Wells Events & Reception Center

08/21/2024

Hosting an event soon? Consider Wells Events Center as your venue! Our spacious and adaptable facility can cater to any event type, providing the perfect setting for a successful and memorable occasion.

08/08/2024

Celebrate life's precious moments at Wells Events Center!

08/07/2024

Reserve Wells Events Center in Downtown Waynesville as your private venue for Christmas gatherings this holiday season! Invite family, friends or staff to spend time together this Christmas season for food and fun! Menu and bar options are available!

02/21/2024

Thank you Western Carolina University College of Business FORVIS Accountancy Program for allowing Wells Events Center to be the host venue for your “Meet the Firms” Job Fair! (Catered by The Patio Bistro & Staff with assistance from Wells Evebts Staff!)
RESERVE WELLS EVENTS CENTER FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT!!!

11/15/2023

It’s time to reserve the date for family, friends and staff gatherings this holiday season! We would love to have you join us! 🎄

The Wells Event Center in Waynesville, NC offers an elegant and versatile space for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions. Contact us to learn more about our services.

11/14/2023

Reserve the date for your HOLIDAY GATHERING today!!!! 🎄

08/10/2023

Something to think about….

Grief Groceries!
I saw this letter today- as a funeral directors son, I have been around this for years. This is some of the best advice I have ever seen.

“Hey there, Thanks for writing. I’m really glad your friend has you in her life.

I get it. Grief is a funny thing. It’s the time in our life when we most need help, and also the time when asking for help is so hard. Not because we are ashamed to ask for help, although that happens sometimes too. But mostly because our brain just sort of shuts down.

When my Dad died, I looked functional. But I wasn’t OK. Not at all. And when the news got out, the ton of people flooding me with calls, texts, and DM’s was overwhelming. I really couldn’t function. I sat on the swing in our yard and just stared into space. People called and asked what they could do to help. I had no idea.

“Well, anything you need at all, let me know, OK?”

“OK”.

They hung up. I stared into space some more.

I had no idea what to do. What I needed. I didn’t even know what to ask for.

Then a friend sent a text. This friend had met Dad once but didn’t really know him. But still, she knew I was hurting. I saw who it was and almost put the phone down without reading the text, but I saw the message and it stopped me:

Will you be home at 8:30 tonight?

What’s weird is this friend lives 12 hours away from me.

Yes, I replied.

“K.”

10 minutes later, she said, “Instacart will be there at 8:30. Open the door for them.”

“What?”

“Grief Groceries.!!”

When Instacart showed up, they put two large bags of groceries on my porch. Frozen pizzas. Ice cream. Oreo cookies. Tinned soup. Stouffer’s lasagna. A gallon of milk. Like that. Things I could heat up if I needed a meal, or pig out on if I needed fat and sugar. Sometimes, you just need to eat half a box of Oreos.

Notice she didn’t ask if I needed any food. I would have said no. She just asked if I would be home.

Grief groceries.

Another friend, who lives out of town, asked Renee to name a restaurant near our house where we like to eat. There is a local chain near our house that is sort of a deli. When we eat supper there, we spend about $25. Renee told her the name of the place.

An hour later, there was a gift card in my inbox for $250. Yes, that is a lot of money, and I understand not everyone can do that. But the wonderful thing was that because it was enough for multiple meals, we didn’t try to save it for “the right time”. We ate there that night, and take out from there several times a week for the next month on nights when I just didn’t have the spoons to cook.

Both of those gift-givers knew something I didn’t know – that when you are grieving, you don’t want to make decisions. No, that’s not quite it: You can’t make decisions. You hit decision fatigue really fast.

So, I guess what I’m saying is, don’t ask grieving people to make big choices or decisions. “How can I help” is a big choice. But “Can I take the kids this afternoon so you can have some time to yourself” is a much smaller one. “Will you be home tonight?” is a small choice. “What restaurant do you like” is a small decision. Just showing up to cut their grass because you noticed it needed cutting is loads better than asking, “Do you want me to cut the grass?” Or, “I’m going to Target. What can I get you while I’m there?” is better than “Can I run any errands for you?”

It won’t always be like this. If you stick around, eventually they will surface and ways to be helpful will make themselves known. But in the first few days, especially, it helps to remove as many decisions from their plate as you can!”

Original Words from: Hugh Hollowell Jr.

07/06/2023

Join us!

Click on the QR code to order tickets or to make a donation! We hope to see you at Wells Event Center July 29!

06/27/2023

We’re excited to be a part of this wonderful evening! Seating is limited to 100 guests! Use the QR code to purchase your tickets or make your donation to support Haywood Hospice Children’s Grief Programs!

06/26/2023

We welcomed Waynesville Rotary Club this past Friday.Thank you for spending your evening with us!

05/17/2023

Hosting Haywood County Chamber’s “Women in Business” luncheon is one of our longest-running events since our 2014 opening! Let us host your next gathering! 828-476-5070
Thank you “Kanini’s” for another delicious lunch catering!

