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Please join us for a discussion of Taoism and its influences on philosophy and health. The class will be loosely structured around readings from the Tao De Ching, and Chuang Tzŭ, or any other material you care to bring. There will also be a Chi Gong or Taiji Ch’aun practice (Cheng Man-ch’ing’s yang short form). As discussions progress topics may include: an introduction to a Taoist view of the seasons, directions, and other Nature forces, and their influence on Chinese medicine. The class is being organized by Joel Packard, a Boone resident, Chinese Medicine student, and practitioner of Taiji Ch’aun.
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For specific club details go to www.wataugaleisurebiking.com
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This is a fast, flat scenic 5k race. Race starts and ends at Todd General Store. Preregistration - $15.00, Race Day - $18.00. All proceeds go to the R. Flake Shaw Scholarship Fund. Registration forms are available at http://webpages.charter.net/boonegirl/ or call Helen Moretz - 828-264-7142 or Janet Moretz - 828-264-9480 for more information. All runners receive a high quality t-shirt and participate in post race celebrations, including food, door prizes and awards ceremony. Top 3 Male/Female in age group divisions will receive special awards.
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The Avery A&H Fair Board Extends a very Special Welcome to You. Gates open at 5pm on Tuesday - Friday, September 9th - 12th and 12 noon on Saturday September 13th. Gate prices are $6 Adult &3 Children 6-12 and Free for 0-5 years. Inners Shows Ride Bracelets are $15.00. Get in on the fun and fill your forms out for the Farm & Home Entries, Livestock Barn and Show, Scarecrow Contest, Talent and Beauty Shows, etc. Join us each day for loads of Fun and Excitement. 828-387-6870
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4th Annual Blue Ridge Equestrian 4-H Horse Show Western, English, Non-Trotting and Gaming classes for both experienced and novice riders as well as face painting, pony rides and games at the Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve, Blowing Rock, NC starting at 8:00 a.m. $8.00 class entry fees. $10.00 Jackpot Class Entry Fee Info: www.blueridge4h.org or blueridge4h@hotmail.com
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CNPA, Carolinas' Nature Photographers Association, is proud to sponsor Art Wolfe for a photo workshop in Charlotte, October 17 - 19, 2008. The photo workshop will include sessions on Composition, Distilling a Scene, Image Editing, Preparing for in-the-field trips, Q&A sessions about photography. For further information go to "www.cnpa.org." and click on Art Wolfe workshop. CNPA is a non-profit, al volunteer group dedicated to the education of individuals in photography, the enjoyment of nature and photographing with others in North and South Carolina. ------30--------- Bob Phipps Foothills Region Coordinator 3991 Rising Hills Dr. Lenoir, NC
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The Riverview Farmer’s Market is open every Thursday 1:00 pm til 6:00 pm starting May 22. Everyone is welcome! You’re invited to Come Grow With Us and Come Buy With Us by the Scenic North Fork of the New River in Ashe County. We have fresh local produce grown by local folks. Also available is breads, jams, jellies, vinegars and other foods. We are located at Riverview Community Center, 11719 NC Hwy 88 West, Creston, NC 28615, 5 miles west of Warrensville, 12 miles east of Trade TN, at Rich Hill Rd. If rainy, meet inside the gym. We want more growers and sellers! For information about joining call or email the Market Coordinator phone (336)977-9663 email andreajy58@hotmail.com website www.riverviewccnc.org
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Art in the Park in Blowing Rock, North Carolina begins its 46th year, on May 17th! This award-winning series features the works of juried artisans from all over the Eastern U.S. in metal, fiber, watercolor and oil painting, wood, photography, basketry, jewelry, clay, glass and more. The Chamber of Commerce provides free shuttles throughout the day. Just park your car at Tanger Outlet Center or the Food Lion Grocery on Highway 321 bypass, and hop on the shuttle which will bring you right into downtown Blowing Rock. The show is located at the American Legion Grounds just behind Memorial Park and admission is FREE. Show hours are 10 am til 5 pm. Dates for this year’s shows are: May 17, June 14, July 19, August 16, September 13 & October 4.
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Join CentralFoothillsMommies.com for great conversations and local playdates. www.centralfoothillsmommies.com www.themommiesnetwork.com
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At least 5 aid stations. 7 hour time limit. Pottery cup or Nathan Quickdraw for entrants. Patagonia Long Sleeve finishers shirts. Prizes top 3 M &F under 40 and 40+. Post race meal. $50.00 before 9/1/08, $65.00 after. Register at http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?EVENT_ID=1512090&CHECKSSO=0 For more information: www.ncnr.org/nrt50k.html or contact race director Annette Bednosky: annettebednosky@gmail.com, 336-620-2986
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4/5-6 Solar Water & Space Heating Attendees will learn how to best take advantage of a free and renewable fuel source to heat their home and water using proven and reliable technologies. Solar thermal applications are currently the most accessible and economically favorable of solar technologies available in the marketplace. Solar thermal systems are not new, but they are definitely exciting, and current tax credits make them more affordable than ever. Site assessment, system design, maintenance, and operation will all be covered in depth in this question-oriented clinic. 4/19-20 Small Scale Wind Energy 5/2-23 Photovoltaics 6/20-21 Community-Scale Biodiesel Production 7/11-12 Domestic Solar Water Heating 8/27 PV & The National Electrical Code 10/4-5 Micro Hydro 10/18-19 Small Scale Wind Energy
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The hours for adoptions are 10-3. We are located directly in front of the Ashe National Guard Armory on Old Hwy 16 in Jefferson.
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When:Every Friday Night Time:7:00pm-10:00pm Admission:Free Location:2425 Silas Creek Rd.; Lansing, NC. 28643 Info:Dawg or Rita Wood-336-384-2382.
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