All Things Appalachia
Expert-led presentations explore southern Appalachian history, ecology, outdoor recreation, and cultural life, connecting regional landscapes and communities through accessible, one-hour talks for adult learners. The monthly series brings local expertise to topics spanning the region.
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A biologist explains how artificial light disrupts amphibians, birds, mammals, and insects, connecting dark-sky protection with biodiversity conservation and practical ways households can reduce nighttime illumination.
A biologist explains how artificial light disrupts amphibians, birds, mammals, and insects, connecting dark-sky protection with biodiversity conservation and practical ways households can reduce nighttime illumination.
A biologist explains how artificial light disrupts amphibians, birds, mammals, and insects, connecting dark-sky protection with biodiversity conservation and practical ways households can reduce nighttime illumination.
Library Tour
MoreExplore behind-the-scenes library spaces while staff share little-known features, practical tips, and ways to make the most of library resources. A welcoming one-hour orientation for newcomers and longtime readers alike.
Explore behind-the-scenes library spaces while staff share little-known features, practical tips, and ways to make the most of library resources. A welcoming one-hour orientation for newcomers and longtime readers alike.
Explore behind-the-scenes library spaces while staff share little-known features, practical tips, and ways to make the most of library resources. A welcoming one-hour orientation for newcomers and longtime readers alike.
Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.
Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.
Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.
Mammals of WNC
MoreExplore Western North Carolina mammal ecology, from hibernation habits to clues that reveal wildlife visitors. Examine animal skulls and skins while learning about the ecoEXPLORE program.
Explore Western North Carolina mammal ecology, from hibernation habits to clues that reveal wildlife visitors. Examine animal skulls and skins while learning about the ecoEXPLORE program.
Explore Western North Carolina mammal ecology, from hibernation habits to clues that reveal wildlife visitors. Examine animal skulls and skins while learning about the ecoEXPLORE program.
Adult genealogy enthusiasts watch a recorded learning session on DNA for Native American genealogy, then discuss research methods and family history in a monthly library meetup.
Adult genealogy enthusiasts watch a recorded learning session on DNA for Native American genealogy, then discuss research methods and family history in a monthly library meetup.
Adult genealogy enthusiasts watch a recorded learning session on DNA for Native American genealogy, then discuss research methods and family history in a monthly library meetup.
Library Tour
MoreA staff-led, behind-the-scenes walk through the library with insider tips on services, spaces, and hidden resources. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons looking to navigate catalogs, programs, and perks more effectively.
A staff-led, behind-the-scenes walk through the library with insider tips on services, spaces, and hidden resources. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons looking to navigate catalogs, programs, and perks more effectively.
A staff-led, behind-the-scenes walk through the library with insider tips on services, spaces, and hidden resources. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons looking to navigate catalogs, programs, and perks more effectively.
Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.
Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.
Memoir writing students share personal stories in a public reading at the library. The all-ages gathering offers a welcoming opportunity to listen to emerging personal narratives and connect through storytelling.
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and animal signs, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins. Discover how to identify the wild visitors around us.
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and animal signs, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins. Discover how to identify the wild visitors around us.
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and animal signs, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins. Discover how to identify the wild visitors around us.
Browse free fresh produce and other healthy foods at a welcoming monthly mobile market. Bring reusable bags and discover resources that support nutritious eating and healthier lifestyles.
Browse free fresh produce and other healthy foods at a welcoming monthly mobile market. Bring reusable bags and discover resources that support nutritious eating and healthier lifestyles.
Browse free fresh produce and other healthy foods at a welcoming monthly mobile market. Bring reusable bags and discover resources that support nutritious eating and healthier lifestyles.
Listen to curated podcasts across varied genres, then exchange perspectives in a welcoming monthly discussion; November’s selections explore Appalachian folklore, regional legends, and mountain storytelling.
Listen to curated podcasts across varied genres, then exchange perspectives in a welcoming monthly discussion; November’s selections explore Appalachian folklore, regional legends, and mountain storytelling.
Listen to curated podcasts across varied genres, then exchange perspectives in a welcoming monthly discussion; November’s selections explore Appalachian folklore, regional legends, and mountain storytelling.
Cookbook Club
MoreA hands-on cookbook discussion pairs recipe preparation with a shared tasting of participants’ culinary creations. Compare cooking experiences, exchange tips, and take home new recipes inspired by the monthly selection.
