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Mindfulness in Asheville

The Holistic Life Foundation is a Baltimore-based 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the wellness of children and adults in underserved communities. Through a comprehensive approach which helps children develop their inner lives through yoga, mindfulness, and self-care. HLF demonstrates deep commitment to learning, community, and stewardship in the environment. HLF is also committed to developing high-quality, evidence based, programs and curriculum to improve community well-being.

Mindfulness in Education is growing rapidly in schools across the country as research is proving it to be a crucial piece to building emotional intelligence in students. One of the most successful organizations in the US over the last 15 years is the Holistic Life Foundation. They work with inner city schools in Baltimore, serving over 4,500 kids and have had amazing results in increasing graduation rates, lowering violence, reducing suspensions, and improving the well-being of those they serve. HLF has been featured on ABC news, the Huffington Post, NBC news, and several TEDx talks. Their advisory board included Congressman Tim Ryan and Dr. Dan Siegel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iWSpzA2BwNs

LEAF Legends of Africa: Cultural Arts Showcase!

LEAF invites the community to a culturally rich performance by Masankho Banda, LEAF International Rwanda and LEAF International Tanzania at The Orange Peel. This performance is a fantastic opportunity for school field trips, homeschoolers, all those who want to continue the LEAF weekend, or cannot make to LEAF Festival to experience an electrifying cultural performance. The 44th LEAF Festival will be taking place the weekend prior (May 11-14) and is set to IGNITE & INSPIRE featuring Legends of Africa! This showcase will bring the energy from Lake Eden direct to Downtown Asheville!

Masankho Banda, a multi-disciplinary Performing Artist, InterPlay Leader, Spiritual Healer, and Peace Builder from Malawi, Central Africa will headline the showcase and be accompanied by LEAF International Rwanda and LEAF International Tanzania. Masankho learned to dance and tell stories in his country growing up as a child. The students will learn songs and dances of gratitude from Malawi, Nigeria, Zimbabwe & South Africa. The focus will be gratitude for our ancestors, gratitude for things of nature, gratitude for love and for friendship. Masankho brings this learning to all his presentations and classes. Masankho is the recipient of the “Unsung Heroes of Compassion” Award awarded by His Holiness the Dalai Lama in May, 2001.

LEAF is delighted to share this wonderful opportunity to learn about and experience a taste Africa. *This project is supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts. School groups are encouraged. All ages, stages & walks of life welcome! Advance booking recommended.

School & Group Discounts Available! Please Email: cortina@theLEAF.org or call 828-686-8742 to reserve.

Gender Creative Kids Play Group

Porch Light Counseling & Tranzmission Support Trans Youth & Their Families!

Porch Light Counseling & Tranzmission invite trans, non-binary, and gender creative kids and their families to the first of a series of events supporting trans youth and their families.

Who: Trans/non-binary/gender creative youth of all ages & their families

What: Resource Sharing Time for the Parents & Families & Supervised Play/Hang Out for the Youth

(Arts & crafts, snacks, and an outdoor playground will be available. Kids may be separated by age, depending on who shows up.)

 

Why: Connect with other parents. Learn about resources to support yourself and your children. All parents are welcome to attend whether you have resources to share or no clue where to begin. If you’re a kid or teen, come to play or meet some new friends!

Contact: Heather at 678-313-8747 or heather@porchlightcounselingasheville.com with questions.

Please complete the form to RSVP (not required to attend, but we would love to know who to expect).

March for Science in Asheville

This is the official announcement of the Asheville March for Science! We have filed our permit and are underway planning the details of the event. On April 22nd, we will be marching from Aston Park to Pack Square to advocate for the importance of empirical science and fact-based policy. Once at Pack Square there will be an event with a great line-up of speakers and booths about different science based groups around WNC. This non-partisan march is for anyone and everyone with an interest in science. The march will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. RSVP for the march via the FB Event link. Updates will be provided via email as well as on our Official FB and Twitter pages. Be sure to “LIKE” our official page for real-time updates to your newsfeed even if you have already joined the “Group” page.

