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Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

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Sunday, October 2, 2022
Guided Hendersonville History Walks on Main Street with Mary Jo Padgett
Oct 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Hendersonville City Hall, front steps

Take a 90-plus minute walk along Historic Main Street to learn about Hendersonville’s history and architecture and hear fascinating stories of the past. Be charmed and informed by Hendersonville’s history, architecture, and colorful stories.  Learn how the town got its name, who donated the land, bordellos, the oldest block of buildings, amazing fires, trolley lines … and more. All walks begin at 10am and begin at Hendersonville City Hall, front steps (corner of 5th Ave. East and King Street).

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Categories: Tours walk
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 2 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

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Categories: Meditation
Monday, October 3, 2022
Vote in the “Coolest Thing Made in NC” Competition
Oct 3 all-day
online

Byer’s Precision Fabricators announced today that they have been named as a semi-finalist in the “Coolest Thing Made in NC” Competition.

The top 5 businesses in each category will be announced on September 22, when Byer’s may move on to the last round, and compete as a “Top 5” contender. The winner will be announced on October 6.

 

The vote tally has been reset to level the field for all semifinalists. As in the first round, the community may still only vote once a day with a valid email address.

 

To cast your vote for Byer’s Precision, click here: http://wshe.es/32QyUdFR

 

This competition helps to highlight manufacturing in NC, a crucial key to the state’s economic success. Byer’s Precision Fabricators was opened in 1942 by Paul Byers, where he started a general sheet metal shop in Hendersonville, NC. Byer’s Sheet Metal Works quickly became one of the largest ductwork and roofing contractors in the state. Today, Byer’s Precision Fabricators is a 60,000 sq. ft facility, and the company has come a long way in 80 years! For more information about Byer’s, click here:  https://www.byersprecision.com/  

 

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Categories: Business and Networking
WNC Career Expo – Employers Register Now!
Oct 3 all-day
online w/ WNC Agricultural Center-Davis Event Center

Great companies start with great people, and you’ll find both at the WNC Career Expo. Plan to join us Tuesday, October 11 from 11 AM – 4 PM.

Presented by the Mountain Area Workforce Board and the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Western North Carolina businesses and organizations are ready to promote career opportunities for job seekers in advanced manufacturing, technology, health care, tourism, professional services, and other high-growth industries. All job seekers are encouraged to attend this one-stop opportunity to meet directly with representatives from companies hiring now.
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Categories: Business and Networking Community
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 3 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

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Categories: Meditation
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Vote in the “Coolest Thing Made in NC” Competition
Oct 4 all-day
online

Byer’s Precision Fabricators announced today that they have been named as a semi-finalist in the “Coolest Thing Made in NC” Competition.

The top 5 businesses in each category will be announced on September 22, when Byer’s may move on to the last round, and compete as a “Top 5” contender. The winner will be announced on October 6.

 

The vote tally has been reset to level the field for all semifinalists. As in the first round, the community may still only vote once a day with a valid email address.

 

To cast your vote for Byer’s Precision, click here: http://wshe.es/32QyUdFR

 

This competition helps to highlight manufacturing in NC, a crucial key to the state’s economic success. Byer’s Precision Fabricators was opened in 1942 by Paul Byers, where he started a general sheet metal shop in Hendersonville, NC. Byer’s Sheet Metal Works quickly became one of the largest ductwork and roofing contractors in the state. Today, Byer’s Precision Fabricators is a 60,000 sq. ft facility, and the company has come a long way in 80 years! For more information about Byer’s, click here:  https://www.byersprecision.com/  

 

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Categories: Business and Networking
WNC Career Expo – Employers Register Now!
Oct 4 all-day
online w/ WNC Agricultural Center-Davis Event Center

Great companies start with great people, and you’ll find both at the WNC Career Expo. Plan to join us Tuesday, October 11 from 11 AM – 4 PM.

