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Read to a Dog: Flora the Golden Retriever

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room at East Asheville Library
Program Type:
Community Collaboration, Literacy, Live animal
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)

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.

Library Branch: East Asheville Library
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: Community Collaboration, 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

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.

This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Meditation Made Easy: A Free Yoga Nidra Class

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

Yoga Nidra is Non-Sleep Deep Relaxation

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

Yoga Nidra is Non-Sleep Deep Relaxation

This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Get to know Libby!

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
East Asheville Meeting Room B at East Asheville Library
Program Type:
Digital Literacy/Technology, Drop In
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

An illustration of a girl's head peeking over an open book with text "Meet Libby&qu

Cancelled
Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Digital Literacy/Technology, Drop In
Event Details:

An illustration of a girl's head peeking over an open book with text "Meet Libby&qu

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group

LEGO Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Asheville Library at North Asheville Library
Program Type:
Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)

Build LEGO creations and make friends! LEGOs are provided - please do not bring your own. Children under age of 11 must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Cancelled
Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Library
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Build LEGO creations and make friends! LEGOs are provided - please do not bring your own. Children under age of 11 must be accompanied by a caregiver.

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.

This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group

Intergenerational LEGO Club

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Swannanoa Meeting Room at Swannanoa Library
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)

Drop-in for a casual hour of LEGO building! 

Library Branch: Swannanoa Library
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
Event Details:

Drop-in for a casual hour of LEGO building! 

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.

This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Rescheduled from January 31 - Community Art Supply Swap

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Collaboration
Age Group:
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

Because of possible snow on Saturday January 31, we have rescheduled the Community Art Supply Swap to Saturday February 7 from 1-4 pm. 

Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Collaboration
Event Details:

Because of possible snow on Saturday January 31, we have rescheduled the Community Art Supply Swap to Saturday February 7 from 1-4 pm. 

This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group

Dungeons & Dragons for teens (12-18) at the Weaverville Library

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Weaverville Meeting Room at Weaverville Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming, STEAM/STEM, Story Telling
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18)

Space for this program is limited. Registration is required. Please register online through our events calendar or call 828-250-6482 with questions.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Weaverville Library
Room: Weaverville Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games/Gaming, STEAM/STEM, Story Telling
Registration Required
Event Details:

Space for this program is limited. Registration is required. Please register online through our events calendar or call 828-250-6482 with questions.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group

Read To A Dog with Tucker!

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Asheville Library at North Asheville Library
Program Type:
Literacy, Live animal
Age Group:
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)

Reading to a dog can help young readers build skills, confidence, and enjoyment in reading! We recommend that participants register in advance for a 15-minute session, and parent/legal guardian must sign a waiver.

Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Library
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), 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:

Reading to a dog can help young readers build skills, confidence, and enjoyment in reading! We recommend that participants register in advance for a 15-minute session, and parent/legal guardian must sign a waiver.

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.

This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Spanish Conversation Practice Group

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial Library
Program Type:
Language
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

Our friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking for a supportive chance to practice and sharpen their skills.

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

Our friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking for a supportive chance to practice and sharpen their skills.

This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Asheville Community Theatre Preview of Mean Girls: High School Edition

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

Enjoy this special sneak preview of Asheville Community Theatre's "Mean Girls: High School Edition". This will be an opportunity to hear from the actors and director, and to hear some of the songs from the musical.

Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Enjoy this special sneak preview of Asheville Community Theatre's "Mean Girls: High School Edition". This will be an opportunity to hear from the actors and director, and to hear some of the songs from the musical.

This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Charla en español

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room at East Asheville Library
Program Type:
Language
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Two cartoon heads with text bubbles
Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Language
Event Details:
Two cartoon heads with text bubbles
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group

Dungeons & Dragons for teens (12-18) at the Weaverville Library

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Weaverville Meeting Room at Weaverville Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming, Literacy, STEAM/STEM, Story Telling
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18)

Space for this program is limited. Registration is required. Please register online through our events calendar or call 828-250-6482 with questions.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Weaverville Library
Room: Weaverville Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games/Gaming, Literacy, STEAM/STEM, Story Telling
Registration Required
Event Details:

Space for this program is limited. Registration is required. Please register online through our events calendar or call 828-250-6482 with questions.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Fairview Library Fiber Arts Club

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Fairview Library at Fairview Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop In
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

Fun with fiber! Join others who share your interest and enthusiasm the second Thursday evening of each month at the Fairview Library.