Parking Info: http://www.ashevillenc.gov/departments/parking/default.htm

Website: http://ashevillemarchforscience.weebly.com/

Email Updates Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfw6jOwUiAp2R8rLOpTMXZ16C8lxcP0Xu18D1uz8ZMr4jOUyw/viewform

Official FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/sciencemarchavl/

Official FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/asheville.marchforscience/

Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/ScienceMarchAVL
#ScienceMarchAVL #sciencemarch

Parents Night Out (3-10yrs)

First Saturday of Every Month

Activities will include pizza, snacks, crafts, dancing and a movie!  The evening is facilitated by one of our most wonderful instructors, Allison Hertzberg. Only $25 / $15 per additional sibling. PAYMENT IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO EVENT.

The evening runs from 6-10pm, Ages 3-10.

  • 6:00-7:30pm – Pizza, crafts, games and dancing activities

  • 7:30-9:15pm – Age appropriate movie

  • 9:15-10:00pm – Calm down time with story reading and relaxing activities

RSVP at the front desk, by phone, email, or register online.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Blood Drive and Fundraiser Benefit for Selah Grace & Family

January 3, 2016 Selah Grace was diagnosed with Stage IV High risk Neuroblastoma Cancer at age 4. Selah has had to endure many tests, treatments and surgeries.

 

Selah’s future holds more procedures and tests. Throughout the journey, the family finds comfort in their faith.

 

Bring your cars, tractors, motorcycles, horse and buggy … anything you want to drive in!

Spring Picnic & Kids Egg Hunt

 

Stay after church on Sunday, April 14 for our Spring Picnic. We’ll celebrate one-year of being at our new campus, have fun playing family-friendly games, enjoy friends old and new, eat delicious food, and celebrate the Easter season!

We’ll provide meat and drinks. YOU bring your friends, family, and a large side dish to share. We’ll have bouncy houses and an Easter egg hunt for the kids (bring baskets).

POSTPONED: Bounce into Spring Adventure Run

Shed your cabin fever and welcome warmer weather! Join Buncombe County Recreation Services to celebrate the season outdoors at the “Bounce into Spring Adventure Challenge.”

The Adventure Challenge is a chance to get outside and be active while challenging yourself at your own pace. It offers an alternative to more run of the mill running events by breaking up the run with activities that sample the many options for outdoor play and active living that our region has to offer. The event is inclusive of all ages and abilities.

Stations will be spread throughout the course allowing you to complete sports feats or physical challenges as part of the race. Stations include a disc golf, basketball shot, a foam archery course, a mini obstacle course, and a slackline balance beam.

This event is family friendly, but please leave your four legged members at home, it may be a little too much excitement for them (look for their chance to race at our Tails and Trails Adventure Run).

The Bounce into Spring Adventure Challenge is a great chance to kick off the prime outdoor season in a fun and active format. The challenge is part of a larger effort by Buncombe County Recreation Services to create accessible experiences for a wide-range of residents and inviting to those who are new to outdoor recreation

  • Where: Charles D. Owen Park   875 Warren Wilson Rd.   Swannanoa  NC 28778
  • When: Saturday, March 24, 2018
  • Time: Registration will open at 9am (pre-registration is strongly suggested); the races will begin at 10:00am with staggered starts.
  • Pre-registration: $7 per participant Register @ bounceintospring.buncomberecreation.org
  • Day of registration:  $10 per participant

Cinco de Mayo Party

We’re celebrating Cinco de Mayo with loads of fun for the whole family! Join us for a surprise beer release @6PM, a holiday inspired music set from the Eric Congdon Trio @7PM and a taco bar from Olive at the Ghost.
We’ve got a sombrero relay planned for the kids @6PM and instead of cornhole, adults can try out a round of sombrero toss!

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