September 2024: Things to do in Asheville and beyond! (2024)

September 2024: Your guide to things to do in Asheville and across Western North Carolina!

Things to do with your kids in Asheville, Hendersonville and WNC – find plenty to do from babies to teens. Look for weekly updates and highlights and even more events at wncparent.com.

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This month:

Land of Oz in Beech Mountain hosts the annual Autumn at Oz Festival, celebrating the 85th anniversary of the classic MGM film, “The Wizard of Oz,” Sept. 6 – 18, 13 – 15 and 20 – 22. Tickets and details are available at landofoznc.com.

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Fall Girl Scout Day and Campout is Sept. 28-29 at Chimney Rock Park. Cost: $19 Scout, $14 Adult, $6 additional youth. Camping is $10 per person. Join for a weekend of hands-on programs and activities that will get scouts outdoors and engaging with the natural world. Explore the park in the afternoon, and then pitch a tent in the meadows for the optional campout. Registration is limited to 150 scouts and closes on Sept. 20. For details, visit chimneyrockpark.com/event/fall-girl-scout-day-and-campout-3.

Chiquitos Preschool Program, a Spanish and art immersion preschool program for ages 3 and 4, launches in September in downtown Asheville inside the LEAF Global Arts Center. The program is 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and it integrates child-based learning through play and art in a Spanish immersive setting. For details, visit chiquitospreschoolprogram.com.

Sunday, Sept. 1

The North Carolina Apple Festival is in Hendersonville. For a full schedule of events, visit ncapplefestival.org.

Monday, Sept. 2

The North Carolina Apple Festival is in Hendersonville. For a full schedule of events, visit ncapplefestival.org.

Tuesday, Sept. 3

Yogi Bears: Yoga for Kids is at 4:30 p.m. at the Columbus Library.

Join Allie every month for a fun, themed session of kids’ yoga. Through song, mindfulness, and movement, kids stretch their bodies and calm their minds. Wear comfy clothes to move in. Yoga mats will be provided. Recommended for ages 5-9. September's theme is Teddy Bear Yoga (plushies are welcome!). Registration is required for each class, and space is limited. Email Allie at asnyder@polklibrary.org to reserve your spot.

Wednesday, Sept. 4

Four O’Clock Club for grades K-5 is at 4 p.m. at the Henderson County Main Library. Call 828-697-4725 for details or visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

Bear Basics for Kids is at 4 p.m. at the Columbus Library. Join a Chimney Rock State Park ranger to begin your adventure into the basics of black bears. What do bears eat? Where do they live? Do they hibernate during NC winters? And will they attack? Let’s answer these and other questions about one of the largest mammals in our woods. Registration encouraged. Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org.

Thursday, Sept. 5

Family Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Swannanoa Library. Call 828-250-6486 or email swannanoa.library@buncombecounty.org.

BCPL: Back to School Community Resource Fair and Dinner is 4:30-6 p.m. at Lord Auditorium at Pack Memorial Library. Enjoy a pizza dinner from Papa John's, with fresh salad and breadsticks from Olive Garden. This event is open to families with children of all ages. Explore the incredible resources available from the library and literacy-focused nonprofits that can help your child succeed this school year. Visit r2sasheville.org.

Friday, Sept. 6

Parents Night Out is 5:15 – 9 p.m. at Asheville YMCA (30 Woodfin St.). A small snack will be provided. If you chose to bring a snack for your child, the snack must be nut free. An extra change of clothes (and prepared bottles for infants) are recommended. Member cost is $30, nonmember cost is $50. Questions? Contact Jenn Lawing, jlawing@ymcawnc.org, 828-552-3605. Visit ymcawnc.org and search “parents” for more information.

Parents Night Out is 5 – 8:45 p.m.

Ferguson Family YMCA (31 Westridge Market Place, Candler) – Kathy Lehman, klehman@ymcawnc.org, 828-575-2929.
Hendersonville Family YMCA (810 6th Ave. W., Hendersonville) – Adriana Argueta, aargueta@ymcawnc.org, 828-697-9622
Reuter Family YMCA (3 Town Square Blvd., Asheville) – Brittney Gasperson, bgasperson@ymcawnc.org, 828-210-2263

If you chose to bring a snack for your child, the snack must be nut free. An extra change of clothes (and prepared bottles for infants) are recommended. Member cost is $30, nonmember cost is $50.

Saturday, Sept. 7

Ramble with a Ranger Around Rumbling Bald from 9-10 a.m. at the Rumbling Bald Loop. Join a Park Ranger for a moderate 1.5 mile hike around the Rumbling Bald Loop. Note: This hike is in the Rumbling Bald access of the state park, not the Chimney Rock access. No fees are required to access this area. Visit chimneyrockpark.com/event/ramble-with-a-ranger-around-rumbling-bald.

