A Mountain Mindfulness Sangha
Part of the World Community of Mindful Living, inspired by the teachings of THICH NHAT HANH, the group practices mindfulness as the energy of being aware and awake to the present moment. Practicing with a "sangha" (a community) can bring both joy and support. All are invited. Info & directions: mountainmindfulness@gmail.com, 684-7359 or 299-9382.
THURSDAYS, 7-8:30pm & TUESDAYS, 8-8:40am - Seated meditation, walking meditation, dharma discussions and other mindfulness practices. At 12 Von Ruck Court, Asheville.
A-B Tech Continuing Ed Classes
Classes are free, unless otherwise noted. Info: www.abtech.edu/ce.
TU (2/9), 6-8pm - "Sourcing Quality Herbal Material." Find out what makes some herbal raw materials better than others and learn how to apply these ideas to your business model. Info: http://abtech.edu/ce/schedule/bio.asp.
AARP Tax-Aide
The Tax-Aide Program will offer free tax preparation for seniors and for low-and middle-income taxpayers through April 15. Electronic filing available. Call the individual location for details on what to bring. Info: www.aarp.org/taxaide. Questions and requests for homebound individuals: 277-8288 or info@coabc.org.
TUESDAYS, 9am-3pm - West Asheville Library, 942 Haywood Road. Info: 250-4750.
Adult League Kickball
Must have at least 10 players per team. The season will consist of 10 games and a league championship game with trophies for the winning team. $25/person. Info: 250-4269 or jay.nelson@buncombecounty.org.
Through MO (3/8) - Registration. Season: April 1 through June 10 at the Buncombe County Sports Park, field #9.
Al-Anon
Al-Anon is a support group for the family and friends of alcoholics. More than 33 groups are available in the WNC area. Info: 800-286-1326 or www.wnc-alanon.org.
TUESDAYS, 7pm - Discussion meeting: First Congregational United Church of Christ, 20 Oak St.
Amateur Pool League
(pd.) All skill levels welcome. HAVE FUN. MEET PEOPLE. PLAY POOL. Sign-up for 8-ball or 9-ball 828-329-8197 http://www.BlueRidgeAPA.com ONGOING – weekly league play. http://www.BlueRidgeAPA.com
Anattasati Magga, Inc.
A Soto Zen Sangha for the Laity. Offers meditation and dharma instruction at 12 Von Ruck Court, Asheville. The following events are free and open to the public (donations appreciated). Please arrive 10 mins. before the beginning of each service. Info: www.anattasati.org.
TUESDAYS, 7:05-7:45am - Short Morning Service & Meditation.
Animal Compassion Network
WNC's largest nonprofit, no-kill animal welfare organization. Find a new pet at their pet adoption events. Info: 274-DOGS or www.animalcompassionnetwork.org.
• Volunteers needed: volunteers@animalcompassionnetwork.org.
Through SU (2/28) - Donations for ACN will be accepted at Sensibilities Day Spa, which will be matching donations throughout the month. Located on Haywood St. and in Biltmore Park.
Appalachian Trail Conservancy
A volunteer-based, private nonprofit dedicated to the conservation of the Appalachian Trail. Info: www.appalachiantrail.org or 254-3708.
2nd TUESDAYS, 5:30-8:30pm - Appalachian Trail 2000-Milers Get-Together at Jack of the Wood. Prospective hikers also welcome.
Art at the Hollingsworth Building in Brevard
Through (2/28) - National Parks and National Monuments, an exhibition of photographs by Phil Thurman, will be on display at the Gallery Walk Wall. Located at 147 E. Main Street. Info: 275-5833.
Art at the N.C. Arboretum
Works by members of the Asheville Quilt Guild and regional artists are on display daily in The Visitor Education Center. Info: 665-2492 or www.ncarboretum.org.
Through MO (2/22) - Celebrating Rivers and Streams, paintings by Sue Sweterlitsch will be on display in the Education Center, 2nd floor.
