AVL Digital Nomads

April Selection - Chain Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah

Loretta Thurwar and Hamara “Hurricane Staxxx” Stacker are the stars of the Chain-Gang All-Stars, the cornerstone of CAPE, or Criminal Action Penal Entertainment, a highly popular, highly controversial profit-raising program in America’s increasingly dominant private prison industry. It’s the return of the gladiators, and prisoners are com­peting for the ultimate prize: their freedom.
In CAPE, prisoners travel as Links in Chain-Gangs, competing in death matches before packed arenas with righteous protestors at the gates. Thur­war and Staxxx, both teammates and lovers, are the fan favorites. And if all goes well, Thurwar will be free in just a few matches, a fact she carries as heavily as her lethal hammer. As she prepares to leave her fellow Links, Thurwar considers how she might help preserve their humanity, in defiance of these so-called games. But CAPE’s corporate own­ers will stop at nothing to protect their status quo, and the obstacles they lay in Thurwar’s path have devastating consequences.

Welcome to our robust and engaging Book Club! We're a small, friendly group dedicated to fostering lively discussions about our monthly book selections. Whether you've read the entire book, just a few chapters, or even if you're simply curious about the title, we'd love to have you join us!

Meeting Schedule: We gather on the First Tuesday of every month for our book discussions.

What sets us apart is our small group size and directed discussions. This intimate setting allows for deeper, more engaging conversations where everyone's voice can be heard. It's the perfect environment for those who love to dive deep into themes, characters, and the intricacies of storytelling.

So whether you're a seasoned bookworm or just dipping your toes into the world of literature, we invite you to join us. Let's explore new worlds, challenge our perspectives, and forge new friendships - one book at a time!

May Pick: Beautiful Country: A Memoir of an Undocumented Childhood by Qian Julie Wang

Join us on April 9th for the next of our Curated Conversations, a series of in-person events for single Digital Nomads who seek meaningful connections and monogamous relationships. Spring is here, and with it is an abundance of opportunities to seize on the season's uptick in social gatherings and activities in and around Asheville. Refresh your communication skills so you're ready to connect with someone in real life!

If you're single and ready to meet your person, let's gather to have an evening of structured social fun, conversation, and maybe a little flirting. We'll discuss the concept of boundaries and why having them is part of a healthy relationship. Bring a friend or two who's up for participating and mingling.

This isn't matchmaking; it's guided, strategic, inclusive, and dynamic activities to provoke thoughtful dialogue.

When you arrive at our host venue, Hatch Coworking, look for the Digital Nomads table and fill out a name tag to make introductions easier. Parking is available in the lot behind Hatch Coworking, accessible from S. Ann St./behind Bee Thai.

## AVL Digital Dads – Remote Work Meetup

Being a dad changes everything.
Working remotely changes everything too.
A lot of us are figuring out both at the same time, often without much local community around it.
AVL Digital Dads is a casual meetup for dads in Asheville who work remotely (or mostly do) and want to connect with others in a similar season of life.
Whether you’re a new dad, a seasoned one, or somewhere in between, this is a chance to:

• Get out of the house
• Meet other remote-working dads
• Talk about work, life, and everything in between
• Or just grab a drink and hang out

There’s no agenda, no pressure, and no expectations. Just good people and real conversation.
📍 Location: Burial Beer, Forestry Camp
🕑 Time: Sunday at 2pm
If you’ve been feeling the shift that comes with remote work and fatherhood, you’re not the only one.
Come join us.