03/31/2023

Packet pickup is underway for the Mighty Four Miler – To Benefit the Riley Howell Foundation Fund. Stop by between 4-6PM today (Friday) or 6-8AM on Saturday. If you haven't registered, it's not too late! You can register in person during the pack pickup.

Learn more about the Riley Howell Foundation by visiting https://rileyhowellfoundation.org/

03/22/2023

Thank you Haywood County Chamber of Commerce for choosing Wells Events Center to host your event! Thank you for all you do in our community!

03/22/2023

Last week we had the pleasure of hosting Sonoco Plastics employees & management team for their Quarterly Town Hall complete with a hot & delicious meal from Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta!

We'd love to host your next business meeting at Wells Events & Reception Center. Give us a call at 828-476-5070 or email us at [email protected] to learn more.

03/08/2023

We're looking forward to this event with the Haywood County Chamber of Commerce! Click below to learn more!

We love an excuse to fill Wells Events & Reception Center with the fantastic female leaders in our region. Join us on March 22nd at Wells Events & Reception Center as guest speaker Kay Anderson discusses the science of resilience and skills used to reduce stress and increase focus in high-pressure environments.

Registration link will be available on the Haywood Chamber event calendar and in the comments below!

02/28/2023

We were fortunate earlier today to have an impromptu photo shoot! This is one of our own photos, but we’re looking forward to seeing what great professional images Jacob Sutton of Creative-Campfire captured for us!

02/20/2023

One of the things we love is how our space changes with every event. We want our space to fit your needs! From baby showers to class reunions, holiday parties, rehearsal dinners, and business meetings - let us help you bring your vision to life!

Give us a call or send us an email and let us help you with your next event at Wells Events & Reception Center! For more information, contact us at 828.476.5070 or [email protected]

02/06/2023

Last week we were honored to host the Canopy Realtor Association / Western Region for a meeting & luncheon, complete with a soup & potato bar! Thank you for choosing Wells Events & Reception Center.

Let us help you plan your next event or business meeting at Wells Events & Reception Center. For more information, contact us at 828.476.5070 or [email protected]

01/31/2023

Last week we were honored to host both Park Lawn Corporation and Lifepoint Health for business meetings at Wells Events & Reception Center.

We can help you streamline your next business meeting with breakfast & coffee, lunch & desserts, or both! By using local caterers and restaurants we can make your next meeting seamless - all you have to do is show up!

For more information about hosting your next meeting at Wells Events Center, contact us at [email protected] or #828.476.5070.

01/31/2023

We love a party! On Saturday we had the honor of hosting a surprise 80th Birthday Party! Thank you for choosing Wells Events & Reception Center.

With three different spaces to choose from, let us help you plan your next party or celebration at Wells Events & Reception Center. For more information, contact us at [email protected] or #828.456.5070

01/27/2023

Need a space for your next business or corporate meeting? We offer local bagels and donuts for your morning meetings and the coffee is always hot!

For more information about hosting your next meeting or event at Wells Events Center, contact us at [email protected] or #828.456.5070

01/22/2023

On Thursday night we had the honor of hosting the Haywood Community College Foundation Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, and the President’s Council for a Winter Social celebrating the New Year. Thank you for choosing Wells Events & Reception Center to host your event!

For more information about hosting your next event at Wells Events Center, contact us at [email protected] or #828.456.5070

01/18/2023

View photos from the recent Haywood County Chamber of Commerce 2023 Elected Official's Reception - presented by Champion Credit Union. We have loved hosting this event for the past 8 years!

01/16/2023

May we remember, act, and celebrate the life and dream of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

01/10/2023

Tonight we hosted the 2023 Elected Officials Reception organized by the Haywood County Chamber of Commerce and presented by Champion Credit Union! Thank you for choosing Wells Events & Reception Center to host your event.

For more information about hosting your next event at Wells Events Center, contact us at [email protected] or #828.456.5070

01/06/2023

As you’re looking ahead this year, we invite you to join us at Wells Events & Reception Center. Host your rehearsal dinner, business meeting, baby shower, fundraiser, birthday party, class reunion, & more! With three different spaces to choose from, we will have something to fit your next event! Contact us at [email protected] or #828.456.5070 for more information.

10/04/2022

Need meeting space???
We’ve got it!! Large or small groups!
With audio/visual equipment for your presentations! Lunch menus too!!!
Call us today!! 828-476-5070

09/29/2022

WELCOME BACK!!! Once again…for the second time this week….we welcome SONOCO PLASTICS and the other half of their employees for their Q-3 Town Hall meeting!

09/28/2022

We welcomed SONOCO PLASTICS back yesterday (and will again tomorrow) for the 3rd time this year for their Q-3 Town Hall with employees. A great way to share updates and YTD information with the employees who make it ALL happen! Door prizes too! Thank you SONOCO for celebrating your successes and keeping your employees involved and valued!!!! GREAT Management Team!!!

09/25/2022

The Western Carolina University Master of Accountancy Program hosted a networking reception at Wells Events Center this past Friday evening with more than 100 students, professors and representatives from employers across WNC.