Barnes & Noble Book Group (Tunnel Road)
November 30, 2008 |  | Book Group Magic Tree House Book Club Children's |
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Showing newest 55 of 120 posts from November 2008. Show older posts
Sunday, November 30, 2008
An Asheville Art Museum Student Art Camper
From our mailbox passed onto you!!!!
An Asheville Art Museum Student Art Camper
Registration Now Open for Holiday Arts Extravaganza
Sign your art enthusiasts in grades 1 - 4 up for this exciting camp
December 29, 30 and 31 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. each day
ASHEVILLE, NC — The Asheville Art Museum, celebrating its 60th anniversary, invites you to take a break over the holidays and sign your art enthusiasts in grades 1 – 4 up for one or all three days of fun during the Holiday Arts Extravaganza Camp on December 29, 30 and 31, 2008 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. each day.
Students will spend their afternoons exploring and creating art of all kinds. Admission to the Museum and all supplies are included with cost.
Cost per day is $15 for Members and $18 for non-Members. Join the Museum today and receive 10% off a family Membership. Just add $64 to your Holiday Arts Extravaganza registration and receive the Members’ discount for this and all other Museum programs for a year!
Need a fun and artistic activity for your child over the holidays? Give yourself a break and let art turn your child’s holiday into an adventure to remember!
Pre-registration is required and financial aid is available. Call 828.253.3227, ext. 122 or visit www.ashevilleart.org for more information and to register now.
The Asheville Art Museum is the only nonprofit visual arts museum serving the 24 counties of Western North Carolina. Incorporated by artists in 1948, the Museum collects, preserves and interprets American art of the 20th and 21st centuries with a focus on work of significance to the Southeast.
Centrally located in downtown Asheville on Pack Square, the Museum is open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. The Museum is open every Friday until 8:00 p.m. Special docent-guided tour packages are available for groups and students.
Admission to the Museum is $6.00 for adults and $5.00 for seniors, students with ID and for children 4-15 (children age three and younger are admitted free). Members are admitted free to the Museum.
The Asheville Art Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums and receives general operating support from businesses, foundations and individuals, as well as from the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency funded by the State of North Carolina, and the National Endowment for the Arts, which believes that a great nation deserves great art. Additional support is provided by the City ofAsheville and Buncombe County.
The Asheville Art Museum asks when reprinting images, please keep all artwork at their original proportions; please do not crop them or alter them disproportionately. Provided image credit information is mandatory and images are not for resale.
Kim Zdanowicz
Communications Manager
Asheville Art Museum
P.O. Box 1717
Asheville, NC 28802
828.253.3227, ext. 116
828.257.4503 (fax)
www.ashevilleart.org
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Asheville Pizza Company is showing:
A PG movie called IGOR.
I don't even remember the advertisements. Maybe you do?
We hope you have a great weekend!
Spellbound Children's Bookshop
Spellbound Children's Bookshop
TODAY!!!
Saturday November 29th
2:00-4:00pm
A Visit with Santa
One of our most popular annual events, this is a chance to let your little ones meet Santa in a quiet, cozy atmosphere. As always, parents are welcome to bring cameras from home and snap photos, though please remember that Santa can only be here for two hours (it's his busy season, after all) and we want this to be a relaxed, fun experience for all the kids.
Alisha Silver will be on hand to take photos of the event, both group shots and (as time allows) individual ones. If you like, you can order photos in almost any format, including custom holiday cards.
Friday, November 28, 2008
The Gingerbread Houses at The Grove Park Inn.
This is a FREE event that you and your family will love. Be sure to take your camera for lots of picture taking. Don't forget to send us PICTURES!!!!
The Gingerbread Houses are at the Grove Park Inn FREE!!!!
The Polar Express!
Great Smokey Mountains Railroad
I have heard great things about this train adventure!!!!
(click on the picture to read all about it)
Barnes & Noble Storytime (Tunnel Road)
November 28, 2008 |  | Storytime Children's Storytime Pre-school (ages 3-6) |
THE LEGEND of LA BEFANA, Puppetry for the Holiday Season
TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Contact: Winnie Barrett
Cell: 828-274-7154
CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS with THE LEGEND of LA BEFANA, Puppetry for the Holiday Season
The Asheville Puppetry Alliance presents its holiday show, “La Befana” on Friday, November 28th at Diana Wortham Theater in downtown Asheville. The
Legend of La Befana (the female Italian Santa Claus), embodies the Holiday
spirit of giving, goodness and hope. Nothing could be more apropos for opening
the holiday season here in Western North Carolina this
year.
Red Herring Puppets have created an original version of the popular Italian legend with over fifty
puppets mixing hand, rod, shadow, and black-light figures. The story is set in a Byzantine
style and features a procession of animals, a glowing sequence of magical
stars, and an animated journey through the world in the Year One.
Following a visit from the Magi, La Befana puts down her broom in search of a magical star
which should lead her to a miraculous child. She never catches up with the star; but
finds inspiration in the realization that all children personify the spirit of
love and hope. She spends the rest of her life offering gifts children
everywhere.
Red Herring Puppets, founded in 1988 is based in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western
North Carolina. They delight young audiences with their lively and
informative "edu-tainment." They have been featured at many Puppetry
Festivals and at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta.
Lisa Sturz, Artistic Director and puppeteer, is a nationally recognized
puppeteer whose credits include Jim Henson Productions, Lucasfilm, Walt Disney
Imagineering, NBC, PBS, the Ice Capades and the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
Lisa’s giant puppets have been featured at such places as the Field
Museum, the Shedd Aquarium, and The Biltmore Estate and with the Asheville
Symphony Orchestra. Her film and television credits include Murphy Brown,
Puzzle Place, Elmo in Grouchland, Muppets in Space, the Flintstones, Howard
the Duck and Ninja Turtles III. She has earned a California Emmy.
