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.
*Events in red below are specifically for veterans or first responders only; events in green are open to all.
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.
2025 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 5-6:30pm.
WIND DOWN WEDNESDAY: Guided Herd Meditation
Relax and release while enjoying guided herd meditation with our amazing horses. Registration is required. Pricing is on sliding scale of $40-$55 pp. Learn More.
2025 Dates:
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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
2025 Dates:
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.
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April 17
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May 15
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June 19
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July 17
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Aug 21
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Sept 18
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Oct 16
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Nov 20
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Dec 18
SQUARE UP: A Veteran to Veteran Support Group
Open to all veterans. 3rd Friday of each month from 3:30pm-5pm
2025 Dates:
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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.
2025 Dates:
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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.
2025 Dates:
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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!
May is for Mental Health Awareness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we're excited to share that the Horses for Mental Health National Campaign has officially launched in tandem with the #SeenThroughHorses Campaign, and Soul to Sole Connection is honored to be part of this powerful movement.
Alongside 95 incredible nonprofits, we’re helping raise awareness, expand access to mental health services, and showcase the healing power of horses across the U.S., Canada, and Ireland. We invite you to join us—learn more, donate, and spread the word. It only takes a moment and makes an ENORMOUS difference!
Goal: Raise $500 TODAY!
That’s just 5 people giving $100, or 10 people giving $50. Every single donation counts!
Together, we can help more people access the care they need - because mental health matters. Be one of our first supporters!
Tee Off For A Veteran 2025
Tee Off For A Veteran annual golf tournament founded by Bryan Holliday is held the second weekend of each September at the Warrior Golf Club in China Grove, NC. 100% of charities received are donated to local Veteran-related organizations throughout the Lake Norman area, including Soul to Sole! Stay tuned for 2025 details.
Registration coming soon!
Raise a Glass Fundraiser at Red Buffalo Brewing
The March 2025 event was a great success! Thanks for the Support!
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 our partners for this year’s Raise a Glass Fundraiser: 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
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 each spring.
A portion of proceeds directly benefits our organization. Sale ended on April 14, 2025! Thank you for making you world beautiful and support something amazing!
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 community calendar below.
Regularly Scheduled Veteran Meet-Ups at Richard Childress Racing
Join us monthly for “Veterans Coffee at Richard Childress Racing” hosted by Veterans Bridge Home. (RCR Headquarters building 425 Industrial Dr., Welcome, NC). The event offers free coffee for veterans, a special presentation, and table displays. All Veterans are invited to attend, 8am-12pm
Upcoming Dates:
May 14; June 11; July 9; August 13; September 10; October 8; November 12; December 12
Community Events & Engagement
Come engage with us at the following events throughout the greater Mooresville - Lake Norman community
