Saturday, June 6, 2009 at The Hop!!!!
Keowee Chamber Music celebrates its 9th annual festival this June and offers the community chamber music for children.
Join flutist Kate Steinbeck, guitarist Amy Brucksch and cellist Philip von Maltzahn as they play music from around the world on Saturday, June 6 at The Hop Ice Cream Parlor, 507 Merrimon Avenue, North Asheville.
Two shows! Noon and 2 PM. Free Admission.
Thanks to Dr. Dennis Campbell, Pediatric Dentist, for his generous support of this event.
www.keoweechambermusic.org
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Spellbound Children's Bookshop ~ Story Time
Spellbound Children's Bookshop
Sunday, May 31 at 1:00pm
Story Time for Ages 3 to 6
No registration required. Free. Ages 3 to 6 years ONLY, please!
Sunday, May 31 at 1:00pm
Story Time for Ages 3 to 6
No registration required. Free. Ages 3 to 6 years ONLY, please!
Friday, May 29, 2009
Chick-fil-A Free 4 piece Kids Meal
I found this advertisement in the April WNC Parent.
FREE 4 piece Kids Meal*
Every Tuesday in May 4-8 pm.
*for ages 12 and under, 1 per child, child must be present.
FREE 4 piece Kids Meal*
Every Tuesday in May 4-8 pm.
*for ages 12 and under, 1 per child, child must be present.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Earth Fare West Asheville ~ Pasta Night for Everyone!
Pasta Night for Everyone!
05/28/09
5:30-8:00 PM
Join Us By The Café Every Thursday Night From 5:30-8 PM for our weekly pasta night.
Cooked to Order for just $7.99! Kids bowl, $3.99.
Choose your favorite ingredients, pasta and sauce to created by Chef Greivin make your very own masterpiece! Each week the menu will change so come out and taste the many delicious pasta dishes we have to offer. See you there!
05/28/09
5:30-8:00 PM
Join Us By The Café Every Thursday Night From 5:30-8 PM for our weekly pasta night.
Cooked to Order for just $7.99! Kids bowl, $3.99.
Choose your favorite ingredients, pasta and sauce to created by Chef Greivin make your very own masterpiece! Each week the menu will change so come out and taste the many delicious pasta dishes we have to offer. See you there!
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Asheville Pizza Company on Merrimon.
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.
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.
The Hop, Coffee Break with Asheville Mommies
Tuesday at The Hop on Merrimon Avenue 11am-noon.
Go enjoy a 1/2 off cup of coffee.
Go enjoy a 1/2 off cup of coffee.
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Saturday, May 23, 2009
The WNC Nature Center
Wednesday, May 27th, 11 a.m.- Noon -- NATURE TALES STORYTIME
Gather the kids for a fun story and a chance to meet an animal from the book!
Call 298-5600 to make your reservation.
Programs by reservation only.
Gather the kids for a fun story and a chance to meet an animal from the book!
Call 298-5600 to make your reservation.
Programs by reservation only.
Hands on Asheville-Buncombe, a United Way Program, offers many things for May.
Hands On Asheville-Buncombe
Hands On Asheville-Buncombe, a program of United Way, makes it easy to lend a hand and help others in our community by volunteering with local nonprofits. Visit www.handsonasheville.org and choose the volunteer opportunity that works for you: your passions, your skills, your schedule. Volunteer on your own or with your family, business, or faith community. The following Hands On Managed Projects are led by a trained volunteer Project Coordinator in connection with Hands On and a Partner Agency. Most of these projects last 2-4 hours are generally held on evenings and weekends and do not require a long-term commitment. For more information, and to sign-up, simply click on the project name below.
Pack & Sort at MANNA
Help sort and pack food at MANNA Food Bank to be given to agencies serving hungry people in 17 Western North Carolina counties.
5/26 (Tuesday); 6:00-8:00pm
Requirements: 5-20 needed; ages 16+ welcome (5-15 with adult supervision)
Visit www.handsonasheville.org to sign up.
Kids Care: 4-6 year olds
Young children have a natural desire to give to others. This project for 4-6 year olds includes an age-appropriate learning component and a hands-on activity to foster a giving spirit. This project is geared towards 4-6 year olds. ***Adult volunteers not needed unless bringing youth participants.***
Project Date & Time: 5/30 (Saturday); 10:00-11:30am
Requirements: 5-20 needed; This project is geared towards 4-6 year olds
Visit www.handsonasheville.org to sign up.
In the Garden
Volunteers will be preparing the Emma Community Garden for fertilization, planting, and harvest! Volunteers should wear seasonal work clothes and sturdy shoes. Please bring enthusiasm, sunscreen, and a water bottle.
Project Date & Time: 5/23 (Saturday); 10:00am 1:00pm
Requirements: 5-15 needed; ages 16+ welcome (12-15 with adult supervision)
Visit www.handsonasheville.org to sign up.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Chick-fil-A Free 4 piece Kids Meal
I found this advertisement in the April WNC Parent.
FREE 4 piece Kids Meal*
Every Tuesday in May 4-8 pm.
*for ages 12 and under, 1 per child, child must be present.
FREE 4 piece Kids Meal*
Every Tuesday in May 4-8 pm.
*for ages 12 and under, 1 per child, child must be present.
My Mom's Having a Baby.
Mon, May 25, 4pm – 5pm
Mission Hospital
(enter the hospital at the visitor entrance off Biltmore Avenure. Take G elevators to the 4th floor)
Children ages 3 to 8 years old (children over the age of 8 may attend the adult tour with their parent/s)
TO REGISTER: Call (828) 254-6373, Ext. 316
Mission Hospital
(enter the hospital at the visitor entrance off Biltmore Avenure. Take G elevators to the 4th floor)
Children ages 3 to 8 years old (children over the age of 8 may attend the adult tour with their parent/s)
TO REGISTER: Call (828) 254-6373, Ext. 316
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Earth Fare West Asheville ~ Pasta Night for Everyone!
Pasta Night for Everyone!
05/21/09
5:30-8:00 PM
Join Us By The Café Every Thursday Night From 5:30-8 PM for our weekly pasta night.
Cooked to Order for just $7.99! Kids bowl, $3.99.
Choose your favorite ingredients, pasta and sauce to created by Chef Greivin make your very own masterpiece! Each week the menu will change so come out and taste the many delicious pasta dishes we have to offer. See you there!
05/21/09
5:30-8:00 PM
Join Us By The Café Every Thursday Night From 5:30-8 PM for our weekly pasta night.
Cooked to Order for just $7.99! Kids bowl, $3.99.
Choose your favorite ingredients, pasta and sauce to created by Chef Greivin make your very own masterpiece! Each week the menu will change so come out and taste the many delicious pasta dishes we have to offer. See you there!
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
A play date at Fun Depot.
Today, Wednesday May 20, 2009. KFA will be there at 11 to meet a friend.
Come play with us! It's always nice to meet other moms!
Come play with us! It's always nice to meet other moms!
Celebrating All Good Things for Our Children & Families
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
50 MLK Jr. Park Drive . Downtown Asheville
11am-7pm
$5 admission
Toddlers & Grandparents Free
Info Hotline 828.252.8149
Live Performances by
Billy Jonas &
Secret Agent 23 Skidoo
Come Celebrate Everything Good for our families. This Festival will highlight WNC's favorite children & family oriented businesses and services. With over 60 interactive booths you & your children will be educated, empowered and entertained!
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Asheville Pizza Company on Merrimon.
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.
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.
Plan a game night at your house.
Kid Friendly Asheville believes in quality family fun!
