Healthy Buncombe Calendar

Walk with Ease

2012-02-01T22:09:46.000Z

When: Mon Mar 5, 2012 10am to 11am EST

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Walk With Ease: A program from the Arthritis Foundation. Begins: March, 5 2012 Monday & Wednesday: 10:00am $65per person for eight weeks. Is getting in shape on your list of things to do for the new year? Do you suffer from or are you at risk Arthritis? This walking program is designed for folks wanting to get more exercise and is appropriate for the young & old, male & female and the not-so-fit. The only prerequisite is the ability to be on your feet for at least ten minutes without increased pain. Class size is limited, sign up now! Lakeview Senior Center Black Mountain Recreation and Parks 401 Laurel Circle Dr, Black Mtn 28711 828-669-8610

Cooking with Diabetes

2012-02-01T22:07:08.000Z

When: Tue Feb 28, 2012 2:30pm to 5pm EST

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Cooking with Diabetes Last Wednesdays, February through April 2:30-5:00pm $10 per class This four class series will focus on adjusting recipes with diabetes in mind. The class will experiment with sugar substitutes and whole grains. Class size is limited so register early by calling Cathy at the Cooperative Extension: 255-5522. Lakeview Senior Center Black Mountain Recreation and Parks 401 Laurel Circle Dr, Black Mtn 28711 828-669-8610 -----

Heart Health and You!

2012-02-01T22:04:51.000Z

When: Mon Feb 20, 2012 11am to 12pm EST

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Heart Health and You! Monday, February 20th, 2012 11:00am Healthridge Pharmacy will be here to lead us in an education discussion on various ways to keep our hearts strong and healthy! February is Heart Health Month so join us for an opportunity to learn more on the subject... BP checks will also be administered at this time Lakeview Senior Center Black Mountain Recreation and Parks 401 Laurel Circle Dr, Black Mtn 28711 828-669-8610 .

Hikes with Renee at the Lakeview Senior Center

2012-02-01T22:03:09.000Z

When: Tue Feb 28, 2012 10am to 12:30pm EST

Where: the Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Meet at the Lakeview Senior Center at 10am Contact Renee Mastrangelo with any questions at 828-669-8610 February 28th: Point Lookout, Ridgecrest: This hike is on an old road turned Greenway that has excellent views of the mountains. Moderat 3.4 miles.

Hikes with Renee at the Lakeview Senior Center

2012-02-01T22:02:19.000Z

When: Tue Feb 21, 2012 10am to 12:30pm EST

Where: the Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Meet at the Lakeview Senior Center at 10am Contact Renee Mastrangelo with any questions at 828-669-8610 February 21: Recreation Park and Garden Greenway Trail. Today will be a nice walk around our newest greenway and beyond. We may end up strolling into the Montreat In the Oaks Property for some extra mileage. Easy, 2 miles.

Hikes with Renee at the Lakeview Senior Center

2012-02-01T22:01:23.000Z

When: Tue Feb 7, 2012 10am to 12pm EST

Where: the Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Meet at the Lakeview Senior Center at 10am Contact Renee Mastrangelo with any questions at 828-669-8610 February 7: Royal Gorge Trail, Ridgecrest: This hike is on the shorter side but packs a lot of punch. A steeper climb to the top rewards us with great views from an observation area. Moderate/with some difficult. 1.5 hrs.

Hikes with Renee at Lakeview Senior Center

2012-02-01T22:00:21.000Z

When: Tue Feb 14, 2012 10am to 12:30pm EST

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Meet at the Lakeview Senior Center at 10am Contact Renee Mastrangelo with any questions at 828-669-8610 February 14: Bearwallow Mtn, Gerton: This mostly moderate trail will take us to a view of the Hickory Nut Gorge and beyond. $3pp. 2 miles

Living Healthy for Project Access

2012-01-10T15:01:11.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2012-02-23 18:00:00 EST
Duration: 9000
Where: United Way Building 50 South French Broad Ave, Asheville
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Cost: $30 for 6-week series (Scholarships available) Registration: Elena Ruiz at 828-274-6989 ext 304 or email elena@mywcms.org. Living Healthy is also known as the Chronic Disease Self Management Program and was developed through Stanford University Patient Education. We are currently working with the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services and NC Dept. of Public Health to offer Living Healthy in North Carolina. Living Healthy is a fun, interactive workshop designed to help you: manage pain, fatigue depression and frustration improve & maintain health with appropriate exercise use medications wisely communicate effectively with family friends and professionals eat for health set goals that are doable solve everyday problems evaluate new treatments relax and manage stress work in partnership with your health care team

