Monday, November 30, 2009
Saturday, November 28, 2009
The Health Adventure ~ Super Science Saturday
November 28, 2009
12pm – 2pm
SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAYS are assorted family-friendly themed activities based on the current traveling exhibit.
12pm – 2pm
SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAYS are assorted family-friendly themed activities based on the current traveling exhibit.
Thursday, November 26, 2009
The Health Adventure
The Health Adventure will be closed on Thursday, November 26 to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 27.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Mom's Morning Out ~ The Hop on Merrimon Avenue.
Every Wednesday from 11-12pm is Mom's Morning Out! Parents enjoy 1/2 off coffees and teas and all other items are 10% off!
Tuesday, November 24, 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
Monday, November 23, 2009
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!
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!
Grove Park Inn ~ Family Free Fun!
Today we spent some quality time together as a family at Grove Park Inn. We go every year to see the gingerbread houses. I did a quick set on Flickr of a few pictures so you could check them out along with my family. Just click the photo to be taken to the set.
It was a lovely time.
It was a lovely time.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Digital Room GIVEAWAYS!!!!! The winners are:
I had THREE Digital Room GIVEAWAYS happening simultaneously on three different blogs!!!!
There were only four comments left on one blog giveaway soooooo I'm going to hand out THREE FABULOUS PRIZES by random for these great Digital Room products!
Blog ~ The Adventures of Supermom
18x24 Poster Print
WINNER ~ Keshia of Cooper's Mommy
Blog ~ Supermom Reviews
18x24 Poster Print
WINNER ~ Nycole
Blog ~ Kid Friendly Asheville
(50 ct.) 7 x 5" (folded to 3.5 x 5") Custom Thank You Cards with plain envelopes
WINNER ~ Alexandrea
Congrats you guys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you so much for the comments!! Please contact me today if you didn't leave your email address so I can send them an email tomorrow!!!!!
Saturday, November 21, 2009
The Health Adventure ~ Super Science Saturday
November 21, 2009
12pm – 2pm
SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAYS are assorted family-friendly themed activities based on the current traveling exhibit.
12pm – 2pm
SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAYS are assorted family-friendly themed activities based on the current traveling exhibit.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
The Health Adventure ~ Preschool Play Date
November 19, 2009
10:30am – 11:30am
Playdate is held at The Health Adventure's Creative Playspace on Thursdays every month in an enclosed and safe discovery zone for children ages 3-5.
Hands-on take-away activities led by a staff facilitator make these play dates enriching for children and adults alike.
10:30am – 11:30am
Playdate is held at The Health Adventure's Creative Playspace on Thursdays every month in an enclosed and safe discovery zone for children ages 3-5.
Hands-on take-away activities led by a staff facilitator make these play dates enriching for children and adults alike.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Encouraging your child to mingle at the Asheville Arts Center.
~Originally posted on The Adventures of Supermom~
Lil O was given a wonderful invitation to be a part of The Jungle Book at the Asheville Arts Center in exchange that I review it on Supermom Reviews. I've even been telling others about it on Kid Friendly Asheville.
I am really thrilled with how it's helping Lil O get out of her comfort zone and meet others. At first she was very shy and didn't want to go. She thought I was making her go to school. She teared up on the first day but I was thankful a teacher saw this and pulled her into the group. She needed someone to do that for her since I was unable to.
After her first class she was all smiles! I knew she would enjoy it once she surrounded herself in it. Parents aren't able to be in the room with them during rehearsal so the children can focus and learn. I totally get that! I take things with me to catch up on while I am waiting in the minivan.
Lil O missed two classes when she was sick with the flu. I had to start over in a sense because she didn't want to go back. She teared up when I made her go but was fine after her first class back! Kids need to be away from us to learn and have their own adventures. We need to encourage our children and give them that extra push. Even if you are pushing her in the room as you tell her you love her and quickly exit the building before she can cling to your leg while screaming. I promise you that you aren't causing her scars that will require therapy!
