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Dolly Parton’s Birthday Party!

Dolly Parton turns 74 on Sunday, January 19, 2020!

Join Buncombe Partnership for Children and The Hop Ice Cream Cafe to celebrate her legacy at The Hop on Merrimon. A portion of proceeds from ice cream sales will support BPFC.

All ages are welcome, and Dolly dress-up is highly encouraged! The best Dollys (by age group) will go home with a special prize.

Children under age 5 can be registered for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at the event. Registered kids receive a free book each month until they turn 5 with the support of donors like The Hop.

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Cherokee Siege on Davidson’s Fort

King George III in the of treaty 1763 gave the Cherokee a boundary. When the colonists migrated to the west grants were given out on which Samuel Davidson without a survey built his homestead on a part of the land that was given rights to the Cherokee’s. The young chief requested that the colonists leave and they refused which contributed to the raid upon the fort. Come out and see the history reenacted of the siege. Age 13 and older $5.00 and under free.

  • January, 15
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Sensory-Friendly Time

First Tuesday of Every Month, During the First Hour of the Day (verify the tie of this event in case the mall changes their hours)

Sensory-Friendly Time at all Build-A-Bear Workshop locations. “Build-A-Bear Workshop means fun for everyone! We’re proud to support children with autism and other special needs by providing sensory-friendly events at all Workshop locations. Sensory-Friendly Tuesdays are designed to provide a less-stimulating Workshop experience that’s still fun-filled and unforgettable. Our Bear Builders are here to make sure each Guest goes through the Build-A-Bear experience in a way that’s comfortable for them.”

SENSORY-FRIENDLY EVENT DETAILS:

👉 Dimmer lighting

👉 Little to no music playing in the store

👉 A step-by-step informational guide that allows parents/guardians to plan their Workshop experience in advance. (Download it HERE: https://www.buildabear.com/…/SensoryFriendlyEvent_Flyer_Map…

👉 All ages and siblings welcome

(Build-A-Bear Workshop)

  • January, 15
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Star Gazing Event

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Australian Wildlife Fundraiser – Mommy & Me Koala Love

We love our animals, and our animal lovers and our hearts are breaking over the destruction of life and habitat in Australia right now.

We invite you to come ‘Paint It Forward,’ and help us play a small part in the recovery and treatment of Australia’s greatest treasures.

$10 from every ticket purchased will be forwarded to the Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors emergency fund, where over 90,000 animals have been treated.

This can be done as a Parent & Me class (purchase 2 tickets) or on a singular canvas (purchase one ticket).

Please arrive 15 minutes early to get signed in and find your seat. You are welcome to bring any food, snacks or non-alcoholic beverages with you to class!

Contact Info | 828-333-3243 | asheville@wineanddesign.com

  • January, 11
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Dine Out for Forest Schools

Join us at Chipotle Mexican Grill to support The Forest School Foundation and Asheville’s premiere all-outdoor preschool and kindergarten, the Growing Wild Forest School.

Make sure to tell the cashier you’re supporting #forestschools to ensure that 33% of the proceeds will be donated to our organization’s mission of nature connection and education for the next generation.

Please note: Online orders will not be included in the fundraiser total. Only in-restaurant purchases will be counted in the fundraiser. Gift card purchases during fundraisers do not count towards total donated sales, but purchases made with an existing gift card will count.

  • January, 11
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Aerial Kids Parents Night Out! (5-12yrs)

Friday, January 17th from 6:15pm-8:00pm

This event provides a fun and exciting introduction to circus arts for kids age 5-12 while giving parents a well-deserved break. The time will be divided between 60 minutes of class followed by 45 minutes of aerial playtime. Students will develop better body awareness, coordination, strength, flexibility, and self esteem in a fun, safe, and supportive movement environment. Class will start with a floor based warm up, followed by learning new movements on both the ground and in the air on aerial apparatuses. The last part of class will be supervised playtime for students to have fun and explore on both the ground and in the air. All levels welcome, no experience required.

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It’s SNOW much fun: Winter Enrollment Open House!

It’s time to enroll for our winter/spring session at The Little Gym! Come experience all the fun of The Little Gym with your kiddos! There will be lots of activities in the gym, crafts, legos, story time and even a snack-tivity! From 5:00-6:00, we’d like to invite children under 3 years old. And from 6:00-8:00, children over 3 and up to age 12. Join us for the fun and your child could be rolling, flipping and making new friends as early as January 13th!

