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Flyer with text that reads "Read to a Dog at East Asheville Library. Flora from four to five the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Evelyn from four to five the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Register by contacting the library." The logos for Alliance of Therapy Dogs and Buncombe County Public Libraries is at the bottom of the flyer.

Read to a Dog with Flora the Golden Retriever

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room at East Asheville
Program Type:
Literacy, Live animal
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

Trying out your new reading skills in front of other people can be intimidating! But dogs always listen and never judge, even when we make mistakes. Practice reading with a furry p...

Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Literacy, Live animal
Event Details:

Trying out your new reading skills in front of other people can be intimidating! But dogs always listen and never judge, even when we make mistakes.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

Child reads to a therapy dog

Read To A Dog (Registration Required)

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Asheville Meeting Room at North Asheville
Program Type:
Family Fun, Literacy, Live animal
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

Reading to a dog can help young readers build skills, confidence, and enjoyment in reading! Participantsmust register in advance for a 15-minute session, and parent/legal guardian ...

Library Branch: North Asheville
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Family Fun, Literacy, Live animal
Event Details:

Reading to a dog can help young readers build skills, confidence, and enjoyment in reading! Participants

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

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.

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Spanish Conversation Practice Group

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Language
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Spanish Conversation Practice GroupOur friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with Intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking fo...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Language
Event Details:


Spanish Conversation Practice Group

Ukulele Lessons with the Asheville Ukulele Society 5:00-5:45 PM 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month East Asheville public library

Ukulele Lessons with the Asheville Ukulele Society

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
East Asheville Meeting Room AB at East Asheville
Program Type:
Classes, Educational, Music
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Come learn to play the ukulele with the Asheville Ukulele Society. Lessons are free, but space is limited. To register, sign up at the library front desk or call 828-250-4738....

Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Classes, Educational, Music
Event Details:

Come learn to play the ukulele with the Asheville Ukulele Society. Lessons are free, but space is limited. To register, sign up at the library front desk or call 828-250-4738.

Flyer with yellow background and scattered LEGO pieces. Text reads "Intergenerational LEGO Club from four to five in the afternoon the first Thursdays of each month at the East Asheville Public Library. All ages welcome! Bring your creativity, we'll supply the LEGOs!"

Intergenerational LEGO Club

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Asheville Meeting Room AB at East Asheville
Program Type:
Drop In, Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

Have fun building a unique creation with Legos at the East Asheville Public Library! Flex your Lego building skills and make some friends while you're at it.Please leave your ...

Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room AB
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Drop In, Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Have fun building a unique creation with Legos at the East Asheville Public Library! 

Fiber Fun at the Leicester Library

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Collaboration, Drop In, Educational
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, weaving, needlework, mending or any other fiber activity to the library! Enjoy the company of other fiber enthusiasts in this twice a mon...

Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Collaboration, Drop In, Educational
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, quilting, weaving, needlework, mending or any other fiber activity to the library!

Teen D&D

Teen D&D with Raj

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18)
Event Details:

Calling all adventurous teens! Join us for Dungeons & Dragons at Pack Memorial Library!All players aged 13-17 are eligible.This program is free, but you do need to register.Ema...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Event Details:

Calling all adventurous teens! Join us for Dungeons & Dragons at Pack Memorial Library!

All players aged 13-17 are eligible.

This program is free, but you do need to register.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

An image of a Lego castle.

Intergenerational LEGO Club

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Swannanoa Meeting Room at Swannanoa
Program Type:
Family Fun, Games/Gaming, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Swannanoa
Room: Swannanoa Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Family Fun, Games/Gaming, STEAM/STEM

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.

Pilates Class

Pilates Class- In person and online

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

To register for these classes, please go to: www.ciscopilates.com…These classes are offered to the public free of charge.We will have some yoga mats on hand for the in-person ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:


To register for these classes, please go to: www.ciscopilates.com…

These classes are offered to the public free of charge.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

brown paper snowflakes hanging from a wooden ceiling beam

Craft Drop In - Giant Paper Snowflake

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

 You will be amazed at this easy, beautiful craft. We will provide all materials and hands-on guidance. This is a drop in event for adults and teens so no sign up is necessary...

Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

 You will be amazed at this easy, beautiful craft. We will provide all materials and hands-on guidance. This is a drop in event for adults and teens so no sign up is necessary.

Tai Chi for Beginners

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester
Program Type:
Educational, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Program DescriptionEvent DetailsThis 6-week class will be the second half of the  introduction to Basic Tai Chi Principles using the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention...

Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Program Description

Event Details

This 6-week class will be the second half of the  introduction to Basic Tai Chi Principles using the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Level I form t

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

Flyer with text saying "Read to a Dog at the East Asheville Library. Read with Flora from four to five every first and third Tuesdays. Read with Evelyn from four to five every second and fourth Tuesdays." The logo of Alliance of therapy dogs and Buncombe County Public Libraries is at the bottom of the flyer.

Read to a Dog with Evelyn the Goldendoodle

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room at East Asheville
Program Type:
Literacy, Live animal
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

Trying out your new reading skills in front of other people can be intimidating! But dogs always listen and never judge, even when we make mistakes. Practice reading with a furry p...

Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Literacy, Live animal
Event Details:

Trying out your new reading skills in front of other people can be intimidating! But dogs always listen and never judge, even when we make mistakes.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

Knitted sheep with wooden face and legs, resting on and half covered by a knitted blanket

Fairview Library Fiber Arts Club

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Fairview Meeting Room at Fairview
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop In
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

A monthly gathering of those who enjoy knitting, crocheting, or other fiber crafts, and hanging out with new friends! This is not an instructional group, but newcomers are mos...

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Library Branch: Fairview
Room: Fairview Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop In
Event Details:

A monthly gathering of those who enjoy knitting, crocheting, or other fiber crafts, and hanging out with new friends! 

This is not an instructional group, but newcomers are most welcome. Come ready to meet fun people!

Hand Drums

Intro to Drumming Class

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Join us for this educational and fun guided drum session. This class is super fun and no drumming experience is needed. In this hour long session we will establish the foundations ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:


Join us for this educational and fun guided drum session. This class is super fun and no drumming experience is needed. In this hour long session we will establish the foundations of rhythm and experiment with various concepts from there.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

A group of gamers are gathered around a table, with their characters standing behind them.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Swannanoa Meeting Room at Swannanoa
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18)
Event Details:

Calling all adventurers! Join us at the Swannanoa Library on the second Saturday of every month for Dungeons and Dragons!   This program is for ages 13 to 18 and will be ...

Library Branch: Swannanoa
Room: Swannanoa Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Event Details:

Calling all adventurers! Join us at the Swannanoa Library on the second Saturday of every month for Dungeons and Dragons!   

Disclaimer(s)

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

Quilting Bee times and dates. 10am-2pm third Tuesdays in July, August, November, December.

Quilting Bee

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
East Asheville Meeting Room AB at East Asheville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop In
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Quilters of all ages welcome! Bring your own sewing machine and project or work on a community project. Snacks not provided, but we encourage you to bring a bag lunch. Drop in any ...

Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room AB
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop In
Event Details:

Quilters of all ages welcome! Bring your own sewing machine and project or work on a community project. Snacks not provided, but we encourage you to bring a bag lunch. Drop in any time to participate.

Tai Chi for Beginners

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester
Program Type:
Educational, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Program DescriptionEvent DetailsThis 6-week class will be the second half of the  introduction to Basic Tai Chi Principles using the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention...

Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Program Description

Event Details

This 6-week class will be the second half of the  introduction to Basic Tai Chi Principles using the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Level I form t

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

Images of completed scale models

WNC Scale Model Club

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
North Asheville Meeting Room at North Asheville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

The Western North Carolina Scale Model Club is a non-profit group for stati (non-RC) model builders to present their models and share tips and tricks in a laid back atmosphere. Bri...

Library Branch: North Asheville
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Western North Carolina Scale Model Club is a non-profit group for stati (non-RC) model builders to present their models and share tips and tricks in a laid back atmosphere. Bring your latest finished piece or your work in progress.

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Spanish Conversation Practice Group

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Language
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Spanish Conversation Practice GroupOur friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with Intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking fo...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Language
Event Details:


Spanish Conversation Practice Group

Child reads to a therapy dog

Read To A Dog (Registration Required)

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Asheville Meeting Room at North Asheville
Program Type:
Family Fun, Literacy, Live animal
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

Reading to a dog can help young readers build skills, confidence, and enjoyment in reading! Participantsmust register in advance for a 15-minute session, and parent/legal guardian ...

Library Branch: North Asheville
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Family Fun, Literacy, Live animal
Event Details:

Reading to a dog can help young readers build skills, confidence, and enjoyment in reading! Participants

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

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.

Ukulele Lessons with the Asheville Ukulele Society 5:00-5:45 PM 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month East Asheville public library

Ukulele Lessons with the Asheville Ukulele Society

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
East Asheville Meeting Room A at East Asheville
Program Type:
Classes, Educational, Music
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Come learn to play the ukulele with the Asheville Ukulele Society. Lessons are free, but space is limited. To register, sign up at the library front desk or call 828-250-4738....

Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Classes, Educational, Music
Event Details:

Come learn to play the ukulele with the Asheville Ukulele Society. Lessons are free, but space is limited. To register, sign up at the library front desk or call 828-250-4738.

Teen D&D

Teen D&D with Raj

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18)
Event Details:

Calling all adventurous teens! Join us for Dungeons & Dragons at Pack Memorial Library!All players aged 13-17 are eligible.This program is free, but you do need to register.Ema...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Event Details:

Calling all adventurous teens! Join us for Dungeons & Dragons at Pack Memorial Library!

All players aged 13-17 are eligible.

This program is free, but you do need to register.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

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Spanish Conversation Practice Group

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Language
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Spanish Conversation Practice GroupOur friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with Intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking fo...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Language
Event Details:


Spanish Conversation Practice Group

Scribbles for Stress workshop: Unwind through creativity

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

This event requires registration.During this hectic season, take a moment for yourself.  Join us for a stress-relieving art workshop, designed for any skill or experience, to ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This event requires registration.

During this hectic season, take a moment for yourself.  Join us for a stress-relieving art workshop, designed for any skill or experience, to explore creativity as a way to reduce stress.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration