Take a seat for Park Bench Chats

Hosted by Asheville Parks and Recreation, these casual chats with Director D. Tyrell McGirt are a way to keep the Recreate Asheville conversation going.

A park bench in the sun at Martin Luther King Jr Park in Asheville

If you can’t make the July chat, mark your calendar for October, January, and April.

Photo by AVLtoday

In late June, Asheville Parks and Recreation (APR) released the Recreate Asheville draft plan with a last request for feedback before a final presentation to the Asheville City Council in August. And although this 10-year parks plan is nearing the finish line, we’re not out of the woods yet. And APR Director D. Tyrell McGirt is keeping the conversation going with Park Bench Chats.

Park Bench Chats are a chance for residents to share their ideas and opinions with McGirt during one-on-one or small group conversations. You can sign up for a 20-minute time slot (or just drop in) to let the director know what you want to see on the local parks landscape.

The first event will take place on Tuesday, July 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Recreation Park offices. Signing up is the safest way to go, but drop ins will be fit in, if there’s time.

More from AVLtoday
Here’s what winter weather to expect this weekend.
How the once mighty tree met its demise and how scientists + activists are working to regrow its legacy from right here in Asheville.
The Asheville chef and restaurateur will face off against 15 decorated chefs in the new show hosted by Padma Lakshmi.
Urban development consulting firm HR&A Advisors will use the committee’s recommendations to create the Millennial Campus Action Plan, which will be delivered to the University for review.
Four local organizations will administer grant programs through the city’s Small Business Support Program.
The Hawaiian and Texas-style barbecue fusion spot will be featured in an episode premiering this Friday, Jan. 30 at 9 p.m.
Whether you prefer snuggling an adorable rescue animal or smashing a car in the name of cupid, everyone can find their perfect match when it comes to Valentine’s Day events in Asheville.
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
From dustings to blizzards, we have a long relationship with snow here in the mountains.
Our area’s chefs and restaurateurs have been recognized with three semifinalist nominations for the coveted culinary awards.