
Bear Wise!
Practical safety talk on coexisting with western North Carolina black bears, led by NC Wildlife Resources Commission representatives. Learn bear aware habits, home and trash precautions, and what to do during neighborhood bear encounters.
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A casual wildlife chat on balancing backyard bird feeding with bear safety and behavior. Learn practical habitat and food management tips for reducing conflict while still attracting native birds neighborhoods.
A casual wildlife chat on balancing backyard bird feeding with bear safety and behavior. Learn practical habitat and food management tips for reducing conflict while still attracting native birds neighborhoods.
A casual wildlife chat on balancing backyard bird feeding with bear safety and behavior. Learn practical habitat and food management tips for reducing conflict while still attracting native birds neighborhoods.

Bug-focused nature learning dives into Western North Carolina insects with curious questions like how flies see and whether insects have ears. Expect interactive discussion and science-based exploration in a community library setting.

Bug-focused nature learning dives into Western North Carolina insects with curious questions like how flies see and whether insects have ears. Expect interactive discussion and science-based exploration in a community library setting.
Bug-focused nature learning dives into Western North Carolina insects with curious questions like how flies see and whether insects have ears. Expect interactive discussion and science-based exploration in a community library setting.

Curiosity-driven insect science program exploring Western North Carolina species, with kid-friendly answers to big bug questions like how flies’ eyes work and whether insects can hear. A relaxed library talk geared for families and nature lovers.

Curiosity-driven insect science program exploring Western North Carolina species, with kid-friendly answers to big bug questions like how flies’ eyes work and whether insects can hear. A relaxed library talk geared for families and nature lovers.
Curiosity-driven insect science program exploring Western North Carolina species, with kid-friendly answers to big bug questions like how flies’ eyes work and whether insects can hear. A relaxed library talk geared for families and nature lovers.

Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.

Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.
Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.

Interactive wildlife program compares human skills to local animals like owls and otters, with a live animal ambassador and fun challenge-style learning. All ages gather at the library for hands-on nature facts and animal feats.

Interactive wildlife program compares human skills to local animals like owls and otters, with a live animal ambassador and fun challenge-style learning. All ages gather at the library for hands-on nature facts and animal feats.
Interactive wildlife program compares human skills to local animals like owls and otters, with a live animal ambassador and fun challenge-style learning. All ages gather at the library for hands-on nature facts and animal feats.

Professional development workshop for educators centered on black bear ecology and North Carolina wildlife. Expect hands on learning activities, field based discussion, and classroom ready resources for teaching conservation and coexistence.

Professional development workshop for educators centered on black bear ecology and North Carolina wildlife. Expect hands on learning activities, field based discussion, and classroom ready resources for teaching conservation and coexistence.
Professional development workshop for educators centered on black bear ecology and North Carolina wildlife. Expect hands on learning activities, field based discussion, and classroom ready resources for teaching conservation and coexistence.
Hands-on repair clinic focused on mending clothing and tackling common household fixes with shared tools and community know-how. Bring broken items for practical guidance, troubleshooting, and waste-reducing reuse.
Hands-on repair clinic focused on mending clothing and tackling common household fixes with shared tools and community know-how. Bring broken items for practical guidance, troubleshooting, and waste-reducing reuse.
Hands-on repair clinic focused on mending clothing and tackling common household fixes with shared tools and community know-how. Bring broken items for practical guidance, troubleshooting, and waste-reducing reuse.
Hands-on habitat certification talk that breaks down a pollinator garden into a few key essentials: nectar plants, a reliable water source, and a no spray plan. Practical guidance for turning home landscapes into bee friendly certified habitat.
Hands-on habitat certification talk that breaks down a pollinator garden into a few key essentials: nectar plants, a reliable water source, and a no spray plan. Practical guidance for turning home landscapes into bee friendly certified habitat.
Hands-on habitat certification talk that breaks down a pollinator garden into a few key essentials: nectar plants, a reliable water source, and a no spray plan. Practical guidance for turning home landscapes into bee friendly certified habitat.

Countywide creek and watershed activities centered on hands on stewardship, cleanup efforts, and learning about local waterways. A community focused outdoor initiative across Buncombe County that highlights environmental education and neighborhood connection.

