ville. $15 nonmembers/$9 members. Limited space; call 697-8333 to register. Visit www.handsonwnc.org.
Aug. 11
HAND IN HAND COOKOUT: Hand in Hand, Valley Churches helping Valley Schools, hosts a cookout with proceeds benefiting students in the Owen school district, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on the front lawn of the United Methodist Church, at Church and Main Street, downtown Black Mountain. Adults $6, children $4. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT: Biltmore United Methodist Church hosts night out, 5-8 p.m. the second Saturday of the month, for infants to fifth-graders. With educational activities and snacks. $5 per child. Email leslee@biltmoreumc.org or call 274-2379 to RSVP. ‘NUTCRACKER’ AND PRE-PROFESSIONAL BALLET AUDITIONS: Ballet Conservatory holds auditions for its annual “Nutcracker” production and its preprofessional and trainee divisions. Beginner (age 10-12, 9:30 a.m.), Intermediate (age 12-13, 11 a.m.) and Advanced (14-18, 12:30 p.m.). Children ages 6-9 may also perform; call for information. Nutcracker tours Dec. 6 and runs Dec. 13-14 at Diana Wortham Theatre, downtown Asheville. Auditions at Five Points Studios, 6 E. Chestnut, Asheville. Visit www.BalletConservatoryofAsheville.com or call 255-5777. OPEN HOUSE: Ballet Conservatory studios are open for registration, to meet faculty and free sample class, 3-5 p.m. Sample classes for ages 3-5 at 3:30 p.m. and for ages 6-8 at 4 p.m. Fall classes begin week of Aug. 20 in ballet, modern, jazz, tap, hiphop, acting, musical theatre for all ages. Discount for siblings and multiple classes. At 6 E. Chestnut, (corner of Broadway and Chestnut). Visit www.BalletConservatoryofAsheville.com or call 255-5777. SHINDIG ON THE GREEN: Mountain tradition, with bluegrass and old-time string bands, cloggers, storytellers and more. 7-10 p.m. at Roger McGuire Green at Pack Square Park, Asheville. Visit www.folkheritage.org. SOURWOOD FESTIVAL: Family friendly festival with music, food, arts and crafts, more, in Black Mountain. Visit www.sourwoodfestival.com. WEE TRADE: WNC’s biggest consignment sale. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at WNC Ag Center Davis Event Center, Gate 5, 1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher. Visit www.wee-trade.net. WNC FALL BALL REGISTRATION: Baseball for ages 4-16. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Oakley Recreation Center, 749 Fairview Road, Asheville. Visit www.wncfallball.com. WOOD DAY: Folk Art Center hosts annual celebration of wood crafts, with demonstrations in flute making, wood turning, broom making, furniture design, more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Carve-Off Competition starts at 1 p.m. Free. Visit www.southernhighlandguild.org.
Aug. 12
MUSIC ON THE MOUNTAIN: Balsam Range and The Harris Brothers perform at the new amphitheater in the Meadows at Chimney Rock Park. 3:30-7:30 p.m. Visit www.chimneyrockpark.com for details and ticket information. SOURWOOD FESTIVAL: Family friendly festival with music, food, arts and crafts, more, in Black Mountain. Visit www.sourwoodfestival.com.
WEE TRADE: WNC’s biggest consignment sale. Noon-6 p.m. at WNC Ag Center Davis Event Center, Gate 5, 1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher. Visit www.wee-trade.net.
Aug. 13
CELEBRATE PREGNANCY CLASS: The Baby Place at Park Ridge Health offers a twist on a normal childbirth class, covering important labor process and support techniques, dealing with pregnancy ailments, breast-feeding and newborn care. Includes a massage voucher with the $65 fee. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at The Health Adventure, Biltmore Square Mall, 800 Brevard Road, Call 681-2229 or visit www.parkridgebabies.com to register.
Aug. 14
CANDY CONSTRUCTION CAMP: Learn the sweet science of making candy and make your own creations with candy. Ages 8 and older. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Hands On! A Child’s Gallery, 318 N. Main St., Hendersonville. $15 nonmembers/$9 members. Limited space; call 697-8333 to register. Visit www.handsonwnc.org.
Aug. 15
SECRET AGENT 23 SKIDOO: All ages show at 10 a.m. at Black Mountain Library. Visit www.buncombecounty.org. WACKY WEDNESDAY: Fun with Noodle Mania. 2-4 p.m. All ages. Free with admission at Hands On! A Child’s Gallery, 318 N. Main St., Hendersonville. Call 697-8333 or visit www.handsonwnc.org.
