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

Shire Watercolors

3:30pm - 5:30pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Swannanoa
Room: Swannanoa Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Pop culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of Hobbit-themed watercolors! We'll design and paint hobbit-holes: from Bag End to Brandy Hall to houses of your own design. 

This program is designed for children age 8 and up. 

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.

Hands-on-Harvest! for Kids

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Educational, Nature/Environment, STEAM/STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us as Master Gardeners, who specialize in kids' programs from Buncombe County Extension Master Gardeners, will give an interactive presentation on Harvest that will include a story, discussion, and a craft to take home (paint

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.

LEGO Club!

10:00am - 11:30am
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Library Branch: Oakley/South Asheville
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.

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group.

LEGO Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age - (grades K-5)
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.

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group.

Fantastic Fishes - ecoEXPLORE

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5)
Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland
Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5)
Program Type: Educational, Informational, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Join the NC Arboretum's ecoEXPLORE program to learn all about the fantastic world of fishes!

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 Evelyn the Goldendoodle

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: East Asheville
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: 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 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.

Lego Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Library Branch: West Asheville
Room: West Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Games/Gaming, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Lego Club for ages 5-12. Make new friends and have fun building. Legos will be provided--please leave yours at home.

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.

Shire Watercolors

3:30pm - 5:30pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Swannanoa
Room: Swannanoa Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Pop culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of Hobbit-themed watercolors! We'll design and paint hobbit-holes: from Bag End to Brandy Hall to houses of your own design. 

This program is designed for children age 8 and up. 

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.

Zaniac: Slime!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Educational, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Join Zaniac in having a messy and fun filled hour by exploring everything SLIME!  Who said science wasn't messy??

Space is limited, so registration is highly encouraged. 

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group.

LEGO Hour

3:15pm - 4:45pm
School Age - (grades K-5)
Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland
Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5)
Program Type: Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Join us for free-form LEGO building every other Thursday afternoon, at 3:30pm!  All ages 5 and up are welcome, but anyone under 10 years old will need to be accompanied by a caregiver.

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group.

Fantastic Fishes (Ichthyology)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5)
Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5)
Program Type: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered...what makes a fish, a FISH? How do they breathe so easily under the water? Why are they so slimy and hard to catch?

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.

Robots in the Library!

4:30pm - 6:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
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!

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group.

Lego Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age - (grades K-5)
Cancelled
Library Branch: Fairview
Room: Fairview Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5)
Program Type: Drop In
Event Details:

We will miss seeing your creativity at work! Stay tuned for future meetings!

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 "Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)" group.
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 "Family (children of all ages)" group.

Reading MENtors - Saturday Story Time Series

10:30am - 12:00pm
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Enka-Candler
Room: Enka-Candler 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:

Data shows that having active male role models in children’s lives can break down stereotypical gender biases and lead to higher gender equality and empowerment. This program is open to children of all ages and gender identities.

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.

Create a Sock Creature!

2:00pm - 3:30pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Library Branch: Oakley/South Asheville
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Use your imagination and our craft supplies to turn a sock into a fun new creature to take home with you! Follow instructions to create a no-sew caterpillar, octopus, rabbit, monster, or bear, or make up your own design. Ages 5 and up.

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.

Family Movie Matinee: Hoot

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester 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, Film Screening
Event Details:

Get out of the heat and enjoy a Saturday afternoon matinee at the library.
Bring your own chair or blanket to get cozy on the floor.  Parents are expected to stay with children. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group.

LEGO Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age - (grades K-5)
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.

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.

Fantastic Fishes! with ecoEXPLORE

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Library Branch: West Asheville
Room: West Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Educational, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered...what makes a fish, a FISH? How do they breathe so easily under the water? Why are they so slimy and hard to catch?

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 "Family (children of all ages)" group.

Read to a Dog with Flora the Golden Retriever

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: East Asheville
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: 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 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 (Registration Required)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
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.

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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages)
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: Drop In, Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Have fun building a unique creation with Legos at the East Asheville Public Library! 

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.

Hands-on Herbs! for Kids

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Library Branch: West Asheville
Room: West Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Nature/Environment, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Presented by the Buncombe County Extension Master Gardeners. Meet Rosemary, Sage, Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Mint, Lemon Balm and Lavender. We'll smell, feel and talk about how we use them.

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 "Family (children of all ages)" group.

Master Gardeners: Harvest!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Collaboration, Educational, Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Join us on October 4th from 4:00-5:00 pm when Master Gardeners who specialize in kids’ programs from Buncombe County Extension Master Gardeners give a presentation on Harvest. We'll read the book "Fall Har

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 "Family (children of all ages)" group.

LEGO Club at Enka-Candler Library

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Enka-Candler
Room: Enka-Candler Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Fun
Event Details:

LEGO Club is every 1st Friday of the month from 4:00-5:00 PM.
No registration is required.