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Carolina Mountain Club:   [Outdoors]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 03:19 AM to 03:19 AM

Description:
CMC fosters the enjoyment of the mountains of WNC and adjoining regions and encourages the conservation of our natural resources, through an extensive schedule of hikes and a program of trail building and maintenance. $20 per year, family memberships $30 per year. Info: www.carolinamtnclub.org. Hikes: • WE (11/19), 9am - Pilot Mt. to Courthouse Falls. Info: 254-2042. • WE (11/26), 8am - Raven Cliff Falls, Cathedral Rock, Dismal Trail Loop. Info: 859-9387. • SU (11/23), 8:30am - Bad Fork, Chestnut Cove Overlook. Info: 333-5165 --- 12:30pm - Daniel Ridge Loop Trail. Info: 883-2447. • SU (11/30), 9am - Bent Creek Loop #5. Info: 252-6327 --- 12:30pm - Coon Tree Loop. Info: 693-6580.

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Community Programs for Kids at Eliada:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 03:41 AM to 03:41 AM

Description:
Character development and recreation: Eliada's USGA-supported Junior Golf Program, beginner horse program and the Honda-sponsored National Youth Project Using Mini-Bikes (NYPUM). The golf and horse programs are open to youth ages 5-17. NYPUM is for youth 10-17. Fees range from $10-$35 weekly. Info: 273-1290 or enhancedservices@eliada.org. • TUESDAYS through SATURDAYS - Programs.

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Events at Barnes & Noble for Kids:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 03:42 AM to 03:42 AM

Description:
The bookstore is located at 83 S. South Tunnel Rd. Info: 296-9330 or www.bn.com. • 3rd SATURDAYS, 4pm - American Girls Club. Discussion & crafts. • 4th SUNDAYS, 4pm - Magic Tree House Club. Discussion & activities. • FRIDAYS, 11am - Children's Story Time (ages 3-6). • SATURDAYS, 1pm - Storytime.

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Toddler Programs:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 03:49 AM to 03:49 AM

Description:
• FRIDAYS, 10am-Noon - Play With Us – Play Group. Meet new moms and babies. For ages 0-5 years. • WEDNESDAYS, 10-10:45am - Toddler music class for ages 3 and under --- 11-11:45 - Music class for ages 4-5. $10. Offered by Asheville Parks and Recreation at the East Asheville Recreation Center, 906 Tunnel Rd. Info: 251-4041 or eastrecctr@ashevillenc.gov.

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Asheville Track Club:   [Sports]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Description:
The club provides information, education, training, social and sporting events for runners and walkers of any age. Please see the group Web site for weekly events and news. Info: www.ashevilletrackclub.org or 253-8781. • SUNDAYS, 8:30am - Trail run for all paces. Meet at the NC Arboretum, Greenhouse Parking Area. Info: 648-9336. • TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 5:30pm - Group workout at Carrier Park. • TUESDAYS, 6:30pm - Speed workout. Meet at Jus' Running, 523 Merrimon Ave. Info: 252-7867. • WEDNESDAYS, 6:30pm - Evening running group for seasoned runners. Meet at Jus' Running, 523 Merrimon Ave. Info: 252-7867.

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Classes at Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre:   [Dance]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Description:
No registration necessary; just drop in. All dancers are welcome. The studio is located at 20 Commerce St. in downtown Asheville. Info: 254-2621. • THURSDAYS, 7:30-9pm - Intermediate/Advanced Modern. Donation only ($5 min.). • TUESDAYS, 6-7:30pm - Intermediate/Advanced Modern with Jenni Cockrell Oldham. Donation only ($5 min.).

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Celebration Singers of Asheville:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 6:31 PM to 7:45 PM

Description:
Community children's chorus for ages 7-14. For audition info: 230-5778 or www.singasheville.org. • THURSDAYS, 6:30-7:45pm - Regular rehearsal at Abernethy United Methodist Church, 1418 Patton Ave.

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MariJo Moore's sequel to the Diamond Doorknob   [Literary]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 7:01 PM to 8:00 PM

Description:
Local favorite MariJo Moore will read from When the Dead Dream, the sequel to The Diamond Doorknob, “a novel about the entwined destinies of a group of people from Crockett County, Tennessee, during the first half of the Twentieth Century.” (The Raven Chronicles)

Contact Info:
Malaprop's Bookstore & Cafe
55 Haywood st, Asheville, 28801
www.malaprops.com
Phone: (828) 254-6734

Asheville Allemanders:   [Dance]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 7:15 PM to 9:30 PM

Description:
Square dancing at East Asheville Community Center, 906 Tunnel Rd. Info: 683-0335. • 1st & 3rd FRIDAYS, 7:15-9:30pm - Square dancing.

