
EcoEXPLORE: Astonishing Arachnids!
Hands-on natural science program exploring Western North Carolina arachnids beyond spiders, with clear explanations of traits like legs, webs, and habitat. Expect kid-friendly learning and ecoEXPLORE tips in a community library setting.
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Hands-on monarch butterfly learning and nature activities unfold across the arboretum grounds, spotlighting migration, native plants, and pollinator habitat. An afternoon of family-friendly discovery with community science and garden exploration.

Hands-on monarch butterfly learning and nature activities unfold across the arboretum grounds, spotlighting migration, native plants, and pollinator habitat. An afternoon of family-friendly discovery with community science and garden exploration.
Hands-on monarch butterfly learning and nature activities unfold across the arboretum grounds, spotlighting migration, native plants, and pollinator habitat. An afternoon of family-friendly discovery with community science and garden exploration.

Naturalist-led deep dive into the reptiles of the Southern Appalachian region, spotlighting local snakes, turtles, and lizards and how they thrive in Western North Carolina habitats. Great for curious nature lovers looking to learn identification and ecology in an arboretum setting.

Naturalist-led deep dive into the reptiles of the Southern Appalachian region, spotlighting local snakes, turtles, and lizards and how they thrive in Western North Carolina habitats. Great for curious nature lovers looking to learn identification and ecology in an arboretum setting.
Naturalist-led deep dive into the reptiles of the Southern Appalachian region, spotlighting local snakes, turtles, and lizards and how they thrive in Western North Carolina habitats. Great for curious nature lovers looking to learn identification and ecology in an arboretum setting.

An outdoors community walk focused on foraging and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect a beginner friendly, small group stroll with hands on learning about seasonal foods and safe harvesting basics.

An outdoors community walk focused on foraging and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect a beginner friendly, small group stroll with hands on learning about seasonal foods and safe harvesting basics.
An outdoors community walk focused on foraging and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect a beginner friendly, small group stroll with hands on learning about seasonal foods and safe harvesting basics.

Hands-on natural history program with two live animal ambassadors from the Swannanoa Valley and storytelling that links plants, wildlife, and people. Explores how human land use shaped local species and how conservation is guiding the Southern Appalachians’ future.

Hands-on natural history program with two live animal ambassadors from the Swannanoa Valley and storytelling that links plants, wildlife, and people. Explores how human land use shaped local species and how conservation is guiding the Southern Appalachians’ future.
Hands-on natural history program with two live animal ambassadors from the Swannanoa Valley and storytelling that links plants, wildlife, and people. Explores how human land use shaped local species and how conservation is guiding the Southern Appalachians’ future.
Hands-on eco-printing workshop using fresh leaves and flowers to transfer natural pigments and textures directly onto paper. Expect earthy, surprise patterns and practical tips on plant selection, arrangement, and pressing techniques.
Hands-on eco-printing workshop using fresh leaves and flowers to transfer natural pigments and textures directly onto paper. Expect earthy, surprise patterns and practical tips on plant selection, arrangement, and pressing techniques.
Hands-on eco-printing workshop using fresh leaves and flowers to transfer natural pigments and textures directly onto paper. Expect earthy, surprise patterns and practical tips on plant selection, arrangement, and pressing techniques.

Bilingual story time blends picture books, read aloud tales, and sing along songs with playful rhymes in both English and Spanish. A relaxed library morning geared to kids of all ages and their caregivers.

Bilingual story time blends picture books, read aloud tales, and sing along songs with playful rhymes in both English and Spanish. A relaxed library morning geared to kids of all ages and their caregivers.
Bilingual story time blends picture books, read aloud tales, and sing along songs with playful rhymes in both English and Spanish. A relaxed library morning geared to kids of all ages and their caregivers.
Hands-on eco printing workshop using fresh leaves and flowers to transfer natural pigments and textures directly onto paper, creating one-of-a-kind botanical impressions. Expect practical guidance, experimentation, and take-home prints with organic patterns.
Hands-on eco printing workshop using fresh leaves and flowers to transfer natural pigments and textures directly onto paper, creating one-of-a-kind botanical impressions. Expect practical guidance, experimentation, and take-home prints with organic patterns.
Hands-on eco printing workshop using fresh leaves and flowers to transfer natural pigments and textures directly onto paper, creating one-of-a-kind botanical impressions. Expect practical guidance, experimentation, and take-home prints with organic patterns.

Hands-on mycology walk through garden trails focused on identifying common Southern Appalachian mushroom groups and their key field marks. Expect seasonal fungi spotting, safety-minded ID tips, and naturalist-style discussion in an outdoor setting.

Hands-on mycology walk through garden trails focused on identifying common Southern Appalachian mushroom groups and their key field marks. Expect seasonal fungi spotting, safety-minded ID tips, and naturalist-style discussion in an outdoor setting.
Hands-on mycology walk through garden trails focused on identifying common Southern Appalachian mushroom groups and their key field marks. Expect seasonal fungi spotting, safety-minded ID tips, and naturalist-style discussion in an outdoor setting.

Drop-in community craft time with snacks where kids, teens, and adults make DIY journals and decorate notebooks for back-to-school. All materials are provided in a relaxed library setting designed for easy, intergenerational creativity.

Drop-in community craft time with snacks where kids, teens, and adults make DIY journals and decorate notebooks for back-to-school. All materials are provided in a relaxed library setting designed for easy, intergenerational creativity.
Drop-in community craft time with snacks where kids, teens, and adults make DIY journals and decorate notebooks for back-to-school. All materials are provided in a relaxed library setting designed for easy, intergenerational creativity.