Living Healthy with a Chronic Condition

2012-01-05T16:56:43.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2012-04-04 12:00:00 EDT
Duration: 9000
Where: The Health Adventure at Biltmore Square Mall
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Cost: $30 for 6-week series (Scholarships available) Registration: Rebecca at 828-251-7438 or email rebecca@landofsky.org Living Healthy is also known as the Chronic Disease Self Management Program and was developed through Stanford University Patient Education. We are currently working with the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services and NC Dept. of Public Health to offer Living Healthy in North Carolina. Living Healthy is a fun, interactive workshop designed to help you: manage pain, fatigue depression and frustration improve & maintain health with appropriate exercise use medications wisely communicate effectively with family friends and professionals eat for health set goals that are doable solve everyday problems evaluate new treatments relax and manage stress work in partnership with your health care team

Living Healthy with a Chronic Condition

2012-01-05T16:51:08.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2012-04-14 16:00:00 EDT
Duration: 9000
Where: Asheville-Bethel, Seventh Day Adventist Church, 238 South French Broad Ave, Asheville
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Cost: $10 for 6-week series (Scholarships available) Registration: Rebecca at 828-251-7438 or email rebecca@landofsky.org Living Healthy is also known as the Chronic Disease Self Management Program and was developed through Stanford University Patient Education. We are currently working with the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services and NC Dept. of Public Health to offer Living Healthy in North Carolina. Living Healthy is a fun, interactive workshop designed to help you: manage pain, fatigue depression and frustration improve & maintain health with appropriate exercise use medications wisely communicate effectively with family friends and professionals eat for health set goals that are doable solve everyday problems evaluate new treatments relax and manage stress work in partnership with your health care team

Living Healthy with Chronic a Chronic Condition

2012-01-05T16:46:54.000Z

When: Fri Feb 17, 2012 9:30am to 12pm EST

Where: Land-of-Sky Regional Council
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Cost: $30 for 6-week series (Scholarships available) Registration: Rebecca at 828-251-7438 or email rebecca@landofsky.org Living Healthy is also known as the Chronic Disease Self Management Program and was developed through Stanford University Patient Education. We are currently working with the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services and NC Dept. of Public Health to offer Living Healthy in North Carolina. Living Healthy is a fun, interactive workshop designed to help you: manage pain, fatigue depression and frustration improve & maintain health with appropriate exercise use medications wisely communicate effectively with family friends and professionals eat for health set goals that are doable solve everyday problems evaluate new treatments relax and manage stress work in partnership with your health care team

Knowledge and skills class for bicyclists

2012-01-03T16:38:29.000Z

When: Sun Jun 3, 2012 10am to 4pm EDT

Where: 200 College Street (ground floor meeting room inside the TD Bank and Buncombe County Admin. Building)
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Knowledge and skills class for bicyclists 2012 Dates/Times: March 31, 2012 (Saturday), 10 AM-4 PM: Traffic Skills 101 May 6, 2012 (Sunday), 10 AM-4 PM: Traffic Skills 101 June 9th, 2012 (Saturday), 10 AM-4 PM: Traffic Skills 101 Location: 200 College Street (ground floor meeting room inside the TD Bank and Buncombe County Admin. Building) Registration: E-mail BuncombeBikeEd@gmail.com to receive more information andsign up for the course ($10 registration fee for course materials) - Classroom discussions and group ride will be led by certified instructors w/ commuting experience - from the League of American Bicyclists Course topics will include: - Bike and Equipment Choices - Route Selection & Backup Plans - Drive Your Bike (Vehicular Cycling) - Inclement Weather – Be Prepared - Bicyclist Friendly Workplaces - Winter Cycling – Gear and Safety

