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Book Launch Party – Sadie McGrady Runs for President
Join us for storytime! There’s a new candidate on the “campaign trail.” Take part in this family-friendly election event featuring Sadie McGrady Runs for President, an empowering new picture book about a young girl who imagines her own campaign for President of the United States. Sadie shows readers the fun side of campaign life, making buttons and yard signs and marching in parades, and she also overcomes challenges along the way, like facing her opponent in a debate and being interviewed by the media. The book celebrates leadership traits like courage and confidence, perseverance and teamwork. By her example, Sadie encourages readers to become strong and effective leaders. Bring the whole family – let’s celebrate elections and leadership!
EVENT ACTIVITIES FOR THE KIDS:
Listen to the story.
Learn kid-friendly leadership tips.
Design your own campaign buttons.
FOR THE ADULTS:
Find out who will be on your ballot in 2016.
Access non-partisan voting and election information.
Register to Vote!
The League of Women Voters of Asheville-Buncombe County will be offering a voter education table at this event. Voters of all ages can register to vote, find out who’s on the ballot in 2016, and get connected with non-partisan voting information via VOTE411.
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3rd Annual Toys for Tots Tractor Ride
“The Ole Smokey Antique Tractor and Engine Association will hold its third annual Toys for Tots tractor ride on Saturday, Oct. 8. In conjunction with the U.S. Marine Corps, this 13-mile ride through the county will help provide Christmas for children in need throughout Western North Carolina.
The ride will start at 10 a.m. at Haywood County Farm Bureau, located at 1520 Asheville Road, Waynesville. Registration will take place from 8 to 9:45 a.m. To register, bring your tractor (antique or new), car, truck or motorcycle and a $10 donation or toy valued at $10.
The ride will go down Howell Mill Road, onto to Russ Avenue and down to Jonathan Valley Elementary School. The ride will then continue back to Russ Avenue, turn onto Walnut Street and return to the Farm Bureau.
Pisgah FFA will be serving lunch to raise money to go to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis in a few weeks.
For more information, call Darren Wade at 593-8327 or Courtney Wade at 593-8330 or email olesmokytractor@gmail.com.
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Farm Festival
Games, food, crafts, live animals, hayrides, and more!
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Scotts Creek ‘County Fair’
It’s an ole timey county fair! And everyone is invited.
Display of vintage cars and trucks . . . displays of collections, crafts, hobbies and antiques . . . displays and judging of canned goods . . . judging of baked goods and silent auction of baked items . . . music . . . games for the kids . . . food . . . and more!
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Motorama
Automobile dealers display their new 2017 models, antique/classic cars & street rods.
Come on out as beautiful downtown Hendersonville serves as the perfect backdrop to showcase these fascinating automobiles.
Admission is FREE!
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50¢ Corn Dogs on Halloween
50¢ CORNDOGS ON HALLOWEEN!
Oct 31st All Day – Corndogs are just 50¢ all day at all area Sonic Drive In Restaurants. Tax not included. Each Corn Dog is 50₵. Valid only on Thursday, October 31, 2019, at participating SONIC® Drive-In locations while supplies last. Not good in conjunction with Combos or any other offers. Not valid with third party delivery services. TM & © Oct 2019 America’s Drive-In Brand Properties LLC
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Asheville Zombiewalk 2016
The Asheville Zombiewalk meets in Aston Park on Sunday, October 9 at 5:30pm. We’ll be walking from there 10-12 blocks to an endpoint downtown.
The Asheville Zombiewalk is committed to remaining fun for the whole family. And it’s always free. We look forward to seeing a great group of zombies of all ages. Everyone is invited to make yourself look rotten and bring your fellow horde.
Don’t Miss the Afterparty!
Are you looking for a family-friendly after event for after the Zombiewalk that does not include a downtown bar? If so, come to the Byrish Haus & Pub (formerly the Patton Public House) from 7:00–11:00pm! They have a large fenced back patio where there will be food, a bar, and live Halloween music, as well as fun games and contests. Bring towels for picnic-style event seating as there are limited benches outside. Come in costume for a chance to win valuable prizes in the contests! Fun for the whole family.
Address: 1341 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC
Phone: (828) 505-8707
FULL EVENT DETAILS: https://
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The Haunted Farm
“There is no age requirement, 16 and under have to be accompanied by an adult. As far as small children, we leave it up to the parent.”
The Haunted Farm is the scariest halloween attraction in Western North Carolina. We hope you survive 50 minutes of terror through the three main parts of the farm — The Woods, The Farm, The Haunted Hayride. There are more gruesome scenes, horrifying sights, special effects, incredible details and startling scares then ever before. The experience will leave you begging for mercy…
Dates:
OPENING NIGHT: Oct 4th
October 5,10,11,12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 30, 31
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Friend Day
We invite you to “Be Our Guest” for a time of worship and teaching. Then, stick around for some great food, ice cream, games, and much more.
Services at 9:00am, 10:10am, and 11:15am
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