I needed this push as well. I told Michael this after her first class. I need to be away from Lil O to let her be herself. Let her know she will be fine if I am not in the same room with her. I am always there to get her after class, unless H is there, and I run to her asking about class. She was all smiles yesterday! Her arms tightly around my neck as we walked to the van. She loved class and so proud to tell me that they gave out parts and she was a snake! How exciting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
She is counting down the days until next practice. I am sure I will have to walk her to class and reassure her that I will be there when she gets finished. I know she will be all smiles when class is over asking, "How many days until I come here again?"
Lil O was given a wonderful invitation to be a part of The Jungle Book at the Asheville Arts Center in exchange that I review it on Supermom Reviews. I've even been telling others about it on Kid Friendly Asheville.
I am really thrilled with how it's helping Lil O get out of her comfort zone and meet others. At first she was very shy and didn't want to go. She thought I was making her go to school. She teared up on the first day but I was thankful a teacher saw this and pulled her into the group. She needed someone to do that for her since I was unable to.
After her first class she was all smiles! I knew she would enjoy it once she surrounded herself in it. Parents aren't able to be in the room with them during rehearsal so the children can focus and learn. I totally get that! I take things with me to catch up on while I am waiting in the minivan.
Lil O missed two classes when she was sick with the flu. I had to start over in a sense because she didn't want to go back. She teared up when I made her go but was fine after her first class back! Kids need to be away from us to learn and have their own adventures. We need to encourage our children and give them that extra push. Even if you are pushing her in the room as you tell her you love her and quickly exit the building before she can cling to your leg while screaming. I promise you that you aren't causing her scars that will require therapy!
I needed this push as well. I told Michael this after her first class. I need to be away from Lil O to let her be herself. Let her know she will be fine if I am not in the same room with her. I am always there to get her after class, unless H is there, and I run to her asking about class. She was all smiles yesterday! Her arms tightly around my neck as we walked to the van. She loved class and so proud to tell me that they gave out parts and she was a snake! How exciting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
She is counting down the days until next practice. I am sure I will have to walk her to class and reassure her that I will be there when she gets finished. I know she will be all smiles when class is over asking, "How many days until I come here again?"
Mom's Morning Out ~ The Hop on Merrimon Avenue.
Every Wednesday from 11-12pm is Mom's Morning Out! Parents enjoy 1/2 off coffees and teas and all other items are 10% off!
Tuesday, November 17, 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
2 New Creativity Day Camps
2 New Creativity Day Camps
* November 21st - Thanksgiving
* December 19th - Holidays
Both Camps will be held from 10 AM - 2 PM and will cost $65 each including art supplies, art direction and a healthy lunch.
Since each is before a Holiday - they will be themed with universal holiday arts and crafts that enable kids to explore, express their unique creativity and enjoy the company of friends.
RSVP if your creative child will be attending! And most importantly, I wish each of you the happiest of holidays.
Maureen
828-505-0383
* November 21st - Thanksgiving
* December 19th - Holidays
Both Camps will be held from 10 AM - 2 PM and will cost $65 each including art supplies, art direction and a healthy lunch.
Since each is before a Holiday - they will be themed with universal holiday arts and crafts that enable kids to explore, express their unique creativity and enjoy the company of friends.
RSVP if your creative child will be attending! And most importantly, I wish each of you the happiest of holidays.
Maureen
828-505-0383
Asheville Arts Center ~ Jungle Book
An update on The Asheville Arts Center, The Jungle Book with Olivia!!!!!
My clown is enjoying practicing very much. She is shy at first and doesn't want to go to practice but I encourage her to go and she has a wonderful time.
It's important for her to mingle with other children and form friendships. It's important in a childs growth.
I am very grateful that this offer from Asheville Arts Center!!! Olivia is loving it!!!
Parts were given yesterday and she is happy to be a snake!!!!!!!
I cannot wait to see this play!!!
