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Summer Art Camp 2016 (3rd-5th grade)

Students may sign up for morning, afternoon, or all-day sessions. All-day students will have a supervised lunch break. Classes are held in the studio of the Asheville Art Museum.

Enrollment is limited; pre-registration is required. Registration includes admission to the Museum and all materials necessary for each class.

Financial aid is provided by the Asheville Art Museum Camp Scholarship Fund and the Walnut Cove Members’ Association. For more information, please call 828.253.3227 ext. 124.


June 20 – 24 | Grades 3 – 5

  • Morning (9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.): Let’s Draw and Paint: Students will explore line, shape and color as they design one-of-a-kind compositions using a variety of materials and their imagination.
  • Afternoon (1:30 – 5:00 p.m.): Art Adventure: Students will explore a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional materials and techniques such as drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture to create fantastic masterpieces!

July 11 – 15 | Grades 3 – 5

  • Morning (9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.): Re-use It: Think twice before you discard an object! Anything can find a new use when it becomes part of a work of art. Students will explore art concepts using new and recycled materials to construct two-dimensional and three-dimensional works of art.
  • Afternoon (1:30 – 5:00 p.m.): Draw a Story: From animation to illustration, young artists will learn how to use art to tell a story. Students will create a range of art from thaumatropes to flip-books using traditional and non-traditional drawing techniques.

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Summer Art Camp 2016 (Rising K-2nd grade)

Students may sign up for morning, afternoon, or all-day sessions. All-day students will have a supervised lunch break. Classes are held in the studio of the Asheville Art Museum.

Enrollment is limited; pre-registration is required. Registration includes admission to the Museum and all materials necessary for each class.

Financial aid is provided by the Asheville Art Museum Camp Scholarship Fund and the Walnut Cove Members’ Association. For more information, please call 828.253.3227 ext. 124.


June 13 – 17 | Grades K – 2

  • Morning (9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.): Color Your World: Students will learn about the color wheel and the endless possibilities of color interactions. Students will create one-of-a-kind works of art using paint as well as other media to mix, match and create with color.
  • Afternoon (1:30 – 5:00 p.m.): Art Party: Young artists will have fun while sharpening skills and broadening their artistic horizons. Students will explore a variety of techniques and media such as painting, drawing, collage, mixed media and more to create fun works of art!

July 18 – 22 | Grades K – 2

  • Morning (9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.): Arts Extravaganza: For the student who wants to try it all! Students will create two-dimensional and three-dimensional works of art including drawings, paintings and sculptures. The possibilities are endless, and so is the fun!
  • Afternoon (1:30 – 5:00 p.m.): Puppetry + Masks: Students will use their creative ideas as well as a variety of media to explore the art of puppetry and mask-making. We will use papier-mâché, sculpture techniques and much more to create unique puppets and masks.

August 1 – 5 | Grades K – 2

  • Morning (9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.): People, Places + Animals: Students will explore two-dimensional and three-dimensional people, animals and the places they live using paint, printmaking, collage and more to create a range of colorful creations.
  • Afternoon (1:30 – 5:00 p.m.): Mixed Up + Messy: Try it all! Students explore visual art through painting, drawing, sculpture and collage. Students are exposed to a broad range of ideas and art forms through an array of art materials. It’s good, messy fun!
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96th Annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival

July 31st, Aug 1st & 2nd, 7:00pm-10:00pm

If you like Shindig on the Green, you’ll love the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival! Proceeds support Shindig on the Green.

This year will be the 96th Annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival, which was started in 1928 and is the longest continually running festival in the nation. Every year it showcases the Southern Appalachians’ best traditional mountain musicians and dancers. This is a ticketed event, and will be held at Asheville High Auditorium.

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Play & Learn Groups for Preschoolers series begins today! (3-5yrs)

Play & Learn is a FREE 8-week series of adult-child groups. Help your child develop pre-literacy & social skills to get ready for kindergarten through fun, hands-on activities. Classes feature songs, finger plays, stories, games, hands- on activities, puppet shows & crafts.

To be eligible, children must reside in Buncombe County, be at least three years old, and not be enrolled in licensed child care. Younger siblings may also attend but materials are not provided for them.

Registration begins Monday, July 3rd. Registration before class is required by email or phone to Marna Holland (828.350.2904 or marna.holland@acsgmail.net)

Tuesdays, 10am or 11am July 11-Aug 29

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Wednesdays, 10am or 11am July 12-Aug 30

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Play & Learn Groups for Preschoolers series begins today! (3-5yrs)

Play & Learn is a FREE 8-week series of adult-child groups. Help your child develop pre-literacy & social skills to get ready for kindergarten through fun, hands-on activities. Classes feature songs, finger plays, stories, games, hands- on activities, puppet shows & crafts.

To be eligible, children must reside in Buncombe County, be at least three years old, and not be enrolled in licensed child care. Younger siblings may also attend but materials are not provided for them.

Registration begins Monday, February 22. Registration before class is required by email or phone to Marna Holland (828.350.2904 or marna.holland@acsgmail.net)

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Spring Break Camp (3-8yrs)

March 28th: The Race to Outer Space

March 29th: The Five Wonders of Foxhole Forest

March 30th: Hawaiian Hide & Seek

March 31st: The Search for Rainbow Castle

April 1st: The Super Grown-Ups

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Healthy Living Mobile Market

FRESH FRUITS & VEGETABLES IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
Every 1st Tuesday of the Month, 3:30pm-4:30pm

The Y provides fresh fruits and vegetables to those in need in Western North Carolina.

