Library Tour
Explore behind the scenes stacks, staff workflows, and hidden collections on a one hour, staff led walkthrough that shares practical tips for borrowing, research, and library services for newcomers and longtime patrons.
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Behind the scenes staff guided one hour tour revealing hidden collections and practical tips for using library services; ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons curious about library offerings.
Behind the scenes staff guided one hour tour revealing hidden collections and practical tips for using library services; ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons curious about library offerings.
Behind the scenes staff guided one hour tour revealing hidden collections and practical tips for using library services; ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons curious about library offerings.
Bright interactive story time blending short board book readings, nursery songs, fingerplays, and movement for toddlers ages 18 months to three years; ideal for early literacy, social play, and caregiver bonding.
Bright interactive story time blending short board book readings, nursery songs, fingerplays, and movement for toddlers ages 18 months to three years; ideal for early literacy, social play, and caregiver bonding.
Bright interactive story time blending short board book readings, nursery songs, fingerplays, and movement for toddlers ages 18 months to three years; ideal for early literacy, social play, and caregiver bonding.
Interactive lap-sit story time for babies ages 4 to 18 months focusing on language enrichment through songs, rhymes, and board books. Caregivers remain engaged throughout; drop-offs are not permitted.
Interactive lap-sit story time for babies ages 4 to 18 months focusing on language enrichment through songs, rhymes, and board books. Caregivers remain engaged throughout; drop-offs are not permitted.
Interactive lap-sit story time for babies ages 4 to 18 months focusing on language enrichment through songs, rhymes, and board books. Caregivers remain engaged throughout; drop-offs are not permitted.
Interactive, small group creative writing workshop limited to 20 participants and open to all skill levels, with guided class exercises, prompts, and peer feedback for developing short fiction and essays.
Interactive, small group creative writing workshop limited to 20 participants and open to all skill levels, with guided class exercises, prompts, and peer feedback for developing short fiction and essays.
Interactive, small group creative writing workshop limited to 20 participants and open to all skill levels, with guided class exercises, prompts, and peer feedback for developing short fiction and essays.
Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
Peer led 90 minute one mile walk through local neighborhoods exploring lived experiences of poverty, highlighting systemic barriers, local resource navigation, and personal narratives to inform advocacy.
Relaxed afternoon social for older adults, featuring light games, conversation circles, and gentle activities designed to build friendships, reduce isolation, and strengthen neighborhood ties through inclusive, unstructured mingling.
Relaxed afternoon social for older adults, featuring light games, conversation circles, and gentle activities designed to build friendships, reduce isolation, and strengthen neighborhood ties through inclusive, unstructured mingling.
Relaxed afternoon social for older adults, featuring light games, conversation circles, and gentle activities designed to build friendships, reduce isolation, and strengthen neighborhood ties through inclusive, unstructured mingling.
Beginner friendly introduction to Buddhist foundations, tracing Buddhism’s origins and core teachings on suffering, freedom, and compassion. Expect short teachings, guided meditation, and open discussion on weaving mindfulness into a busy modern life.
Beginner friendly introduction to Buddhist foundations, tracing Buddhism’s origins and core teachings on suffering, freedom, and compassion. Expect short teachings, guided meditation, and open discussion on weaving mindfulness into a busy modern life.
Beginner friendly introduction to Buddhist foundations, tracing Buddhism’s origins and core teachings on suffering, freedom, and compassion. Expect short teachings, guided meditation, and open discussion on weaving mindfulness into a busy modern life.
Docent led in gallery walkthrough offering close looking and curator insights into the museum's current show, with contextual art history commentary, thematic highlights, and Q&A for visitors seeking deeper understanding.
Docent led in gallery walkthrough offering close looking and curator insights into the museum's current show, with contextual art history commentary, thematic highlights, and Q&A for visitors seeking deeper understanding.
Docent led in gallery walkthrough offering close looking and curator insights into the museum's current show, with contextual art history commentary, thematic highlights, and Q&A for visitors seeking deeper understanding.
Slow, guided meditation leads into timed freewriting and optional sharing to cultivate authentic expression and emotional healing. Suitable for beginners and experienced writers seeking reflective journaling in a quiet, contemplative studio setting.
Slow, guided meditation leads into timed freewriting and optional sharing to cultivate authentic expression and emotional healing. Suitable for beginners and experienced writers seeking reflective journaling in a quiet, contemplative studio setting.
Slow, guided meditation leads into timed freewriting and optional sharing to cultivate authentic expression and emotional healing. Suitable for beginners and experienced writers seeking reflective journaling in a quiet, contemplative studio setting.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, highlighting key sites and stories from the city’s past. Starts at a Patton Avenue coffee bar for an easy meet-up before heading out on foot.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, highlighting key sites and stories from the city’s past. Starts at a Patton Avenue coffee bar for an easy meet-up before heading out on foot.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, highlighting key sites and stories from the city’s past. Starts at a Patton Avenue coffee bar for an easy meet-up before heading out on foot.
