Remind me, what is a comprehensive plan?

What does the plan cover?

• Growth, equity, and conservation
• Transportation and connectivity
• Farms, forests, and environmental conservation
• Economic development, education, and jobs
• Health and recreation
• Hazards and resilience
• Infrastructure and energy
• Implementation of the plan

What can we expect to change?

• Mosaic Art Walk & Benefit | Thursday, May 18 | 5-8 p.m. | Participating Downtown Asheville art galleries | Free | Join Mosaic Realty in an evening of art-filled fun while supporting Asheville area nonprofits.
• Shut Up & Write! | Thursday, May 18 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Wedge Brewing Company, 37 Paynes Way, Asheville | Free | Whether you’re writing a novel, poetry, or your resume, surround yourself with other writers to keep you focused and accountable.

• Pack Square Artisan Market | Friday, May 19-Friday, Oct. 27 | 1-8 p.m. | N. Pack Square, Asheville | Free | This family-friendly, juried market features handmade goods from local + independent artists.
• Free Outdoor Movie - Big Hero Six | Friday, May 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Grovemont Square, 101 West Charleston Ave., Swannanoa | Free | Cinema on the Square, Swannanoa’s outdoor movie series, returns to Grovemont Square with a screening of “Big Hero 6.”
• Art Park | Friday, May 19 | 2-4 p.m. | Carrier Park, 220 Amboy Rd., Asheville | Free | Let nature inspire your latest painting — supplies provided by Grove Street Community Center.

• Asheville Habitat ReStore Spring Sale | Saturday, May 20 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 31 Meadow, Asheville | Free | Shop the spring sale where everything (yes, everything) is 25% off.
• The Beer Games Tournament | Saturday, May 20 | 2-7 p.m. | Devil’s Foot Beverage, 131 Sweeten Creek Rd. Ste 10, Asheville | $15 | Gather a team to play ping pong, cornhole, beer pong, and more with a beverage in hand — registration ends today, so act fast.
• Masquerade Ball 2023 | Saturday, May 20 | 8-10 p.m. | Banks Ave Bar, 32 Banks Ave., Asheville | $10 | Support Blue Ridge Pride by attending this safari-themed adventure, hosted by Divine the Bearded Lady.

• Uncommon Market | Sunday, May 21 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Foundy, 1 Foundy St., Asheville | Free | Shop from 115 local vendors at Asheville’s largest curated pop-up market.
• Outdoor Yoga + Live Music Therapy | Sunday, May 21 | 4-5 p.m. | Asheville Salt Cave, 16 North Liberty St., Asheville | $25 | Meet in the Peace Garden for an hour long yoga session enhanced by a sound bath courtesy of Billy Zanski of Skinny Beats Sound Shop.

• Spring Plant Sale and Market | Friday, Jun. 2-Saturday, Jun. 3 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | The North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville | $20 | The Market features unique plants grown in The North Carolina Arboretum’s Production Greenhouse and includes over 20 local growers + businesses, kids crafts, and live music.*

• Archetype Brewing is opening its third location on the South Slope at the former site of Harvest Pizzeria. Expect a rooftop bar, wood-fired pizza, Belgian waffles + house made gelato, and of course, Archetype’s signature brews.

• The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners issued two proclamations at its May 16 meeting. The first highlights May as Foster Care Awareness Month, recognizing the service foster parents provide. The second highlights May as Mental Health Awareness Month, shedding light on community mental health resources.
• Buncombe County is assisting the City of Asheville in extending the Leicester Highway bus route. The County also approved funding for a new bus route that will run from East Buncombe County to Black Mountain. See detailed maps of the routes.

• Talk about paw-poseful funds. Asheville Humane Society (AHS) received a $120,000 grant from PetSmart Charities to make veterinary care accessible in the Emma and Greater Deaverview communities. AHS plans to use the funds to grow its pet wellness clinics and expand its community solutions branch.

• Mission Health is holding a career fair for a variety of positions today, May 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. at UNC Asheville’s Kimmel Arena. Interviews and offers will take place on the spot for RNs, imaging techs, lab professionals, EMTs, and more. Don’t forget to wear your favorite sports jersey and bring multiple copies of your resume.

• East Fork’s collaboration with Momofuku drops today, May 18 at 12 p.m. The potters debut two new colors of ceramic sets, with “Orchard,” a deep forest green, and “Char,” a smokey gray. We have our eye on the Bitty Bowl Bundle, with two flavors of Momofuku’s chili crisp, tingly + savory seasoned salts, and four small bowls.

• Located in Rumbling Bald Resort at Lake Lure, this 2 BD, 3 BA home boasts a desirable floor plan with a main-level primary suite and a whole house generator. With access to Lake Lure and community amenities (a pool, golf course, fitness center + more), this home has it all.*

• Life hack: Order your paper towels online and avoid trekking home a giant pack from the store. This Bounty eight-pack is a best seller, or try the Amazon Basics twelve-pack.*
• We’re excited to bark about Botanical Bones, a new Asheville-based superfood dog treat brand featured in our online store (Six & Main). This brand offers goodies that are made with adaptogens + peanut butter. Give your furry friend something that is healthy and tasty — start shopping now.

• Um… is that a new water stain on the ceiling? Here are five common signs that you need your roof repaired.^

• See a screening of the “Black in Asheville” documentary, exploring the Black experience of Asheville, from the Antebellum period to the Civil War to modern-day.
  
• Take part in family-friendly fun with carnival rides, line dancing, and a magic foam experience.
  
• Plus, on Saturday night, hip hop stars Big Boi, Waka Flocka Flame, and Talib Kweli will take the stage at Salvage Station. Purchase tickets for the concert.