Hive Ambition is buzzing with opportunity. | Photo by AVLtoday
In the words of Martina McBride, this one’s for the girls. If you’re a local lady wanting to expand your professional network, meet new friends, or work on your personal development, check out these groups and clubs around Asheville offering opportunities for women.
Networking groups
Hive Ambition
This hive of 100+ women is buzzin’. With in-person events and virtual workshops, this group offers meaningful connections and support to local professionals and entrepreneurs.
WomanUP
This initiative from the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce brings women in business together for support and mentorship opportunities — sign up for the group’s newsletter or join the Facebook group to learn about programming.
Power of Women
The group’s quarterly breakfast meetings feature talks from experts on topics ranging from women’s health to financial planning.
Social outings
The Beauty Boost
Work on your self-development with a laid-back group of ladies. The Beauty Boost offers seasonal socials and events in fitness and wellness spaces — check out the upcoming events.
Asheville Women Outdoors
Whether it’s a hike, camping trip, or post-adventure drink, this nearly 3,000-member Meetup group can help you connect with fearless new friends.
Mardi Gras | 4-11 p.m. | Little Jumbo Bar | Price of purchase | Keep the good times rolling with a stellar lineup of jazz musicians and craft cocktails.
Wednesday, March 5
Virtual Listening Circle | 12-1 p.m. | Zoom | Free | Resources for Resilience offers biweekly sessions where you can speak freely about stress and anxiety while learning tools to cope.
Bless Your Heart Trivia | 7-10 p.m. | Eda’s Hide-a-Way, Weaverville | Free | Gather a group and test your knowledge with host Harmon of Dumb Ashe Trivia.
Friday, March 7
Asheville Museum of Basketball Science | Friday, March 7-Sunday, March 9 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Asheville Museum of Science | Free | During this week’s SoCon tournament, kids can head to the STEAM Lab to learn the science behind making the perfect shot.
Asheville’s Doomed Duo: F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald | 5:30 p.m. | Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site | Free | Presenter Tom Hearron will take you inside the rich and tragic lives (and work) of the famed literary duo.
International Women’s Day Dance Party | 6:30-8:15 p.m. | Uphora Dance Fitness | $10 | Dance it out with a lively group of instructors to support YWCA of Asheville.
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$196. That’s the average deal Going finds for its members to fly round-trip to San Diego. | Photo by Griffin Wooldridge via Pixabay
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Hiawassee Street between Rankin and North Lexington Avenues has fully reopened to traffic. The section has been closed to complete stormwater repairs, but more closures are expected in winter 2026 for permanent stormwater construction.
Cause
Help Southside Community Farm prep for the spring growing season at a volunteer workday this Sunday, March 9. Head to the farm at noon with closed-toed shoes and a water bottle in tow. Check out our volunteering guide to find more service opportunities.
Eat
Celebrate the resilience of the restaurant community at the Asheville Independent Restaurant Association’s Taste of Asheville event on Thursday, April 3. Grab a ticket to indulge in food and beverages from more than 45 local purveyors.
Number
$50k. That’s how much funding Optimist Ventures, a program of Venture Asheville, is offering to 20 local companies during a 15-week accelerator program. See the terms + eligibility of the program and apply by Sunday, March 23.
Announced
The US Small Business Administration has extended the deadline for its physical damage loan in NC to Sunday, April 27, after the federal funding lapse. For more information on business physical disaster loans and home and personal property loans, visit the Business Resource Center at AB Tech or the Asheville Chamber of Commerce.
Plan Ahead
Turn around, bright eyes. A total eclipse of the heart moon will take place in the early hours of Friday, March 14. Find out when you can catch the best view.
Job
Do you have a passion for all things Northern Virginia, a knack for storytelling, and a drive to engage readers? We’re hiring over at our newest market. We are looking for a creative and dynamic Newsletter Editor to join our team at NOVAtoday and lead the charge in crafting daily, hyper-local content. We’ve got the perks just for you: competitive salary, 401K with company match of 4%, and so much more. Apply now.
This historic Black Mountain cottage sits two blocks from Lake Tomahawk (hello, morning strolls along the water) and features authentic pine floors, a cozy, covered front porch, and all the backyard space you could ever need. See all 20+ pics.*
Biz
Small business owners, employers, and hiring managers — if you’re struggling to find the right candidates, it’s time to try AVLtoday Job Board. Post your first job listing for free + get connected with top-quality local talent.
Category
Sports
🏀 Get your head in the game
The 2025 Southern Conference Basketball Championships begins this Thursday, March 6. | Photo by Todd Drexler
Hey, sports fans. In case it’s not already on your radar — the SoCon Basketball Championships kick off at Harrah’s Cherokee Center - Asheville this Thursday, March 6, and runs through Monday, March 10.
This annual college basketball tournament features men’s and women’s teams in a bracketed playoff from the Southern Conference. Over five days, 10 teams will compete for the championship title and entry to the NCAA Tournament — with most games airing on the ESPN network.
The women’s tournament is up first, with games from Thursday, March 6, to Friday, March 7. The championship takes place Sunday, March 9. The men’s tournament starts a day later, with matches running from Friday, March 7 to Monday, March 10.
Don’t have tickets yet? There’s still time. Tickets are available starting at $24.70 for general admission. Pro tip: Fill out brackets for the women’s and men’s teams ahead of time for a little friendly competition.
A cast-iron smash burger press. Made from high-quality cast iron, this grill press uses pressure to improve flavor and texture, get restaurant-quality sear marks, and speed up cooking time of fish, burgers, sandwiches, and more.
I’m back again to talk to you about popcorn. If you’re grabbing a bag of Poppy Hand-Crafted Popcorn online — because everyone needs a bag of pimento cheese popcorn in their life — use the code AMS25 for 30% of the order to be donated to Asheville Music School. You’ll be helping to fund the school’s scholarships and outreach programs, all while snackin’.
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