Wednesdays, May 7th-21st
Let your little ones bum off energy and develop essential skillseith our toddler gym games. Our safe and engaging activities are designed to keep your child entertained and active.
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Trailside Farmers Market at the Yard
Join us every Thursday evenings from March 20th on the equinox through October at our vibrant farmers market from 4-7 PM!
Experience fresh, local produce and handcrafted goods from passionate growers and farmers — the backbone of our community. Enjoy live music, locally roasted coffee, ice cream, a dedicated kids area, and ice-cold beer. Our current vendor list is fire, and we’re still accepting applications.
Come for the goods, stay for the vibe! See you there, friends and neighbors!
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Family Folk Dance
3rd Sundays of each month Sept-May
Welcome to the Asheville Area Family Folk Dance! Come enjoy a tradition of community dance and live music handed down from generation to generation! A dance leader will teach each dance in a way anyone can understand, and the live open band will have your toes tapping no matter what! These simple dances are a good intro for adults and children to traditional social dance such as contra, squares, circles, play-party games, and other formations. We will draw from the American folk tradition as well as a few international favorites. Expect an atmosphere of laughter, encouragement, and connection!
All ages are welcome, no experience necessary. Children must be accompanied by an adult, but adults need not be accompanied by a child.
More details and tips:
- Admission is free; donations appreciated but not expected. This event is sponsored by the Old Farmer’s Ball and is run by volunteers.
- Bring a friend! Your child will have even more fun if they have a buddy whom they already know.
- We suggest comfortable casual clothing and closed-toed supportive shoes with a slick sole (as opposed to good tread).
- Please bring a water bottle!
- Please help this intergenerational community stay healthy by staying home if you’re sick.
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Family Music & Crafts
FAMILY MUSIC & PIPE CLEANER CRAFTS AT THE TEN ACRE GARDEN!
All ages welcome (children must be with a guardian)
JOIN BECCA WITH STUDIO BLYNNE FOR A MAGICAL DAY OF CREATIVITY & MUSIC!
- Sing-alongs with live family-favorite tunes
- Bubble-wand dance party—twirl, spin & boogie in a sea of bubbles!
- Craft your own headpiece—create fun animal ears or a unique crown!
- Design your own bubble wand—then test it out with giant, floating bubbles!
MAKE A DAY OF IT!
- Farm-to-oven pizzas available from 12 PM – 6 PM
- Hand-tossed & fired in our wood-fired pizza oven—made with fresh farm ingredients!
- Wander the fields & pick fresh strawberries and wildflowers
- Enjoy breathtaking mountain views and a family-friendly atmosphere
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Flowers For Mom Workshop
This class offers a creative, hands-on experience perfect for all skill levels! Participants will decorate terracotta pots using vibrant paints to transform each one into a heartfelt gift just in time for Mother’s Day. Feel free to get creative with your design! Everyone will get seeds to take home with them to plant in the pot once the paint is dry, creating a thoughtful and lasting token of appreciation for Mother’s Day.
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Easter Family Night
Join us for a fun-filled evening at Easter Family Night! Enjoy egg hunts, concessions, prizes, and activities for the whole family. Don’t miss out on this exciting event-see you there!
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Mornings with Mrs. Martha
Tuesdays from 9:30am – 11:00am (Check their Facebook for updates or cancellations)
Bring your kids and enjoy time in our warm playground, games and activities!
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Free Movie Fridays Outdoor Movie
We’re excited to team up with MyRutherfordton to bring you Free Movie Fridays this summer!
Get ready for a season of FREE outdoor movies at two fantastic spots— Forest City Pavilion On Park Square – POPS and Kiwanis Park in Rutherfordton.
Gather your family and friends and enjoy movie nights under the stars! Bring your blankets, chairs, and your love for movies!
FREE ADMISSION
Here’s the 2025 schedule (all movies begin at Dusk):
- April 25 – Mufasa (POPS, Forest City)
- May 9 – Moana 2 (Kiwanis Park, Rutherfordton)
- May 30 – Despicable Me 4 (POPS, Forest City)
- June 20 – Soul (Kiwanis Park, Rutherfordton)
- June 27 – Inside Out 2 (POPS, Forest City)
- July 11 – Captain America (Kiwanis Park, Rutherfordton)
- July 25 – Elf (POPS, Forest City)
- August 8 – Legend of Ochi (Kiwanis Park, Rutherfordton)
- August 22 – Shrek (POPS, Forest City)
Forest City Pavilion on the Square is at 153 Park Square, Forest City, NC
Kiwanis Park is at 128 Green Street, Rutherfordton NC
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Makers Market
Help us kick off the start of our market season on March 16th! Now more than ever, local artists in WNC need your SUPPORT!
Shop a variety of local artwork/plants/crafts, sip your favorite craft beverage from Sideways Farm and Brewery, delight your tastebuds with a variety of food options, groove to some great music, and enjoy our acreage.
What makes ours different? Location, space for kids to play (including our NEW Kids Corner area), the farm (pick your own flowers after you shop), Bee 101 class from David at Bee Masters, etc.
Vendors, LIVE music, and food!
Recurs the 3rd Sunday of every month 12-4 PM (unless otherwise stated)
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Teen Zone Kickback (Ages: 12-15)
Fridays | 7/11 & 8/15
Registration required
Offering a safe zone for teens to be teens. Hang out, socialize, play basketball, friendly video game competition, and more. Snacks available for purchase.
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