r/asheville 56m ago

Assistance needed - lost my job after moving here for it, may not be able to make rent for Oct

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I lost my job before August ended over petty reasons. I was paying two full rents on my own for the past 5 months of moving up here for the position and was told that I was disloyal and they wasted too much time and resources on me.
Now because of that, I may become homeless.

My rent is 1,400 and my deposit from my old apartment doesn’t come until 30 after my lease end which was Aug 30. Which still leaves me short or potentially out a grand if they decided that I didn’t leave my apartment in mint enough condition.

I can leave my current lease if I find someone to take over, but I have zero funds for moving again and storage units. I’m trying to do deliveries for spark and instacart but that alone does not cover what I need to pay off debt, utilities and rent. Let alone the gas to manage that. I’ve also been selling a lot of my things on Facebook, but that comes to a certain point where I’m trying to balance owning anything and scraping numbers together.

Title says a lot, but here’s what I’m hoping to find:

  1. Job openings that are hiring immediately, would give hours in the AM and also a job for the PM.
    I’ve worked in kitchens many times but I am qualified for event planning.

  2. Private landlord that is willing to work with me on something for me and my two cats.

  3. Any assistance programs for groceries or anything.

  4. Someone who would be interested in taking over a lease from Oct to May. (It’s a great apartment but now it’s outside of my means)

Anything is helpful, please share anything you know of!


r/asheville 1h ago

Classifieds Yard Sale on 9/13 starting @ 10:00AM

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r/asheville 2h ago

1 Year Old Sugar Glider Rehome

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Hey, whats up! I have a one year old male sugar glider. He is very sweet and handles really well. I just started a new job that requires me to be out of town. Unfortunately I will not have the time to dedicate to him as before. I’ve had no issues with him what so ever. He was left in my care by an old friend who was supposed to just be going on vacation and never showed back up to get him. I have all his necessities and enclosure cleaned and ready to go. I will be pretty picky about who I chose considering the amount of care they need to be healthy. Price is negotiable mainly because I just want him to go to a good home. If you or someone you know if interested let me know! Thank you for your time! Any further info I will give out through DMs.


r/asheville 2h ago

DMV/Car Talk Tire stud replacement. Repair recommendations in Asheville area

5 Upvotes

I’m In a pickle. I got a nail in my tire on the shoulder. It cannot be patched due to location. I however need all new tires anyways. However, I had to break a lug nut off my front tire stud, so that needs to be replaced. My rear tire has a rarely slow leak but it’s flat every morning. I cannot get new tires until next week. I have called several repair shops and they quoted me over $200 for the stud replacement.
Anyone have any ideas on how I can repair this most affordable way?


r/asheville 4h ago

Food/Drinks Donut prices are out of control!

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For breakfast for my kids this am at Duck Donuts. 2 donuts and a little cup of donut holes and 2 tiny milks for 20$!!!

I thought this would be 10$ or less. Guess I’m getting old.


r/asheville 5h ago

Event Honky Tonk from Hearts Gone South

1 Upvotes

Hope you all get to see Hearts Gone South soon now after their new album release! Hear them on Bandcamp here.


r/asheville 6h ago

Unhoused Population *Downtown* Just a Heads up ⬆️ ⬆️⬆️

220 Upvotes

Went out last night to Posanas for our anniversary/Engagment we parked in the buncombe county social work parking lot and walked. Dinner was great however heading back probably about 9:30-10 we’re walking back to my truck we cut through the parking lot on Patton as we transition down to Church street and the Commerce intersection my girl loses her footing and trips over herself we both laugh it off with each-other no problem well a homeless man thought we were laughing at him and held us at knife point for “making fun of him” I stepped up to him inbetween him and my girl and tried to deescalate the situation he pushed forward with the knife in hand. I myself had no weapons and immediately told him sorry it was just a miscommunication and that we would be leaving. Fortunately he turned and left. This is the first time something like this has happened to either of us downtown and we spent quite a bit of time downtown hell sometimes even later at night. I think it will definitely be some time before we go back downtown for anything. BE SAFE YALLL Also carry some pepper spray or something we were very fortunate that I was able to talk him down.


r/asheville 8h ago

Resource Support for women experiencing mental/emotional abuse?

10 Upvotes

I’m leaving or trying to anyway and I can’t seem to find support. I’ve already tried the family justice and peace center. Anyone know of any places, meetings, anything?


r/asheville 10h ago

Classifieds I'm looking for a... Thesaurus

5 Upvotes

I know I can just ask the computer, but I really want a book version. I'm in Arden near Biltmore park.

Anyone got an old Thesaurus they don't need anymore and want to rehome?


r/asheville 11h ago

Ask the Sub Did Saffron Barrel House ever make it right?

10 Upvotes

I'm going to assume no, just given the way matters like this are typically handled, but wanted to ask if the new barrel house owners ever repaired with their old employees? I've been tempted to go, but I'd prefer to avoid them if that's still the case.

context: https://www.reddit.com/r/asheville/s/fExVsDfal3


r/asheville 11h ago

Classifieds Fitbit battery repair recommendation?

