What's Happening In Buncombe

Shots will be available for anyone age 6 months and above from 5 - 7pm on Nov. 13 & 20.

Have you ever thought of fostering or adopting a child? Come to this free workshop to find out what is involved.

Do your emails make you look unprofessional? Here are some things to keep in mind regarding professional e-mail conduct...

Your child can receive a letter from Santa! It's easy and fun!

Please take a few minutes to answer a short survey to help us learn more about the public opinion on animal issues in Buncombe County.

The juicy turkey that will grace many dining room tables this Thanksgiving is not the bird some may imagine it to be.

Join Scott New, historical program supervisor at Wilderness Road State Park in Kentucky and Daniel Boone expert, as he brings Daniel Boone to life.

Can you give a dog a home? Maybe a cat? How about a kitten? These animals need your help.

Congratulations to Phyllis Humble for her Chicken Fiesta Soup recipe!

The mercury is dropping and with it the motivation for many to stay active during the colder months. The weather in North Carolina can be unpredictable, especially during the autumn months with some days warm and sunny and others gray and chilly.

Heading outdoors for activities can be fun if you know how to dress to stay warm or cool. Here are some tips to help you.

1. Wear layers. With layers, if you get too warm you can always take something off but you can't grab an extra jacket halfway through your hike. Your first layer should be made from a material that wicks moisture away from your body to keep you comfortable. Your next layer should be thicker, such as a fleece, for warmth. If the weather is damp, add a waterproof, breathable outer layer to keep you dry.
2. Cover your extremities. Your ears, hands and feet are most vulnerable to the cold. If you are doing vigorous exercise, such as running, a headband that covers your ears but lets some warmth escape will keep you comfortable. Heat escapes quickly from your head so if you are doing more moderate activities, wear a hat to keep warm. Wear gloves or mittens to protect your fingers. Keep your toes toasty with thick socks. Look for socks with moisture wicking fibers if your feet tend to sweat-this will prevent blisters.
3. Be active during the day. There are fewer daylight hours during the cooler months and doing your workout during the light hours will keep you safe. If you go when the light is poor, wear reflective clothing, take a flashlight or headlamp and be sure your shoes have enough traction to prevent slips and falls.
4. Drink plenty of fluids. Staying hydrated during your workout is just as important in the cooler months as it is in the warmer months.
5. If it is too cold, do your workout inside. On days when it is just too frosty to be outside, hit the gym, walk at the mall, swim at an indoor pool or put on your favorite workout DVD. Just because it is cold outside doesn't mean you can't be creative and find ways to move more indoors.

All Buncombe County Government Offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

Thursday, November 13 -- 7pm
West Asheville Library
942 Haywood Road
250-4650

From the age of 13, Daniel Boone spent weeks and months in the wilderness, hunting, trapping, and exploring. He learned the animal trails and the Indian paths. He visited Indian villages and explored their hunting grounds. Beginning in 1775, he led hundreds of people through the Cumberland Gap into Kentucky. More than 200 years later, he remains the symbol of the frontiersman.

Dr. Phyllis Lang will discuss Boone’s life in this illustrated program, which includes 2008 photographs of significant Boone sites, including Pilot Knob, Sycamore Shoals, Martin’s Station, Cumberland Gap, and more.

You should never let your dogs or cats eat any of these foods. Be sure to store them where your pets can’t find them.

• Avocados
• Chocolate (all forms)
• Coffee (all forms)
• Onions & onion powder
• Garlic
• Grapes
• Raisins
• Macadamia nuts
• Alcoholic beverages
• Moldy/spoiled foods
• Salt
• Fatty foods
• Gum, candies, or other foods sweetened with xylitol
• Tea leaves
• Raw yeast dough

Source: ASPCA

Please join Buncombe County Parks, Greenways and Recreation Services for an information and public comment session outlining the upcoming project at Karpen Field.

The project will include a renovated soccer field, walking trail, playground, picnic area, and bathroom facilities.

• Where:  Weaverville Town Hall
• When:  November 20, 2008
• Time:  6:00 P.M.

Please come out and support Buncombe County Parks, Greenways and Recreation Services! Questions? Call Jessica at 250-4260.