You don't always have to leave your house for Kid Friendly Family Fun.
How about starting a tradition with your children or grandchildren?? Plan a game night. Children as young as three even enjoy this family fun.
If you plan on inviting more family and friends to your family fun here are a few ideas to make your night a big success.
Set up a Kid Friendly table. At our house the Dora table works perfectly. Just the right size for small children to use for their games. Younger children can play Memory, Dominoes (with pictures), Sorry, Candyland and many more. They don't have to really follow the rules. Let them make the rules up themselves. Just let the younger kids enjoy the fun!
You can let the older kids play with the adults. They like being included in the grown up fun.
Adult (kid friendly) games to think about playing: Monopoly, Trivia Pursuit, Upwords, Scrabble, Dominoes, Clue, Scatagories, Cranium and many more. It's a good idea to pair a child with an adult and play in pairs. That way the child doesn't get overwhelmed and think they cannot play the game as good as the adults.
No matter the game, your family will enjoy it. Be prepared to laugh and make lots of great memories for your family and friends.
****If you have a family tradition to share with us just send us an email
AshevilleKids(at)aol(dot) com****
We'd love to hear about it and post it on KFA!
You don't always have to leave your house for Kid Friendly Family Fun.
How about starting a tradition with your children or grandchildren?? Plan a game night. Children as young as three even enjoy this family fun.
If you plan on inviting more family and friends to your family fun here are a few ideas to make your night a big success.
Set up a Kid Friendly table. At our house the Dora table works perfectly. Just the right size for small children to use for their games. Younger children can play Memory, Dominoes (with pictures), Sorry, Candyland and many more. They don't have to really follow the rules. Let them make the rules up themselves. Just let the younger kids enjoy the fun!
You can let the older kids play with the adults. They like being included in the grown up fun.
Adult (kid friendly) games to think about playing: Monopoly, Trivia Pursuit, Upwords, Scrabble, Dominoes, Clue, Scatagories, Cranium and many more. It's a good idea to pair a child with an adult and play in pairs. That way the child doesn't get overwhelmed and think they cannot play the game as good as the adults.
No matter the game, your family will enjoy it. Be prepared to laugh and make lots of great memories for your family and friends.
****If you have a family tradition to share with us just send us an email
AshevilleKids(at)aol(dot) com****
We'd love to hear about it and post it on KFA!
Summer Skateboard Camps at Food Lion Skatepark
Asheville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, in conjunction with Push Skate Shop, will offer Skateboard Camps this summer at the Food Lion SkatePark, for skaters of all skill levels, ages 6-15.
Week-long camp sessions are an opportunity for beginners to learn basic skills and for more advance skaters to sharpen their skills. Camp sessions meet daily at the park from 9am-12pm. Cost is $75 for each session. Register early – camps are limited to 15 boarders.
Camp Sessions:
June 15-19
June 22-26
June 29-July 3
July 13-17
July 20-24
July 27-31
To register for the camps, visit the Push Skate Shop at 25 Patton Ave. or call 828-225 -5509. For more information about the park, contact the Food Lion SkatePark at 225-7184, or visit www.foodlionskatepark.com.
Week-long camp sessions are an opportunity for beginners to learn basic skills and for more advance skaters to sharpen their skills. Camp sessions meet daily at the park from 9am-12pm. Cost is $75 for each session. Register early – camps are limited to 15 boarders.
Camp Sessions:
June 15-19
June 22-26
June 29-July 3
July 13-17
July 20-24
July 27-31
To register for the camps, visit the Push Skate Shop at 25 Patton Ave. or call 828-225 -5509. For more information about the park, contact the Food Lion SkatePark at 225-7184, or visit www.foodlionskatepark.com.
Kid Friendly Asheville, North Carolina
Kid Friendly Was published on a Kid Friendly Travel site!!!
You can click HERE to see the original article!!!!!!
You can click HERE to see the original article!!!!!!
SPACES ARE STILL AVAILABLE IN THE HEALTH ADVENTURE’S DISCOVER SCIENCE SUMMER CAMP
SPACES ARE STILL AVAILABLE IN THE HEALTH ADVENTURE’S
DISCOVER SCIENCE SUMMER CAMP
There’s still time to schedule fun, educational activities for your kids this summer. At The Health Adventure’s Discover Science Summer Camp, children don’t just learn about science, they experience it!
Camps with spaces still available include:
Young Adventurers Bubble and Fizz!
June 22-26, Rising 1st and 2nd graders
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$90 for members of The Health Adventure/$100 for non-members
Air bubbles, soap bubbles, bubbles galore. Make concoctions, shake stuff up, and send things flying. Investigate air pressure, experiment with carbon dioxide, and create some cool vibrations. This camp is a gas!
Surfin’ Safari
July 13-17 and July 20-24, Rising 3rd-6th graders
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. OR 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
$90 for members of The Health Adventure/$100 for non-members
Let’s make some waves! In fact, we’ll make an entire ocean ecosystem. Would you trade places with a pufferfish in the marine food chain? Where did the names “surgeonfish” or “deep sea anglerfish” come from? Discover why the oceans are so salty. Over 70% of the Earth’s surface is water – dive in! This camp will be deep.
Alien or Not?
July 13-17 and July 20-24, Rising 3rd-6th graders
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. OR 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
$90 for members of The Health Adventure/$100 for non-members
Just what is an alien anyway? A single-celled creature slowly envelops its prey as it digests it alive…is it an alien, or an amoeba? You decide! Battle the unseen living in your backyard, underneath your fingernails, and even in your nose. Join us as we use microscopes, methylene blue, mouthwash and more to uncover the mysteries of the unseen. Come decide for yourself: are there really aliens living among us?
Family Robotics Workshop
July 28th or 29th, Rising 4th graders – Adults
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$18 for members of The Health Adventure/$20 for non-members
In this one-day workshop, kids of all ages will be working together. Discover the exciting world of robotics as you work as a family team to build and operate a robot. Design, test, and redesign your robot to accomplish tasks and meet challenges. Make your robot carry objects, navigate obstacle courses, and maneuver up steep ramps. Build, play, and explore – families and robots together!
To register, or for more information, visit www.thehealthadventure.org or call (828) 254-6373, Ext. 316.
Keowee for Kids: Live Chamber Music at the Hop!
Saturday, June 6, 2009 at The Hop!!!!
Keowee Chamber Music celebrates its 9th annual festival this June and offers the community chamber music for children.
Join flutist Kate Steinbeck, guitarist Amy Brucksch and cellist Philip von Maltzahn as they play music from around the world on Saturday, June 6 at The Hop Ice Cream Parlor, 507 Merrimon Avenue, North Asheville.
Two shows! Noon and 2 PM. Free Admission.
Thanks to Dr. Dennis Campbell, Pediatric Dentist, for his generous support of this event.
www.keoweechambermusic.org
**Thanks for the email to tell us about this wonderful event!**
Keowee Chamber Music celebrates its 9th annual festival this June and offers the community chamber music for children.
Join flutist Kate Steinbeck, guitarist Amy Brucksch and cellist Philip von Maltzahn as they play music from around the world on Saturday, June 6 at The Hop Ice Cream Parlor, 507 Merrimon Avenue, North Asheville.
Two shows! Noon and 2 PM. Free Admission.
Thanks to Dr. Dennis Campbell, Pediatric Dentist, for his generous support of this event.
www.keoweechambermusic.org
**Thanks for the email to tell us about this wonderful event!**
Babies 'n' Beer on Tuesday
Thirsty Monk (downtown) Babies and Beer.
Tuesdays 4-7 pm
Parents can enjoy a pint - kids welcome, also encouraged to bring a toy if desired.
