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Preschool Story Time

Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Fairview Library at Fairview Library
Program Type:
Literacy, Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool (ages 3-5)

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

Library Branch: Fairview Library
Room: Fairview Library
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Literacy, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us as we share books, songs, rhymes, and activities designed for children ages 3 to 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.

Two white babies sitting on the floor, held up by adult hands, with an out-of-focus picture book being held by a barely visible adult facing them.

Baby Story Time

Thursday, December 31, 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.

Holiday Closing - New Year’s Day

All Day 1/1 - 1/2
Black Mountain Library, East Asheville Library, Enka-Candler Library, Fairview Library, Leicester Library, North Asheville Library, Oakley/South Asheville Library, Pack Memorial Library, South Buncombe/Skyland Library, Swannanoa Library, Weaverville Library, West Asheville Library
Closing
Branches:
Black Mountain Library, East Asheville Library, Enka-Candler Library, Fairview Library, Leicester Library, North Asheville Library, Oakley/South Asheville Library, Pack Memorial Library, South Buncombe/Skyland Library, Swannanoa Library, Weaverville Library, West Asheville Library

Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Preschool (ages 3-5)

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

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

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

White flyer with text saying "Read to a Dog at the East Asheville Library. Read with Flora from 4 to 5 every first and third Tuesdays." The logo of Alliance of therapy dogs and Buncombe County Public Libraries is at the bottom of the flyer.

Read to a Dog: Flora the Golden Retriever

Tuesday, January 5, 2027 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.

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, January 7, 2027 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)

Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years old.

Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting 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 old.

Family Story Time

Saturday, January 9, 2027 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.

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, January 14, 2027 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)

Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years old.

Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting 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 old.

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, January 21, 2027 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)

Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years old.

Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting 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 old.

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, January 28, 2027 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)

Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years old.

Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting 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 old.

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, February 4, 2027 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)

Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years old.

Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting 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 old.

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

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

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

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

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

Holiday Closing - Independence Day

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

Holiday Closing - Independence Day

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

Holiday Closing - Independence Day

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

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

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

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

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

Holiday Closing - New Year’s Day

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

Holiday Closing - New Year’s Day

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

Holiday Closing - New Year’s Day

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

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

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

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

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

Holiday Closing - Independence Day

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

Holiday Closing - Independence Day

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

Holiday Closing - Independence Day

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

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

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

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

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

Holiday Closing - New Year’s Day

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

Holiday Closing - New Year’s Day

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

Holiday Closing - New Year’s Day

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

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

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

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

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

Holiday Closing - Independence Day

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

Holiday Closing - Independence Day

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

Holiday Closing - Independence Day

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

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

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

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

Holiday Closing - Veterans Day

Holiday Closing - New Year’s Day

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

Holiday Closing - New Year’s Day

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

Holiday Closing - New Year’s Day

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

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

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth

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

Holiday Closing - Juneteenth