Presented by the Mountain Area Workforce Board and the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Western North Carolina businesses and organizations are ready to promote career opportunities for job seekers in advanced manufacturing, technology, health care, tourism, professional services, and other high-growth industries. All job seekers are encouraged to attend this one-stop opportunity to meet directly with representatives from companies hiring now.
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Categories: Business and Networking Community
2023 Meta Data Center Community Action Grants Program
Oct 4 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am
The Foundation Performing Arts & Conference Center

Nonprofits, schools, and community organizations, you’re invited to join a special training on Tuesday, October 4th, hosted by the Cleveland, Henderson, McDowell, and Rutherford County Chambers of Commerce and Meta’s Forest City Data Center. 

This event will feature a deep-dive on the Meta Data Center Community Action Grants, as well as a 1-hour session on leveraging Facebook fundraising tools to support your mission.
What:      Meta Breakfast & Learn: 
                A Special Session on Data Center Community Action Grants and Facebook Fundraising
Where:    The Foundation Performing Arts & Conference Center at Isothermal Community College
                286 ICC Loop Rd., Spindale, NC 28160
When:     Tuesday, October 4 – 7:30-9:30 a.m.
                     – 7:30a   Doors open
                     – 8:00a   Meta Data Center Community Action Grant Session:
                                    Best practices for grant writing, tools on navigating the submission portal, Q&A for                                                    prospective applicants, idea sharing with past grant recipients.
                     – 8:30a   Amplify your Facebook Fundraising Campaign:
                                    Helpful tips and tricks related to using Facebook fundraising tools to reach your
                                    fundraising goals, applying best practices as you start building your fundraising campaign                                      and determine your eligibility and the tools you need to start your fundraiser on Facebook
Space is limited, so please complete the below form by September 30 to reserve your seat.
For questions, please contact Tara Tenorio, Community Development Regional Manager for Meta, at [email protected].
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Categories: Business and Networking Workshops
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 4 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

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Categories: Meditation
Empower Hour
Oct 4 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Hola Carolina
Athena of Henderson County presents a unique and informal networking opportunity designed to inspire women – it’s not women-only, but it is women-centric. No formal presentation, no entrance fee – just bring your business cards and enjoy expanding your network!
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Categories: Business and Networking
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Vote in the “Coolest Thing Made in NC” Competition
Oct 5 all-day
online

Byer’s Precision Fabricators announced today that they have been named as a semi-finalist in the “Coolest Thing Made in NC” Competition.

The top 5 businesses in each category will be announced on September 22, when Byer’s may move on to the last round, and compete as a “Top 5” contender. The winner will be announced on October 6.

 

The vote tally has been reset to level the field for all semifinalists. As in the first round, the community may still only vote once a day with a valid email address.

 

To cast your vote for Byer’s Precision, click here: http://wshe.es/32QyUdFR

 

This competition helps to highlight manufacturing in NC, a crucial key to the state’s economic success. Byer’s Precision Fabricators was opened in 1942 by Paul Byers, where he started a general sheet metal shop in Hendersonville, NC. Byer’s Sheet Metal Works quickly became one of the largest ductwork and roofing contractors in the state. Today, Byer’s Precision Fabricators is a 60,000 sq. ft facility, and the company has come a long way in 80 years! For more information about Byer’s, click here:  https://www.byersprecision.com/  

 

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking
WNC Career Expo – Employers Register Now!
Oct 5 all-day
online w/ WNC Agricultural Center-Davis Event Center

Great companies start with great people, and you’ll find both at the WNC Career Expo. Plan to join us Tuesday, October 11 from 11 AM – 4 PM.

Presented by the Mountain Area Workforce Board and the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Western North Carolina businesses and organizations are ready to promote career opportunities for job seekers in advanced manufacturing, technology, health care, tourism, professional services, and other high-growth industries. All job seekers are encouraged to attend this one-stop opportunity to meet directly with representatives from companies hiring now.
Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 5 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Read more
Categories: Meditation
Thursday, October 6, 2022
Vote in the “Coolest Thing Made in NC” Competition
Oct 6 all-day
online

Byer’s Precision Fabricators announced today that they have been named as a semi-finalist in the “Coolest Thing Made in NC” Competition.

