Winter Reading Challenge for Kids at ALL LIBRARIES

All Day
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
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Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Family Fun
Event Details:

As the days grow shorter and the nights colder, your kids and teens might find themselves itching for something fun to do indoors.

Friends of South Buncombe Library Book Sale

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult, Family (children of all ages)
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Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland Library
Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

The Friends of the South Buncombe Library are pleased to announce their first live, in-person book sale of 2025!  We will have thousands of fiction AND non-fiction books, not to mention DVDS, CDs, and puzzles at bar

Hurricane Helene Art Exhibit by Kira Bursky Exhibit

10:00am–6:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
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Library Branch: West Asheville Library
Room: West Asheville Library
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit
Event Details:

Artwork exhibition in our community room during normal operating hours. Please call 828-250-4750 if you are unsure of hours.

Hora del Cuento - Bilingual Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Family (children of all ages)
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Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland Library
Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Library
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Books, rhymes, and songs in Spanish and in English designed for the whole family.

Baby Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
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Library Branch: Enka-Candler Library
Room: Enka-Candler Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

A lively language enrichment story time featuring songs, rhymes, bounces, and books designed for children ages 0-18 months.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Toddler Playtime

10:30am–11:30am
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
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Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Program Type: Drop In, Family Fun
Event Details:

Join us for a weekly Toddler Playtime in the Community Room from 10:30-11:30am on Fridays (no Storytime currently, sorry!). Children and caregivers can play and socialize. We will have fun toys out!

Toddler Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
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Library Branch: Fairview Library
Room: Fairview Library
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Program Type: Drop In, Family Fun, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: West Asheville Library
Room: West Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Classes, Health & Wellness, Informational, Physical Activity
Event Details:

Tai Chi For Arthritis and Fall Prevention

January 22nd through March 14th. Wednesdays and Fridays 12:00-1:00. West Asheville Library, 942 Haywood Rd,

Asheville NC 28806.

Zoom Discussion-West Asheville Library Book Group--Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: West Asheville Library
Room: West Asheville Library - Virtual Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club, Literary, Online Program
Event Details:

Join us for a Zoom discussion of Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen. For Zoom information please email sherry.roane@buncombecounty.org

Lego Time

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age - (grades K-5)
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Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5)
Program Type: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Drop in or stay for the entire time. Build and share ideas! LEGOS + snacks are provided. This program is FREE and no registration is needed.

Money Visioning and Goal Setting with OnTrack WNC

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adult
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Classes, Financial
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's the new year, a great time to set some goals and get proactive about your finances.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

Tween Hangout

4:00pm–5:30pm
Tween (ages 10-12)
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Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Can you nail this decorating challenge? Ages 10-12 are welcome.

Decorate a gingerbread house and an ugly sweater cookie, then make a snowflake ball!

Materials provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

Participants consuming food and beverage do so at their own risk.

The contents of this presentation are for informational purposes only.  Nothing herein constitutes medical, legal, or financial advice nor is it a substitute for professional advice on any issue.  You should not rely on the information received in this presentation for any important decisions, including medical, legal, or financial decisions.  Always consult with an appropriate professional for specific advice related to your situation.  The views and opinions expressed in this presentation do not necessarily reflect those of Buncombe County or its Public Library System.

Come Hell or High Water: Community Memory Project Volunteer Meeting

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Special Collections Reading Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Local History/Genealogy
Event Details:

The Friends of Buncombe County Special Collections have launched a new community memory project in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, “Come Hell or High Water."