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Fall Harvest Festival
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Make East Jersey Old Town Village your fall destination! Join us for a free, family-friendly day filled with pumpkins, spice and everything nice in a historic setting! The Village will be open for extended hours so visitors can wander the grounds, interact with our living history interpreters, listen to live music by the Sawmill Run Old Time String Band and enjoy food from Beastro which will also have its Signature Drippings available for purchase. Activities include accessible wagon rides, p...
Make East Jersey Old Town Village your fall destination! Join us for a free, family-friendly day filled with pumpkins, spice and everything nice in a historic setting! The Village will be open for extended hours so visitors can wander the grounds, interact with our living history interpreters, listen to live music by the Sawmill Run Old Time String Band and enjoy food from Beastro which will also have its Signature Drippings available for purchase. Activities include accessible wagon rides, p...
Nightfall in the Stacks: An Adult Halloween Celebration
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Get into the Halloween spirit with an evening of frightful fun at the library! This festive adults-only Halloween party will feature spooky snacks, friendly competition, and mystical entertainment. Challenge your knowledge with Halloween and literary trivia, roll your way to victory with mini-pumpkin bowling, and discover what the cards may reveal during tarot card readings. Enjoy seasonal treats, mingle with fellow Halloween enthusiasts, and celebrate the spookiest season of the year in a fu...
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
LEAF Global Arts puts on a multi-day music and arts festival each fall at Lake Eden near Black Mountain, just outside Asheville. There is world music, dance, workshops, and storytelling by the lake. It draws a wide, all-ages crowd.
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
Pop, Trace, Unwind! A Low-Stress Watercolor and Doodle Workshop
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for a relaxing 90-minute sensory art session designed to quiet your mind and soothe your nervous system using soap bubbles and vibrant watercolor. All materials (paper, paint, soap, and archival pens) are provided for the workshop. This workshop is free but registration is required. What You'll Experience: - Brain & body relief: Learn how creative play lowers stress hormones and calms anxiety. - Hands-on creation: Master the bubble-wash technique to generate effortless visual textures...
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
The Romance Book Club meets the third Monday of each month at 5:30 PM at the Pack Library. We will read and discuss a variety of books in the romance genre. The book for October 2026 is Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez. Newcomers are always welcome!
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Less the Horror Than the Grace: A Book Talk About Appalachian Horror and Religion
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Why are we humans attracted to horror stories? And why do these stories often come through the lens of religion? The new folk horror historical novel Less the Horror than the Grace tells an updated version of the Medusa myth. A young seminary graduate is sent to investigate strange goings-on in a snake-handling church in the mountains of Tennessee in the summer of 1920, while in Nashville, Woman’s Suffrage comes to a final vote. In this program, we’ll have fun exploring why wrestling with wha...
***Due to early voting, this meeting will take place at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church.*** Join us to discuss this month's book: Buckeye by Patrick Ryan The North Asheville Book Club meets in-person on the 3rd Tuesday of every month.
***Due to early voting, this meeting will take place at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church.*** Join us to discuss this month's book: Buckeye by Patrick Ryan The North Asheville Book Club meets in-person on the 3rd Tuesday of every month.
Join Barbara Schauer, founder and lead teacher of our beloved Weaverville Yogafor this gentle and invigorating practice at the Weaverville Library. Barbara will be offering Yoga for Balance the first and third Tuesdays of every month from 1-2 PM. All skill levels are welcome. No registration is necessary. Bring a yoga mat if you have one but we have extras to share if you don't. HUGE thanks to Barbara and to the Friends of the Weaverville Libraryfor sponsoring this wonderful series!
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
This monthly workshop, led by writer Ben Fluet, alternates between classes on specific poetic forms and generative freewriting sessions. This month we'll learn how to write villanelles. We'll spend the first part of this 90 minute class learning about the history and form of villanelles, then we’ll have some time to practice writing them. We’ll finish the class by sharing our work and giving feedback and praise. We'll move into more complex forms as the workshop progresses. About Ben Fluet Be...
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
Black Experience Book Club: The Fire Inside: The Dharma of James Baldwin and Audre Lorde by Rima Vesely-Flad
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Black Experience Book Club reads books by Black authors about the many facets of the Black experience. Join other book lovers to discuss this month's pick, The Fire Inside: The Dharma of James Baldwin and Audre Lorde by Rima Vesely-Flad WHERE TO FIND THE BOOK PUBLIC LIBRARY Call your local Buncombe County Public Library or visit buncombecounty.org/library to reserve your copy online. NOIR COLLECTIVE AT THE YMICC. Stop by Noir Collective AVL during open hours, call 828-257-4540, or email n...