Contact Info:
East Asheville Community Center
906 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, 28805
Phone: (828) 683-0335

16th annual National Gingerbread House Competition   [Arts & Crafts]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 8:47 PM to 8:47 PM

Description:
The holidays are approaching. Get into the spirit by taking a stroll through the Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville or stopping by the Grove Park Inn (Monday through Thursday only) to see entries from the 16th annual National Gingerbread House Competition Tuesday, Nov. 18. Entries will be on display through Sunday, Jan. 11.

Contact Info:
Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville
Grove Park Inn (Monday through Thursday only), Asheville, 28801

Tiny Tot Adventures:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/21/2008  Event Time: 10:00 PM to 11:30 AM

Description:
Asheville Parks and Recreation Department is offering this weekly program for preschoolers at the Montford Recreation Center, 34 Pearson St. Parents and their tots can play together and explore cultural arts, crafts, group games, special events, story time, sing-a-longs and more. $1 per session. Info: 253-3714 or montfordr@ashevillenc.gov. • TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 10-11:30am. - Tiny Tot Adventures.

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Carolina Mountain Club:   [Outdoors]

Event Date: 11/22/2008  Event Time: 03:19 AM to 03:19 AM

Description:
CMC fosters the enjoyment of the mountains of WNC and adjoining regions and encourages the conservation of our natural resources, through an extensive schedule of hikes and a program of trail building and maintenance. $20 per year, family memberships $30 per year. Info: www.carolinamtnclub.org. Hikes: • WE (11/19), 9am - Pilot Mt. to Courthouse Falls. Info: 254-2042. • WE (11/26), 8am - Raven Cliff Falls, Cathedral Rock, Dismal Trail Loop. Info: 859-9387. • SU (11/23), 8:30am - Bad Fork, Chestnut Cove Overlook. Info: 333-5165 --- 12:30pm - Daniel Ridge Loop Trail. Info: 883-2447. • SU (11/30), 9am - Bent Creek Loop #5. Info: 252-6327 --- 12:30pm - Coon Tree Loop. Info: 693-6580.

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Community Programs for Kids at Eliada:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/22/2008  Event Time: 03:41 AM to 03:41 AM

Description:
Character development and recreation: Eliada's USGA-supported Junior Golf Program, beginner horse program and the Honda-sponsored National Youth Project Using Mini-Bikes (NYPUM). The golf and horse programs are open to youth ages 5-17. NYPUM is for youth 10-17. Fees range from $10-$35 weekly. Info: 273-1290 or enhancedservices@eliada.org. • TUESDAYS through SATURDAYS - Programs.

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Events at Barnes & Noble for Kids:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/22/2008  Event Time: 03:42 AM to 03:42 AM

Description:
The bookstore is located at 83 S. South Tunnel Rd. Info: 296-9330 or www.bn.com. • 3rd SATURDAYS, 4pm - American Girls Club. Discussion & crafts. • 4th SUNDAYS, 4pm - Magic Tree House Club. Discussion & activities. • FRIDAYS, 11am - Children's Story Time (ages 3-6). • SATURDAYS, 1pm - Storytime.

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Asheville Track Club:   [Sports]

Event Date: 11/22/2008  Event Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Description:
The club provides information, education, training, social and sporting events for runners and walkers of any age. Please see the group Web site for weekly events and news. Info: www.ashevilletrackclub.org or 253-8781. • SUNDAYS, 8:30am - Trail run for all paces. Meet at the NC Arboretum, Greenhouse Parking Area. Info: 648-9336. • TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 5:30pm - Group workout at Carrier Park. • TUESDAYS, 6:30pm - Speed workout. Meet at Jus' Running, 523 Merrimon Ave. Info: 252-7867. • WEDNESDAYS, 6:30pm - Evening running group for seasoned runners. Meet at Jus' Running, 523 Merrimon Ave. Info: 252-7867.