JuniorWildwalk is 9:30-11 a.m.at WNC Nature Center. Meet an animal ambassador, take a peek behind-the-scenes, and step into the shoes of animal keepers by helping to prepare and deliver enrichment for animals during this immersive experience. Ages 5-12. An adult is required to attend with the children in a group.Tickets include admission for the day and a 10% discount coupon for the gift shop valid only for the day of the event.For tickets, visit wildwnc.org/calendar.

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Tuesday, Sept. 10

World Wanderings is at 3:30 p.m. at the Columbus Library. A new program for kids ages 5+ and their families! Each month, explore a new country and their holiday traditions through food and other activities. In September, learn about South Korea and theirChuseok (harvest festival) holiday. Registration required. Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up.

Read to a Dog! with Evelyn the Goldendoodle at 4 p.m. at the East Asheville Library. Practice reading with a furry pal at the library and improve your skills with the listening ear of a certified therapy dog from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. All participants must register and sign a waiver to take part. Call the library at 828-250-4738 or e-maileastasheville.library@buncombecounty.orgfor more information.

Wednesday, Sept. 11

Teen Scene: Pizza Cooking Class is at 3:30 p.m. at the Columbus Library. Grades 6-12 can learn how to make pizza using a mobile kitchen. Registration required. Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up. Please note that adults other than library staff, volunteers, and presenters are not permitted to stay in the meeting room during teen programs.

Four O’Clock Club for grades K-5 is at 4 p.m. at the Henderson County Main Library. Call 828-697-4725 for details or visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Thursday, Sept. 12

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Friday, Sept. 13

Baby Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Enka-Candler Library. Call 828-250-4758 or email enka.library@buncombecounty.org.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 8 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Saturday, Sept. 14

Second Saturday arts events are in the River Arts District. Events include artist demos, exhibits and more. For details and locations, visit riverartsdistrict.com.

The 19^th annual WNC Run/Walk for Autism is at Bill Moore Community Park in Fletcher. This community event raises funds to support local autism programs.Deadline to register is noon Sept. 11. For details, visit wncrunwalkforautism.com.

Join R2S at the Festival of Neighborhoods is 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr. Park. Activities include games, literacy events, and a book giveaway, all designed to foster a spirit of kindness and togetherness. Enjoy offerings from food vendors, explore community resources, and take part in interactive experiences that foster community. Visit r2sasheville.org.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 2 and 8 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

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Sunday, Sept. 15

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 1 and 6:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Monday, Sept. 16

Zaniac Learning presents “The Magic of Gardens” at 4 p.m. at the Fletcher Library. Children in grades K-8 will learn about plants using a digital microscope in this interactive session. Register for this free program at hendersoncountync.gov/library or call 828-687-1218.

Tuesday, Sept. 17

FantasticFishes is at 4 p.m. at the Saluda Library. Join an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum and tackle some of some of the hard questions about fish. Come ready to hear about the ecoEXPLORE program and learn all about the many different types of fish that call Western North Carolina their home (and some that don't!). This program is designed for kids in grades K-8. Visit polklibrary.org.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Wednesday, Sept. 18

Fall Homeschool Day is 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (afternoon options begin at 1:30 p.m.) at Chimney Rock Park. Hands-on programs keep students moving and learning more about the natural world. Stick around after lunch and explore the park with your family. Advance registration required. Cost is $14 for adults (park admission), no charge for Adult Annual Passholders; $16 for ages 5-15, $10 Youth Annual Passholder. Visit chimneyrockpark.com/event/fall-homeschool-day-4.

Story Time is 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. at the Asheville YMCA (30 Woodfin St.). Join in for story time with Jen from the Leicester Library. Each month features a new theme with stories, crafts, songs, and interactive activities.This is a free event located in the Youth Development Center. Questions? Contact Jenn Lawing, jlawing@ymcawnc.org, 828-552-3605. Visit ymcawnc.org/schedules/events/story-time-4.

Hora Del Cuento/Bilingual Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Enka-Candler Library. Visit buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/library/branch-locations/enka-candler.aspx.

Play-Doh Club meets from 11 a.m. – noon at the Enka-Candler Library. No registration is necessary, and supplies will be provided. All you need to do is show up ready to play, build and create. Recommended for ages 3 and older, but all are welcome. Visit buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/library/branch-locations/enka-candler.aspx.