**Thanks for the email to tell me about this!**
Parents can enjoy a pint - kids welcome, also encouraged to bring a toy if desired.
**Thanks for the email to tell me about this!**
The Hop, Coffee Break with Asheville Mommies
Tuesday at The Hop on Merrimon Avenue 11am-noon.
Go enjoy a 1/2 off cup of coffee.
Go enjoy a 1/2 off cup of coffee.
Monday, May 18, 2009
The North Carolina Arboretum ~ Free May Activities
Exhibitions
Masters of the Night: The True Story of Bats dispels popular misconceptions about bats, describes their ecological importance and gives visitors an appreciation of the true wonders of the bat world. Special effects, multi-sensory interactive displays, and a Gothic castle present bats in mythic and real-life settings. Visitors will also be able to explore bat plants in the exhibit greenhouse and see a giant bat sculpture created by Welding Unlimited METAL CREATIONS.
Through May 10 Baker Exhibit Center
9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday-Saturday
Noon to 5:00 pm Sunday
BIRDS: The Science of Illustration. Art and science work together in H. Douglas Pratt’s and John C. Sill's artistic illustrations of birds. Pratt is an ornithologist, artist, and photographer as well as the Research Curator of Birds at the NC State Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh. Sill has worked as a freelance artist and illustrator since 1971 and has been exhibited in highly acclaimed shows and appeared in a number of books and magazines.
May 21 through November 1 Baker Exhibit Center
“Blooming Out Loud” is hosted by botanical artist Miriam Sagasti, a Peruvian-American. Sagasti works in three different styles, which she says, “reflect my varied interests and experiences.” Among Sagasti’s three styles are botanical paintings, inspired by her love of nature and gardening. With watercolors and color pencils, she strives to depict nature as it truly appears.
Through June 15 Education Center 2nd Floor Gallery
9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday-Saturday
Noon to 5:00 pm Sunday
Daily
Connections Gallery Shop
Baker Exhibit Center
11:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday-Saturday
Noon to 4:00 pm Sunday
Garden Trellis Shop
Education Center
Closed Mondays
11:00 am to 4:00 pm Tuesday-Saturday
Noon to 4:00 pm Sunday
Savory Thyme Café
Education Center
Closed Mondays
11:00 am to 3:00 pm Tuesday-Saturday
Noon to 3:00 pm Sunday
Tuesdays through Fridays
Guided Garden Tours. Join this informative, guided tour of the Arboretum’s garden exhibits featuring spring highlights.
10:30 am Baker Exhibit Center Lobby
Tuesdays and Saturdays
Forest Trails Walk. Guided tour on the Arboretum’s trails explores the natural environment. Topics can include plants, trees, flowers, birds, insects, and local history. Wear sturdy walking shoes, bring water, dress in layers and bring rain protection.
1:00 pm Baker Exhibit Center Lobby
Tuesdays and Saturdays
Bonsai Volunteers in the Garden. Volunteers stationed in the Bonsai Exhibition Garden will answer questions about both the collection and the garden. (Begins May 12)
10:00 am. to Noon Bonsai Exhibition Garden
Saturday and Sunday, May 30 & 31
Asheville Blue Ridge Rose Society Annual Rose Exhibit.
Many varieties of roses will be on display in the Education Center. Experts will provide programs and rose plants will be for sale.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Saturday Education Center
Noon to 5:00 pm. Sunday Education Center
Events and activities are free unless noted; usual parking fees apply. No parking fee on Tuesdays. For listings of our current educational program offerings and special events, please visit www.ncarboretum.org
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Local Libraries offer Free FUN!
You may also check out Storytimes and Toddler Times by going to our library locations page and searching by library branch.
School Age Story Times (for 5 to 7 Year Olds)
Wednesdays
Pack Memorial 10:00am (Sept. through May)
Thursdays
North Asheville 3:15pm
Story Times (for 3 to 5 year olds)
Tuesdays
Weaverville 11:00am (1st & 3rd Tuesdays)
Wednesdays
Black Mountain 10:30am
East Asheville 11:00am
Enka - Candler 10:30am
Leicester 10:30am
North Asheville 11:00am
Oakley / South Asheville 10:00am
Pack Memorial 11:00am
Thursdays
Fairview 10:30am
Skyland / South Buncombe 10:30am
Swannanoa 11:00am
West Asheville 11:00am
Saturdays
East Asheville 11:00am
Toddler Times
(for 18 to 36 month— olds)
Tuesdays
Leicester 11:00 am
Wednesdays
Fairview 10:30 am
North Asheville 10:00 am
Skyland / South Buncombe 10:30 am
West Asheville 11:00 am
Thursdays
Black Mountain 10:30 am
Enka - Candler 10:30 am
Pack Memorial 10:00 & 11:00 am
Swannanoa 10:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am (2nd & 4th Thursdays)
Mother Goose Time
- for 4 to 18 month olds
Mondays
West Asheville 11:00 am
Tuesdays
Pack Memorial 10:00 am (for walkers)
Pack Memorial 11:00 am (for non-walkers)
Fairview 10:30 am
Wednesdays
Swannanoa 11:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am (2nd & 4th Wednesdays)
Thursdays
Oakley 11:00 am
School Age Story Times (for 5 to 7 Year Olds)
Wednesdays
Pack Memorial 10:00am (Sept. through May)
Thursdays
North Asheville 3:15pm
Story Times (for 3 to 5 year olds)
Tuesdays
Weaverville 11:00am (1st & 3rd Tuesdays)
Wednesdays
Black Mountain 10:30am
East Asheville 11:00am
Enka - Candler 10:30am
Leicester 10:30am
North Asheville 11:00am
Oakley / South Asheville 10:00am
Pack Memorial 11:00am
Thursdays
Fairview 10:30am
Skyland / South Buncombe 10:30am
Swannanoa 11:00am
West Asheville 11:00am
Saturdays
East Asheville 11:00am
Toddler Times
(for 18 to 36 month— olds)
Tuesdays
Leicester 11:00 am
Wednesdays
Fairview 10:30 am
North Asheville 10:00 am
Skyland / South Buncombe 10:30 am
West Asheville 11:00 am
Thursdays
Black Mountain 10:30 am
Enka - Candler 10:30 am
Pack Memorial 10:00 & 11:00 am
Swannanoa 10:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am (2nd & 4th Thursdays)
Mother Goose Time
- for 4 to 18 month olds
Mondays
West Asheville 11:00 am
Tuesdays
Pack Memorial 10:00 am (for walkers)
Pack Memorial 11:00 am (for non-walkers)
Fairview 10:30 am
Wednesdays
Swannanoa 11:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am (2nd & 4th Wednesdays)
Thursdays
Oakley 11:00 am
Saturday, May 16, 2009
The Health Adventure ~ Super Science Saturday
May 16, 12pm – 2pm
Participate in a neat interactive activity that is well… a surprise!
Participate in a neat interactive activity that is well… a surprise!
Friday, May 15, 2009
NATURE TALES STORYTIME at the WNC Nature Center
NATURE TALES STORYTIME
Wednesday, May 27th, 11 a.m.- Noon
Gather the kids for a fun story and a chance to meet an animal from the book!
Call 298-5600 to make your reservation.
Wednesday, May 27th, 11 a.m.- Noon
Gather the kids for a fun story and a chance to meet an animal from the book!
Call 298-5600 to make your reservation.
Chick-fil-A Free 4 piece Kids Meal
I found this advertisement in the April WNC Parent.
FREE 4 piece Kids Meal*
Every Tuesday in May 4-8 pm.
