Storytimes near ENKA BRANCH LIBRARY

1404 Sand Hill Road , Candler, NC, 28715, US

Join us for Chair Yoga at the library led by instructor Jasmine from the Ferguson Family YMCA. Chair yoga is a form of traditional hatha yoga that uses a chair as a prop. Yoga increases flexibility, improves strength, and calms the mind and body. The practice of chair yoga serves a diverse range of populations: - People who are new to yoga - Office workers - Folks with limited mobility - Those that are healing after illness or surgery We will meet on Thursdays from 9:15-10:00 AM in the Enka-Candler Community Room. All are welcome!

749 Fairview Road, Asheville, NC, 28803, US

Join us for a lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 months to 18 months.

1561 Alexander Road, Leicester, NC, 28748, US

All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. We meet every Tuesday & Thursday from 10am – 12noonish, weather permitting

1561 Alexander Road, Leicester, NC, 28748, US

Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years old.

3 Avon Road, Asheville, NC, 28805, US

[Two colorful cartoon dialogue bubbles reading "Join us once a month for a chat in spanish." One is in english, the other in spanish.] Únete a nosotros una vez al mes para charlar. Destinado a hispanohablantes de nivel intermedio para practicar. ¡Sin presión, pura diversión! Join us once a month for a chat in Spanish. Intended for intermediate level Spanish-speakers to practice our skills. No pressure, all fun! East Asheville Library 2nd Thursdays, 10:30am

105 N Dougherty St, Black Mountain, NC, 28711, US

A lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 18 months.

1 Taylor Road, Fairview, NC, 28730, US

Join us as we share books, songs, rhymes, and activities designed for children ages 3 to 5 years.

101 W. Charleston Ave, Swannanoa, NC, 28778, US

Come join us for a roaring good time with Professor Whizzpop's gigantic new show all about dinosaurs, reading books, prehistoric creatures, and fossilized fun: The Monster Magic Show! During the show we'll assemble a dino from fossils, dodge monsters, hatch a baby dino, and even let a T-Rex have a magical meal! There will be laughs, giggles, amazing magic, and lots and lots of mega-monsters! This program will be inside and seating is on a first come, first served basis; kids will be given first priority for seating. Also, please be aware that this show gets loud. If your child has a sensitivity to sound, please consider bringing headphones for them or borrowing a pair at our front desk.

57 Sugar Hollow Rd, Fairview, NC, 28730, US

Join Miss Jennifer for stories, songs, and activities in the barn at Hickory Nut Gap Farm! Ideal for ages 3-6.

942 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC, 28806, US

A lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 18 months. Older siblings are always welcome. Stay afterward to socialize with other parents and let your baby play with our baby sensory toys.

260 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC, 28803, US

Join us for free-form LEGO building on the second and fourth Thursday afternoons of each month, at 3:30pm! All ages 5 and up are welcome, but anyone under 10 years old will need to be accompanied by a caregiver. LEGO is provided. Please leave your personal bricks at home.

1561 Alexander Road, Leicester, NC, 28748, US

Join us for creative writing online! We meet on Zoom for several rounds of writing prompts. The group is simple - we just write and read our writing to each other. This is a supportive and fun environment that gets your creative juices flowing with low stakes and lots of fun. Writers with all levels of experience are invited to join. Email anna.booraem@buncombecounty.org for the link to the online meeting.

3 Avon Road, Asheville, NC, 28805, US

Join us for an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum to learn all about the many different insects that call Western North Carolina their home (and some that don't)! Ever wondered how flies' eyes work? Or if insects have ears? At this program we'll answer these and all of our biggest bug questions, learn about the many different types, and go outside to see what insects we can find! We'll also meet a special bug friend! Come ready to hear about the ecoEXPLORE program, find out what makes a bug a bug, what different types eat, where they live, plus much more! For any child attending that is under 8 years old, an adult must be present with them during the program.

1404 Sand Hill Road , Candler, NC, 28715, US

Join us on the second Thursday of each month to build your own creation at Play-Doh Club!

1 Taylor Road, Fairview, NC, 28730, US

Fun with fiber! Join others who share your interest and enthusiasm the second Thursday evening of each month at the Fairview Library. This is a monthly gathering of those who enjoy knitting, crocheting, or other fiber crafts, and hanging out with new friends! This is not an instructional group, but newcomers are most welcome. Come ready to meet fun people!

