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Buncombe County Special Collections by Appointment Only

All Day 9/14 - 9/22
Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Local History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

Buncombe County Special Collections will be open by appointment only to allow staff to work on special projects. Appointments must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance an...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Local History/Genealogy
Event Details:

Buncombe County Special Collections will be open by appointment only to allow staff to work on special projects. 

Living Before Deaf Awareness

Living Before Deaf Awareness with Ruth A. Reppert, author of "Adventures of a CODA, Child of Deaf Adults, a Memoir"

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Author Event, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Turn your clock back to 1933 when there were no “interpreters,” no “American Sign Language,” and no understanding of people who are Deaf. In that setting, picture this baby with no...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

toddler time

Toddler Story Time

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years. Ticketed registration is required. Tickets will be given out starting 10 am in th...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Program Type: 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.

LEGO

LEGO Club

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5)
Event Details:

Come down the Pack Memorial Library and play with LEGOs!Show off your building skills and make new friends with other LEGO maniacs.Please leave your personal LEGOs at home, because...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5)
Program Type: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Come down the Pack Memorial Library and play with LEGOs!
Show off your building skills and make new friends with other LEGO maniacs.

Please leave your personal LEGOs at home, because we've got plenty.

An old black and white photo of a group of people by a moonshine still with text stating West End Women Liquor, labor, and love in urban Appalachia. September 24 2024 Pack Memorial Library 6 pm

West End Women: Liquor, Labor, and Love in Urban Appalachia

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Special Collections Reading Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Informational, Local History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

While we may imagine the typical moonshiner as a gangly man in overalls, plenty of women were involved in the business, too!Mothers, grandmothers, sisters and aunties across the ra...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Special Collections Reading Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Informational, Local History/Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

While we may imagine the typical moonshiner as a gangly man in overalls, plenty of women were involved in the business, too!

Misfit Improv

Intro to Improv with Misfit Improv & Acting School

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Classes
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to try improv? Maybe it felt a little nerve-wracking or like you needed to be funny. Well, improv is for everyone. It helps us unleash our creativity, boost ou...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool (ages 3-5)
Event Details:

Books, songs, rhymes and activities designed for children 3-5 years.

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Books, songs, rhymes and activities designed for children 3-5 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.

baby gym

Baby Gym

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Physical Activity
Age Group:
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Event Details:

Drop in and play with other babies. Crawl through tunnels, play in ball pits, and enjoy other sensory toys. Caregivers must stay in the room. Ages 4-18 months. 

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Physical Activity
Event Details:

Drop in and play with other babies. Crawl through tunnels, play in ball pits, and enjoy other sensory toys. Caregivers must stay in the room. Ages 4-18 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.

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.

Robots in the Library!

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Event Details:

In honor of the release of The Wild Robot movie, enjoy a live robot demonstration by Glitch 2.0, Asheville High School's Robotics Team! Then explore circuitry with snap circuits an...

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

In honor of the release of The Wild Robot movie, enjoy a live robot demonstration by Glitch 2.0, Asheville High School's Robotics Team! Then explore circuitry with snap circuits and a make an LED paper robot!

Libraries Closing at 2:30pm

Friday, September 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Mountain, East Asheville, Enka-Candler, Fairview, Leicester, North Asheville, Oakley/South Asheville, Pack Memorial, South Buncombe/Skyland, Swannanoa, Weaverville, West Asheville

All Libraries will close at 2:30 on Friday for a staff event. We will reopen Saturday for our regular hours

Closing
Branches:
Black Mountain, East Asheville, Enka-Candler, Fairview, Leicester, North Asheville, Oakley/South Asheville, Pack Memorial, South Buncombe/Skyland, Swannanoa, Weaverville, West Asheville
Description:

All Libraries will close at 2:30 on Friday for a staff event. We will reopen Saturday for our regular hours

Tech Time

Tech Time

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Digital Literacy/Technology, Drop In
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Tech Time is a drop in program where you can recieve one-on-one help from library staff. To the best of our ability we will help you solve a tech related problem or accomplish a sp...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Digital Literacy/Technology, Drop In
Event Details:

Manhattan Film Festival

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Film Screening
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

One of our favorite annual traditions! Join other film lovers who will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge the work of the next generation of filmmakers from aroun...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Film Screening
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Hola

Spanish Conversation Practice Group

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30pm
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

toddler time

Toddler Story Time

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years. Ticketed registration is required. Tickets will be given out starting 10 am in th...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Program Type: 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.

LEGO

LEGO Club

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5)
Event Details:

Come down the Pack Memorial Library and play with LEGOs!Show off your building skills and make new friends with other LEGO maniacs.Please leave your personal LEGOs at home, because...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5)
Program Type: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Come down the Pack Memorial Library and play with LEGOs!
Show off your building skills and make new friends with other LEGO maniacs.

Please leave your personal LEGOs at home, because we've got plenty.

Manhattan Film Festival

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Film Screening
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

One of our favorite annual traditions! Join other film lovers who will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge the work of the next generation of filmmakers from aroun...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Film Screening
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool (ages 3-5)
Event Details:

Books, songs, rhymes and activities designed for children 3-5 years.

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Books, songs, rhymes and activities designed for children 3-5 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.

baby gym

Baby Gym

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Physical Activity
Age Group:
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Event Details:

Drop in and play with other babies. Crawl through tunnels, play in ball pits, and enjoy other sensory toys. Caregivers must stay in the room. Ages 4-18 months. 

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Physical Activity
Event Details:

Drop in and play with other babies. Crawl through tunnels, play in ball pits, and enjoy other sensory toys. Caregivers must stay in the room. Ages 4-18 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.

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.

Bilingual Birdies

Bilingual Birdies

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Family Fun, Language, Music, Story Time
Age Group:
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5)
Event Details:

Every first Friday, sing along to songs in English and Spanish with a special performance presented by Bilingual Birdies. Ticketed entry. Pick up a ticket at Pack Youth Services be...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Family Fun, Language, Music, Story Time
Event Details:

Every first Friday, sing along to songs in English and Spanish with a special performance presented by Bilingual Birdies. Ticketed entry. Pick up a ticket at Pack Youth Services beginning at 10 am the day of the event.

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.

Manhattan Film Festival

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Film Screening
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

One of our favorite annual traditions! Join other film lovers who will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge the work of the next generation of filmmakers from aroun...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Film Screening
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

toddler time

Toddler Story Time

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years. Ticketed registration is required. Tickets will be given out starting 10 am in th...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Program Type: 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.

LEGO

LEGO Club

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pack Memorial Activity Room at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5)
Event Details:

Come down the Pack Memorial Library and play with LEGOs!Show off your building skills and make new friends with other LEGO maniacs.Please leave your personal LEGOs at home, because...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5)
Program Type: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Come down the Pack Memorial Library and play with LEGOs!
Show off your building skills and make new friends with other LEGO maniacs.

Please leave your personal LEGOs at home, because we've got plenty.

Tech Time

Tech Time

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pack Memorial Library at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Digital Literacy/Technology, Drop In
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Tech Time is a drop in program where you can recieve one-on-one help from library staff. To the best of our ability we will help you solve a tech related problem or accomplish a sp...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Digital Literacy/Technology, Drop In
Event Details:

Bookclub

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The Pack Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets the second Wednesday of each month at 10:30AM  at the library. We read a variety of genres. The book for Octob...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:


The Pack Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets the second Wednesday of each month at 10:30AM  at the library. We read a variety of genres. The book for October 2024 is "The Girl With the Louding Voice" by Abi Dare