Willow Equine and Sole to Sole Connection hosts regular group events at our location, as well as annual fundraisers and a multitude of special events with the support of our partners throughout the year. We also connect with our community via regularly schedule veteran meet ups and regional events. See what we've got coming up!
Willow Equine & Soul to Soul Connection Events
Join us at our private farm for our monthly recurring events. We offer a safe, non-judgmental space, and value the privacy of our patrons. What happens at the farm, stays at the farm!
Please contact us at 704-237-0644 or via email for our precise location. Registration is required for groups/events.
Female Veterans Group. Held 1st Friday of each month from 3:30pm-5pm
MARES: Magnificent, Alive, Rare, and Exceptional Souls
Talk with fellow female veterans, who have similar shared experiences, struggles, and challenges to both offer and receive support.
Upcoming Dates:
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Feb 7
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March 7
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April 4
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May 2
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June 6
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Aug 1
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Sept 5
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Oct 3
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Nov 7
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Dec 5
Everyone welcome. Held 2nd Wednesday of each month from 4pm-5:30pm.
Beginning in April, time moves to 5-6:30pm.
WIND DOWN WEDNESDAY: Guided Herd Meditation
Relax and release while enjoying guided herd meditation with our amazing horses. Registration is required. Learn More.
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Feb 12
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Mar 12
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April 9
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May 14
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June 11
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July 9
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Aug 13
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Sept 10
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Oct 8
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Nov 12
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Dec 10
GROUND TYING: Male First Responders
Male First Repsonders. 3rd Thursday of each month from 12:30-2pm
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TBA
First responders must remain calm even while balancing the pressures and expectations of life and work. Join us and talk with fellow first responders, who have similar shared experiences, struggles & challenges.
SQUARE UP: A Veteran to Veteran Support Group
Open to all veterans. 3rd Friday of each month from 3:30pm-5pm
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Jan 17
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Feb 21
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Mar 21
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April 18
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May 16
Talk with fellow veterans, who have similar shared experiences, struggles, and challenges to both offer advice and receive support.
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July 18
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Aug 15
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Sept 19
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Oct 17
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Nov 21
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Dec 19
STEADFAST & BRAVE: Female First Responders
Female First Responders. 4th Wednesday of each month from 10-11:30am.
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Jan 22
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Feb 26
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Mar 26
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April 23
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May 28
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June 25
You balance family, work and the emotional toll of your job. Join us and talk with fellow female first responders, who have similar shared experiences, struggles & challenges.
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July 23
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Aug 27
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Sept 24
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Oct 22
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Nov 26
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Dec 17
ENDURING CONNECTIONS: Healing Circles
Everyone welcome. 4th Wednesday of each month from 4pm-5:30pm.
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Jan 22
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Feb 26
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Mar 26
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April 23
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May 28
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June 25
Join and share with others needing connection, support, and encouragement. Together with the horses, we will spend time in the pasture and in a sacred circle.
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July 23
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Aug 27
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Sept 24
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Oct 22
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Nov 26
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Dec 17
Annual Fundraisers & Special Events
Willow Equine and Sole to Sole Connection hosts fundraising events throughout the year thanks to the crucial collaboration of partners. These events help to increase awareness, foster crucial connections, sponsor clients, and keep our mission going strong. If you would like to sponsor a fundraiser or partner with us on upcoming events, please reach out!
Raise a Glass Fundraiser at Red Buffalo Brewing
Coming March 4. 2025 5:30-9pm
Every March, Red Buffalo Brewing hosts an amazing celebration benefitting our efforts with live music, food trucks, auction items, and of course, fabulous beer!
Sole to Sole Connection would like to sincerely thank those that partnered with us for this year’s Raise a Glass Fundraiser, held in Statesville on March 14, 2024: Advanced Auto Parts, Aurora Art Gallery, Bae’s Burgers, BJs Mooresville, Daylight Donuts, Family Defense Institute of NC, Food Lion of Mooresville, Four Corners Framing & Gallery, Joe Fish, Lowes (Mooresville Store), Majestic Nail Salon, Outback Steakhouse, PhDs, Red Buffalo Brewing, Sarah Lynn Richards, Southern Notions, Sweet Dreams Mattress Co., Tilley HD, Troutman Barber Shop, Troutman Chair Co., Viva Tacos, Walmart of Mooresville, Welcome Home Veterans at Richards Coffee Shop, Wild Child Fire Hats
The Raise a Glass Auction is now LIVE! Bid on items until 8:45pm on March 4th!
Art, Collectibles, Entertainment, Gift Baskets, & More!
Tournament Details:
$50 Buy-In (Cash Only, please bring small bills if possible)!
$25 One Time Re-Buy Option
Casual Dress
First Place: $400 Cash Prize!
Second Place: $200 Cash Prize!
Poker Tournament for Soul to Sole!
JOIN US for the Soul to Sole Connection Poker Tournament! REGISTER NOW!
Hosted by Dan Beckmann of Letters From Home
Friday, March 28, 5pm-9pm
At Barn Life:1620 London Road, Mooresville, NC
Registration Fee: $25. Doors open at 1pm to purchase chips, eat snacks and socialize! Game begins strictly at 1:30pm
Game ends at 3:30pm, prizes distributed immediately to our winners!
Don’t want to play but want to support? Purchase a $10 Watch-Only Ticket! 100% of the proceeds to go SoulToSole Connection!
Give and Garden Fundraiser for Soul to Sole Spring 2025
If you love to garden, please consider purchasing your seeds to help Soul to Sole.
A portion of proceeds directly benefits our organization. Sale ends on April 14, 2025! Make you world beautiful and support something amazing! Buy yours NOW!
Staying Connected with our Community
Soul to Sole Connection supports and engages in numerous veteran-centric events throughout the greater Lake Norman community, as well as across the NC piedmont region.
Annually, you can find us at the May Memorial Ruck & 5K in Downtown Mooresville, the July Field of Flags Mooresville Exchange events at the Mooresville YMCA, the November “One Nation Under God” Veterans Lunch at Richards Coffee Shop, and the Mooresville Veterans Day Parade & Celebrations. See our full calendar below.
Regularly Scheduled Veteran Meet-Ups:
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Wednesday, August 28 from 9-10:30am – “Veterans Coffee at Hendrick Motorsports” hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. Team Center Building, 4433 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd. Charlotte. All Veterans are invited to attend.
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Wednesday, September 11 from 9-10:30am – “Veterans Coffee at Richard Childress Racing” hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. (RCR Headquarters building 425 Industrial Dr., Welcome, NC) We will be recognizing both post 9/11 Veterans and First Responders at this event. All Veterans are invited to attend.
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Thursday, September 26 from 9-10:30am – “Veterans Coffee at Stewert Hass Racing” hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. All Veterans are invited to attend.
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Wednesday, October 9 from 9-10:30am – “Veterans Coffee at Richard Childress Racing” hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. (RCR Headquarters building 425 Industrial Dr., Welcome, NC). Terry Snyder, Founder of “Operation North State” will be discussing the many “Veteran Experiences” they provide. All Veterans are invited to attend.
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Wednesday, October 23 from 9-10:30am – “Veterans Coffee at Hendrick Motorsports” hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. Team Center Building, 4433 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd. Charlotte. All Veterans are invited to attend.
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Wednesday, November 13 from 9-10:30am – “Veterans Coffee at Richard Childress Racing” hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. (RCR Headquarters building 425 Industrial Dr., Welcome, NC) Dr. Anthony Atala, Director of the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine, will discuss cutting-edge medical technology to develop new ways to assist service members who've suffered severe and disfiguring wounds. All Veterans are invited to attend.
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Wednesday, December 11 from 9-10:30am – “Veterans Coffee at Richard Childress Racing” hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. (RCR Headquarters building 425 Industrial Dr., Welcome, NC) The Annual Holiday Event and collection for “Toys for Tots.” All Veterans are invited to attend.
Special Community Events & Engagement:
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Wednesday, August 21 from 11am-2pm - “Veteran Recognition Lunch” presented by Frontier Coffee Shop & Veterans Bridge Home. West End Plaza, 1935 Jake Alexander Blvd W, Salisbury, NC 28147. This luncheon features live entertainment and fun raffle prizes. Everyone is welcome to attend. Register at - Veteran Recognition Lunch
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Wednesday, September 11 at 9am – “9/11 Memorial Ceremony” hosted by the Exchange Club of Mooresville / LKN, First Responder Park, Mooresville. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Tuesday, October 8 from 11am-5pm – “Lake Norman Chamber Business Expo” Huntersville Recreation Center This annual expo is a showcase of the vibrant business community in the Lake Norman region, offering an unparalleled opportunity for networking, collaboration, and growth. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Saturday, October 12 from 10am-4pm – “Horse Lovers Day at Leatherman Lane” (9008 Overcash Rd, Concord, NC) This is a fun filled day of horses, shopping, food, live music, and more! This event helps raise money for “Go Jen Go” a local organization providing critical financial assistance to those battling breast cancer.
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Saturday, November 10 from 11am-1pm – ““One Nation Under God” FREE Veterans Lunch, hosted by the Exchange Club of Mooresville / LKN. Richard’s Coffee Shop, Main St. Mooresville, NC. All Veteran and a plus 1 receive a FREE BBQ lunch and gift bag. Everyone is welcome to attend, enjoy live music, camaraderie and show their appreciation to our local veterans.
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Monday, November 11 at 1pm - Veterans Day Parade, Downtown Mooresville Everyone is welcome to attend. (SEVERAL OF THE HORSES WILL BE THERE!)
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Thursday, November 14 from 9am-1pm - Red Cross Bus Blood Drive, Richards Coffee Shop, Mooresville. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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December 5, 6, & 7 – “Christmas in Davidson”, Downtown Davidson. Visit the largest and most popular Davidson event to put you into the holiday spirit. Visit the “Giving Tree Village”, which is an annual fundraiser and strengthens community connections, raising awareness and needed funding for local non-profits within the local community. Be sure to vote for the Soul to Sole Connection tree! Everyone is welcome to attend.