July 2024: Things to do in Asheville and beyond!

July 2024: Your guide to things to do in Asheville and across Western North Carolina!

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All summer

Lil Boogers LaZoom's Kids' Comedy Bus Tour runs at noon Sundays – Fridays and at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturdays through Aug. 31 in Asheville. Ride the big purple bus for the educational and entertaining LaZoom’s Kids’ Comedy Tour. It features a blend of Asheville’s history and kid-centric comedy. Learn about the city’s past and see the sights with outlandish tour guides, hilarious comedy skits and all sorts of special appearances. Tours are one hour and geared towards ages 5 – 12 but with jokes written for kids of all ages. The cost is $27 each. Learn more at lazoomtours.com/lil-boogers.

Bugs Outside the Box continues through Sept. 8 at the North Carolina Arboretum. Scientifically exact, with a keen attention to detail, the exhibit features a virtual army of giant bugs with one aim in mind – educating the public and shining a light on museum collections, taxonomy, and the power of magnification. Visit ncarboretum.org.

Ultimate Dinosaurs: Meet A New Breed of Beast through Sept. 8 at Discovery Place Science in Charlotte. For details, visit discoveryplace.org.

“Finding the Force…Awakening an Empire,”a Star Wars exhibition, is open at the Upcountry History Museum in Greenville, South Carolina through Nov. 3. The exhibition brings together a unique presentation of the history, the costuming, the creatives, and the characters, highlighting the legends and legacies of this storied franchise, and providing insight into the elements that have consistently connected us to a galaxy far, far away for over 45 years. For details, visit upcountryhistory.org.

Gingerbread in July is happening all month at the Omni Grove Park Inn. Children can leave letters to Santa Claus at the Concierge Desk in the Great Hall. Activities for guests include fireworks, family movies, family bingo and more. For details, visit omnihotels.com/hotels/asheville-grove-park/specials/gingerbread-in-july.

July

Monday, July 1

Tuesday, July 2

Summer Splash is 11 – 2 p.m. at Jake Rusher Park. All Ages. Admission is free. The event includes water-themed activities to beat the heat. For details, visit avlrec.com.

$1 Summer movies – “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” and “PAW Patrol: The Movie” are shown at 11 a.m. at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Teen Creative Writing Club is at 4 p.m. at the Henderson County Main Library. Middle and high school students are invited to come connect with other teen writers and get feedback on their work. Call 828-697-4725 or visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

Lake Junaluska’s annual Independence Day Celebration features family-friendly events. Visit lakejunaluska.com.

A Buggy Evening is at 8:30 p.m. at Highlands Nature Center. This free program is weather-dependent. Registration is required. Visit highlandsbiological.org.

Wednesday, July 3

Puppet Playtime is 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the East Asheville Library. Parental supervision required. Call 828-250-4738 or email eastasheville.library@buncombecounty.org.

$1 Summer movies – “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” and “PAW Patrol: The Movie” are shown at 11 a.m. at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Lake Junaluska’s annual Independence Day Celebration features family-friendly events. Visit lakejunaluska.com.

Thursday, July 4

The Ingles Independence Day Celebration is noon – 5 p.m. at the South Slope area. For details, visit facebook.com/events/332699309858844.

Fourth of July events are in downtown Hendersonville, including fireworks, a parade and more. For details, visit visithendersonvillenc.org/summer-concerts#4th-of-july.

An Independence Day Celebration is 6 – 10 p.m. in downtown Marion. For details, visit discovermarionnc.com.

Lake Junaluska’s annual Independence Day Celebration features family-friendly events. Visit lakejunaluska.com.

Friday, July 5

Lake Junaluska’s annual Independence Day Celebration features family-friendly events. Visit lakejunaluska.com.

The Moppets perform Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" at 5 p.m. at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. For details and tickets, visit themontfordmoppets.org.

