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Drop-In Job Help with NC Works

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm

North Asheville Library

Program Type:

Drop In, Jobs/Careers

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Adult

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Library Branch: North 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:

B&W Head and shoulders photo of 4 people, with text "My Story" and other info included in the text of this calendar entry.

My Story: Celebrating Four Memoirs from the Mountains of WNC: Fourth in series: Talk by Tanya Davis, featuring her memoir Threads: A Tapestry of Life in the Black Community of Shiloh and Beyond

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

West Asheville Meeting Room at West Asheville Library

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Author Event, Literary, Online Program

Age Group:

Adult

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Library Branch: West Asheville Library

Room: West Asheville Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Author Event, Literary, Online Program

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My Story: Three great Memoirs by WNC Authors: Lecture Series at West Asheville Library sponsored by the Wilma Dykeman Foundation. Everyone has a story. Many of us attempt to put our story in writing. Some of us get published.

Paper Play, Crafting for Adults: Holiday Cards

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Fairview Meeting Room at Fairview Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

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Library Branch: Fairview Library

Room: Fairview Meeting Room

Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon creating handmade cards and gift tags for our winter season and holidays. Gather ideas from a display of handmade cards or take off with your own inspiration.

Asheville Dulcimer Orchestra: Winter Concert

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Enka-Candler Meeting Room at Enka-Candler Library

Program Type:

Music

Age Group:

Adult

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Library Branch: Enka-Candler Library

Room: Enka-Candler Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Music

Event Details:

Join us for a winter concert at the library! For centuries, the Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer has been a major contributor to the development of traditional music of the Southern Appalachians.

YMCA Mobile Market - Different Date and Time for December

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Leicester Library - Outside at Leicester Library

Program Type:

Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational

Age Group:

Adult, Family (children of all ages)

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Library Branch: Leicester Library

Room: Leicester Library - Outside

Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)

Program Type: Community Collaboration, Health & Wellness, Informational

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December's YMCA Mobile Market will be on the THIRD Wednesday of the month and from 11 am -12 pm.

Asheville Junior Theater

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room at South Buncombe/Skyland Library

Program Type:

Community Collaboration

Age Group:

School Age - (grades K-5)

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Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland Library

Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room

Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5)

Program Type: Community Collaboration

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🎭 Acting Class for Kids! 🎭
Every 3rd Wednesday at the Library

Drop-In Job Help with NC Works

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Leicester Library at Leicester Library

Program Type:

Drop In, Jobs/Careers

Age Group:

Adult

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Library Branch: Leicester Library

Room: Leicester 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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All Day	This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group Special Collections open by appointment only All Day 12/6–12/13 Family (children of all ages) This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library Room: Special Collections Reading Room Age Group: Family (children of all ages) Program Type: Local History/Genealogy Event Details: BCSC will be open by appointment only from Saturday, December 6 through Saturday, December 13.
10 am			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 Puppet Playtime 10:00am–11:30am Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.), Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), Family (children of all ages) 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 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: Drop In, Family Fun Event Details: Every Wednesday morning, we open up the children's programming room to give kids and families time for free play with our stash of puppets. Children must be under the supervision of a parent or guardian. 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) 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 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 "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) 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 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 "Family (children of all ages)" group Family Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Family (children of all ages) This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group 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.	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 This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group 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) 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 This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group 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. This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group Family Story Time 10:30am–11:30am Family (children of all ages) This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group Library Branch: East Asheville Library Room: East Asheville Library - Children’s Programming Room Age Group: 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! Get ready to dance and sing as well as listen to stories with an accompanying craft happening the second half of Story Time! All ages are welcome. 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 "Family (children of all ages)" group Nutcracker with Ballet Conservatory of Asheville 10:30am–11:30am Family (children of all ages) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group Open Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium Age Group: Family (children of all ages) Program Type: Performance Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a spectacular seasonal ballet performance. Ballerinas from the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville will bring the Nutcracker to life, performing portions of the ballet as it’s read aloud. Disclaimer(s) Participants consuming food and beverage do so at their own risk.
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3 pm					This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group Winter Workshop: Gifts & Goodies 3:30pm–5:30pm Family (children of all ages) 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: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Spread holiday cheer with hands-on gift making--perfect for all ages! Make edible reindeer bait, candy cane sugar scrub, and numerous holiday ornaments. Materials provided. Disclaimer(s) Participants consuming food and beverage do so at their own risk. 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group 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 with Tucker! 4:00pm–5:00pm Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Family (children of all ages) This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group 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 Library Branch: North Asheville Library Room: North Asheville Meeting Room Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), 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: Reading to a dog can help young readers build skills, confidence, and enjoyment in reading! We recommend that participants register in advance for a 15-minute session, and parent/legal guardian must sign a waiver. 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 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 "Adult" group This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group Community Craft: Wood Slice Ornament Decoration 4:00pm–5:00pm Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages) 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 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 "Adult" group This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group 4:00pm–5:00pm Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), 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: 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), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop In, Family Fun Event Details: Stop by the Community Room on Thursday, December 11th from 4-5pm to decorate a wood slice ornament to keep! Art supplies including paint, glitter, and markers will be provided. Open to all ages. No registration is necessary.
5 pm
6 pm		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 "Adult" group This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group Asheville Community Theatre Preview of Disney's Frozen Jr. 6:00pm–7:00pm School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages) Closed Registration Required 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 "Adult" group This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group Closed Library Branch: Pack Memorial Library Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium Age Group: School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages) Program Type: Performance Registration Required Event Details: Enjoy this special sneak preview of Asheville Community Theatre's "Frozen Jr.". This will be an opportunity to hear from the actors and director, and to hear some of the songs from the musical. Register in advance to guarantee a seat.

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