Interactive read-aloud story time with simple songs and movement designed for ages 18 months to 3 years. A caregiver-friendly morning program at the North Asheville Library that builds early literacy and listening skills.

Interactive read-aloud story time with simple songs and movement designed for ages 18 months to 3 years. A caregiver-friendly morning program at the North Asheville Library that builds early literacy and listening skills.
Interactive read-aloud story time with simple songs and movement designed for ages 18 months to 3 years. A caregiver-friendly morning program at the North Asheville Library that builds early literacy and listening skills.

Practical anxiety support talk with coping skills for managing nervous energy, geared to both people experiencing anxiety and caregivers. Covers traditional and alternative symptom management approaches in a welcoming, preregistration-required library setting.

Practical anxiety support talk with coping skills for managing nervous energy, geared to both people experiencing anxiety and caregivers. Covers traditional and alternative symptom management approaches in a welcoming, preregistration-required library setting.
Practical anxiety support talk with coping skills for managing nervous energy, geared to both people experiencing anxiety and caregivers. Covers traditional and alternative symptom management approaches in a welcoming, preregistration-required library setting.
Hands-on composting workshop covering the science and practice behind multiple DIY techniques, from kitchen scraps to backyard piles. Learn practical steps for building, maintaining, and troubleshooting compost systems for home gardens.
Hands-on composting workshop covering the science and practice behind multiple DIY techniques, from kitchen scraps to backyard piles. Learn practical steps for building, maintaining, and troubleshooting compost systems for home gardens.
Hands-on composting workshop covering the science and practice behind multiple DIY techniques, from kitchen scraps to backyard piles. Learn practical steps for building, maintaining, and troubleshooting compost systems for home gardens.

Autumn-themed storytime with seasonal tales and kid-friendly learning in the grounds of a historic homestead. A relaxed early-afternoon outing geared toward young children and caregivers in Weaverville.

Autumn-themed storytime with seasonal tales and kid-friendly learning in the grounds of a historic homestead. A relaxed early-afternoon outing geared toward young children and caregivers in Weaverville.
Autumn-themed storytime with seasonal tales and kid-friendly learning in the grounds of a historic homestead. A relaxed early-afternoon outing geared toward young children and caregivers in Weaverville.

Hands-on mushroom identification class with specimen study indoors, then a guided walk through the Botanical Garden to spot common Southern Appalachian fungi. Covers safety, edible and medicinal uses, regional species ID, and bring-your-own finds for discussion.

Hands-on mushroom identification class with specimen study indoors, then a guided walk through the Botanical Garden to spot common Southern Appalachian fungi. Covers safety, edible and medicinal uses, regional species ID, and bring-your-own finds for discussion.
Hands-on mushroom identification class with specimen study indoors, then a guided walk through the Botanical Garden to spot common Southern Appalachian fungi. Covers safety, edible and medicinal uses, regional species ID, and bring-your-own finds for discussion.

A family friendly movie screening in the Oakley South Asheville Library, complete with free popcorn. Low key evening entertainment designed for kids and caregivers to watch together in a community space.

A family friendly movie screening in the Oakley South Asheville Library, complete with free popcorn. Low key evening entertainment designed for kids and caregivers to watch together in a community space.
A family friendly movie screening in the Oakley South Asheville Library, complete with free popcorn. Low key evening entertainment designed for kids and caregivers to watch together in a community space.

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.

Interactive read alouds and playful activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years, building early literacy through songs, simple stories, and movement. A relaxed weekday morning program in a neighborhood library setting.

Interactive read alouds and playful activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years, building early literacy through songs, simple stories, and movement. A relaxed weekday morning program in a neighborhood library setting.
Interactive read alouds and playful activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years, building early literacy through songs, simple stories, and movement. A relaxed weekday morning program in a neighborhood library setting.
Hands-on sewing and mending help for torn clothes, missing buttons, and simple fabric fixes in a public library setting. A community repair cafe vibe centered on practical skills, waste reduction, and neighbor-to-neighbor know-how.
Hands-on sewing and mending help for torn clothes, missing buttons, and simple fabric fixes in a public library setting. A community repair cafe vibe centered on practical skills, waste reduction, and neighbor-to-neighbor know-how.
Hands-on sewing and mending help for torn clothes, missing buttons, and simple fabric fixes in a public library setting. A community repair cafe vibe centered on practical skills, waste reduction, and neighbor-to-neighbor know-how.

Tables of gently used books to browse and buy at the local branch, with plenty of picks for kids and adults. A casual, community-minded library fundraiser ideal for building a home reading stack on a budget.

Tables of gently used books to browse and buy at the local branch, with plenty of picks for kids and adults. A casual, community-minded library fundraiser ideal for building a home reading stack on a budget.
Tables of gently used books to browse and buy at the local branch, with plenty of picks for kids and adults. A casual, community-minded library fundraiser ideal for building a home reading stack on a budget.

Laid back model builder meetup for static scale models where hobbyists bring finished builds or works in progress and swap practical tips and techniques. Welcoming for beginners through advanced makers, designed for ages 12+ due to fragile models.

Laid back model builder meetup for static scale models where hobbyists bring finished builds or works in progress and swap practical tips and techniques. Welcoming for beginners through advanced makers, designed for ages 12+ due to fragile models.
Laid back model builder meetup for static scale models where hobbyists bring finished builds or works in progress and swap practical tips and techniques. Welcoming for beginners through advanced makers, designed for ages 12+ due to fragile models.