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Origami in Bloom!

Origami In Bloom!

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Fairview Meeting Room at Fairview Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes

Age Group:

Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Fairview Library
Room: Fairview Meeting Room
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Event Details:

Come celebrate the beginning of spring at the Fairview Library!

In this all-ages origami workshop, you’ll learn how to fold two simple forms — a tulip and a stem — that come together to create a beautiful paper flower.

Primal Scream Club- black, white, and red text

Primal Scream Club (@ New Belgium Brewery)

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adult
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The library's Primal Scream Club is back every last Saturday of the month!

Our friends at New Belgium Brewing Company are graciously hosting us for our 20-minute triple scream stress relief session.

Description of the program, along with a picture of Dr. Eischeid's book. Included is a quote from a survivor: "I remember the camp orchestra, which was hope."

Courage, Resilience, and Artistry in the Land of Death: The Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz-Birkenau

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room at South Buncombe/Skyland Library

Program Type:

Author Event, Educational, Informational, Lecture/Speaker

Age Group:

Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland Library
Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Author Event, Educational, Informational, Lecture/Speaker
Event Details:

The women’s orchestra at Auschwitz-Birkenau, composed entirely of prisoners, was unique in the Nazi camp system. Dr.

Text on a green background reading "Leicester History Project, Leicester, Sandy Mush, French Broad" and "Volunteers wanted" with an illustration of rolling mountains

Leicester History Project Volunteer Interest Meeting

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Leicester Meeting Room at Leicester Library

Program Type:

Local History/Genealogy

Age Group:

Adult
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Local History/Genealogy
Event Details:

Do you love local history? Are you interested in preserving community stories and traditions? Maybe you have a background in journalism, photography, or community organizing?

The Leicester History Project needs your help!  

toy swap

North Asheville Library Toy Swap!

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Asheville Meeting Room at North Asheville Library

Program Type:

Drop In, Family Fun

Age Group:

Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Drop In, Family Fun
Event Details:

Drop off gently used children’s toys, books, puzzles, and games at the North Asheville Library front desk from Thursday, March 26th-Saturday, March 28th.

Liz Z Pardu and Keep NC Weird

Keep NC Weird! The Strange & Macabre History of Our State

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial Library

Program Type:

Local History/Genealogy, Story Telling

Age Group:

Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Local History/Genealogy, Story Telling
Event Details:

"Keep NC Weird" is a one-hour journey through the strangest history, most eccentric characters, and darkest folklore of the Old North State.

Technology Troubleshoot Drop In Enka-Candler Library, Wednesdays from Jan 14th-April 29th 10 AM - 12 PM

Technology Troubleshoot Drop-In

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Enka-Candler Library at Enka-Candler Library

Program Type:

Community Collaboration, Digital Literacy/Technology

Age Group:

Adult
Library Branch: Enka-Candler Library
Room: Enka-Candler Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Digital Literacy/Technology
Event Details:

Tech troubleshoot drop-ins will be held weekly at the Enka-Candler library from January 11th through April 29th. 

Local college students will work with you to solve your technology problems. 

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Get to know Libby!

10:30am–12:00pm
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Digital Literacy/Technology, Drop In
Event Details:

Libby logo; an open teal book with a girl's head peeking over the top

YMCA Mobile Market at Grovemont Park

11:00am–12:00pm
Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Swannanoa Library
Room: Grovemont Park Pavilion
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Community Service/Service Project
Event Details:

The Mobile Food Markets visit dozens of locations each month, pairing free healthy food with tasty recipes, practical cooking demonstrations, and valuable nutrition information that's easy to understand.

This program provides:

Disclaimer(s)

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

Basic Technology Troubleshooting

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Fairview Library
Room: Fairview Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Digital Literacy/Technology, Drop In
Event Details:

Drop in for basic tech help with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Partners from UNC Asheville and Land of Sky Regional Council and your friendly Fairview library staff will provide one-on-one support. 

Mindfulness Meditation with Dr. Mattie Decker

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Fairview Library
Room: Fairview Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Classes, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it.

Baby Story Time

3:30pm–4:00pm
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
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

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Family Fun, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Build LEGO creations and make friends! LEGOs are provided - please do not bring your own. Children under age of 11 must 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.

Intergenerational LEGO Club: Club de LEGO Intergeneracional

4:00pm–5:00pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room B
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), 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!  Flex your building skills and make some friends while you're at it. Please leave your personal Legos at home because we've got 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.

Property Value Appeals Clinic

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Fairview Library
Room: Fairview Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Financial, Informational
Event Details:

All properties in Buncombe County have received a new value that reflects current market values as of January 2026.

Holiday Closing - Good Friday/Easter

All Day 4/3–4/4
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

Toddler Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Cancelled
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.

Community Building for Expectant and New Parents

3:00pm–4:30pm
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Adult
Cancelled
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.

Bouncing Books! Music & Movement Story Time @ the YMCA

11:00am–12:00pm
Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Enka-Candler Library
Room: Enka-Candler Library - Offsite Event
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Music, Physical Activity, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive story time on the first Saturday of each month at Ferguson Family YMCA! Sing, dance, play, and read with Librarian Kate from Enka-Candler Library.

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 Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 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.

Baby Play Time

11:00am–12:00pm
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
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.

Tech. Time- One on One Help with Technology Related Tasks

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Digital Literacy/Technology
Event Details:

During your Tech Time appointment 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 specific task.

The White Plague in the Blue Ridge: Asheville in the Tuberculosis Era

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Educational, Lecture/Speaker, Local History/Genealogy
Event Details:

More than a century ago, Asheville was a nationally known destination for those seeking a cure from the dreaded "white plague," also known as phthisis, consumption, or tuberculosis.

Tax Assistance with AARP

9:00am–4:15pm
Adult
Library Branch: West Asheville Library
Room: West Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration

Toddler Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Library Branch: Oakley/South Asheville Library
Room: Oakley/South Asheville - Children's 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 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.

South Buncombe Library Bridge Club

10:00am–1:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland Library
Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Drop In, Games/Gaming, Other
Event Details:

 

Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library!


All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary.

Baby Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Library Branch: Swannanoa Library
Room: Swannanoa Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 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.

Toddler Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
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. 

Story time room capacity is 40 people. Please arrive early to secure a spot. 

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.

Preschool Story Time

10:30am–11:15am
Preschool (ages 3-5)
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.

Being With Peace: Chair Yoga

2:00pm–2:45pm
Adult
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

This four-week series gently introduces yoga postures for all ages with the use of a chair. With awareness in the breath and movement, the experience of relaxation and a peaceful feeling arise more naturally.

LEGO Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age - (grades K-5)
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
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.