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April 1, 2008 through October 31, 2008
kaleidoscope ~ contemporary landscape sculpture exhibit
The North Carolina Arboretum

An outdoor sculpture exhibit embracing the opportunity to see things of beautiful form, pattern and change. Just as the kaleidoscope - a favorite childhood toy - offers a changeable scene when looking throught the morrored tube, outdoor sculpture can change the view of a landscape by its presence and our position in relation to the piece.
828-665-2492

October 3, 2008 through October 3, 2008
Art Walk 2008
Downtown Asheville

The Asheville Downtown Gallery Association has Thirty-one downtown galleries for you to visit that are listed on the Downtown Gallery Guide with a map to help you along the way at any participating downtown gallery, the Chamber of Commerce, or Pack Place.
828.258.0710 x108

October 11, 2008 through October 11, 2008
Hey Day
WNC Nature Center

For the 32nd time, the Friends of the Nature Center hosts Hey Day, its popular fall family festival, on Saturday, October 11th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Western North Carolina Nature Center, 75 Gashes Creek Road in east Asheville. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for children, and FREE to Members of Friends of the Nature Center. Scrumptious food will be available at the Classroom Café onsite, so families can spend the whole day!
828-298-5600 or
friends@wildwnc.org

October 16, 2008 through October 29, 2008
61st annual craft fair of the southern highlands
The Civic Center in Asheville

he Civic Center in Asheville comes alive with fine traditional and contemporary crafts. The Fairs, a local tradition since 1948, showcase the work of members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild and feature craft demonstrations, regional music and entertainment. 10:00 AM-05:00 PM. Admission is $6 with children under 12 free with an adult. Group discounts are available.
828-298-7928

October 17, 2008 through October 19, 2008
lake eden arts festival (leaf)
The Civic Center in Asheville

Lake Eden Arts Festival (LEAF) presents World Beat, Blues, Folk, Celtic, Bluegrass, Gospel, Latin and more. LEAF also highlights Folk Arts, Poetry, Juried Handcrafts, Healing Arts, kids activities, kayaking, swimming and camping. Connecting cultures & creating community through music & arts!
828/68•MUSIC (686-8742) or
info@theLEAF.com