Four O’Clock Club for grades K-5 is at 4 p.m. at the Henderson County Main Library. Call 828-697-4725 for details or visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Thursday, Sept. 19

Pajama Storytime is at 6 p.m. at the Columbus Library. All are welcome to wear pajamas and bring stuffed animals and blankets.This programis designed for ages 2-5 andfeatures books, songs, and a fun craft or activity.Visit polklibrary.org.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Friday, Sept. 20

Parents Night Out is 5 – 8:45 p.m.

Ferguson Family YMCA (31 Westridge Market Place, Candler) – Kathy Lehman, klehman@ymcawnc.org, 828-575-2929.
Hendersonville Family YMCA (810 6th Ave. W., Hendersonville) – Adriana Argueta, aargueta@ymcawnc.org, 828-697-9622
Reuter Family YMCA (3 Town Square Blvd., Asheville) – Brittney Gasperson, bgasperson@ymcawnc.org, 828-210-2263

If you chose to bring a snack for your child, the snack must be nut free. An extra change of clothes (and prepared bottles for infants) are recommended. Member cost is $30, nonmember cost is $50.

S'moreytime and Community Campfire are at 6:30 p.m. at the Columbus Library. Story time is designed for ages 2-5, but all are welcome. Story time will be followed by Polk County Parks & Recreation’s community campfire and s’mores. Visit polklibrary.org.

“The Sound of Music” is presented at 7:30 p.m. by Asheville Community Theatre. For details and tickets, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 8 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Saturday, Sept. 21

Naturalist Niche: Early Bird Walk is 7:30-10 a.m. at Chimney Rock Park. Cost includes park admission: $25 Adult, $11 Adult Annual Passholder, $15 Youth, $9 Youth Annual Passholder. Advance registration required. Visit chimneyrockpark.com/event/naturalist-niche-early-bird-walk-3.

16th Annual Flock to the Rock is 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Chimney Rock Park. Included with park admission. Join for a day in the park celebrating fall bird and butterfly migration with bird and pollinator family activities, live on-the-glove raptor demonstrations, beginner bird walks, the hawk watch, and more. Visit chimneyrockpark.com/event/16th-annual-flock-to-the-rock.

The ASAP (Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project) 2024 Farm Tour is noon-5 p.m. All 21 farms are located within an hour of Asheville. Experience working farms through guided and self-guided tours, demonstrations, interacting with farm animals, u-pick fruit and flowers, local food and drink tastings, and more. Spanish-language tours will be offered at several farms. The Farm Tour is appropriate for attendees of all ages and abilities. Advance passes are on sale for $35. One pass admits a carload of visitors to all farms both days. Pending availability, passes purchased the weekend of the tour will be $45. Descriptions of farm offerings, plus a map, driving directions, advance pass sales and tour tips, are available at asapconnections.org/farmtour.

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Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 2 and 8 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

“The Sound of Music” is presented at 2:30 p.m. by Asheville Community Theatre. For details and tickets, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

Sunday, Sept. 22

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 1 and 6:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

“The Sound of Music” is presented at 2:30 p.m. by Asheville Community Theatre. For details and tickets, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

Monday, Sept. 23

“A Christmas Carol” Audition Prep Workshop is at 6:30 p.m. at Asheville Community Theatre. For details, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

Tuesday, Sept. 24

TheaterWorksUSA presents “Charlotte's Web” at 10 a.m. and noon at the Diana Wortham Theatre at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts. Recommended for grades K-5. The Student Series is open to school groups, homeschoolers, community groups and families. Reservations for individuals (10 people or less) are $12 each. Reservations for groups (11 or more) are $11 each.A creative spin on a classic tale – now with added bluegrass! Students will learn the true meaning of friendship in this treasured story of selfless love. Visit worthamarts.org/education/student-series.

A Mario Kart Tournament is at the Columbus Library – grades K-5 at 3:30 p.m., grades 6-12 at 4:30p.m. Registration is required. Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up. Players are welcome to bring their own Nintendo Switch controllers.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Wednesday, Sept. 25

Teen Scene: Hang Out is at 3:30 p.m. at the Columbus Library. Grades 6-12 graders can hang out, eat snacks, play video and board games, and make resin art. Please note that adults other than library staff, volunteers, and presenters are not permitted to stay in the meeting room during teen programs. Visit polklibrary.org.

Western North Carolina Community Health Services’ 30th Anniversary Community Health Fair is 4-7 p.m. at the A-B Tech Campus, Parking Lot A7, Near 71 Fernihurst Dr., Asheville. This free, family-friendly event (rescheduled from a July weather cancellation) includes free health screenings and resources, 40+ exhibitors, games, music, food trucks, giveaways, children’s activities and more. Learn more at wncchs.org.

