
Read to Puptart, the library robot dog!
One on one reading practice with Puptart, a tail wagging robot dog that pants while listening and responds to gentle talk and petting. Held in the children’s picture book room to build early literacy and reading confidence.
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Picture-book readalouds blended with singalong songs, rhymes, and simple hands-on activities geared to ages 3–5. A cozy weekday afternoon library program that builds early literacy and listening skills.

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Picture-book readalouds blended with singalong songs, rhymes, and simple hands-on activities geared to ages 3–5. A cozy weekday afternoon library program that builds early literacy and listening skills.

Bilingual story time with picture books, singalong songs, and playful rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. A relaxed morning library gathering designed for children of all ages and their caregivers.

Bilingual story time with picture books, singalong songs, and playful rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. A relaxed morning library gathering designed for children of all ages and their caregivers.
Bilingual story time with picture books, singalong songs, and playful rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. A relaxed morning library gathering designed for children of all ages and their caregivers.

Lively baby storytime with simple books, songs, rhymes, and gentle bounce activities geared to ages 0–18 months. A short language-enrichment session in the public library designed for early literacy and caregiver bonding.

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Interactive language enrichment story time for infants ages 4 to 18 months, featuring songs, rhymes, and caregiver guided activities to build early literacy at Oakley/South Asheville Library; drop offs are not permitted.

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Interactive language enrichment story time for infants ages 4 to 18 months, featuring songs, rhymes, and caregiver guided activities to build early literacy at Oakley/South Asheville Library; drop offs are not permitted.

Lively language enrichment story time for infants ages 4 to 18 months that centers on interactive caregiver and child participation; caregivers must attend and engage throughout the program, as drop-offs are not permitted.

Lively language enrichment story time for infants ages 4 to 18 months that centers on interactive caregiver and child participation; caregivers must attend and engage throughout the program, as drop-offs are not permitted.
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Interactive storytime with songs, movement, and a themed craft promoting early and emergent literacy for babies through preschoolers; caregivers participate in guided rhymes, fingerplays, and hands on art to build language skills.

Interactive storytime with songs, movement, and a themed craft promoting early and emergent literacy for babies through preschoolers; caregivers participate in guided rhymes, fingerplays, and hands on art to build language skills.
Interactive storytime with songs, movement, and a themed craft promoting early and emergent literacy for babies through preschoolers; caregivers participate in guided rhymes, fingerplays, and hands on art to build language skills.

Interactive read aloud story time with songs and simple movement activities geared to toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. A short, morning library program designed to build early literacy and attention skills in a welcoming kids space.

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Lively, language-enrichment storytime built for babies 4–18 months, with engaging read aloud moments that support early literacy and caregiver bonding. Held in a community library setting with an infant friendly pace and sensory attention.

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Lively read aloud stories with songs and simple interactive moments tailored to toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. A short weekday morning library program that supports early literacy and caregiver child bonding.

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Hands-on LEGO free-build time with plenty of bricks provided, encouraging creativity, engineering thinking, and friendly show and tell. A school-age meetup where kids (grades K–5) build side by side and make new friends.

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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.
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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).
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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.

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A discussion-led book talk with Andrew Dietz centered on the themes of Ever U, with time for reader questions and group reflection. Hosted at Pack Memorial Library as a community learning and conversation event.

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A relaxed yarn circle for knitters and crocheters to work on in progress projects, swap tips, and socialize in the Skyland Library community room. Not a structured class; beginners are welcome to chat and observe.

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Hands-on Python workshop exploring the OpenAI API to build custom QA and chatbot tools, with networking at 5:30; suitable for beginners and experienced developers at Skyland/South Buncombe Library.

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Hands-on, instructor-led workshop where families create pet themed home decor like painted wood signs and stenciled designs. A relaxed studio setting makes it easy for beginners to craft a take home project together.

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