Join us for a reading for families that foster and/or adopt kids. Mamie Adams, a foster care recruiter from Eliada (a non-profit agency serving the children and families of Western North Carolina), will read Murphy’s Three Homes. All are welcome!
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Explore a 200-acre Former NASA Facility
Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.
PARI is open to the public for self-guided tours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Scheduled guided tours are available each Wednesday at 2 p.m. and each Saturday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.
Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. The rate is $15 per person with a flat rate of $150 for groups of less than 10 people.
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3rd Annual Festival Day of the Dead
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5th Annual New Years Ruby Drop
It’s time for the 5th Annual New Years Ruby Drop on Main St. Franklin, NC. This event is hosted by Motor Company Grill and Crabtree General Store. Many Businesses will be open along Main Street having indoor parties and live music and drinks!
Motor Co. will be serving dinner inside and have drinks and heaters on the patio.
Music will play along Main Street and the 7′ Tall Ruby will drop in Town Square at midnight to ring in 2019!!!!
This event is free!
Come have your party on Main Street with local businesses!!!!!!!
- December, 31
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Farmers Market
Thursdays and Saturdays Year Round
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays (Apr-Nov)
Tuesdays: 8:00am-5:00pm
Thurs, Fri’s & Sat’s: 8:00am-2:00pm
The Curb Market has been a local Hendersonville tradition since 1924. What began as a group of farmers bringing their extra produce to town for the “city folk” has expanded over the years to include some of the freshest fruits & vegetables, plants & fresh cut flowers, homemade jams, jellies & baked goods and hand made mountain crafts.
A favorite of locals and visitors alike, the Curb Market always has something different. Each vendor brings his specialty items for a unique collection of offerings. Come visit and make new friends while enjoying some of the best that Henderson County has to offer.
- December, 30
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Appalachian Folk Festival
Mark your calendars now for our Folk Festival in October! This event is free and celebrates the traditions and cultures of the people who call the North Carolina mountains home. Programs and demonstrations will feature old-time music, local craftsmen, and artists. Observe cooking demonstrations in the historic Vance hearth or a local blacksmith as he uses his anvil to shape metal. You can spend the day in the Reems Creek Valley with delicious barbecue for purchase from Mountain View BBQ & Deli and free crafts for kids!
- December, 30
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Big Ivy Heritage Day
Vance Birthplace partners with the Big Ivy Historical Park in Barnardsville for a Heritage Day. Staff set-up on the front porch of the Carson Cabin and demonstrate spinning while promoting upcoming Vance Birthplace events.
- December, 30
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Filmmaking After School (2nd-6th Grade)
Join us for weekly adventures in filmmaking after school! Monday afternoons (Wednesdays available if Mondays fill)
Students will make movies and animations! Topics change every month.
January is 90 second Newberry! We’ll be making a film for the book: My Father’s Dragon. February, March, April, and May films TBD.
Flexible dropoff & pickup 30 minutes before/after each class
- December, 30
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Gym & Swim Program (3-5yrs)
Tuesdays, January 3rd-Feb 14th
YMCA Gym & Swim for preschoolers is a great way to introduce your child to the gym and pool. After 30 minutes of structured games and activities using music, balls, parachute play and more, we’ll head into the pool for structured lesson in the water. Parent participation is NOT required for this class. We can bring children who are signed up from the YDC to the gym. Parents will pick up at the pool.
Call the Member Service Desk for details and registration at 828 651 9622
- December, 30
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A Night in Wonderland Daddy/Daughter Dance
Session 1 2:30pm-4:30pm
Session 2 6:30pm-8:30pm
Treat your little princess to an evening in wonderland with music, refreshments and dancing. Every young lady will receive a flower and goodie bag.
All ages welcome.
Formal attire. Professional photographer will be onsite.
Tickets are $20 per couple ($5 each additional daughter) and must be purchased in advance at hcprd.com or by calling 828-697-4884 before Jan 31st. Tickets will not be sold at the door.
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