
World Affairs Book Club
Engage in close-read discussions of nonfiction on climate change, global conflicts, and cultural studies, parsing policy implications and historical context with fellow readers in the Transylvania County Library meeting room.
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Deep-dive discussions of nonfiction on international politics, climate science, and global history, with moderated, community-oriented conversations that prioritize policy analysis and civic learning. Ideal for readers interested in rigorous, topical world-affairs debate.

Deep-dive discussions of nonfiction on international politics, climate science, and global history, with moderated, community-oriented conversations that prioritize policy analysis and civic learning. Ideal for readers interested in rigorous, topical world-affairs debate.
Deep-dive discussions of nonfiction on international politics, climate science, and global history, with moderated, community-oriented conversations that prioritize policy analysis and civic learning. Ideal for readers interested in rigorous, topical world-affairs debate.

Community led afternoon book discussion where readers gather for an hour of guided conversation, recommendations, and community connection; drop in attendees and new members welcome.

Community led afternoon book discussion where readers gather for an hour of guided conversation, recommendations, and community connection; drop in attendees and new members welcome.
Community led afternoon book discussion where readers gather for an hour of guided conversation, recommendations, and community connection; drop in attendees and new members welcome.

A rolling library stop offering free lending of fiction, nonfiction, and children’s materials at Cedar Mountain Community Center, serving rural Transylvania County with community outreach and homebound deliveries available by request.

A rolling library stop offering free lending of fiction, nonfiction, and children’s materials at Cedar Mountain Community Center, serving rural Transylvania County with community outreach and homebound deliveries available by request.
A rolling library stop offering free lending of fiction, nonfiction, and children’s materials at Cedar Mountain Community Center, serving rural Transylvania County with community outreach and homebound deliveries available by request.

Mobile library offers free book lending and library services at neighborhood stops, serving Transylvania County with rural outreach routes, childcare and senior center visits, and homebound delivery available by request.

Mobile library offers free book lending and library services at neighborhood stops, serving Transylvania County with rural outreach routes, childcare and senior center visits, and homebound delivery available by request.
Mobile library offers free book lending and library services at neighborhood stops, serving Transylvania County with rural outreach routes, childcare and senior center visits, and homebound delivery available by request.

Mobile library brings free book checkout and literacy outreach across Transylvania County, stopping at childcare and senior centers, community hubs and post offices, with homebound delivery available on request.

Mobile library brings free book checkout and literacy outreach across Transylvania County, stopping at childcare and senior centers, community hubs and post offices, with homebound delivery available on request.
Mobile library brings free book checkout and literacy outreach across Transylvania County, stopping at childcare and senior centers, community hubs and post offices, with homebound delivery available on request.
Gentle literary conversation exploring themes from Wilma Dykeman’s The French Broad, blending regional river history, environmental reflection, and personal storytelling in an intimate afternoon gathering at the Albemarle Inn.
Gentle literary conversation exploring themes from Wilma Dykeman’s The French Broad, blending regional river history, environmental reflection, and personal storytelling in an intimate afternoon gathering at the Albemarle Inn.
Gentle literary conversation exploring themes from Wilma Dykeman’s The French Broad, blending regional river history, environmental reflection, and personal storytelling in an intimate afternoon gathering at the Albemarle Inn.

Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.

Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.
Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.

Lively monthly book discussions held the second Wednesday at 10:30AM, covering rotating fiction and nonfiction selections; newcomers welcome for casual conversation and community minded literary exchange.

Lively monthly book discussions held the second Wednesday at 10:30AM, covering rotating fiction and nonfiction selections; newcomers welcome for casual conversation and community minded literary exchange.
Lively monthly book discussions held the second Wednesday at 10:30AM, covering rotating fiction and nonfiction selections; newcomers welcome for casual conversation and community minded literary exchange.

Browse a rolling public library at neighborhood stops with free checkout, staff assistance, outreach for children, seniors, and homebound patrons, and rotating titles serving rural Transylvania County communities.

Browse a rolling public library at neighborhood stops with free checkout, staff assistance, outreach for children, seniors, and homebound patrons, and rotating titles serving rural Transylvania County communities.
Browse a rolling public library at neighborhood stops with free checkout, staff assistance, outreach for children, seniors, and homebound patrons, and rotating titles serving rural Transylvania County communities.

Monthly conversational book discussions centered on African Diaspora literature, histories, and futures, led by Alexandria Ravenel in YMI Cultural Center’s art gallery or Noir Collective AVL, fostering community-centered dialogue.

Monthly conversational book discussions centered on African Diaspora literature, histories, and futures, led by Alexandria Ravenel in YMI Cultural Center’s art gallery or Noir Collective AVL, fostering community-centered dialogue.
Monthly conversational book discussions centered on African Diaspora literature, histories, and futures, led by Alexandria Ravenel in YMI Cultural Center’s art gallery or Noir Collective AVL, fostering community-centered dialogue.

Low lit back room reading under a disco ball where introverts sip beer and quietly read favorite fantasy and sci-fi titles, with brief casual chit chat before a communal silent reading session.