Parents Night Out is 5:15 – 9 p.m. at Asheville YMCA (30 Woodfin St.). A small snack will be provided. If you chose to bring a snack for your child, the snack must be nut free. An extra change of clothes (and prepared bottles for infants) are recommended. Member cost is $30., nonmember cost is $50. Questions? Contact Jenn Lawing, jlawing@ymcawnc.org, 828-552-3605. Visit ymcawnc.org and search “parents” for more information.

Community Skate Jam is 6 – 10 p.m. at Carrier Park. Rental Skates are available for $3. There is no fee and no registration required to participate. For more information contact Shiloh Community Center at 828-274-7739 or visit avlrec.com.

Saturday, July 6

Bank of America’s “Museums On Us” program allows cardholders free admission to Asheville Museum of Science today. For details, visit about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/arts-and-culture#museums-on-us.

Mile High Fourth of July is at Beech Mountain. Events include a cookout and fireworks at Beech Mountain Resort. For details, visit beechmtn.com/calendar.

Outdoor Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Fairview Library. Call 828-250-6484 or email fairview.library@buncombecounty.org.

The Moppets perform Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" at 5 p.m. at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. For details and tickets, visit themontfordmoppets.org.

Shindig On the Green is at 7 p.m. in Pack Square Park. The event includes music, dancing, storytelling and more. Visit folkheritage.org/asheville-events/shindig-on-the-green-2023.

Sunday, July 7

Bank of America’s “Museums On Us” program allows cardholders free admission to Asheville Museum of Science today. For details, visit about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/arts-and-culture#museums-on-us.

The Moppets perform Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" at 5 p.m. at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. For details and tickets, visit themontfordmoppets.org.

Monday, July 8

Tuesday, July 9

$1 Summer movies – “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” and “PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie” are shown at 11 a.m. at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

A Salamander Meander is at 9 p.m. at Highlands Nature Center. This free program is weather-dependent. Registration is required. Visit highlandsbiological.org.

Wednesday, July 10

A Stuffed Animal Sleepover is at the Oakley/South Asheville Library. Drop off and register your stuffed animal friend at the Oakley/South Asheville Library starting July 10 – 12. Your stuffed animal will spend Friday night listening to stories, playing games, and probably staying up very late. Pick them up after noon on Saturday, July 13 and see what fun they got up to while you were away. For details and registration, visit buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/library/services/children.aspx?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D174032591, call 828-250-4754 or email oakley.library@buncombecounty.org.

Puppet Playtime is 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the East Asheville Library. Parental supervision required. Call 828-250-4738 or email eastasheville.library@buncombecounty.org.

$1 Summer movies – “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” and “PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie” are shown at 11 a.m. at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Thursday, July 11

Teen Anime Club is at 4 p.m. at the Henderson County Main Library. Rising grades 6 – 12 are invited to watch anime, talk about manga, play games and more. Visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

Friday, July 12

The Moppets perform Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" at 5 p.m. at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. For details and tickets, visit themontfordmoppets.org.

Parents Night Out is 5 – 8:45 p.m.

• Ferguson Family YMCA (31 Westridge Market Place, Candler) – Kathy Lehman, klehman@ymcawnc.org, 828-575-2929.
• Hendersonville Family YMCA (810 6th Ave. W., Hendersonville) – Adriana Argueta, aargueta@ymcawnc.org, 828-697-9622
• Reuter Family YMCA (3 Town Square Blvd., Asheville) – Brittney Gasperson, bgasperson@ymcawnc.org, 828-210-2263

If you chose to bring a snack for your child, the snack must be nut free. An extra change of clothes (and prepared bottles for infants) are recommended. Member cost is $30, nonmember cost is $50.

Brews & Bears Summer Event series is 5:30 – 8 p.m. at WNC Nature Center. Brews and Bears is an after-hours summer event series where you can enjoy the WNC Nature Center in the evening with a beer, cider, or wine in hand. There are also food vendors and educational programming, along with popsicle enrichment for black bears Uno and Ursa. Tickets are $15 to $35 each, with options for members, non-members, and VIPs. Visit wildwnc.org/brews-and-bears to buy tickets and learn more.

