October Community Night-- Bare Dark Sky Observatory
Hands-on stargazing night with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky objects like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Casual community gathering packed with astronomy fun facts and meteor watching under dark skies.
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Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of the moon, planets, constellations, and deep-sky sights like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of the moon, planets, constellations, and deep-sky sights like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of the moon, planets, constellations, and deep-sky sights like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Telescope-guided stargazing and bite-size astronomy lessons on planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and meteors. A community night under dark skies with fun space facts and skywatching tips.
Telescope-guided stargazing and bite-size astronomy lessons on planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and meteors. A community night under dark skies with fun space facts and skywatching tips.
Telescope-guided stargazing and bite-size astronomy lessons on planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and meteors. A community night under dark skies with fun space facts and skywatching tips.
Hands-on stargazing at a dark-sky observatory with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night outdoors.
Hands-on stargazing at a dark-sky observatory with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night outdoors.
Hands-on stargazing at a dark-sky observatory with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night outdoors.
Late-night moonwatching at the Bare Dark Sky Observatory with telescopes trained on a bright, cratered Moon for close-up viewing and informal learning. A community stargazing meetup at Mayland Earth to Sky Park focused on lunar geology and observation.
Late-night moonwatching at the Bare Dark Sky Observatory with telescopes trained on a bright, cratered Moon for close-up viewing and informal learning. A community stargazing meetup at Mayland Earth to Sky Park focused on lunar geology and observation.
Late-night moonwatching at the Bare Dark Sky Observatory with telescopes trained on a bright, cratered Moon for close-up viewing and informal learning. A community stargazing meetup at Mayland Earth to Sky Park focused on lunar geology and observation.
After-dusk public stargazing uses the observatory’s telescopes to view a range of celestial objects, from planets to deep sky targets. Park at the Reuter Center and ride the shuttle up to Lookout for an easy-access astronomy night.
After-dusk public stargazing uses the observatory’s telescopes to view a range of celestial objects, from planets to deep sky targets. Park at the Reuter Center and ride the shuttle up to Lookout for an easy-access astronomy night.
After-dusk public stargazing uses the observatory’s telescopes to view a range of celestial objects, from planets to deep sky targets. Park at the Reuter Center and ride the shuttle up to Lookout for an easy-access astronomy night.
An adult-focused night program devoted to astronomy and dark-sky observation, with guided stargazing and sky interpretation. Expect a small-group field course vibe centered on constellations, celestial objects, and mountain nighttime conditions.
An adult-focused night program devoted to astronomy and dark-sky observation, with guided stargazing and sky interpretation. Expect a small-group field course vibe centered on constellations, celestial objects, and mountain nighttime conditions.
An adult-focused night program devoted to astronomy and dark-sky observation, with guided stargazing and sky interpretation. Expect a small-group field course vibe centered on constellations, celestial objects, and mountain nighttime conditions.
After-dark naturalist program exploring Grandfather Mountain’s forests and trails with a focus on nocturnal wildlife, ecology, and night-sky observation. Expect guided interpretation, low-light walking, and hands-on nature learning in a mountain setting.
After-dark naturalist program exploring Grandfather Mountain’s forests and trails with a focus on nocturnal wildlife, ecology, and night-sky observation. Expect guided interpretation, low-light walking, and hands-on nature learning in a mountain setting.
After-dark naturalist program exploring Grandfather Mountain’s forests and trails with a focus on nocturnal wildlife, ecology, and night-sky observation. Expect guided interpretation, low-light walking, and hands-on nature learning in a mountain setting.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
A guided evening walk focused on identifying wild mushrooms along forest trails near Rice Pinnacle. Expect hands-on tips for safe foraging, habitat spotting, and seasonal fungi identification in a small-group hike.
A guided evening walk focused on identifying wild mushrooms along forest trails near Rice Pinnacle. Expect hands-on tips for safe foraging, habitat spotting, and seasonal fungi identification in a small-group hike.
A guided evening walk focused on identifying wild mushrooms along forest trails near Rice Pinnacle. Expect hands-on tips for safe foraging, habitat spotting, and seasonal fungi identification in a small-group hike.
An interactive trail-safety talk with a local park ranger covering the 10 Essentials, emergency decision-making, and how to handle bears, snakes, off leash dogs, and unpredictable people. Practical outdoor preparedness tips for both new hikers and seasoned adventurers in a casual taproom setting.
An interactive trail-safety talk with a local park ranger covering the 10 Essentials, emergency decision-making, and how to handle bears, snakes, off leash dogs, and unpredictable people. Practical outdoor preparedness tips for both new hikers and seasoned adventurers in a casual taproom setting.
An interactive trail-safety talk with a local park ranger covering the 10 Essentials, emergency decision-making, and how to handle bears, snakes, off leash dogs, and unpredictable people. Practical outdoor preparedness tips for both new hikers and seasoned adventurers in a casual taproom setting.
Open-circle astrology salon with Q&A and contemplative sharing around the month’s planetary transits and chart themes. Held in an intimate cocktail bar setting for reflective conversation, learning, and community connection.
Open-circle astrology salon with Q&A and contemplative sharing around the month’s planetary transits and chart themes. Held in an intimate cocktail bar setting for reflective conversation, learning, and community connection.
Open-circle astrology salon with Q&A and contemplative sharing around the month’s planetary transits and chart themes. Held in an intimate cocktail bar setting for reflective conversation, learning, and community connection.
