Calendar of Events

Autism Awareness Family Day

267 W. Front Street 267 W. Front Street, Burlington, North Carolina, United States

Learn about how first responders interact with community members on the autism spectrum, meet police officers, and firefighters, and visit informational booths from local schools, police/fire safety, and local community resources.

Disability Advocacy Conference

McKimmon Center 1101 Gorman St., Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Join Disability Rights North Carolina (DRNC) Tuesday, May 2 in Raleigh for a one-day event focused on how we can be Stronger Together to advance disability justice in our state. DRNC’s annual conference brings together people with disabilities, family members, policy-makers, and other professionals in the field to share, learn, motivate, and create opportunities for […]

Buncombe County Special Olympics Spring Games 2023

TC Roberson High School 250 Overlook Rd, Asheville, North Carolina, United States

Join families, volunteers, and community supporters to celebrate and cheer for local Special Olympics athletes at the 2023 Buncombe County Spring Games at the TC Roberson High School football stadium. Like any local athlete, Special Olympics athletes need to hear the cheers and encouragement of their fans to reach their highest potential. Events include runs, […]

Caldwell Celebration of Life 2023

Mountain Grove Baptist Church 2485 Connelly Springs Road, Granite Falls, North Carolina, United States

In recognition of Older Americans Month, the Caldwell County Department of Social Services will host a walk-thru Celebration of Life Resource Fair on Friday. May 6, from 8:30 a.m. - Noon. Area agencies and businesses will be on-site offering information about various resources available to senior adults in the county.

MedAssist Mobile Free Pharmacy – Buncombe County

Arthur R. Edington Education and Career Center 133 Livingston St., Asheville, North Carolina, United States

The Mobile Free Pharmacy provides individuals and families who are low-income with free over-the-counter medicine. NC MedAssist collaborates with community partners to organize free events throughout the state. Individuals receive items such as pain relief, cold and cough medicine, allergy, digestive, vitamins, and even children’s medicines. You can pre-order the items you need, and they […]

City Wide Health Day 2023 – Vance County

200 Breckenridge Street 200 Breckenridge Street, Henderson, North Carolina, United States

Come and join us at the City Wide Healthy Health Day in Vance County. There will be information about your physical, mental, and dental health. You will also have the opportunity to update your vaccines, and dance Zumba!

Latin Fair – Avery County

Avery County High School 401 Avery County High School Rd, Newland, North Carolina, United States

Join the fun at the Avery County Latin Fair! Their hope is this special event will connect the Hispanic community with resources in Avery County. This event will include food, drinks, entertainment, community resources, and a presentation by OASIS.

Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Two-day Class – Asheville (Buncombe County)

Goodwill Career Center 1616 Patton Avenue , Asheville, NC, United States

WRAP® is an evidence-based self-management and recovery system developed by a group of people with mental health difficulties who struggled to incorporate wellness tools and strategies into their lives. WRAP® is designed to: decrease and prevent intrusive or troubling feelings and behaviors; increase personal empowerment; improve quality of life; and assist people in achieving their […]

Mitchell Senior Games 2023

Mitchell Senior Center 152 Ledger School Rd., Bakersville, North Carolina, United States

Vaya sponsored the 'Mitchell Ten Pins Bowling Team' to compete in the North Carolina Senior Bowling Game on May 11th, 2023. There is no entry fee. All are welcome to come support this dedicated team.

Healing Together 2023 – Henderson County

Grace Lutheran Church 1245 6th Ave W, Hendersonville, North Carolina, United States

Crossnore Communities for Children and Thrive, in partnership with organizations in the HART Collaborative, invites members of the Henderson County community to join them for a night of growth, healing, and conversation on May 11, 2023. During the evening you'll view the film "Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope," have Q&A […]