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Abby the Spoon Lady & Chris Rodrigues in Concert

Wednesday, April 18, 2018
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall

Join us for a great evening of storytelling and music. Abby, an internationally known street performer, is one of the few professional spoon players in the U.S. She has studied American folk percussion, music and folklore while traveling the country by foot and rail. Chris Rodrigues is a one-man band and multi-instrumentalist from the Asheville area. He has a unique blues/Appalachian style of music and performance. Together, Abby and Chris offer up some complex rhythms to original songs and standard gospel songs.

The evening will be preceded by supper served from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The cost is $5.00 for Adults and $3.00 for Children.

There is no admission for the program, but we ask that you consider making a donation at the concert for homeless ministries supported by Central UMC. This event is sponsored by the Central UMC 180th Anniversary Committee.

Sample the ultra-smooth taste of Cold Brew!

On Friday, April 6, join us to celebrate Spring with a complimentary sample (3.5-ounce) of our ultra-smooth Cold Brew from 10 AM to 2 PM! ☕️❤️

At participating Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide, while supplies last.

Spring UP! Paddles, Trails & Ales

Spring Up! is a celebration of all the great things we are able to do outside in WNC, who we are able to do them with, and the organizations that work to protect those natural wonders. We can’t wait to be outside more after the long winter – and this festival aims to share with you the ways you can enhance that experience in the Blue Ridge Mountains. This event is FREE to attend and no tickets are required.

Spring Seasonal Beer Release: Honey Lavender LAGA – 4.2% ABV, 20 IBUs. LAGA infused with raw, organic lavender, and fresh, local clover honey.

We’ve teamed up with the YMCA at Mission Pardee Health Campus to bring you a fun event for all ages, and 10% of all beer and food sales will go back to them.

Several great outdoor gear makers and conservation organizations are joining us for the day, including Liquidlogic Kayaks, Native Watercraft, Fox Factory, Inc., Frugal Backpacker, LightHeart Gear Tents, Mount Inspiration, Conserving Carolina, Brother Nature Beards, BMW of Asheville, Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park, and Teddy & Friends Animal Rescue.

The YMCA at Mission Pardee Health Campus will also have the following family friendly activities happening during the festival:

-Obstacle Course
-Sensory Sensations – Water Beads
-Flower Petal Craft
-Sports activities

In addition, there will be live music from Modern Strangers from 4-6PM, food from The Hungry Ghost, and plenty of space to spread out and bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy the spring afternoon in Firefly Field!

More details about the festival and Blue Ghost Brewing Company at
https://www.blueghostbrewing.com/spring-up-41319.html

Community Art Night

Every First Tuesday at 6:30pm

Come join us for Community Art Night! Held the first Tuesday of every month, this is a free event open to everyone- artist or not! While there will be a different event planned for every time, there will always be an opportunity for our youth to get involved in the evening’s project, or make a craft and take it home, so make sure to bring the kids along.

Please come, meet your neighbors, get inspired, maybe get a little dirty, and be prepared to have fun!

Lewis and Clark Circus

The Lewis and Clark Circus will be doing shows on the 4 and 5th of April. Both days show times at 5pm and 7:30pm

Adult tickets at the gate $15. plus two kids (2 to 13) free, extra child $6.

Discount tickets on line at Lewis-clarkcircus.com

Midwas opens 1 hour before each event with pony and camel rides, bounce slide house, petting zoo.

Hot Springs Homegrown & Handmade Market

April through October (Opening Day April 6th, 2019)

Description: Our vendors will be offering an assortment of locally produced goodness: no-spray seasonal produce, fruit, plant starts, locally roasted organic coffee, eggs, fresh baked bread and treats, jewelry, canned goods, handmade gifts, value added products and more! If you are heading to Hot Springs for a weekend getaway, add this to your list of fun things to do. We will have events throughout the season as well as live music.

Website: https://hotspringsmarket.wordpress.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hotspringsmarket/

Fairview Farmers Market

4:30pm-7:30pm … Fairview Farmers Market @ Whistle Hop Brewing Company 1288 Charlotte Hwy, Fairview (828) 338-9447

1st & 3rd Fridays, May through September (Opening Day May 4th)

Description: The Fairview Farmer’s Market (FFM) is a registered NC non-profit community organization of Fairview residents working to provide the families of the Fairview community with greater access to fresh locally grown produce, plants, value added food products, and crafts. The FFM seeks to support the goals of the Fairview Elementary School Health Advocacy Committee, the School Garden, the PTA, local producers, and other community groups such as ASAP, Food for Fairview, The Fairview Welcome Table, The Lord’s Acre, The Fairview Community Center, and others.

Website: https://fairviewmarket.wixsite.com/fairviewmarket

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fairviewncfarmersmarket/

Fairview Farmers Market

4:30pm-7:30pm … Fairview Farmers Market @ Whistle Hop Brewing Company 1288 Charlotte Hwy, Fairview (828) 338-9447

1st & 3rd Fridays, May through September (Opening Day May 4th)

Description: The Fairview Farmer’s Market (FFM) is a registered NC non-profit community organization of Fairview residents working to provide the families of the Fairview community with greater access to fresh locally grown produce, plants, value added food products, and crafts. The FFM seeks to support the goals of the Fairview Elementary School Health Advocacy Committee, the School Garden, the PTA, local producers, and other community groups such as ASAP, Food for Fairview, The Fairview Welcome Table, The Lord’s Acre, The Fairview Community Center, and others.

Website: https://fairviewmarket.wixsite.com/fairviewmarket

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fairviewncfarmersmarket/

Spring Break Movie Matinee: Wonder (Rated G) (K-12th Grade)

Based on R.J. Palacio’s bestselling novel, Wonder tells the inspiring story of August Pullman, a boy with facial differences who attends a mainstream school for first time in fifth grade.  This film is rated PG and runs 1 hour and 53 minutes.

Story Book Characters on Parade!

We are pleased to welcome GoFigure Dolls back to Pack Library!  These unique handmade dolls are crafted by local artisans, and inspired by beloved children’s book characters.  Dolls will be on display in the Youth Services department throughout the month of April.

Monday through Thursday
10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Friday
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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