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Bank holiday food festival sees crowds flock to park
Bank holiday food festival sees crowds flock to park

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time24-05-2025

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Bank holiday food festival sees crowds flock to park

MUSIC, fairground rides and a generous array of food stalls are bringing a Stourbridge park to life this bank holiday weekend. Mary Stevens Park will be home to a giant outdoor market showcasing street food from around the world, as well as an array of artisan products, local produce, and unique gifts today (May 24), Sunday (May 25) and Monday (May 26). Artisan makers and bakers are lining Mary Stevens Park (Image: Olivia Warburton / NQ) The family-friendly alcohol free affair has got off to a fantastic start, with crowds flocking to the park to make the most of the long weekend. From South Asian cuisine and Caribbean dishes to burgers, fries and everything in between, there will certainly be something for all tastebuds. As well as the feel-good tunes, there will also be live performances on the main stage throughout the weekend, creating a lively atmosphere for festival-goers to enjoy. Families will find plenty of fun activities for children, from classic fun fair games like hook-a-duck to rides for the older kids, and the event is dog-friendly, making it the perfect outing for all. There is a delicious array of food on offer (Image: Olivia Warburton / NQ) Siobhan Noake from LSD Promotions, the organisers of the event, said: 'The Stourbridge Food & Drink Festival is all about bringing people together, enjoying great food, and celebrating the start of summer in a beautiful local park. "It's a wonderful day out for the whole family – and of course, it's all free!'

Your guide to things to do in Asheville and WNC this week
Your guide to things to do in Asheville and WNC this week

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time23-05-2025

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Your guide to things to do in Asheville and WNC this week

Summer is so close. Get a jump on the fun with this weekend's events and take a look at some of the great ideas you'll find from WNC Parent – find calm, deal with the transition to solid foods, teach your children about saving and spending, more at Stay in touch on social media @wncparent and get your events on our calendar by emailing chris@ — A Dinner Theater Experience May 23 and 24. For details and tickets, visit opens May 24 at the Upcountry History Museum. The exhibit continues through Sept. 21. Encounter unfamiliar landscapes, touchable dinosaurs and opportunities to investigate clues about what the dinosaurs left behind. The exhibit, designed for ages 3-10, is the first child-centered exhibit dedicated to expanding the understanding of dinosaur habitat and range. The bilingual (Spanish and English) exhibit features three distinct sections that build on a child's innate curiosity about dinosaurs: Land of Fire (a warm dinosaur habitat), Land of Ice (a cold dinosaur habitat), and a Field Research Station (complete with a Big Dig experience). For details, visit Is 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. May 24 and 25 at The North Carolina Arboretum, part of the Spring Into the Arb series. Spring Into the Arb events and programs are included with the regular parking fee of $20 per vehicle. Arboretum Society Members get in free. Visit Is 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. May 24 in Waynesville. The event includes live music, food and local makers. For details, visit with Rosalie Haizlett is 6 – 7 p.m. May 24 at The North Carolina Arboretum, part of the Spring Into the Arb series. Spring Into the Arb events and programs are included with the regular parking fee of $20 per vehicle. Arboretum Society Members get in free. Book signing to follow with books available for purchase from Malaprops Bookstore. Visit Are at the Cradle of Forestry in America. This is a ticketed event. Tours begin with an informative session at the outdoor amphitheater, where guests will have the opportunity to learn about the fascinating world of the Blue Ghost Firefly. Following the presentation, visitors will hike along a paved trail through the forest, at their own pace, where they'll have the chance to observe these enchanting creatures up close. For tickets and details, visit from 4 – 5 p.m. May 27 at the East Asheville Library. All participants must register and sign a waiver to take part. Register in person, call the library at 828-250-4738 or email from 5 – 7 p.m. May 27 in Hendersonville. The evening includes complimentary childcare and dinner. Register at is at 6 p.m. May 27 at the Pack Memorial Library. Registration is required. Visit in Beech Mountain, North Carolina. Guided hikes and giveaways are available at the visitor's center. A comprehensive hiking guide is available at providing trail recommendations for all skill levels and tips. A different trail will be featured each week in May. continues through June 8 with more than 1 million vibrant blooms, menus featuring fresh tastes of spring in the Smokies and unique entertainment offerings, including 'Play On,' a new show to celebrate Dollywood's 40th anniversary season. The Imagination Playhouse, which features plays based on books from Dolly's Imagination Library, offers shows for younger guests through the end of September. During Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration, new story time and character meet & greets are part of the Imagination Playhouse experience. Visit is open through Nov. 2 at The Island in Pigeon Forge. Admission is free. Wander amid 22 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, each with interactive elements and sounds. Included is a custom Island Fountain Show that tells the story of the dinosaurs. Interactive features include posted QR codes linked to details about each dinosaur, including sounds and free downloadable wallpapers. The Island is open daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and does not have gated admission. All ticketed attractions are ala carte. For details, visit Read 2 Succeed: Keep the reading spark alive this summer Bonus Books: A head start on summer reading How to (subtly) kick your almost-grown kid out of the house How and when to start solid foods: Here's what to know This article originally appeared on Asheville Citizen Times: Things to do in Asheville, N.C. this week

Brittany Mahomes Celebrates First Mother's Day as a Mom of 3, Says Her Children are Her ‘Greatest Joy'
Brittany Mahomes Celebrates First Mother's Day as a Mom of 3, Says Her Children are Her ‘Greatest Joy'

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time12-05-2025

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Brittany Mahomes Celebrates First Mother's Day as a Mom of 3, Says Her Children are Her ‘Greatest Joy'

Brittany Mahomes is celebrating being a mom! The Kansas City Current co-owner, 29, marked Mother's Day this year with some garden fun with her children, Sterling, 4, Bronze, 2, and three-month-old baby Golden. The star shared some Instagram stories of her elder two children enjoying playing on a huge inflatable slide and later on a giant trampoline. Stealing and her little brother, Bronze, could be seen climbing up the slide and splashing down into the water section of the inflatable. The pair also enjoyed jumping on a giant trampoline, with Brittany sharing that she also loved to do that as a kid. A third Instagram story saw the mom of three lying on the floor while baby Golden adorably babbled beside her. 'Girl is telling me all about her day,' she captioned that frame. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Later on Sunday, May 11, Brittany reflected on motherhood, calling it her 'greatest joy.' Alongside some sweet snaps of her three children, she said that she 'thank[s] the Lord every day for allowing me to become a mom.' She added that her children bring her 'so much happiness.' 'I love every second of every day that I get to spend with them,' Brittany noted. is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! And her husband, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, Patrick, 29, also took the opportunity of Mother's Day to pay tribute to his wife. Alongside an Instagram carousel of photographs of Brittany and their children, the sports star wrote, 'Happy Mother's Day! Love you!' adding a love heart emoji. The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now! Patrick and Brittany welcomed their first child, daughter Sterling Skye, on Feb. 20, 2021, followed by their son, Patrick "Bronze" Lavon Mahomes III, 2, on Nov. 28, 2022. The couple recently added their third child, a daughter named Golden Raye, to the family on Jan. 12, 2025. The Mahomes' older daughter, Sterling, is Brittany's mini-me, trying to follow in her mother's footsteps, and on Feb. 26, she shared a snap on her Instagram Stories of herself and her daughter twinning. 'Twins,' Brittany's caption read as the boomerang captured her carrying Golden in a baby sling, while Sterling did the same with her toy baby doll. Meanwhile, on April 20, Brittany shared a carousel of the family's Easter activities, which included an egg hunt and a full family photo featuring their newborn. Read the original article on People

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