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16 Patton   [Arts & Crafts]

Event Date: 11/22/2008  Event Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Description:
Opening reception for Small Works: Little Gems. 16 Patton: Gallery hours: Tues.-Sat., 11am-6pm and Sun., 1-6pm (open on Sun. May-Oct. only). Info: 236-2889 or www.16patton.com. • SA (11/22) through TH (1/3) - Small Works: Little Gems, works by twelve 16 Patton artists. • SA (11/22), 6-8pm - Opening reception for Small Works: Little Gems. • Through SA (11/15) - Landscapes: Of Hope and Glory.

Contact Info:
16 Patton ave, Asheville, 28801
www.16patton.com
Phone: (828) 236-2889

The Barbershop ZONE!!   [Music]

Event Date: 11/22/2008  Event Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Description:
Land of the Sky Barbershop Chorus' Annual Show. A night of hilarious harmony and fun for all ages with our 45 man chorus, quartets, and more! At the beautiful HART Theatre. Tickets are $12.50 for Adults and $10.00 for Students. VISA and MasterCard accepted.

Contact Info:
HART Theatre, Waynesville, 28785
www.ashevillebarbershop.com
Phone: (866) 290-7269

Argentine Tango:   [Dance]

Event Date: 11/22/2008  Event Time: 7:30 PM to 10:15 PM

Description:
Dancers of all levels welcome. • SATURDAYS, 7:30-10pm - Tango Asheville hosts Filo Milongas at 1155 Tunnel Rd. $5.

Contact Info:
Filo Milongas at
1155 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, 28805
www.tangoasheville.com

16th annual National Gingerbread House Competition   [Arts & Crafts]

Event Date: 11/22/2008  Event Time: 8:47 PM to 8:47 PM

Description:
The holidays are approaching. Get into the spirit by taking a stroll through the Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville or stopping by the Grove Park Inn (Monday through Thursday only) to see entries from the 16th annual National Gingerbread House Competition Tuesday, Nov. 18. Entries will be on display through Sunday, Jan. 11.

Contact Info:
Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville
Grove Park Inn (Monday through Thursday only), Asheville, 28801

Asheville Merchants 62nd Annual Holiday Parade:   [Fairs & Festivals]

Event Date: 11/22/2008  Event Time: 11:00 PM to 1:41 PM the next day

Description:
SA (11/22), 11am - The parade will feature entries reflecting the theme "The Art & Heart of Giving." Come see marching bands, Christmas floats, giant puppets, dancers, Santa Claus and more. Check out the Holiday Window Program and vote for the best local window display in the "People's Choice Contest." Vote at Pritchard Park, after the parade.

Contact Info:
In downtown Asheville., Asheville, 28801
www.ashevilleparade.org
Phone: (828) 628-2403

Animal Compassion Network:   [Pets]

Event Date: 11/22/2008  Event Time: 11:00 PM to 3:00 PM the next day

Description:
WNC's largest nonprofit, no-kill animal welfare organization. Find a new pet at their pet adoption events. Info: 274-DOGS or www.animalcompassionnetwork.org. Foster dogs and cats for ACN. Fostering is an active way to save an animal's life. Info: volunteers@animalcompassionnetwork.org. • SATURDAYS, 11am-3pm - Pet Adoption Fairs at Pet Harmony, ACN's pet store for rescued pets, located at 803 Fairview St. Dozens of animals ready to find their permanent homes. The store offers quality pet supplies, with all proceeds going towards saving more homeless animals.

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Carolina Mountain Club:   [Outdoors]

Event Date: 11/23/2008  Event Time: 03:19 AM to 03:19 AM

Description:
CMC fosters the enjoyment of the mountains of WNC and adjoining regions and encourages the conservation of our natural resources, through an extensive schedule of hikes and a program of trail building and maintenance. $20 per year, family memberships $30 per year. Info: www.carolinamtnclub.org. Hikes: • WE (11/19), 9am - Pilot Mt. to Courthouse Falls. Info: 254-2042. • WE (11/26), 8am - Raven Cliff Falls, Cathedral Rock, Dismal Trail Loop. Info: 859-9387. • SU (11/23), 8:30am - Bad Fork, Chestnut Cove Overlook. Info: 333-5165 --- 12:30pm - Daniel Ridge Loop Trail. Info: 883-2447. • SU (11/30), 9am - Bent Creek Loop #5. Info: 252-6327 --- 12:30pm - Coon Tree Loop. Info: 693-6580.