Four O’Clock Club for grades K-5 is at 4 p.m. at the Henderson County Main Library. Call 828-697-4725 for details or visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Thursday, Sept. 26

Join “Are You Bearwise?” at 4 p.m. at the Saluda Library. Join an educator with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission to learn how to be “Bearwise.” Discuss the natural history of black bears in western North Carolina and how you can safely coexist with these North Carolina treasures. Visit polklibrary.org.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Friday, Sept. 27

Free multilingual program: The NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources will present a free multilingual program at the Henderson County Main Library at 3:30 p.m. “Plott’s Tales and Trails: Adventuras with Carolina” is a book set in North Carolina that follows the adventures of Plott and Carolina, a Plott Hound and a Monarch butterfly. Children in attendance will receive a free copy of the book. Cuentos y senderos de Plott: Aventuras con CarolinaViernes, 27 de septiembre de 3:30-4:30 - Auditorio Kaplan. Únase a nosotros para un emocionante programa multilingüe centrado en Plott's Tales and Trails: ¡Aventuras con Carolina! Los niños que asistan recibirán un ejemplar gratuito del libro. Visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

“The Sound of Music” is presented at 7:30 p.m. by Asheville Community Theatre. For details and tickets, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 8 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

Saturday, Sept. 28

Plant Pigments Workshop - making ink from rose petals is noon-2:30 p.m. at Art Garden AVL. For details, visit artgardenavl.com.

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 2 and 8 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

“The Sound of Music” is presented at 7:30 p.m. by Asheville Community Theatre. For details and tickets, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

View Saturn’s Rings at PARI – Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. For details, visit pari.edu/calendar.

Sunday, Sept. 29

Disney’s “The Lion King” is presented at 1 and 6:30 p.m. at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina. For tickets and details, visit peacecenter.org.

“A Christmas Carol” Auditions are at 6:30 p.m. at Asheville Community Theatre. For details, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

“The Sound of Music” is presented at 7:30 p.m. by Asheville Community Theatre. For details and tickets, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

A closing reception for “Expressions, a Youth OUTright art exhibit” is 4-6 p.m. at Art Garden AVL. The event includes performances from local youth musicians,

poets, and filmmakers. For details, visit artgardenavl.com.

Monday, Sept. 30

“Embrace the Journey,” an exhibition of the works of artist Anatolii Tarasiuk continues through Sept. 22 at Pink Dog Gallery. Tarasiuk is an abstract artist, composer and videographer born in Ukraine. In July of 2022, he and his family relocated from Ukraine to the US. Today he lives and continues his art in the triangle area of North Carolina. Visit pinkdog-creative.com.

“A Christmas Carol” Auditions are at 6:30 p.m. at Asheville Community Theatre. For details, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

Enjoy Story Time, Family Fun and More

Junior Soccer Academy for ages 7-9 is offered at YMCA of Western North Carolina. For locations and dates, visit ymcawnc.org/activity-finder?step=results&searchKeywords=junior%20soccer%20academy.

Kiddie Kickers Coed for ages 3-4 is offered at YMCA of Western North Carolina. For locations and dates, visit ymcawnc.org/activity-finder?step=results&searchKeywords=kiddie%20kickers%20coed.

Flag Football Skills/Drills Camp for various ages is offered at YMCA of Western North Carolina. For locations and dates, visit ymcawnc.org/activity-finder?step=results&searchKeywords=flag%20football.

Theater Classes are offered at Asheville Community Theatre. Registration is open. Classes begin in September. For details, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

Kaleidoscope Play & Learn classes begin in Septemberfor ages 3 months-5 years and their parent/caregiver.Classes are free, once a week, and meet for 90 minutes of free play, activity stations and a group circle time.Children must reside in Buncombe County and not be enrolled in regulated childcare. The program is inactive this summer, so dates, times and locations are still to be determined. In mid-August, email marna.holland@acsgmail.net for information about classes for ages 3-5 and grace.ragaller@acsgmail.net for information on the infant and toddler classes.

The WCU Fine Art Museum at Bardo Arts Center reopens with “At the Table,” on display through Dec. 6. Admission is free. The museum is open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday – Friday and 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Thursday. Contemplate themes of community, power, and representation as explored through At the Table. The works in the exhibition, which feature the recurring motif of the table, both literal and metaphorical, use this common piece of furniture to signify a place where people come together in connection, endure and overcome injustice, and make decisions that can change an individual life or the course of humanity. For details, visit arts.wcu.edu/table.

Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays at theSaluda Library and at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the Columbus Library. This programis designed for ages 2-5 andfeatures books, songs, and a fun craft or activity.Visit polklibrary.org.