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Spellbound Children's Bookshop ~ Downtown on Wall Street
Saturday, November 21st at 2pm : Loving Ruby Story Time
Loving_RubyAuthor Lois Chazen and illustrator Sundara Fawn, creators of the new picture book Loving Ruby: A True Story, will be at Spellbound for a special story time, with free activities and book signing to follow.
Loving Ruby tells the story of a baby cardinal's rescue, helping kids understand the joy and responsibility of bringing home a baby bird. Filled with facts, photographs, and beautiful illustrations depicting the entire rescue and release of Ruby. One dollar of every sale of this book is donated to the Defenders of Wildlife.
Loving_RubyAuthor Lois Chazen and illustrator Sundara Fawn, creators of the new picture book Loving Ruby: A True Story, will be at Spellbound for a special story time, with free activities and book signing to follow.
Loving Ruby tells the story of a baby cardinal's rescue, helping kids understand the joy and responsibility of bringing home a baby bird. Filled with facts, photographs, and beautiful illustrations depicting the entire rescue and release of Ruby. One dollar of every sale of this book is donated to the Defenders of Wildlife.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
A Giveaway from DigitalRoom.com
Digital Room is sponsoring a giveaway on Kid Friendly Asheville!!!!!!! For hosting this giveaway I get 50 Thank You cards for free!!!! Awesome!!!!! I love sending cards!
Click HERE to get all the juicy details.
Click HERE to get all the juicy details.
Let's get Crafty ~ Homemade Wrapping Paper
Making a special birthday even more special!! This morning Olivia colored a beautiful picture for her friends birthday present.
See :
I then wrapped the present for her and added a pretty purple bow.
I've also done this for Christmas but used the kids handprints! It makes giving gifts a bit more fun knowing you made the paper!
See :
I then wrapped the present for her and added a pretty purple bow.
I've also done this for Christmas but used the kids handprints! It makes giving gifts a bit more fun knowing you made the paper!
The Health Adventure ~ Super Science Saturday
November 14, 2009
12pm – 2pm
SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAYS are assorted family-friendly themed activities based on the current traveling exhibit.
12pm – 2pm
SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAYS are assorted family-friendly themed activities based on the current traveling exhibit.
Friday, November 13, 2009
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!
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!
Thursday, November 12, 2009
What Children of Divorce Experience During the Holidays
Sharing an older post because I think it's important for you to know if you are divorced and have children.
Remember it's about our kids and not about us. No matter what your EGO may think.
What Children of Divorce Experience During the Holidays
Children of separated families may find the holiday season to be more difficult than usual.
There are many things that both parents can do to enjoy the holidays and ease the transition for their children.
Remember it's about our kids and not about us. No matter what your EGO may think.
What Children of Divorce Experience During the Holidays
Children of separated families may find the holiday season to be more difficult than usual.
- Children may feel anxious from the excess chaos
- They may feel caught in the middle as parents negotiate who spends what time where
- They may feel resentful at having to leave friends and family to stay with a non-custodial parent
- Children may feel overwhelmed and exhausted as they are shuffled back and forth between houses
- They may feel as though they wish they could "split themselves in half" so that each parent will be satisfied
- They may feel sad as they reminisce on holidays when the family was still together
- Kids may miss one parent while spending time with the other
- They may feel guilty at leaving the other parent alone on a holiday
There are many things that both parents can do to enjoy the holidays and ease the transition for their children.
