Networking groups near Black Mountain, NC

Join us for a weekly gathering dedicated to strengthening Asheville’s vibrant community garden network! This meetup is open to everyone interested in community gardening—whether you’re a garden manager, a committed volunteer, or just curious about getting involved. We’re coming together to share knowledge, resources, and inspiration in support of sustainable, local food systems. Each week, we’ll dive into topics ranging from practical trainings and seed swaps to ethnobotany and collaboration opportunities. What to Expect: • Introductions & Networking – Connect with garden leaders and enthusiasts • Seed Swaps – Exchange seeds to diversify our local gardens • Skill-Building & Trainings – Sharpen your gardening and edible landscaping skills and learn best practices • Ethnobotany Discussions – Explore the cultural and medicinal uses of plants • Collaboration Opportunities – Find partners for shared projects and resources Whether you’re looking to learn, teach, or connect, the AVL Community Garden Meetup is a welcoming space to nurture Asheville’s community garden ecosystem.

Asheville Developers Network

Junior web and software developers meet once a month to give brief presentations on the tech they are currently learning. The purpose of this meetup is 1) Give student/new/aspiring developers practice talking about their projects. 2) Expose jr devs to tech they may not have explored yet. 3) Foster community among jr devs and widen their support structure. And 4) Give employers a place to come see and meet up-and-coming local talent. Presentations are up to 15 mins long with 5 minutes for questions and answers. 3 presentations are given per meetup.

After the presentations, attendees are invited to come to the social gathering hosted by The Asheville Coder's League.

Join a group of professionals from Asheville and its surrounding areas for 1.5 hours of networking. Meet and exchange information. Educate all members what you do so that they can become your marketing team and GET YOU BUSINESS.

Welcome to the BANG Broker Alliance Networking Group - a group for real estate professionals who are looking to grow their businesses through strategic networking and collaboration. Our meetups provide opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals, share insights, and collaborate for success. Whether you are a seasoned broker or just starting out, this group is the perfect platform to expand your network and elevate your business strategies. Join us to grow your business through referrals and build a strong real estate team. Let's connect, learn, and thrive together!

Smoke Filled Room Networking - Is a flashback to a time when business connections and relationships were built over the enjoyment of a beverage and a fine Cigar. Join us in a relaxed, sophisticated atmosphere where you can engage with fellow entrepreneurs, share referrals, insights, and explore new opportunities. Connect with WNC's vibrant business community, exchange ideas, and forge meaningful relationships that can propel your business forward. Free Admission: There is no cost to attend—our goal is to provide a valuable networking experience, have an excuse to enjoy a Cigar and build business.

Welcome to the Brown Girls Club of Asheville! This group was created with the mission of creating unifying experiences for women of color to foster affirming, supportive friendships across the city. Members can look forward to enjoying events such as brunch dates, book clubs, and brewery hangouts! Don’t forget traveling! We need the opportunity to build our sister circle, and to socialize, network in a relaxed environment, and to create long lasting friendships! The purpose of this group is to celebrate, affirm, and support women of color. Women who are allies for women of African, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian descent are welcome to join.

Welcome to the Asheville Deep Adaptation Workshop! Hey Asheville friends, and a warm welcome to our Deep Adaptation community! We're thrilled to have you join us on this critical journey through \*\*Breaking Together\*\* and beyond. Jem Bendell's insights have shaken us all awake, and now it's time to move beyond the shock and into action. This Meetup is your space to \*\*connect, discuss, and strategize\*\* for navigating the complexities of ecological overshoot and potential collapse. We're not about doomscrolling – we're about \*\*positive action, resilience, and building community\*\* in the face of uncertainty. Here's what you can expect from our gathering: \* \*\*Open and honest conversations:\*\* We believe in sharing our fears, hopes, and everything in between without judgment. This is a safe space to explore the big questions and find comfort in knowing you're not alone. \* \*\*Delving into Breaking Together:\*\* We'll dissect Bendell's framework, understanding the Four Phases of Collapse and exploring practical tools for personal and community resilience. \* \*\*Developing proactive strategies:\*\* From local food networks to skill-sharing workshops, we'll brainstorm and collaborate on ways to build a more sustainable and supportive Asheville in the face of change. \* \*\*Finding strength in community:\*\* This is about more than just information – it's about building meaningful connections with like-minded folks who share your passion for creating a brighter future. Whether you're a seasoned sustainability warrior or just starting to grapple with our changing world, \*\*you belong here.\*\* We welcome diverse perspectives, open hearts, and a willingness to roll up our sleeves and get to work. So, grab your curiosity, your courage, and maybe a mug of your favorite Asheville brew, and join us for our next meetup! We can't wait to welcome you into the fold and embark on this journey together. ⛰️