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Open House

Have you been curious about Kids Garden?

It’s time to come explore our space! We’re opening our creative arts drop-in learning center to any families who want to come see what we’re all about! Our teachers will be here, ready to answer any questions you may have. Bring the kids too so they can practice yoga with Ms. Shelby at 4, play on the play-set, and even get their face painted with our favorite face painter!

New Families who purchase a membership will have their registration fee ($25 value) waived! Come join the KG Family!

  • January, 8
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DIY Family Crafting Day

Do you enjoy drawing, painting, quilting, or felting? Do you like to decoupage or knit? Drop in anytime between 11 and 3 to work on your unfinished project or start a new one.

A variety of art supplies will be on hand. Plus, you can browse the wide selection of art books at the library!

Ages 5 and up.

**If the library is closed due to weather on the 11th, we will host the event on January 18th.**

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all-day WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE LIBRARIE... @ Local Libraries
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE LIBRARIE... @ Local Libraries
May 14 all-day
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Discover a 10-acre Sanctuary Ded... @ The Botanical Gardens at Asheville
May 14 @ 7:00 am – 7:30 pm
Discover a 10-acre Sanctuary Dedicated to Native Plants of the Region @ The Botanical Gardens at Asheville | Asheville | North Carolina | United States
Open Daily, 7:00pm-7:30pm, year round The Asheville Botanical Gardens are an independent non-profit organization housing a collection of plants native...
7:00 am Hendersonville Outdoor Skate Park @ Patton Park across from Patton Pool
Hendersonville Outdoor Skate Park @ Patton Park across from Patton Pool
May 14 @ 7:00 am – 11:00 pm
Hendersonville Outdoor Skate Park @ Patton Park across from Patton Pool
The City of Hendersonville’s Skate Park is located in Patton Park across from Patton Pool. The skate park is open...
7:00 am SET OUT ON A KID FRIENDLY TRAIL ... @ on a Kids in Parks TRACK Trail
SET OUT ON A KID FRIENDLY TRAIL ... @ on a Kids in Parks TRACK Trail
May 14 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
SET OUT ON A KID FRIENDLY TRAIL AND EARN PRIZES! FREE! @ on a Kids in Parks TRACK Trail
If you haven’t heard of Kids in Parks or TRACK Trails yet, you’ve been missing out! TRACK Trails is a...
7:00 am YOUR GUIDE TO ASHEVILLE AREA PLA... @ All around Asheville and the surrounding area
YOUR GUIDE TO ASHEVILLE AREA PLA... @ All around Asheville and the surrounding area
May 14 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
YOUR GUIDE TO ASHEVILLE AREA PLAYGROUNDS (Indoors & Outdoors!) @ All around Asheville and the surrounding area
Our comprehensive guide to Asheville Area Playgrounds is your ultimate resource for recreation in Asheville with kids! Indoor playgrounds, as well...
7:30 am Visit the Historical Home of an ... @ Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
Visit the Historical Home of an ... @ Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
May 14 @ 7:30 am – 7:30 pm
Visit the Historical Home of an American Poet, Writer, Historian, Biographer of Abraham Lincoln, and Social Activist @ Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site | Flat Rock | North Carolina | United States
Visitors may only tour the Sandburg Home on a guided tour. Sandburg Home Tours (As of April 2022, tours of the...
8:00 am Cultivate Connections with Nature @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Cultivate Connections with Nature @ The North Carolina Arboretum
May 14 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Cultivate Connections with Nature @ The North Carolina Arboretum | Asheville | North Carolina | United States
Nestled in the Southern Appalachian Mountains just south of Asheville, The North Carolina Arboretum offers acres of cultivated gardens and...
8:00 am Honor a Farming Legacy @ Historic Johnson Farm
Honor a Farming Legacy @ Historic Johnson Farm
May 14 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Honor a Farming Legacy @ Historic Johnson Farm | Hendersonville | North Carolina | United States
Summer Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm TOURS: 10:30am We offer personalized tours of the 1876 farm house and a number of buildings...
8:00 am MANNA FoodBank – Public Food Pan... @ all across the region
MANNA FoodBank – Public Food Pan... @ all across the region
May 14 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
MANNA FoodBank - Public Food Pantries and Meal Sites @ all across the region
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8:00 am OUR FAVORITE SELF GUIDED TOURS @ all over the area
OUR FAVORITE SELF GUIDED TOURS @ all over the area
May 14 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
OUR FAVORITE SELF GUIDED TOURS @ all over the area
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