Informal artist talks inside Trackside Studios with behind the scenes context on works in progress, materials, and creative process. A laid back second Saturday hang for meeting local makers and asking questions in a working studio environment.
Informal artist talks inside Trackside Studios with behind the scenes context on works in progress, materials, and creative process. A laid back second Saturday hang for meeting local makers and asking questions in a working studio environment.
Informal artist talks inside Trackside Studios with behind the scenes context on works in progress, materials, and creative process. A laid back second Saturday hang for meeting local makers and asking questions in a working studio environment.
Guided walk through the Vance Birthplace grounds highlighting backyard and historic homestead plants, with practical identification tips and seasonal growing insights. A relaxed, beginner friendly outdoor tour blending local history with hands on plant learning.
Guided walk through the Vance Birthplace grounds highlighting backyard and historic homestead plants, with practical identification tips and seasonal growing insights. A relaxed, beginner friendly outdoor tour blending local history with hands on plant learning.
Guided walk through the Vance Birthplace grounds highlighting backyard and historic homestead plants, with practical identification tips and seasonal growing insights. A relaxed, beginner friendly outdoor tour blending local history with hands on plant learning.
Astrology insights set the tone for a deep gong bath where shimmering overtones and sustained vibrations guide the nervous system into calm. A quiet, candlelit-style evening designed for reflection, intention setting, and inner reset.
Astrology insights set the tone for a deep gong bath where shimmering overtones and sustained vibrations guide the nervous system into calm. A quiet, candlelit-style evening designed for reflection, intention setting, and inner reset.
Astrology insights set the tone for a deep gong bath where shimmering overtones and sustained vibrations guide the nervous system into calm. A quiet, candlelit-style evening designed for reflection, intention setting, and inner reset.
A beginner-friendly sangha night with 30 minutes of guided meditation, a short break, then group reading and discussion of a Buddhist text. Welcoming, low-pressure community practice with no experience required and free admission.
A beginner-friendly sangha night with 30 minutes of guided meditation, a short break, then group reading and discussion of a Buddhist text. Welcoming, low-pressure community practice with no experience required and free admission.
A beginner-friendly sangha night with 30 minutes of guided meditation, a short break, then group reading and discussion of a Buddhist text. Welcoming, low-pressure community practice with no experience required and free admission.
Astrology insights pair with intuitive journaling prompts in a tranquil salt cave setting, blending reflective writing with grounding mindfulness. Expect a gentle, self discovery focused evening aimed at clarity, intention setting, and inner guidance.
Astrology insights pair with intuitive journaling prompts in a tranquil salt cave setting, blending reflective writing with grounding mindfulness. Expect a gentle, self discovery focused evening aimed at clarity, intention setting, and inner guidance.
Astrology insights pair with intuitive journaling prompts in a tranquil salt cave setting, blending reflective writing with grounding mindfulness. Expect a gentle, self discovery focused evening aimed at clarity, intention setting, and inner guidance.
An informal astrology discussion circle meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, welcoming drop-ins for conversation and learning about charts, signs, and cosmic timing. Held early evening at a neighborhood community center in Weaverville.
An informal astrology discussion circle meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, welcoming drop-ins for conversation and learning about charts, signs, and cosmic timing. Held early evening at a neighborhood community center in Weaverville.
An informal astrology discussion circle meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, welcoming drop-ins for conversation and learning about charts, signs, and cosmic timing. Held early evening at a neighborhood community center in Weaverville.
Opening-night reception for an exhibit themed around the tension between structure and movement, with contemporary works that emphasize gesture, rhythm, and spatial relationships. Expect a lively gallery-night crowd and conversation with artists and curators.
Opening-night reception for an exhibit themed around the tension between structure and movement, with contemporary works that emphasize gesture, rhythm, and spatial relationships. Expect a lively gallery-night crowd and conversation with artists and curators.
Opening-night reception for an exhibit themed around the tension between structure and movement, with contemporary works that emphasize gesture, rhythm, and spatial relationships. Expect a lively gallery-night crowd and conversation with artists and curators.
After-hours wildlife fundraiser with black bears Uno & Ursa getting popsicle enrichment while you sip a drink and browse food and drink vendors. Live music and special animal programs add a family-friendly vibe, with a limited adults-only VIP early-entry animal encounter option.
After-hours wildlife fundraiser with black bears Uno & Ursa getting popsicle enrichment while you sip a drink and browse food and drink vendors. Live music and special animal programs add a family-friendly vibe, with a limited adults-only VIP early-entry animal encounter option.
After-hours wildlife fundraiser with black bears Uno & Ursa getting popsicle enrichment while you sip a drink and browse food and drink vendors. Live music and special animal programs add a family-friendly vibe, with a limited adults-only VIP early-entry animal encounter option.
Hands-on fossil and paleontology night in a laid-back brewery setting, geared toward curious beginners and science enthusiasts. Expect informal discussion, show-and-tell style specimens, and plenty of beer-fueled nerding out with locals.
Hands-on fossil and paleontology night in a laid-back brewery setting, geared toward curious beginners and science enthusiasts. Expect informal discussion, show-and-tell style specimens, and plenty of beer-fueled nerding out with locals.
Hands-on fossil and paleontology night in a laid-back brewery setting, geared toward curious beginners and science enthusiasts. Expect informal discussion, show-and-tell style specimens, and plenty of beer-fueled nerding out with locals.