Countywide creek and watershed activities centered on hands on stewardship, cleanup efforts, and learning about local waterways. A community focused outdoor initiative across Buncombe County that highlights environmental education and neighborhood connection.
Countywide creek and watershed activities centered on hands on stewardship, cleanup efforts, and learning about local waterways. A community focused outdoor initiative across Buncombe County that highlights environmental education and neighborhood connection.
Practical seed-saving instruction focused on preserving favorite plant varieties and strengthening local biodiversity. Expect a hands-on, community-minded gardening skills session with take-home know-how for future growing seasons.
Practical seed-saving instruction focused on preserving favorite plant varieties and strengthening local biodiversity. Expect a hands-on, community-minded gardening skills session with take-home know-how for future growing seasons.
Practical seed-saving instruction focused on preserving favorite plant varieties and strengthening local biodiversity. Expect a hands-on, community-minded gardening skills session with take-home know-how for future growing seasons.
Practical gardening class on cultivating culinary herbs in beds and containers, with guidance on harvesting, processing, and kitchen uses. Taught by the N.C. Cooperative Extension with a focus on common, easy to grow herb varieties.
Practical gardening class on cultivating culinary herbs in beds and containers, with guidance on harvesting, processing, and kitchen uses. Taught by the N.C. Cooperative Extension with a focus on common, easy to grow herb varieties.
Practical gardening class on cultivating culinary herbs in beds and containers, with guidance on harvesting, processing, and kitchen uses. Taught by the N.C. Cooperative Extension with a focus on common, easy to grow herb varieties.

Civil War history talk on the logistics of “Feeding Lee’s Army,” led by Michael Hardy in a library meeting-room setting. A free, open-to-the-public roundtable program geared toward discussion and local history enthusiasts.

Civil War history talk on the logistics of “Feeding Lee’s Army,” led by Michael Hardy in a library meeting-room setting. A free, open-to-the-public roundtable program geared toward discussion and local history enthusiasts.
Civil War history talk on the logistics of “Feeding Lee’s Army,” led by Michael Hardy in a library meeting-room setting. A free, open-to-the-public roundtable program geared toward discussion and local history enthusiasts.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff, revealing hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources at Transylvania County Library. Ideal for newcomers and longtime readers looking for insider tips.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff, revealing hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources at Transylvania County Library. Ideal for newcomers and longtime readers looking for insider tips.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff, revealing hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources at Transylvania County Library. Ideal for newcomers and longtime readers looking for insider tips.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and practical tips for using local resources. Welcoming for newcomers and longtime patrons curious about how the library works.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and practical tips for using local resources. Welcoming for newcomers and longtime patrons curious about how the library works.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and practical tips for using local resources. Welcoming for newcomers and longtime patrons curious about how the library works.

Naturalist-led walk through the North Carolina Arboretum blends casual hiking with field identification as you observe dragonflies and damselflies alongside plants, animals, and signs of wildlife. Discussion stays flexible, driven by what’s active on the trails and participant questions.

Naturalist-led walk through the North Carolina Arboretum blends casual hiking with field identification as you observe dragonflies and damselflies alongside plants, animals, and signs of wildlife. Discussion stays flexible, driven by what’s active on the trails and participant questions.
Naturalist-led walk through the North Carolina Arboretum blends casual hiking with field identification as you observe dragonflies and damselflies alongside plants, animals, and signs of wildlife. Discussion stays flexible, driven by what’s active on the trails and participant questions.

A casual quilting bee where you can stitch on your own project or pitch in on a shared community quilt with other makers. Bring your sewing machine and a bag lunch for a relaxed, drop-in afternoon at the library.

A casual quilting bee where you can stitch on your own project or pitch in on a shared community quilt with other makers. Bring your sewing machine and a bag lunch for a relaxed, drop-in afternoon at the library.
A casual quilting bee where you can stitch on your own project or pitch in on a shared community quilt with other makers. Bring your sewing machine and a bag lunch for a relaxed, drop-in afternoon at the library.

An action-packed dinosaur discovery show led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops, packed with surprising dino facts and playful audience interaction. A kid-friendly library program that blends science learning with theatrical adventure for young dino fans.

An action-packed dinosaur discovery show led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops, packed with surprising dino facts and playful audience interaction. A kid-friendly library program that blends science learning with theatrical adventure for young dino fans.
An action-packed dinosaur discovery show led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops, packed with surprising dino facts and playful audience interaction. A kid-friendly library program that blends science learning with theatrical adventure for young dino fans.

Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.

Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.
Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.

Laid back meet-up for static scale model builders to bring finished builds or works in progress and swap practical tips and tricks. Ages 12+ welcome, with a supportive show and tell vibe for all skill levels.

Laid back meet-up for static scale model builders to bring finished builds or works in progress and swap practical tips and tricks. Ages 12+ welcome, with a supportive show and tell vibe for all skill levels.
Laid back meet-up for static scale model builders to bring finished builds or works in progress and swap practical tips and tricks. Ages 12+ welcome, with a supportive show and tell vibe for all skill levels.

Drop off a beloved plush pal for a playful overnight at the Oakley Library, with bedtime stories and after-hours games for stuffed friends. A 10-year anniversary edition that adds a sweet community tradition to summer break routines.

Drop off a beloved plush pal for a playful overnight at the Oakley Library, with bedtime stories and after-hours games for stuffed friends. A 10-year anniversary edition that adds a sweet community tradition to summer break routines.
Drop off a beloved plush pal for a playful overnight at the Oakley Library, with bedtime stories and after-hours games for stuffed friends. A 10-year anniversary edition that adds a sweet community tradition to summer break routines.