Sturz holds an MFA in puppetry from UCLA. Her work has been supported by the
National Endowment for the Arts, the Jim Henson Foundation, the Puppeteers
of America and many State and local arts agencies. Lisa is also a teaching
artist who has led hands-on residencies in the schools for students and
teachers. She works with curriculum standards to integrate arts in
the classroom.
Catherine Haas Riley, composer, grew up in a creative family. Her piano teacher
mother married a Viennese artist with a passion for music. Cathy majored in art
at Brandeis University and then did her post -graduate studies in music.
She became certified in Orff-schulwerk music in 1983 and
presently teaches piano, guitar and voice in the Asheville area. She has
recorded several compact discs of her own music.
Marston Blow, puppeteer, has been performing with Red Herring Puppets for ten years.
She has years of experience as a technician in theatre and circus and
is a professional potter.
Asheville Puppetry Alliance is a non-profit arts organization sharing the ancient art of
puppetry with Western North Carolina.
Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children and seniors, available online and in person at the Diana Wortham Theater.
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Family Dance Party
Family Dance Party
Swannanoa Valley Montessori School presents "Dance, Baby, Dance," a dance party geared toward young children and their families. Let your little ones dance to the music of your youth!
Sunday, January 11, 2009, 2-4:30 pm at The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave, Asheville.
Tickets are $5/person or $6/person at the door. Infants and crawling babies are free.
Tickets on sale online at www.TheOrangePeel.net or call SVMS at 669-8571 or visit the website www.swanmont.org for more information.
Happy Thanksgiving from Kid Friendly Asheville
Kid Friendly Asheville want to wish you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving Day!
Want to share some pictures of your Thanksgiving with us?
Email them
AshevilleKids(at)aol(dot)com
Breakfast with Curious George at The Health Adventure
Go Bananas for Breakfast!
Breakfast with Curious George
Saturday, December 6
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
$10 per child
Saturday, December 6
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
$10 per child
Members receive 1/2 off
Adults and children under 2 are free
You and your family can enjoy a healthy, tasty start to your day with a very special friend! Meet Curious George while you satisfy your appetite with breakfast provided by Tomato Jam Café.
Space is limited for this event, and prepaid reservations are required. To RSVP, please call (828) 254-6373, Ext. 324, or e-mail bethanys@thehealthadventure.org.
You and your family can enjoy a healthy, tasty start to your day with a very special friend! Meet Curious George while you satisfy your appetite with breakfast provided by Tomato Jam Café.
Space is limited for this event, and prepaid reservations are required. To RSVP, please call (828) 254-6373, Ext. 324, or e-mail bethanys@thehealthadventure.org.
The Childrenʼs Health & Harmony Expo
From our mailbox passed onto you!
The Childrenʼs Health & Harmony Expo will take place at the downtown Asheville Renaissance Hotel Sunday December 7th from 10am-6pm in the ballroom.
This first annual children expo celebrates everything good for children and takes a holistic approach through education, entertainment, empowerment and enlightenment. The mission of the expo is bringing peace to earth one family at a time as the children are our future leaders.
The Asheville Arts Center is sponsoring the performance stage which will feature children performing Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory, and dance and singing performances. In addition, 23 Skidoo, Ashevilleʼs famous kidsʼ hip-hop star will be having everyone dancing and listening to uplifting rhymes and
beats.
Many other local and national companies will be present including Little Gym who is sponsoring an activity area which will include gymnastics and martial arts demonstrations. KidSenses will be bringing their traveling interactive blow up planetarium. BabiesRus is providing a quiet mothering area for those new moms to sit back on a rocking chair and explore their line of organic products. Kids can learn about everything organic at the Greenlife Farmers Market.
Come and explore 50+ booths which will range from Ashevilleʼs most beloved childrenʼs retail stores, holistic professionals, alternative schools, Ultimate Ice Cream and much more. This expo is also billed as one stop shop before the holidays with an emphasis on supporting local organic small businesses.
Throughout this fun filled day, leading holistic professionals will be offering health related workshops that will provide great insights and knowledge for the parents. Plan to stay the whole day as there will be delicious and nutritious organic bagged lunches for kids of all ages.
At the time of press there are still some booths available for services, products, and information for families in WNC.
For more information please contact Nicole Bookman at 828.252.8149 or namasteasheville.
Win Breakfast with Curious Geaorge!!!!!
Win Breakfast with Curious George!
Presented by Star 104.3 and The Health Adventure
Deadline for entries is Saturday, November 30, at midnight EST
Volunteer~Thanksgiving Meal Delivery
~Thanksgiving Meal Delivery
Thursday, November 27, 2008
8:00AM - 12:30PM
Location: Asheville, NC 28801 (Asheville)
The full project address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up.
Agency: Meals on Wheels of Asheville-Buncombe County
Description: Meals On Wheels is looking for volunteers to deliver meals to the homebound elderly of Buncombe County on Thanksginvg Day. All deliveries will be completed no later than 12:30pm. There will be no more than 16 deliveries per route and should take no longer than 1.5 hour to complete deliveries. Dress is casual as all volunteers will be jumping in and out of a car to deliver. All volunteers will use their own cars and gas. Families are encouraged to volunteer together!
Impact Areas: Seniors, Seniors
Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
Family Friendly: 12+, Family Friendly: 16+, Family Friendly: 5+, Family Friendly: All Ages
Skills: The skills helpful for participation in this project are:
Senior Services, Holiday Volunteering/Donations
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Free Movie at Asheville Pizza Company on Merrimon
FREE MOVIE TODAY!!
Novemeber 26th @ 7pm only
Just bring in 2 can food items to be donated to
MANNA Food Bank and receive 1 free ticket to The Dark Knight!
