Open weekdays · Asheville, NC
Welcome to Silver Pines
Asheville's community center for active adults. Classes, events, friends, and a warm cup of coffee — every day.
See What's HappeningClasses & Events
Tai chi, watercolor, book club, tech help, movie nights, and more — there's always something to do.
A Real Community
22 members and growing. Make friends, share skills, and look out for each other.
Your Second Home
A warm, accessible space in the heart of Asheville with a garden, art room, and the best coffee in town.
“Silver Pines gave me a reason to get out of the house every day. I have more friends now than I did at 40.”
“The Tech Buddies program changed my life. I can finally video call my grandkids in California!”
“I was nervous about retiring. Now I'm busier than ever — garden committee, walking group, and I just started painting!”
Scenes from the center
Welcoming Asheville since 2017 — drop in any weekday
Announcements
Welcome, Patricia and Samuel!
Oct 8, 2026
Please join us in welcoming our two newest members: Patricia Nguyen and Samuel Washington. If you see them around the center, say hello and show them the ropes! We're so glad you're here.
Holiday Hours: Center Closed Dec 24-26
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Oct 5, 2026Silver Pines will be closed December 24-26 for the holidays. The shuttle will not run during this time. We reopen Thursday, December 27 at 8am. Happy holidays to all!
Parking Lot Repaving — Use Side Entrance March 15-17
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Oct 12, 2026The front parking lot will be repaved March 15-17. Please use the side entrance off Pine Street. The shuttle will drop off at the side door. Accessible parking available on Pine Street.
Flu Shot Clinic — This Saturday 9am-1pm
Oct 10, 2026
Free flu shots for all members courtesy of Mission Hospital! No appointment needed, just bring your insurance card (or come without one — we'll take care of you). Available in the Main Hall.
Garden Club Harvest: 200 lbs of Tomatoes!
Oct 1, 2026
Our garden produced over 200 pounds of tomatoes this season! Dorothy and the Garden Committee donated the surplus to MANNA FoodBank. Next year's goal: 300 lbs. Want to help? Plot #7 is open!
Photo Contest Winners Announced!
Sep 25, 2026
Congratulations to our "Beautiful Asheville" photo contest winners! 1st place: Margaret Johnson (sunrise over the Parkway), 2nd: Thomas Brown (fall colors at Craggy Gardens), 3rd: Grace Lee (downtown farmers market). Photos displayed in the Main Hall all month.
New Tech Help Hours — Now Twice a Week!
Oct 3, 2026
Due to popular demand, Tech Buddies is expanding! We now offer drop-in tech help every Tuesday AND Thursday from 10am-12pm. Big thanks to Robert, Arthur, and our new volunteer Patricia for making this possible.
Craft Fair Raised $840 for Transportation Fund!
Sep 20, 2026
Thank you to everyone who bought and sold at last month's Craft Fair & Bake Sale! We raised $840, all going to the Transportation Fund to keep our shuttle running. Betty's pies alone brought in $120!
Come Visit Us
Silver Pines is open Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (6:30pm on Movie Fridays). Drop by for a tour, a cup of coffee, and meet your new neighbors.