*for ages 12 and under, 1 per child, child must be present.
FREE 4 piece Kids Meal*
Every Tuesday in May 4-8 pm.
*for ages 12 and under, 1 per child, child must be present.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Earth Fare West Asheville ~ Pasta Night for Everyone!
Pasta Night for Everyone!
05/14/09
5:30-8:00 PM
Join Us By The Café Every Thursday Night From 5:30-8 PM for our weekly pasta night.
Cooked to Order for just $7.99! Kids bowl, $3.99.
Choose your favorite ingredients, pasta and sauce to created by Chef Greivin make your very own masterpiece! Each week the menu will change so come out and taste the many delicious pasta dishes we have to offer. See you there!
05/14/09
5:30-8:00 PM
Join Us By The Café Every Thursday Night From 5:30-8 PM for our weekly pasta night.
Cooked to Order for just $7.99! Kids bowl, $3.99.
Choose your favorite ingredients, pasta and sauce to created by Chef Greivin make your very own masterpiece! Each week the menu will change so come out and taste the many delicious pasta dishes we have to offer. See you there!
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Guest Blogger Marlene Byrne: Paving the Way for Backyard Play
Guest Blogger Marlene Byrne: Paving the Way for Backyard Play
Do you remember when you couldn’t walk by a neighborhood park without seeing kids running the bases or taking turns at bat?
I’m not talking about a school-affiliated baseball game. I’m talking about a group of kids playing “running bases,” “pitcher’s hand out” or “500 baseball.” Just kids playing with their friends, modifying the rules as they go, and enjoying the game.
Freely. Without adult supervision, pressure from coaches or screaming parents.
Chances are, unless there’s an organized sports game in progress, your parks and neighborhoods are often quiet. Where have all the children gone?
Unstructured playtime is becoming endangered. The carefree days of our youth have been replaced by a childhood that ends in the blink of an eye. Instead of gathering with the neighborhood children for a game of “kick the can” or “follow the leader,” children are busy with organized sports, school programs, and extra-curricular activities.
Or they’re busy playing electronic games like Wii or Guitar Hero.
And while these things are great, I question their precedence over simple, backyard playtime. Our children are growing up in a generation in which parents, teachers, and coaches tell them how, where, and when to do everything. Add electronic games and you’ve got children who play by the rules and use repetition to achieve the next level.
But I believe creativity is learned over time and eventually spills over into adulthood.
Although our culture tends to place the most value on academic achievement or athletic success, unstructured playtime is crucial to a child’s cognitive development. The world will always be desperate for innovative ideas, thoughtful problem solving skills, and courageous leadership. Unlike organized sports or video games, unstructured play allows children to use their imagination and creativity while they negotiate with their friends.
Our job as parents is to make backyard playtime a priority and really foster play that demands creative thinking, imagination and negotiation among their peers.
About the author:
Marlene F. Byrne is the founder and author of Project Play, www.ProjectPlayBooks.com, a movement that uses a series of children’s books to teach backyard games and get kids out in the backyard, where creativity is born. The books inspire young readers to round up their friends and use their imagination to organize their own games and negotiate their own rules. The first three books in the series, Treasure Hunt, Follow the Leader and Just a Baseball Game, debuted in 2008. This year, Byrne will release two more: Kick the Can in the summer and Ghosts in the Graveyard in the fall.
The Health Adventure ~ Origami Folding Frenzy
Wed, May 13, 4pm – 5pm
From 4PM until 5PM to learn new folds, share favorites, and meeet fellow origami enthusiasts. All levels welcome. Become a regular "Four O'Clock Folder" at The Health Adventure. Paper is available at our museum store or you can bring your own.
The cost is the price of admission to The Health Adventure.
From 4PM until 5PM to learn new folds, share favorites, and meeet fellow origami enthusiasts. All levels welcome. Become a regular "Four O'Clock Folder" at The Health Adventure. Paper is available at our museum store or you can bring your own.
The cost is the price of admission to The Health Adventure.
Hands on Asheville-Buncombe, a United Way Program, offers many things for May.
Hands On Asheville-Buncombe
Hands On Asheville-Buncombe, a program of United Way, makes it easy to lend a hand and help others in our community by volunteering with local nonprofits. Visit www.handsonasheville.org and choose the volunteer opportunity that works for you: your passions, your skills, your schedule. Volunteer on your own or with your family, business, or faith community. The following Hands On Managed Projects are led by a trained volunteer Project Coordinator in connection with Hands On and a Partner Agency. Most of these projects last 2-4 hours are generally held on evenings and weekends and do not require a long-term commitment. For more information, and to sign-up, simply click on the project name below.
Pack & Sort at MANNA
Help sort and pack food at MANNA Food Bank to be given to agencies serving hungry people in 17 Western North Carolina counties.
5/14 (Thursday); 6:00-8:00pm
5/26 (Tuesday); 6:00-8:00pm
Requirements: 5-20 needed; ages 16+ welcome (5-15 with adult supervision)
Visit www.handsonasheville.org to sign up.
Kids Care: 4-6 year olds
Young children have a natural desire to give to others. This project for 4-6 year olds includes an age-appropriate learning component and a hands-on activity to foster a giving spirit. This project is geared towards 4-6 year olds. ***Adult volunteers not needed unless bringing youth participants.***
Project Date & Time: 5/30 (Saturday); 10:00-11:30am
Requirements: 5-20 needed; This project is geared towards 4-6 year olds
Visit www.handsonasheville.org to sign up.
Kids Care: 7-12 year olds
Kids are eager and excited to give to others, but it can sometimes be difficult to find age appropriate volunteer activities for children. This is a project where kids are the volunteers! Each month's project will involve an age-appropriate learning component and a hands-on activity. This project is geared towards 7-12 year olds. ***Adult volunteers not needed unless bringing youth participants. *** Parents or guardians are required to stay onsite with their children.
Project Date & Time: 5/16 (Saturday); 9:30-11:00am
Requirements: 5-20 needed; This project is geared towards 7-12 year olds
Visit www.handsonasheville.org to sign up.
In the Garden
Volunteers will be preparing the Emma Community Garden for fertilization, planting, and harvest! Volunteers should wear seasonal work clothes and sturdy shoes. Please bring enthusiasm, sunscreen, and a water bottle.
Project Date & Time: 5/23 (Saturday); 10:00am 1:00pm
Requirements: 5-15 needed; ages 16+ welcome (12-15 with adult supervision)
Visit www.handsonasheville.org to sign up.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Asheville Pizza Company on Merrimon.
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.
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.
The Hop, Coffee Break with Asheville Mommies
Tuesday at The Hop on Merrimon Avenue 11am-noon.
Go enjoy a 1/2 off cup of coffee.
Go enjoy a 1/2 off cup of coffee.
Monday, May 11, 2009
The Health Adventure ~ Moneyville Exhibit
This will be your last week to visit this traveling exhibit at The Health Adventure. The last day will be May 17, 2009.
Moneyville uses the fascinating subject of money to build math skills and promote economic literacy in a fun, immersive setting. The colorful city includes a bank, store, anti-counterfeiting lab, stock market, and a shipping dock. Hands-on activities range from creating your own “money” to exploring anti-counterfeiting measures to seeing what a million dollars looks like.
The WNC Nature Center
Saturday, May 16th, 11 a.m. - Noon -- ANIMAL FAMILIES
Bring your family to learn about animal families you may find in your backyard and some you may never see in the wild again. Learn the names of their animal groups, the weight of their babies and when these young animals leave home. Call 298-5600 to reserve your spot.
Programs by reservation only.