Limit 1 ticket per person. Valid ONLY for the 7pm movie November 26th. Not Valid for sold out shows.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Asheville Pizza Company Tuesday Night Fun
Asheville Pizza Company on Merrimon Ave.
Tuesday nights are always Family Night
Come see us Tuesday for dinner & board games, see The Balloon Guy in action! Family dinner specials as well as free sundaes for the kiddies EVERY Tuesday from 5:00p-8:00p
Curious George Coloring Contest!!!!
Curious George Coloring Contest
Rules and Regulations
Contest Sponsored by: Ingle’s Markets, Star 104.3 and The Health Adventure
PRIZES
Ten Family Passes good for admission for four to The Health Adventure on Saturday, January 10th, 2009 at 10 AM for a party with Curious George. Each child in attendance will receive a free picture with Curious George. The Family Passes will allow the winning families to explore The Health Adventure for the remainder of the day. Winners will be drawn on Monday, January 5th, 2009. One winner per household.In the case of inclement weather, the party with Curious George will be post-poned until Saturday, January 17th, 2009.
HOW TO WIN
Download a coloring sheet (below) and color Curious George. Bring or mail your completed Curious George to The Health Adventure with the child’s name and contact information.
When a child brings a completed Curious George coloring sheet to The Health Adventure he/she will receive one dollar off his/her admission that day.
Limit one discount per child per visit and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount.
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| Color Curious George in the Yellow Hat | Color Curious George and his balloons |
Ingles Advantage Card Promotion:
Families will receive 10% off their purchases at The Explore Store and 10% off the price of a family membership when they show their Advantage card, October 11, 2009 – January 10, 2009. Cannot be used with any other offer or discount.
Curious George: Let's Get Curious! sponsored by Minnesota Children's Museum & 3M and sponsored locally by Mission Hospital Systems, Star 104.3 FM, Ingles Markets, PGAV Destination Consulting, Asheville Regional Airport, and Asheville Cardiology Associates. The Color Curious George contest is sponsored by Star 104.3 FM and Ingles Markets.
The Health Adventure ~ Touch High Tech
High Touch High Tech
When Tue, Nov 25, 3:30p – 4:30pm
Where The Health Adventure
Description Come be a part of High Touch High Tech's totally hands-on totally participatory science and nature after school enrichment's. Each week, students will discover a different science topic through fun and safe experiments. These enrichment's are designed to stimulate the imagination and curiosity of children. For more information, call High Touch High Tech at 828-684-3192!
The Hop, Coffee Break with Asheville Mommies
~Coffee Break with Asheville Mommies
At The Hop on Merrimon Avenue 11am-noon.
Go enjoy a 1/2 off cup of coffee.
Monday, November 24, 2008
My Mom's Having a Baby!
My Mom's Having a Baby!
Sibling Class & Tour
A special program to help older children understand, accept, and anticipate the changes that will happen as the family prepares for the birth of the new baby. Each child will:
* See and hold life-like models that show how a baby grows and develops
* Make a kite mobile for the new baby's room
* Receive an activity/coloring book that encourages the older child to explore and express feelings about the new baby
* Tour the Mother/Baby Unit at Mission Hospital to see where mom and baby will stay
Children should be accompanied by an adult.
WHEN: Mondays from 4 to 5 PM
WHERE: Mission Hospital (Program meets at Mission Information Desk)
WHO: Children ages 3 to 8 years old (children over the age of 8 may attend the adult tour with their parent/s)
COST: Free
TO REGISTER: Call (828) 254-6373, Ext. 329
The My Mom is Having a Baby! program is presented by The Health Adventure and The Helen Power's Women's Health Center of Mission Hospital.
Growing Young Cafe, Asheville NC
This week at Growing Young Cafe.
24
(free)
Fall Crafts/ Storytime 11&4
25
Fingerpainting
26
Fall/Crafts
Storytime
11 & 4
Closed until
Dec. 1st.
Childcare available for ALL AGES from 10-12 Monday through Wednesday for $5/hour.
Other child care times available by appointment by calling 299-4420.
Mondays: *Yoga for 2’s and 3’s at 9:00 a.m., for 4’s and 5’s at 9:30 a.m.
*Gymnastics for 2’s and 3’s at 3:00 p.m., for 5-10 yrs at 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $8/class. Sign up through Risingsprouts.com
*Spanish Playgroup: for 3-6 year olds, 1:30-2:45
Cost: $15/class, $10 for siblings. Sign up at café or drop-in.
Tuesdays: *Fingerpainting for 1-5 years at 10:30 a.m.
Cost: $5 (includes use of play space) Sign up at café or drop-in.
611 Tunnel Rd
Asheville, NC 28805
ph: 828-299-4420
The North Carolina Arboretum ~ November Fun
The North Carolina Arboretum
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday
Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Nature Activities for Kids. Families can stop by the Baker Exhibit Center and check out a Discovery Day Pack. Packs include binoculars, magnifying glasses and other items children can use to explore the Arboretum's trails and gardens.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
An Asheville Art Museum Student Art Camper
From our mailbox passed onto you!!!!
An Asheville Art Museum Student Art Camper
Registration Now Open for Holiday Arts Extravaganza
Sign your art enthusiasts in grades 1 - 4 up for this exciting camp
December 29, 30 and 31 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. each day
ASHEVILLE, NC — The Asheville Art Museum, celebrating its 60th anniversary, invites you to take a break over the holidays and sign your art enthusiasts in grades 1 – 4 up for one or all three days of fun during the Holiday Arts Extravaganza Camp on December 29, 30 and 31, 2008 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. each day.
Students will spend their afternoons exploring and creating art of all kinds. Admission to the Museum and all supplies are included with cost.