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Note: Flying Cloud Farm House Mindfulness Meditation with Dr. Mattie Decker
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Our friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with beginning and intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking for a supportive chance to practice and sharpen their skills. We use discussion prompts, and ice breaker games to help enhance everyone's comprehension and comfort level. Come give it a try!
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
Would you like to make or participate in the making of a 1 minute short-film? This is a hands-on introduction to the fundamentals of filmmaking, designed for beginners, actors, curious creatives, and filmmakers. We’ll explore the core building blocks of cinema: story, camera, performance, sound, and collaboration. No prior experience required, just curiosity and a willingness to create!
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
Join us on Saturday, October 24th, from 3:00pm-5:00pm for a free film screening of sci-fi/comedy classic Galaxy Quest! Rated PG, this hilarious film both "pokes a finger at the absurdity of Star Trek" and is regarded by many as "the best Star Trek movie ever made". Free popcorn will be provided!
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Let's Discuss: Where The Past Begins: A Writer's Memoir by Amy Tan
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for this special one time book discussion of Amy Tan's Where The Past Begins: A Writer's Memoir. Copies of this title are available at the Weaverville Library for check out while supplies last. This conversation will be facilitated by our patron and friend, Anne Elizabeth. Main themes will include the writing process and mother daughter relationships. Pre-registration for this special one time book club is helpful. Please call 828-250-6482 to register. See you at the Library!
OtherWorld SF & Fantasy Book Club : Farewell Summer by Ray Bradbury
Buncombe County Public Libraries
A poignant and brilliant sequel to Dandelion Wine from the author of Fahrenheit 451 In Green Town Illinois, Douglas Spaulding is in the midst of a small civil war with the old pitted against the young in this, the second book in Bradbury's semi-fictionalised account of his childhood. As the school board's figure of authority Mr Calvin C. Quartermain attempts to outwit the boys at every turn, their antics increase and become ever more daring and mischevious. Once the shadow of winter draws acr...
Tar Heel Terrors is a spine-tingling storytelling experience by Liz Z Pardue that explores North Carolina’s most chilling ghost stories, haunted legends, mysterious folklore, and eerie true tales. Through captivating storytelling, Liz takes audiences on a journey across the state, uncovering the spirits, supernatural encounters, and dark history that have shaped the Tar Heel State’s most unforgettable mysteries. Perfect for fans of folklore, local history, and the paranormal, this entertainin...
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
Pilates can strengthen core muscles to alleviate back pain. Looking for a free class? The library has your back. To register for these classes, please go to: www.ciscopilates.com… this is especially important if you are planning on attending online or if you would like to receive a recording of the class afterwards. We will have some yoga mats on hand for the in-person participants, but feel free to bring your own equipment and water bottle! If you have any questions, please call 828-250-4700.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
The YMCA Mobile Market will be set up in the library parking lot from 1-2 pm. Bring your grocery bags and get fresh food for your family. All are welcome, regardless of income or family size. Distributions are free and no paperwork is required. The market provides fresh produce paired with healthy recipes and a Community Engagement Table with valuable services such as cooking demonstrations. While you're in the lot, stop in to get a free library card if you don't have one, pick up a cookbook...
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
All are welcome! Just bring your garden gloves, water bottle, and dress for the weather. For the new fall schedule we meet every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon, weather permitting
Libraries closing at 2pm - Early Voting is Open until 7:30pm
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Buncombe County Government will close at 2pm on Thursday, October 29, including all libraries. If a library is offering early voting on October 29, early voting will still be available for its regular hours of 8am to 7:30pm
Note: Flying Cloud Farm House Mindfulness Meditation with Dr. Mattie Decker
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Weaverville Evening Book Club: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us as we discuss this month's title, The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Copies of this title are available for check out at the Weaverville Library while supplies last. This group meets the last Thursday of most months at 6 PM and newcomers are always welcome! Please note: on October 29th, the Library will close early at 2 PM for a staff appreciation event. The evening book club will happen at 6 PM on 10/29 as planned, but the Library will be closed during this time. Please be sure to arr...
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
Wow...another year has gone by and it's time again to be a hero for Halloween. You don't have to fight villians or even wear a cape...just settle back and donate blood. Your blood can save up to three lives. So much easier than being an Avenger!My grandmother had leukemia and her experience convinced me to begin donating. Candy...door prizes...Halloween t-shirts...Amazon gift cards...all possibilities! The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients...
