who are changing the world. All ages program at 10:30 a.m. at Black Mountain Library. Visit www.buncombecounty.org. MEET THE AUTHOR: Teen novel author Stephanie Perkins visits Pack Memorial Library, downtown Asheville, at 6:30 p.m. For ages 12 and older. Visit www.buncombecounty.org. TEDDY BEAR TEA PARTY: Bring your favorite bear for songs, snacks, stories and more. At 10:30 a.m. at Historic Johnson Farm, 3346 Haywood Road, Hendersonville. No one admitted after 10:20 a.m. Call 891-6585 or visit www.historicjohnsonfarm.org.
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CHILDBIRTH CLASSES: A free two-session class, Aug. 2 and 9, for expectant parents covering the labor and delivery process, relaxation, breathing patterns, birth options, positioning and comfort measures. 6:30–9 p.m. Registration required. At Pardee Hospital, 800 N. Justice St., Hendersonville. Call 866-790-WELL or visit www.pardeehospital.org to register. MOUNTAIN DANCE AND FOLK FESTIVAL: 85th annual event celebrating Southern Appalachian culture with dance and music. 7-10 p.m. Aug. 2, 3 and 4 at Diana Wortham Theatre in Pack Place. Adults $20, children $10. Visit www.mountainheritage.org. MOUNTAIN STORY MAGIC: Dream big at this program for all ages at 11 a.m. at Leicester Library. Groups should call before attending. Visit www.buncombecounty.org.
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