Come As You Are

Drop in, join in, make it yours

From Monday art classes and Tuesday homework help to Teen Night, community meals, and fresh produce — The Hive runs free, ongoing programs every week for residents of the Fairground Apartments. No sign-up, no cost, just show up.

What's Happening

Our Active Programs

Here is everything happening at The Hive right now — drop in, join in, and make it yours.

Ongoing Programs

Monday Afternoons

Art Classes for Kids

Coordinated by Penland School of Craft.

Tuesdays & Thursdays · 3:30–5:30 pm

Hangout at The Hive

Choice-based art, games, STEM activities, and open community space.

Tuesday Nights · 5:30–6:30 pm

Homework Help

Academic support for students during the school year.

Thursday Nights · 7:00–9:00 pm

Teen Night

A dedicated evening space just for teens.

Monthly

Community Meals

Shared meals that bring the whole neighborhood to the table.

Ongoing

Hive Garden Club

Hands-on gardening and growing together.

Bi-Monthly

Women's Art Nights

Creative evenings coordinated by Penland School of Craft.

Ongoing

Community Resource Center

A hub for information, referrals, and resident support.

Ongoing

Produce Distribution

Fresh produce distribution with community partner Mitchell Giving Gardens.

Special Events

Field Trips

Organized outings and adventures for youth and families.

Movie Nights

Community screenings open to everyone in the complex.

Youth-Led Gatherings

Events planned and run by the young people of The Hive.

Have an idea for a new program?

Every program here started with a resident or partner who saw a need. If you have a vision for our community, we want to hear it.

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