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As a queer, feminist collective we feature books and events that reflect our interests, and the needs of marginalized communities in the South. We strive to promote exploration and encounter by maintaining a welcoming, sober, and anti-oppressive space. Ⓐ Ⓔ Ⓥ

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Substance Use Statement

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Patron Saint Voltairine

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Sustainers Program

Banned Books Back! Campaign

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Apr 17th, 2024
Our Town Is (Still) Not a Mall
A proposed Business Improvement District (BID) would transfer public funds and significant authority over downtown to Asheville’s wealthiest “stakeholders”... and it's eerily familiar.
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Wednesday, Mar 20th, 5:00pm – 7:00pm ET

Asheville Food and Beverage United Open Hours

Every second, third, fourth and fifth Wednesday since January 2024

Do you work in the food and beverage industry and want to talk to an organizer about issues in your workplace? Ready to organize your co-workers to improve your situation but don't know where to start? Asheville Food and Beverage United is here! Drop in during AFBU's "open hours" to talk to an organizer about how to start building a campaign in your workplace.

Asheville Food and Beverage United is the Local 828 of Restaurant Workers United, a worker-led union dedicated to advocacy and organizing for service industry workers in the Asheville area. Learn more at avlfbu.com.

To increase accessibility for high risk community members, Firestorm requires masking at all indoor events. Learn more

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Community events at our co-op are made possible by generous contributions from our supporters. Click here to learn how you can become a Firestorm Community Sustainer!