Smart Start Partnership for Children

10/19/2026

Thanks Beverly for our adorable pumpkin!

10/16/2026

Families don’t choose a community based on jobs and housing alone. They also need to know they can build a life here. 💛

Reliable child care helps parents work, employers retain talent, and families put down roots. That makes child care an important part of Henderson County’s ability to grow and thrive.

Learn more and find your way to get involved. 🔗childcareactionhc.org

10/15/2026

Early voting opens today in Henderson County! Early voting locations and hours are noted in the post above- don't forget to bring your ID! For more information on how to vote, visit https://www.hendersoncountync.gov/elections

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

Dolly wants to know if you've gotten in on this year's Bearfootin' Bear auction!
There's still time, bidding closes on October 22nd:
https://www.accelevents.com/e/bearauction26

10/12/2026

We had SO much fun at the 16th annual Camp Field Day at Camp Ton-A-Wandah!
Big thanks to the Henderson co. Chamber for bringing everyone together for a day of shooting, paddling, and enjoying the outdoors. We had a blast and can’t wait to come back!

10/09/2026

Bidding for the Bearfootin' Bear auction is officially OPEN! Head to www.hendersonvillenc.gov/events/bearfootin-art-walk to submit your initial bid.

10/08/2026

Catch a special screening of 9 to 5 at the Flat Rock Cinema this Friday, October 9th! A portion of proceeds will be donated to Smart Start for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.

10/07/2026

Our community thrives when child care works.

Help us keep this work moving. 💝 Make a gift to the Henderson County Early Childhood Taskforce Fund: https://godonate.akoyago.com/CFHCforever/fund/cfhcchildcareinitiative