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Mondays are for supporting students at the Mountain Island Library! Students in grades K-5 are invited to drop into the Library for 1:1 educational support. Students will work with volunteers to build confidence and complete assignments in 30-minute sessions. Reading Buddies focuses on the joy and..
Join us at the Mountain Island Branch Library for crafting while exploring new cultures from around the globe. Participants will create wonderful and unique crafts from or inspire by other countries. All materials will be provided for this community art class. The location for the program will be...
Drop in and play with other babies. Crawl through tunnels, play in ball pits, and enjoy other sensory toys. Caregivers must stay in the room. Ages 4-18 months.
Our monthly Witchy Washy and Whatnot Crafting group is a great way to meet other crafters and learn to make all sorts of fun projects, many of which include the use of washi tape! Space and supplies are limited, and registration is required. Registration opens one month prior to the event.
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. Celebrate Earth Day with Rookie Science! Kids will learn about recycling and reusing materials while creating a fun art project from everyday items. Ages 5-11. Registration required.
Children will enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that promote a love for books and reading with family and friends. Recommended for children ages 6 and under and their caregivers.
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.
Whether you're new to the area or simply looking to connect with others who share your interests, join us at Hickory Grove Library to exchange inspiration, ideas, and stories with fellow craft enthusiasts. Feel free to bring your project to work on—whether it’s knitting, drawing, sewing, painting,..
Join us for a hands-on program where children can paint their own canvas tote bags to use at the library! It is a great way for them to get creative, personalize something special, and build excitement about borrowing books! Program recommended for children ages 3-11. Supplies are limited....
Join Us at the Pineville Library for a Fun & Relaxing Preschool Yoga Storytime! Designed for children ages 3–5, this playful program combines engaging stories with simple yoga poses and breathing exercises — all to support your child’s mental and physical well-being. Kids will stretch, move, and...
Chess sets and instruction are provided through a partnership with Chess in Schools. If you have any questions about this program, including accommodations, please contact Jennifer at ftprograms@cc-pl.org. Please see all our program offerings in our online newsletter at cc-pl.org/connections.
A lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 18 months.
Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and literacy skills. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The...
Clemmons Cookbook Club members choose a recipe from a preselected book, make the recipe, and bring it in for tasting. Everyone is welcome, but you must bring a dish to share. April's theme is Southern cooking. Select a recipe at least two days before the meeting to make a recipe selection. Call...
Preschool Story Time with Mr. Keith Join us in curiosity and wonder as we share books, songs, and rhymes designed for children ages 3 to 5 years old.
P rofessional R eadiness & O pportunities for J obs, E ducation, C areers & T raining: for U ! These 1-on-1 sessions are informal and casual, so feel free to discuss anything you'd like to share about your goals for the future, whether that's getting started on your first resume or revising your...
Discover the history and folklore behind protective symbols from around the world! Learn how cultures have used charms and talismans to symbolize safety, hope, and luck. Then, design and craft your own protective charm to take home. All materials provided. Free and open to adults.
Join us for a fun and interactive story time designed for children 18 months to 3 years.
Whether you're new to the neighborhood or just looking to socialize with like-minded people, join us at SouthPark Regional Library to share inspiration, ideas, and stories with fellow craft enthusiasts. Bring your own project to work on - knitting, drawing, sewing, painting, crocheting, etc; any...
Big stories. Bold characters. Zero pressure. Join us twice a month for a high-energy read-aloud experience designed just for preteens! We’ll dive into exciting books together—laughing, predicting plot twists, debating characters’ choices, and bringing stories to life through discussion and...
This month the book club will be discussing Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez. Books are available in regular and large print and at the circulation desk.
Join Miss Priscilla weekly on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. for Preschool Storytime. Children will grow into successful readers through stories, songs and more. Recommended for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
Stay as Puppet Playtime transforms into Toddler Storytime each Wednesday! Move and dance, sing-along, play games, listen to stories, and make some new friends! Our theme is constantly changing and is a fun surprise each week. If you show up early, you get two library programs in one fun...
We want to be your school aged child's reading buddy! Sign up your school aged child for a 30 minute reading buddy session to share in the joy and power of reading. Library volunteers read aloud favorite books by asking questions, building vocabulary, and connecting to your child's world. This...
