National Train Day Celebration in Hendersonville

In honor of National Train Day, make plans now to attend Hendersonville’s Apple Valley Model Railroad Club celebration of this event on Saturday, May 11, 2019 with an open house and many activities. The Club is located in the Southern Railroad Depot, corner of 7th Avenue and Maple Street in Hendersonville and will be open from 9am to 4pm on May 11. The club will be selling pizza, drinks and desserts. There is no admission charge but donations are greatly appreciated

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This will be a fun filled day for the entire family with many events, special guests (a real locomotive) and speakers to discuss railroading in North Carolina. There will be many trains running on both the inside and outside layouts. The N Scale club across the tracks will also be open this day.
The club features an indoor HO scale model railroad depicting towns in Western North Carolina and an outdoor G scale layout featuring lumber and gravel operations in the early 1900s that occurred in Western North Carolina. The club has Thomas and Emily trains for young children to operate and features an interactive display of railroad memorabilia.

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There is an ongoing model railroad under construction project visitors can view as well as an interactive 110 year old large scale steam locomotive. Other features and activities include:
A Blue Ridge Southern railroad locomotive and 2 man crew on location
Video cameras in our model trains show the engineer’s view on a closed circuit TV
– A switching layout to challenge your skills
– An operating interactive Morse code telegraph system
– Go on a scavenger hunt for items on our model railroads
– Videos of rail operations including a video of the 611 on the Saluda grade playing on our screen
– Visitors can also tour our real caboose.
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The Sandburg goats will be in a petting area along with Sandburg Home representatives to answer questions about the goats and the home.
Speakers will be giving short talks about local railroad history throughout the day. Topics include:
1 History of the Saluda grade
2 Wrecks that occurred on the Saluda grade
3 The railroad that runs in Hendersonville now
4 History of our depot & our club
5 Introduction to the Craggy Mountain Railroad in Asheville
Plan now to spend Saturday, May 11, 2019 at the Apple Valley Model Railroad Club from 9am to 4pm as we celebrate National Train Day.

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Festival of Heroes

Warriors, Wanderers, Wakandans, & Westerosi! It is our very great pleasure to announce the next Festival of Heroes & Goblin Market on Saturday, October 26th! Located at the Montford Park Players‘s beautiful outdoor Shakespearean amphitheater, this will be a wondrous day of skilled fighting and musical entertainment!

This fall Festival of Heroes will feature the Warriors of Ash and their marquee steel sword tournament, a live musical performance by Balkan & Turkish folk band Black Sea Beat Society, medieval battle and dancing with SCA Barony of Hawkwood, Finnish folk band Slack Bird, blessings by our very own SuperVixen Conversationalist, walk-on foam fighting with The Wandering Swordsmen and The Valley of Ashes, and sing-a-longs by the delightful Assemblage of Singing Folk!

We are also delighted to be joining forces with the Goblin Market to bring even more talented artisans, artists, and entertainers to display and offer their beautiful creations! Of course we will also have Fox Hill Meadery‘s finest on tap and delicious feasts provided by The Wooden Ladle several other area chefs!

This is a FREE and inclusive event that EVERYONE of all ages, from all lands, and in all themes are welcome at! It will be Rain or Shine!

Artisans, Artists, and Entertainers will be announced shortly. In the mean time, those interested in joining us are HIGHLY encouraged to register without delay!

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Scoundrels and knaves be warned- Curious Folk events are no place for hate; discrimination and offensive behavior & imagery of any kind will not be tolerated

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Asheville Spartan Kids Race

LOCATION : Grove Stone & Sand Co.

PARKING: 3151 N Fork Left Fork Black Mountain, NC 28711

IMPORTANT RACE DOCUMENTS : Spectator, Volunteer, and Kids Waiver

KIDS RACE TIMING : NEW FOR 2019! Timing for all outdoor Kids Races (not including Stadion or standalone Kids events). This will allow for better photo tagging and overall experience. Kids Race FAQ here.