Cozy, low-key story time in a cat lounge where families with children under 8 relax and listen to cat-centric picture books as resident panthers lounge nearby, encouraging gentle interaction and calm animal exposure.
Cozy, low-key story time in a cat lounge where families with children under 8 relax and listen to cat-centric picture books as resident panthers lounge nearby, encouraging gentle interaction and calm animal exposure.
Cozy, low-key story time in a cat lounge where families with children under 8 relax and listen to cat-centric picture books as resident panthers lounge nearby, encouraging gentle interaction and calm animal exposure.
Grown-up, slightly surreal show-and-tell salon with open mic energy where local storytellers and curious listeners share personal essays, short performances, and odd relics in an intimate conversational afternoon.
Grown-up, slightly surreal show-and-tell salon with open mic energy where local storytellers and curious listeners share personal essays, short performances, and odd relics in an intimate conversational afternoon.
Grown-up, slightly surreal show-and-tell salon with open mic energy where local storytellers and curious listeners share personal essays, short performances, and odd relics in an intimate conversational afternoon.
Continuous stream of consciousness free writing guides participants through a meditative, healing inquiry, bypassing self-doubt and critique in a quiet studio circle focused on reflective journaling, gentle prompts, and optional sharing.
Continuous stream of consciousness free writing guides participants through a meditative, healing inquiry, bypassing self-doubt and critique in a quiet studio circle focused on reflective journaling, gentle prompts, and optional sharing.
Continuous stream of consciousness free writing guides participants through a meditative, healing inquiry, bypassing self-doubt and critique in a quiet studio circle focused on reflective journaling, gentle prompts, and optional sharing.
Quick, interactive online training teaching simple, practical strategies for formal and informal community leaders to support people after a crisis. Focus on role-based techniques and compassionate, trauma informed responses.
Quick, interactive online training teaching simple, practical strategies for formal and informal community leaders to support people after a crisis. Focus on role-based techniques and compassionate, trauma informed responses.
Quick, interactive online training teaching simple, practical strategies for formal and informal community leaders to support people after a crisis. Focus on role-based techniques and compassionate, trauma informed responses.
Stroll Asheville’s historic Block from Triangle Park as a BIPOC-led bookstore guides place-based writing prompts, storefront-inspired micro exercises, and communal pause points for observation, drafting, and sharing among writers.
Stroll Asheville’s historic Block from Triangle Park as a BIPOC-led bookstore guides place-based writing prompts, storefront-inspired micro exercises, and communal pause points for observation, drafting, and sharing among writers.
Stroll Asheville’s historic Block from Triangle Park as a BIPOC-led bookstore guides place-based writing prompts, storefront-inspired micro exercises, and communal pause points for observation, drafting, and sharing among writers.
Interactive museum tours led by volunteer educators and staff guide visitors through curated highlights of the Asheville Art Museum's collection and rotating exhibitions, with different object focused routes each time; no reservations required.
Interactive museum tours led by volunteer educators and staff guide visitors through curated highlights of the Asheville Art Museum's collection and rotating exhibitions, with different object focused routes each time; no reservations required.
Interactive museum tours led by volunteer educators and staff guide visitors through curated highlights of the Asheville Art Museum's collection and rotating exhibitions, with different object focused routes each time; no reservations required.
Guided creative writing sessions using reflective prompts, group sharing, and journaling exercises to support healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude in a gentle community circle.
Guided creative writing sessions using reflective prompts, group sharing, and journaling exercises to support healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude in a gentle community circle.
Guided creative writing sessions using reflective prompts, group sharing, and journaling exercises to support healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude in a gentle community circle.
Hands on tarot basics taught in a cozy cat lounge, covering a brief history and practical one and three card pulls for daily guidance; resident panthers add playful witchy ambiance during the hour long workshop.
Hands on tarot basics taught in a cozy cat lounge, covering a brief history and practical one and three card pulls for daily guidance; resident panthers add playful witchy ambiance during the hour long workshop.
Hands on tarot basics taught in a cozy cat lounge, covering a brief history and practical one and three card pulls for daily guidance; resident panthers add playful witchy ambiance during the hour long workshop.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Hands-on stargazing with telescopes for clear views of planets, the Moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and occasional meteors, paired with informal astronomy talks and family friendly fun facts.
Hands-on stargazing with telescopes for clear views of planets, the Moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and occasional meteors, paired with informal astronomy talks and family friendly fun facts.
Hands-on stargazing with telescopes for clear views of planets, the Moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and occasional meteors, paired with informal astronomy talks and family friendly fun facts.