Tech. Time- One on One Help with Technology Related Tasks
Buncombe County Public Libraries
During your Tech Time appointment you can recieve one-on-one help from library staff. To the best of our ability we will help you solve a tech related problem or accomplish a specific task. We can work together on the library's computers or your device. Appointments will last for half an hour and must be made in advance. Call 828-250-4718 to schedule a tech time appointment.
Bats are among the most misunderstood animals in the world, yet they play a vital role in healthy ecosystems! Join naturalist Pam Torlina to discover the fascinating lives of North Carolina's bats, how they help control insect populations, the challenges they face, and simple ways you can help protect these remarkable nighttime neighbors. We are SO excited to welcome Pam back to the Weaverville Library. Huge thanks to the Friends of the Weaverville Library for sponsoring this event and for Pa...
Early voting allows any registered voter to cast an absentee ballot in person on select days prior to Election Day. Voters can choose to vote at any early voting site. Early voting begins on October 15 and ends on the last Saturday before the election, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. 2026 General Election Early Voting Dates: Oct.15- Oct. 31 - 2026 Early Voting Plan and Schedule (PDF) - Early Voting Locations: One-Stop Site Lookup Same-day Registration During Early Voting Voters may change their name or add...
Join members of the Blue Ridge Audubon Society for a guided bird-watching excursion around the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary! Binoculars are available for checkout at the North Asheville Library, but folks are welcome to bring their own! This event will be held rain or shine. Spaces are limited, so registration is required.
Join us for the Swannanoa Public Library’s monthly Star Trek Fan Club meeting! This month, we're having a Star Trek Halloween party! There will be trivia, snacks, and prizes! (Costumes are encouraged!) This is a group for adults who love all things Star Trek! Whether you’re a long-time fan or completely new to the Star Trek universe, we invite you to come hang out and talk ‘Trek, watch episodes, do trivia, make themed arts & crafts, and more! Additionally, accessibility and diversity are core...
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
Our friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with beginning and intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking for a supportive chance to practice and sharpen their skills. We use discussion prompts, and ice breaker games to help enhance everyone's comprehension and comfort level. Come give it a try!
NEW DATE: Online Book Club discusses Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that usually meets online on the second Thursday of each month at 6PM and in person on the second Friday of each month at 11AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome! Email jen.waite@buncombenc.gov to register and receive the meeting link. Michelle Zauner’s Crying in H Mart is a memoir about family, grief, food, and identity as a Korean American musician in Japanese Breakfast. She recalls growing up i...
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
[Libby logo; an open teal book with a girl's head peeking over the top] Did you know that Buncombe County Public Libraries has free access to digital resources through the NC Digital Library using your library card?! The Libby App is where you will find digital audiobooks, e-books, and magazines that you can read on your tablet, kindle, phone, or other device! This monthly introduction is an opportunity to get to know Libby. There will be a brief presentation from 10:30-10:45am, with drop-in...
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Online Book Club discusses Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets online on the second Thursday of each month at 6PM and in person on the second Friday of each month at 11AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome! Email jen.waite@buncombenc.gov to register and receive the meeting link. Michelle Zauner’s Crying in H Mart is a memoir about family, grief, food, and identity as a Korean American musician in Japanese Breakfast. She recalls growing up in Oregon...
Book Club discusses Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets online on the second Thursday of each month at 6PM and in person on the second Friday of each month at 11AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome! Michelle Zauner’s Crying in H Mart is a memoir about family, grief, food, and identity as a Korean American musician in Japanese Breakfast. She recalls growing up in Oregon as one of few Asian American students, navigating her mother’s high expe...
Bring your needles or your hooks and join us for some friendly company as you work on your current project. No registration necessary; just come by the Skyland Library community room with a love of yarn! Please note this is not a class -- we welcome knitters and crocheters of all skill levels, but there might not be anyone on hand to teach the basics if you've never tried before. Feel free to come and chat or observe, though!
Tech. Time- One on One Help with Technology Related Tasks
Buncombe County Public Libraries
During your Tech Time appointment you can recieve one-on-one help from library staff. To the best of our ability we will help you solve a tech related problem or accomplish a specific task. We can work together on the library's computers or your device. Appointments will last for half an hour and must be made in advance. Call 828-250-4718 to schedule a tech time appointment.