A hands-on cookbook discussion pairs recipe preparation with a shared tasting of participants’ culinary creations. Compare cooking experiences, exchange tips, and take home new recipes inspired by the monthly selection.
A hands-on cookbook discussion pairs recipe preparation with a shared tasting of participants’ culinary creations. Compare cooking experiences, exchange tips, and take home new recipes inspired by the monthly selection.
Medicare 101
MoreA practical introduction to Medicare helps adults build familiarity with the federal health insurance program, its terminology, and the questions to consider when navigating coverage.
A practical introduction to Medicare helps adults build familiarity with the federal health insurance program, its terminology, and the questions to consider when navigating coverage.
A practical introduction to Medicare helps adults build familiarity with the federal health insurance program, its terminology, and the questions to consider when navigating coverage.
Explore strategies for distinguishing ancestors who share the same name through a recorded genealogy lesson and group discussion with adult family history researchers in a collaborative monthly study session.
Explore strategies for distinguishing ancestors who share the same name through a recorded genealogy lesson and group discussion with adult family history researchers in a collaborative monthly study session.
Explore strategies for distinguishing ancestors who share the same name through a recorded genealogy lesson and group discussion with adult family history researchers in a collaborative monthly study session.
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and wildlife tracking, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins and an introduction to the ecoEXPLORE citizen science program.
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and wildlife tracking, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins and an introduction to the ecoEXPLORE citizen science program.
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and wildlife tracking, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins and an introduction to the ecoEXPLORE citizen science program.
Mending Circle
MorePractice practical clothing repair with guidance on mending worn socks, sweaters, torn jeans, and other items. A relaxed, hands-on gathering encourages creative reuse and keeping textiles out of landfills.
Practice practical clothing repair with guidance on mending worn socks, sweaters, torn jeans, and other items. A relaxed, hands-on gathering encourages creative reuse and keeping textiles out of landfills.
Practice practical clothing repair with guidance on mending worn socks, sweaters, torn jeans, and other items. A relaxed, hands-on gathering encourages creative reuse and keeping textiles out of landfills.
Adults can get one-on-one career guidance, job search assistance, and employment support from an NC Works advisor. Bring questions about finding work and navigating your next career step.
Adults can get one-on-one career guidance, job search assistance, and employment support from an NC Works advisor. Bring questions about finding work and navigating your next career step.
Adults can get one-on-one career guidance, job search assistance, and employment support from an NC Works advisor. Bring questions about finding work and navigating your next career step.
Acoustic bluegrass brings a festive Christmas sound to this one-hour holiday concert, part of a library noon series devoted to engaging performances, ideas, and discovery.
Acoustic bluegrass brings a festive Christmas sound to this one-hour holiday concert, part of a library noon series devoted to engaging performances, ideas, and discovery.
Acoustic bluegrass brings a festive Christmas sound to this one-hour holiday concert, part of a library noon series devoted to engaging performances, ideas, and discovery.
Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside works in philosophy, economics, political science, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion gives readers context to examine assigned selections together.
Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside works in philosophy, economics, political science, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion gives readers context to examine assigned selections together.
Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside works in philosophy, economics, political science, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion gives readers context to examine assigned selections together.
Explore how tornadoes form, why severe weather can strike mountain regions, and what storm chasers encounter across the Great Plains. Meteorologists unpack weather science through vivid field tales.
Explore how tornadoes form, why severe weather can strike mountain regions, and what storm chasers encounter across the Great Plains. Meteorologists unpack weather science through vivid field tales.
Explore how tornadoes form, why severe weather can strike mountain regions, and what storm chasers encounter across the Great Plains. Meteorologists unpack weather science through vivid field tales.
Discuss thought-provoking books on international politics, economics, climate change, global conflict, and cultures around the world. Share perspectives with readers and engaged citizens in a curious, civic-minded conversation.
Discuss thought-provoking books on international politics, economics, climate change, global conflict, and cultures around the world. Share perspectives with readers and engaged citizens in a curious, civic-minded conversation.
Discuss thought-provoking books on international politics, economics, climate change, global conflict, and cultures around the world. Share perspectives with readers and engaged citizens in a curious, civic-minded conversation.