- Teach the child to embrace his expanded family and the fact that he gets to celebrate the holidays twice
- Do not over-indulge the child with too many presents or candy; this is not healthy for anyone
- One parent should not compete with the other over who gets the child a "better gift" – if possible, strategize with the other parent to ensure even gift-giving
- Have a set schedule, preferably one that is set by family court. Typically, parents should alternate holidays each year. This takes the burden off the child having to decide where he would like to spend his time and also minimize arguing between parents
- Let the child in on the schedule in advance so that they know what to expect
- Put differences aside – do not argue with an ex-spouse in front of the child
- Teach the child what the holiday is truly about so that they can better appreciate the experience
- Plan fun outings and make new traditions such as caroling, ice skating, or catching a new movie in between the holidays to minimize the importance of a single big celebration
- Keep time together simple so that the child does not feel overburdened and overwhelmed
- Set a positive example so that the child is able to enjoy himself; parents should express their own frustrations to another adult, not to their child
- Recognize that most children want and need contact with both of their parents, especially during the holidays
- Allow the child to have phone or email contact with the other parent, especially on the holiday itself
- Allow the child to vent any frustrations
- Love and celebrate the child during these special times
The Health Adventure ~ Preschool Play Date
November 12, 2009
10:30am – 11:30am
Playdate is held at The Health Adventure's Creative Playspace on Thursdays every month in an enclosed and safe discovery zone for children ages 3-5.
Hands-on take-away activities led by a staff facilitator make these play dates enriching for children and adults alike.
10:30am – 11:30am
Playdate is held at The Health Adventure's Creative Playspace on Thursdays every month in an enclosed and safe discovery zone for children ages 3-5.
Hands-on take-away activities led by a staff facilitator make these play dates enriching for children and adults alike.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Earth Fare West Asheville ~ Pasta Night in November
Mark your calendar for EVERY WEDNESDAY for this family fun event!!!!!
Pasta Night
Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: West Asheville Earth Fare
Admission: $7.99 for Adults; $3.99 for Kids
Join Us By The Café Every Wednesday 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!
Pasta Night
Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: West Asheville Earth Fare
Admission: $7.99 for Adults; $3.99 for Kids
Join Us By The Café Every Wednesday 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!
The Health Adventure ~ Origami Folding Frenzy
November 11, 2009
Join us 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.
Join us 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.
Mom's Morning Out ~ The Hop on Merrimon Avenue.
Every Wednesday from 11-12pm is Mom's Morning Out! Parents enjoy 1/2 off coffees and teas and all other items are 10% off!
Tuesday, November 10, 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!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
The Health Adventure ~ Super Science Saturday
Grossology Detectives
November 7, 2009
12pm – 2pm
It's a real whodunit! Learn some of the techniques used by real forensic scientists. Discover the science of blood typing--is our culprit AB or O? Examine hair, fibers, and other evidence under a microscope to help solve the crime! This Super Science Saturday program is presented as a special collaboration with chemistry students from Clemson University. Grossology Detectives is part of our Super Science Saturdays program series featuring activities based on the current traveling exhibit and aimed at families with children pre-school age and above.
November 7, 2009
12pm – 2pm
It's a real whodunit! Learn some of the techniques used by real forensic scientists. Discover the science of blood typing--is our culprit AB or O? Examine hair, fibers, and other evidence under a microscope to help solve the crime! This Super Science Saturday program is presented as a special collaboration with chemistry students from Clemson University. Grossology Detectives is part of our Super Science Saturdays program series featuring activities based on the current traveling exhibit and aimed at families with children pre-school age and above.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Every Friday at The Hop on Merrimon Avenue,
Mark on your calendars for every Friday!!!!!!!!!
Every Friday from 7-9pm the Jolly Balloon Smiths provide entertainment for all ages!
Every Friday from 7-9pm the Jolly Balloon Smiths provide entertainment for all ages!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
THE HEALTH ADVENTURE HONORS SERVICE TO AMERICA
THE HEALTH ADVENTURE HONORS SERVICE TO AMERICA AND CELEBRATES THE WONDERS OF PHYSICS
The Health Adventure will show appreciation to members of the Armed Services by offering free admission to military families on Wednesday, November 11. The museum will also host a Wonder of Physics show at 11:00 that morning, presented by the University of Wisconsin.
United States veterans, active duty military personnel, guard and reservists, and their immediate families will receive free admission as part of a special promotion presented by 99.9 Kiss Country. The station’s morning show hosts, Eddie Foxx and Sharon Green, will be on hand at the museum to greet guests.