Low lit back room reading under a disco ball where introverts sip beer and quietly read favorite fantasy and sci-fi titles, with brief casual chit chat before a communal silent reading session.
Low lit back room reading under a disco ball where introverts sip beer and quietly read favorite fantasy and sci-fi titles, with brief casual chit chat before a communal silent reading session.

Casual coffee conversations among atheists and secular humanists Sunday mornings (10 AM–noon), with book-club meetings twice a month at Standard Pizza and monthly Wednesday meetups at local breweries.

Casual coffee conversations among atheists and secular humanists Sunday mornings (10 AM–noon), with book-club meetings twice a month at Standard Pizza and monthly Wednesday meetups at local breweries.
Casual coffee conversations among atheists and secular humanists Sunday mornings (10 AM–noon), with book-club meetings twice a month at Standard Pizza and monthly Wednesday meetups at local breweries.

Mobile public library Bookmobile stop offering browse and borrow service, free checkouts, and homebound delivery requests; serving rural Transylvania County routes from Penrose to Sapphire with scheduled community, childcare, and senior center stops.

Mobile public library Bookmobile stop offering browse and borrow service, free checkouts, and homebound delivery requests; serving rural Transylvania County routes from Penrose to Sapphire with scheduled community, childcare, and senior center stops.
Mobile public library Bookmobile stop offering browse and borrow service, free checkouts, and homebound delivery requests; serving rural Transylvania County routes from Penrose to Sapphire with scheduled community, childcare, and senior center stops.

Rolling public library stop offering free browsing and hold pickup at Sherwood Forest Barn; the bookmobile serves Transylvania County with rural outreach, homebound delivery by request, and children’s and senior selections.

Rolling public library stop offering free browsing and hold pickup at Sherwood Forest Barn; the bookmobile serves Transylvania County with rural outreach, homebound delivery by request, and children’s and senior selections.
Rolling public library stop offering free browsing and hold pickup at Sherwood Forest Barn; the bookmobile serves Transylvania County with rural outreach, homebound delivery by request, and children’s and senior selections.

City Council Formal Meeting at Asheville City Hall featuring municipal discussions and accessible meeting materials in a shared folder. Community members and stakeholders in local governance and education are welcome.

City Council Formal Meeting at Asheville City Hall featuring municipal discussions and accessible meeting materials in a shared folder. Community members and stakeholders in local governance and education are welcome.
City Council Formal Meeting at Asheville City Hall featuring municipal discussions and accessible meeting materials in a shared folder. Community members and stakeholders in local governance and education are welcome.

Hands on LEGO building for K through 5 students, with plenty of provided bricks for creative STEM play and skill showcasing; an after school social session where young builders collaborate, compete, and make new friends.

Hands on LEGO building for K through 5 students, with plenty of provided bricks for creative STEM play and skill showcasing; an after school social session where young builders collaborate, compete, and make new friends.
Hands on LEGO building for K through 5 students, with plenty of provided bricks for creative STEM play and skill showcasing; an after school social session where young builders collaborate, compete, and make new friends.
Facilitated civic dialogue exploring equitable, sustainable community visions and practical next steps for local action. Free ticket reserves your spot for a participatory conversation hosted by Meaningful Conversations Asheville.
Facilitated civic dialogue exploring equitable, sustainable community visions and practical next steps for local action. Free ticket reserves your spot for a participatory conversation hosted by Meaningful Conversations Asheville.
Facilitated civic dialogue exploring equitable, sustainable community visions and practical next steps for local action. Free ticket reserves your spot for a participatory conversation hosted by Meaningful Conversations Asheville.

Practical winter bike commuting workshop covering bike safety, route selection, bicycle infrastructure, and lock strategies; includes urban cycling tips and a free balaclava to help beginners and seasoned commuters ride confidently.

Practical winter bike commuting workshop covering bike safety, route selection, bicycle infrastructure, and lock strategies; includes urban cycling tips and a free balaclava to help beginners and seasoned commuters ride confidently.
Practical winter bike commuting workshop covering bike safety, route selection, bicycle infrastructure, and lock strategies; includes urban cycling tips and a free balaclava to help beginners and seasoned commuters ride confidently.

Cozy pub discussion of speculative maritime mystery and thematic worldbuilding, with casual conversation over beers welcoming both readers and curious drop-ins; the group will tackle Walter Miller's A Canticle for Leibowitz next month.

Cozy pub discussion of speculative maritime mystery and thematic worldbuilding, with casual conversation over beers welcoming both readers and curious drop-ins; the group will tackle Walter Miller's A Canticle for Leibowitz next month.
Cozy pub discussion of speculative maritime mystery and thematic worldbuilding, with casual conversation over beers welcoming both readers and curious drop-ins; the group will tackle Walter Miller's A Canticle for Leibowitz next month.

Interactive half hour story time with age-appropriate read-alouds and playful early literacy activities for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years at Oakley South Asheville Library.

Interactive half hour story time with age-appropriate read-alouds and playful early literacy activities for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years at Oakley South Asheville Library.
Interactive half hour story time with age-appropriate read-alouds and playful early literacy activities for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years at Oakley South Asheville Library.