Cost per day is $15 for Members and $18 for non-Members. Join the Museum today and receive 10% off a family Membership. Just add $64 to your Holiday Arts Extravaganza registration and receive the Members’ discount for this and all other Museum programs for a year!
Need a fun and artistic activity for your child over the holidays? Give yourself a break and let art turn your child’s holiday into an adventure to remember!
Pre-registration is required and financial aid is available. Call 828.253.3227, ext. 122 or visit www.ashevilleart.org for more information and to register now.
The Asheville Art Museum is the only nonprofit visual arts museum serving the 24 counties of Western North Carolina. Incorporated by artists in 1948, the Museum collects, preserves and interprets American art of the 20th and 21st centuries with a focus on work of significance to the Southeast.
Centrally located in downtown Asheville on Pack Square, the Museum is open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. The Museum is open every Friday until 8:00 p.m. Special docent-guided tour packages are available for groups and students.
Admission to the Museum is $6.00 for adults and $5.00 for seniors, students with ID and for children 4-15 (children age three and younger are admitted free). Members are admitted free to the Museum.
The Asheville Art Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums and receives general operating support from businesses, foundations and individuals, as well as from the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency funded by the State of North Carolina, and the National Endowment for the Arts, which believes that a great nation deserves great art. Additional support is provided by the City ofAsheville and Buncombe County.
The Asheville Art Museum asks when reprinting images, please keep all artwork at their original proportions; please do not crop them or alter them disproportionately. Provided image credit information is mandatory and images are not for resale.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Asheville's Christmas Parade
TODAY!!!!!!!
Asheville Holiday Parade
November 22, 2008.
Begins at 11 am.
For more information go to www.ashevilleparade.org
Friday, November 21, 2008
Free Movie at Asheville Pizza Company on Merrimon
FREE MOVIE!!
Novemeber 26th @ 7pm only
Just bring in 2 can food items to be donated to
MANNA Food Bank and receive 1 free ticket to The Dark Knight!
Limit 1 ticket per person. Valid ONLY for the 7pm movie November 26th. Not Valid for sold out shows.
Weekend Fun in Asheville, North Carolina
We wanted to mention a couple of things for you .
*The Gingerbread Houses are at the Grove Park Inn FREE!!!!
*Fun Depot
*Chuck E Cheese Coupons
*Great Smokey Mountains Railroad has POLAR EXPRESS!!! I have heard great things about this event!!! If you are able to enjoy this I would love to hear all about it!
(Click on picture to see bigger)
*Don't forget the Asheville Parade is tomorrow! DRESS WARMLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I wanted to add another one!!! Fired Up! Would make awesome Christmas presents!
Barnes & Noble Storytime (Tunnel Road)
November 21, 2008 | | Storytime Children's Storytime Pre-school (ages 3-6) |
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Family Dance Party
Family Dance Party
Swannanoa Valley Montessori School presents "Dance, Baby, Dance," a dance party geared toward young children and their families. Let your little ones dance to the music of your youth!
Sunday, January 11, 2009, 2-4:30 pm at The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave, Asheville.
Tickets are $5/person or $6/person at the door. Infants and crawling babies are free.
Tickets on sale online at www.TheOrangePeel.net or call SVMS at 669-8571 or visit the website www.swanmont.org for more information.
Breakfast with Curious George at The Health Adventure
Go Bananas for Breakfast!
Breakfast with Curious George
Saturday, December 6
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
$10 per child
Saturday, December 6
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
$10 per child
Members receive 1/2 off
Adults and children under 2 are free
You and your family can enjoy a healthy, tasty start to your day with a very special friend! Meet Curious George while you satisfy your appetite with breakfast provided by Tomato Jam Café.
Space is limited for this event, and prepaid reservations are required. To RSVP, please call (828) 254-6373, Ext. 324, or e-mail bethanys@thehealthadventure.org.
You and your family can enjoy a healthy, tasty start to your day with a very special friend! Meet Curious George while you satisfy your appetite with breakfast provided by Tomato Jam Café.
Space is limited for this event, and prepaid reservations are required. To RSVP, please call (828) 254-6373, Ext. 324, or e-mail bethanys@thehealthadventure.org.
The Childrenʼs Health & Harmony Expo
From our mailbox passed onto you!
The Childrenʼs Health & Harmony Expo will take place at the downtown Asheville Renaissance Hotel Sunday December 7th from 10am-6pm in the ballroom.
This first annual children expo celebrates everything good for children and takes a holistic approach through education, entertainment, empowerment and enlightenment. The mission of the expo is bringing peace to earth one family at a time as the children are our future leaders.
The Asheville Arts Center is sponsoring the performance stage which will feature children performing Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory, and dance and singing performances. In addition, 23 Skidoo, Ashevilleʼs famous kidsʼ hip-hop star will be having everyone dancing and listening to uplifting rhymes and
beats.
Many other local and national companies will be present including Little Gym who is sponsoring an activity area which will include gymnastics and martial arts demonstrations. KidSenses will be bringing their traveling interactive blow up planetarium. BabiesRus is providing a quiet mothering area for those new moms to sit back on a rocking chair and explore their line of organic products. Kids can learn about everything organic at the Greenlife Farmers Market.
Come and explore 50+ booths which will range from Ashevilleʼs most beloved childrenʼs retail stores, holistic professionals, alternative schools, Ultimate Ice Cream and much more. This expo is also billed as one stop shop before the holidays with an emphasis on supporting local organic small businesses.
Throughout this fun filled day, leading holistic professionals will be offering health related workshops that will provide great insights and knowledge for the parents. Plan to stay the whole day as there will be delicious and nutritious organic bagged lunches for kids of all ages.
At the time of press there are still some booths available for services, products, and information for families in WNC.
For more information please contact Nicole Bookman at 828.252.8149 or namasteasheville.
