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Pumpkin Fest Article in Transylvania Times

Posted on October 8, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

Pumpkin Fest continues, October 13-14, 20-21, and 27-28, from 6-9 pm. In case the link above won’t work for you, here’s a PDF of the article.

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Meet the Pumpkin Fest Team

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

The time before opening night of Pumpkin Fest is very hectic, with the team setting up displays to get ready for our guests, and ensuring we have 50 volunteers each night we are open. It takes hundreds of volunteers to … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Fest Opens Friday, Oct. 6; First 100 Kids Free!

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

It’s nearly here! Opening night for Pumpkin Fest 2023 is this Friday, October 6, from 6-9 pm. Come join the fun!!! First 100 kids on October 6 get in free, sponsored by Rotary Club of Brevard.

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Pumpkin Fest Featured at Kidding Around Greenville SC

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

Thanks, Kidding Around Greenville SC, for spreading the word about Pumpkin Fest!

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Setup Well Underway, Thanks to Fantastic Volunteers

Posted on September 26, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

We were so busy working on September 23 that we didn’t get many photos, but we want to thank 21 Marine Corps Junior ROTC students from Brevard and Rosman high schools, 13 Friends of Silvermont adult volunteers, 2 volunteers from … Continue reading →

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2023 Pumpkin Fest Poster

Posted on September 15, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont
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8th Annual Pumpkin Fest at Silvermont Returns to Brevard, North Carolina – 4 Weekends in October

Posted on September 15, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

Dates and Times:  Fridays and Saturdays, October 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, and 27-28 from 6-9 pm.  (Note:  October 28 follows Halloweenfest from 10-5 in downtown Brevard) Pumpkin Fest is a fun, family friendly and fantastic artistic event or great date night with … Continue reading →

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Flowers, Fruits, Herbs, and Vegetables in Glorious Learning Garden

Posted on September 5, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

Late summer and early fall is an excellent time to visit the learning garden at Silvermont Park. The learning garden, located on the walking path at the rear of the mansion, is a labor of love from the Transylvania County … Continue reading →

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Deadfall Day Scheduled for September 16

Posted on August 31, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

Because Pumpkin Fest so dominates the efforts (and thoughts and dreams) of the Board and members of Friends of Silvermont at this time of year, we are delaying our Deadfall and Clean-up Day, usually scheduled for the first Saturday of … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Fest Volunteer Information Sessions Scheduled

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

Interested in volunteering for Pumpkin Fest at Silvermont? Don’t know what Pumpkin Fest is? Come to one of our volunteer information sessions to find out! We have scheduled two sessions – pick the one that works best for you: Friday, … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Fest Volunteers Needed

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

It’s a little hard to believe that we’re already thinking about Pumpkin Fest 2023, but we are!  Once again, we are looking for all sorts of help starting September 23 when we start moving in and assembling all of our … Continue reading →

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Walk of History Rededication

Posted on June 27, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

It’s not unusual to see small groups of people gathered at Silvermont Park. They meet for play dates, programs in the mansion, or just to enjoy the fresh air with friends. Such a group gathered on June 17, but for … Continue reading →

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Silvermont Walk of History Rededication June 17

Posted on June 14, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

Friends of Silvermont will be rededicating the Transylvania County Walk of History on Saturday, June 17th at 1:00 PM.  For those who are not familiar, the Walk of History is a portion of the walking path at Silvermont Park that runs … Continue reading →

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Appalachian Folk Festival June 24 at Allison-Deaver House

Posted on June 2, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

Our partner in historic preservation, the Transylvania Heritage Museum, is presenting the second annual Appalachian Folk Festival from 10 am – 3 pm at the Allison-Deaver House on Saturday, June 24. This free family event will feature music, storytelling, artisans, … Continue reading →

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Deadfall Day Scheduled for June 3

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Friends of Silvermont

The monthly deadfall and clean-up day at Silvermont is scheduled for Saturday, June 3 from 9 AM until about 11 AM.  Many of the Friends of Silvermont Board members and regular Deadfall Day volunteers will not be available this Saturday … Continue reading →

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