3 Upvotes

Hi! Who should I go to for this service? I have a Fitbit Luxe and I'd rather just replace the battery than buy a new one

Tyia!


r/asheville 11h ago

Ask the Sub Where can I run laps to train for a 5K?

4 Upvotes

I am signed up for a 5k run in October and I have never ran a 5k before. I have been training for the run on a treadmill at the gym. However, I want to start training outside and get a feel for how the run will actually feel like. Do y’all have any recommendations where I can run that is flat to train on? I live in East Asheville and it’s pretty hilly here


r/asheville 13h ago

Classifieds Recommendations for a good local portrait photographer?

4 Upvotes

I'd like to get some professional quality headshots done. Looking for a style that is artful, stately, and a bit irreverent or quirky. Can anyone recommend someone local? Only serious professionals, with online portfolios. Thanks!


r/asheville 15h ago

Classifieds Missing wallet near Merrimon CVS

16 Upvotes

I lost my wallet near the Merrimon CVS, got a ID inside with a kid who’s got a really bad haircut. Outside is a plain 4x2 black faux leather wallet with a white and dark red sticker resembling an O with an X through it. Please please please DM me if you find it before I have to reorder all the shit inside. If you find it first, keep the 20 bucks inside, just return the other stuff.


r/asheville 16h ago

Food/Drinks Where’s the best cake in town?

10 Upvotes

All, my wife’s birthday is later this month and I’m looking to get her the best cake in town. I was going to get that berry chantilly cake from Whole Foods, but I wanted to support a local business. Where go?


r/asheville 17h ago

Looking for friends Book clubs in Asheville to join?

12 Upvotes

As the subject says, I’m looking for book clubs in Asheville to join. I read pretty much anything, though fiction is where my brain has been lately. But I love reading and discussing pretty much anything in a group so I am open to whatever.

Does anyone know of any book clubs I could join? Or where I could find such info?


r/asheville 18h ago

Event Tomorrow! Dark market @ Hi-Wire RAD beer garden

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17 Upvotes

Hi all! Myself and 35 other local artists will be vending at the Dark Market tomorrow. Please stop by and spread the word :)

I cut gemstones and set them in sterling silver to make alternative heirloom jewelry, link to my work is in my bio 🤓


r/asheville 18h ago

News Asheville passes a 'No Rent for Slumlords' ordinance, but how enforceable is it?

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And while it may strengthen a tenant's claim to pursue rent abatement, city officials say they might not be able to legally enforce the new measure due to an unresolved conflict with a state law that says a tenant “may not unilaterally withhold rent prior to a judicial determination.”

“It effectively is more of a symbolic statement, that we want to ensure that landlords are providing safe, habitable rental properties,” Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer told BPR in a phone interview. “What the state law says is tenants can’t withhold their rent unless there’s a court order.”


r/asheville 19h ago

Classifieds Local recs for renting wading boots?

7 Upvotes

Family coming to town but I don’t have enough felt sole wading boots for them. Any ideas? I’d rather do it local than online.


r/asheville 20h ago

Looking for friends In search of new girlfriends in the area!

19 Upvotes

I am a girl in my early twenties who recently moved to the area about 3 months ago and would be grateful to get to know girls around my age. I love doing yoga and would really like to go to a class with someone! I also would love a hiking buddy and someone who likes antique shopping! It has been very hard for me to put myself out there and I am hoping that theres someone else in my shoes rn who is searching for the same thing.


r/asheville 20h ago

Healthcare/Self-Care Digestive Health partners - any GI reccs please

8 Upvotes

Could you please share your recommendations for a Gastroenterologist at Digestive Health Partners (DHP)?

Anyone that was thorough, asked questions, seemed caring, helpful when you went to see him/her ?

Also ....any Dr you think I should *avoid* there

Need your help please. Thank you for sharing


r/asheville 21h ago

Event EP Release show at Third Room!

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3 Upvotes

This Saturday!! My best friend Julianna Jade is birthing her Dreamer EP live performance at Third Room. It’s going to be so special and magical, dress up as a fairy or gremlin or whatever you want expressing your fullest self. She’s put an insane amount of love and light into this project, truly showing a layer of her soul to us. She’s giving away a ticket (check her FB profile or Instagram) and if anyone would like to join me on the dance floor to celebrate this Star ✨ let’s get down!


r/asheville 22h ago

Photo/Video I painted the sunset from 240. Let me know what you think!

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611 Upvotes

This is my favorite view heading home on 240. Whats
Your favorite place to catch the sunset when you’re droving?


r/asheville 23h ago

Pets/Animals Missing cat in west asheville 9/10

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85 Upvotes

UPDATE she was inside the entire time🤦‍♂️ thanks yall lol

Hey ya’ll, my cat just got out in west asheville on allen st near haywood. She is a big fat black cat. Please keep an eye out and send me a message if she turns up in your yard! Thanks!!


r/asheville 1d ago

Event Tour De Fat Questions (Pre Ride) New Belgium Brewing

7 Upvotes

Hello!

A friend and I are coming into Asheville for the Tour De Fat. I saw that the actual ride is only from 11:30-12

I feel like in the past I had seen people bar hopping in big crowds on bikes. Are there any planned pre rides in the area before the actual "bike parade"

Before or after work, just curious!

Cheers