Story Times are offered at Henderson County Public Libraries. Get full details at hendersoncountync.gov/library.

Mills River and Edneyville (families welcome) – 10 a.m. Mondays
Etowah (families welcome) – 10 a.m. Tuesdays
Preschool story time at Main (ages 3 – 5) – 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays
Fletcher (families welcome) and Toddler Time at Main (ages 18 months – 3) – 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays
Green River (families welcome) – 10 a.m. Thursdays
Music and Movement at Main (families welcome) – 10:30 a.m. Thursdays
Bouncing Babies at Main (ages birth – 18 months with a caregiver) – 11:15 a.m. Thursdays

Story times are offered at Buncombe County Libraries. Get full details at buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/library/services/story-times.aspx.

Baby Story Time – ages 4 – 18 months:

Oakley/South Asheville Library – Friday at 10:30 a.m.
Leicester Library – Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
Weaverville Library – Tuesday at 3:30 p.m.

Toddler Story Time – ages 18 months – 3 years:

North Asheville Library – Friday at 10:30 a.m.
Fairview Library and Leicester Library – Thursday at 10:30 a.m.
Enka-Candler Library – Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Story Time – ages 3 – 5 years:

East Asheville Library and West Asheville Library – Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
Swannanoa Library – Thursday at 10:30 a.m.
Fairview Library – Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.
Black Mountain Library and Weaverville Library – Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.
Pack Memorial Library – Wednesday at 3:30 p.m.

Hora Del Cuento/Story Time

Skyland/South Buncombe Library – Friday at 10:30 a.m.
Oakley/South Asheville Library – Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.

Small-scale Kids Art + Design Classes for ages 5 – 10 are offered by Ginger Huebner at the R+W Creative Campus. For details and registration, visit gingerhuebner.com/art-education.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library impacts the pre-literacy skills and school readiness of children under the age of 5 in Buncombe County. The program mails a new, free, age-appropriate book to registered children each month until they turn 5 years old, creating a home library of up to 60 books and instilling a love of books and reading. For details and registration, visit imaginationlibrary.com.

YMCA afterschool programs have a few spots available. For details, visit ymcawnc.org/programs/children-teens/childcare/afterschool or call 828-251-5910.

Highlands Nature Center is open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Thursday – Saturday. Visit highlandsbiological.org.

Group tours for grades pre-K – 12 are offered at Asheville Art Museum. For details and registration, visit ashevilleart.org.

Hands On! Children’s Museum offers free admission to families who present their adult WIC card. Zoom passes from the Hendersonville Library have limited day passes as well. For details, visit handsonwnc.org.

Zoom D&D with Raj for teens is 3 – 6 p.m. Saturdays through the Buncombe County Library. Sign-up is required. Email Raj atraj.bowers-racine@buncombecounty.orgto request attendance.

Kindermusik for ages birth – 5 is offered at We Rock the Spectrum. For details, visit kindermusik.com/studio/58207.

Nantahala Outdoor Center offers adventure trips. For details, visit noc.com.

Curious George: Let’s Get Curious! is open at the Upcountry History Museum in Greenville, South Carolina. The exhibition is a hands-on, bilingual (English and Spanish), interactive learning experience, developed for children ages 2 – 8 and their caregivers.It continues through Oct. 6. For details, visit upcountryhistory.org.

Wings in the Air is open at TCMU-Greenville, South Carolina. Soar to new heights and explore the cultural corner, where guests will embark on an adventurous journey to Colombia.Visit tcmupstate.org.

Support and Connection

Babies Need Bottoms Diaper Bank: If your family needs diapers, call 2-1-1 for assistance with this and other resources. To help end diaper need in WNC, Babies Need Bottoms need volunteers to prepare diaper bundles, pick up from collection boxes, host diaper drives and more. Do you have leftover diapers? Donate them in collection boxes. Learn more at babiesneedbottoms.org.

Community Connections: Free Parenting Resource meets each month at We Rock the Spectrum Asheville. Ask questions, talk and build community. For challenges with toddlerhood, potty training, socialization, school or learning, challenging behaviors, wanting to increase connectivity to others, and experiences, supporting meaningful communication, etc. Register at https://tinyurl.com/4na43kcp.

Perinatal Loss Support Group – Homegrown Families Perinatal Bereavement Parent Support Group is for families who have experienced the loss of a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or newborn death. For details, visit ashevillehomegrownfamilies.com.

The Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) is an evidence-based program that gives parents confidence and in turn, helps them raise confident children. Local parents and caregivers have access to this free, positive parenting course online. Access Triple P resources at triplepwnc.com or triplep-parenting.com.