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Don't Forget Your Flu Shot! |
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| Healthy Tip - Safe Cycling |
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More people in Buncombe County seem to be commuting by bike to work or to run errands. Not only is it a good way to save gas, but it is a great way to  get some exercise. However, riding in traffic is a skill that many of us are not entirely comfortable with - even when we do it on a regular basis.
Healthy Buncombe and the Asheville Bicycle and Pedestrian Task Force are hosting a Road 1 bicycle education class on Saturday, October 18th from 8:30am - 3:00pm at the YWCA on S. French Broad Avenue. The cost of the course is $15 for materials. You’ll need to bring your bike, helmet, and a bag lunch.
The class will:
- Review traffic rules that will insure the bicyclist rides safely and effectively in traffic.
- Give information on where to ride on the road that will make the bicyclist predictable and visible.
- Defensive maneuvers and skills that will help bicyclist avoid collisions with cars.
- Give the bicyclist confidence to ride with traffic by giving practice on skills.
To register contact Claudia Nix at claudianix@libertybikes.com or call 255-8731. |
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| Don't Forget... Pack Library's HUGE Book Sale Starts Oct. 16 |
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 Love books and bargains? Mark your calendars for the annual Gigantic Book Sale at Pack Library in downtown Asheville:
- Thursday, October 16 from 5-8pm Friends Preview Sale
- Friday, October 17 from 9:30am - 4:30pm
- Saturday, October 18 from 9:30am - 4:30pm
- Sunday, October 19 from 2 - 5pm $1 per bag, $2 per box
There will be fiction and non-fiction for children and adults with new titles to discover every day. You can join the Friends at the door for admission to Friends Preview Sale. All proceeds will benefit Buncombe County Libraries. For more information call 250-4700. |
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| NC Big Sweep: Clean Your Own Day - October 18th! |
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Join Quality Forward in cleaning up our rivers and streams!
October 18 -- ALL DAY: Gather a group and clean your own stream or street after picking up supplies (available starting Wednesday. October 15th) at one of these distribution points:
- North - Reems Creek Nursery: 70 Monticello Road in Weaverville (828) 645-2533
- South - B.B. Barns Nursery: 3377 Sweeten Creek Road in Arden (828) 650-7300
- West - Jesse Israel & Sons Nursery & Landscaping in Asheville: 570 Brevard Rd Lot 16 (828) 254-2671
- East - Mountain Harvest Florist & Garden Center in Fairview: 600 Charlotte Highway (74A) (828) 298-9000
- River - Southern Waterways: 521 Amboy Rd in Asheville (828) 232-1970
After cleanup supplies will need to be returned to either the pickup location or to Quality Forward at 357 Depot Street.
For more information or to register, call 254-1776. |
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| Take Stock with a Garden Journal |
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If you are not in the habit of keeping a garden journal, right now would be an excellent time to walk around the landscape with a pencil and paper to make some notes for next year.
Which plants performed best this year? Which did not? What do you want to plant more of and what should be replaced? Maybe you want to try other varieties of the winners. Include the vegetable garden in this list.
Did some of your plant combinations turn out particularly well? Or maybe you want to make note to try a different color combination next time. Are there problems to be dealt with? It could be plants that have become invasive or a disease or insect problem you want to note when and where to be on the look out for in the future. Do you need to remember to water the hydrangea more often? Or is it time to replace an overgrown shrub or one that suffers drought stress or pest problems.
Keep all these things in mind when taking notes, and you will have a head start on your landscape for next year. For more information, call Buncombe County Cooperative Extension at 255-5522. |
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| Introduction to the Master Gardener Program |
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Wednesday, October 22
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Buncombe County Extension Center
94 Coxe Avenue, Asheville
If you think you might be interested in becoming an Extension Master Gardener volunteer, this is your opportunity to come and learn more about this popular program in Buncombe County. Learn about the training requirements, volunteer activities, class schedule, and meet some current volunteers.
You may fill out an application form and even schedule an interview if you like.
No pre-registration required. For more information, call Buncombe County Cooperative Extension at 255-5522. |
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What was the largest animal ever seen alive? |
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The largest animal ever seen alive was a 113.5 foot, 170-ton female blue whale. |
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