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Alternative Christmas Gift Market:   [Fairs & Festivals]

Event Date: 11/23/2008  Event Time: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM the next day

Description:
At First Congregational United Church of Christ, Info: 252-8729. • SU (11/23), Noon-3pm - The market will include the opportunity to purchase services such as medical care in someone's honor, as well as goods from developing countries and handmade items from the congregation's artists.

Contact Info:
20 Oak St, Asheville, 28801

Biodynamic Horticulture with Stephen Crimi   [Gardening]

Event Date: 11/23/2008  Event Time: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Description:
Fans of Biodynamic Horticulture and organic gardening will enjoy Steve Crimi’s collection of Alan Chadwick wisdom, Performance in the Garden: A Collection of Talks on Biodynamic French Intensive Horticulture. Englishman Alan Chadwick was a trained Shakespearian actor, painter, and musician who combined the artistic, mystic, and practical like no other horticulturalist. We’ll discuss his fascinating life and unique approach to gardening and biodynamics, with some passages from the book, and a short recording of a Chadwick lecture.

Contact Info:
Malaprop's Bookstore & Cafe
55 Haywood St, Asheville, 28801
www.malaprops.com
Phone: (828) 254-6734

Asheville Track Club:   [Sports]

Event Date: 11/23/2008  Event Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Description:
The club provides information, education, training, social and sporting events for runners and walkers of any age. Please see the group Web site for weekly events and news. Info: www.ashevilletrackclub.org or 253-8781. • SUNDAYS, 8:30am - Trail run for all paces. Meet at the NC Arboretum, Greenhouse Parking Area. Info: 648-9336. • TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 5:30pm - Group workout at Carrier Park. • TUESDAYS, 6:30pm - Speed workout. Meet at Jus' Running, 523 Merrimon Ave. Info: 252-7867. • WEDNESDAYS, 6:30pm - Evening running group for seasoned runners. Meet at Jus' Running, 523 Merrimon Ave. Info: 252-7867.

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16th annual National Gingerbread House Competition   [Arts & Crafts]

Event Date: 11/23/2008  Event Time: 8:47 PM to 8:47 PM

Description:
The holidays are approaching. Get into the spirit by taking a stroll through the Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville or stopping by the Grove Park Inn (Monday through Thursday only) to see entries from the 16th annual National Gingerbread House Competition Tuesday, Nov. 18. Entries will be on display through Sunday, Jan. 11.

Contact Info:
Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville
Grove Park Inn (Monday through Thursday only), Asheville, 28801

Carolina Mountain Club:   [Outdoors]

Event Date: 11/24/2008  Event Time: 03:19 AM to 03:19 AM

Description:
CMC fosters the enjoyment of the mountains of WNC and adjoining regions and encourages the conservation of our natural resources, through an extensive schedule of hikes and a program of trail building and maintenance. $20 per year, family memberships $30 per year. Info: www.carolinamtnclub.org. Hikes: • WE (11/19), 9am - Pilot Mt. to Courthouse Falls. Info: 254-2042. • WE (11/26), 8am - Raven Cliff Falls, Cathedral Rock, Dismal Trail Loop. Info: 859-9387. • SU (11/23), 8:30am - Bad Fork, Chestnut Cove Overlook. Info: 333-5165 --- 12:30pm - Daniel Ridge Loop Trail. Info: 883-2447. • SU (11/30), 9am - Bent Creek Loop #5. Info: 252-6327 --- 12:30pm - Coon Tree Loop. Info: 693-6580.

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Buncombe Co. Parks & Rec. Events:   [Community]

Event Date: 11/24/2008  Event Time: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM the next day

Description:
Events are free and are held at the Buncombe County Parks & Rec Services Adminstration Office, 49 Mt. Carmel Rd., unless otherwise noted. To register or for more info: 250-4265. • MO (11/24), 11:30am-1pm - "Lunch Bunch & Bingo." Bring your lunch and door prize. Desert and drinks will be provided. Register by Nov. 20. • TU (11/25), 8am-8pm - Take a trip to Gatlinburg, TN. Please bring money for lunch and dinner. $20. Register by Nov. 20.