Kids Searching Safely Online
Kids Searching Safely Online
I recently found out about a survey that Glubble and Highlights did on children surfing the web safely. You can read about it here.
~Someone at Glubble asked me to write something about Internet safety for their site. When this is posted on their site you know YOU will be the first to know.~
I put some thought into this topic and wanted to share with you what I came up with.
Keeping Our Children Safe While On The World Wide Web
There are one or two computers in most homes these days. And most children want their own laptop and cell phone. With so much adult content available on the World Wide Web it is our duty as responsible parents to know what web sites our kids are visiting and who they are talking to. I want to protect my children from uncontrolled exposure to grown up topics like sex and drugs. These are subjects that should be learned about in the proper environment when the time is right, not from a Google search.
While planning a family vacation not long ago we did a simple search for “Disney”. A word associated with family fun brought up a naked woman with Mickey Mouse painted on her body. Guess what body parts were his ears. This shows how fast things can get x-rated.
Here are some practical tips we use in our home.
* Have your computer in a common area. Ours is in the office which is viewable by everyone in the living room. In my opinion, a bedroom is no place for a computer that has internet access. I feel the same way about TV’s too but that is a different topic altogether.
* Set a time limit for computer usage and STICK TO IT! Don’t let the whining wear you down. You are the parent and ruler of all! On school nights each child has 30 minutes of fun free time on the internet. On weekends they are allowed more time. This limit doesn’t include time spent on the computer for homework or school projects.
* Learn how to limit and/or block access on your computers. (How you do this depends on what operating system or browser you use.) Our children have to ask permission to gain access to new sites by sending me an email. I can check out the site they want to visit then unlock access to it or block.
Even sites like “YouTube” and “Google” are blocked. Remember my Disney fiasco using Google?
* Keep track of passwords. If my children want to join something, like the popular social networking site MySpace, I must know their password. Because they know I can pop over anytime to review their online activity they make more responsible decisions.
* Manage these social groups carefully. My children aren’t allowed to talk to anyone unless they know them in person. Their profile must be kept private, only for family and friends (that I approve of) to view. And no posting photos until they are approved by us. I really don’t care how good you think you look flashing that silly gang sign. It’s not going to be your profile picture.
All of the suggestions above work really well for our family. With everything now available at our children’s fingertips it is our responsibility to keep them safe.
Does this make me an unreasonable parent? No, it makes me a responsible parent.
Are my children missing out? No, they are given a safe environment to learn and grow.
If you have internet safety suggestions please email me at Iheartsupermom@aol.com and I’d love to share it with my blog readers.
Written by: Michelle Lee www.theadventuresofsupermom.com
Michelle has four children and is a self proclaimed Supermom.
Founder of www.kidfriendlyasheville.com
Volunteer~Pack and Sort at MANNA
~Pack and Sort at MANNA
Thursday, November 20, 2008
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Project Coordinator(s): Anne Lanzi (send email)
Size Limit: 20
Volunteers Signed Up: 3
Location: Asheville, NC 28805 (Asheville)
The full project address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up.
Accommodations for volunteers with disabilities: You will have the opportunity to request accommodations after you sign up for this project.
Agency: MANNA FoodBank
Description: Help sort food at MANNA Food Bank to be given to 360 agencies serving hungry people in Western North Carolina. Volunteers will assist with sorting and preparing donations or helping with monthly mailings. Volunteers may also assist by packing food into backpacks for children who are dependent on free or reduced cost lunch and might otherwise go hungry over the weekend.
Volunteers are welcome to bring nonperishable food items to donate to MANNA to help them feed the hungry of WNC.
Youth ages 5-15 are welcome to volunteer with adult supervision (infants in backpack/carrier welcome to accompany parent). Youth ages 16+ welcome.
If you represent a group of youth (under age 18) who wishes to participate in this project, please email Hands On so we can help coordinate your participation: info@handsonasheville.org
Impact Areas: Homelessness/Hunger, Homelessness/Hunger
Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
Family Friendly: 12+, Family Friendly: 16+, Family Friendly: 5+, Short-Term/One Day Project, Weekend Project, Evening Project
Skills: The skills helpful for participation in this project are:
Sorting/ Organizing
Volunteer~Meals for Hope
~Meals for Hope
Thursday, November 20, 2008
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Project Coordinator(s): Jason Ingle (send email)
Size Limit: 4
Volunteers Signed Up: 5
Location: Asheville, NC 28801 (Asheville)
The full project address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up.
Accommodations for volunteers with disabilities: You will have the opportunity to request accommodations after you sign up for this project.
Agency: YWCA of Asheville
Description: New Choices is an empowerment program for displaced homemakers in need of counseling and assistance in order to achieve economic self-sufficiency. Volunteers assist in cooking a meal for 15-25 women and children attending bi-weekly "Circles of Hope" meetings. Project tasks also include serving the meal and cleaning up the kitchen. Volunteers should dress for kitchen work with closed toe shoes and long hair pulled back. YWCA provides all supplies. Volunteers are welcome to share the meal that they help cook.
Youth 13-15 welcome with adult supervision. Youth 16+ welcome.
Impact Areas: Health & Wellness: Women's Services, Adult Education and Literacy, Employment/Career Assistance, Health & Wellness
Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
Family Friendly: 12+, Family Friendly: 16+, Short-Term/One Day Project, Evening Project
Skills: The skills helpful for participation in this project are:
Meal Service
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Spellbound Children's Bookshop
Spellbound Children's Bookshop
Saturday November 29th
2:00-4:00pm
A Visit with Santa
One of our most popular annual events, this is a chance to let your little ones meet Santa in a quiet, cozy atmosphere. As always, parents are welcome to bring cameras from home and snap photos, though please remember that Santa can only be here for two hours (it's his busy season, after all) and we want this to be a relaxed, fun experience for all the kids.