The top 5 businesses in each category will be announced on September 22, when Byer’s may move on to the last round, and compete as a “Top 5” contender. The winner will be announced on October 6.

 

The vote tally has been reset to level the field for all semifinalists. As in the first round, the community may still only vote once a day with a valid email address.

 

To cast your vote for Byer’s Precision, click here: http://wshe.es/32QyUdFR

 

This competition helps to highlight manufacturing in NC, a crucial key to the state’s economic success. Byer’s Precision Fabricators was opened in 1942 by Paul Byers, where he started a general sheet metal shop in Hendersonville, NC. Byer’s Sheet Metal Works quickly became one of the largest ductwork and roofing contractors in the state. Today, Byer’s Precision Fabricators is a 60,000 sq. ft facility, and the company has come a long way in 80 years! For more information about Byer’s, click here:  https://www.byersprecision.com/  

 

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking
WNC Career Expo – Employers Register Now!
Oct 6 all-day
online w/ WNC Agricultural Center-Davis Event Center

Great companies start with great people, and you’ll find both at the WNC Career Expo. Plan to join us Tuesday, October 11 from 11 AM – 4 PM.

Presented by the Mountain Area Workforce Board and the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Western North Carolina businesses and organizations are ready to promote career opportunities for job seekers in advanced manufacturing, technology, health care, tourism, professional services, and other high-growth industries. All job seekers are encouraged to attend this one-stop opportunity to meet directly with representatives from companies hiring now.
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Categories: Business and Networking Community
Camp Field Day
Oct 6 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Camp Ton-A-Wandah

The Henderson County Chamber of Commerce along with United Community Bank present Camp Field Day hosted by Camp Ton-A-Wandah.
Camp Field Day is a fabulous, unique opportunity for area business folks to spend a day at one of our local camps. Spending the day competing and participating in camp activities to serve as a team building opportunity, client/customer development opportunity and a chance to get to know a bit about the large hidden industry of Camp that is a significant local economic driver. Camp Field Day is a fundraiser/business development event for the Chamber of Commerce and its membership. (Similar to a golf tournament or 5K). The event was created in Henderson County and is being modeled in other areas to achieve the same awareness and success.
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This event serves many purposes from awarenss of our camp industry to team building and friendly competition.
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Categories: Business and Networking Outdoors
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 6 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Read more
Categories: Meditation
Friday, October 7, 2022
WNC Career Expo – Employers Register Now!
Oct 7 all-day
online w/ WNC Agricultural Center-Davis Event Center

Great companies start with great people, and you’ll find both at the WNC Career Expo. Plan to join us Tuesday, October 11 from 11 AM – 4 PM.

Presented by the Mountain Area Workforce Board and the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Western North Carolina businesses and organizations are ready to promote career opportunities for job seekers in advanced manufacturing, technology, health care, tourism, professional services, and other high-growth industries. All job seekers are encouraged to attend this one-stop opportunity to meet directly with representatives from companies hiring now.
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Categories: Business and Networking Community
CRC for ED’s 15th Annual HEAL Conference/Retreat
Oct 7 @ 9:15 am – 3:45 pm
Lake Eden, Black Mountain

*Enjoy dynamic speakers and networking while spending a gorgeous WNC fall day rejuvenating*
HEAL presents professional development and networking opportunities as well as education for the general public.
Our conference addresses disordered eating and eating disorders recovery by presenting experts from various sectors of the industry.
This year we are hosting a 1/2 day of CE sessions and a 1/2 day retreat with care-for-the-provider sessions and connection!