Art at UNCA
Art exhibits and events at the university are free, unless otherwise noted.
FR (2/5) through TU (3/2) - Redhanded: A Songe Forre the Loste, prints by Kore Loy Wildredkinde-McWhirter, will be on display in S. Tucker Cooke Gallery, on the first floor of Owen Hall.
Through SU (2/28) - Asheville's East End Circa 1968, photographs by Andrea Clark, will be on display in the Blowers Gallery, main floor of Ramsey Library.
FR (2/5) through TU (3/2) - The annual Alumni Exhibition will be on display in Highsmith University Union Gallery.
Art on Depot
250 Depot St., Waynesville. Info: 246-0218 or www.artondepot.com.
Through FR (2/26) - Chemo Today, an installation by Susan Livengood.
Arts Council of Henderson County
D. Samuel Neill Gallery hours: Tues.-Fri., 1-5pm and Sat., 1-4pm. Located at 538 N. Main St., 2nd Floor, Hendersonville. Info: 693-8504 or www.acofhc.org.
FR (2/5) through SA (5/1) - Mentors & Students will be on display.
Elementary-age students are welcome to submit art for the upcoming exhibition The Art of Our Children. Info: acofhc@bellsouth.net.
FR (2/5) through SA (3/6) - Art Teachers Create, an exhibit presented by artists and art teachers who provide art instruction to Henderson County children.
Asheville Area Arts Council
AAAC is located at 11 Biltmore Ave. Info: 258-0710 or www.ashevillearts.com.
Through MO (2/22) - The AAAC invites the public to view an exhibit featuring local artists Norma Bradley and Calvin Edney at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park.
FR (2/5) through SU (2/28) - "A Work of heART: Celebrating Artists Living With Disabilities." Plus, an individual show by Merlin Strivelli will be showcased in the Back Gallery. And, works by Moni Hill, Margaret Hester and Constance Lombardo will be on display.
Asheville Area Directors of Volunteers in Agencies
D.O.V.I.A., a nonprofit affiliate of the N.C. Association of Volunteer Administration, is dedicated to enhancing the skills of our community's volunteer managers by conducting educational programs, sharing volunteer management information and resources, providing networking opportunities, and promoting community awareness of the value of volunteer services.
To get involved: 255-0696, clee@unitedwayabc.org or http://tinyurl.com/asheville-dovia.
Asheville Art Museum
Located on Pack Square in downtown Asheville. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm and Sun., 1-5pm. Admission: $6/$5 students and seniors/Free for kids under 4. Free first Wednesdays from 3-5pm. Info: 253-3227 or www.ashevilleart.org.
Through SU (2/14) - The WNC Regional Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition will be on display. Info: 253-3227, ext. 121 or eshope@ashevilleart.org.
Through SU (5/9) - Lorna Blaine Halper: The Space Between will be on display in Holden Community Gallery.
Through SU (2/14) - Looking Forward: New Works and New Directions for the Permanent Collection will be on display.
Asheville City Schools Foundation
Seeking Academic Coaches (tutors/mentors) to support students by assisting them with a variety of tasks that support educational success. One hr/wk min., for one school year, in your choice of school or after-school program. Training provided. Info: 350-6135, terri.wells@asheville.k12.nc.us or www.acsf.org.
MONDAYS through FRIDAYS, 8:30am-5pm - Academic coaching in the schools or at after-school programs, once a week.
Asheville Civitan Club
Come hear community leaders present programs. Meetings are held at Trinity Episcopal Church, corner of Church St. and Aston St. Open to the public. RSVP for lunch: $10. Info: 348-4222 or www.ashevillecivitan.org.
TUESDAYS, Noon - Meeting.
TU (2/9), Noon - Gary Coffey, Rector of Grace Episcopal Church, will be the featured speaker for the Civitan Club's annual Clergy Day. Invite your clergy to attend.
Asheville Culture Project
A cultural arts community center offering ongoing classes in Capoeira Angola and Samba percussion. Other instructors, groups and organizations are invited to share the space. Info: www.ashevillecultureproject.org.
