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Baby Story Time

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
West Asheville Meeting Room at West Asheville Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)

A lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 18 months. Older siblings are always welcome. Stay afterward to socialize with other parents and let your baby play with our baby sensory toys.

Library Branch: West Asheville Library
Room: West Asheville 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. Older siblings are always welcome. Stay afterward to socialize with other parents and let your baby play with our baby sensory toys.

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 Club at the Skyland/South Buncombe Library

LEGO Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room at South Buncombe/Skyland 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)

Join us for free-form LEGO building on the second and fourth Thursday afternoons of each month, at 3:30pm!  All ages 5 and up are welcome, but anyone under 10 years old will need to be accompanied by a caregiver.

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

Join us for free-form LEGO building on the second and fourth Thursday afternoons of each month, at 3:30pm!  All ages 5 and up are welcome, but anyone under 10 years old will need to 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.

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Creative Writing Group online

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Leicester Library - Virtual Event at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Literacy, STEAM/STEM, Story Telling
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for creative writing online! We meet on Zoom for several rounds of writing prompts.

Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Library - Virtual Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Literacy, STEAM/STEM, Story Telling
Event Details:

Join us for creative writing online! We meet on Zoom for several rounds of writing prompts.

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

Thursday, May 14, 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

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Fairview Library Fiber Arts Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Fairview Meeting Room at Fairview Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Drop In
Age Group:
Tween (ages 10-12), 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 Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12), 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.

Book club!

BOOK CLUB!

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Mountain Meeting Room at Black Mountain Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Literary
Age Group:
Adult

Book Club meets on the second Thursday of every month. Upcoming titles:

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

Book Club meets on the second Thursday of every month. Upcoming titles:

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Friends of the East Asheville Library present "Is this as good as it gets?" How to transform relationships with Jennifer Fae

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
East Asheville Meeting Room AB at East Asheville Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Informational
Age Group:
Adult

The Friends of the East Asheville Library present "Is this as good as it gets?" How to transform relationships, with local author and artistJennifer Fae.

Free. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, Informational
Event Details:

The Friends of the East Asheville Library present "Is this as good as it gets?" How to transform relationships, with local author and artistJennifer Fae.

Free. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

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Artist's Way Check-In: A Virtual Accountability Group

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Pack Memorial Library - Virtual Event at Pack Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Age Group:
Adult

Since its publication The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron has been used by all types of artists to reconnect with their creativity and become inspired and productive.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library - Virtual Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Since its publication The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron has been used by all types of artists to reconnect with their creativity and become inspired and productive.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

Toddler Storytime at Fairview Public Library

Toddler Story Time

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Fairview Library at Fairview Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)

Join us as we share books, songs, rhymes, and activities designed for children ages 18 months-3 years old. 

Library Branch: Fairview Library
Room: Fairview Library
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us as we share books, songs, rhymes, and activities designed for children ages 18 months-3 years old. 

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 Enka-Candler Library Every Friday 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Baby Play Time at Enka-Candler Library!

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Enka-Candler Meeting Room at Enka-Candler Library
Program Type:
Family Fun
Age Group:
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)

Join the party and play!

Baby Story Time will be transforming into Baby Play Time on Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Music, bubbles, big foam blocks, tunnel mazes, puppets and sensory toys, oh my!

Perfect for 4-18 months.

Library Branch: Enka-Candler Library
Room: Enka-Candler Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Family Fun
Event Details:

Join the party and play!

Baby Story Time will be transforming into Baby Play Time on Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Music, bubbles, big foam blocks, tunnel mazes, puppets and sensory toys, oh my!

Perfect for 4-18 months.

Storytime with Miss Anna every Friday at 10:30am; includes: singing, wiggling, stories, and a craft

Family Storytime

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room at South Buncombe/Skyland Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Fun, Literacy, Literary, Music, Story Time
Age Group:
Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland Library
Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Fun, Literacy, Literary, Music, Story Time

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 story time

Toddler Story Time

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
North Asheville Meeting Room at North Asheville Library
Program Type:
Educational, Family Fun, Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)

Enjoy books, songs, and movement activities with Sadie from 10:30-11am. Appropriate for 18 months to 3 years old. Kids and caregivers can stay to play and socialize afterward until 11:30am!

Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Program Type: Educational, Family Fun, Story Time
Event Details:

Enjoy books, songs, and movement activities with Sadie from 10:30-11am. Appropriate for 18 months to 3 years old. Kids and caregivers can stay to play and socialize afterward until 11:30am!

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.

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Community Building for Expectant and New Parents

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Weaverville Meeting Room at Weaverville Library
Program Type:
Drop In, Family Fun
Age Group:
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Adult

Join us every Friday between 3-4:30 pm for a casual gathering of expectant and new parents/caregivers of babies 0-18 months.

Library Branch: Weaverville Library
Room: Weaverville Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Adult
Program Type: Drop In, Family Fun
Event Details:

Join us every Friday between 3-4:30 pm for a casual gathering of expectant and new parents/caregivers of babies 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.

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Family Storytime

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
East Asheville Meeting Room AB at East Asheville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Fun, Literacy, 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)

Join us for stories and fun every Saturday morning, and make some new friends along the way!  Our theme is constantly changing and is a fun surprise each week.

Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room AB
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: Arts & Crafts, Family Fun, Literacy, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for stories and fun every Saturday morning, and make some new friends along the way!  Our theme is constantly changing and is a fun surprise each week.

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 Club!

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Oakley/South Asheville - Children's Room at Oakley/South Asheville Library
Program Type:
Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)

Join us on the first and third Saturday of each month! Build unique LEGO architecture and display your own LEGO creations at the library. *Please leave your personal LEGOs at home, we have plenty!

Library Branch: Oakley/South Asheville Library
Room: Oakley/South Asheville - Children's Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Join us on the first and third Saturday of each month! Build unique LEGO architecture and display your own LEGO creations at the library. *Please leave your personal LEGOs at home, we have 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.

Family Story Time

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
West Asheville Meeting Room at West Asheville Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Family (children of all ages)

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.

Library Branch: West Asheville Library
Room: West Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), 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.

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One Book, One Buncombe: Author Event With Dolen Perkins-Valdez

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Event Details:

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Photo of Dolen Perkins-Valdez

One Book, One Buncombe: Author Event With Dolen Perkins-Valdez

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Mountain Library - Offsite Event at Black Mountain Library
Program Type:
Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Library Branch: Black Mountain Library
Room: Black Mountain Library - Offsite Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Event Details:

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Photo of Dolen Perkins-Valdez

One Book, One Buncombe: Author Event With Dolen Perkins-Valdez

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
East Asheville Library - Offsite Event at East Asheville Library
Program Type:
Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Library - Offsite Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Event Details:

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Photo of Dolen Perkins-Valdez

One Book, One Buncombe: Author Event With Dolen Perkins-Valdez

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Enka-Candler Library - Offsite Event at Enka-Candler Library
Program Type:
Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Library Branch: Enka-Candler Library
Room: Enka-Candler Library - Offsite Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Event Details:

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Photo of Dolen Perkins-Valdez

One Book, One Buncombe: Author Event With Dolen Perkins-Valdez

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Fairview Library - Offsite Event at Fairview Library
Program Type:
Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Library Branch: Fairview Library
Room: Fairview Library - Offsite Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Event Details:

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Photo of Dolen Perkins-Valdez

One Book, One Buncombe: Author Event With Dolen Perkins-Valdez

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Leicester Library - Offsite Event at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Library - Offsite Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Event Details:

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Photo of Dolen Perkins-Valdez

One Book, One Buncombe: Author Event With Dolen Perkins-Valdez

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Asheville Library - Offsite Event at North Asheville Library
Program Type:
Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Library - Offsite Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Event Details:

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Photo of Dolen Perkins-Valdez

One Book, One Buncombe: Author Event With Dolen Perkins-Valdez

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Oakley/South Asheville Library - Offsite Event at Oakley/South Asheville Library
Program Type:
Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.

Library Branch: Oakley/South Asheville Library
Room: Oakley/South Asheville Library - Offsite Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event, One Book One Buncombe
Event Details:

Join us for a special afternoon with acclaimed author Dolen Perkins-Valdez, the featured writer for Buncombe County’s 2026 One Book, One Buncombe Community Read.