Read to Puptart, the library robot dog!
Tail-wagging robot dog Puptart listens and pants while children read aloud in the library's picture book room, providing fur-free, low-anxiety reading practice to build early literacy skills; sign up at the front desk.
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Lively early literacy hour for babies 0–18 months and caregivers with singalong songs, fingerplays, rhymes, bounces, and board books. Held in the children’s picture book room/community room for language enrichment and learning joy.
Lively early literacy hour for babies 0–18 months and caregivers with singalong songs, fingerplays, rhymes, bounces, and board books. Held in the children’s picture book room/community room for language enrichment and learning joy.
Lively early literacy hour for babies 0–18 months and caregivers with singalong songs, fingerplays, rhymes, bounces, and board books. Held in the children’s picture book room/community room for language enrichment and learning joy.
Bilingual story time with picture books, stories, songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. Designed for children of all ages with a family friendly, read aloud sing along vibe at the library.
Bilingual story time with picture books, stories, songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. Designed for children of all ages with a family friendly, read aloud sing along vibe at the library.
Bilingual story time with picture books, stories, songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. Designed for children of all ages with a family friendly, read aloud sing along vibe at the library.
Lively language-enrichment story time for babies ages 4–18 months with songs, books, and early-literacy play. Caregivers stay and participate alongside their child in a welcoming neighborhood library setting.
Lively language-enrichment story time for babies ages 4–18 months with songs, books, and early-literacy play. Caregivers stay and participate alongside their child in a welcoming neighborhood library setting.
Lively language-enrichment story time for babies ages 4–18 months with songs, books, and early-literacy play. Caregivers stay and participate alongside their child in a welcoming neighborhood library setting.
Rhythmic lap songs, short board-book readings, and interactive nursery rhymes engage caregivers and babies 4 to 18 months in guided language-enrichment activities; adults must stay with children—no drop-offs permitted.
Rhythmic lap songs, short board-book readings, and interactive nursery rhymes engage caregivers and babies 4 to 18 months in guided language-enrichment activities; adults must stay with children—no drop-offs permitted.
Rhythmic lap songs, short board-book readings, and interactive nursery rhymes engage caregivers and babies 4 to 18 months in guided language-enrichment activities; adults must stay with children—no drop-offs permitted.
Storytime for babies through preschoolers mixes picture books, songs, and movement to support early and emergent literacy. After the read-aloud, kids and caregivers shift into a themed, hands-on craft activity in a friendly library setting.
Storytime for babies through preschoolers mixes picture books, songs, and movement to support early and emergent literacy. After the read-aloud, kids and caregivers shift into a themed, hands-on craft activity in a friendly library setting.
Storytime for babies through preschoolers mixes picture books, songs, and movement to support early and emergent literacy. After the read-aloud, kids and caregivers shift into a themed, hands-on craft activity in a friendly library setting.
Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, simple songs, and movement moments geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A short, playful weekday morning program that builds early literacy and social skills.
Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, simple songs, and movement moments geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A short, playful weekday morning program that builds early literacy and social skills.
Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, simple songs, and movement moments geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A short, playful weekday morning program that builds early literacy and social skills.
Lively language-enrichment story time tailored to babies ages 4–18 months, blending early literacy with songs and simple interactive prompts. A calm, caregiver-friendly morning program in a public library setting.
Lively language-enrichment story time tailored to babies ages 4–18 months, blending early literacy with songs and simple interactive prompts. A calm, caregiver-friendly morning program in a public library setting.
Lively language-enrichment story time tailored to babies ages 4–18 months, blending early literacy with songs and simple interactive prompts. A calm, caregiver-friendly morning program in a public library setting.
Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Hands-on positive reinforcement puppy training focused on socialization, bite inhibition, house training, and basic manners for puppies aged 8 to 16 weeks; class capped at 12 participants.
Hands-on positive reinforcement puppy training focused on socialization, bite inhibition, house training, and basic manners for puppies aged 8 to 16 weeks; class capped at 12 participants.
Hands-on positive reinforcement puppy training focused on socialization, bite inhibition, house training, and basic manners for puppies aged 8 to 16 weeks; class capped at 12 participants.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources more effectively. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons who want insider tips and discovery.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources more effectively. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons who want insider tips and discovery.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources more effectively. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons who want insider tips and discovery.
Needles click and hooks loop yarn into works in progress during a relaxed knit and crochet hangout. Drop into the library community room for friendly conversation, project time, and all skill levels welcome.
Needles click and hooks loop yarn into works in progress during a relaxed knit and crochet hangout. Drop into the library community room for friendly conversation, project time, and all skill levels welcome.
Needles click and hooks loop yarn into works in progress during a relaxed knit and crochet hangout. Drop into the library community room for friendly conversation, project time, and all skill levels welcome.