Movies in the Park: “Guardians of the Galaxy” is at Pack Square. The movie will begin about 8:45 p.m. For full details, visit ashevillenc.gov/news/what-to-know-about-asheville-parks-recreations-free-movies-in-the-park-series-starting-may-10

Saturday, July 13

Second Saturday arts events are in the River Arts District. Events include artist demos, exhibits and more. For details and locations, visit riverartsdistrict.com.

Summer Artisan Market is 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Nantahala Outdoor Center. For details, visit noc.com/events.

Parents Night Out is 4 – 7:45 p.m. at Black Mountain YMCA (25 Jane Jacobs Road, Black Mountain). A small snack will be provided. If you chose to bring a snack for your child, the snack must be nut free. An extra change of clothes (and prepared bottles for infants) are recommended. Member cost is $30, nonmember cost is $50. Questions? Contact: Lizzy Wheeler, lwheeler@ymcawnc.org, 828-552-3624. Visit ymcawnc.org and search “parents” for more information.

The Moppets perform Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" at 5 p.m. at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. For details and tickets, visit themontfordmoppets.org.

Sunday, July 14

Summer Splash is 11 – 2 p.m. at Carrier Park. All Ages. Admission is free. The event includes water-themed activities to beat the heat. For details, visit avlrec.com.

The Urban Garden Tour & Tasting with Bountiful Cities is 1 – 4 p.m. in Asheville. Tour the gardens while enjoying dishes and beverages created using seasonal produce. In an effort to raise awareness about food security and urban agriculture, Bountiful Cities brings together this collection of gardens to show how much delicious food can be produced in Asheville. Ticket holders can sample unique creations and confections from Curate, Sunny Point Cafe, The Hop Ice Cream, DJ’s Pickles, Sugar and Snow Gelato, Everyday Gourmet, Buchi Kombucha, and more. There will also be an after party hosted by The Odd starting at 6 p.m. Registration is free to visit the gardens. To sample food and beverages at all 10 gardens, tickets are available at the early bird price of $40. Register or purchase tickets at bountifulcities.org or directly on the registration page.To view a map of the gardens, visit here.

The Moppets perform Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" at 5 p.m. at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. For details and tickets, visit themontfordmoppets.org.

Monday, July 15

Tuesday, July 16

Dana Hill Magic presents a family friendly magic show at 11 a.m. at the Fletcher Library and at 2 p.m. at the Henderson County Main Library. For details, visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

$1 Summer movies – “Clifford the Big Red Dog” and “Sonic the Hedgehog” are shown at 11 a.m. at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Journal Making for Teens is at 2 p.m. at the Edneyville Library. Rising grades 6 – 12 are invited to design and decorate your own journal. Supplies provided. Register online or call 828-685-0110. Visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

Eyes That Shine Back is at 8:30 p.m. at Highlands Nature Center. This free program is weather-dependent. Registration is required. Visit highlandsbiological.org.

Wednesday, July 17

Story Time is 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. at the Asheville YMCA (30 Woodfin St.). Join in for story time with Jen from the Leicester Library. Each month features a new theme with stories, crafts, songs, and interactive activities. This is a free event located in the Youth Development Center. Questions? Contact Jenn Lawing, jlawing@ymcawnc.org, 828-552-3605. Visit ymcawnc.org/schedules/events/story-time-1.

Puppet Playtime is 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the East Asheville Library. Parental supervision required. Call 828-250-4738 or email eastasheville.library@buncombecounty.org.

Dana Hill Magic presents a family friendly magic show at 11 a.m. at the Mills River Library. For details, visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

$1 Summer movies – “Clifford the Big Red Dog” and “Sonic the Hedgehog” are shown at 11 a.m. at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Thursday, July 18

Summer Splash is 11 – 2 p.m. at Malvern Hills Park. All Ages. Admission is free. The event includes water-themed activities to beat the heat. For details, visit avlrec.com.

