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Baby Story Time

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial Library

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

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.

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Baby Gym

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial Library

Program Type:

Physical Activity

Age Group:

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. 

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Tiny Tots Yoga with Ms. Brandon

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
North Asheville Meeting Room at North Asheville Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Physical Activity

Age Group:

Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Physical Activity
Event Details:

Join Ms. Brandon at the North Asheville Library for a fun yoga class for children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers. A fun combination of movement, songs, and games along with yoga poses and learning breathing techniques. Good for everyone!

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South Buncombe Library Bridge Club

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room at South Buncombe/Skyland Library

Program Type:

Drop In, Games/Gaming, Other

Age Group:

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.

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YMCA Mobile Market

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leicester Library - Outside at Leicester Library

Program Type:

Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational

Age Group:

Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Library - Outside
Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational
Event Details:

The YMCA Mobile Market will be set up in the library parking lot from 2-3 pm. Bring your grocery bags and get fresh food for your family.  All are welcome, regardless of income or family size.

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YMCA Mobile Market

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leicester Library - Outside at Leicester Library

Program Type:

Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational

Age Group:

Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Library - Outside
Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational
Event Details:

The YMCA Mobile Market will be set up in the library parking lot from 2-3 pm. Bring your grocery bags and get fresh food for your family.  All are welcome, regardless of income or family size.

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YMCA Mobile Market

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leicester Library - Outside at Leicester Library

Program Type:

Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational

Age Group:

Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Library - Outside
Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational
Event Details:

The YMCA Mobile Market will be set up in the library parking lot from 2-3 pm. Bring your grocery bags and get fresh food for your family.  All are welcome, regardless of income or family size.

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YMCA Mobile Market

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leicester Library - Outside at Leicester Library

Program Type:

Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational

Age Group:

Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Library - Outside
Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational
Event Details:

The YMCA Mobile Market will be set up in the library parking lot from 2-3 pm. Bring your grocery bags and get fresh food for your family.  All are welcome, regardless of income or family size.

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YMCA Mobile Market

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leicester Library - Outside at Leicester Library

Program Type:

Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational

Age Group:

Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Library - Outside
Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational
Event Details:

The YMCA Mobile Market will be set up in the library parking lot from 2-3 pm. Bring your grocery bags and get fresh food for your family.  All are welcome, regardless of income or family size.

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YMCA Mobile Market

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leicester Library - Outside at Leicester Library

Program Type:

Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational

Age Group:

Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Library - Outside
Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational
Event Details:

The YMCA Mobile Market will be set up in the library parking lot from 2-3 pm. Bring your grocery bags and get fresh food for your family.  All are welcome, regardless of income or family size.

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Baby Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Library Branch: Oakley/South Asheville Library
Room: Oakley/South Asheville - Children's 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 months 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 Story Time

9:30am–10:30am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Library Branch: Black Mountain Library
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 Library
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: 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.

Preschool Story Time

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

Drop-In Job Help with NC Works

12:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Drop In, Jobs/Careers
Event Details:

Need help with your job search? NCWorks staff will be on hand to provide free assistance on a first-come, first-served basis. Here are some of the services they provide:

Disaster Relief and Legal Aid from Pisgah Legal at the Weaverville Library

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Weaverville Library
Room: Weaverville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Financial, Informational
Event Details:

Learn about 911 with Buncombe County Public Safety Communications

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Educational, Informational
Event Details:

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.

Unlabel Poverty: A Panel Discussion and Photo Experience

3:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Educational
Event Details:

At this event Asheville Poverty Initiative's Realities of Poverty Educators will share their lived experience in poverty and houselessness focusing on the human experience, systemic barriers and the strength of community. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.

Black Experience Book Club

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

The Black Experience Book Club reads books by Black authors about the many facets of the Black experience. Join other book lovers to discuss this month's pick, Bitter, by Akwaeke Emezi.

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Toddler Story Time

9:30am–10:15am
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
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.

Snow STEM Lab for homeschoolers

10:00am–11:30am
Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Decorate gingerbread houses and enjoy fun winter and snow STEM experiments. All homeschoolers welcome. Materials provided while supplies last. 

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 at Enka-Candler Library!

10:30am–11:30am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
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 Gym 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.

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
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

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

Afternoon Art Experience

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Library Branch: Fairview Library
Room: Fairview Library
Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop In, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Learn about artists, their work, and dabble in a variety of mediums. Participants will leave each session with work of their own creation.

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

9:30am–10:30am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming 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: 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.

Yoga Frog with Author Nora Carpenter

10:00am–11:00am
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, Author Event, Family Fun, Health & Wellness, Literacy, Physical Activity
Event Details:

Start your new year's resolutions at the library! Come join local author and certified yoga instructor, Nora Carpenter, for yoga, a craft, and her children's book Yoga Frog.

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

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

Hora del cuento - Bilingual Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
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, Language, Literacy, Story Time
Event Details:

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

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.

Books Alive With Ms. Ann

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool (ages 3-5)
Library Branch: Enka-Candler Library
Room: Enka-Candler Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a magical story time featuring the marvelous Ms. Ann of Books Alive. Read, sing, play and dance as we celebrate all the wonders of reading books aloud together.

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.

Art Exploration for Adults: Collage at the Weaverville Library

10:30am–12:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Weaverville Library
Room: Weaverville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes
Event Details:

Step back into the simple joy of childhood art class in this beginner friendly, guided workshop with Jennifer Jacey and Kelly Reese of ArtFolk, Weaverville’s new community art initiative.