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Buy Local WNC:   [Community]

Event Date: 11/18/2008  Event Time: 10:30 AM to 2:59 PM the next day

Description:
Meets to discuss how to foster support for our local economy. Info: joel@buylocalwnc.org. • 3rd TUESDAYS, 10:30am - Public meeting at 729 Haywood Rd., W. Asheville.

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Carolina Mountain Club:   [Outdoors]

Event Date: 11/19/2008  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: 11/19/2008  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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Toddler Programs:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/19/2008  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: 11/19/2008  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: 11/19/2008  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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Asheville Design Center:   [Community]

Event Date: 11/19/2008  Event Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Description:
An exhibit and meeting space at 8 College St., Asheville. Formed by volunteer professionals, including architects, planners, landscape architects, urban designers, community advocates and others concerned with sound regional development. Info: www.ashevilledesigncenter.org. • 3rd WEDNESDAYS, 6-7pm - Forums. A wide variety of presentations promoting livable and sustainable design solutions for growth in our community. Visit the Web site for details.

Asheville Kennel Club:   [Pets]

Event Date: 11/19/2008  Event Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Description:
Membership is open to everyone interested in purebred dogs and responsible dog ownership. Info: 258-4833. • 1st TUESDAYS, 7pm - Monthly meeting at Ryan's Steak House, Brevard. Anyone interested in dogs is invited to attend. • WEDNESDAYS, 7pm - Breed Handling Class at the Federal Reserve Center on Louisiana Avenue. Open to the public.

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Cherokee Storyteller Barbara Duncan   [Literary]

Event Date: 11/19/2008  Event Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Description:
Barbara Duncan, author of The Origin of the Milky Way and Other Living Stories of the Cherokee, will read, recite, and discuss stories from the Cherokee tradition. Recommended for those 9 and older, we invite folks of all ages to join us for this special event.

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

Hunab Kru's B-Boy/B-Girl Classes:   [Dance]

Event Date: 11/19/2008  Event Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Description:
Free breakdancing classes. Learn how to B-boy/B-girl with the Hunab Kru. Info: bboyeducator@gmail.com. • WEDNESDAYS, 7-9pm - Learn the foundations of breakdancing. For all ages/skill levels. At the Steven's Lee Rec Center. Please wear shoes and bring a valid ID.

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

Event Date: 11/19/2008  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

Vadim Bora Gallery:   [Arts & Crafts]

Event Date: 11/19/2008  Event Time: 9:18 PM to 9:18 PM

Description:
Hours: Tues.-Sat., Noon-6pm (sometimes later) and by appointment. Info: 254-7959 or . • FR (11/14) through SU (12/14) - The Portrait, a tour-de-force exhibit showcasing Vadim Bora's ability to capture the essence of a character in drawings, paintings, sculptures and mixed-media works. • MO (12/1) through SU (12/14) - Faces You Might Know: Celebrating the Freedom of the Portrait Genre, featuring 200 portraits in oil, charcoal and pen and ink. • MO (12/1) through SU (12/14) - Faces You Might Know, celebrating the freedom of the portrait genre. • TH (12/4), 6-9pm - Opening reception for Faces You Might Know: Celebrating the Freedom of the Portrait Genre.

Contact Info:
30 1/2 Battery Park Ave, Asheville, 28801
www.vadimborastudio.com

Tiny Tot Adventures:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/19/2008  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: 11/20/2008  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: 11/20/2008  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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Toddler Programs:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/20/2008  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: 11/20/2008  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: 11/20/2008  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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Classical Ballet for Boys & Men:   [Dance]

Event Date: 11/20/2008  Event Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Description:
The Asheville Ballet is offering free classical ballet classes for all boys and men 10 years and over. Classes will be taught by Principal Dancer Lyle Laney. At 4 Weaverville Hwy. (Merrimon Ave.) in N. Asheville. To register or for more info: 258-1028. • THURSDAYS, 6pm - Classical ballet class.

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African Drumming Classes:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/20/2008  Event Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Description:
Held at Skinny Beats Drums, 4 Eagle St., downtown Asheville. Suggested donation $10 per class. Drop-ins welcome. Info: 768-2826. • WEDNESDAYS, 6-7pm - Beginner class for kids 12 and up. Drums included.

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Cecil Bothwell   [Literary]

Event Date: 11/20/2008  Event Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Description:
Tireless local author Cecil Bothwell joins us to read from his latest, Pure Bunkum: Reporting on the Life and Crimes of Buncombe County Sheriff Bobby Lee Medford.

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

A Mountain Mindfulness Sangha:   [Spiritual & Religious]

Event Date: 11/20/2008  Event Time: 7:01 PM to 8:30 PM

Description:
Part of the World Community of Mindful Living, inspired by the teachings of THICH NHAT HANH, the group practices mindfulness as the energy of being aware and awake to the present moment. Practicing with a "sangha" (a community) can bring both joy and support. All are invited. Info & directions: mountainmindfulness@gmail.com, 684-7359 or 458-0878. • THURSDAYS, 7-8:30pm - Seated meditation, walking meditation, dharma discussions and other mindfulness practices. At 12 Von Ruck Court, Asheville.

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

Event Date: 11/20/2008  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

Vadim Bora Gallery:   [Arts & Crafts]

Event Date: 11/20/2008  Event Time: 9:18 PM to 9:18 PM

Description:
Hours: Tues.-Sat., Noon-6pm (sometimes later) and by appointment. Info: 254-7959 or . • FR (11/14) through SU (12/14) - The Portrait, a tour-de-force exhibit showcasing Vadim Bora's ability to capture the essence of a character in drawings, paintings, sculptures and mixed-media works. • MO (12/1) through SU (12/14) - Faces You Might Know: Celebrating the Freedom of the Portrait Genre, featuring 200 portraits in oil, charcoal and pen and ink. • MO (12/1) through SU (12/14) - Faces You Might Know, celebrating the freedom of the portrait genre. • TH (12/4), 6-9pm - Opening reception for Faces You Might Know: Celebrating the Freedom of the Portrait Genre.

Contact Info:
30 1/2 Battery Park Ave, Asheville, 28801
www.vadimborastudio.com

Tiny Tot Adventures:   [Children]

Event Date: 11/20/2008  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: 11/21/2008  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.

Contact Info:

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.

Contact Info:

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.

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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.

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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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