Alisha Silver will be on hand to take photos of the event, both group shots and (as time allows) individual ones. If you like, you can order photos in almost any format, including custom holiday cards.
YWCA to Offer Holiday Camp
(Asheville, NC) — The YWCA School-Age Holiday Camp will be open from 7:30 am until 6:00 pm on December 22, 23, 29, 30, and 31. The cost is $150 for the week. Breakfast and snacks will be provided. The YWCA School-Age Program emphasizes respect for diversity, community involvement, and academics. This 5-Star licensed program is open to children in grades K-6 and offers homework help, tutoring, swimming lessons, gardening, arts & crafts, field trips and nutritious snacks. YWCA Holiday Camp is held in the YWCA Youth Wing which has five classrooms dedicated to science, technology, arts, diversity and tutoring. For more information call 254-7206 x 111 or visit the YWCA website, www.ywcaofasheville.org. The mission of the YWCA is eliminating racism and empowering women.
The YWCA of Asheville is a United Way Agency.
THE LEGEND of LA BEFANA, Puppetry for the Holiday Season
(From our mailbox!!! Be sure to mark this on your calendar!!!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Winnie Barrett
Cell: 828-274-7154
CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS with THE LEGEND of LA BEFANA, Puppetry for the Holiday Season
The Asheville Puppetry Alliance presents its holiday show, “La Befana” on Friday, November 28th at Diana Wortham Theater in downtown Asheville. The
Legend of La Befana (the female Italian Santa Claus), embodies the Holiday
spirit of giving, goodness and hope. Nothing could be more apropos for opening
the holiday season here in Western North Carolina this
year.
Red Herring Puppets have created an original version of the popular Italian legend with over fifty
puppets mixing hand, rod, shadow, and black-light figures. The story is set in a Byzantine
style and features a procession of animals, a glowing sequence of magical
stars, and an animated journey through the world in the Year One.
Following a visit from the Magi, La Befana puts down her broom in search of a magical star
which should lead her to a miraculous child. She never catches up with the star; but
finds inspiration in the realization that all children personify the spirit of
love and hope. She spends the rest of her life offering gifts children
everywhere.
Red Herring Puppets, founded in 1988 is based in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western
North Carolina. They delight young audiences with their lively and
informative "edu-tainment." They have been featured at many Puppetry
Festivals and at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta.
Lisa Sturz, Artistic Director and puppeteer, is a nationally recognized
puppeteer whose credits include Jim Henson Productions, Lucasfilm, Walt Disney
Imagineering, NBC, PBS, the Ice Capades and the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
Lisa’s giant puppets have been featured at such places as the Field
Museum, the Shedd Aquarium, and The Biltmore Estate and with the Asheville
Symphony Orchestra. Her film and television credits include Murphy Brown,
Puzzle Place, Elmo in Grouchland, Muppets in Space, the Flintstones, Howard
the Duck and Ninja Turtles III. She has earned a California Emmy.
Sturz holds an MFA in puppetry from UCLA. Her work has been supported by the
National Endowment for the Arts, the Jim Henson Foundation, the Puppeteers
of America and many State and local arts agencies. Lisa is also a teaching
artist who has led hands-on residencies in the schools for students and
teachers. She works with curriculum standards to integrate arts in
the classroom.
Catherine Haas Riley, composer, grew up in a creative family. Her piano teacher
mother married a Viennese artist with a passion for music. Cathy majored in art
at Brandeis University and then did her post -graduate studies in music.
She became certified in Orff-schulwerk music in 1983 and
presently teaches piano, guitar and voice in the Asheville area. She has
recorded several compact discs of her own music.
Marston Blow, puppeteer, has been performing with Red Herring Puppets for ten years.
She has years of experience as a technician in theatre and circus and
is a professional potter.
Asheville Puppetry Alliance is a non-profit arts organization sharing the ancient art of
puppetry with Western North Carolina.
Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children and seniors, available online and in person at the Diana Wortham Theater.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
WNC Nature Center ~ Wolf Howl
Wolf Howl
An evening of wolf ecology, biology, and we even teach you how to howl like a pack member. Be prepared to be both in and outdoors. Lecture and outside experience along with snacks. Advance tickets required: $5.00 per person.
Date: November 18, 2008
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Contact Name Keith Mastin
Contact Email kmastin@ashevillenc.gov
Contact Phone 828-298-5600, ext 305
Asheville Pizza Company Tuesday Night Fun
Asheville Pizza Company on Merrimon Ave.
Tuesday nights are always Family Night
Come see us Tuesday for dinner & board games, see The Balloon Guy in action! Family dinner specials as well as free sundaes for the kiddies EVERY Tuesday from 5:00p-8:00p
Curious George Coloring Contest!!!!
Curious George Coloring Contest
Rules and Regulations
Contest Sponsored by: Ingle’s Markets, Star 104.3 and The Health Adventure
PRIZES
Ten Family Passes good for admission for four to The Health Adventure on Saturday, January 10th, 2009 at 10 AM for a party with Curious George. Each child in attendance will receive a free picture with Curious George. The Family Passes will allow the winning families to explore The Health Adventure for the remainder of the day. Winners will be drawn on Monday, January 5th, 2009. One winner per household.In the case of inclement weather, the party with Curious George will be post-poned until Saturday, January 17th, 2009.
HOW TO WIN
Download a coloring sheet (below) and color Curious George. Bring or mail your completed Curious George to The Health Adventure with the child’s name and contact information.
When a child brings a completed Curious George coloring sheet to The Health Adventure he/she will receive one dollar off his/her admission that day.
Limit one discount per child per visit and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount.
