It’s hard to believe that it’s holiday time again. Seems like we just finished going to the pool and now the kids are back in school and we’re raking leaves! And you know what that means – it’s time to make holiday plans before they sneak up on you! Well, if you’re looking for some great programs for a price that won’t destroy your gift-buying budget, Asheville Parks and Recreation has a lot of options. Take a look at this line-up:
Holiday Craft Fair -
Saturday, November 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - The date for this event is passed.
Location: Montford Recreation Center (34 Pearson Drive)
Get a little jumpstart on your holiday shopping with a visit to the Montford Holiday Craft Fair. Crafters, demonstrations, raffles, and food! And it’s FREE admission for patrons!
For more information, call the Montford Recreation Center at (828) 253-3714.
A Winter’s Tail
Saturday, December 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: WNC Nature Center (75 Gashes Creek Road)
Joint the holiday fun at the WNC Nature center with crafts, garland creations, wildlife art, face painting, a holiday hay maze, educational programs and a visit by Santa!Regular admission rages apply ($10.95/Adults, $6.95/Ages 3-15, $9.95/65+, Under 2 is FREE) and members of the Friends of the WNC Nature Center get in FREE.
For more information, call the Nature Center at (828) 259-8080 or visit www.wncnaturecenter.com
Holiday Gift Making
Monday, December 7 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Saturday, December 12 from 10 a.m. to noon
Location: Montford Recreation Center (34 Pearson Drive)
For grades K-5th. Come to one or both! Kids get to make 3 holiday gifts to give to family and friends and all supplies are included! Cost is only $10 per class. Pre-registration is required.
For more information or to register, call the Montford Recreation Center at (828) 253-3714.
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 12 with 2 seatings at 9 and 10:30 a.m.
Location: Stephens-Lee Recreation Center (30 George Washington Carver Avenue)
Wow! What a hit this was last year! Have breakfast with Santa and celebrate the holidays with a morning full of fun! Enjoy a pancake breakfast, a holiday-themed dance workshop, and make your very own ornament to take home. This program is designed for kids ages 2 to 9 and their parents. The cost is only $8 per person and reservations are required since space is limited.
Register online at www.ashevillenc.gov/parks or call (828) 259-5800 for more info.
For information on all Asheville Parks and Recreation programs, you can visit their website at www.ashevillenc.gov/parks, call them at (828) 259-5800, and get all the latest updates on their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/APRCA.