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Asheville Track Club:   [Sports]

Event Date: 11/24/2008  Event Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Description:
The club provides information, education, training, social and sporting events for runners and walkers of any age. Please see the group Web site for weekly events and news. Info: www.ashevilletrackclub.org or 253-8781. • SUNDAYS, 8:30am - Trail run for all paces. Meet at the NC Arboretum, Greenhouse Parking Area. Info: 648-9336. • TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 5:30pm - Group workout at Carrier Park. • TUESDAYS, 6:30pm - Speed workout. Meet at Jus' Running, 523 Merrimon Ave. Info: 252-7867. • WEDNESDAYS, 6:30pm - Evening running group for seasoned runners. Meet at Jus' Running, 523 Merrimon Ave. Info: 252-7867.

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A Course in Miracles:   [Spiritual & Religious]

Event Date: 11/24/2008  Event Time: 6:15 PM to 03:59 AM the next day

Description:
For anyone sincerely interested in joining a group for ACIM study. The group meets near Greenlife/downtown. Info: 273-5328. • MONDAYS, 6:15pm - Study group.

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Mercy For Animals :   [Pets]

Event Date: 11/24/2008  Event Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Description:
• MO (11/24), 7pm - Did you know that chickens can solve mathematical equations or that pigs are smarter than dogs? These fascinating creatures' lives are rich with complex emotion and intelligence. Join Mercy For Animals' Executive Director Nathan Runkle at Westgate Earth Fare's community room for a free lecture on how food choices can become a powerful tool in preventing cruelty to animals. Vegan snacks provided. A nonprofit animal advocacy organization that believes non-human animals are irreplaceable individuals with morally significant interests and hence rights, including the right to live free of unnecessary suffering. Info: 231-6859, kaylaw@mercyforanimals.org or www.mercyforanimals.org.

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16th annual National Gingerbread House Competition   [Arts & Crafts]

Event Date: 11/24/2008  Event Time: 8:47 PM to 8:47 PM

Description:
The holidays are approaching. Get into the spirit by taking a stroll through the Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville or stopping by the Grove Park Inn (Monday through Thursday only) to see entries from the 16th annual National Gingerbread House Competition Tuesday, Nov. 18. Entries will be on display through Sunday, Jan. 11.

Contact Info:
Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville
Grove Park Inn (Monday through Thursday only), Asheville, 28801

Carolina Mountain Club:   [Outdoors]

Event Date: 11/25/2008  Event Time: 03:19 AM to 03:19 AM

Description:
CMC fosters the enjoyment of the mountains of WNC and adjoining regions and encourages the conservation of our natural resources, through an extensive schedule of hikes and a program of trail building and maintenance. $20 per year, family memberships $30 per year. Info: www.carolinamtnclub.org. Hikes: • WE (11/19), 9am - Pilot Mt. to Courthouse Falls. Info: 254-2042. • WE (11/26), 8am - Raven Cliff Falls, Cathedral Rock, Dismal Trail Loop. Info: 859-9387. • SU (11/23), 8:30am - Bad Fork, Chestnut Cove Overlook. Info: 333-5165 --- 12:30pm - Daniel Ridge Loop Trail. Info: 883-2447. • SU (11/30), 9am - Bent Creek Loop #5. Info: 252-6327 --- 12:30pm - Coon Tree Loop. Info: 693-6580.

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Exercise for Toddlers:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/25/2008  Event Time: 10:31 AM to 11:30 AM

Description:
Asheville Parks and Recreation and the Stephens Lee Recreation Center (30 George Washington Carver St.) offer a Toddlercise class. Toddlercise provides parents quality time with their child to fine tune motor skills and flexibility. Info: 350-2058 or www.ashevilleparks.org. • TUESDAYS, 10:30-11:30am - Toddlercise.

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Thanksgiving Dinner at the Moose Cafe   [Culinary]

Event Date: 11/27/2008  Event Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM the next day

Description:
The Moose Cafe will be opened for Thanksgiving. Enjoy home cooked country style food this year without the dishes. We have a Turkey or Ham Plate for $7.99 or an All You Can Eat Turkey, Ham, Veggie, Biscuits, and Pie Feast for $11.99! We hope to see you there!

Contact Info:
570 Brevard Rd, Asheville, 28806
www.eatatthemoosecafe.com
Phone: (828) 255-0920

Critical Mass Bike Ride:   [Sports]

Event Date: 11/28/2008  Event Time: 5:31 PM to 7:31 PM

Description:
Help promote bike culture in Asheville. Critical Mass cultivates bicycle advocacy, awareness and safety on the road. Meet at Aston Park. Free. Info: AshevilleFreakBikes@yahoogroups.com. • Last FRIDAYS, 5:30pm - Ride around Asheville and experience the power of bike-filled roads.