“We are grateful to the servicemen and women of our country,” said Paige Dickens, President and CEO. “Our hope is that those military families in our area can come to the museum to enjoy a day of fun and learning together.”
Also on November 11, The Health Adventure will host the Wonders of Physics show. Created and presented by the University of Wisconsin Department of Physics, the program helps people better understand the physics in the world around them by presenting it in a fun, engaging way. Demonstrations cover the six main areas of classical physics—Motion, Heat, Sound, Electricity, Magnetism, and Light—and encourage audience participation. Wonders of Physics is made possible by grants from the Office of Fusion Energy Sciences of the United States Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation.The show begins at 11:00 a.m. and is free with museum admission.
For more information call (828) 254-6373 or visit www.thehealthadventure.org.
The Health Adventure will show appreciation to members of the Armed Services by offering free admission to military families on Wednesday, November 11. The museum will also host a Wonder of Physics show at 11:00 that morning, presented by the University of Wisconsin.
United States veterans, active duty military personnel, guard and reservists, and their immediate families will receive free admission as part of a special promotion presented by 99.9 Kiss Country. The station’s morning show hosts, Eddie Foxx and Sharon Green, will be on hand at the museum to greet guests.
“We are grateful to the servicemen and women of our country,” said Paige Dickens, President and CEO. “Our hope is that those military families in our area can come to the museum to enjoy a day of fun and learning together.”
Also on November 11, The Health Adventure will host the Wonders of Physics show. Created and presented by the University of Wisconsin Department of Physics, the program helps people better understand the physics in the world around them by presenting it in a fun, engaging way. Demonstrations cover the six main areas of classical physics—Motion, Heat, Sound, Electricity, Magnetism, and Light—and encourage audience participation. Wonders of Physics is made possible by grants from the Office of Fusion Energy Sciences of the United States Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation.The show begins at 11:00 a.m. and is free with museum admission.
For more information call (828) 254-6373 or visit www.thehealthadventure.org.
The Health Adventure ~ Preschool Play Date
November 5, 2009
10:30am – 11:30am
Playdate is held at The Health Adventure's Creative Playspace on Thursdays every month in an enclosed and safe discovery zone for children ages 3-5.
Hands-on take-away activities led by a staff facilitator make these play dates enriching for children and adults alike.
10:30am – 11:30am
Playdate is held at The Health Adventure's Creative Playspace on Thursdays every month in an enclosed and safe discovery zone for children ages 3-5.
Hands-on take-away activities led by a staff facilitator make these play dates enriching for children and adults alike.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
The North Carolina Arboretum ~ Wee Naturalists
I found this great information on the Arboretum's website.
Join us for a wee-adventure at the Arboretum! Every lesson includes age-appropriate activities for ages 3 to 5 (2 year olds are also welcome) such as nature walks, garden exploration, stories, crafts and visits from our classroom animals.
Cost: $6.00 for each child over age 2 (additional craft fees may apply). Younger siblings and adults are free of charge. A "Wee Card" can be purchased at a cost of $20.00 and is good for 4 visits.
Prior registration is not required. Programs begin in Classroom 3 at the Education Center on most Tuesdays October through May. Participants are welcome to come as early as 9:30 am to explore the classroom and engage in self-led activities. The formal program begins at 10:00 am and runs until 11:00 am. A parent or guardian is required to attend the full duration of the program. All participants should be dressed for an outdoor program. For more information contact Jonathan Marchal, Youth Education Coordinator, at jmarchal@ncarboretum.org or (828) 665-2492 ext. 228.
Winter Sleepers - November 10, 2009
There's a chill in the air and the leaves have fallen from the trees, which means animals need to prepare for the winter. Join us as we talk about local wild animals that sleep all winter long. We'll head outside to see places that make an ideal den for animals from flying squirrels to black bears, and what foods animals can find in our woodlands to prepare for their long nap.
