Lake James is a winter stopover for many ducks, grebes, loons and other migratory waterfowl. These birds are once again massing for their northward migration in anticipation of the spring breeding season. Park Ranger Jamie Cameron will have his field guide and a spotting scope to help participants enjoy viewing some of these colorful travelers before they go. Bring binoculars if you have then and dress for the weather. Meet at the Paddy’s Creek Area bathhouse breezeway at 10 a.m.
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Spring Peeper Promenade
What are those? They sound like crickets … maybe katydids, but they aren’t. When the temperatures warm up just a little bit, any wet drainage blossoms with the calls of one our smallest frogs – the Spring Peeper. This program will set out to discuss various frog species, but specifically focus on the diminutive Spring Peeper. Several frog habitat types will be searched including a known Spring Peeper hotspot. Meet Park Ranger Kevin Bischof at the Holly Discovery Trail parking area at 1 p.m. and be prepared to walk about a mile.
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Discover the Holly Discovery Trail
The Holly Discovery Trail is an award-winning trail that offers 18 interactive stations, specifically designed for young people. Meet Park Ranger Jamie Cameron as he leads a hike along this ¾-mile trek and introduces the wonders of Lake James to the next generation of nature lovers. The hike starts at 10 a.m. from the Holly Discovery Trailhead, located in the Paddy’s Creek Area of the park. Bring warm clothes and your imagination and be prepared to discover the Holly Discovery.
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Asheville Middle School Cheerleading Pancake Breakfast
Stop into FATZ and help support the Asheville Middle School Cheerleaders.
Breakfast includes: pancakes, sausage links, bacon, maple syrup, butter, mixed fruit, coffee, tea or milk.
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To purchase advance tickets contact Levette Campbell at (828) 775-5084 or at levette.campbell@acsgmail.
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Fuzzy Love Adoption Event
Meet cats for adoption at Wild Birds Unlimited, Asheville, NC, while the dogs will be waiting to meet you at Great Harvest Bread Company.
Handmade dog treats will be available for the visiting puppy dogs in Gabrielle‘s Northwest Gallery.
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Moderate Hiking Series Interest Meeting
Our moderate hiking series begins this month. Seven hikes in total – one in each of our valley communities. These 2-3 mile moderate hikes will explore the history of Riceville, Bee Tree, Swannanoa, Black Mountain, North Fork, Montreat, and Ridgecrest. Find out more at our upcoming interest meeting on Thursday, March 10 @ 6:30pm @ the Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Hikes are held Saturdays from March through September, with the exception of July. Participants can hike a single hike or complete the entire series (series finishers are awarded a prize during a hike celebration in December).
The cost of each hike is $20 for members and $30 for nonmembers. The cost of the full series is $140 for members, and $210 for nonmembers. Proceeds benefit the nonprofit Swannanoa Valley Museum, established in 1989 for the preservation and interpretation of the Valley’s history. For more, visit swannanoavalleymuseum.org.
To register for a hike, email info@swannanoavalleymuseum.org or call 669-9566
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St John Mission Alive Clothes Giveaway
FREE clothes with a donation of canned goods. Your donation is encouraged but is NOT mandatory. Come select clothing for yourself, your family or anyone you know who is in need.
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Grand Opening
“Our Grand Opening is Friday and Saturday! A portion of sales from every drink sold will benefit Brother Wolf and Our Voice- come check it out!”
Kids Craft 10am-1pm on Saturday
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Cherokee Lights & Legends Christmas Festival
This special Christmas event invites your family to stroll under the lights through fun, interactive displays that tell ancient Cherokee Christmas legends. And that’s just for starters. You can also see the lighting of our 40-ft. Christmas tree, have a visit with Santa, and take a spin on our synthetic ice rink. Your family will also find a bonfire with Cherokee storytelling, two bouncy houses, a 9-hole mini-golf course, face painting, balloon animals, the opportunity to create a Par-T-Pet (similar to a Build-a-Bear®), and free cotton candy and popcorn. Also, make plans to join us for our New Year’s Eve fireworks show.
Hours: 6–9 p.m.
Admission and entertainment cost: Admission is free to your family. We also offer some inexpensive entertainment options: $5—Skating (30 minutes) $5—One picture with Santa (on CD) $7—Most activities inside Exhibit Hall $15—Includes 30 min. skating session, most of the activities inside the Exhibit Hall, and one picture with Santa (on CD)
Ticket info: Admission is free, and you can purchase additional activities at the event. CASH ONLY.
Contact info: Call the Cherokee Welcome Center toll free at 800.438.1601 or locally at 828.359.6490. Email: travel@nc-cherokee.com
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Cruise the Smokies Fall Rod Run
Enjoy a vintage car show featuring hundreds of restored and enhanced vintage cars. Chat with their owners to get each car’s unique history, enjoy pristine paint jobs, and have your fill of polished chrome. This show will have food, memorabilia, and automobile parts vendors and will be hosted with music by a professional DJ for lots of old-fashioned fun.
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