Contact Info:
Meet at Aston Park
380 Brevard Rd, Asheville, 28806

Thomas Rain Crowe   [Literary]

Event Date: 11/30/2008  Event Time: 07:00 AM to 08:00 AM

Description:
WNC’s own beloved Thomas Rain Crowe will discuss his recent book, The End of Eden: Writings of an Environmental Activist. As we all watch the effects of global warming and excess around us, Crowe’s insights and observations offer solace and hope that we can make the necessary changes in our own community.

Contact Info:
Malaprop's Bookstore & Cafe
55 Haywood St, Asheville, 28801
www.malaprops.com
Phone: (828) 254-6734

Asheville Square Dance:   [Dance]

Event Date: 11/30/2008  Event Time: 7:30 PM to 10:23 PM

Description:
Southern social dances, old-time music and homemade refreshments. All dances taught; dancers of all levels welcome. Info: www.myspace.com/ashevillesquaredance. • Last SUNDAYS, 7:30-10pm - Dance at Asheville Arts Center, 308 Merrimon Ave. $5 requested donation.

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Colburn Earth Science Museum Programs :   [Children]

Event Date: 12/03/2008  Event Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Description:
$4/$3 admission cost. Many events are free or discounted to museum members. ONGOING - The Hall of Gems and Minerals: A permanent collection of gem and mineral samples from around the world. ONGOING - The Grove Stone Earth Center: Explore our planet with hands-on materials. ONGOING - Weather, Climate and You. • 1st WEDNESDAYS, 3-5pm - Free admission to the museum and free rock and mineral ID. • WEDNESDAYS, 3-4pm - Geologist will be on site to identify any rock or mineral you bring in. Free.

Contact Info:
www.colburnmuseum.org
Phone: (828) 254-7162

Holiday Events at Diana Wortham Theatre:   [Theater]

Event Date: 12/04/2008  Event Time: 8:00 PM to 9:49 PM

Description:
Tickets & info: 257-4530 or www.dwtheatre.com. • TH & FR (12/4 & 5), 8pm - NC Stage and Immediate Theatre Project present a new take on Frank Capra's holiday classic: It's a Wonderful Life: Live Radio Play. Join five radio actors live in the studios of the fictional WBFR Radio on Christmas Eve, 1946, where they'll portray the dozens of characters from the movie. $10-$25.

Contact Info:
2 South Pack Square, Asheville, 28801
www.dwtheatre.com
Phone: (828) 257-4530

"The Secret" Gathering:   [Spiritual & Religious]

Event Date: 12/05/2008  Event Time: 7:00 PM to 9:58 PM

Description:
"The Secret" is the law of attraction. The focus of this gathering is pure joy. Let's get together and think positive thoughts, feel wonderful feelings, and do incredible things. We can make this life anything we so desire. Info: 505-4890. • 1st FRIDAYS, 7pm - Gathering. Call for details.

Contact Info:
Phone: (828) 505-4890

Montford Park Players' A Christmas Carol:   [Theater]

Event Date: 12/05/2008  Event Time: 7:30 PM to 9:46 PM

Description:
Tickets: 254-1320 or www.ashevilletheatre.org. Info: 254-5146, info@montfordparkplayers.org or . • FR (12/5) through SU (12/7) - The 32nd annual production of A Christmas Carol. At Asheville Community Theatre, $12/$8 seniors & students/$6 for youth 18 and under. Fri. at 7:30pm; Sat. at 2:30pm (bring 10 cans of food for MANNA and receive free child's ticket) & 7:30pm; Sun. at 2:30pm.

Contact Info:
Asheville Community Theatre
35 E. Walnut St, Asheville, 28801
www.montfordparkplayers.org
Phone: (828) 254-5146

Holiday Events at Diana Wortham Theatre:   [Theater]

Event Date: 12/05/2008  Event Time: 8:00 PM to 9:49 PM

Description:
Tickets & info: 257-4530 or www.dwtheatre.com. • TH & FR (12/4 & 5), 8pm - NC Stage and Immediate Theatre Project present a new take on Frank Capra's holiday classic: It's a Wonderful Life: Live Radio Play. Join five radio actors live in the studios of the fictional WBFR Radio on Christmas Eve, 1946, where they'll portray the dozens of characters from the movie. $10-$25.

