Outdoor Halloween Pop-Up-Party, A Kid Hop Hooray Dance Party

HALLOWEEN KID HOP HOORAY!
Oct 26th 10:00am-1:00pm – Halloween Outdoor Kid Hop presented by The Orange Peel at Asheville Pizza & Brewing. SURPRISE! This one will be outside at 75 Coxe Avenue downtown (next door to Asheville Brewing on Coxe Ave). Drop in anytime! The event will feature an open dance area, a live DJ spinning all our favorite age appropriate tunes, a costume contest, Halloween crafts, a bounce house, and of course, great Asheville Brewing beer on offer for the parents (and/or kids’ juice boxes)! Snacks for purchase from Asheville Pizza Co and the The Hop Ice Creamery. Padded area available for crawlers and new walkers to play and explore.

$5/Adults & Kids 12+yrs, $3/Kids ages 2-12yrs

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The Fall Madison Market

Pumpkin Spice and everything nice! That’s what you’ll find at this market and so much more. We are proud to offer beautiful handmade items, cute clothing, beauty products, and delicious treats! Don’t take our word for it. Come and see for yourself!

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Land of Sky Symphonic Band-Halloween Spooktacular

Land of Sky Symphonic Band – Halloween Spooktacular!
Thur 10/31 7:30pm Doors open at 7pm
Ticket holders are encouraged to wear creative costumes to the show in the spirit of Halloween. There will be prizes awarded for the most original costumes.

Land of the Sky Symphonic Band, a 43-piece community band comprised of professional and amateur musicians of all walks of life who live in Buncombe, Henderson and McDowell counties, will stage a Halloween Spooktacular at White Horse Black Mountain on Thursday, Oct. 31 at 7:30 p.m.

The band, under the musical direction of Dr. David Wilken, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and a North Carolina Arts Council, Grassroots Arts Program grant recipient. Group members rehearse weekly in Asheville.

Dr.Wilken is a graduate of Illinois Wesleyan University who earned his Master of Music in Jazz Studies from DePaul University and the Doctor of Arts in Trombone Performance from Ball State University. He has served as assistant professor of jazz and brass at Adams State College in Alamosa, Colo. and assistant professor/coordinator of jazz studies at the University of North Carolina at Asheville. He is currently an instructor of music at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, N.C. Dr. Wilken serves as music director and lead trombone of the Asheville Jazz Orchestra.

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Fall Tree Giveaway

Oct 13th 1:00pm-4:00pm – Fall Tree Giveaway to Buncombe County residents at Buncombe County Sports Park with Asheville GreenWorks, Duke Energy, and Buncombe County Government. “Join Asheville GreenWorks and Duke Energy in growing our urban canopy at the Fall Tree Giveaway. We will be giving away Oaks, Sycamores, Red Maples, Black gums, River Birches, Persimmons, Hickorys, or Sourwoods. One tree per Buncombe County household with either a valid ID or a recent bill for address verification. To receive a free tree, you will need to go through a short on-site training on how to plant and take care of your tree. This training is provided by certified arborists and is required for all attendees.”

Pre-registration is not required but is strongly suggested HERE: https://asheville-greenworks.networkforgood.com/…/15518-fal…

or by calling 828-254-1776

https://www.facebook.com/events/470337453553741/?ti=icl

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Bears Bees + Brews Festival

Come celebrate wildlife conservation and engage with incredible environmental organizations, while enjoying lively, family-friendly entertainment, sweet + savory bites, and tasty brews, all in one place.

Free » Live Music » Food Vendors » Brews » Education » Art » Vendors » Games » Raffles » Silent Auction » Get Social Photo Opps » Family-Friendly » Friendly Dogs Welcomed

Join the guest list and spread the word.

We began this project to establish and nurture wildlife coexistence, wildlife corridors and conservation trusts, and bring together the work of a wide variety of wildlife, pollinator and environmental organizations, and present it all together to the public via an annual festival, dinners, social media and more…

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Book Signing with T.G. Bryant, Author of The Canvas Adventures

Visit Barnes & Noble on Saturday, September 28th at 1 p.m. Author T.G. Bryant will be in the store signing his children’s book, The Canvas Adventures.

About The Canvas Adventures:

Gabriel’s life is about to change. He lives in a world where change never happens. In Harmony, a tyrannical mayor dictates everyone’s lives without opposition. Gabriel makes a plan to change the routine of such a boring, regimented life. In his quest, he never expected to find himself in an unfamiliar place. And, unfortunately for him, his past is hot on his trail.

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Halloween Costume Contest

Happy Halloween! On October 31st we’re asking you to come to Stroller Strides dressed in a costume! Get creative because the best mama costume will win a free massage! And the kiddo with the best costume will win a treat bag!