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Categories: Business and Networking Community Education Workshops
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 7 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

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Categories: Meditation
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Mindful Self-Compassion 9-Session Class Outdoors Near Warren Wilson
Oct 8 all-day
Charles D. Owen Park

MSC is an empirically-supported 9-session program that helps participants develop and deepen the skills of self-compassion. Activities include meditation, talks, discussion, and experiential exercises. This class will be held rain or shine outdoors in a beautiful setting over nine Saturdays, 9/17-11/19, skipping 10/15.

We will meet from 10:30AM-2PM with a 30-minute break for lunch midway through each session. Each class participant will receive a copy of The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook.

Register at mindfulselfcompassionasheville.com by 8/30 for early-bird pricing.

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Categories: Education Health & Wellness Meditation Outdoors Parks & Recreation Workshops
WNC Career Expo – Employers Register Now!
Oct 8 all-day
online w/ WNC Agricultural Center-Davis Event Center

Great companies start with great people, and you’ll find both at the WNC Career Expo. Plan to join us Tuesday, October 11 from 11 AM – 4 PM.

Presented by the Mountain Area Workforce Board and the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Western North Carolina businesses and organizations are ready to promote career opportunities for job seekers in advanced manufacturing, technology, health care, tourism, professional services, and other high-growth industries. All job seekers are encouraged to attend this one-stop opportunity to meet directly with representatives from companies hiring now.
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Categories: Business and Networking Community
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Oct 8 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
A-B Tech Enka Campus

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Categories: Business and Networking
James Vester Miller:From Walking Trail to Website Launch
Oct 8 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Pack Library’s Lord Auditorium

The historic contributions and impact of renowned Black Architect James Vester Miller come to life in a new walking trail and website. Buncombe County Public Libraries and Preservation Society of Asheville & Buncombe County are proud to present a program and walking tour on Saturday, Oct. 8 at 11 a.m.
The public is invited to this free program. Join us at Pack Library’s Lord Auditorium to hear Asheville photographer Andrea Clark speak about her grandfather, master mason James Vester Miller. Born in Rutherford County, NC to an enslaved mother and slave master father, James Vester Miller built many of the historic brick buildings in downtown Asheville. The program will focus on the launch of the new James Vester Miller website, designed by UNC- Asheville student AJ Jolly under the guidance of Professor Victoria Bradbury, chair of the Department of New Media. Participants are encouraged to walk the trail at will or join the guided tour that will take place following the program.
Learn more about James Vester Miller in the Preservation North Carolina sponsored traveling exhibit: “We Built This” Profiles of Black Architects and Builders in NC.” Miller is the sole artist from western North Carolina to be featured in the exhibit, which is currently on display through Oct. 10 at Pack Memorial Library
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Categories: Education Tours walk
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 8 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

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Categories: Meditation
Sunday, October 9, 2022
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 9 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Read more
Categories: Meditation
Monday, October 10, 2022
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 10 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Read more
Categories: Meditation
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
WNC Career Expo
Oct 11 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
WNC Ag Center

Find the Next Step in Your Career

Great companies start with great people, and you’ll find both at the WNC Career Expo.

Plan to join us Tuesday, October 11 from 11 AM – 4 PM at the Davis Event Center at the WNC Agricultural Center, located at 761 Boylston Highway in Fletcher.

Presented by the Mountain Area Workforce Board and the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce.

Western North Carolina businesses and organizations are ready to promote career opportunities for job seekers in advanced manufacturing, technology, health care, tourism, professional services, and other high-growth industries. All job seekers are encouraged to attend this one-stop opportunity to meet directly with representatives from companies hiring now.

Read more
Categories: Business and Networking Community
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 11 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Read more
Categories: Meditation
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Business Morning Update
Oct 12 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Elk's Lodge

This monthly event is co-sponsored with Blue Ridge Community College’s Small Business Center, the City of Hendersonville Main Street program, and the Hendersonville Merchants & Business Association features several speakers on timely community events and issues affecting our business community.

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Categories: Business and Networking