The Friends of Enka-Candler Library is a non-profit group that is dedicated to supporting the library through fundraising and volunteering. Everyone is welcome to join us at a meeting and find out more about the Friends!
Paper Play: Decoupage on Glass with Decorative Tissue and Napkin
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Important: this exact class will be offered in November and again in December. Please register for only one class. Registration in non-transferable. We will be transforming repurposed jars and other glass containers into decorative luminaries or lanterns using a technique called “decoupage,” which is similar to collage. Thin papers, such as colored tissue and printed paper napkins, will be cut or torn and then glued onto the outside surface of a glass container. The result will be a transpare...
Quilters of all ages welcome! Bring your own sewing machine and project or work on a community project. Snacks not provided, but we encourage you to bring a bag lunch. Drop in any time to participate.
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
The Friends of the East Asheville Public Library present Taxes for Humans-How to Change the World when you are Self Employed
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Friends of the East Asheville Public Library present Taxes for Humans: Simplify your taxes when you're self-employed, with local author & artist Hannah Cole. Free. Doors open at 6 p.m. Want to join the Friends of the East Asheville Library, volunteer, or donate to support their work? Visit the Friends information table at the event.
[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
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.
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!
The Friends of the Leicester Library will meet 5:30 pm in the Community Room at the library. Join us for updates on library programs and garden events. All are welcome.
This month we're discussing Judge Stone by Viola Davis and James Patterson. Members can attend on second Wednesday OR on the following Thursday of each month at 1 pm in the Community Room at the library to discuss the book. Newcomers welcome!
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
The Pack Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets the second Wednesday of each month at 10:30AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. The book for November 2026 is After the Good Gay Times by Tony Buttitta. Newcomers are always welcome!
Does your favorite shirt have a hole or a tear or a missing button? Are your curtains too long? Has your stuffed animal sprung a leak? Come on down to the library where volunteers who are good with a needle and thread will be happy to help you. This is a drop-in event. Mending is done on a first come, first served basis. Please plan to arrive before 6:15pm. All repairs are free of charge. No repair is guaranteed.
The Romance Book Club meets the third Monday of each month at 5:30 PM at the Pack Library. We will read and discuss a variety of books in the romance genre. The book for November 2026 is Canadian Boyfriend by Jenny Holiday. Newcomers are always welcome!
Pilates can strengthen core muscles to alleviate back pain. Looking for a free class? The library has your back. To register for these classes, please go to: www.ciscopilates.com… this is especially important if you are planning on attending online or if you would like to receive a recording of the class afterwards. We will have some yoga mats on hand for the in-person participants, but feel free to bring your own equipment and water bottle! If you have any questions, please call 828-250-4700.
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
The Enka History Book Club reads historical fiction and non-fiction on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. The selection for November will be Pachinko by Min Jin Lee. Books are available for pick up at the library in large print and regular print. The group meets in the community room and newcomers are always welcome.
This month we're discussing Judge Stone by Viola Davis and James Patterson. Members can attend on second Wednesday OR on the following Thursday of each month at 1 pm in the Community Room at the library to discuss the book. Newcomers welcome!
Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice several Beginner Level Tai Chi Forms that have repeatedly shown to improve arthritis symptoms and reduce the risk and severity of falls. Tai Chi practice also promises to increase strength, improve balance, and sharpen cognitive focus while instilling a sense of calm for both mind and body. Due to limited space, class registration will initially be offered to community members who have not previously participated in our Tai Chi clas...
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Skyland/South Buncombe Library Book Club: The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Join us for a book discussion sponsored by the Friends of the Skyland/South Buncombe Library! This month we will be reading The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl. The book is available in both physical and digital editions through Buncombe County Public Libraries, and we will also have a few extra copies to borrow at the South Buncombe branch that you can stop by and sign out.
Our friendly and welcoming Spanish conversation practice group is geared towards people with beginning and intermediate level Spanish skills who are looking for a supportive chance to practice and sharpen their skills. We use discussion prompts, and ice breaker games to help enhance everyone's comprehension and comfort level. Come give it a try!
Tech. Time- One on One Help with Technology Related Tasks
Buncombe County Public Libraries
During your Tech Time appointment you can recieve one-on-one help from library staff. To the best of our ability we will help you solve a tech related problem or accomplish a specific task. We can work together on the library's computers or your device. Appointments will last for half an hour and must be made in advance. Call 828-250-4718 to schedule a tech time appointment.