WEEKLY - Capoeira Angola, an Afro-Brazilian martial art taught and practiced through a game involving dance, music, acrobatics, theater and the Portuguese language. Mondays, 7-9pm, beginners class; Wednesdays, 7-9pm, intermediate class; Fridays, 7-9pm, intermediate class; Saturdays, 10am-Noon, beginners class. $12 (free for first timers on 2nd and 4th Sat.). Info: www.capoeiraasheville.org.
Asheville Gallery of Art
A co-op gallery representing 28 regional artists located at 16 College St. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Info: 251-5796 or www.ashevillegallery-of-art.com.
Through SA (2/27) - Solo exhibition of new works, featuring paintings by Joyce Schlapkohl.
Asheville Masters Swimming
Competitive, fitness and triathlon swimmers welcome. Info: www.ashevillemasters.com
MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 5:45-7:15am - Practice at Asheville School.
• TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 5:45-7:15am & SATURDAYS, 7-9am - Coached practices at Warren Wilson College.
Asheville SCORE Counselors to Small Business
If your business could use some help, SCORE is the place to start. Free and confidential. To make an appointment: 271-4786. Our offices are located in the Federal Building, 151 Patton Ave., Rm. 259. Veterans may attend any SCORE seminar at no charge. Info: www.ashevillescore.org.
SCORE can send speakers to any local business group that would like to learn more about Save America Now, a new outreach program for small businesses. A free resource. Info: 277-8050 or lowellp@charter.net.
Asheville Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
TU (2/16), 5-7:30pm - The supper will be held at St. George's Episcopal Church, 1 School Road, W. Asheville. Dine-in or take-out. $5 adults/$3 children/$13 families (up to 5 people). Info: 258-0211.
Asheville Track Club
The club provides information, education, training, social and sporting events for runners and walkers of any age. Please see the group Web site for weekly events and news. Info: www.ashevilletrackclub.org or 253-8781.
TH (2/18), 7:15-8:30pm - Water Running Clinic begins at the YWCA. Improve your running form and recover from/prevent injuries while maintaining fitness. Taught by a former UNCA track-and-field coach. $40 for four sessions. Proceeds benefit ATC's summer training programs. To reserve a spot: 242-5360.
MO (2/15), 5:30-6:30am - Boot(y) Camp starts at the Jewish Community Center. Work with an ex-UNCA track-and-field coach for four sessions. $28 for ATC and JCC members/$33 nonmembers. Proceeds benefit ATC's summer training programs. To reserve a spot: 242-5360.
Astro-Counseling
(pd.) Licensed counselor and accredited professional astrologer uses your chart when counseling for additional insight into yourself, your relationships and life directions. Readings also available. Christy Gunther, MA. (828) 258-3229.
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(pd.) Super nanny, now accepting new kids. • Safe • Art based environment • Play area • Flexible hours. • Affordable rates. CPR certified. • Days. • Slumber parties. Call Sarah: 633-1792.
Bella Vista Art Gallery
Located in Biltmore Village, next to the parking lot of Rezaz's restaurant. Open Mon.-Thurs., 11am-5pm, and Fri. & Sat., 10am-6pm. Info: 768-0246 or www.bellavistaart.com.
Through FR (2/26) - Feature wall artist: Galen Frost Bernard.
Black Mountain Center for the Arts
Located in the renovated Old City Hall at 225 West State St. in Black Mountain. Info: 669-0930 or www.blackmountainarts.org.
SU (2/7) through SA (3/13) - Gallery show of art by UNCA faculty.
Blue Ridge Bicycle Club
Encourages safe and responsible recreational bicycling in the WNC area. To find out more about the club and its ongoing advocacy efforts, or to see a complete club calendar, visit www.blueridgebicycleclub.org.
TUESDAYS - Casual Road Bike Ride. Departs in the a.m. from Liberty Bicycles, except for on the 1st Tues. of the month when it departs from Fletcher Park. Please call for departure time: 274-2453.
