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Hike of the Week: “Day Hiking Do’s and Don’ts”
Do you want to start hiking, but get too intimidated by all the fancy gear that you “have” to have? Would you enjoy the woods if you knew how to deal with animal encounters? Or are you too worried you’ll get lost to even start down the trail? Ignore your doubts, and let us teach you how to prepare for a fun day in our National Parks—no panic necessary!
Join us for an easy-to- moderate hike, approximately 2 miles round-trip. Meet at Sleepy Gap Overlook, roughly Milepost 397.3. Wear good hiking shoes, bring some water, and be prepared for changeable weather.
Call (828) 298-5330, extension 304 for more information.
Family Fun Down on the Farm
A visit to Lyda Farms is an opportunity to experience a 5th generation heritage farm and apple orchard located in Hendersonville NC near Asheville. The farm has family fun activities, including a self-guided tour around the barnyard to observe farm animals in a working farm setting, an authentic fresh fruit and vegetable roadside market, and some great photo opportunities.From June through November, young and old love to get their picture taken beside our main attraction, Juicy.In the fall, the NC apples, pumpkins, winter squash and indian corn are on display. And everyone likes to get their picture made sitting on the tree stump chair.
Bring your camera and capture family fun and farm activities, including posing next to Juicy, the farmyard animals, or the pumpkin displays, and sitting on the tree stump stool.
Juicy – the Giant Apple Bug
Juicy, our resident giant apple bug, is Lyda Farms’ number one attraction. After residing several years in the apple orchard, she crawled to the front yard and has been the main attraction ever since.
FREE Children’s Farm Animal / Barnyard Tour
Children of all ages love to wander around the barnyard and visit our friendly farm animals, such as donkeys, turkeys, goats, geese, ducks and chickens. During the tour, kids can explore the barnyard, greet the animals, and get acquainted with their new animal friends. Just head out to the barnyard and begin your journey of animal discovery.
For your protection, and the protection of the animals, we do not allow petting the animals, nor do we force them from their shelters. But quite often, they’ll be curious about seeing you, and come out to visit in the farmyard.
Outdoor Picnic Area
We have outdoor picnic tables available on a first come, first serve basis, and groups are more than welcome with or without sack lunches.
Bring the whole family to visit Lyda Farms in the fall, and plan to spend a while choosing from our large selection of pumpkins, plus all the assorted gourds, late fall vegetables, and of course our mouth-watering Western NC apples.
‘Happy Birthday Harry Potter’ Party
Happy Birthday Harry! We’re so thrilled by this milestone birthday – and the NEW BOOK! – that we’re celebrating with a HUGE PARTY!
Join us on Sunday, July 31 for a fantastic fandango of miscellaneous magical merchandise, including (of course) discounted new copies of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and also assorted giveaways, Pottercentric activities galore, sweet treats, balloons and more. And, because our love for kids’ books extends beyond the admittedly awesome Potterverse, on Sunday, July 31, ALL our used childrens and young adult books will be 20% off. We are only open from 12 noon to 6 pm on Sundays, so make sure your afternoon plans include Mr. K’s!
But wait! There’s more! You could win your very own brand new copy of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child just by coming in the store this week and filling out a sweepstakes entry. The grand drawing will happen on Sunday, July 31 at 5 pm, You don’t have to be present to win; we’ll call you, but you will have to stop by to fill out an entry. One entry per person, please. As always trade credit does not apply to sale prices.
Touch Typing Workshop
Children need to be able to type effectively to succeed in doing schoolwork, taking tests and engaging in just about everything in our technology-driven world. Our Touch Typing Workshop will help your child increase in proficiency so he or she can more easily succeed in school! Plus your child will make new friends, gain confidence and an academic edge!
Zaniac instructors will lead a lunch break!
44 Merrimon Open House!
Please join the practices of Bolter Counseling & Consulting, Porch Light Counseling, Blue Ridge Art Therapy & Counseling, Sol Reflection, and Heather Lussier, LCSW, LCASA for an open house celebration. We’re excited to share our new spaces with you and celebrate this wonderful collaboration. We will be toasting the office with wine, snacks, and sweets. Also, cake to celebrate Porch Light Counseling’s first birthday! Come early for a chance to win door prizes donated by each practice. We hope that you can stop by!
Professor Whizzpop! Going for the Gold Magic Show
This show will get eager readers running, hopping and sprinting into the library!
Professor Whizzpop! Going for the Gold Magic Show
The excitement the 2016 Summer Olympic Games combined with the laughter and audience participation of an award winning magic show! Free and fun for all.
August 17th @ 11:00am – Old Fort Library
August 18th @ 11:00am – Marion Library
Monarch Butterfly Day
September is a busy time for monarch butterflies as they undergo their fall migration from Eastern North America to Mexico, and Western North Carolina is a pit stop for some of these busy travelers.
You can celebrate these colorful creatures at Monarch Day, Saturday, September 30, with an amazing collection of activities and events including:
Kid’s science and art activities
Monarch butterfly tagging and release demonstrations
The opening of the Monarchs and Milkweed Exhibit in the Baker Exhibit Center
The Fall Plant Sale and Vendor Market
Adult Education classes and guest speakers
Folkmoot 2016 – Candlelight Closing
Experience the wonder of dance, music, costumes and culture at this ALL GROUP, farewell performance. Enjoy TEN GROUP PERFORMANCES with over 200 international dancers and musicians. As the evening draws to a close, unity candles burn bright and represent how so many, can become one through dance.
For lodging, please contact: VisitNCSmokies.com or LakeJunaluska.com/