Code with Asheville, formerly known as Code for Asheville, is a volunteer civic technology organization. We mobilize a network of talented, civic-minded individuals who bring technology and data know-how to help communities and local governments work better. We facilitate data-driven conversations about community issues, advocate for transparency and access to open data, and help create tools to address community problems. To keep up with news and events, sign up for our newsletter.

This group is for anybody who desires to network and learn more about investing in real estate. If you are a seasoned investor or just looking at real estate as a possible method of creating wealth, come on in! We will share our ideas, expertise, deals, and collaborate to create a more sustainable business atmosphere for us to Thrive in. We will keep our members posted on new trends, rules, regulations, laws and other information necessary to make informed decisions. 

“Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full, and managed with reasonable care, it is about the safest investment in the world.”
-Franklin D. Roosevelt

Welcome to The Ramble Kids and Parents Group! This is a group for parents and kids in The Ramble to connect and make friends based on their shared interests. Whether your kids and you are into gaming, sports, art, music, hiking, biking, movies, skiing, or anything in between, this is a group to help make The Ramble community a great place for kids and their parents to have fun and create a sense of belonging. Our social networking features allow kids to join virtual playdates, participate in engaging group discussions, and share their hobbies with others. Please note that kids under 18 need to be accompanied to all events by a parent or guardian.

Welcome to Asheville Networking Group Happy Hour at Post 25 [2155 Hendersonville Rd, Arden, NC 28704](https://www.bing.com/local?lid=YN873x9522486087760733198&id=YN873x9522486087760733198&q=Post+25&name=Post+25&cp=35.4806022644043%7e-82.52558898925781&ppois=35.4806022644043_-82.52558898925781_Post+25). Feel free to bring with you your friends, business partners, colleagues.

This group is for healthcare professionals and caregivers to meet up and enjoy networking, sharing experiences, providing support, and building relationships. This group is to be welcoming and inclusive.

Your professional launchpad. PROpel AVL provides outstanding professional leadership development opportunities through educational seminars, service opportunities and networking for Asheville professionals between the ages of 21 and 40.  At PROpel AVL, we go beyond the ordinary. Imagine having exclusive access to top-notch workshops, rockstar mentors, local employers seeking talent, and a community of fearless young professionals like yourself. We don’t just offer resources; we serve up opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re fresh out of school or making your mark, PROpel AVL has your back. **[Learn more & join PROpel AVL.](https://www.ashevillechamber.org/get-engaged/special-programs/propel-avl/)** Formerly the Young Professionals of Asheville. 

Meet the Geeks is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization focused on providing a common contact point for the IT industry in North Carolina. For nearly 20 years, we have been building a network of professionals across all business sectors to promote relationships and the cross-pollination of ideas that foster growth in Western North Carolina. Join us at one of our bi-monthly social/ networking events or check out our Meet the Geeks website and our popular IT Job Board. Whether you're an IT professional or a business professional looking to hire one, our events will help connect you with the top in WNC IT.

A new group to socially connect gay men living in and around Asheville looking to share their experiences, have a good laugh, and broaden their friendship network with like-minded individuals.

This group is dedicated to people who want to enjoy their lives. This means accepting where you're at and consciously choosing to make the most of it. This is a group where you can be yourself with other like minded people. We'll do a wide range of activities from hiking to tubing to going out on the town to networking and giving back to our community and more. No matter what we do our goal is always to enjoy our lives and empower others.

Asheville Clinical Research Cooperative is meant to be a group where researchers, healthcare providers, and anyone wanted to participate in a clinical trial can network, learn about upcoming and ongoing trials in the area and just generally learn about clinical research in general.