 

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Garden Interest Meeting & Orientation

“As you may have heard, we are developing a community oriented garden in the side lot next to Firestorm. We are really excited to get this project underway, but we need YOUR HELP!!! If you would like to support this project in any way – getting your hands a little dirty, donating time, expertise, supplies etc., please come to our interest meeting!

If you cannot make this meeting, but are still interested in helping, please conact us directly via email or message (ATTN: Joey or Mary Beth) and we will add you to or email list which will provide information and update regarding community work days and other stuff!”

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Easter Bunny Arrives

The Easter Bunny will be hopping in to take photos Saturday, March 25 through Saturday, April 15. You can visit the bunny Monday – Saturday from 10am to 9pm and Sundays from 12pm to 6pm between ULTA and Barnes & Noble.  Seeing the Easter Bunny is always free, but if you would like to make a lasting memory and share it with someone you care about click here to learn about the available photo packages. 

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Spring session of Girls on the Run of Western North Carolina starts today! (3rd-5th graders)

Mondays and Thursdays, 4-5:30pm at Jackson Park, starting March 7th

“The program for girls in grades 3-5 meets for 75-90 minutes, 2 days per week, for 10 weeks, ending with the finale of the End of Session Celebratory Girls on the Run 5k. The 20-lesson Girls on the Run curriculum combines training for a 5K (3.1 miles) running event with lessons that inspire girls to become independent thinkers, enhance their problem solving skills and make healthy decisions.” .

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Upcoming Events

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11:00 pm Cosmic Bowling (all ages) @ Sky Lanes Asheville
Cosmic Bowling (all ages) @ Sky Lanes Asheville
Jun 7 @ 11:00 pm – Jun 8 @ 2:00 am
Cosmic Bowling (all ages) @ Sky Lanes Asheville | Asheville | North Carolina | United States
Fridays & Saturdays, 11:00pm-2:00am 10pm-1am. Up to 6 people per lane for just $50 + shoes!   Come glow in the...
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all-day Vacation Bible Schools – 2025 @ Asheville and the Surrounding Area
Vacation Bible Schools – 2025 @ Asheville and the Surrounding Area
Jun 8 all-day
Vacation Bible Schools - 2025 @ Asheville and the Surrounding Area
If you’re looking for a spiritual option to summer camp, there are a LOT of churches in our area hosting...
5:00 am Flea Market Day @ Smiley's Flea Market
Flea Market Day @ Smiley's Flea Market
Jun 8 @ 5:00 am – 5:00 pm
Flea Market Day @ Smiley's Flea Market
You will find Anything and Everything under the Sun. From Peanuts to Bulldozers, it all can be found at Smiley’s!...
7:00 am Discover a 10-acre Sanctuary Ded... @ The Botanical Gardens at Asheville
Discover a 10-acre Sanctuary Ded... @ The Botanical Gardens at Asheville
Jun 8 @ 7:00 am – 7:30 pm
Discover a 10-acre Sanctuary Dedicated to Native Plants of the Region @ The Botanical Gardens at Asheville | Asheville | North Carolina | United States
Open Daily, 7:00pm-7:30pm, year round The Asheville Botanical Gardens are an independent non-profit organization housing a collection of plants native...
7:00 am Hendersonville Outdoor Skate Park @ Patton Park across from Patton Pool
Hendersonville Outdoor Skate Park @ Patton Park across from Patton Pool
Jun 8 @ 7:00 am – 11:00 pm
Hendersonville Outdoor Skate Park @ Patton Park across from Patton Pool
The City of Hendersonville’s Skate Park is located in Patton Park across from Patton Pool. The skate park is open...
7:00 am SET OUT ON A KID FRIENDLY TRAIL ... @ on a Kids in Parks TRACK Trail
SET OUT ON A KID FRIENDLY TRAIL ... @ on a Kids in Parks TRACK Trail
Jun 8 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
SET OUT ON A KID FRIENDLY TRAIL AND EARN PRIZES! FREE! @ on a Kids in Parks TRACK Trail
If you haven’t heard of Kids in Parks or TRACK Trails yet, you’ve been missing out! TRACK Trails is a...
7:00 am YOUR GUIDE TO ASHEVILLE AREA PLA... @ All around Asheville and the surrounding area
YOUR GUIDE TO ASHEVILLE AREA PLA... @ All around Asheville and the surrounding area
Jun 8 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
YOUR GUIDE TO ASHEVILLE AREA PLAYGROUNDS (Indoors & Outdoors!) @ All around Asheville and the surrounding area
Our comprehensive guide to Asheville Area Playgrounds is your ultimate resource for recreation in Asheville with kids! Indoor playgrounds, as well...
7:30 am Visit the Historical Home of an ... @ Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
Visit the Historical Home of an ... @ Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
Jun 8 @ 7:30 am – 7:30 pm
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...
8:00 am Cultivate Connections with Nature @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Cultivate Connections with Nature @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Jun 8 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Cultivate Connections with Nature @ The North Carolina Arboretum | Asheville | North Carolina | United States
Nestled in the Southern Appalachian Mountains just south of Asheville, The North Carolina Arboretum offers acres of cultivated gardens and...
8:00 am MANNA FoodBank – Public Food Pan... @ all across the region
MANNA FoodBank – Public Food Pan... @ all across the region
Jun 8 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
MANNA FoodBank - Public Food Pantries and Meal Sites @ all across the region
Spreadsheet of MANNA FoodBank – Public Food Pantries and Meal Sites Sorted by County, Zip Code, then Agency Name at the link...
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