Knowledge and skills class for bicyclists

2012-01-03T16:37:17.000Z

When: Sun May 6, 2012 10am to 4pm EDT

Where: 200 College Street (ground floor meeting room inside the TD Bank and Buncombe County Admin. Building)
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Knowledge and skills class for bicyclists 2012 Dates/Times: March 31, 2012 (Saturday), 10 AM-4 PM: Traffic Skills 101 May 6, 2012 (Sunday), 10 AM-4 PM: Traffic Skills 101 June 9th, 2012 (Saturday), 10 AM-4 PM: Traffic Skills 101 Location: 200 College Street (ground floor meeting room inside the TD Bank and Buncombe County Admin. Building) Registration: E-mail BuncombeBikeEd@gmail.com to receive more information and sign up for the course ($10 registration fee for course materials) - Classroom discussions and group ride will be led by certified instructors w/ commuting experience - from the League of American Bicyclists Course topics will include: - Bike and Equipment Choices - Route Selection & Backup Plans - Drive Your Bike (Vehicular Cycling) - Inclement Weather – Be Prepared - Bicyclist Friendly Workplaces - Winter Cycling – Gear and Safety

Knowledge and skills class for bicyclists

2012-01-03T16:36:25.000Z

When: Wed Mar 21, 2012 10am to 4pm EDT

Where: 200 College Street (ground floor meeting room inside the TD Bank and Buncombe County Admin. Building)
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Knowledge and skills class for bicyclists 2012 Dates/Times: March 31, 2012 (Saturday), 10 AM-4 PM: Traffic Skills 101 May 6, 2012 (Sunday), 10 AM-4 PM: Traffic Skills 101 June 9th, 2012 (Saturday), 10 AM-4 PM: Traffic Skills 101 Location: 200 College Street (ground floor meeting room inside the TD Bank and Buncombe County Admin. Building) Registration: E-mail BuncombeBikeEd@gmail.com to receive more information and sign up for the course ($10 registration fee for course materials) - Classroom discussions and group ride will be led by certified instructors w/ commuting experience - from the League of American Bicyclists Course topics will include: - Bike and Equipment Choices - Route Selection & Backup Plans - Drive Your Bike (Vehicular Cycling) - Inclement Weather – Be Prepared - Bicyclist Friendly Workplaces - Winter Cycling – Gear and Safety

Freedom from Smoking: Quit for Life!

2012-01-03T16:13:31.000Z

When: Mon Jan 23, 2012 6pm to Mon Jan 23, 2012 7:30pm EST

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Lakeview Senior Center Black Mountain Recreation and Parks 401 Laurel Circle Dr, Black Mtn 28711 828-669-8610 Freedom from Smoking: Quit for Life! Begins: January, 23rd 2012 Mondays: 6:00-7:30pm for eight weeks. FREE! In this class you will learn how to overcome your tobacco addiction so that you may enjoy the benefits of better health and more money in your pocket! In this class you will learn how to prepare for quit day, lifestyle changes to make quitting easier how to avoid weight gain and be smoke free for good! Call: 828-707-3790 to register. Space is limited!

Snack and Learn: Managing Blood Pressure and Cholesterol:

2012-01-03T16:11:49.000Z

When: Mon Jan 23, 2012 11am to 12pm EST

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Lakeview Senior Center Black Mountain Recreation and Parks 401 Laurel Circle Dr, Black Mtn 28711 828-669-8610 Snack and Learn Monday, January 23rd, 2012; 11:00am Managing Blood Pressure and Cholesterol: Do you wonder if your Blood Pressure is at a safe number? Do you want to learn more ways to lower your cholesterol? Join us for this snack and learn to learn ways to lower your numbers. Information will be presented by Healthridge Pharmacy. This is a free program. Light snack will be provided.

CSI at the Lakeview Senior Center

2012-01-03T16:11:38.000Z

When: Mon Jan 23, 2012 5:30pm to 6:30pm EST

Where: the Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Lakeview Senior Center Black Mountain Recreation and Parks 401 Laurel Circle Dr, Black Mtn 28711 828-669-8610 CSI: Carido, Strength & Intervals Begins: January, 23 2012 Monday & Wednesday: 5:15 - 6:15pm $65per person for eight weeks. Is getting in shape on your list of things to do for the new year? This CSI class will get you going on the right path! Expect an overall great work out designed to target the whole body. Weights, steppers and your own body weight whip you into shape!

