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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.

Mar 05 thru Jun 12

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.

Feb 09

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.

Feb 02 thru Apr 13

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.

Jan 07 thru Mar 08

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.

Mar 03 thru Jul 25

TUESDAYS, 7pm - Discussion meeting: First Congregational United Church of Christ, 20 Oak St.

Feb 03 thru Feb 09

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.

Mar 04 thru Mar 09

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.

Feb 03 thru Feb 28

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.

Mar 10 thru Feb 14

2nd TUESDAYS, 5:30-8:30pm - Appalachian Trail 2000-Milers Get-Together at Jack of the Wood. Prospective hikers also welcome.

Feb 01 thru Feb 28

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.

Nov 11 thru Feb 22

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.

Feb 05 thru Mar 02

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.

Jan 20 thru Feb 28

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.

Feb 05 thru Mar 02

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.

Jan 08 thru Feb 26

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.

Feb 05 thru May 01

FR (2/5) through SA (5/1) - Mentors & Students will be on display.

Dec 28 thru Mar 03

Elementary-age students are welcome to submit art for the upcoming exhibition The Art of Our Children. Info: acofhc@bellsouth.net.

Feb 05 thru Mar 06

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.

Jan 20 thru Feb 22

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.

Feb 05 thru Feb 28

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.

Nov 24 thru Feb 19

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.

Jan 22 thru Feb 14

Through SU (2/14) - The WNC Regional Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition will be on display. Info: 253-3227, ext. 121 or eshope@ashevilleart.org.

Dec 12 thru May 09

Through SU (5/9) - Lorna Blaine Halper: The Space Between will be on display in Holden Community Gallery.

Sep 12 thru Feb 14

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.

Oct 08 thru Mar 06

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.

Mar 03 thru Mar 02

TUESDAYS, Noon - Meeting.

Feb 09

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.

Jan 04 thru Apr 05

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.

Feb 01 thru Feb 27

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

Oct 14 thru Jun 29

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.

Jan 22 thru Mar 05

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.

Feb 08 thru Feb 16

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.

Feb 03 thru Feb 16

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.

Feb 03 thru Feb 15

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.

Feb 03 thru Feb 09

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.

Feb 03 thru Feb 09

Attention West Asheville 31

(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.

Feb 03 thru Feb 26

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.

Feb 07 thru Mar 13

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.

Mar 03 thru Jun 03

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.

Jan 07 thru Mar 21

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.

Jan 07 thru Mar 21

Through SU (3/21) - Fiat Lux, paintings by Gabriel Shaffer, will be on display.

Jan 07 thru Mar 21

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.

Feb 09

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.

Mar 04 thru Jun 02

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.

Feb 09

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.

Feb 06 thru Oct 31

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.

Dec 17 thru Feb 24

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.

Feb 03 thru Feb 09

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.

Aug 25 thru Apr 16

TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS, Noon-3pm - Canasta.

Jan 08 thru Mar 01

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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