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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: 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 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.

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

Black Stories in Census Tract 2: Discussion and Film Screening

5:00pm–6:45pm
Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Film Screening, Local History/Genealogy
Event Details:

In April, the exhibition Black Stories in Census Tract 2 will expand beyond the gallery space with a documentary screening that brings Stumptown’s history to life through film, creating an opportunity for deeper reflection, community dial

This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group
This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group

Puppet Playtime: Hora de recreo con títeres

9:00am–10:30am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), 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.), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Drop In, Family Fun, Literacy
Event Details:

You become the Storyteller!  At Puppet Playtime, transform our puppets into characters, and have fun inventing wild and wacky stories.

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 "Family (children of all ages)" group

Family Story Time

9:30am–10:30am
Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Black Mountain Library
Room: Black Mountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group

Technology Troubleshoot Drop-In

10:00am–12:00pm
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. 

This event is in the "Adult" group
Library Branch: Fairview Library
Room: Fairview Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Film Screening, Health & Wellness, Lecture/Speaker
Event Details:

What would it mean to approach death not as a medical emergency, but as a human experience? This session explores home-based dying, family vigils, green burial, and the many ways communities engage in end-of-life care with intention and care.

This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool (ages 3-5)
Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland Library
Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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.

This event is in the "Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)" group

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)
Program Type: Family Fun, Literacy, Story Time
Event Details:

Stay as Puppet Playtime transforms into Toddler Storytime each Wednesday!  Move and dance, sing-along, play games, listen to stories, and make some new friends!  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.

This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group

Baby Play Time

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

Play with other babies and meet other caregivers! 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.

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 "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group

Baby Play Time

10:30am–11:30am
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Drop In, Family Fun
Event Details:

Enjoy a morning of play and socializing at the North Asheville Library on Wednesdays from 10:30-11:30am! Intended for babies in the 0-18 months range with their caregivers. A selection of toys will be provided.

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 "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group
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 "Family (children of all ages)" group

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 Library
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: Language, 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.

This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group

Preschool Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool (ages 3-5)
Library Branch: Weaverville Library
Room: Weaverville Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Fun, 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.

This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group

Baby Sing & Play

11:00am–12:00pm
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Literacy, Other
Event Details:

Join Ms. Jen to sing songs, play with toys, be around other babies, and more fun stuff. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

West Asheville Library Book Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: West Asheville Library
Room: West Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

This month the book club will be discussing Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez.

Books are available in regular and large print and at the circulation desk.

This event is in the "Adult" group
Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Digital Literacy/Technology
Event Details:

Tech Connect allows you to sit with a librarian who will work with you to solve a technology problem. From email to e-readers, smartphones to laptops, we are here for you!

This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group

Baby Story Time

3:30pm–4:30pm
Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Library Branch: Weaverville Library
Room: Weaverville Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)
Program Type: Family Fun, Literacy, 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.

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

Teen D&D with Raj

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teen (ages 12-18)
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Event Details:

Calling all adventurous teens! Join us for Dungeons & Dragons at Pack Memorial Library!

All players aged 13-17 are eligible.

This program is free, but you do need to register.

Disclaimer(s)

This event requires registration

This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Music, Nature/Environment, Story Telling
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating Earth Day! This event will feature a performance by local seed-saver and song-keeper William Ritter.

This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group

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.

This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group
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 "Family (children of all ages)" group

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.

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

Story Time: I Am The Boss of My Body

10:30am–11:00am
Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5)
Library Branch: North Asheville Library
Room: North Asheville Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5)
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Educational, Family Fun, Informational, Literacy, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Colleen Burnett from the Mountain Child Advocacy Center for a story time introduction to boundaries, especially for littles and their 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.

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.

This event is in the "Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)" group

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.

This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group

Baby Story Time

10:30am–11:15am
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. 

This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group

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.