Friday, July 19

Parents Night Out is 5:15 – 9 p.m. at Asheville YMCA (30 Woodfin St.). A small snack will be provided. If you chose to bring a snack for your child, the snack must be nut free. An extra change of clothes (and prepared bottles for infants) are recommended. Member cost is $30., nonmember cost is $50. Questions? Contact Jenn Lawing, jlawing@ymcawnc.org, 828-552-3605. Visit ymcawnc.org and search “parents” for more information.

Saturday, July 20

Outdoor Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Fairview Library. Call 828-250-6484 or email fairview.library@buncombecounty.org.

“The Haunted States of America” Book Signing with Melissa Cole is 2 – 4 p.m. (drop in) at The Hop Ice Cream (Merrimon Ave.). The book is recommended for ages 9 – 12. Visit malaprops.com/event to learn more.

Sunday, July 21

Monday, July 22

Big Bang Boom! presents a high energy show of parent-friendly children’s music at 11 a.m. at the Etowah Library and at 2 p.m. at the Henderson County Main Library. For details, visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

Tuesday, July 23

$1 Summer movies – “Trolls Band Together” and “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” are shown at 11 a.m. at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Amazing Moths is at 8:30 p.m. at Highlands Nature Center. This free program is weather-dependent. Registration is required. Visit highlandsbiological.org.

Wednesday, July 24

Puppet Playtime is 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the East Asheville Library. Parental supervision required. Call 828-250-4738 or email eastasheville.library@buncombecounty.org.

$1 Summer movies – “Trolls Band Together” and “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” are shown at 11 a.m. at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Virtual Event: “The Haunted States of America” with contributors Melissa Cole, TeMika Grooms, K.E. Lewis, and Robyn J. Wall is live online at 6 p.m. The book is recommended for ages 9 – 12. Visit malaprops.com/event to learn more and RSVP to attend.

Thursday, July 25

Virtual Event: “The Twisted Tower of Endless Torment” – Rob Renzetti in conversation with Moss Lawton is live online at 1 p.m. The book is recommended for ages 8 – 12. Visit malaprops.com/event to learn more and RSVP to attend.

Friday, July 26

Parents Night Out is 5 – 8:45 p.m.

• Ferguson Family YMCA (31 Westridge Market Place, Candler) – Kathy Lehman, klehman@ymcawnc.org, 828-575-2929.
• Hendersonville Family YMCA (810 6th Ave. W., Hendersonville) – Adriana Argueta, aargueta@ymcawnc.org, 828-697-9622
• Reuter Family YMCA (3 Town Square Blvd., Asheville) – Brittney Gasperson, bgasperson@ymcawnc.org, 828-210-2263

If you chose to bring a snack for your child, the snack must be nut free. An extra change of clothes (and prepared bottles for infants) are recommended. Member cost is $30, nonmember cost is $50.

Community Skate Jam is 6 – 10 p.m. at Carrier Park. Rental Skates are available for $3. There is no fee and no registration required to participate. For more information contact Shiloh Community Center at 828-274-7739 or visit avlrec.com.

Saturday, July 27

Parents Night Out is 4 – 7:45 p.m. at Black Mountain YMCA (25 Jane Jacobs Road, Black Mountain). A small snack will be provided. If you chose to bring a snack for your child, the snack must be nut free. An extra change of clothes (and prepared bottles for infants) are recommended. Member cost is $30, nonmember cost is $50. Questions? Contact: Lizzy Wheeler, lwheeler@ymcawnc.org, 828-552-3624. Visit ymcawnc.org and search “parents” for more information.

Kids’ Night Out is 6 – 10 p.m. at Asheville Sun Soo Martial Arts. It features crafts, games, a movie and pizza. For elementary ages. Open to the public. Register online at martialartsasheville.com/kids-night-out-2.

Sunday, July 28

Monday, July 29

A Playmore Soirée, benefitting the Highlands Biological Foundation, is at 6 p.m. at the historic Playmore property. For details and tickets, visit highlandsbiological.org/soiree2024.

