The fun and games are back outside! From March through May, the Community Outreach and Recreation Experiences (CORE) programming will take place at Grovemont Park in Swannanoa each Tuesday, 3-5 p.m.
Join Caitlin and Frank for an afternoon of activities and play!
The CORE program is free, and no registration is required.
The chilly weather keeps returning, so we’ve decided to keep ourselves warm and cozy as we celebrate the last of the winter season. Join us at Lake Julian for hot chocolate, s’mores, crafts, games, and more. Plus, Buncombe County Libraries will gather ’round the fire to read some Carolina folklore.
The event is FREE, and no registration is required.
Come and celebrate the joy of reading with fun and engaging literacy activities and treats! Geared for students in Grades PreK-5th and everyone is welcome.
Calling all parents! Bring your family to Asheville’s annual Climb event where you can spend time connecting with other families, share stories, find support, and have a little fun. This is a FREE event, hosted by Postpartum Support International and WNC Perinatal Emotional Health Network.
New this year, The Littlest Birds will teach a babywearing workshop. Then local mom, dancer, and physical therapist Laura Scott will lead a babywearing dance class! Wear your baby or bring your toddler while you groove to some music in a comfortable, indoor space. No experience or dance skills are necessary- this is just for fun! Moms, dads, and all caregivers are welcome!
* Please bring any carrier of your choice for the dance class. If you do not own a carrier and cannot borrow one- we will try to have some extras on hand!
For older siblings, there will be face painting, a bouncy house, and a playground. All ages are welcome!
The gathering will close with a short community walk to promote awareness about perinatal mental health. Survivors of postpartum mood disorders and local perinatal care providers are also encouraged to join!
This event is organized by the local affiliate of Postpartum Support International, a non-profit that provides peer support and education to help new parents. The Climb community walk happens throughout the US to create connections and raise awareness for perinatal mood disorders.
This festival will be a vibrant tribute to Asheville’s rich history, arts, and culture, showcasing an eclectic mix of performances, trail tours, and community-driven activities. From the city’s storied past as a turn-of-the-century boomtown to its current status as a hub of creativity and innovation, the festival aims to celebrate and preserve the unique heritage that makes Asheville a beloved destination. This year, we are commemorating the 100th anniversaries of the Jackson Building, J.A. Wilson Building, and Battery Park Hotel; The 105th anniversary of the Basilica of St. Lawrence & Mount Zion Baptist, as well as the 115th anniversary of the Legal Building. Boomtown FestAVL will immerse attendees in the rich narrative of a city that has continually evolved while honoring its roots.
The festival will bring together an array of artists, musicians, and storytellers, creating an immersive experience that highlights the city’s diverse cultural tapestry. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic lineup of main stage performances, interactive workshops, heritage exhibits, and trail tours that highlight Asheville’s architectural marvels, pioneering figures, and stories of resilience. Join us for an unforgettable celebration that bridges the past and present, fostering a deeper connection to Asheville’s vibrant legacy.
Our mission is to foster equitable community development through the celebration of local history, arts & culture and to revive sustainable ecosystems by promoting, preserving, perpetuating, and encouraging the arts, culture, and heritage of WNC through programs and other cultural, educational, civic, and economic activities that connect people throughout the region.
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Friday September 6, 2024 schedule:
FREE @ PACK SQUARE PARK:
FREE @ LEAF Global Arts:
$20 AFTER PARTY @eulogyavl:
FREE @ Pack Square Green
FREE @ Pack Square Terrace:
FREE TRAIL TOUR @ymiculturalcenter
FREE TRAIL TOUR @leafglobalarts:
AFTERPARTY @ eulogyavl ($15):
Join us for the third annual Bike Rodeo at Buncombe County Sports Park from 9 a.m. to noon. We’ll hand out free helmets to the first 100 kids ages 5-15. There will be bike races, a skills course, and demos; a fire safety trailer, storytime, a therapeutic mini horse, therapy dogs, and more!
Event Details:
Pumpkin Pedaller Schedule
Join Robert Beatty, the #1 best-selling author of the Serafina Series, as he celebrates the launch of his new book, SYLVIA DOE AND THE 100-YEAR FLOOD. This is the first-in-the-nation opportunity to get a copy of his exciting new mystery-adventure filled with the magic of the Blue Ridge Mountains — a full two days ahead of the official Oct. 8 national release date. This is a free, open house-style event. No ticket, reservation, or purchase is necessary to attend. A full array of activities is planned:
** In order to keep the signing line moving quickly for everyone, Mr. Beatty will not be signing Serafina and Willa books during this particular event.
ABOUT SYLVIA DOE AND THE 100-YEAR FLOOD
Sylvia Doe doesn’t have parents or other family. She doesn’t know where she was born or the people she came from. She doesn’t even know her real last name. Sylvia has lived at the Highground Home for Children for as long as she can remember. Whenever the administrators try to place her with a foster family, she runs away — back to Mason, Highground’s caretaker and her best friend. The only place she feels like she belongs is with him and the horses he has taught her to love.
When Hurricane Jessamine causes the remote mountain valley where she lives to flood, Sylvia must rescue her beloved horses. But she begins to encounter strange and wondrous things floating down the river. Glittering gemstones and wild animals that don’t belong — everything’s out of place. Then she spots an unconscious boy floating in the water. As she drags him onto the shore and their adventure together begins, Sylvia wonders who he is and where he came from. And why does she feel such a strong connection to this mysterious boy?
The award-winning author Kwame Alexander called the story, “Magical realism at its best!” Both Kirkus and Publishers Weekly awarded Sylvia Doe with a prestigious STARRED REVIEW. Kirkus said: “Adventurous and suspenseful, this story pairs environmental science content with a genre-blurring mystery. Field guide–style illustrations of the animals that Sylvia encounters on her journey add a valuable learning component that emphasizes the ecological themes present throughout the book. A page-turner that creatively explores resonant themes.”
ABOUT ROBERT BEATTY
Robert Beatty is the #1 New York Times best-selling author of the Serafina Series, the Willa Series, and Sylvia Doe — all published by Disney-Hyperion. Loved by young readers and adults alike, his books are being taught in over a thousand classrooms nationwide and have been translated into over 20 languages across the world. Over ONE MILLION of his books have been sold.
The award-winning Serafina Series is a spooky mystery-thriller about a brave and unusual cat-like girl who lives secretly in the basement of the grand Biltmore Estate, surrounded by the opulence of the Gilded Age and the rugged beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Serafina and the Black Cloak, the first book in the series, won the Southern Book Prize in 2016. All four books in the series became #1 New York Times bestsellers.
Beatty’s second project was the #1 New York Times best-selling Willa of the Wood Series, the story of a young forest girl with ancient magical powers who struggles for survival and understanding in the Great Smoky Mountains. The Willa books are in the early stages of being developed into a live action television series by Lionsgate.
Robert Beatty lives in the mountains of Asheville, North Carolina with his wife and three daughters, who help create and refine his stories. He writes full-time now, but in past lives, Mr. Beatty was one of the early pioneers of cloud computing, the founder/CEO of Plex Systems, the co-founder of Beatty Robotics, and the chairman/CTO of Narrative Magazine. In 2007, he was named an Entrepreneur of the Year.
On the inspiration for his writing, Robert said, “My books are inspired by my desire to write stories about heroic young girls for my three daughters.”