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SUMMARY:“Niconda Forever” – Inspiration from Her Forthcoming Book - by Niconda Garcia
DESCRIPTION:“Niconda Forever” – Inspiration from Her Forthcoming Book. Author\, community advocate\, and leadership consultant\, Niconda Garcia will present “Niconda Forever” – Inspiration from Her Forthcoming Book at the Sunday\, August 16\, 2026\, meeting of the Ethical Humanist Society of Asheville. The program will take place from 2:30–4:00 pm at 227 Edgewood Road\, Asheville\, NC. Niconda will present in person. We hope you will attend in person\, although a Zoom option will also be available. All are welcome. \nAsheville native\, Niconda Garcia\, brings her story to the pages of Niconda Forever\, which follows one woman’s journey to embrace her authentic self and inspire others to do the same. Through reflections on her personal life – like growing up in public housing in the Mountain South and a literal trial of teen love – Niconda shares an intimate portrait of her survival as a young Black woman in Asheville. This collection of stories from a lifetime of building community\, practicing radical self-love\, advocating for her children\, and speaking truth to power in the boardrooms of area institutions and nonprofits does more than simply reflect – it charts a path for others to follow in fighting oppression\, confronting injustice and creating meaningful change. \nWith more than 20 years of leadership experience in the nonprofit\, government\, and healthcare sectors\, Niconda Garcia helps individuals and organizations reimagine leadership\, challenge systemic barriers\, and build stronger\, more equitable communities. Her work is grounded in the lived experience of growing up in under-resourced neighborhoods\, advocating for children\, working within the criminal justice and nonprofit systems\, and helping others find their own voices for positive change.
URL:https://ehsasheville.org/event/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:Friends Meeting House\, 227 Edgewood Rd\, Asheville\, NC
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SUMMARY:AEU All-Societies Platform with Kai Bird: 'American Scoundrel: Roy Cohn’s Dark Journey from Joe McCarthy to Donald Trump'
DESCRIPTION:Kai Bird\, the Pulitzer Prize–winning coauthor of American Prometheus\, inspiration for the Oscar-winning sensation Oppenheimer\, will tell about his new book\, American Scoundrel\, a biography of Roy Cohn— the mastermind behind the current arc of American political life\, including the ascent of Donald Trump. The AEU All-Societies Platform is free to attend or stream. All virtual participants must register to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://ehsasheville.org/event/2026-08-16-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:“2026 Buncombe County Bond Referendum” – Panel Discussion in formation
DESCRIPTION:In November 2026\, voters in Buncombe County will have the opportunity to decide on two bonds: open space and housing. Should voters approve\, the two bonds will support conservation purposes\, including the protection of natural resources\, preservation of farms and scenic landscapes\, and the repair and development of parks\, greenways\, trails\, and other outdoor recreational opportunities and increase the number of housing units in Buncombe County for people of low to moderate income. \nOpen Space Bond – $30 million\nIf approved\, the average annual cost to the current median homeowner in Buncombe County would be $18. \nConservation Easements Vision\nDevelop a connected\, resilient\, and open space system that protects the region’s natural resources\, supports working lands\, enhances community well-being\, and provides access to nature where compatible with conservation. \nPublic Open Space Vision\nProvide a high-quality\, inclusive\, and resilient parks and recreation system that delivers safe\, accessible\, and well-maintained facilities\, diverse programming\, and meaningful experiences that enhance community health\, connection\, and quality of life for all residents. \nGreenways and Trails Vision\nDevelop a resilient and interconnected greenway and trail system that links people to communities\, nature\, and recreation while enhancing accessibility\, protecting natural resources\, and supporting long-term health\, sustainability and quality of life for all. \nHousing Bond – $40 million\nIf approved\, the average annual cost to the current median homeowner in Buncombe County would be $25. \nVision\nEncourage a diversity of housing as a foundation for affordable\, healthy\, and thriving communities\, particularly for the most vulnerable residents.
URL:https://ehsasheville.org/event/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:Friends Meeting House\, 227 Edgewood Rd\, Asheville\, NC
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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SUMMARY:Presentation TBA
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URL:https://ehsasheville.org/event/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Friends Meeting House\, 227 Edgewood Rd\, Asheville\, NC
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SUMMARY:"How to Live a Life of Great Value" by Jim Stokely & Lynn Brailsford
DESCRIPTION:“How to Live a Life of Great Value” will be presented by Jim Stokely and Lynn Brailsford at the Sunday\, November 15\, 2026\, meeting of the Ethical Humanist Society of Asheville\, 2:30 – 4:00 pm at 227 Edgewood Rd\, Asheville\, NC. Jim and Lynn will join us in-person for his presentation and Q&A. A hybrid Zoom option will also be available. All are welcome to attend. \n 
URL:https://ehsasheville.org/event/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Friends Meeting House\, 227 Edgewood Rd\, Asheville\, NC
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