This 45-minute class is offered for children who are just walking up to 5 years old. Children, with the guidance of their grown-ups and our staff, can explore the obstacle course as well as other equipment in our facility including our 2 trampolines and foam pit. Activities are designed to encourage all types of movement, including walking, crawling, jumping, sliding, balancing, rolling, and climbing.
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Mega Mites (Toddler-5yrs)
This “class” is nothing but fun! Get ready for 45 minutes of unstructured play in our gymnastics facilities: we’ve got a large spring floor with an obstacle course set up, two bouncy trampolines, a foam pit, and a rope swing! We’ll also have a chance to play parachute games during class! A perfect opportunity for your young ones to run, bounce, fly and fall with no fear. This is also a good opportunity for Asheville-area parents to meet other parents for play dates!
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8th Annual Polar Plunge
“To raise money for Meals on Wheels and their mission of providing a hearty meal and helpful services to over 500 of our homebound elderly neighbors here in Buncombe County.”
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Dying to be Loved – a murder-mystery dinner theatre event (13+yrs)
“Bring your detective skills and appetite to Burnsville’s historic Nu Wray Inn, where the stage and the table are set for thrills, chills, great food, and … murder!
“Dying to be Loved” is an interactive murder-mystery comedy show along with a 3-course family-style all you can eat meal.
Beer and wine will be available for purchase
Reservations are required: Call 828-682-2329″
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Great Backyard Bird Count
“Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society, the Great Backyard Bird Count was the first online citizen-science project to collect data on wild birds and to display results in near real-time.
Since then, more than 100,000 people of all ages and walks of life have joined the four-day count each February to create an annual snapshot of the distribution and abundance of birds. Join Arboretum educators for guided bird walks and help contribute to knowledge about the Arboretum’s fine feathered friends.
Prior to the public event, join us for an “Early Bird Walk” at 9:00 a.m. with the Elisha Mitchell Audubon Society. Children 12 and under that participate in the bird walks will receive a free pair of kids binoculars while supplies last.
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‘Classrooms Today’
“This session gives parents an inside look into an elemen- tary classroom using the Daily 5 structure. Parents will be participants with their child to experience all five literacy and writing components in a classroom setting. Handouts will include ways to support literacy outside of the classroom setting.”
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How to Become Part of Your Child’s Classroom workshop
“Would you like to learn how you can best support your child’s teacher? Want to know how to become involved in your child’s class? This session will offer strategies to communicate with educators, school staff and adminis- tration in order to contribute to your child’s learning and promote activities you feel to be important are included in the curriculum.”
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Parenting in the Digital Age workshop
“It is not easy being a parent in the digital age. Today’s children are immersed in technology in a way that parents never were. Technology can be a wonderful way for kids to learn and connect, but there are specific risks associated that parents need to be aware of. Join us for this interactive workshop as we explore current issues such as sexting, cyber-bullying plus learn about social media sites and apps. Gain new tips and practical skills for empowering your child to enjoy the benefits of technology while being a responsible digital citizen.”
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ACS Preschool Prospective Family Open House
“Families interested in learning more about district Preschool programs are invited to visit our main campus for this drop-in event. Families can tour classrooms, talk with teachers, and ask questions. Our staff will share information about our Preschool programs, including social-emotional development, nutrition, outdoor learning, classroom environment, daily schedule, curriculum, lesson planning, assessment, progress monitoring, and enrollment options.”
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How Healthy Behaviors Increase School Readiness workshop
“This workshop will present strategies that parents/caregiv- ers can use to empower families in supporting their child’s school readiness. Healthy eating, physical fitness, and tips for a healthy school year will be discussed. We will explore creative ways parents can use materials found around the home. This workshop will include practical applications from research, hands-on experience, group discussions and healthy snacks. This program is funded by the Buncombe Partnership for Children (formerly Smart Start of Buncombe County).”
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