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Family Hike with Fit4Mom

Getting outside feeds the body, mind, and soul. Join Fit4Mom Asheville in exploring 8 amazing easy to moderate hikes, all under 3 miles over the course of 8 weeks. Come to one or come to all and rediscover what so many love most about southern Appalachia.

Not to mention, being outside in the forest has numerous benefits to both you and your children. A simple hike can reduce stress, increase one’s attention span, improve sensory skills and aid cognitive development.

New to hiking with your kids? Learn from our mamas their top tips, tricks and must bring necessities in our Hiking with Kids blog.

Each Saturday, we will meet at the trailhead at 10:00 AM. If you are interested in carpooling or convoying, let us know.

Fit4Mom Asheville asks that you please RSVP to the event so we know if we are waiting for anyone else to arrive at the trailhead. Feel free to contact us with any questions.

Sept 7th: Bent Creek Experimental Forest

Sept 14th: Carrier Park

Sept 21st: Hominy Creek Greenway

Sept 28th: Triple Falls

Oct 5th: Linville Falls

Oct 12th: Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center

Oct 19th: Craggy Gardens

Oct 26th: Moore Cove Falls

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Fall Festival (CANCELLED)

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED, however they will still be open 11am-6pm, and invite you to stop by and grab a pumpkin!

Rooster Head Plantation and Pisgah Collective are hosting their second annual Fall Festival. Come out to this free (entry) community event at 1200 Old Hendersonville Hwy. Take the bike path and enjoy the day. There will be lawn games, hay rides, food vendors, live demos, live music, face painting, fall photo booth, and lots more!

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Appalachian Christmas

Let the nostalgic charm of Appalachian hospitality warm you this holiday season. Awaken the spirit of Christmas through live music, famed storytelling, hearty meals and moving worship. Visit the Appalachian Christmas Craft Show or area shops. Step back in time with turn-of-the-century Christmas décor at the exquisite Biltmore Estate and our newly remodeled Lambuth Inn.

Two and three-night packages are available and include lodging, meals and tickets to all performances. Individual concert tickets are also available for purchase – $18 general admission, $23 reserved seating, plus tax.

The schedule of events is below:

Thursday, December 12:
7:30 p.m. – “Rediscover Christmas” by Acts of Renewal
Enjoy a fresh perspective on Christmas through this funny and moving dramatic show that has captivated audiences across the country. Enjoy a series of vignettes beginning with a comedic tale of two blue collar shepherds who are in the right place at the right time on Christmas eve, followed by a moving rendition of the Annunciation, a tender funny story about ice fishing, a hilarious look at dealing with in-laws at Christmas, and a true story of an Appalachian single mom in need of a Christmas miracle. For the finale, you’ll hear the Christmas story like you’ve never heard it before! Entrance to this event is included only when you purchase the Appalachian Christmas package – no additional tickets will be sold.

Friday, December 13:
7:30 p.m. – Handel’s “Messiah”
A group of regional choristers, orchestra and the Lake Junaluska Singers will sing selections from Handel’s “Messiah” which tells of Christ’s birth. “Messiah” is a baroque-era music composition for orchestra, choir and soloists composed by George Frideric Handel from 1741-42. Notable musical selections include the Hallelujah Chorus, For Unto Us A Child Born, and Glory to God.

Saturday, December 14:
9 a.m.-4 p.m. – Appalachian Christmas Craft Show
The Appalachian Christmas craft show brings together vendors from across the Appalachian region to sell their unique and beautiful crafts. The show is hosted by the Junaluska Woman’s Club and all profits go toward charitable organizations. The show is open to the public.

2 p.m. – Summer Brooke & Mountain Faith Band
Since the year 2000, the Mountain Faith Band has performed their unique brand of Americana / Roots music to audiences from coast to coast. During Appalachian Christmas, Summer Brooke & Mountain Faith Band will perform songs from their popular Christmas album “The Sounds of Christmas.” Getting to know MFB is easy; their humility, kindness and love of community shines through on stage and casual conversation. Above all else, MFB is thankful for the opportunities God has provided them through music.

7:30 p.m. – Lake Junlauska Singers Christmas Concert
This 16-voice, award-winning ensemble was formed in 1954, and their legacy includes national and international performances for conferences, dignitaries and major events. Their music ranges from classical choral and contemporary works to gospel, folk, traditional hymns and musical theatre. During Appalachian Christmas, the Lake Junaluska Singers will focus on festive songs new and old that celebrate the joy of the season.

Sunday, December 15:
9:30 a.m. – Appalachian Christmas Worship Service
Conclude your Appalachian Christmas with a stirring Advent worship service in our beautiful and historic stone chapel on the edge of the lake.

Go to www.lakejunaluska.com/christmas for more information.