Dark City LIT! Festival: A literary festival in the heart of Black Mountain
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Our small festival is slowly growing, one story at a time! This year's event is better than ever, and spread over three venues! All events are FREE, and no purchase is required. Meet your new favorite author! Interested in volunteering? Click HERE [Dark City LIT! Literary Festival. Call 828-250-4756 for details.]
Bring your needles or your hooks and join us for some friendly company as you work on your current project. No registration necessary; just come by the Skyland Library community room with a love of yarn! Please note this is not a class -- we welcome knitters and crocheters of all skill levels, but there might not be anyone on hand to teach the basics if you've never tried before. Feel free to come and chat or observe, though!
Join us for the Swannanoa Public Library’s monthly Star Trek Fan Club meeting! This is a group for adults who love all things Star Trek! Whether you’re a long-time fan or completely new to the Star Trek universe, we invite you to come hang out and talk ‘Trek, watch episodes, do trivia, make themed arts & crafts, and more! Additionally, accessibility and diversity are core themes of Star Trek, and we’ll be embodying that here at the library. If you have any questions about accessibility, COVID...
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
The Western North Carolina Scale Model Club is a non-profit group for static (non-RC) model builders to present their models and share tips and tricks in a laid back atmosphere. Bring your latest finished piece or your work in progress. All skill levels are welcome! This program is designed for Ages 12 and up due to the fragile nature of these models.
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
The YMCA Mobile Market will be set up in the library parking lot from 1-2 pm. Bring your grocery bags and get fresh food for your family. All are welcome, regardless of income or family size. Distributions are free and no paperwork is required. The market provides fresh produce paired with healthy recipes and a Community Engagement Table with valuable services such as cooking demonstrations. While you're in the lot, stop in to get a free library card if you don't have one, pick up a cookbook...
Land of the Sky 101 is a community learning circle for those who are interested in the history of Asheville, Buncombe County and Western North Carolina. A four-part series of readings and discussions is modeled after the themes of the exhibit “An Incomplete History of Buncombe County” mounted in the BCSC reading room. Sessions will be held the first Tuesday of March, June, September, and December during which participants will explore the history of our region. Read Readers can choose from tw...
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
Paper Play: Decoupage on Glass with Decorative Tissue and Napkin
Buncombe County Public Libraries
Important: this exact class will be offered in November and again in December. Please register for only one class. Registration in non-transferable. We will be transforming repurposed jars and other glass containers into decorative luminaries or lanterns using a technique called “decoupage,” which is similar to collage. Thin papers, such as colored tissue and printed paper napkins, will be cut or torn and then glued onto the outside surface of a glass container. The result will be a transpare...
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
[Libby logo; an open teal book with a girl's head peeking over the top] Did you know that Buncombe County Public Libraries has free access to digital resources through the NC Digital Library using your library card?! The Libby App is where you will find digital audiobooks, e-books, and magazines that you can read on your tablet, kindle, phone, or other device! This monthly introduction is an opportunity to get to know Libby. There will be a brief presentation from 10:30-10:45am, with drop-in...
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Bring your needles or your hooks and join us for some friendly company as you work on your current project. No registration necessary; just come by the Skyland Library community room with a love of yarn! Please note this is not a class -- we welcome knitters and crocheters of all skill levels, but there might not be anyone on hand to teach the basics if you've never tried before. Feel free to come and chat or observe, though!
Tech. Time- One on One Help with Technology Related Tasks
Buncombe County Public Libraries
During your Tech Time appointment you can recieve one-on-one help from library staff. To the best of our ability we will help you solve a tech related problem or accomplish a specific task. We can work together on the library's computers or your device. Appointments will last for half an hour and must be made in advance. Call 828-250-4718 to schedule a tech time appointment.
The Friends of Enka-Candler Library is a non-profit group that is dedicated to supporting the library through fundraising and volunteering. Everyone is welcome to join us at a meeting and find out more about the Friends!
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
Join us for an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum to learn all about the many different types of mammals that call Western North Carolina their home! Ever wondered why some wild mammals hibernate and some don't? Or how to tell if a wild mammal has visited an area? At this program we'll answer these questions and more! Come ready to hear about the ecoEXPLORE program, get up close and personal with some mammal artifacts such as skulls and skins, find out what makes a mammal a...
This month we're discussing The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. Members can attend on second Wednesday OR on the following Thursday of each month at 1 pm in the Community Room at the library to discuss the book. Newcomers welcome!
