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Fundamental Engineering Camp (8-12yrs)

Learn the basics of engineering through hands on, interactive pro- jects and activities. Work alongside local engineers to develop proto- types and complete engineering challenges throughout the week. Participants will gain a fundamental understanding of engineering while exploring different specialties as they design, build, test and redesign their creations. Camp will be at the Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Center.

July 10-July 14, 9am-5pm.
Early drop-off available between 8:30-9am for an additional $10
$25 for youth enrolled in Parks and Recreation afterschool programs, Summer Playground Program or Outdoor Camp Program.
For more information, contact Kimberly Zygmant at 828-259-5483 kzygmant@ashevillenc.gov

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Comic Book Camp (8-12yrs)

Explore the world of comics, car- tooning, and creating stories and adventures. Participants will focus on comics as an art form. Youth will learn about story development through creative games and activi- ties, and spend the week develop- ing their own comic adventures. Camp will be at the Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Center.

 

June 12-June 16, 9am-5pm.
Early drop-off available between 8:30-9am for an additional $10.
$25 for youth enrolled in Parks and Recreation afterschool programs, Summer Playground Program or Outdoor Camp Program.
For more information, contact Kimberly Zygmant at 828-259- 5483, kzygmant@ashevillenc.gov

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Therapeutic Recreation Summer Teen Camp (13-18yrs and/or high school graduation)

A recreation program developed in collaboration with FIRST, this camp is for teens with mild to moderate cognitive or develop- mental delays who meet eligibility requirements. Daily activities in- clude group games, arts and crafts, nature exploration, special events and field trips. Camp will be held at West Asheville Recreation Center.
June 19-August 18 Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

 

For more information, contact Lori Long at 828-775-3153 or llong@ashevillenc.gov

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Save the Jet!

Learn about the distinguished history of Enka Middle School’s beloved jet, plans for restoration, and how you can help. Learn more at www.savethejet.com.

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Vintage Market Days of Asheville

Join us for our Spring/ St Patricks themed event! Shop with our 130 plus vendors who travel to Asheville just for this event from 16 different states! You will find vendors located in 2 buildings, outside along with food trucks, live music and so much more!

Vintage Market Days® is an upscale, vintage-inspired, indoor/outdoor market featuring original art, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, food trucks, seasonal plantings, and a little more

  • Friday, March 14th 9:00-4:00pm
  • Saturday, March 15th 9:00-4:00pm
  • Sunday, March 16th 10:00am-3:00pm
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Asheville Doll Show

Come join in the fun and laughter of our annual event for children and adults of all ages. Located in the wonderful Boone Building at the Western North Carolina Ag Center, this year brings Beautiful Antique Dolls, Classic and Vintage Dolls and Toys, Compositions, Modern dolls, Original Art Dolls, Hand crafted Dolls, Miniatures, Teddy Bears, Doll furniture, clothes, accessories and much, much more. Planned: doll appraisals and doll restringing on site. Door prizes will be available.

Time: 9:30am – 3:00pm

Admission: Adults $8.00 but, $2.00 off coupon on website and at the door.

 

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TRAXXAS Monster Truck Destruction Tour

Date Gates Open Show Time Pit Party
Friday 3/3
6:00PM
7:30PM
6:00PM-7:00PM
 
Saturday 3/4
12:00PM
1:30PM
12:00PM-1:00PM
 
Saturday 3/4
6:00PM
7:30PM
6:00PM-7:00PM

MONSTER TRUCKS:
Feel the Monster Truck Thunder!

GENERAL MEDAL… The Name says it all!
BACKDRAFT…The truck can handle the heat!
BIGFOOT… The truck that started it all!
TUFF GUY… Do you dare find out!?!
HEAVY MEDAL…The name says it all!

ADDITIONAL FEATURES: 
PIT PARTY & DRIVER AUTOGRAPH SESSION…Come early the drivers, get autographs and take photos with the drivers and their Monsters. Pit party pass must be accompanied by an event ticket.

TRANSAURUS…A 3 story tall, fire breathing, car eating dinosaur that can eat a car in one bite with its massive jaws! That’s right….it’s CAR-nivorus!

QUAD WARS…Watch as these hard core off-roaders go head to head to find the toughest riders!

 

RIDE TRUCK…That’s right! Get the ride of your life on-board a real Monster Truck during the Pit Party and Intermission!

 

Advance discount tickets are available online at www.MTDtour.com

 

Advance Tickets Sales: 

HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF ASHEVILLE  (828) 581-2000
20 Patton Cove Road
Swannanoa, NC 28778

MR MOTORCYCLE  (828) 277-8600
774 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803

Adults starting at $20!!
Kids 3-12 starting at $10!!
VIP $25
Tickets are subject to a service charge.
Fees may be applied – Children 2 and under are free

INFORMATION:

All information is Subject To Change
The latest information may be found at www.MTDtour.com , or by calling (480) 773-6822.

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WNC Model Train Show (see schedule)

Hours:

Friday, February 28, 2020 Noon to 7 PM
Saturday, February 29, 2020 9 AM to 5 PM

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Free Parking

Admission $6.00 per day Children under 10 FREE with Adult
8 working layouts with over 200 vendor tables. Vendors from 7 states with anything related to railroading.

Directions:
From West/North/East: I-26 East, then exit 40 (Airport), turn right at end of the ramp, then…
From Hendersonville or points south: I-26 West to exit 40 (Airport), turn left at the end of the ramp then go just past the airport, WNC AG Center, will be on the left hand side use Gate #5…
and follow the signs to the show

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8th Annual Build & Remodel Expo

The 8th Annual Build and Remodel Expo is returning to the WNC Ag Center. This dynamic two-day show is the place to showcase your products, services and professional expertise while you establish relationships with potential clients and build quality leads. Meet with thousands of motivated homeowners as they delight in inspiration and make important buying decisions just in time for the busy home improvement season.

Show Hours:

Saturday, February 25 – 10am to 6pm
Sunday, February 26 – 12 noon to 5pm

Tickets:
$10 per person
FREE Parking
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8th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration at Short Street Cakes!

Please join Short Street Cakes as we celebrate our 8th anniversary with a Mardi Gras party! Mardi Gras also marks the first anniversary for the Cake Shop under the new ownership of Olga Jiménez. Happy Anniversary Olga! Happy Birthday Short Street Cakes!

The celebration takes place from 5-8pm at 225 Haywood Road, with a raffle, free Mardi Gras beads, a dance party with DJ Abu Disarray, cake and cocktails. Raffle proceeds benefit The Family Resource Center at Emma (FRCE). FRCE is located on the campus of Emma Elementary School in the Emma Community. The FRCE improves Emma community’s families’ financial stability by providing emergency assistance through a food pantry, a clothing closet, emergency financial assistance for rent and utilities, parenting classes and holiday assistance.

Handmade, all-natural, traditional Southern King Cakes, complete with a baby trinket hidden inside, are also available at the Cake Shop through Mardi Gras (Tuesday, February 28th). The cost is $28 for a Medium sized cake (serves 15) and $48 for a large (serves 30).

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