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Stitch N Listen

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
West Asheville Library at West Asheville Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Library Branch: West Asheville Library
Room: West Asheville Library
Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This is a low-key community crafting circle, where we listen to an audio short story while we work on our individual crafting projects. All quiet crafts are welcome!

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

Technology Troubleshoot Drop-In

Wednesday, March 11, 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. 

Tech Connect

Tech Connect: One-on-One Tech Help with a Librarian

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
North Asheville Meeting Room at North Asheville Library

Program Type:

Digital Literacy/Technology

Age Group:

Adult
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!

Frozen Sing-Along Movie at Skyland/South Buncombe Library

Family Sing-Along Movie Night

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room at South Buncombe/Skyland Library

Program Type:

Family Fun, Film Screening

Age Group:

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: Family Fun, Film Screening
Event Details:

Families are welcome to come to the Skyland/South Buncombe Library for a sing-along version of "Frozen." Popcorn and water will be provided! Snacks and seats are on a first-come, first-served basis! Costumes encouraged, but not required!

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Drop-In Job Help with NC Works

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Pack Memorial Library at Pack Memorial Library

Program Type:

Drop In, Jobs/Careers

Age Group:

Adult
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial 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:

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Button Making!

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Asheville Meeting Room at North Asheville Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Drop In, Family Fun

Age Group:

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: Arts & Crafts, Drop In, Family Fun
Event Details:

Use the library's 2.25" button maker to make cool pinback buttons! You can bring your own images from home, draw a design at the event, or cut out pictures from used books (provided). Each attendee can make up to three buttons to take home.

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Artist's Way Check-In: A Virtual Accountability Group

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Pack Memorial Library - Virtual Event at Pack Memorial Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Book Club

Age Group:

Adult
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library - Virtual Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Since its publication The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron has been used by all types of artists to reconnect with their creativity and become inspired and productive.

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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. 

Friends of Leicester Library meeting

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Informational
Event Details:

The Friends of the Leicester Library will meet 5:30 pm in the Community Room at the library.  Join us for updates on library programs and garden events. All are welcome. 

Sowing Circle Presents: Vegetable Garden Workshop with Leonora Stefanile, Manager, Dr. John Wilson Community Garden

10:30am–11:30am
Adult
Library Branch: Black Mountain Library
Room: Black Mountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Educational, Nature/Environment
Event Details:

Eager for spring gardening, but wondering where to start? This program will cover how to grow a home-scale vegetable garden in the Southern Appalachians.

Saturday Garden Workshop: Planning Your Garden

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Giving Garden
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Classes, Community Collaboration, Educational, Informational, Nature/Environment
Event Details:

Gardening in the mountains presents its unique set of challenges with our rocky clay soil and high humidity. Learn how to prepare soil for a garden, what tends to grow well in our region, and when to plant. Weather permitting!

Author Visit: Brandon Reese

2:00pm–3:00pm
Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: East Asheville Library
Room: East Asheville Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Author Event, Community Collaboration, Family Fun, Literacy, Literary, Story Telling
Event Details:


Brandon Reese presents Fantastic Frog and the Amazing Tad Lad at East Asheville Library

Best of East Coast Screening with 48 Hour Film Project

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library
Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Film Screening
Event Details:

A curated screening celebrating standout short films from across the East Coast.

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

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.

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. 

Over 70 - A Discussion Group for Curious Agers

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational
Event Details:

Are you over 70? Are you interested in meeting peers to share what you are reading and discovering?

How are you enriching your "senior" years, your "third or fourth chapter", your "Elderhood"?

Little Gym @ Skyland/South Buncombe Library

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, Community Collaboration, Physical Activity, Story Time
Event Details:

The Little Gym will provide a storytime, craft, and movement activities for all ages at the Skyland/South Buncombe Library! Come be part of the fun! 

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.

Hominy Creek Comfort Makers

10:30am–1:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Enka-Candler Library
Room: Enka-Candler Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Collaboration
Event Details:

If you can sew on a machine, hand sew, crochet or knit, stuff a pillow or iron come join our makers group! Sewers, knitters, and menders are welcome to join us.

Community Clothing Swap

All Day
Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Library Branch: Black Mountain Library
Room: Black Mountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Community Service/Service Project
Event Details:

Come "shop" for FREE CLOTHES for the whole family. BRING WHAT YOU CAN; TAKE WHAT YOU NEED! 

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

Community Houseplant Swap

All Day 3/25–3/28
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 Library
Room: Leicester Library
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: Community Collaboration, Educational, Nature/Environment
Event Details:

Do you have extra houseplants or cuttings from a plant you'd like to give to a good home? Are you looking for a new plant to take care of? Come share the love of plants at the Leicester Library Community Houseplant swap.

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. 

YMCA Mobile Market

1:00pm–2:00pm
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 1-2 pm. Bring your grocery bags and get fresh food for your family.  All are welcome, regardless of income or family size.

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

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. 

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

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.

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. 

911 Safety story time

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: Community Collaboration, Story Time
Event Details:

Helpers in our Community: Join us for a special story time, where kids will meet and learn about the helpers behind the phone, in the community and learn when it's time to call 911. Grades K-5.

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.

Friends of Leicester Library meeting

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Leicester Library
Room: Leicester Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Collaboration, Community Service/Service Project, Informational
Event Details:

The Friends of the Leicester Library will meet 5:30 pm in the Community Room at the library.  Join us for updates on library programs and garden events. All are welcome.