Come play Magic the Gathering at Pack Library. Magic the Gathering is a collectible card game with hundreds of millions of players all over the world. All players aged 9-15 are welcome. No experience necessary. Free cards will be given to all attendees! Test your skills and trade cards with your friends.
The Pack Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets the second Wednesday of each month at 10:30AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. The book for December 2026 is Yellowface by R.F. Kuang. Newcomers are always welcome!
Having tech problems? Drop by between 10am and 11:30am on Wednesdays and get one-on-one basic tech support from Angie with phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, or apps. Among other things, Angie can help you get started using the Libby eReader and audiobook app, set up NC Cardinal access so you can search our catalog and request or renew books on your own, or show you how to optimize or navigate quirks with your smart phone. Please note: if your tech issue requires logging on to an account, be...
[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
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.
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!
This month we're discussing The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. Members can attend on second Wednesday OR on the following Thursday of each month at 1 pm in the Community Room at the library to discuss the book. Newcomers welcome!
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
Matthew West: Come Home for Christmas Live on Tour
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Join Matthew West this December for "Come Home for Christmas Live on Tour"! Matthew will be heading to cities all across the country, sharing the songs and stories that make Christmas so special. From the classics you love to music that points us back to the true reason we celebrate, He can't wai...
Mindfulness is paying attention in the present moment, on purpose, without judgment, as if our life depends on it. This course series offers skills and tools for cultivating well-being by strengthening awareness of body, mind and emotions. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel or yoga mat. A limited number of yoga mats are available for those that need one. Dr. Mattie Decker teaches Mindfulness Meditation and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She is a certified Natu...
Online Book Club discusses Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets online on the second Thursday of each month at 6PM and in person on the second Friday of each month at 11AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome! Email jen.waite@buncombenc.gov to register and receive the meeting link. Small Things Like These is a powerful novella set in a small Irish town in 1985, during the weeks leading up to Christmas. It follows Bill Furlong, a coal merchant and fami...
Book Club discusses Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan
Buncombe County Public Libraries
The Fairview Library Book Club is a book discussion group that meets online on the second Thursday of each month at 6PM and in person on the second Friday of each month at 11AM at the library. We read a variety of genres. Newcomers are always welcome! Small Things Like These is a powerful novella set in a small Irish town in 1985, during the weeks leading up to Christmas. It follows Bill Furlong, a coal merchant and family man, who uncovers a disturbing truth while delivering coal to a local...
Classes and talksWeeklyIndoorsHolidayBring the grandkids
Quilters of all ages welcome! Bring your own sewing machine and project or work on a community project. Snacks not provided, but we encourage you to bring a bag lunch. Drop in any time to participate.
Join us for ACBL-sanctioned contract bridge games every Tuesday at the library! All games are free to the public -- no registration or memberships necessary. Games are facilitated by Susan Hinderaker, a Bronze Life Master who teaches bridge using the most current bidding methods. She is the Director of the Arden Bridge Club, which organizes this event.
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
Carmina Burana with Immersive Projection Art
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Join your Asheville Symphony and the Asheville Symphony Chorus for a truly unique and immersive way to experience Carl Orff?s epic masterpiece, one of the most widely performed works of the 20th century.
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Music & concertsHappens regularly
Billy Strings
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Please note, there is NO OPENER for this show. Please plan to arrive with plenty of time for processing and entry. All tickets are Mobile Delivery Only. Delayed delivery, no tickets will be delivered prior to 2 days before the event. No refunds or exchanges. All sales are final. There is a strict...
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville · Asheville, NC
Music & concerts
Billy Strings 5-Day Ticket, Valid All Days, Cannot Split
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
5-Day Ticket - February 4, 5, 6, 8, & 9. Valid all days. Ticket cannot be split into separate days. All tickets are Mobile Delivery Only. Delayed delivery, no tickets will be delivered prior to 2 days before the event. No refunds or exchanges. All sales are final. There is a strict 4 ticket limit...
Downtown After 5 is a free monthly street party in Pack Square Park with live bands, food trucks, local drinks, and an artisan market. It runs on Friday evenings in the warmer months. The Asheville Downtown Association puts it on.
The North Asheville Tailgate Market is a weekly Saturday morning market with more than 70 farmers, bakers, and craftspeople. It runs through the growing season near the UNC Asheville area. This is where locals fill the week's produce basket.
Shindig on the Green is a free summer Saturday night gathering of bluegrass and Appalachian music and dance at Pack Square Park downtown. People bring lawn chairs and blankets and stay until well after dark. It runs most Saturdays from July into early September.