Low-key weekday evening kids movie nights screening family friendly childrens films in a casual pizza and brew taproom, with free admission and relaxed seating every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 6pm.
Low-key weekday evening kids movie nights screening family friendly childrens films in a casual pizza and brew taproom, with free admission and relaxed seating every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 6pm.
Low-key weekday evening kids movie nights screening family friendly childrens films in a casual pizza and brew taproom, with free admission and relaxed seating every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 6pm.
Guided Dungeons & Dragons session for ages 13–17 at Pack Memorial Library, with a facilitator-led campaign and collaborative storytelling. Free with registration via email, geared toward teen adventurers and new or returning players.
Guided Dungeons & Dragons session for ages 13–17 at Pack Memorial Library, with a facilitator-led campaign and collaborative storytelling. Free with registration via email, geared toward teen adventurers and new or returning players.
Guided Dungeons & Dragons session for ages 13–17 at Pack Memorial Library, with a facilitator-led campaign and collaborative storytelling. Free with registration via email, geared toward teen adventurers and new or returning players.
A pop-up mobile market in the library parking lot hands out free fresh produce plus healthy recipe ideas with no paperwork or income requirements. Browse a community engagement table with cooking demonstrations and connect to local services while you’re there.
A pop-up mobile market in the library parking lot hands out free fresh produce plus healthy recipe ideas with no paperwork or income requirements. Browse a community engagement table with cooking demonstrations and connect to local services while you’re there.
A pop-up mobile market in the library parking lot hands out free fresh produce plus healthy recipe ideas with no paperwork or income requirements. Browse a community engagement table with cooking demonstrations and connect to local services while you’re there.
Guided mindfulness practice focused on present moment attention without judgment, with techniques to deepen awareness of body sensations, thoughts, and emotions. Comfortable, low pressure evening session; bring a yoga mat or towel (limited mats available).
Guided mindfulness practice focused on present moment attention without judgment, with techniques to deepen awareness of body sensations, thoughts, and emotions. Comfortable, low pressure evening session; bring a yoga mat or towel (limited mats available).
Guided mindfulness practice focused on present moment attention without judgment, with techniques to deepen awareness of body sensations, thoughts, and emotions. Comfortable, low pressure evening session; bring a yoga mat or towel (limited mats available).
Imaginative movement and story based play for preschoolers combining songs, prop driven storytelling, and playful dance games to develop gross motor skills, social imagination, and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Imaginative movement and story based play for preschoolers combining songs, prop driven storytelling, and playful dance games to develop gross motor skills, social imagination, and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Imaginative movement and story based play for preschoolers combining songs, prop driven storytelling, and playful dance games to develop gross motor skills, social imagination, and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
A live author talk and audience Q and A with John Boyle, known as “The Answer Man,” centered on curious local questions and Asheville stories. Expect a conversational library setting with community dialogue and practical insights.
A live author talk and audience Q and A with John Boyle, known as “The Answer Man,” centered on curious local questions and Asheville stories. Expect a conversational library setting with community dialogue and practical insights.
A live author talk and audience Q and A with John Boyle, known as “The Answer Man,” centered on curious local questions and Asheville stories. Expect a conversational library setting with community dialogue and practical insights.
A browseable spring book sale packed with used books and hidden-gem finds inside the Black Mountain Library. Community-minded shopping supports the Friends of the Library and keeps local library programs thriving.
A browseable spring book sale packed with used books and hidden-gem finds inside the Black Mountain Library. Community-minded shopping supports the Friends of the Library and keeps local library programs thriving.
A browseable spring book sale packed with used books and hidden-gem finds inside the Black Mountain Library. Community-minded shopping supports the Friends of the Library and keeps local library programs thriving.
Hands-on Earth Day activities led by Mountain Trail Outdoor School instructors, including guided nature walks and meet and greets with Newfie therapy dogs for a family friendly outdoor celebration at dusk.
Hands-on Earth Day activities led by Mountain Trail Outdoor School instructors, including guided nature walks and meet and greets with Newfie therapy dogs for a family friendly outdoor celebration at dusk.
Hands-on Earth Day activities led by Mountain Trail Outdoor School instructors, including guided nature walks and meet and greets with Newfie therapy dogs for a family friendly outdoor celebration at dusk.
Gentle guided nature walk for young naturalists at the WNC Nature Center, exploring habitats, spotting native wildlife, and taking part in hands on animal themed activities designed for preschool and early elementary kids.
Gentle guided nature walk for young naturalists at the WNC Nature Center, exploring habitats, spotting native wildlife, and taking part in hands on animal themed activities designed for preschool and early elementary kids.
Gentle guided nature walk for young naturalists at the WNC Nature Center, exploring habitats, spotting native wildlife, and taking part in hands on animal themed activities designed for preschool and early elementary kids.