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Swannanoa and Fairview Libraries Closed

All Day 11/6 - 12/31
Fairview, Swannanoa

Fairview and Swannanoa Libraries are closed. Please visit any of the other libraries in our system, 

Closing
Branches:
Fairview, Swannanoa
Description:

Fairview and Swannanoa Libraries are closed. Please visit any of the other libraries in our system, 

Hora Del Cuento - Bilingual Story Time

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room at South Buncombe/Skyland
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland
Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room
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.

tween D&D

Tween D&D with Raj

Friday, November 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Tween (ages 10-12)
Event Details:

Calling all adventurous tweens! Join us for Dungeons & Dragons at Pack Memorial Library!All players aged 10-12 are eligible.This program is free, but you do need to register.Em...

Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Event Details:

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

All players aged 10-12 are eligible.

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

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

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.

Affordable Housing Fair

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
East Asheville Meeting Room AB at East Asheville
Program Type:
Drop In, Informational
Age Group:
Adult
Cancelled
Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Drop In, Informational

** CANCELLED ** Baby Story Time

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Event Details:

A lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 18 months. 

Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

A lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 18 months. 

Family Story Time

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
West Asheville Meeting Room at West Asheville
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

Books, rhymes, songs and activities designed for the whole family. Stay afterward to socialize and play with the large building blocks and other toys. Baby sensory toys are also av...

Library Branch: West Asheville
Room: West Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Books, rhymes, songs and activities designed for the whole family. Stay afterward to socialize and play with the large building blocks and other toys. Baby sensory toys are also available.

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.

Flyer with green gradient background. Text reads "Family Story Time at ten-thirty each Saturday at the East Asheville Public Library." Large image of an open book with stars coming out is in the center of the flyer.

Family Story Time

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room at East Asheville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Fun, Literacy, STEAM/STEM, Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

Join us for stories and fun every Saturday morning! Get ready to dance and sing as well as listen to stories with an accompanying craft happening the second half of Story Time! &nb...

Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Fun, Literacy, STEAM/STEM, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for stories and fun every Saturday morning! Get ready to dance and sing as well as listen to stories with an accompanying craft happening the second half of Story Time!  All ages are welcome.

 

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.

11/9, 10:30 AM. Story read by Oscar Wooten IV followed by a fun photo booth, giant puzzles, & self-portrait craft.

Reading MENtors Story Time

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Enka-Candler Meeting Room at Enka-Candler
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Age Group:
Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

Story read by Oscar Wooten IV followed by a fun photo booth, giant puzzles, & self-portrait craft. No registration is required!This reading initiative encourages men from ...

Library Branch: Enka-Candler
Room: Enka-Candler Meeting Room
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Event Details:

Story read by Oscar Wooten IV followed by a fun photo booth, giant puzzles, & self-portrait craft. 

No registration is required!

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, November 9, 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: 25
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

Story as Legacy

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester
Program Type:
Author Event, Classes, Informational, Literary, Story Telling
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Story as Legacy is a writing workshop that will name and explore some of the basic gifts of story.  We will shine light on the love, lessons and value for our lives and t...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, Classes, Informational, Literary, Story Telling
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Story as Legacy is a writing workshop that will name and explore some of the basic gifts of story.  We will shine light on the love, lessons and value for our lives and those of our loved ones, all contained in memory, waiting to be

WLRL 2024

Write Local, Read Local: Author & Illustrator Fair

Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Black Mountain Meeting Room at Black Mountain
Program Type:
Author Event, Drop In, Literary, Performance
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Meet local authors and illustrators at the third annual Write Local, Read Local Fair! Authors will be selling and signing copies of their work throughout the library and author rea...

Library Branch: Black Mountain
Room: Black Mountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, Drop In, Literary, Performance
Event Details:

Meet local authors and illustrators at the third annual Write Local, Read Local Fair! Authors will be selling and signing copies of their work throughout the library and author readings will occur during the afternoon.

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.

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

All Day
Black Mountain, East Asheville, Enka-Candler, Fairview, Leicester, North Asheville, Oakley/South Asheville, Pack Memorial, South Buncombe/Skyland, Swannanoa, Weaverville, West Asheville

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

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:

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

toddler time

Toddler Story Time

Tuesday, November 12, 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.

Tai Chi for Beginners

Tuesday, November 12, 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

Leicester Library Book Discussion Group

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This month we're discussing The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff.  The Leicester Library Book Discussion Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm in the Co...

Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

This month we're discussing The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff.  The Leicester Library Book Discussion Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm in the Community Room at the library. Newcomers welcome!

LEGO

LEGO Club

Tuesday, November 12, 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.

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, November 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Asheville Meeting Room B 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 Meeting Room B
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, November 12, 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.

Hola

Spanish Conversation Practice Group

Tuesday, November 12, 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

Learn about Hiking El Camino De Santiago

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester
Program Type:
Educational, Informational
Age Group:
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Event Details:

Come see how a 500 mile hike across Spain can be the experience of a lifetime.Join Librarian and Friend Martha Harney to learn:The History of the Trail Route Details & Dis...

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

Come see how a 500 mile hike across Spain can be the experience of a lifetime.

Join Librarian and Friend Martha Harney to learn:

The History of the Trail 

Route Details & Distances 

Schedule for the Book Club

TBR: Book Club

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Mountain Meeting Room at Black Mountain
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The TBR (To-Be-Read) Book Club meets every month at the Black Mountain Public Library. Call or email the library for this month's selection.

Library Branch: Black Mountain
Room: Black Mountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The TBR (To-Be-Read) Book Club meets every month at the Black Mountain Public Library. Call or email the library for this month's selection.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Flyer with puppet stage as the background. The Puppets on the stage are an alligator, a mouse, a giraffe, and a fox. Text reads "Puppet Playtime from ten to eleven-thirty each Wednesday morning at the East Asheville Public Library. Parental Supervision is Required. The logo for the Buncombe County Public Libraries is at the bottom left of the flyer.

Puppet Playtime

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room at East Asheville
Program Type:
Drop In, Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

Every Wednesday morning, we open up the children's activity room to give kids time for free play with puppets. Children must be under the supervision or a parent or guardian.

Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Drop In, Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Every Wednesday morning, we open up the children's activity room to give kids time for free play with puppets. Children must be under the supervision or a parent or guardian.

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.

Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Mountain Meeting Room at Black Mountain
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool (ages 3-5)
Event Details:

Join us for a story time designed for children ages 3 to 5 years as we share books, songs, rhymes, and activities.

Library Branch: Black Mountain
Room: Black Mountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a story time designed for children ages 3 to 5 years as we share books, songs, rhymes, and activities.

Hora Del Cuento Bilingual Story Time Wednesdays at 10:30 AM

Hora Del Cuento - Bilingual Story Time

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Enka-Candler Meeting Room at Enka-Candler
Program Type:
Language, Story Time
Age Group:
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Event Details:

An interactive story time for the whole family featuring books, rhymes, and songs in Spanish and English.These early literacy programs for kids and their caregivers are designed to...

Library Branch: Enka-Candler
Room: Enka-Candler Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Language, Story Time
Event Details:

An interactive story time for the whole family featuring books, rhymes, and songs in Spanish and English.

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.