Wild about Turkeys! - November 17, 2009
This time of year one bird in particular tends to get a lot of attention. Join us as we explore the wonders of wild turkeys - what they eat, how they live, and what those crazy sounds they make are all about. Children will make a craft using real turkey feathers.
November 24 - No Wee Naturalist, Back in December!
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Asheville Arts Center ~ Jungle Book
A quick update about yesterday.
Lil O was shy and nervous and didn't want to join in on the fun. It was great how they saw that and came to get her. I knew she would love it once getting over the OMG my mother just left me ALONE phase.
I was right. After the hour was up, I went in the room and she was smiling.
She cannot wait until Wednesday to practice again. She is counting down the days!
Sorry no pics, I will try to get some on Wednesday.
Lil O was shy and nervous and didn't want to join in on the fun. It was great how they saw that and came to get her. I knew she would love it once getting over the OMG my mother just left me ALONE phase.
I was right. After the hour was up, I went in the room and she was smiling.
She cannot wait until Wednesday to practice again. She is counting down the days!
Sorry no pics, I will try to get some on Wednesday.
Local Libraries offer Free FUN!
Storytimes at Pack Library will not be offered for the duration of our library renovation project. Contact Pack Library to check the status of our services or please visit one of the other 11 branch libraries in the county.
Story Time at the library focuses on early literacy as it helps children develop a joy for learning language and enjoying books. We have Storytimes for every age group:
* School-age story times are for 5 to 7 year olds
* Preschool story times are geared towards 3-5 year-olds and include singing, stretchers, and creative activities.
* Toddler Times are interactive story times for children ages 18 months to 3 years.
* Mother Goose Time is a lively language enrichment story time serving our youngest folks--the 4 month-old to 18 month-old set.
Many libraries can accommodate groups or school field trips if arrangements are made in advance. West Asheville Library provides Spanish Story Times on request. Call any library for more information on the children’s programs available or email library@buncombecounty.org.
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)
Thursdays
North Asheville 3:15pm
Preschool Story Times (for 3 to 5 year olds)
Tuesdays
Weaverville 11:15am
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
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)
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
Swannanoa 10:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am (1st Thursday of the Month)
Mother Goose Time
- for 4 to 18 month olds
Mondays
West Asheville 11:00 am
Tuesdays
Fairview 10:30 am
Wednesdays
Swannanoa 11:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am
Thursdays
Oakley 11:00 am
Enka-Candler 11:30 am
Story Time at the library focuses on early literacy as it helps children develop a joy for learning language and enjoying books. We have Storytimes for every age group:
* School-age story times are for 5 to 7 year olds
* Preschool story times are geared towards 3-5 year-olds and include singing, stretchers, and creative activities.
* Toddler Times are interactive story times for children ages 18 months to 3 years.
* Mother Goose Time is a lively language enrichment story time serving our youngest folks--the 4 month-old to 18 month-old set.
Many libraries can accommodate groups or school field trips if arrangements are made in advance. West Asheville Library provides Spanish Story Times on request. Call any library for more information on the children’s programs available or email library@buncombecounty.org.
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)
Thursdays
North Asheville 3:15pm
Preschool Story Times (for 3 to 5 year olds)
Tuesdays
Weaverville 11:15am
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
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)
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
Swannanoa 10:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am (1st Thursday of the Month)
Mother Goose Time
- for 4 to 18 month olds
Mondays
West Asheville 11:00 am
Tuesdays
Fairview 10:30 am
Wednesdays
Swannanoa 11:00 am
Weaverville 11:00 am
Thursdays
Oakley 11:00 am
Enka-Candler 11:30 am
YWCA MotherLove Giving Tree
Where: YWCA of Asheville, 185 S. French Broad Ave.
When: November 11 – December 14
Details:
The YWCA of Asheville’s Annual MotherLove Giving Tree will be on display in the lobby of the YWCA at 185 S. French Broad Avenue starting on November 11. The Giving Tree is made of stars, each bearing wishes from a local teen mother. The public is invited to come to the YWCA and pick out a star to help make someone’s holiday brighter by providing gifts for them and their children. The purpose of the Giving Tree is to assist with the holiday expenses of teen mothers in the YWCA MotherLove program.
