After School Programs
The After School Program provides licensed child care, supervised recreation and enrichment activities to children in grades kindergarten through 5th grade. The program operates during the school year in hours after school, teacher work days, and holidays. Activities include arts and crafts, games, sports, science, music, dance, homework time, and special events. Staff are certified in First Aid and CPR. Nutritious snacks are provided daily. The program is co-sponsored by Asheville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department and Asheville City Schools. 
Locations
Jones Elementary School - 544 Kimberly Ave., (828) 255-5208
Vance Elementary School - 98 Sulpher Springs Rd., (828) 350-6611 Hours of Operation
After School: 2:30-6 p.m.
School Holidays and Teacher Workdays: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Fees
Fees vary based on the number of children enrolled per family, frequency of attendance, and city residency. For more information, contact the site coordinator nearest you, or contact Amy Rickman at (828) 251-4080 or email at arickman@ashevillenc.gov. Registration
Register your child by visiting the location of your choice Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m., and obtain an application and handbook. Make financial assistance inquiries to Buncombe County Child Services at (828) 250-6700. For more information on the Afterschool Program, contact Amy Rickman at 828-251-4080 or via e-mail arickman@ashevillenc.gov. Back to Top
Senior Programs Asheville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department is committed to providing a variety of quality programs and services targeted to our senior population through our recreation centers. From educational workshops and craft classes, to fitness activates and special events, we are focused on providing programs that are responsive to the needs of our seniors. Harvest House | Senior Opportunity Center 
N.C. Association of Senior Citizen Clubs - District 9
Join your local District IX of the NCASCC to meet new friends, enjoy special events, trips and state-wide senior events. Clubs are located at the Senior Opportunity Center, Harvest House, Burton Street Center and Shiloh Center. For information contact the Senior Opportunity Center at 350-2062 or senioropportunityc@ashevillenc.gov.
N.C. Association of Senior Citizen Clubs - State Conference
Join seniors from around North Carolina at the NCASCC State Conference in the fall with over 50 clubs and 300+ seniors in attendance. Get the latest on issues effecting the lives of seniors while having plenty of fun along with it. For information contact the Senior Opportunity Center at 350-2062 or senioropportunityc@ashevillenc.gov. Calendar of Events April Fundraiser - TBA June 16 - Summer picnic at Lake tomahawk July Fundraiser - TBA November State Conference - TBA December 8 - Holiday Luncheon at Stephens-Lee Center
Club Meetings March 10 - Burton St. Center May 19 - Shiloh Center August 11 - Burton St. Center October 13 - Senior Opportunity Center
Club meetings take place at 10:30am except where otherwise indicated. Senior Games May 12-16, 2009 & Silver Arts May 19, 2009 Join area seniors (55 to 95+) for friendly competition in a variety of eventsMay 12 – 16. Senior Games 2009 will kick off with Opening Ceremonies, Dinner and Dance on Tues, May 12, presented by Humana. Events are scheduled for Thurs – Sat, May 14-16, and include individual as well as partner events. Artistic talent may opt for Silver Arts Showcase, a competition of the arts held on Tues, May 19, in conjunction with the closing awards ceremony and potluck dinner. Clickhere for more information or download more information below. Download Senior Games – Event Schedule
Download Silver Arts Showcase – Categories Download Senior Games – Entry
Download Silver Arts Showcase – Entry Back to Top
Summer Youth Programs No Summer Youth Programs are scheduled at this time. Please check back. |