Cooking with Diabetes

2012-01-03T16:08:09.000Z

When: Wed Apr 25, 2012 2:30pm to 5pm EDT

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Lakeview Senior Center Black Mountain Recreation and Parks 401 Laurel Circle Dr, Black Mtn 28711 828-669-8610 Cooking with Diabetes Last Wednesdays, January through April 2:30-5:00pm $10 per class This four class series will focus on adjusting recipes with diabetes in mind. The class will experiment with sugar substitutes and whole grains. Class size is limited so register early by calling Cathy at the Cooperative Extension: 255-5522.

Cooking with Diabetes

2012-01-03T16:07:34.000Z

When: Wed Mar 28, 2012 2:30pm to 5pm EDT

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Lakeview Senior Center Black Mountain Recreation and Parks 401 Laurel Circle Dr, Black Mtn 28711 828-669-8610 Cooking with Diabetes Last Wednesdays, January through April 2:30-5:00pm $10 per class This four class series will focus on adjusting recipes with diabetes in mind. The class will experiment with sugar substitutes and whole grains. Class size is limited so register early by calling Cathy at the Cooperative Extension: 255-5522.

Cooking with Diabetes

2012-01-03T16:06:59.000Z

When: Wed Jan 25, 2012 2:30pm to 5pm EST

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Lakeview Senior Center Black Mountain Recreation and Parks 401 Laurel Circle Dr, Black Mtn 28711 828-669-8610 Cooking with Diabetes Last Wednesdays, January through April 2:30-5:00pm $10 per class This four class series will focus on adjusting recipes with diabetes in mind. The class will experiment with sugar substitutes and whole grains. Class size is limited so register early by calling Cathy at the Cooperative Extension: 255-5522.

Cooking with Diabetes

2012-01-03T16:06:42.000Z

When: Wed Feb 29, 2012 2:30pm to 5pm EST

Where: Lakeview Senior Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Lakeview Senior Center Black Mountain Recreation and Parks 401 Laurel Circle Dr, Black Mtn 28711 828-669-8610 Cooking with Diabetes Last Wednesdays, January through April 2:30-5:00pm $10 per class This four class series will focus on adjusting recipes with diabetes in mind. The class will experiment with sugar substitutes and whole grains. Class size is limited so register early by calling Cathy at the Cooperative Extension: 255-5522.

Greenway Master Plan Update

2011-10-05T17:47:28.000Z

When: Thu Oct 27, 2011 5:30pm to 7pm EDT

Where: Skyland Fire Department
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Greenways Public Meetings – Throughout the month of October from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM As a reminder, Buncombe County Parks, Greenways and Recreation Services and the Buncombe County Greenways and Trails Commission will be hosting a series of Public Meetings throughout the county during the month of October. These meetings are intended to provide general information of the Greenways master planning process and address the timeline of the plan. More importantly, these meetings will be held to gather opinions and comments from the public to assist our consultants with the possibilities, constraints and priorities of the master plan. The schedule of the meetings is as follows: October 10 Weaverville Town Hall 30 South Main Street, Weaverville, NC October 11 Fairview Library 1 Taylor Road, Fairview, NC October 13 Big Ivy Community Center in Barnardsville 40 Dillingham Road, Barnardsville, NC October 17 Black Mountain Library 105 N. Dougherty Street, Black Mountain, NC October 20 The Wilma Sherrill Center at UNC Asheville 1 University Heights, Asheville, NC October 24 Land-of-Sky Regional Council of Government in New Leicester Highway 339 New Leicester Hwy # 140, Asheville, NC October 27 Skyland Fire Department 9 Miller Road, Asheville, NC All the meetings will be held from 5:30-7:00 PM. Light refreshments will be served. For further information, please contact Buncombe County Parks Greenway and Recreation Services at 250-4260 or email lucy.crown@buncombecounty.org.