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| Color Curious George in the Yellow Hat | Color Curious George and his balloons |
Ingles Advantage Card Promotion:
Families will receive 10% off their purchases at The Explore Store and 10% off the price of a family membership when they show their Advantage card, October 11, 2009 – January 10, 2009. Cannot be used with any other offer or discount.
Curious George: Let's Get Curious! sponsored by Minnesota Children's Museum & 3M and sponsored locally by Mission Hospital Systems, Star 104.3 FM, Ingles Markets, PGAV Destination Consulting, Asheville Regional Airport, and Asheville Cardiology Associates. The Color Curious George contest is sponsored by Star 104.3 FM and Ingles Markets.
The Health Adventure ~ Touch High Tech
High Touch High Tech
When Tue, Nov 18, 3:30p – 4:30pm
Where The Health Adventure
Description Come be a part of High Touch High Tech's totally hands-on totally participatory science and nature after school enrichment's. Each week, students will discover a different science topic through fun and safe experiments. These enrichment's are designed to stimulate the imagination and curiosity of children. For more information, call High Touch High Tech at 828-684-3192!
The Hop, Coffee Break with Asheville Mommies
~Coffee Break with Asheville Mommies
At The Hop on Merrimon Avenue 11am-noon.
Go enjoy a 1/2 off cup of coffee.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Kid Friendly Asheville wants YOU!
Kid Friendly Asheville would LOVE you to send FAMILY FUN PICTURES to post on our website! We will add them to our Flickr account and they will rotate on the very top of the page!
Just email them to
AshevilleKids(at)aol(dot)com
Do you want to share something KID FRIENDLY with everyone? Email us the details, a website if applicable and a phone number just in case there are question and we will post them on KFA.
AshevilleKids(at)aol(dot)com
Kid Friendly Asheville is all about sharing KID FRIENDLY FAMILY FUN with YOU!
Growing Young Cafe, Asheville NC
This week at Growing Young Cafe:
| Yoga/Gymnastics | 18 Fingerpainting | 19 Movement and Music Gingerbread Making | 20 Hip-hop (free) | 21 Chair Massage MNO | 22 open 10-1 Infant Massage Hypnobirthing KIDS YOGA WORKSHOP 2-4 |
Childcare available for ALL AGES from 10-12 Monday through Saturday for $5/hour.
Other child care times available by appointment by calling 299-4420.
*Yoga for 2’s and 3’s at
A free weekly event for all ages.
Tuesdays:
*Fingerpainting for 1-5 years at
*Movement and Music for 2’s and 3’s (open to all ages)
*Hip-hop. Learn basic steps and have fun improvising. (2-4 years)
* $1/minute Chair Massage. (10-12) Relax with aromatherapy (child care
Sign up in advance at café or drop-in.
From 6-9:30, on the first and third Friday of every month, you can enjoy an evening out
knowing your child is also having fun with imaginative play,art activities, and games.
Cost is $20/child ($15 for second child). Sign up and pay by preceding
Wednesday to reserve your spot.
The North Carolina Arboretum ~ November Fun
The North Carolina Arboretum
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday
Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
Nature Activities for Kids. Families can stop by the Baker Exhibit Center and check out a Discovery Day Pack. Packs include binoculars, magnifying glasses and other items children can use to explore the Arboretum's trails and gardens.
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Growing Young Cafe, Asheville NC
Gingerbread House Making:
Wednesday, November 19th from 3:30-4:30
All materials will be provided, and friendly staff will help you and your child make a yummy house you can take home or give as a gift!
Sign up by emailing admin@sweetjulias.com by Monday, November 17th to reserve your spot! Cost is $20 for ages 5 and up and $15 for 4 and under (childcare available for non-participating siblings or they can watch for free!)
An Asheville Art Museum Student Art Camper
From our mailbox passed onto you!!!!
An Asheville Art Museum Student Art Camper
Registration Now Open for Holiday Arts Extravaganza
Sign your art enthusiasts in grades 1 - 4 up for this exciting camp
December 29, 30 and 31 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. each day
ASHEVILLE, NC — The Asheville Art Museum, celebrating its 60th anniversary, invites you to take a break over the holidays and sign your art enthusiasts in grades 1 – 4 up for one or all three days of fun during the Holiday Arts Extravaganza Camp on December 29, 30 and 31, 2008 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. each day.
Students will spend their afternoons exploring and creating art of all kinds. Admission to the Museum and all supplies are included with cost.
Cost per day is $15 for Members and $18 for non-Members. Join the Museum today and receive 10% off a family Membership. Just add $64 to your Holiday Arts Extravaganza registration and receive the Members’ discount for this and all other Museum programs for a year!
Need a fun and artistic activity for your child over the holidays? Give yourself a break and let art turn your child’s holiday into an adventure to remember!
Pre-registration is required and financial aid is available. Call 828.253.3227, ext. 122 or visit www.ashevilleart.org for more information and to register now.
The Asheville Art Museum is the only nonprofit visual arts museum serving the 24 counties of Western North Carolina. Incorporated by artists in 1948, the Museum collects, preserves and interprets American art of the 20th and 21st centuries with a focus on work of significance to the Southeast.
Centrally located in downtown Asheville on Pack Square, the Museum is open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. The Museum is open every Friday until 8:00 p.m. Special docent-guided tour packages are available for groups and students.
Admission to the Museum is $6.00 for adults and $5.00 for seniors, students with ID and for children 4-15 (children age three and younger are admitted free). Members are admitted free to the Museum.
The Asheville Art Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums and receives general operating support from businesses, foundations and individuals, as well as from the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency funded by the State of North Carolina, and the National Endowment for the Arts, which believes that a great nation deserves great art. Additional support is provided by the City ofAsheville and Buncombe County.
The Asheville Art Museum asks when reprinting images, please keep all artwork at their original proportions; please do not crop them or alter them disproportionately. Provided image credit information is mandatory and images are not for resale.
