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MLK Jr Day of Service Cleanup

Each year, we honor the history of Asheville and of Martin Luther King Jr. by spending a morning in service and in community together in the historic East End/ Valley Street neighborhood. Prior to the cleanup we will be joined Renee‘White, President of the East End Valley Street Neighborhood Association, who will speak about the history and importance of the neighborhood.

Join in a roadside cleanup in preparation for the MLK Jr March from the Berry Temple United Methodist Church to Downtown. We will be finished with the cleanup in time if volunteers wish to participate in the Peace Rally & March. Please read more about this here: http://mlkasheville.org/activities/peace-march-rally
Biscuits provided by Biscuit Head Biltmore. Coffee provided by Penny Cup (bring a mug if you can!). We will be supplying grabbers, gloves, vests, and bags. Please dress for the weather in clothing that may get a little dirty, and wear closed toed shoes.
  • January, 15
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Dolly Parton’s Birthday Party!

Dolly Parton turns 74 on Sunday, January 19, 2020!

Join Buncombe Partnership for Children and The Hop Ice Cream Cafe to celebrate her legacy at The Hop on Merrimon. A portion of proceeds from ice cream sales will support BPFC.

All ages are welcome, and Dolly dress-up is highly encouraged! The best Dollys (by age group) will go home with a special prize.

Children under age 5 can be registered for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at the event. Registered kids receive a free book each month until they turn 5 with the support of donors like The Hop.

  • January, 15
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Cherokee Siege on Davidson’s Fort

King George III in the of treaty 1763 gave the Cherokee a boundary. When the colonists migrated to the west grants were given out on which Samuel Davidson without a survey built his homestead on a part of the land that was given rights to the Cherokee’s. The young chief requested that the colonists leave and they refused which contributed to the raid upon the fort. Come out and see the history reenacted of the siege. Age 13 and older $5.00 and under free.

  • January, 15
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Sensory-Friendly Time

First Tuesday of Every Month, During the First Hour of the Day (verify the tie of this event in case the mall changes their hours)

Sensory-Friendly Time at all Build-A-Bear Workshop locations. “Build-A-Bear Workshop means fun for everyone! We’re proud to support children with autism and other special needs by providing sensory-friendly events at all Workshop locations. Sensory-Friendly Tuesdays are designed to provide a less-stimulating Workshop experience that’s still fun-filled and unforgettable. Our Bear Builders are here to make sure each Guest goes through the Build-A-Bear experience in a way that’s comfortable for them.”

SENSORY-FRIENDLY EVENT DETAILS:

👉 Dimmer lighting

👉 Little to no music playing in the store

👉 A step-by-step informational guide that allows parents/guardians to plan their Workshop experience in advance. (Download it HERE: https://www.buildabear.com/…/SensoryFriendlyEvent_Flyer_Map…

👉 All ages and siblings welcome

(Build-A-Bear Workshop)

  • January, 15
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Australian Wildlife Fundraiser – Mommy & Me Koala Love

We love our animals, and our animal lovers and our hearts are breaking over the destruction of life and habitat in Australia right now.

We invite you to come ‘Paint It Forward,’ and help us play a small part in the recovery and treatment of Australia’s greatest treasures.

$10 from every ticket purchased will be forwarded to the Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors emergency fund, where over 90,000 animals have been treated.

This can be done as a Parent & Me class (purchase 2 tickets) or on a singular canvas (purchase one ticket).

Please arrive 15 minutes early to get signed in and find your seat. You are welcome to bring any food, snacks or non-alcoholic beverages with you to class!

Contact Info | 828-333-3243 | asheville@wineanddesign.com

  • January, 11
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Dine Out for Forest Schools

Join us at Chipotle Mexican Grill to support The Forest School Foundation and Asheville’s premiere all-outdoor preschool and kindergarten, the Growing Wild Forest School.

Make sure to tell the cashier you’re supporting #forestschools to ensure that 33% of the proceeds will be donated to our organization’s mission of nature connection and education for the next generation.

Please note: Online orders will not be included in the fundraiser total. Only in-restaurant purchases will be counted in the fundraiser. Gift card purchases during fundraisers do not count towards total donated sales, but purchases made with an existing gift card will count.

  • January, 11
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Aerial Kids Parents Night Out! (5-12yrs)

Friday, January 17th from 6:15pm-8:00pm

This event provides a fun and exciting introduction to circus arts for kids age 5-12 while giving parents a well-deserved break. The time will be divided between 60 minutes of class followed by 45 minutes of aerial playtime. Students will develop better body awareness, coordination, strength, flexibility, and self esteem in a fun, safe, and supportive movement environment. Class will start with a floor based warm up, followed by learning new movements on both the ground and in the air on aerial apparatuses. The last part of class will be supervised playtime for students to have fun and explore on both the ground and in the air. All levels welcome, no experience required.

  • January, 10
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It’s SNOW much fun: Winter Enrollment Open House!

It’s time to enroll for our winter/spring session at The Little Gym! Come experience all the fun of The Little Gym with your kiddos! There will be lots of activities in the gym, crafts, legos, story time and even a snack-tivity! From 5:00-6:00, we’d like to invite children under 3 years old. And from 6:00-8:00, children over 3 and up to age 12. Join us for the fun and your child could be rolling, flipping and making new friends as early as January 13th!

  • January, 8
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Open House

Have you been curious about Kids Garden?

It’s time to come explore our space! We’re opening our creative arts drop-in learning center to any families who want to come see what we’re all about! Our teachers will be here, ready to answer any questions you may have. Bring the kids too so they can practice yoga with Ms. Shelby at 4, play on the play-set, and even get their face painted with our favorite face painter!

New Families who purchase a membership will have their registration fee ($25 value) waived! Come join the KG Family!

  • January, 8
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