Tuesday, July 30

Roper Mountain Science on Wheels presents “Super Cold Science” at 11 a.m. at the Henderson County Main Library and at 2 p.m. at the Edneyville Library. See how solids, liquids, and gases are affected by extreme temperature changes. For details, visit hendersoncountync.gov/library.

“What Bat is That?” is at 9 p.m. at Highlands Nature Center. Tune into the sounds of the many special bats of the Highlands area. Join naturalists on a walk through the Botanical Garden to watch them in flight. This free program is weather-dependent. Registration is required. Visit highlandsbiological.org.

Wednesday, July 31

Puppet Playtime is 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the East Asheville Library. Parental supervision required. Call 828-250-4738 or email eastasheville.library@buncombecounty.org.

Enjoy Story Time, Family Fun and More

Tickets for Autumn at Oz, held in September at Land of Oz, are on sale. For details, visit landofoznc.com.

YMCA Camp Kiddos is a half-day enrichment camp for ages 3 – 5. It introduces kids to structured camp through arts, crafts, song, outdoor play and water safety. Kiddos must be potty trained to attend. A small snack will be provided. Member cost: $125, Nonmember: $185. July 8 – 12, July 15 – 19, and July 22 – 26, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Asheville YMCA, Reuter Family YMCA, Ferguson Family YMCA and Hendersonville Family YMCA. For details and registration, visit

ymcawnc.org/activity-finder?step=results&searchKeywords=camp%20kiddos.

Asheville Sailing Club offers Youth Sailing Classes through the summer using its fleet of boats. The goal is to teach the basics, build skill levels, promote accomplishment, and nurture a sense of self-esteem on the water. Scholarships are available. For details, visit ashevillesailing.org/summer-sailing.

Note: Story Times may change during summer reading programming. Story Times are offered at Henderson County Public Libraries. Get full details at hendersoncountync.gov/library.

• Mills River and Edneyville (families welcome) – 10 a.m. Mondays
• Etowah (families welcome) – 10 a.m. Tuesdays
• Preschool story time at Main (ages 3 – 5) – 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays
• Fletcher (families welcome) and Toddler Time at Main (ages 18 months – 3) – 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays
• Green River (families welcome) – 10 a.m. Thursdays
• Music and Movement at Main (families welcome) – 10:30 a.m. Thursdays
• Bouncing Babies at Main (ages birth – 18 months with a caregiver) – 11:15 a.m. Thursdays

Note: Story Times may change during summer reading programming. Story times are offered at Buncombe County Libraries. Get full details at buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/library/services/story-times.aspx.

Baby Story Time – ages 4 – 18 months:

• Oakley/South Asheville Library – Friday at 10:30 a.m.
• Leicester Library – Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
• Weaverville Library – Tuesday at 3:30 p.m.

Toddler Story Time – ages 18 months – 3 years:

• North Asheville Library – Friday at 10:30 a.m.
• Fairview Library and Leicester Library – Thursday at 10:30 a.m.
• Enka-Candler Library – Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Story Time – ages 3 – 5 years:

• East Asheville Library and West Asheville Library – Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
• Swannanoa Library – Thursday at 10:30 a.m.
• Fairview Library – Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.
• Black Mountain Library and Weaverville Library – Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.
• Pack Memorial Library – Wednesday at 3:30 p.m.

Hora Del Cuento/Story Time

• Skyland/South Buncombe Library – Friday at 10:30 a.m.
• Oakley/South Asheville Library – Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.

A Babysitting class is offered at YMCA locations in Black Mountain (July) and Reuter. For details and registration, visit ymcawnc.org/activity-finder?step=results&searchKeywords=babysit.

Registration is open for The Montford Moppets summer programs. "Much Ado About Nothing" rehearsals start July 15. Visit themontfordmoppets.org/what-we-do/much-ado-about-nothing-2024.

Theater Classes are offered at Asheville Community Theatre. For details, visit ashevilletheatre.org.