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

Fun with fiber! Join others who share your interest and enthusiasm the second Thursday evening of each month at the Fairview Library.

This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Art Exploration for Teens & Adults: Watercolor

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Weaverville Meeting Room at Weaverville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

Rediscover the joy of childhood art class in this beginner friendly workshop with Kelly Reese and Jennifer Jacey of ArtFolk, Weaverville's new community art initiative. 

Library Branch: Weaverville Library
Room: Weaverville Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Rediscover the joy of childhood art class in this beginner friendly workshop with Kelly Reese and Jennifer Jacey of ArtFolk, Weaverville's new community art initiative. 

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group

Drop In Valentine Making

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Fun
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)

Drop in and make a valentine for someone you love. We'll have paper, scissors, glue, stickers and other supplies. 

This is a drop in event for all ages, but parents must stay with children. 

Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Fun
Event Details:

Drop in and make a valentine for someone you love. We'll have paper, scissors, glue, stickers and other supplies. 

This is a drop in event for all ages, but parents must stay with children. 

This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group

Youth Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Swannanoa Meeting Room at Swannanoa Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)

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

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Swannanoa Library
Room: Swannanoa Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

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

This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Tie Dye Workshop: Bring Your Own Item!

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

This is a great way to give an old piece of clothing or accessory a new life! Local fiber artist Jessica Kaufman will be at Pack Library to teach you about different tie dye techniques.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a great way to give an old piece of clothing or accessory a new life! Local fiber artist Jessica Kaufman will be at Pack Library to teach you about different tie dye techniques.

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group

Read to a Dog: Flora the Golden Retriever

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room at East Asheville Library
Program Type:
Community Collaboration, Literacy, Live animal
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)

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.

Library Branch: East Asheville Library
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: Community Collaboration, 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

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.

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Drumming and Rhythms 101: An Introduction to Hand Drums

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial Library
Program Type:
Classes, Music
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

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 play a couple of our favorite songs together.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Classes, Music
Registration Required
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 play a couple of our favorite songs together.

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group

Intergenerational Make & Munch: Comics Collaging

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room at East Asheville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop In, Family Fun
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)

February's Make & Munch is going to be making collages out of discarded comic books and graphic novels.  You can either collage on paper or collage a container to keep.  We will be providing all materials, including ModPodge!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop In, Family Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

February's Make & Munch is going to be making collages out of discarded comic books and graphic novels.  You can either collage on paper or collage a container to keep.  We will be providing all materials, including ModPodge!

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.

This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

I Am Not Your Negro: A Screening to Honor African American History Month

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial Library
Program Type:
Film Screening
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

This is the second in a 2-part film series honoring African American History Month. Enjoy this award-winning documentary on the big screen at Pack Library. Light refreshments will be provided. 

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

This is the second in a 2-part film series honoring African American History Month. Enjoy this award-winning documentary on the big screen at Pack Library. Light refreshments will be provided. 

This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group

Intergenerational LEGO Club: Club de LEGO Intergeneracional

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room at East Asheville Library
Program Type:
Drop In, Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)

Have fun building a unique creation with LEGOs at the East Asheville Public Library!  Flex your building skills and make some friends while you're at it. Please leave your personal Legos at home because we've got plenty.

Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), 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!  Flex your building skills and make some friends while you're at it. Please leave your personal Legos at home because we've got plenty.

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.

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group

Origami Cranes

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Swannanoa Meeting Room at Swannanoa Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop In
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)

As we try to reach 1,000 cranes at the Swannanoa Library, come learn how to make origami cranes and practice your skills!

Library Branch: Swannanoa Library
Room: Swannanoa Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop In
Event Details:

As we try to reach 1,000 cranes at the Swannanoa Library, come learn how to make origami cranes and practice your skills!

This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group

Family Crafternoons DRAFT

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Cancelled
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts