Local Parent/Child Activities
A John Deere Christmas
December __, ___ & ____ from 5 to 9 p.m. each evening at the Neal John Deere Vintage Tractor Museum; enjoy hayrides, children's crafts, youth scavenger hunts, electric trains and more; $10 - ages 18 and up; $5 - ages 6 to 17; $8 per person for groups of 10+
Books A Million Storytime
11 a.m. - Saturdays - Randolph Mall
North Carolina Zoological Park
For more information, visit the North Carolina Zoological park website at http://www.nczoo.org.
Sunny Slopes
Wednesday through Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website: www.sunnyslopesfarm.com
Dedicated to the preservation of a rural heritage and committed to the protection of endangered or nearly extinct domesticated animals, Sunny Slopes provides a great outdoor adventure for you and your family. Nestled against the northeast face of Purgatory Mountain and lying just south of Richland Creek, Sunny Slopes consists of 220 acres of pastures, streams and woodlands.
Neal John Deere Tractor Museum
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: 2 to 5 p.m.
Website: www.nealjohndeeretractors.com
Located on the grounds of Linbrook Hall estate and farm, near the city of Trinity, NC, the Neal John Deere Tractor Museum builds on a long tradition of the family in agriculture in Randolph County, NC.
Denton FarmPark
A unique historical farm open to the public three times per year: for the annual Southeast Old Threshers Reunion, the FarmPark Bluegrass Festival, and Horse and Mule Days. Located at 1072 Cranford Road in Denton, NC 27239, 336-859-2567.
Asheboro Copperheads
Attend an Asheboro Copperheads baseball game at the tradition-rich McCrary Ballpark. The Copperheads participate in a wooden bat league called the Coastal Plain League, where a family can catch a glimpse of the stars of tomorrow. The ballpark is located at 138 Southway Road in Asheboro. For tickets or more information, call 336-460-7018 or visit www.teamcopperhead.com
Lake Juno Water Park
Lake Juno is a cool solution for those hot summer days with its large lake, pool and water slides. The park also offers paddle boat rides, an arcade and grill. Located at 7253 Lake Juno Road in Liberty. For more information, call 685-4334.
North Carolina Aviation Museum
The North Carolina Aviation Museum features vintage aircraft from World War II and Vietnam and much more military memorabilia. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. The museum is located at 2109 Pilots View Road in Asheboro. For more information, call 336-625-0170.
Richard Petty Museum
Drop by Randleman and take a pit stop at the Richard Petty Museum. There is plenty to look at as the family learns about the King of Nascar racing Richard Petty. View his seven Winston Cup trophies and head over to the showcases to view many more of this legendary driver's trophies. For more information, visit www.pettyracing.com.
Uwharrie National Forest
Located in the southernmost part of Asheboro is the Uwharrie National Forest at the Birkhead Mountains Wilderness Area. For the outdoor adventurer, strap on your boots and enjoy a hike on the trails and walk the area where evidence of Indians and settlers have been found on many occasions. Offers boat ramp and picnic areas. Located two miles east of Troy on N.C. 24/27. For more information, call 910-576-6391.
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Pre-Kindergarten Program and Applications
Pre-Kindergarten programs serve children who are identified as being at risk for entering kindergarten with potential delays and children with identified special needs.
The Partnership for Children funds Pre-K programs and is looking for children living in Randolph County who will be three (at select sites) or four years old by August 31, 2009, and who MAY QUALIFY for its Pre-K program. You must provide income verification. You also must provide your copies of your child’s birth certificate, updated immunization record, proof of residency, and social security card (if applicable). You will receive written notification of your child's Pre-K application status.
Pre-Kindergarten classrooms include:
Asheboro City Schools sites
- Early Childhood Development Center
- Lindley Park Pre-Kindergarten
- Loflin Elementary Pre-Kindergarten
- Teachey Elementary Pre-Kindergarten
Randolph County Schools sites
- John Lawrence Elementary Pre-Kindergarten
- Level Cross Elementary Pre-Kindergarten
- Liberty Early Childhood Center
- Ramseur Elementary Pre-Kindergarten
- Southmont Elementary Pre-Kindergarten
- Tabernacle Elementary Pre-Kindergarten
- Trindale Elementary Pre-Kindergarten
Other
- Connie Redding Head Start – Asheboro
- Head Start Station - Ramseur
- Randleman Enrichment Center - Randleman
- First Steps Early Learning Center - Asheboro
- Childcare Network #149 - Archdale
Applications are being accepted. If you would like to know if your child qualifies, please click the link below, print the form, and complete the form. An application can also be mailed to you by contacting us at the Partnership for Children office.
Pre-K_application_English_12-13.pdf (PDF- English)
Pre-K_application_Spanish_12-13.pdf (PDF- Spanish)
The completed and signed form can be returned to: Randolph County Partnership for Children, 349 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro, NC 27203; 336-629-2128 Ext. 27; or faxed to 336-629-2135.