Blue Spiral 1
The gallery at 38 Biltmore Ave. is open Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Info: 251-0202 or www.bluespiral1.com.
Through SU (3/21) - New x 3: New Artists, New Works, New Year, 10 artists debut at the gallery offering fresh perspectives for the new year.
Through SU (3/21) - Fiat Lux, paintings by Gabriel Shaffer, will be on display.
Through SU (3/21) - CUPS: From Hand to Hand, handmade and made to hold, 16 artists offer an intimate expression of functional and sculptural works.
Brevard-Hendersonville Parkinson's Support Group
Meets at the Brevard-Davidson River Presbyterian Church, 249 Main St., Brevard. Free. Info: 862-4167 or 693-1604.
TU (2/9), 10am - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER. Meeting, with time to socialize before Virginia Davis leads the group in light exercises. Colleen from Pain Solutions in Hendersonville will be the featured speaker.
Buddhist Hermitage
Open to all Buddhist traditions and faiths. Study, discuss, and endeavor to live the Buddha's teachings on Mindfulness, Compassion and Wisdom. Meetings at Embracing Simplicity Hermitage, 7 Wisdom Lane, Hendersonville. Info: 338-2665 or www.embracingsimplicityhermitage.org.
DAILY (except WED. & SAT.), 11am - Dharma study and meditation. Followed by a fellowship gathering on Sun.
Buncombe County Public Libraries
LIBRARY ABBRVIATIONS - Each Library event is marked by the following location abbreviations:
• BM = Black Mountain Library (105 N. Dougherty St., 250-4756)
• EA = East Asheville Library (902 Tunnel Road, 250-4738)
• EC = Enka-Candler Library (1404 Sandhill Road, 250-4758)
• FV = Fairview Library (1 Taylor Road, 250-6484)
• LE = Leicester Library (1561 Alexander Road, 250-6480)
• LL = Law Library (Buncombe County Courthouse, 10th Floor, 250-4734)
• NA = North Asheville Library (1030 Merrimon Avenue, 250-4752)
• PM = Pack Memorial Library (67 Haywood Street, 250-4700)
• SA = South Asheville/Oakley Library (749 Fairview Road, 250-4754)
• SS = Skyland/South Buncombe Library (260 Overlook Road, 250-6488)
• SW = Swannanoa Library (101 West Charleston Street, 250-6486)
• WV = Weaverville Library (41 N. Main Street, 250-6482)
• WA = West Asheville Library (942 Haywood Road, 250-4750)
• Library storyline: 250-KIDS.
TU (2/9), 1-3pm - Sit and Knit. A needlework group for all skill levels. WV --- 7pm - Film screening: Forgotten Genius, about the life of African-American chemist Percy Julian. A discussion will follow. WV.
Pack Memorial Library will be closed due to an ongoing renovation project and will reopen in the Fall of 2010. A temporary public computer center will be open on the library's lower level in March. Info: www.buncombecounty.org/library.
Call for Dancers
Dancers of any technique or style needed for the 2nd annual 48 Hour Dance Project Feb. 26-28. E-mail office@acdt.org, jamielscott@yahoo.com or call 254-2621 for more info or if you would like to participate.
Camp Fair
(pd.) Feb. 7th from 12 pm to 4 pm at Diamond Brand & Frugal Backpacker This Camp Fair is a one-stop-shop for parents and grandparents to find about over 20 different local summer camps and programs in the WNC area. Free to the public. For more info contact geblen@diamondbrand.com.
Canasta
Canasta anyone? Come join a friendly group of men and women who love to play for the fun of it. Info: 665-2810 or 251-0520.
TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS, Noon-3pm - Canasta.
Carolina Steel and Wheel Auto Exhibit
This is an exhibit for classic and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles. We are currently excepting applications for entries, vendors and sponsors. Entry deadline is March 1. A portion of the proceeds go to the Buncombe County Special Olympics. Info: www.carolinasteelandwheel.com.
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