Bring your family to learn about animal families you may find in your backyard and some you may never see in the wild again. Learn the names of their animal groups, the weight of their babies and when these young animals leave home. Call 298-5600 to reserve your spot.
Programs by reservation only.
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Let's Get Crafty ~ Gardening With Kids
This months segment really isn't about crafts but getting your kids outside and working in the dirt. We get our kids involved with planting outside. Kids love to water their garden. They love to pick things they have taken care of. It's even super special to walk outside, pick something you grew and eat it!
Here are a few random pictures of our different container gardens:
Lil O's herb garden in the making.
Baby M wanted to help.
Chives, cilantro and oregano.
Peppermint.
Peppermint and yellow squash.
Cucumber.
Tomato and basil.
Here are a few random pictures of our different container gardens:
Lil O's herb garden in the making.
Baby M wanted to help.
Chives, cilantro and oregano.
Peppermint.
Peppermint and yellow squash.
Cucumber.
Tomato and basil.
Earth Fare West Asheville ~ Mother's Day Brunch
Happy Mother’s Day From All Of Us At Earth Fare
05/10/09
9:00-1:00PM
Join us for a special celebration to our moms. Chef Charles has come up with a decadent menu to satisfy all of your mom’s taste buds.
Including delicious items like Raspberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast, Cranberry Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Eggs Benedict, Salmon Roulade and much more.
We’ll also have beautiful gift baskets mom can win throughout the day. Bring your Mom and treat her to the best brunch in town.
05/10/09
9:00-1:00PM
Join us for a special celebration to our moms. Chef Charles has come up with a decadent menu to satisfy all of your mom’s taste buds.
Including delicious items like Raspberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast, Cranberry Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Eggs Benedict, Salmon Roulade and much more.
We’ll also have beautiful gift baskets mom can win throughout the day. Bring your Mom and treat her to the best brunch in town.
Mother's Day Celebration at the Nature Center
Date: May 10, 2009
Time: 10:00 am - 05:00 pm
Location: WNC Nature Center
Celebrate Mother's Day with animal mothers and their offspring. The Friends will provide the first 100 mothers with a free flower to celebrate their special day!
Time: 10:00 am - 05:00 pm
Location: WNC Nature Center
Celebrate Mother's Day with animal mothers and their offspring. The Friends will provide the first 100 mothers with a free flower to celebrate their special day!
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Campbells's is getting the kids in the garden!!!!
This was in KFA's mailbox and I had to pass it along to you!!!!!!! I am all FOR getting kids in the garden!!!!!
Campbell is giving away their tomato seeds to help promote community gardening.
For the first time in its more-than-100-year history, Campbell Soup Company is making available to the American public specially cultivated seeds used to grow tomatoes for its iconic Campbell’s® Tomato soup. The effort is part of Campbell’s goal to grow more than one billion tomatoes across the country and to support American agriculture. Campbell also is teaming up with the National FFA Organization and Urban Farming Inc., each of which will use the special seeds to help create five community gardens in urban communities.
To learn more about this please to go http://akamediainc.com/SMNR/tomatoseed.html
Campbell is giving away their tomato seeds to help promote community gardening.
For the first time in its more-than-100-year history, Campbell Soup Company is making available to the American public specially cultivated seeds used to grow tomatoes for its iconic Campbell’s® Tomato soup. The effort is part of Campbell’s goal to grow more than one billion tomatoes across the country and to support American agriculture. Campbell also is teaming up with the National FFA Organization and Urban Farming Inc., each of which will use the special seeds to help create five community gardens in urban communities.
To learn more about this please to go http://akamediainc.com/SMNR/tomatoseed.html
Barnes & Noble (Asheville Mall) Storytimes for May
Story Time:
11:00 am on Mondays
2:00 pm on Saturdays
11:00 am on Mondays
2:00 pm on Saturdays
Friday, May 8, 2009
Chick-fil-A Free 4 piece Kids Meal
I found this advertisement in the April WNC Parent.
FREE 4 piece Kids Meal*
Every Tuesday in May 4-8 pm.
*for ages 12 and under, 1 per child, child must be present.
FREE 4 piece Kids Meal*
Every Tuesday in May 4-8 pm.
*for ages 12 and under, 1 per child, child must be present.
My Mom's Having a Baby.
Mon, May 11, 4pm – 5pm
Mission Hospital
(enter the hospital at the visitor entrance off Biltmore Avenure. Take G elevators to the 4th floor)
Children ages 3 to 8 years old (children over the age of 8 may attend the adult tour with their parent/s)
TO REGISTER: Call (828) 254-6373, Ext. 316
Mission Hospital
(enter the hospital at the visitor entrance off Biltmore Avenure. Take G elevators to the 4th floor)
Children ages 3 to 8 years old (children over the age of 8 may attend the adult tour with their parent/s)
TO REGISTER: Call (828) 254-6373, Ext. 316
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Earth Fare West Asheville ~ Pasta Night for Everyone!
Pasta Night for Everyone!
05/07/09
5:30-8:00 PM
Join Us By The Café Every Thursday Night From 5:30-8 PM for our weekly pasta night.
Cooked to Order for just $7.99! Kids bowl, $3.99.
Choose your favorite ingredients, pasta and sauce to created by Chef Greivin make your very own masterpiece! Each week the menu will change so come out and taste the many delicious pasta dishes we have to offer. See you there!
05/07/09
5:30-8:00 PM
Join Us By The Café Every Thursday Night From 5:30-8 PM for our weekly pasta night.
Cooked to Order for just $7.99! Kids bowl, $3.99.
Choose your favorite ingredients, pasta and sauce to created by Chef Greivin make your very own masterpiece! Each week the menu will change so come out and taste the many delicious pasta dishes we have to offer. See you there!
Bicycle Rodeo ~ YMCA's Healthy Kids Day Event
Healthy Buncombe is putting on several kids bicycle skill training sessions this spring. These bicycle rodeos have been developed by the League of American Bicyclists through a grant from the National Bicycle Dealer's Association. A few local Asheville bicycle advocates have been trained and in turned trained volunteers to assist in putting on the spring series.
One of the Healthy Buncombe goals is make it safer for children to walk and bike to school and when it is safe we want these children to demonstrate appropriate riding behaviors so they will to safely get themselves to school, go to their friend's home or do their errands. These skills will also help them when they become safer drivers when they are older.
Saturday, May 9 in West Asheville at Vance Elementary School from 11:00 - 3:00
One of the Healthy Buncombe goals is make it safer for children to walk and bike to school and when it is safe we want these children to demonstrate appropriate riding behaviors so they will to safely get themselves to school, go to their friend's home or do their errands. These skills will also help them when they become safer drivers when they are older.
Saturday, May 9 in West Asheville at Vance Elementary School from 11:00 - 3:00
The Health Adventure ~ Preschool Play Date
10:30am – 11:30am
Playdate is held at The Health Adventure's Creative Playspace on the 1st Thursday of every month in an enclosed and safe discovery zone for children ages 3-5.
Hands-on take-away activities led by an expert educator from The Health Adventure make these play dates enriching for children and adults alike.
Playdate is held at The Health Adventure's Creative Playspace on the 1st Thursday of every month in an enclosed and safe discovery zone for children ages 3-5.
Hands-on take-away activities led by an expert educator from The Health Adventure make these play dates enriching for children and adults alike.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
The Health Adventure ~ Free Wednesday
On the 1st Wednesday of every month from 3PM-5PM, The Health Adventure opens its doors for free!!
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Local Libraries offer Free FUN!
You may also check out Storytimes and Toddler Times by going to our library locations page and searching by library branch.