KIDS TRIFECTA PASS : The Kids Trifecta pass is perfect for our most committed Spartan Kids! Complete three races and earn our unique Kids Trifecta medal. Purchase the 2019 Kids 2 Mile Competitive Trifecta Pass now for only $115 or the 2019 Kids Open Trifecta Pass (valid for 2 Mile, 1 Mile and 1/2 Mile Open heats) for only $75.

COMPETITIVE 2 MILE KIDS RACE

Age Groups 10-11 and 12-13
Saturday Start Times – 9:00am Males and 9:15am Females
Sunday Start Times – 9:00am Males and 9:15am Females

2 MILE KIDS RACE

Ages 10-13
Saturday Start Time – 12:00pm
Sunday Start Time – 12:00pm

1 MILE KIDS RACE

Ages 7-9
Saturday Start Times – 10am, 11am, 1pm, and 2pm
Sunday Start Times – 10am, 11am, and 1pm

1/2 MILE KIDS RACE

Ages 4-6
Saturday Start Times – 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, and 2:30pm
Sunday Start Times – 10:30am, 11:30am, and 1:30pm

FINISHERS RECEIVE : Kids Finisher Medal, Kids Finisher T-shirt (your other one should be pretty dirty), Bananas at the finish line, and Bragging rights

*Each Kids Race registration includes two complimentary Spectator passes per family.

Please note, online prices are valid until Friday prior to the event. Prices increase for onsite registration.

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Sutra Meet & Greet

Come visit our ball python, Sutra, for a special meet and greet! Sutra is a 3-year-old leucistic ball python, who is one of the most lovable and curious creatures we know!

Customers can spend some time with Sutra, hold him, and even snap a picture. Bring your snake questions too!

This is a FREE event and kid-friendly!

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Family Farm Afternoon (Walking-4yrs)

Come spend an afternoon on the farm! We’ll make a snack together, do a nature-based craft, meet friendly farm animals! This workshop is geared for younger kiddos (walking to 4) and their families but older siblings are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun!

Hi Folks! I have a little farm in Candler and next Monday 4/15 from 3:30 to 5:00 I’m going to have a workshop for little ones (walking-4) and their families! We’ll bake a snack, make mosaic sun catchers, and meet friendly farm animals! $10 per family!

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Easter Egg Hunt

Coffee, Donuts, Cotton Candy, Inflatable Slide, Door Prizes, & More!

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Teddy Bears’ Picnic (3-8yrs)

Bring your favorite stuffed animal to the farm for a teddy bear picnic! Perfect for ages 3-8. The event will include snacks, a craft, games, and more. Space is limited, so RSVP is required. Last year we sold out of spaces, so register soon by calling 828-891-6585 or emailing jfarm@hcpsnc.org. $5 per child.

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Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt

Join us for a classic family friendly Easter Brunch Buffet & make memories this Easter you will never forget!

Three featured seating times with egg hunting in between:
10:30am
12pm Egg Hunt & prizes on the Putting Green
1pm (Members & their guests Only)
2:30 Egg Hunt & prizes on the Putting Green
3:30pm

Arrive a few minutes early & take a family photo in our Pavilion & Arbor from our professional photographer & enjoy a complimentary Easter craft for the kids (weather permitting).

$33.99 for adults
$9 for kids ages 7-12
Kids 6 & under FREE!
(Coffee, tea, water included. Other beverages not included, Limited Seating!)

BY RESERVATION ONLY- please call 828-452-0545 x 140 or reserve online (members only).

*There is NO breakfast only option available & no member discount offered on holiday brunches.*

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Easter Dance Party

The Waynesville Parks and Recreation Department will be sponsoring its Easter Dance Party on Saturday, April 13, from 7 – 8:45 pm. Come and practice your steps and enjoy the music and singing of Paul Indelicato, who will be playing both ballroom and line music.

The charge is $10 per person and is open to all dancers. If you are able to join us, please bring a dish of your choice—finger food. For more information please call Tim Plowman at 456-2030 or email tplowman@waynesvillenc.gov

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Palm Sunday Lunch & Bake Sale

We invite you to be a part of an Asheville tradition, and enjoy all your favorite Greek foods and handmade pastries. Enjoy Greek music and dance. Visit our gift shop and grocery for special items! Bring the family!

Dine in or phone in orders