The rhythm of summer: Plan your week ahead with WNC Parent – June 23
The summer season is in full swing and it’s time to savor it. There are wonderful adventures still happening this month. Check out WNC Parent’s full June calendar at wncparent.com. And don’t miss our summer tips for fun, healthy snacks and more.
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“Cinderella: Enchanted” continues through July 2 at Flat Rock Playhouse. This is a fresh take on a timeless classic, for children and adults. For tickets, visit flatrockplayhouse.org/cinderella.
“Leah and the Rabbit,” a puppet show by American Myth Center in celebration of Juneteenth, is at 11 a.m. June 24 at the Swannanoa Library. For details, visit buncombecounty.org/govehttps://www.buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/library/branch-locations/swannanoa.aspx.
A Pollinator Day Celebration is June 24 at Highlands Nature Center. “Finding Home” story times is at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Visit highlandsbiological.org.
Second Annual Evening in the Garden is 6:30 – 8 p.m. June 24 at the Leicester Library. The event includes mountain music from Buncombe Turnpike, light refreshments, crafts for kids, tours of the Leicester Library Giving Garden and more. Visit buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/library/branch-locations/leicester.aspx.
Monday Imagination Day is 10 a.m. – noon June 26 at Hummingbird Park. The Asheville Parks mobile recreation team offers open play geared for younger children to engage and explore. Giant building blocks, tunnels and fun games await. Ages 1 – 5 years with an adult. Drop in, no sign up required. The event is free. Visit ashevillenc.gov/parks.
Toddler Open Play Family Social is 10 – 11 a.m. June 27 at the Enka-Candler Library. Tickets are available at the front desk. For details, visit buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/library/branch-locations/enka-candler.aspx.
Join Highlands Nature Center at 10:15 a.m. June 27 at the Hudson Library to learn about native wildlife and more. Visit highlandsbiological.org.
Learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons and try your hand at a campaign at 2 p.m. June 27 at the Henderson County Main Library. For details, visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.
Nature Center Night: Salamander Meander is 9 – 10 p.m. June 27 at Highlands Nature Center. Search for salamanders in the Botanical Garden. Discover strange and fascinating facts about our slimy amphibian friends, then join naturalists on a walk through the gardens to find local species. Bring a flashlight for this adventure. This program is weather-dependent. Registration is required.Visit highlandsbiological.org.
Tickets for Autumn at Oz held in September at Land of Oz are on sale. For details, visit landofoznc.com.
The Summer Music Series in Beech Mountain includes a full schedule of concerts. For tickets and details, visit beechmountainresort.com/summer-concert-series-2023.
Summer Twilight in the Treetops night climbs are Saturday nights through Sept. 2 at Adventure Center of Asheville. Five of the park’s aerial trails are illuminated. (The Black Trail is not available for night climbs.) Ages 4 and older. Reservations are suggested. Call 877-247-5539 or visit ashevilletreetopsadventurepark.com/asheville-treetops-adventure-park.
Day Out With Thomas: The Color Tour is on select dates in June at Tweetsie Railroad in Blowing Rock. The event includes a 20-minute interactive train ride featuring a talking Thomas the Tank Engine locomotive, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. For tickets and details, visit tweetsie.com.
Kolo Bike Park $5 after 5 on Thursdays – Ride Kolo Bike Park on Thursdays for $5 after 5 p.m. Rentals are available for an extra charge. For conditions, call 828-225-2921. For details, visit ashevilletreetopsadventurepark.com/kolo-bike-park.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City offers gentle excursions through the Smoky Mountains. For details, visit explorebrysoncity.com/things-to-do/trains-railroad.
This article originally appeared on Asheville Citizen Times: The rhythm of summer: Plan your week ahead with WNC Parent – June 23
