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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.

Between the Lines- Candler's Future is Now- Discussion with photographer Bob Ware

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Enka-Candler
Room: Enka-Candler Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Exhibit, Informational, Lecture/Speaker
Event Details:

ArtsvilleUSA, invites you to the Enka-Candler Library community room for a discussion with photographer Bob Ware on Tuesday, October 1.

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.

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

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.

Weaverville Library Evening Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Weaverville
Room: Weaverville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us this month as we discuss, Moonglow by Michael Chabon. Copies of this title are available for check out at the Weaverville Library. No pre-registration necessary. Newcomers are always welcome!

Dark City Poets Society

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Black Mountain
Room: Black Mountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Literary
Event Details:

Dark City Poets Society is a completely free poetry group that is open to writers of all ages and experience levels.

Since the Thunder Stopped: 25th Anniversary of the Final Race at Asheville Motor Speedway

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Local History/Genealogy, Outreach
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 135
Event Details:
Join the Buncombe County Special Collections Library to learn about the history of the Asheville Motor Speedway, a .4 mi track located at now Carrier Park!

From 1960 until the final checkered flag on September 17, 1999, watching and partic

East Asheville Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: East Asheville
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join other literature lovers to discuss your favorite books at the library! This month's pick is Mad Honey, by Jodi Picoult.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Copy of MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Film Screening
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Puppet Playtime

10:00am - 11:30am
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
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

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool (ages 3-5)
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.

Baby Gym

10:30am - 11:30am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Library Branch: Fairview
Room: Fairview Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Drop In, Physical Activity
Event Details:

Babies 4 months-18 months and their caregivers are welcome to come play in our Community Room. There will be mats and things to roll on, bounce on, and climb. Play with other babies and meet other caregivers! 

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.

Hora Del Cuento - Bilingual Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
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: Story Time
Event Details:

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

Preschool Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool (ages 3-5)
Library Branch: Weaverville
Room: Weaverville Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Fun, Literacy, 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. Story time will be followed by a craft activity.

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.

Learn about Polymer Clay with the Blue Ridge Polymer Clay Guild

10:30am - 1:30pm
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Informational
Event Details:

Learn how to work with polymer clay with the guidance of the Blue Ridge Polymer Clay Guild. Newcomers welcome to drop in to observe and practice. No supplies needed. Adults and teens 16 and above welcome. No registration required. 

Tiny Tots Yoga

11:00am - 11:45am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Swannanoa
Room: Swannanoa Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Physical Activity
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Join Ms. Brandon at the Swannanoa Library for a fun Yoga class for children ages 1-3 & their caregivers. A fun combination of movement, songs, and stories along with yoga poses and learning breath techniques--good for everyone!

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

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Preschool (ages 3-5)
Library Branch: Pack Memorial
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Books, songs, rhymes and activities designed for children 3-5 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.

Baby Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Library Branch: Black Mountain
Room: Black Mountain 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 Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Swannanoa
Room: Swannanoa 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: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a story time for families and children of all ages as we share books, songs, rhymes, and activities.

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

A fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years. 

Toddler Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

A fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years. 

Baby Gym

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

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.

Putting Your Garden to Bed with Master Gardener John Bowen

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Leicester
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Informational, Lecture/Speaker
Event Details:

Join Extension Master Gardener Volunteer, John Bowen, as he shares tips for preparing your garden for the winter.