Press release from the Henderson County Tourism Development Authority:
Hendersonville, NC – As summer winds down and families prepare for the new school year, Historic Johnson Farm celebrates the last of summer fun with two long-standing events. The LEGO Blast Competition to be held on Thursday, August 3 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. is open to rising 2nd through 6th grade students. Student entries are $5; spectators get in free and are encouraged at this event. The Teddy Bear Tea Party is recommended for a younger audience, 3 to 9 – year-olds, and will be held Thursday August 10, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Please RSVP by calling Johnson Farm at 828-891-6585 or by going online to historicjohnsonfarm.org.
The LEGO Blast competition has been running for a number of years with varying themes for each event. This year the theme is “Habitats.” Students are invited to create an original design (no kits please) of a habitat fit for lego men and creatures. The habitat can be indoors, outdoors or even out in space. Students creations will be judged on creativity and originality, use of color and interpretation of the theme. Each student should bring their own LEGOs to build with. No LEGOs will be provided by Johnson Farm. Students will have about 45 minutes to an hour to construct their creation on the day of the event. No pre-constructed pieces should be brought from home. During the judging period kids are invited to play games, enjoy refreshments and have their photo taken as their favorite LEGO character. A first place prize will be awarded for each age group and certificates will be presented to all students. For questions or to reserve your spot please call Johnson Farm at 828-891-6585. An online registration form is also available at historicjohnsonfarm.org.
The annual Teddy Bear Tea Party, to be held August 10, is most appropriate for 3 to 6-year-olds, but is open to all ages. The event will feature tea time, snacks, games, stories, and a photo booth for both kids and their favorite teddy bear friend. Tea will begin promptly at 10:30 a.m. and participants are asked to arrive no later than 10:20 a.m. so no part of the program is missed. Reservations are preferred and can be made by calling the farm at 828-891-6585 or online by visiting the Farm website.
These two events will be the last opportunities for students to enjoy a unique and special day at the farm before school begins.. To stay up-to-date on all the events happening at Johnson Farm, visit historicjohnsonfarm.org or find the farm on Facebook or Twitter by searching Historic Johnson Farm.
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