Contact Info:
2 South Pack Square, Asheville, 28801
www.dwtheatre.com
Phone: (828) 257-4530

Twas the Sale Before Christmas.   [Arts & Crafts]

Event Date: 12/05/2008  Event Time: 9:23 PM to 9:23 PM

Description:
• FR (12/5) through SU (12/7) - A portion of all proceeds will go to benefit Arts for Life, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives and healthcare experiences of children and adolescents battling cancer and other serious illnesses.

Contact Info:
Grovewood Gallery
111 Grovewood Rd, Asheville, 28801
www.grovewood.com
Phone: (828) 253-7651

At The Health Adventure:   [Children]

Event Date: 12/06/2008  Event Time: 03:26 AM to 03:26 AM

Description:
• SA (12/6) - Have breakfast with Curious George. RSVP requested. Free first Wed. of every month from 3-5pm. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., 1-5pm. $8.50 adults/$7.50 students & seniors/$6 kids 2-11. Program info or to RSVP: 254-6373, ext. 324. Info: www.thehealthadventure.org. • 1st & 3rd SATURDAYS - Family Days. Join an educator for smart fun for the whole family. • 1st THURSDAYS, 10:30-11:30am - Preschool Playdate. Provides youngsters ages 3-6 with a unique and safe venue to play and explore with other children as well as learn from an expert educator.

Hope for Horses :   [Pets]

Event Date: 12/06/2008  Event Time: 03:53 AM to 03:53 AM

Description:
Support a nonprofit dedicated to rehabilitating abused and neglected horses, and finding all abused or unwanted horses secure, permanent and safe homes. Info: www.hopeforhorses.org, 683-0160 or hopeforhorses@aol.com. ONGOING - Volunteers needed. Call for details. • 1st SATURDAYS - Open Farm Day. Tour the farm and meet the horses that have recently been rescued and hear their stories. Donations appreciated.

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Movies at the Asheville Art Museum:   [Film]

Event Date: 12/06/2008  Event Time: 2:00 PM to 4:44 PM

Description:
Located at 2 S. Pack Square. Showings are free with membership or museum admission. Info: 253-3227 or www.ashevilleart.org. • SA (12/6) & SU (12/7), 2pm - Screening of the short documentary William J. Christenberry Jr.: A Portrait.

Montford Park Players' A Christmas Carol:   [Theater]

Event Date: 12/06/2008  Event Time: 7:30 PM to 9:46 PM

Description:
Tickets: 254-1320 or www.ashevilletheatre.org. Info: 254-5146, info@montfordparkplayers.org or . • FR (12/5) through SU (12/7) - The 32nd annual production of A Christmas Carol. At Asheville Community Theatre, $12/$8 seniors & students/$6 for youth 18 and under. Fri. at 7:30pm; Sat. at 2:30pm (bring 10 cans of food for MANNA and receive free child's ticket) & 7:30pm; Sun. at 2:30pm.

Contact Info:
Asheville Community Theatre
35 E. Walnut St, Asheville, 28801
www.montfordparkplayers.org
Phone: (828) 254-5146

Twas the Sale Before Christmas.   [Arts & Crafts]

Event Date: 12/06/2008  Event Time: 9:23 PM to 9:23 PM

Description:
• FR (12/5) through SU (12/7) - A portion of all proceeds will go to benefit Arts for Life, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives and healthcare experiences of children and adolescents battling cancer and other serious illnesses.

Contact Info:
Grovewood Gallery
111 Grovewood Rd, Asheville, 28801
www.grovewood.com
Phone: (828) 253-7651

Holiday Bazaar   [Arts & Crafts]

Event Date: 12/06/2008  Event Time: 10:00 PM to 4:00 PM the next day

Description:
Evergreen Community Charter School's 4th Graders are hosting the 4th Annual Holiday Bazaar to help raise money for their end of year trip. The event will take place Saturday Dec 6th, 10am- 3pm, at 50 Bell Rd, Asheville, NC 28805. There will be up to 40 local handmade arts and crafts booths, food, and crafts prepared and sold by the fourth graders themselves. Admission is free! Please come and support our local artists and fourth grade class!

Contact Info:
50 Bell Rd, Asheville, 28805
evergreenccs.org
Phone: (970) 420-7071