Kim Zdanowicz
Communications Manager
Asheville Art Museum
P.O. Box 1717
Asheville, NC 28802
828.253.3227, ext. 116
828.257.4503 (fax)
www.ashevilleart.org
Letters From Santa
RETURN BY NOVEMBER 24, 2008
Buncombe County Parks, Greenways and Recreation is offering FREE, PERSONALIZED letters to children from Santa. To have your child receive a letter, visit buncombecounty.org/parks and look for the penguin link. Print out and complete the form and mail to
BCPGR, Santa Letters
59 Woodfin Place
Asheville, NC 28801
or fax to 250-6259.
To ensure delivery. forms must be recieved by November 24.
For information, please call 250-4260.
Volunteer~MANNA Foodbank Giving Tree
~MANNA Foodbank Giving Tree
Agency: MANNA FoodBank
Description: MANNA Foodbank seeks volunteers to help support the Ingles Giving Tree during their holiday fundraiser. Volunteers will man the donation table at select Ingles markets for food and fund donations. Two hour shifts available during store business hours 11/16/08-11/29/08. Contact MANNA for shift availability. Youth ages 15-17 accepted with adult supervision. Ages 18+ welcome.
This project is approved for volunteers with the following restrictions: Court-Ordered
Impact Areas: Homelessness/Hunger, Homelessness/Hunger
Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
Family Friendly: 12+, Family Friendly: 16+
Skills: The skills helpful for participation in this project are:
Special Events, Holiday Volunteering/Donations
Location: Asheville, NC 28801 (Asheville)
Accommodations for volunteers with disabilities: You will have the opportunity to request accommodations after you sign up for this project.
Volunteer~Holiday Market Volunteers
~Holiday Market Volunteers
Sunday, November 16, 2008
1:00PM - 5:00PM
Location: Asheville, NC 28801 (Asheville)
The full project address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up.
Agency: Asheville Art Museum
Description: The Asheville Art Museum needs volunteers to greet guests and assist with purchases at its annual Holiday Market to benefit the museum and its programs. Attire is business casual. Volunteer shifts are 4 hours in length (10:00am-1:00pm, or 1:00-5:00pm). Ages 18+ welcome.
Impact Areas: Arts and Culture, Arts and Culture
Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
Weekend Project
Skills: The skills helpful for participation in this project are:
Holiday Volunteering/Donations
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Barnes & Noble Book Group (Tunnel Road)
| Nov 15, 2008 4:00 PM | | Book Group American Girl Young Readers (ages 8-12) |
The Health Adventure ~ FAMILY DAY
Family Day
When Sat, Nov 15, 12p – 2pm
Where The Health Adventure
Description Bring the family into The Health Adventure for an afternoon of exploration! This week, join an educator for a Science Surprise!
For more information, contact Jen Stump at The Health Adventure at 828-254-6373 ext. 327!
For more information, contact Jen Stump at The Health Adventure at 828-254-6373 ext. 327!
Volunteer~Holiday Market Volunteers
~Holiday Market Volunteers
Saturday, November 15, 2008
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Location: Asheville, NC 28801 (Asheville)
The full project address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up.
Agency: Asheville Art Museum
Description: The Asheville Art Museum needs volunteers to greet guests and assist with purchases at its annual Holiday Market to benefit the museum and its programs. Attire is business casual. Volunteer shifts are 4 hours in length (10:00am-1:00pm, or 1:00-5:00pm). Ages 18+ welcome.
Impact Areas: Arts and Culture, Arts and Culture
Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
Weekend Project
Skills: The skills helpful for participation in this project are:
Holiday Volunteering/Donations
Volunteer~Take Out the Papers and the Trash
~Take Out the Papers and the Trash
Saturday, November 15, 2008
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Project Coordinator(s): Ron Katz (send email)
Size Limit: 30
Volunteers Signed Up: 5
Location: Asheville, NC 28801 (Asheville)
The full project address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up.
Agency: United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
Description: Put on those work gloves and see the difference you can make right here in our beautiful mountain community by cleaning up local streets and parks. Youth under the age of 16 welcome with adult supervision. Youth 16+ welcome.
If you represent a group of youth (under age 18) or a group larger than 30 people, please email Hands On so we can help coordinate your participation in this project: info@handsonasheville.org
Impact Areas: Environment: Cleanups, Environment: Conservation, Community Enrichment
Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
Family Friendly: 12+, Family Friendly: 16+, Family Friendly: 5+, Short-Term/One Day Project, Weekend Project
Skills: The skills helpful for participation in this project are:
Environment/ Planting/ Cleanup
Volunteer~Cooking for Comfort
~Cooking for Comfort
Saturday, November 15, 200811:00AM - 1:30PM
Project Coordinator(s): Latrella McElrath (send email)
Size Limit: 7
Volunteers Signed Up: 3
Location: Asheville, NC 28803 (Asheville)
The full project address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up.
Accommodations for volunteers with disabilities: You will have the opportunity to request accommodations after you sign up for this project.
Agency: CarePartners Hospice and Palliative Care
Description: Show support to hospice patients and their families by cooking and serving a meal at the John Keever Solace Center. This is a wonderful way to nurture these families and give them an opportunity to support one another while dining on a home-cooked meal.
Volunteers will prepare a side dish or dessert at home and help serve it at the Solace Center.
Volunteers ages 14-17 are welcome if accompanied by a parent or guardian. Ages 18+ welcome.
Impact Areas: Hospital and Hospice Support, Health & Wellness: Family Services, Hospital and Hospice Support
Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
Family Friendly: 12+, Family Friendly: 16+, Short-Term/One Day Project, Weekend Project
Skills: The skills helpful for participation in this project are:
Meal Service, Companionship/Visitation, Senior Services
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