Monday until May 20 from 5:30-8 p.m. Teams are based on drop-in attendance. Light refreshments are served. Ages 18 and up. Free. Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue.

Bid Whist and Spades – Every Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Competitive card games with family and friends. Free. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

BINGO – Fridays, April 5 & 12, May 3 & 10. Held on the 1st and 2nd Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Snack will be served. Purchase a second BINGO card for $1. Prizes will be awarded. Free. Open to all. Grove Street Community Center, 36 Grove St.

Burton Street Senior Elite Club – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fun activities, planned trips, movie days, chair exercise classes, fellowship days, game days, and special meals prepared by different seniors from the group. Burton Street Community Center, 134 Burton Street.

Circle 8 Square Dancing – Every Tuesday from 6-9 p.m. Come out and meet some new people and have a good time square dancing. Free. Grove Street Community Center, 36 Grove Street.

Community Bingo – Saturdays, March 16, April 20 & May 18 from 1-2:30 p.m. Small prizes will be awarded. Ages 12+; youth 16 and under with adult. Free. Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue.

Edible Park Workday – Fridays, March 15, April 19, & May 17 from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Sponsored by Bountiful Cities and the EEVS Neighborhood Association. Free. Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue.

Friday Exercise with Delia – Every Friday from 10-11 a.m. Work on strengthening, stretching, and aerobics. No registration required. Free. Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road.

Folk Dancing – Every Monday from 2:15-4:15 p.m. Gentle circle dancing; no partner needed. Newcomers and beginners welcome. Drop-in. Free. Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road.

Game Night – Every 1st and 2nd Friday from 6-7:30 p.m. Trivia and Game show fun. Themes change monthly. Free. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Grove Street Card Sharks – Wednesdays from 2-5 p.m. Play a variety of games such as Bid Whist, Spades, Tunk, and more. Bring a partner and join the fun! Free. Grove Street Community Center, 36 Grove Street.

Gym BINGO – Thursday, March 14, from 1-2 p.m. Winners will receive prizes. FREE. Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 Washington Carver Avenue.

Health Education Leading to Prevention (HELP) Program – Held on the third and fourth Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m. Led by Kathey Avery, these classes focus on the self-management of chronic disease and diabetes as well as maintaining a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. No registration required. Free. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Healthy Living ABIPA – Held on the 1st and 2nd Wednesdays from 12-1 p.m. ABIPA (Asheville Buncombe Institute of Parity Achievement) focuses on promoting healthy living through advocacy, education, and research for African Americans and other unserved populations. Free. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Intro to Line Dancing – Every Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. For those who are new to line dance, join this beginners course. Taught by Liz. Free. Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road.

Line Dancing – Every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.; and Every Thursday from 1-2 p.m. Designed to help you learn the latest line dances step by step. Free. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Power Hour Exercise – Every Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. Gentle based chair exercise is fun and upbeat. All are welcome. Free. Grove Street Community Center, 36 Grove Street.

Qigong – Tuesdays, 1:15-1:45 p.m. A gentle form of exercise composed of movement, posture, breathing, and meditation used to promote health and spirituality. Free. Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road.

Scrabble – Every Sunday until May 26 from 1:30-5:45 p.m. Hosted by the Asheville Scrabble Club, come play this popular game with new friends. Ages 16 and over. Free. Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue.

Shiloh Community Association – Meets the first Monday of the month from 6-8 p.m. Free and open to the public. Focus on events for the community as well as pressing issues that affect the community. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Social Seniors – Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A variety of programs that include socializing and meeting new people, table games, trivia, cornhole, crafts, and more. We also offer an independent exercise area. Free. Grove Street Community Center, 36 Grove Street.

Southside Family Game Night – Fridays, April 12 and May 10 from 6-8 p.m. Family friendly. Your favorite board and card games will be available, or feel free to bring your own. Light refreshments available. Ages 5-99. Free. Dr. Wesley Grant Sr., Southside Community Center, 285 Livingston Street.

Southside Family Movie Night – Fridays, March 15 and May 10, from 6-8 p.m. Family friendly blockbusters in our auditorium. Freshly popped popcorn and drinks will be available. Movie titles will be announced closer to the event dates. All ages welcome. FREE. Dr. Wesley Grant Sr., Southside Community Center, 285 Livingston Street.

Strength & Exercise with Delia – Every Monday from 9:30-10:15 a.m. Work on strengthening, stretching and fitness. No registration required. Free. Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road.

Supermarket – Fridays, April 12 and May 10. Held on the 2nd Friday of the month. Offers a variety of free produce, canned goods, produce, and more. No registration required; all goods are on a first come first served basis. Free. Grove Street Community Center, 36 Grove Street.

Tai Chi – Every Friday until May 31 from 1:15-2 p.m. for beginners, and 2-3 p.m. for intermediate/advanced. Improve your movement and flexibility and practice relaxation techniques. Free. Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue.

Walking Club – Every Wednesday and Friday from 1-2:15 p.m. Come walk to the beat of your favorite jams to get your steps in. Walk at your own pace. Free. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Walk With Ease – Mondays, March 18 through April 29, from 10-11 a.m. FREE program developed by experts at the Arthritis Foundation and the Osteoarthritis Action Alliance. To register, please contact Brea Kuykendall at (828) 251-7438 or [email protected]. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Yoga – Every Monday from 10-11 a.m. For beginners and those experienced in Yoga. Slower paced movements focus on alignment, strength, balance, and flexibility. Free. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Zumba – Every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12 noon. Fun, Latin inspired exercise. Exhilarating and easy to follow. All levels are welcome. Free. Grove Street Community Center, 36 Grove Street.

Zumba Gold at Linwood Crump Shiloh – Every Wednesday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Work on your mobility while moving to the beat. This fun dance exercise focuses on cardio, flexibility, strength, and balance. Free. Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center, 121 Shiloh Road.

Zumba Gold at Stephens-Lee – Every Wednesday until May 29 from 12-12:50 p.m. Interval-style dance fitness party that combines low-intensity and high-intensity moves. Ages 40 and over. Free. Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue.

Zumba Gold with Liz – Every Monday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Spicy, fun, and a great workout. Walk-in program. No registration required. Ages 50+. Free. Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road.

>> View more events by going to www.buncombecounty.org/countycenter/events-calendar.aspx.

Asheville Buncombe Black Elders Engagement (ABBE) Project is an initiative of Age-Friendly Buncombe County. The mission of ABBE is “Outreach and engagement with Asheville/Buncombe Black Elders to promote wellness and prevent isolation.” The ABBE calendar is compiled from many sources, including City of Asheville Parks and Recreation, Buncombe County Community and Public Engagement, Land of Sky Area Agency on Aging, and Age-Friendly Buncombe County.