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Friday, October 4, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 4 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Windmill Bicycle Tour raffle
Oct 4 all-day
online

Blue Ridge Bicycle Club Celebrates 50 years!

To celebrate their anniversary, the Blue Ridge Bicycle Club is encouraging you to invest in AoB’s Youth Cycling Program by hosting the Windmill Bicycle Tour raffle!

You have a chance to win a European bicycle tour for two to any of the destinations hosted by Windmill Bicycle Tours. With only 500 tickets available, your chances of winning are maximized.

100% of proceeds support AoB’s youth cycling program.

Raffle Details

  • Tickets are on sale now and available online and at Blue Ridge Bicycle Club events.
  • The raffle drawing will be at the Pumpkin Pedaller on Saturday, October 26th at 7pm.
  • The winner does not have to be present to win.
  • The winner can select any tour offered by Windmill Bicycle Tours between 2024–2025.
Purchase Tickets!
Saturday, October 5, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 5 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Windmill Bicycle Tour raffle
Oct 5 all-day
online

Blue Ridge Bicycle Club Celebrates 50 years!

To celebrate their anniversary, the Blue Ridge Bicycle Club is encouraging you to invest in AoB’s Youth Cycling Program by hosting the Windmill Bicycle Tour raffle!

You have a chance to win a European bicycle tour for two to any of the destinations hosted by Windmill Bicycle Tours. With only 500 tickets available, your chances of winning are maximized.

100% of proceeds support AoB’s youth cycling program.

Raffle Details

  • Tickets are on sale now and available online and at Blue Ridge Bicycle Club events.
  • The raffle drawing will be at the Pumpkin Pedaller on Saturday, October 26th at 7pm.
  • The winner does not have to be present to win.
  • The winner can select any tour offered by Windmill Bicycle Tours between 2024–2025.
Purchase Tickets!
Sunday, October 6, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 6 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Monday, October 7, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 7 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Tuesday, October 8, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 8 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 9 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Thursday, October 10, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 10 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Friday, October 11, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 11 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Saturday, October 12, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 12 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Sunday, October 13, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 13 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Monday, October 14, 2024
The Event Support Grant
Oct 14 all-day
online

The Event Support Grant covers qualifying City of Asheville fees for free nonprofit events held on city-owned public property, providing a competitive process for organizations to receive financial support. Grants typically range from $3,000-$10,000 but may fall outside of that range depending on the event. Proposals that increase exposure to the arts and promote a high quality of life for residents will receive special consideration. This is the second year ArtsAVL will facilitate the grant after unanimous approval from City Council. The application opens September 9 and closes October 14.

Sunday, November 17, 2024
Serenity Sound Bath
Nov 17 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Center for Spiritual Living Asheville

Immerse yourself with the healing vibrations of a Sound Bath!
Join your host Kristin Hillegas, for a one-hour Serenity Sound Bath and experience a deeply immersive, full-body sound and vibrational experience. A sound bath can cleanse your soul, restore your balance, surround you with peace and tranquility and stimulate healing.
Note: Please bring a yoga mat/pillow/blanket since you will be lying on the floor. Wear warm, comfortable, and flexible clothing.
The Sound Bath will take place upstairs in the Education Building. Choose your space starting at 9:15 AM, doors close promptly at 9:30 AM.
This service is being offered on a Love Offering basis.(Suggested Value $25) Donations allow us to continue to provide these immersive experiences.
Accessible parking is available in the Center for Spiritual Living Asheville upper parking lot. The entrance to the upper parking lot is off of S. Bear Creek Rd between Science of Mind Way and Sand Hill Rd.
There is a boardwalk walk-way from the upper parking lot to the building entrance.

Saturday, December 7, 2024
Breakthrough Breathwork Meditation Workshop with Sound Baths
Dec 7 @ 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
Magictown Movement Studio

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and inner healing through our groundbreaking Breathwork Meditation Workshop including 2 Sound Baths! During this immersive experience you will be guided through a powerful Breathwork practice to help you massively release stress, heal past wounds and traumas, access deeper levels of awareness, and connect more profoundly to Source.
Led by two professional highly experienced facilitators with over 58 years experience between them, this workshop will
deepen your connection with your breath and unlock its incredible potential for physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Each of the Breathwork Meditation Sessions include sound baths!
Join a group of like-minded individuals on the path to self-discovery in a supportive nurturing environment on the beautiful island in Marshall on one of the world’s oldest rivers.
You may come to the full day (10am-4.30pm, recommended, ) which includes two Breathwork Meditation Sessions with sound baths and a session of Self-discovery. You may also come to the first Breathwork Meditation Session with sound bath only (10am-1pm ) or the second Breathwork Meditation Session with sound bath only (1.30-4.30pm).

Saturday, December 14, 2024
Meet Santa at the Hendersonville Optimum Store
Dec 14 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Hendersonville Optimum Store

Bring the whole family to our special holiday event with Outdoor Channel at the Hendersonville Optimum Store. Take pictures with Santa and enjoy Ben & Jerry’s hot cocoa on us. Plus, enter for a chance to win an Outdoor Channel Prize Pack—valued at $700.

As part of your visit, consider bringing a new and unwrapped toy to donate to Crossnore Communities for Children.

RSVP here: https://forms.office.com/r/0JPweSaPQJ

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
The Real Bonhoeffer: Theology for Faith In Times of Crisis
Feb 12 @ 6:00 pm
First Baptist Church of Asheville

Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906-1945) was a beloved pastor and theologian whose work has blessed countless people around the world. Christians especially have cherished his practical theology, approachable writing style, and prophetic vision. This Epiphany chapel study will engage Bonhoeffer’s works to help us learn how to be faithful in times of political and social upheaval.

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The Real Bonhoeffer: Theology for Faith In Times of Crisis
Feb 19 @ 6:00 pm
First Baptist Church of Asheville

Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906-1945) was a beloved pastor and theologian whose work has blessed countless people around the world. Christians especially have cherished his practical theology, approachable writing style, and prophetic vision. This Epiphany chapel study will engage Bonhoeffer’s works to help us learn how to be faithful in times of political and social upheaval.

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
The Real Bonhoeffer: Theology for Faith In Times of Crisis
Feb 26 @ 6:00 pm
First Baptist Church of Asheville

Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906-1945) was a beloved pastor and theologian whose work has blessed countless people around the world. Christians especially have cherished his practical theology, approachable writing style, and prophetic vision. This Epiphany chapel study will engage Bonhoeffer’s works to help us learn how to be faithful in times of political and social upheaval.

Sunday, March 9, 2025
Serenity Sound Bath
Mar 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Center or Spiritual Living Asheville

Center your mind, body and spirit with a soothing Sound Bath!

Join your host Kristin Hillegas, for a one-hour Serenity Sound Bath and experience a deeply immersive, full-body sound and vibrational experience. A sound bath can cleanse your soul, restore your balance, surround you with peace and tranquility and stimulate healing.

Note: Please bring a yoga mat/pillow/blanket since you will be lying on the floor. Wear warm, comfortable, and flexible clothing.

The Sound Bath will take place upstairs in the Education Building. Choose your space starting at 12:45 PM, doors close promptly at 1:00 PM.

**REMEMBER DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME TODAY! SPRING FORWARD 1 HOUR**

This service is being offered on a Love Offering basis. Donations allow us to continue to provide these immersive experiences. (Suggested Retail $25)

Accessible parking is available in the Center for Spiritual Living Asheville upper parking lot. The entrance to the upper parking lot is off of S. Bear Creek Rd between Science of Mind Way and Sand Hill Rd.
There is a boardwalk walk-way from the upper parking lot to the building entrance.