School Age Story Times (for 5 to 7 Year Olds)
Wednesdays
Pack Memorial 10:00am (Sept. through May)
Thursdays
North Asheville 3:15pm
Story Times (for 3 to 5 year olds)
Tuesdays
Weaverville 11:00am (1st & 3rd Tuesdays)
Wednesdays
Black Mountain 10:30am
East Asheville 11:00am
Enka - Candler 10:30am
Leicester 10:30am
North Asheville 11:00am
Oakley / South Asheville 10:00am
Pack Memorial 11:00am
Thursdays
Fairview 10:30am
Skyland / South Buncombe 10:30am
Swannanoa 11:00am
West Asheville 11:00am
Saturdays
East Asheville 11:00am
Toddler Times
(for 18 to 36 month— olds)
Tuesdays
Leicester 11:00 am
Wednesdays
Fairview 10:30 am
North Asheville 10:00 am
Skyland / South Buncombe 10:30 am
West Asheville 11:00 am
Thursdays
Black Mountain 10:30 am
Enka - Candler 10:30 am
Pack Memorial 10:00 & 11:00 am
Swannanoa 10:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am (2nd & 4th Thursdays)
Mother Goose Time
- for 4 to 18 month olds
Mondays
West Asheville 11:00 am
Tuesdays
Pack Memorial 10:00 am (for walkers)
Pack Memorial 11:00 am (for non-walkers)
Fairview 10:30 am
Wednesdays
Swannanoa 11:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am (2nd & 4th Wednesdays)
Thursdays
Oakley 11:00 am
School Age Story Times (for 5 to 7 Year Olds)
Wednesdays
Pack Memorial 10:00am (Sept. through May)
Thursdays
North Asheville 3:15pm
Story Times (for 3 to 5 year olds)
Tuesdays
Weaverville 11:00am (1st & 3rd Tuesdays)
Wednesdays
Black Mountain 10:30am
East Asheville 11:00am
Enka - Candler 10:30am
Leicester 10:30am
North Asheville 11:00am
Oakley / South Asheville 10:00am
Pack Memorial 11:00am
Thursdays
Fairview 10:30am
Skyland / South Buncombe 10:30am
Swannanoa 11:00am
West Asheville 11:00am
Saturdays
East Asheville 11:00am
Toddler Times
(for 18 to 36 month— olds)
Tuesdays
Leicester 11:00 am
Wednesdays
Fairview 10:30 am
North Asheville 10:00 am
Skyland / South Buncombe 10:30 am
West Asheville 11:00 am
Thursdays
Black Mountain 10:30 am
Enka - Candler 10:30 am
Pack Memorial 10:00 & 11:00 am
Swannanoa 10:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am (2nd & 4th Thursdays)
Mother Goose Time
- for 4 to 18 month olds
Mondays
West Asheville 11:00 am
Tuesdays
Pack Memorial 10:00 am (for walkers)
Pack Memorial 11:00 am (for non-walkers)
Fairview 10:30 am
Wednesdays
Swannanoa 11:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am (2nd & 4th Wednesdays)
Thursdays
Oakley 11:00 am
Asheville Pizza Company on Merrimon.
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.
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.
The North Carolina Arboretum ~ Free May Activities
Exhibitions
Masters of the Night: The True Story of Bats dispels popular misconceptions about bats, describes their ecological importance and gives visitors an appreciation of the true wonders of the bat world. Special effects, multi-sensory interactive displays, and a Gothic castle present bats in mythic and real-life settings. Visitors will also be able to explore bat plants in the exhibit greenhouse and see a giant bat sculpture created by Welding Unlimited METAL CREATIONS.
Through May 10 Baker Exhibit Center
9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday-Saturday
Noon to 5:00 pm Sunday
BIRDS: The Science of Illustration. Art and science work together in H. Douglas Pratt’s and John C. Sill's artistic illustrations of birds. Pratt is an ornithologist, artist, and photographer as well as the Research Curator of Birds at the NC State Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh. Sill has worked as a freelance artist and illustrator since 1971 and has been exhibited in highly acclaimed shows and appeared in a number of books and magazines.
May 21 through November 1 Baker Exhibit Center
“Blooming Out Loud” is hosted by botanical artist Miriam Sagasti, a Peruvian-American. Sagasti works in three different styles, which she says, “reflect my varied interests and experiences.” Among Sagasti’s three styles are botanical paintings, inspired by her love of nature and gardening. With watercolors and color pencils, she strives to depict nature as it truly appears.
Through June 15 Education Center 2nd Floor Gallery
9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday-Saturday
Noon to 5:00 pm Sunday
Daily
Connections Gallery Shop
Baker Exhibit Center
11:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday-Saturday
Noon to 4:00 pm Sunday
Garden Trellis Shop
Education Center
Closed Mondays
11:00 am to 4:00 pm Tuesday-Saturday
Noon to 4:00 pm Sunday
Savory Thyme Café
Education Center
Closed Mondays
11:00 am to 3:00 pm Tuesday-Saturday
Noon to 3:00 pm Sunday
Tuesdays through Fridays
Guided Garden Tours. Join this informative, guided tour of the Arboretum’s garden exhibits featuring spring highlights.
10:30 am Baker Exhibit Center Lobby
Tuesdays and Saturdays
Forest Trails Walk. Guided tour on the Arboretum’s trails explores the natural environment. Topics can include plants, trees, flowers, birds, insects, and local history. Wear sturdy walking shoes, bring water, dress in layers and bring rain protection.
1:00 pm Baker Exhibit Center Lobby
Tuesdays and Saturdays
Bonsai Volunteers in the Garden. Volunteers stationed in the Bonsai Exhibition Garden will answer questions about both the collection and the garden. (Begins May 12)
10:00 am. to Noon Bonsai Exhibition Garden
Saturday, May 9 and Tuesday, May 12
Dahlia Tuber Sale and Chrysanthemum Plant Sale
These two plant societies combine to offer show-quality dahlia tubers and chrysanthemum rooted cuttings just in time for spring planting. Come early before supplies run out!
10:00 am. to 4 pm Saturday--Education Center
10:00 am. to 4 pm. Tuesday---Baker Exhibit Center
(!!! While supplies last !!!)
Tuesday, May 12
Gardening in the Mountains: Gardening for Tough Times. This informative program is offered in cooperation with Buncombe County Cooperative Extension and regional Master Gardeners.
10:00 am Education Center
Wednesday, May 13
Collections Walk: Great Trees for the Landscape. Join retired forester Jim Webb for this informative walk. Wear sturdy footwear for walking on varied terrain.
1:00 pm Baker Exhibit Center Lobby
Thursday, May 14
In-Depth Walk: What’s New in the Garden. An Arboretum horticulturist leads a walk focusing on new features in the gardens.
1:30 pm Baker Exhibit Center Lobby
Saturday and Sunday, May 30 & 31
Asheville Blue Ridge Rose Society Annual Rose Exhibit.
Many varieties of roses will be on display in the Education Center. Experts will provide programs and rose plants will be for sale.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Saturday Education Center
Noon to 5:00 pm. Sunday Education Center
Events and activities are free unless noted; usual parking fees apply. No parking fee on Tuesdays. For listings of our current educational program offerings and special events, please visit www.ncarboretum.org
The Hop, Coffee Break with Asheville Mommies
Tuesday at The Hop on Merrimon Avenue 11am-noon.
Go enjoy a 1/2 off cup of coffee.
Go enjoy a 1/2 off cup of coffee.
Saturday, May 2, 2009
First Annual International Children's Festival at Vance Elementary!
TODAY!!!!