Do you love reading a good murder mystery? This book club will read a selection from the genre each month. We select our books a few months at a time, so watch this space for updates.
The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets in person on the second Friday of each month at 11AM at the library and online on the third Thursday of each month at 6PM. We read a variety of genres. The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets in person.
Read and sing with your baby while exposing them to new sights, sounds, and expressions during this fun and lively Storytime. Recommended for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers.
Join us at Whitney Young's YOUMedia for a fun afternoon full of creativity! Come by to make a keychain, bracelet, bookmark and more. All materials provided. For teens 13 to 19. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312)...
Join Colleen Burnett from the Mountain Child Advocacy Center for a story time introduction to boundaries, especially for littles and their caregivers.
Children will enjoy stories and activities that promote a love for books and reading with family and friends. Recommended for children ages 7 and under and their caregivers.
Join us for stories, songs, and garden activities. Recommended for children ages 6 and under. This Storytime is usually held outdoors but may be held indoors in the case of inclement weather.
Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm for the Shelf Indulgence book club! In April we will be discussing Love and Other Conspiracies by Mallory Marlowe. Looking for the book? Check out our monthly selections here and place a hold: Shelf Indulgence Book Club Information about this Group.
The Enka History Book Club reads historical fiction and non-fiction on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. The selection for April will be Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez. This book has been selected for our communitywide reading program, One Book One Buncombe. Libraries across the county will be..
This is an eclectic book club hosted by the Southside Branch Library. Expect dynamic conversations and excellent snacks. We have book choices that incorporate the tastes of the whole group. Review the book lineup and join the club's page for the full reading list, RSVPs and meeting updates here....
Get crafty at the Davidson branch! We'll have the materials you need to create your very own art pieces with clay. Learn how to craft with air dry clay and create something unique or your own useable work of art! Air dry clay can be painted once fully dry! This program is for ages 10-12 and...
A fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years.
Gather with other crafters at the Hickory Grove Library for a morning of creativity and idea sharing! Beginners are welcome! All paper, embellishments, and general paper-crafting tools are provided for crafters to make two cards. Reservations are recommended.
We supply the Legos; kids bring their imaginations! Participants will create their own Lego masterpiece to display in the library. Ages 4 and up. No registration necessary.
Anna leads an outreach storytime offsite at the Reuter Y on the second Tuesday of every month. These storytimes include picture books, songs, and fingerplays. They take place in the childcare area of the Reuter Y.
Would you like to learn how to paint flowers, birds, and other denizens of nature? Local artist Donna Calloway teaches acrylic painting classes on the 3rd Thursday and 3rd Saturday of each month from 2-4:30 p.m. Both classes feature the same painting. Registration is required and we ask that...
Join us to discuss this month's book: The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy The North Asheville Book Club meets in-person on the 3rd Tuesday of every month.
Children will enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that promote a love for books and reading with family and friends. Recommended for children ages 6 and under and their caregivers.
A relaxed, family‑friendly crafting space where creativity flows and messes are welcome. Stop by, settle in, and enjoy simple hands‑on projects perfect for all ages.
Join us for a creative teen crafternoon where we will work on a different crafty project. This week we will be making origami! Supplies will be provided- just bring your creativity!
The horrifyingly thrilled book club is a space to talk about horror, mysteries, and thrillers! Each month we pick a suspenseful book within these genres and discuss all the eerily shocking things about it. Come have fun and talk about all things spooky! April's title will be Hidden Pictures by...
Join us at the Buncombe County Sports Park by the pavilion to begin our walk. No registration is required, and there is no topic book, we will be discussing all our favorite books! *This group meets on the 2nd Tuesdays of the month from 9:30-10:30 AM!*
Join us on the second Monday of each month to discuss a selected work of nonfiction. This month we will chat about Dirtbag Billionaire: How Yvon Chouinard Built Patagonia, Made a Fortune, and Gave It All Away by David Gelles. New members welcome!
Join us in the Preteen Space for video games! This program is geared towards preteens ages 9-12.
Join us monthly for STEAM programs for ages 12-18. This month we'll construct projects with Brackitz erector sets. Registration is required.
Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, and rhymes. Cornelius Storytime Procedure: Space is limited. To attend, please sign-up at the circulation desk. We ask that you arrive 15 minutes prior to..