Aug. 16
ART OF BREAST-FEEDING: Pardee Hospital offers free class for new moms, 6:30-8 p.m. at hospital, 800 N. Justice St., Hendersonville. Registration is required. Call 866-790-WELL or visit www.pardeehospital.org to register. BUBBLE MANIA: Learn about bubbles by blowing and playing with lots of them. Take home bubbles and instructions on how to create your own. Ages 6-10, younger with participating adult. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Hands On! A Child’s Gallery, 318 N. Main St., Hendersonville. $15 nonmembers/$9 members. Limited space; call 697-8333 to register. Visit www.handsonwnc.org. DRAKE SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCE: Free class, 5:30 p.m. Ages 5-7 and 8-14 welcome. RSVP by Aug. 15. At Asheville Performing Arts Academy, 210 Merrimon Ave., Asheville. Visit www.drakedance.com. Call 253-4000 to reserve a spot. SING, SIGN AND STORY TIME: 10 a.m. Thursdays, West Asheville Vineyard, 717 Haywood Road, Asheville. $7 per family per session. No weekly commitment. Learn sign language through music, movement and signing. Contact Rebekah Alley at rebekah@mysmarthands.com or 712-4587. Visit www.mysmarthands.com.
Aug. 17
FREE HIKE FRIDAY: Take guided hike out to Hickory Nut Falls, tallest waterfall on the East Coast. No registration necessary. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Chimney Rock Park. Free with admission. Visit www.chimneyrockpark.com. WEE TRADE: WNC’s biggest consignment sale. 10
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Aug. 18
ASHEVILLE YMCA SWIM LESSONS: Classes for ages 6 months and older, Saturday mornings, Aug. 18-Sept. 8. Registration deadline is Aug. 17. Starts at $40. Call 210-9605 or visit www.ymcawnc.org. CARING FOR CHILDREN FUNDRAISER: Artist Jonas Gerard will create and paint live to music, followed by a live auction of paintings, 1-3 p.m. in Pack Square Park. Caring for Children provides a wide variety of community based services in Buncombe County and WNC, including foster/respite care programs and family preservation services. Visit www.caring4children.org or call 231-8838. LEILA PATTERSON FITNESS CENTER TRIATHLON: 200-yard pool swim, 17.5-mile challenging bike ride and rolling 5K. Individuals and relay teams welcome. $40. Starts at 7 a.m. Visit www.imathlete.com/events/LPCTriathlon or call 209-6900 for information. OPEN HOUSE: From 2-5 p.m., Asheville Performing Arts Academy offers tours of new location at 210 Merrimon Ave., and chance to meet staff. Classes for ages 5-18. Learn about preschool and pre-ballet program. Call 253-4000. OPEN HOUSE: The Little Gym of Asheville will host a Back to School Open House, 2-4 p.m., with games, door prizes and refreshments. Learn about our new programs for children ages 4 months-12 years. Call 667-9588 or visit www.tlgashevillenc.com for details. At 1000 Brevard Road, Suite 168, Asheville. SHINDIG ON THE GREEN: Mountain tradition, with bluegrass and old-time string bands, cloggers, storytellers and more. 7-10 p.m. at Roger McGuire Green at Pack Square Park, Asheville. Visit www.folkheritage.org. THE BUZZ ON BEES: Observe enclosed working beehives, chat with beekeeping experts, learn basics of beekeeping, and more. With crafts and activities for kids. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Chimney Rock Park. Free with admission. Visit www.chimneyrockpark.com. WEE TRADE: WNC’s biggest consignment sale. Half-off sale, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at WNC Ag Center Davis Event Center, Gate 5, 1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher. Visit www.wee-trade.net.
Aug. 19
CELEBRATE PREGNANCY CLASS: The Baby Place at Park Ridge Health offers a twist on a normal childbirth class, covering important labor process and support techniques, dealing with pregnancy ailments, breast-feeding and newborn care. Includes a massage voucher with the $65 fee. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Park Ridge Health, 100 Hospital Drive, Hendersonville. Call 681-2229 or visit www.parkridgebabies.com to register.
Aug. 20
DRUGLESS THERAPY TALK: For ADD, ADHD, dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Free talk about how the brain processes information and how the problems can be permanently corrected in adults and children. Improve the ability to learn, remember and focus. 6:30 p.m. at Earth Fare West-
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