For more information, call Tangela Ballard Bowman at 254-7206 x 116 or visit the YWCA website, www.ywcaofasheville.org.
The YWCA MotherLove program is a mentoring program for pregnant and parenting teens. Participating teens are paired with a trained adult mentor who provides support, guidance, friendship and teaches parenting skills.
The mission of the YWCA is eliminating racism and empowering women.
When: November 11 – December 14
Details:
The YWCA of Asheville’s Annual MotherLove Giving Tree will be on display in the lobby of the YWCA at 185 S. French Broad Avenue starting on November 11. The Giving Tree is made of stars, each bearing wishes from a local teen mother. The public is invited to come to the YWCA and pick out a star to help make someone’s holiday brighter by providing gifts for them and their children. The purpose of the Giving Tree is to assist with the holiday expenses of teen mothers in the YWCA MotherLove program.
For more information, call Tangela Ballard Bowman at 254-7206 x 116 or visit the YWCA website, www.ywcaofasheville.org.
The YWCA MotherLove program is a mentoring program for pregnant and parenting teens. Participating teens are paired with a trained adult mentor who provides support, guidance, friendship and teaches parenting skills.
The mission of the YWCA is eliminating racism and empowering women.
Hands on Asheville-Buncombe, a United Way Program for November 2009
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.
Project Date & Time: 11/24 (Tuesday) 6:00pm- 8:00pm
Requirements: 5-20 needed; ages 16+ welcome (5-15 with adult supervision)
Visit www.handsonasheville.org to sign up.
MANNA Packs for Kids (MANNA Food Bank)
The MANNA Packs for Kids Program gives students from low-income families food to take home over the weekend. School counselors identify the students in need and discreetly place the bags of food into their backpacks. Volunteers participate by packing food items into backpack-sized parcels that are distributed to local schools.
Project Date & Time: 11/19 (Thursday); 6:00-8:00pm
Requirements: 5-12 needed; ages 16+ welcome (5-15 with adult supervision)
Visit www.handsonasheville.org to sign up
Kids Care: 4-6 year olds (Hands On Asheville-Buncombe)
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. In November, kids will make gift bags to be distributed to elderly homebound served by Meals On Wheels. Teaching moment and snacks will be provided. This project is geared towards 4-6 year olds. ***Adult volunteers not needed unless bringing youth participants.
Project Date & Time: 11/21 (Saturday); 10:30am-12:00pm
Requirements: 5-20 needed; This project is geared towards 7-12 year olds
Visit the Hands On website 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! This month kids will be packing & sorting food items at MANNA Foodbank. 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: 11/14 (Saturday); 10:00-11:30am
Requirements: 5-20 needed; This project is geared towards 7-12 year olds
Visit the Hands On website to sign up.
DraftStoppers: Portable Project (Hands On Asheville-Buncombe)
Asheville-Buncombe invites you to help keep someone's home warm this winter by helping make "draft stoppers" at home! Finished draft-stoppers will be distributed to individuals and families served by Meals On Wheels, Community Action Opportunities, and Council on Aging. This is a great kid-friendly project to do with friends or family members. Since this project is done from home, volunteers should have prior experience with sewing and will need to provide their own materials. After you log in to the project (link above), please click on the "have agency contact me" link and we will email you instructions so you can help from home.
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!
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!
Monday, November 2, 2009
Asheville Arts Center ~ Jungle Book
I am excited to announce that the Children's Theater Workshop starts today for Jungle Book at the Asheville Arts Center!!!!
We were graciously offered a class for one of the kids so I could review it for you!
Lil O is excited about starting today on the Jungle Book. I will post a few pictures and tell you how Day #1 went later today!
Thank you Asheville Arts Center!
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