Pete the Cat Character Storytime at Barnes & Noble in the Asheville Mall. “Join us in welcoming Pete the Cat to Asheville! He’ll be with us at 10AM for a very groovy storytime. We’ll be reading some of Pete’s favorite stories and have special arts and crafts! Hang out afterwards for our regularly scheduled storytime, as well!” FREE!
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Cuddle with an Alpaca
When searching for a family activity near Maggie Valley, NC – look no further! At Sugg Plantation & Alpaca Farm, kids of all ages will enjoy an up-close, hands-on farm experience with our alpacas. Come find out what farm life is all about!
Our farm is open to the public certain days of the year and space is limited. Reserve your ticket by purchasing below.
If you are unable to purchase your tickets online, please confirm your ticket by making a reservation below, and you may purchase your tickets at the farm the day of the event.
If you have a large party request (school or summer camp group), please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you.
Get your tickets here:
Rate: $10 (3yrs and under are FREE)
Duration: 1 hour
Highlights: We’ll include a short lesson on alpacas, then everyone will get a chance to feed the animals, ask questions and take photos.
Restrooms: No
What to Bring: Covered-toed shoes are best. Wear clothing appropriate for weather conditions and active farm site. Bug spray.
No Dogs or other animals are permitted. No smoking.
If the kids want to play in the creek, you may want to consider bringing water shoes and a towel.
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U-Pick Blackberries and Black Raspberries
- June, 19
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The Great North Carolina Vegan Barbecue Cookoff
2nd Annual Great North Carolina Vegan Barbecue Cookoff (hosted by Mountain Vegans Meetup Group, Your Vegan Mentor, and THE BLOCK off biltmore) to benefit Animal Haven of Asheville. Sponsored by local plant meat manufacturer No Evil Foods, who will be supplying prizes for the winners! Also sponsored by The Hop Ice Cream Cafe, purveyors of a wide variety of vegan ice creams, who will be supplying prizes as well! Thank you also to Roots Hummus and Sanctuary Brewing Company who have joined in as sponsors! Come one y’all. We’ve got some good
prizes this year!
- June, 18
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Dads Eat FREE
Bring Dad in for dinner and his meal is free. (*must make reservation on our website)! Happy Father’s Day!
- June, 16
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Punk Rock Hot Dog ~ Challenge
So, who remembers Punk Rock Hot Dogs? Did you attend the original pop-ups at the old Clingman Cafe back in the day! It was one time that Stu Helm got in the kitchen and cooked for the folks! It was super fun and he really enjoyed coming up with crazy combos for toppings. The buns were from Geraldine’s Bakery and we even had coloring pages and a contest every week! Plus punk rock music.
Well, Shay Brown Events and I are bringing Punk Rock Hot Dogs back for ONE DAY ONLY at The Asheville Masonic Temple on July 13, 2019! It’s a Saturday, so mark it on your calendars, please come on by! We will be releasing more deets as event day approaches! After All, this is another Stu Helm: Food Fan Challenge …
Who Will Be The Competitors? Well, only about 12 of the most Creative Chefs In Asheville…
What will the concept of the Challenge Be? Who can make the most interesting and delicious Punk Rock Hot Dog in Asheville… We can wait to see what these Chefs come up with for the toppings!
Details for the Event:
Doors Open: 11:30 am – 3:30 pm
Fundraiser For the Restoration of the Masonic Temple Theater Backdrops
Cost of Dogs: Pre Order $3.00 per Dog or (6) Dogs for $15.00 ~ Day of Dogs will be $5.00 and Single Purchase Only Or Till We Run Out.
We are pre-selling this Hot Dogs for this event! We want to ensure those that support our Challenges can pre-order their Punk Rock Hot Dogs and you can pick up any time you arrive; however, this event is also open to the public and we will prepare a certain number of Hot Dogs outside the pre-sell orders for purchase! But you all know with our past Challenges we tend to sell out and these will go quick… So reserve your tickets today with a pre-sell order, this ensures your Dogs are ready and available for you to pick up and enjoy.
What we have in store for you this day will be a fun & festive event and here is a little teaser…
Local Brews
Local Chips and Sweets
Bounce House for the Kiddo’s
Music
and who knows what we will add to this event…
Stay tuned for the Competitors as we Announce them over on Stu Helm: Food Fan Facebook Page!
Sponsors for this Event Are:
WPVM 103.7 Community radio featuring the arts & culture of Asheville.
We are excited to see you at this event and if you have any questions please send an email to shay@shaybrownevents.com…
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Lake Julian Park BioBlitz
Buncombe County Recreation Services is hosting a BioBlitz at Lake Julian Park in support of the Parks for Pollinators campaign. During the BioBlitz, community members create a snapshot of the variety of wildlife that can be found around the park using an app called iNaturalist to take pictures of plants, insects, and animals to see what wildlife is present in the park during regular hours (8:00 a.m. until dusk) and provide us with more information about pollinators, which are essential to our ecosystem.
Audience: All ages
Cost: Free
Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/parks-for-pollinators-bioblitz-tickets-61099165248
- June, 15
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Rascals Running Wild-Mommy & Toddler Meetup
Come out to “rascals running wild” mommy/toddler meetup! Let’s let the kiddos get out their energy by making new friends and exploring the adjacent field by Homewood castle. We will start off with a “meet and greet” inside and child-led playtime before walking next door to the park.
*As always younger kiddos are always welcome to join the fun!
- June, 15
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Appalachian Folkways Series
Join us in celebration of the craft and skill of the Southern Appalachian mountains. Sit a spell on the porch of our commissary just as it was in 1902, or maybe throw some horseshoes in the shade of the King House as you listen to the gentle strum of the banjo. Stroll down to the garden and touch the plants that provide food and medicine. Watch as local crafts people extract dyes from our local plants for their wool to be used on our traditional loom.
During our Appalachian Folkways Series events, Cradle of Forestry guests can visit with local crafters across a wide range of skills. From fiber arts to blacksmithing, visitors will have the chance to spend time with local practitioners of the crafts that have been a part of life in these mountains for generations.
It’s a time to connect with the Appalachian way of life, and for many, a chance to rekindle memories of a time when folks lived more in sync with the rhythms and resources of the natural world around them. It’s a day where our visitors can take a step back in time and interact with a variety a traditional crafters while old-time Appalachian tunes echo through the mountain air.
Learn more at https://
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RV Festival
Come out to the dealership for some summer fun at our RV Festival and get the lowest prices on RVs along with anything you need for the camping season!
Bring the whole family for a day filled with:
✔️ Live Music from the Boudro Band
✔️ Food Trucks
✔️ Face Painting
✔️ Balloon Artist
Don’t miss out on a day filled with good times and great deals!
Plus, The Blood Connection will be on-site hosting a blood drive!
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