It is the year of our Lord, 1298. King Edward ( Longshanks) has begun his invasion of Scotland to challenge the ” Guardian of Scotland”, Robert the Bruce. The Clans have been called, the fires have been lit and the pipes sing the song of Scotland. Please join the Incipient Canton of Stormwall as they host the Hawkwood Baronial Birthday XIV, in a Scottish Highland gathering where warriors will show their skill and strength in Heavy Weapons, Rapier, Archery, Thrown Weapons and a complete Equestrian competition in a lighted and covered arena to include Joust, Cabor Toss, the might of the Stones Throw and the Scottish Tug of War to determine the final champion as there can be ” Only One”. So gather those tartans and wear your plaid with pride. The Highlanders have arrived.
The Event website :
https://sites.google.com/view/gathering-of-the-clans/home
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The Rock and Roll Playhouse presents …
The Rock and Roll Playhouse family concerts are a unique and interactive shows set in remarkable venues. Our 60-minute family-concerts focus on specific eras, artists, and genres of music. During each fun-filled show, children explore live music, movement, and collaborative creativity. Young talents gain knowledge and develop their musical skills through laughter and imagination. We invite the whole family to join us and play as we aim to build creativity in children through the beat of rock ‘n’ roll.
THIS EVENT IS ALL AGES
Children under 1 are FREE
Doors open at 12:00pm, Show starts at 12:30pm
Apr 28th: The Music of Prince
May 5th: The Music of Bob Marley
June 16th: The Music of Grateful Dead Father’s Day Celebration
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Visit Local 2019
Join us at the Visitor Center on Valentine’s Day to celebrate all things local! Live music, door prizes, and tons of information for our locals to take advantage of!
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Pilkey Palooza
Saturday January 19, 2019 2:00 PM
It’s Pilkey Palooza in our stores! We’re celebrating Dav Pilkey’s newest release and want you to join in the fun activities and stickers giveaway, while supplies last.
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Movie Night Potluck
We’re bringing back Movie Night Potluck at the Literacy Council! This event is free, open to everyone, and is a great opportunity to hang out with fellow tutors and community members, watch a movie, and eat some great food!
The rundown:
Friday, February 22, doors open at 5:30 pm, film starts at 6:00 pm
Double feature documentary shorts with discussion: The Trader and Out of Many, One (subject to change)
Bring a potluck item! (optional, and it can be an easy snack item!)
One free beer will be provided to everyone 21 and older (thanks to the generosity of Highland Brewing!)
Space is limited, so please RSVP here or to volunteers@litcouncil.com
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Teacher Work Day Art Camp (5-12yrs)
School is out for the day!
Come and make art!!!!
Ages 5–12
Don’t forget to bring a lunch and clothes to get messy in!
Register online at:
www.msartschool.com
- January, 18
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Furloughed Federal Employees – Meals & Deals
To show support for those Federal employees that are out of work or working without pay during the government shutdown, many local businesses are reaching out with free meals or services. We’ve rounded them all up in one spot, for you. This is an ever changing list, which is likely to grow the longer the shutdown occurs, so keep checking back. And, if you know of other deals being offered to add, please let us know!
See them all HERE: http://bit.ly/FurloughedEmployees
- January, 18
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Summer Camp Parent Meeting
SUMMER CAMP PARENT MEETINGS!
PLEASE NOTE: in order to be qualified to register for our Base Camp Summer Camp Program, at least one parent/guardian must attend one of these meetings.) These meetings will present Camp Structure, prices, expectations, and registration process.
February 18th @6:00 PM
February 20th @6:00 PM (RESCHEDULED TO Feb 25th)
February 27th @6:00 PM
February 29th @9:00 AM
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No Cost Dental Sealants (2nd Graders)
NO COST DENTAL SEALANTS FOR 2ND GRADERS IN ASHEVILLE CITY AND BUNCOMBE COUNTY SCHOOLS!
Every Friday, through May – No Cost Dental Sealants at A-B Tech College Dental Clinic. Dental sealants will be available to second graders at no cost to the children, their families or the schools. The Eblen Dental Sealant Program is open to all second-graders in the Asheville City and Buncombe County Schools who are in need of sealants and whose molars are ready and show no decay. There is no financial eligibility or requirement to be able to receive the sealants.
For more information about this program, contact Susan Riddle at the Eblen Charities at 828-255-3066 ext. 11 or via email at sriddle@eblencharities.org.
Learn more HERE: https://www.buncombecounty.org/countycent…/news-detail.aspx…
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Grand Open House – Explore Waldorf Education (Adults ONLY – No Childcare Provided)
Come and experience Asheville Waldorf School for yourself!
Choose from 20 diverse workshops and lectures, tour the school, and hear from Waldorf alumni. This is YOUR day to learn and play.
Our Grand Open House is offered by the Asheville Waldorf School Faculty both to our school community, and to the community at large. We invite those curious about Waldorf Education, those wishing to deepen their understanding of Waldorf pedagogy, and those who want to simply live into a child’s day at school. All are welcome.
This is an Adult-only event. Childcare is not provided.
Registration Instructions
Please complete ONE registration per person. If two people are coming together, and going to all of the same classes, you need to complete two full registrations. This helps us to streamline check-in when you arrive on the day of the event.
Also! You can only be in one place at one time! So please sign up for only one class per time slot. A Single class period is 40 minutes. A Double period is 90 minute.
Class times are:
At the Azalea Campus at 27 Balm Grove Avenue:
Azalea Campus: 9:00-9:40 a.m., 9:50-10:30 a.m., 11:00-11:40 a.m., 11:50-12:30
Lunch 12:30-1:55 p.m. at Magnolia Campus
Magnolia Campus: 2:00-2:40 p.m., 2:50-3:30 p.m.
Closing Circle 3:40-4:00 p.m.
Colorful Palate is once again providing a delicious meal for our event! Meals must be purchased by January 20th.
Click on the Tickets tab to begin.
You will receive emails prompting you to print your tickets for this event. YOU DO NOT NEED TO DO THIS! We will have your registration packet ready for you when you arrive to sign in at 8:30 a.m. (!) on Saturday, January 26th! Classes begin at 9:00 a.m. sharp!
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