Greenway Master Plan Update

2011-10-05T17:46:21.000Z

When: Mon Oct 24, 2011 5:30pm to 7pm EDT

Where: Land-of-Sky Regional Council
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Greenways Public Meetings – Throughout the month of October from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM As a reminder, Buncombe County Parks, Greenways and Recreation Services and the Buncombe County Greenways and Trails Commission will be hosting a series of Public Meetings throughout the county during the month of October. These meetings are intended to provide general information of the Greenways master planning process and address the timeline of the plan. More importantly, these meetings will be held to gather opinions and comments from the public to assist our consultants with the possibilities, constraints and priorities of the master plan. The schedule of the meetings is as follows: October 10 Weaverville Town Hall 30 South Main Street, Weaverville, NC October 11 Fairview Library 1 Taylor Road, Fairview, NC October 13 Big Ivy Community Center in Barnardsville 40 Dillingham Road, Barnardsville, NC October 17 Black Mountain Library 105 N. Dougherty Street, Black Mountain, NC October 20 The Wilma Sherrill Center at UNC Asheville 1 University Heights, Asheville, NC October 24 Land-of-Sky Regional Council of Government in New Leicester Highway 339 New Leicester Hwy # 140, Asheville, NC October 27 Skyland Fire Department 9 Miller Road, Asheville, NC All the meetings will be held from 5:30-7:00 PM. Light refreshments will be served. For further information, please contact Buncombe County Parks Greenway and Recreation Services at 250-4260 or email lucy.crown@buncombecounty.org.

Greenway Master Plan Update

2011-10-05T17:45:19.000Z

When: Mon Oct 17, 2011 5:30pm to 7pm EDT

Where: Black Mountain Library
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Greenways Public Meetings – Throughout the month of October from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM As a reminder, Buncombe County Parks, Greenways and Recreation Services and the Buncombe County Greenways and Trails Commission will be hosting a series of Public Meetings throughout the county during the month of October. These meetings are intended to provide general information of the Greenways master planning process and address the timeline of the plan. More importantly, these meetings will be held to gather opinions and comments from the public to assist our consultants with the possibilities, constraints and priorities of the master plan. The schedule of the meetings is as follows: October 10 Weaverville Town Hall 30 South Main Street, Weaverville, NC October 11 Fairview Library 1 Taylor Road, Fairview, NC October 13 Big Ivy Community Center in Barnardsville 40 Dillingham Road, Barnardsville, NC October 17 Black Mountain Library 105 N. Dougherty Street, Black Mountain, NC October 20 The Wilma Sherrill Center at UNC Asheville 1 University Heights, Asheville, NC October 24 Land-of-Sky Regional Council of Government in New Leicester Highway 339 New Leicester Hwy # 140, Asheville, NC October 27 Skyland Fire Department 9 Miller Road, Asheville, NC All the meetings will be held from 5:30-7:00 PM. Light refreshments will be served. For further information, please contact Buncombe County Parks Greenway and Recreation Services at 250-4260 or email lucy.crown@buncombecounty.org.

Greenway Master Plan Update

2011-10-05T17:44:25.000Z

When: Thu Oct 13, 2011 5:30pm to 7pm EDT

Where: Big Ivy Community Center in Barnardsville
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Greenways Public Meetings – Throughout the month of October from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM As a reminder, Buncombe County Parks, Greenways and Recreation Services and the Buncombe County Greenways and Trails Commission will be hosting a series of Public Meetings throughout the county during the month of October. These meetings are intended to provide general information of the Greenways master planning process and address the timeline of the plan. More importantly, these meetings will be held to gather opinions and comments from the public to assist our consultants with the possibilities, constraints and priorities of the master plan. The schedule of the meetings is as follows: October 10 Weaverville Town Hall 30 South Main Street, Weaverville, NC October 11 Fairview Library 1 Taylor Road, Fairview, NC October 13 Big Ivy Community Center in Barnardsville 40 Dillingham Road, Barnardsville, NC October 17 Black Mountain Library 105 N. Dougherty Street, Black Mountain, NC October 20 The Wilma Sherrill Center at UNC Asheville 1 University Heights, Asheville, NC October 24 Land-of-Sky Regional Council of Government in New Leicester Highway 339 New Leicester Hwy # 140, Asheville, NC October 27 Skyland Fire Department 9 Miller Road, Asheville, NC All the meetings will be held from 5:30-7:00 PM. Light refreshments will be served. For further information, please contact Buncombe County Parks Greenway and Recreation Services at 250-4260 or email lucy.crown@buncombecounty.org.