Vance Elementary is proud to announce the First Annual International Children's Festival on Saturday, May 2 from 11-3. We will be honoring children around the the globe and Vance Elementary's magnet theme of Ecology and Human Diversity by bringing the cultures of the world right to our doorstep here in West Asheville! All families are welcome to join us in celebrating the diverse cultures of the world population.
All seven continents will be represented at the International Children's Festival. Kids will receive a passport when they arrive and can spend the day traveling from continent to continent playing games, making crafts and collecting stamps in their passports. From roasted corn and a baseball toss in North America to stir fry and a fish slap in Asia to home made tamales and sopapillas from our vibrant Latino population, the world will be yours to explore!
In addition to the international games and crafts, families will be treated to music and dance from around the world on the main stage. We will also have a dunking tank, colorful helium balloons and, of course, the traditional large inflatables that a Vance festival couldn't be without! The event will culminate in a multi-cultural parade where children can show off the costumes and play the instruments they will have the opportunity to make throughout the festival. International costumes of all kinds from home are encouraged as well.
Vance Elementary is proud to announce the First Annual International Children's Festival on Saturday, May 2 from 11-3. We will be honoring children around the the globe and Vance Elementary's magnet theme of Ecology and Human Diversity by bringing the cultures of the world right to our doorstep here in West Asheville! All families are welcome to join us in celebrating the diverse cultures of the world population.
All seven continents will be represented at the International Children's Festival. Kids will receive a passport when they arrive and can spend the day traveling from continent to continent playing games, making crafts and collecting stamps in their passports. From roasted corn and a baseball toss in North America to stir fry and a fish slap in Asia to home made tamales and sopapillas from our vibrant Latino population, the world will be yours to explore!
In addition to the international games and crafts, families will be treated to music and dance from around the world on the main stage. We will also have a dunking tank, colorful helium balloons and, of course, the traditional large inflatables that a Vance festival couldn't be without! The event will culminate in a multi-cultural parade where children can show off the costumes and play the instruments they will have the opportunity to make throughout the festival. International costumes of all kinds from home are encouraged as well.
Lowe's Offers Projects for Kids.
Check your local Lowe's to see when they offer the Build and Grow Clinics!!!!!
Friday, May 1, 2009
First Annual International Children's Festival at Vance Elementary!
TOMORROW!!!!
Vance Elementary is proud to announce the First Annual International Children's Festival on Saturday, May 2 from 11-3. We will be honoring children around the the globe and Vance Elementary's magnet theme of Ecology and Human Diversity by bringing the cultures of the world right to our doorstep here in West Asheville! All families are welcome to join us in celebrating the diverse cultures of the world population.
All seven continents will be represented at the International Children's Festival. Kids will receive a passport when they arrive and can spend the day traveling from continent to continent playing games, making crafts and collecting stamps in their passports. From roasted corn and a baseball toss in North America to stir fry and a fish slap in Asia to home made tamales and sopapillas from our vibrant Latino population, the world will be yours to explore!
In addition to the international games and crafts, families will be treated to music and dance from around the world on the main stage. We will also have a dunking tank, colorful helium balloons and, of course, the traditional large inflatables that a Vance festival couldn't be without! The event will culminate in a multi-cultural parade where children can show off the costumes and play the instruments they will have the opportunity to make throughout the festival. International costumes of all kinds from home are encouraged as well.
Vance Elementary is proud to announce the First Annual International Children's Festival on Saturday, May 2 from 11-3. We will be honoring children around the the globe and Vance Elementary's magnet theme of Ecology and Human Diversity by bringing the cultures of the world right to our doorstep here in West Asheville! All families are welcome to join us in celebrating the diverse cultures of the world population.
All seven continents will be represented at the International Children's Festival. Kids will receive a passport when they arrive and can spend the day traveling from continent to continent playing games, making crafts and collecting stamps in their passports. From roasted corn and a baseball toss in North America to stir fry and a fish slap in Asia to home made tamales and sopapillas from our vibrant Latino population, the world will be yours to explore!
In addition to the international games and crafts, families will be treated to music and dance from around the world on the main stage. We will also have a dunking tank, colorful helium balloons and, of course, the traditional large inflatables that a Vance festival couldn't be without! The event will culminate in a multi-cultural parade where children can show off the costumes and play the instruments they will have the opportunity to make throughout the festival. International costumes of all kinds from home are encouraged as well.
The NC Arboretum 2009 Youth Camp Schedule
The NC Arboretum 2009 Youth Camp Schedule
Summer Camps
Gone Buggy Pre -K
Come see through the eyes of an insect as we learn how they live, what they eat and how special they are. Go on hikes to collect the smallest and largest bugs you can find. Fun stories will help children explore how bugs get along with the rest of the world. Siblings under age 2 may accompany for free.
June 1 – 5, 2009
Ages 2 - 4 Camp Fee: $45.00/members, $55.00/general public
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Animal Adventures Pre – K
Make crafts, sing songs and hear stories on adventures through the woods. Explore and learn about all the amazing critters in the world around us. Siblings under age 2 may accompany for free.
June 15 – 19, 2009
Ages 2 - 4 Camp Fee: $45.00/members, $55.00/general public
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Soggy Sneakers Pre -K
Explore the wonders of streams and ponds and visit a different water world on the beautiful property of the Arboretum. Use fish nets, magnifying glasses and bring a camera to capture unforgettable memories. Songs, stories, crafts and games will be part of the adventure. Siblings under age 2 may accompany for free.
July 20 – 24, 2009
Ages 2 - 4 Camp Fee: $45.00/members, $55.00/general public
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Rising Grades K - 1
Nature Rangers
Come with us as we learn how to protect and cherish some of the most amazing things on earth – nature! As a little Nature Ranger participants will play games, go on hikes, make crafts from recycled items and even meet a real grown up Park Ranger.
June 8 – 12, 2009
Rising Grades K & 1 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Teeth, Tails and Talons
Search for local critters to see how they eat, sleep, and play. Enjoy games, hikes, crafts and stories all about teeth, tails, and talons. Visit with our very own creatures and experience the different lives they live compared to critters in the wild. Learn about native birds and construct a birdhouse or feeder to hang in your yard!
June 22 – 26, 2009
Rising Grades K & 1 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
A Natural Artist
Get in touch with the budding artist within to create paper, use natural dyes, draw, paint, glue, pattern a t-shirt, work with clay and make crafts with materials found in the woods. Take a short hike on a trail to find a mountain or stream and the plants and animals in the beautiful forest. Make and take an original masterpiece every day!
July 6 – 10, 2009
Rising Grades K & 1 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wet and Wild
Get ready to discover all there is to know about life in and around the many micro worlds of water. The Arboretum’s huge and beautiful forest has many spots to investigate for aquatic life. Take a special trip to Lake Powhatan to swim and splash, examine a bubbling creek and discover some wet and wild critters.
July 13 – 17, 2009
Rising Grades K & 1 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Eco Detectives
Games and hikes will help participants understand how important animals are to the forest ecosystem. Learn how to spot the many critters that live here and how to identify what they are. Catch salamanders, insects and minnows as we explore the Bent Creek watershed. We’ll look for tracks and other wildlife signs as we explore the homes of lizards, birds and mammals that inhabit our enormous forest.
July 27 – 31, 2009
Rising Grades K & 1 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Little Mountaineers
Explore the green woods as you learn how to stay safe, watch the weather and build shelters. Discover some of the best old recipes, hear great stories and learn about knots. Uncover the secrets of the “Leave No Trace” guidelines that encourage excellent and useful ways to be a superior Little Mountaineer.