Small-scale Kids Art + Design Classes for ages 5 – 10 are offered by Ginger Huebner at the R+W Creative Campus. For details and registration, visit gingerhuebner.com/art-education.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library impacts the pre-literacy skills and school readiness of children under the age of 5 in Buncombe County. The program mails a new, free, age-appropriate book to registered children each month until they turn 5 years old, creating a home library of up to 60 books and instilling a love of books and reading. For details and registration, visit imaginationlibrary.com.

YMCA afterschool programs have a few spots available. For details, visit ymcawnc.org/programs/children-teens/childcare/afterschool or call 828-251-5910.

Parents Time Out events are offered by the YMCA of Western North Carolina. These events take place at various times and locations. There are options for both members and non-members with no commitments. Learn more about drop-off childcare here or find dates and times to register here.

Highlands Nature Center is open 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday. Visit highlandsbiological.org.

Group tours for grades pre-K – 12 are offered at Asheville Art Museum. For details and registration, visit ashevilleart.org.

Hands On! Children’s Museum offers free admission to families who present their adult WIC card. Zoom passes from the Hendersonville Library have limited day passes as well. For details, visit handsonwnc.org.

Zoom D&D with Raj for teens is 3 – 6 p.m. Saturdays through the Buncombe County Library. Sign-up is required. Email Raj at raj.bowers-racine@buncombecounty.org to request attendance.

Kindermusik for ages birth – 5 is offered at We Rock the Spectrum. For details, visit kindermusik.com/studio/58207.

Nantahala Outdoor Center offers adventure trips. 2024 trips are booking now. For details, visit noc.com.

Curious George: Let’s Get Curious! is open at the Upcountry History Museum in Greenville, South Carolina. The exhibition is a hands-on, bilingual (English and Spanish), interactive learning experience, developed for children ages 2 – 8 and their caregivers. It continues through Oct. 6. For details, visit upcountryhistory.org.

Wings in the Air is open at TCMU-Greenville (South Carolina). Soar to new heights and explore the cultural corner, where guests will embark on an adventurous journey to Colombia. Visit tcmupstate.org.

SUPPORT AND CONNECTION

Babies Need Bottoms Diaper Bank: If your family needs diapers, call 2-1-1 for assistance with this and other resources. To help end diaper need in WNC, Babies Need Bottoms need volunteers to prepare diaper bundles, pick up from collection boxes, host diaper drives and more. Do you have leftover diapers? Donate them in collection boxes. Learn more at babiesneedbottoms.org.

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn is offered in-person for children 0-5 and their parents/caregivers in Buncombe County. KPL in-person is a once-a-week, 90 minute adult-child group that features a mix of free play, outdoor play (where available), and group activities/circle time. It is free and open to 0-5 year olds who reside in Buncombe County and are not enrolled in licensed child care. Parents/caregivers attend with the child and support them in the activities. There are currently spaces in these preschool groups for 3-5 year olds: Mondays from 9 – 10:30 a.m. at Johnston Elementary School or Tuesdays or Wednesdays from 10 –11:30 a.m. at Burton Street Community Center (West Asheville). Families attend one day per week. Registration is required before attendance and registration is ongoing, either by email to marna.holland@acsgmail.net or calling 828-350-2904. In-person infant and toddler classes are currently full.

Community Connections: Free Parenting Resource meets noon – 1 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at We Rock the Spectrum Asheville. Ask questions, talk and build community. For challenges with toddlerhood, potty training, socialization, school or learning, challenging behaviors, wanting to increase connectivity to others, and experiences, supporting meaningful communication, etc. Register at https://tinyurl.com/4na43kcp.

Perinatal Loss Support Group – Homegrown Families Perinatal Bereavement Parent Support Group is for families who have experienced the loss of a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or newborn death. For details, visit ashevillehomegrownfamilies.com.

The Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) is an evidence-based program that gives parents confidence and in turn, helps them raise confident children. Local parents and caregivers have access to this free, positive parenting course online. Access Triple P resources at triplepwnc.com or triplep-parenting.com.