School’s officially out for summer and — if you’re anything like us those of with kids — you’re probably wondering how to keep your them entertained + educated without constant screen time. The good news? In addition to some wacky museums, WNC also has a number of spots dedicated to expanding young minds. We recommend bookmarking this page so you can refer back to it all summer-long.
Kids who clearly did not enjoy their visit to the Asheville Museum of Science. I Photo by @@kerileann1
Asheville Museum of Science, 43 Patton Ave.
- This small-but-mighty museum offers kids opportunities to explore astronomy, climate, ecology, geology + more. Activities and exhibits include a mineral collection and a hands-on paleontology display that lets kids uncover fossils. Also cool? There’s still space available in some of AMOS’ summer camps.
Catawba Science Center, 243 3rd Ave NE, Hickory
- Looking for a place to entertain the kids all day long? With hands-on exhibits, fresh and saltwater aquarium galleries, a naturalist center, a digital planetarium theater with laser shows, a greenhouse, and other attractions, this 35,000 sqft. spot fits the bill.
Hands On! Children’s Museum, 318 N Main St., Hendersonville.
- Here, kids can learn emotional + social development skills, as well as practice cognitive, fine, and gross motor skill development through educational and interactive exhibits that feature art, STEM + beyond. The museum also reopens this week after completing the first phase of its expansion, which will include the new People’s Museum and Walk of Fame, a 1,000 sqft addition with cultural area artifacts and more.
KidSenses Children’s InterACTIVE Museum, 172 N Main St., Rutherfordton
- This 11,000 sqft space offers 14 interactive exhibits, as well as programs + educational workshops that center engineering, arts, science + more. The museum’s new maker space — the 5,000 sqft The Factory — designed for kids ages 11+ features 3D printers, laser cutters, robotic technology, and computers.
Share this list with all the parents and caregivers you know who want to see their kids keep on learning while also catching a breath.
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- The Little Mermaid | Mon., June 7 | 7 p.m. | Rabbit Rabbit, 75 Coxe Ave. | $5 | Go under the sea with this classic family film. 🐚
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- Food Preservation Class: Tomatoes and Salsa | Mon., June 7 | 2 p.m. + 6 p.m. | N.C Cooperative Extension- Henderson County Center, 100 Jackson Park Rd. | $25 | Learn how to can and preserve your favorite summertime produce. 🍅
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- Totally Rad Monday Night Trivia | Mon., June 7 | 6-8 p.m. | Highland Brewing Co. Taproom, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy. | Free | Round up to 6 of your friends for a night of brews + trivia. 🍻
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- Puppies, Pints, & Yoga | Mon., June 7 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Down Dog Yoga Studio & Dog Bar, 51 Sweeten Creek Rd. | $10 | Stretch your way to bliss while also enjoying dogs + brews. 🍺
- Oklawaha Synthesizer Club | Mon., June 7 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Oklawaha Brewing Co., 147 1st Ave E | Free | Join the Hendersonville community of synthesizer enthusiasts. 🎹
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- Psychedelic Jam Fest 2021 | Fri., June 11-Sun., Jun.13 | 7 p.m. | Sly Grog Lounge, 271 Haywood St. | $35 | A night of psychedelic fun with some of the biggest funk bands + DJ’s in the southeast. 🎶
- The Arcadian Wild | Tues., June 8 | 8 p.m. | The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave. | $12+ | Choral and formal vocal music meets progressive folk and bluegrass tunes.
Find more of the week’s local events in our June PlanAhead.
Talk about excited — last week saw the opening of James Beard-nominated Chef Jacob Sessoms’ newest venture, Right There Bar (18 N Lexington Ave.). Located next door to Jacob’s Table, the bar offers craft cocktails, beer, and sustenance in the form of those most magical handhelds, hot dogs + burgers. Plus, it's got a pretty bangin’ deck + front door, too.
Check them out Mon.–Sun. from 4 p.m.–12 a.m. (they’re closed on Wednesdays). 🍹
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Weather
- 76º | Scattered thunderstorms | 44% chance of rain
Closed
- After 4 ½ years, AVL Tacos & Taps (705 Merrimon Ave.) has announced that Thurs., June 10 will be their last day in operation. They cite the difficulty of the pandemic as a cause. They will continue to offer up tacos, burritos, nachos + more via their food truck at Rabbit Rabbit (75 Coxe Ave.). 🌮
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- On Fri., June 4, the NC Court of Appeals issued a stay on demolition of the Vance Monument, meaning the City of Asheville + Buncombe County must stop its removal, pending the outcome of an appeal. Officials say reaching a resolution could take several months.
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- Registration for Pisgah Legal’s virtual Run for Justice 5K is open through Sat., June 12. In addition to raising funds for the nonprofit, which provides free legal assistance and advocacy to low-income residents of WNC, awards will be available to participants in categories like “best costume” and “fastest.” 👟
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Coronavirus
- Check out the latest COVID-19 stats for NC from the Department of Health and Human Services here. As of Friday afternoon, 17,991 cases and 322 deaths have been reported in Buncombe County. See more Buncombe County-specific info here.
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- Want to elevate the thrill that comes with the return of live music? Check out “Keepin’ it Peel,” a new behind-the-scenes interview series from The Orange Peel. Featuring musicians who are gracing its stage, the latest episode features Graham Sharp of the award-winning Steep Canyon Rangers. 📺
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- Buncombe County native and World War II veteran Earl Snypes was given the French Legion of Honor medal earlier this month for his service in helping liberate France during the war. Earl is among the ~93,000 people to have received the insignia, which is France’s highest honor. 🎖️(The Valley Echo)
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- The first day of Summer Session 1 at UNC Asheville. Here are 10 classes we wish we were taking. Ⓟ
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Where are your other favorite places to take your kids that are fun and enriching, Asheville? Holler back, young'un, and let us know.
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