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Mother’s Day Market

We’re celebrating Mother’s Day with gift giveaways, a cooking demo, crafts for the kids, and more!!🌺

Stop by the market info booth for a chance to win great gifts!

  • A market tote
  • Free Quiche from Barnhouse Kitchen
  • Laundry Detergent from Green Go cleaning co.
  • A Corn Husk Doll with handmade Earrings from All Shucks
  • A Hand Knit Scarf from Crow-chez

and more!!

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Caregiver & Me Flower Arranging & Bath Salt Making for Mother’s Day (2-7yrs)

Join Evolve “Brain Architects” as they lead a hands-on play and grow event where caregivers and their 2-7 year olds can make a flower arrangement and jar of handmade bath salts for the mama or mama figure in their life.

This event begins a series of community centered play and grow events that bring together caregivers and children in meaningful ways.

We will dance, play, and focus on gratitude as we celebrate the wonderful mothers in our lives.

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Parents Night Out (3-10yrs)

Join us for a magical Parents Night Out under the stars! Drop off your little ones for an evening filled with fun, laughter, and entertainment. While you enjoy some well-deserved adult time, your kids will be treated to an outdoor movie screening, exciting playtime activities, and delicious pizza and popcorn. It’s an evening they won’t forget, and you’ll have peace of mind knowing they’re in good hands. Come make memories with us!

  • May, 7
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Mother’s Day Market

Join us for our Mother’s Day Market on Sunday, May 12th!

We have a great lineup of local artisans, live music by @moonshinestatenc 2-4pm and food from @littleovenpizzeria & @mehfilavl

Artists:

@clarkstitch
@slothandcrow
@skippingpibbledesigns
@blazeoncreations
@coxs_good_wood
@craftermaths
@greenvalleybotanical
@allie.stack
@wncstudios
@fondstitches
@put_a_bead_on_it
@riverstoneworks
@adg_ink
@sjkceramics
@chaptersbookstop
@rootcausefarm
@thegardentonic

  • May, 7
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Equine Workshop for Kids (ages 8-13yrs)

Overview:

Horses are highly social animals that rely on clear communication and strong relationships within their herd to ensure their safety, well-being, and happiness. Let’s explore what we can learn from the herd during a morning of play and connected relationships with horses and humans! This is an unmounted workshop, and no prior experience with horses is necessary. This class is designed for 8 kids ages 8 to 13 years old. Come prepared to spend time outside from 9:00AM to 12:00PM. Hendo Care Farm is located in the township of Fruitland (next to Edneyville). Exact address will be emailed after registration.

Why Horses as Teachers?

Goal Setting: Horses are excellent at reading our energy and intention, and they won’t know what we want from them until we are clear with ourselves about our own goals. We will work together to set clear, achievable group and individual goals.

Teamwork: Horses are herd animals, and they understand the importance of working together in community. Participate in team-based activities that will enhance your child’s ability to collaborate effectively with others.

Verbal and Nonverbal Communication: Horses communicate through body language and give immediate, honest feedback. Learn to understand their signals and improve your own communication skills, both verbal and nonverbal.

Basic Horsemanship: Gain a deeper understanding of horses, their behavior, and how to care for them. This knowledge will help foster respect and compassion for all living creatures.

Agenda:

  • Getting to know the Place: Arrival, safety, & ground rules
  • Getting to know each other: icebreaker
  • Getting to know the Herd: observation & debrief
  • Getting to Know us as a group of horses and humans existing together. Group dynamics game with horses
  • Wrap up: debrief, farm chores, horse grooming, unstructured time or group games

About Your Facilitator:

Heather Taddonio loves guiding groups of children and teens in play and self-discovery with horses. She is a licensed middle school teacher, lifelong horse lover, and a Natural Lifemanship levels 1 & 2 trained equine-assisted learning facilitator.

Investment $55 – Go to hendocarefarm.com to sign up!

Due to the intimate group size of 8 kids, pre-registration and pre-payment is required to secure your child’s spot. Go to hendocarefarm.com to sign up your child. Refunds are not available unless there is unsafe weather-related issues. If the weather is not safe to be outside on April 6th, then this workshop will be rescheduled to the rain date of April 13th for the same timeframe.

Scholarships & Sliding Scale Options

If you know your child could really benefit from our Farm Day Camp, but the rate is an issue then contact our partner non-profit Angel K Love Project and see if your child qualifies for a partial scholarship. To apply, go to angelkloveproject.org.

  • May, 7
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Project HNG Kick-Off Fundraiser – Square Dance and Pony Rides

  • The event starts at 4:30 p.m. with pony rides and crafts for children.
  • The Outpost Food Truck will be available from 4:45 -8 p.m. for food to purchase. We suggest that you enjoy your meal before the Square Dancing begins at 6:30 with toe tapping music of the Riley Family Band.
  • May, 7
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Mother’s Day Tea Party

Featuring a Beautiful and Unique Collection of Teapots Made by Artists of the Southern Highland Craft Guild.

We will have a selection of fine teas and petite delights for your enjoyment. Come celebrate with us!

  • May, 7
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Mommy & Me Yoga (4+yrs)

Join Ruth for an hour long family yoga play-shop to celebrate Mother’s Day. Expect movement, breathing exercises, games, songs, stories and connection. This is a great way to introduce little yogis to the practice.

There will also be a mindfulness lesson or theme for the kids to meditate on and take into their life.

Ages 4 and up welcome!

  • May, 7
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Mistress Ford’s Fantastic Fundraising Festival and Auction

Join us for some afternoon fun(draising). We’re having a party, and you’re invited! We’ll have live acts! Music! Food! Beer! An auction! All proceeds go to our cast/crew! Stay after for EDWARD III.

  • May, 7
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MayFaire Medieval & Fantasy Festival

Attention all adventurers, scoundrels, and warriors alike! Prepare your swords, don your cloaks, and join us for MayFaire at Fae Nectar, another epic fantasy festival in the most beautiful time of year! 

Our riverside haven will become home to a boisterous village full of characters, music, and entertainment! With our arena filled with fighting throughout the afternoon and evening, and our old-world medieval tavern filled with full kegs, cozy nooks and incredible views of the mountains. Come step back in time and be merry with your friends here at Fae Nectar.

Our free event will feature:

  • Competitive Sword and Axe fighting featuring the Warriors of Ash!
  • Live warbands with thunder drums!
  • Axe throwing booths
  • A bustling Artisan Village
  • Our Old-World styled Tavern
  • Live Folk music!
  • Blacksmith demonstrations
  • Thistle the hobbit horse!
  • Lawn Games
  • Evening bonfires
  • Housemade meads, ciders, and imported draught beers
  • Celtic Comfort food

And don’t forget that like all our festivals, Mayfaire is FREE! And open to guests of all ages, and even friendly dogs on leash. Rain or shine. Come spend a fantastical afternoon full of camaraderie and adventure here at Fae Nectar.

  • May, 6
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Hendersonville Outdoor Skate Park @ Patton Park across from Patton Pool
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Visit the Historical Home of an ... @ Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
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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...
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Cultivate Connections with Nature @ The North Carolina Arboretum
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Honor a Farming Legacy @ Historic Johnson Farm
May 12 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Honor a Farming Legacy @ Historic Johnson Farm | Hendersonville | North Carolina | United States
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MANNA FoodBank – Public Food Pan... @ all across the region
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