August 3 – 7, 2009
Rising Grades K & 1 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Summer Camp Classic 1
Join us as we explore all the amazing classic camp adventures waiting for you at the Arboretum. Bring your friends and meet new ones as we hike in search of critters, splash in creeks and play games outside. You’ll even bring home a special souvenir to remember all the fun.
August 17 – 21, 2009
Rising Grades K & 1 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Rising Grades 2 - 3
Junior Mountaineers
This camp offers all sorts of outdoor skills, games and activities like making shelters out of found materials and learning how to use a map while on a hike. Use teamwork to create camp gadgets and play great games. Gain essential survival skills while learning the basics of using a compass, setting up a tent and making a campfire.
June 15 – 19, 2009
Rising Grades 2 & 3 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Mountain Ways
Games, music and local history are a fascinating and playful part of a guided discovery in this culturally diverse area. Learn to identify wildflowers as well as medicinal and edible plants used by settlers. Practice textile and candle making, and other techniques used by settlers and natives to live off the land. Make toys, get to know animals important to pioneer life, folklore and re-enact 19th century and native village activities!
June 29 – July 3, 2009
Rising Grades 2 & 3 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Nature’s Studio: Earth Art
Beautiful mountain views and crystal streams will provide amazing inspiration as you paint, sketch, weave, dye, and mold your own creations. Explore the picture perfect details of the world around you while in search of insects, salamanders, birds and more. Get in touch with your inner artist as you create art with materials you find in nature. Make an original masterpiece every day!
July 6 – 10, 2009
Rising Grades 2 & 3 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Advanced Eco Detectives Learn all about the animals that live in the Southern Appalachian Mountains, how to spot them and where they live. Catch salamanders, insects and fish as you explore Bent Creek. Scout for tracks and other wildlife signs as you explore the homes of lizards, birds and the mammals. Special wildlife mysteries will put you to the test as you examine evidence left behind by creatures of the forest.
July 20 – 24, 2009
Rising Grades 2 & 3 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Aquatic Adventures Discover the diversity of aquatic life in our natural environment. Use microscopes to observe tiny single-celled critters and then fish for splashing trout at Lake Powhatan. Explore aquatic wonders on creek walks, pond investigations and a special salamander safari. Learn to use minnow traps and nets to capture and observe a variety of life; and most importantly, learn how to protect our amazing aquatic habitats.
July 27 – 31, 2009
Rising Grades 2 & 3 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Science Connections
Make and create natural products while learning some basic chemistry and put together some “museum-quality” collections. Explore the natural environmental balance in the amazing web of life. Test ecological hypotheses, conduct fun experiments and play science-inspired games. Uncover the mysteries of our plants and trees, woodland animals, aquatic critters, geologic formations and impacts on our air and water.
August 10 – 14, 2009
Rising Grades 2 & 3 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Summer Camp Classic 2 Join us as we explore all the amazing classic camp adventures that are waiting for you at the Arboretum. Bring your friends and meet new ones as we hike in search of critters, splash in creeks and play games outside. You’ll even bring home a special souvenir to remember all the fun. August 17 – 21, 2009
Rising Grades 2 & 3 Camp Fee: $170/members, $190/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Rising Grades 4 - 5
Boots, Paddles and Reels
Explore parts of our forested campus that few know about. Use a GPS unit to guide you to Lake Powhatan and fish for trout with fishing flies you tie yourself. A quiet-water paddling trip with Southern Waterways along the French Broad River is sure to be a highlight! Safety and care for your sporting equipment along with hands-on instruction and demonstrations ensure a great experience.
June 15 – 19, 2009
Rising Grades 4 & 5
July 13 – 17, 2009
Rising Grades 4 & 5
Price: $215/members, $235/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wilderness Explorers
Learn to read maps and use a compass to accomplish a cross-country orienteering course and design a course for your friends to try. Purify water, cook outdoors, make a shelter, provide first aid in the back country and learn how to limit your impact on the environment while outdoors. At the end of the week your skills will be put to the test in an overnight camping trip in the beautiful forest of the Arboretum.
June 22 – 26, 2009
Rising Grades 4 & 5 Camp Fee: $200/members, $220/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Woodland Ways
An adventure in history takes place as we explore the games, tools, crafts and skills used by Native Americans in our area. Mold pottery, use plants for creating dyes, weave a basket and learn how people lived off the land. Visiting historians and scientist will bring the past alive while we explore Cherokee culture. Learn about Cherokee folklore, trade, farming methods and cook traditional recipes. Get down and dirty as we explore and unearth an “archaeological site” learning what others did to survive over the last thousand years in the Bent Creek area.
June 29 – July 3, 2009
Rising Grades 4 & 5 Camp Fee: $180/members, $200/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Nature Adventure Camp
Become a junior field ecologist as you explore woodland and stream habitats, hunt for local wildlife and take part in small animal and minnow trapping. Take a night hike as we search for nocturnal animals, observe the night sky and go camping Thursday evening in a pine forest. Discover the amazing habits and behaviors of the many birds, reptiles, mammals and fish we encounter.
July 20 – 24, 2009
Rising Grades 4 & 5 Camp Fee: $200/members, $220/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Outdoor Explorations
Discover the natural wonders of Western North Carolina as part of this enriching program. Explore the Davidson River on a hunt for hellbender salamanders and visit the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education to learn about the needs of trout and other coldwater fish. Spend a day off the Blue Ridge Parkway at Craggy Gardens exploring the unique plants and animals that live in high elevations. Take in a day at Great Smoky Mountains National Park helping biologists study wildlife populations. All these great explorations, plus an overnight camping trip at the Arboretum on Thursday evening, add up to an amazing week of discovery and adventure!
Aug 3 – 7, 2009
Rising Grades 4 & 5 Camp Fee: $255/members, $275/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Rising Grades 6 - 8
Eco Challenge - Counselor in Training Camp
Our mountains are home to an incredible variety of plants and animals. Spend a week exploring these wild wonders, combining experiences at the Arboretum with day trip destinations in our area. Explore the unique habitats of the Southern Appalachians at Graveyard Fields, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Davidson River. Campers will build strong leadership skills and teach younger campers what they have learned about the natural world – a one-of-a-kind experience that combines ecological study, leadership and adventure.
June 8 – 12, 2009
Rising Grades 6 – 8 Camp Fee: $255/members, $275/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Mountain Trek
Learn the basics of land navigation and become skilled in using a GPS, map and compass to navigate trails at the Arboretum and at off-site destinations. Hike among rhododendrons and blueberry bushes at Craggy Gardens, stroll atop a mountain bald at Black Balsam and navigate along the trail to Moore Cove Falls in Pisgah National Forest for a high-adventure experience. Skills learned throughout the week will be put to the test on Thursday evening on an overnight camping trip at the Arboretum, and a cross-country orienteering course on Friday.
August 10 – 14, 2009
Rising Grades 6 - 8 Camp Fee: $275/members, $295/general public
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Registration is taken on a first-come, first-served basis and can be made by mail or drop-off only. Before care and after care is available for an additional fee. Arboretum members receive a discount on camp registration fees. Visit www.ncarboretum.org for a complete list of camp offerings, registration applications and membership information, or call 828-665-2492.
Chick-fil-A Free 4 piece Kids Meal
I found this advertisement in the April WNC Parent.
FREE 4 piece Kids Meal*
Every Tuesday in May 4-8 pm.
*for ages 12 and under, 1 per child, child must be present.
FREE 4 piece Kids Meal*
Every Tuesday in May 4-8 pm.
*for ages 12 and under, 1 per child, child must be present.
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