41 N. Main Street, Weaverville, NC, 28787, US

Space for this program is limited. Registration is required. Please register online through our events calendar or call 828-250-6482 with questions. Calling adventurous tweens/teens! Join us for Dungeons & Dragons at the Weaverville Library! This program is open to tweens and teens ages 12 - 18. All skill levels are welcome.

105 N Dougherty St, Black Mountain, NC, 28711, US

Book Club meets on the second Thursday of every month. Upcoming titles:

1 Taylor Road, Fairview, NC, 28730, US

The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets monthly with both an in-person and online option. This is the online discussion date and time. Please email jen.waite@buncombenc.gov to receive a meeting link. The July selection features a short story. Brokeback Mountain by Annie Proulx is a poignant story about two ranch hands, whose deep emotional and romantic connection begins while working together one summer in rural Wyoming. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome!

1 Taylor Road, Fairview, NC, 28730, US

Join us as we share books, songs, rhymes, and activities designed for children ages 18 months-3 years old.

1404 Sand Hill Road , Candler, NC, 28715, US

Songs, rhymes, bounces, bubbles, big foam blocks, cute puppets, and sensory toys, oh my! Join the party and play! Perfect for 0-18 months. Please feel free to drop in anytime during the program.

942 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC, 28806, US

Musical play for young children. Sing songs, shake shakers and tap rhythm sticks. Best for ages 2-7 but siblings are welcome.

1030 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC, 28804, US

Enjoy books, songs, and movement activities with Sadie from 10:30-11am. Appropriate for 18 months to 3 years old. Kids and caregivers can stay to play and socialize afterward until 11:30am!

1 Taylor Road, Fairview, NC, 28730, US

The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets monthly with both an in-person and online option. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome! The July selection features a short story. Brokeback Mountain by Annie Proulx is a poignant story about two ranch hands, whose deep emotional and romantic connection begins while working together one summer in rural Wyoming. The story discussion will begin at 11am and last for 30-45 minutes. The discussion will be followed by a screening of the 2005 feature film drama directed by Ang Lee. The film will begin at 11:45am and the length is 2 hours & 14 minutes. Please feel free to BYO bag lunch. The library will provide popcorn and canned seltzers.

41 N. Main Street, Weaverville, NC, 28787, US

Join us every Friday between 3-4:30 pm for a casual gathering of expectant and new parents/caregivers of babies 0-18 months. This is a space for you to connect and share experiences of pregnancy and parenthood. There will be vinyl mats, instruments, and small toys available for babies to play. Please note that while older siblings are welcome to attend, this event is primarily designed to be a safe space for parents and babies from 0-18 months. Parents/caregivers will be responsible for ensuring that all children are behaving safely (walking feet, appropriate use of toys, and mindfulness that the play space is specifically designed for babies). No registration is required. Drop ins are welcome. We are thrilled to open our space to you once a week to connect and learn from each other!

1 Taylor Road, Fairview, NC, 28730, US

Learn about artists, their work, and dabble in a variety of mediums. Participants will leave each session with work of their own creation.

260 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC, 28803, US

Drop into the Skyland/South Buncombe Library's Community Room and create your own masterpiece with discarded books and various craft supplies! Enjoy a sustainable craft that gives former library books a new life! All supplies will be provided!

3 Avon Road, Asheville, NC, 28805, US

Join us for stories and fun every Saturday morning, and make some new friends along the way! Our theme is constantly changing and is a fun surprise each week. Get ready to bounce, dance, sing-along, and listen to stories as we go on a learning journey every Saturday morning. Stay after for the accompanying craft the second half of the Story Time hour! All ages are welcome!

1404 Sand Hill Road , Candler, NC, 28715, US

Join us for a Reading MENtors featuring former Youth Services Librarian and amazing puppeteer, Peter Athos! Peter will perform an original puppet show for the crowd featuring puppets he has created himself. Following that, we will have puppet-making crafts and activities. Reading MENtors is a reading initiative that encourages men from our community to celebrate that reading is for everyone. We’re inviting men with different professions from all over Buncombe County to share the joy of reading with young patrons at Enka-Candler Library. If you'd like to volunteer to be a MENtor or know someone who would be great at it, let us know! A librarian is always with the MENtor during the program.

942 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC, 28806, US

Books, rhymes, songs and activities designed for the whole family. Stay afterward to socialize and play with the large building blocks and other toys. Baby sensory toys are also available.

1030 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC, 28804, US

An interactive story time for the whole family featuring books, rhymes, and songs in Spanish and English. These early literacy programs for kids and their caregivers are designed to develop a joy for learning through books, songs, and activities.