
ecoEXPLORE: Incredible Insects!
Bug-focused nature learning dives into Western North Carolina insects with curious questions like how flies see and whether insects have ears. Expect interactive discussion and science-based exploration in a community library setting.
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Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.

Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.
Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.

Curiosity-driven insect science program exploring Western North Carolina species, with kid-friendly answers to big bug questions like how flies’ eyes work and whether insects can hear. A relaxed library talk geared for families and nature lovers.

Curiosity-driven insect science program exploring Western North Carolina species, with kid-friendly answers to big bug questions like how flies’ eyes work and whether insects can hear. A relaxed library talk geared for families and nature lovers.
Curiosity-driven insect science program exploring Western North Carolina species, with kid-friendly answers to big bug questions like how flies’ eyes work and whether insects can hear. A relaxed library talk geared for families and nature lovers.

Interactive wildlife program compares human skills to local animals like owls and otters, with a live animal ambassador and fun challenge-style learning. All ages gather at the library for hands-on nature facts and animal feats.

Interactive wildlife program compares human skills to local animals like owls and otters, with a live animal ambassador and fun challenge-style learning. All ages gather at the library for hands-on nature facts and animal feats.
Interactive wildlife program compares human skills to local animals like owls and otters, with a live animal ambassador and fun challenge-style learning. All ages gather at the library for hands-on nature facts and animal feats.

Practical safety talk on coexisting with western North Carolina black bears, led by NC Wildlife Resources Commission representatives. Learn bear aware habits, home and trash precautions, and what to do during neighborhood bear encounters.

Practical safety talk on coexisting with western North Carolina black bears, led by NC Wildlife Resources Commission representatives. Learn bear aware habits, home and trash precautions, and what to do during neighborhood bear encounters.
Practical safety talk on coexisting with western North Carolina black bears, led by NC Wildlife Resources Commission representatives. Learn bear aware habits, home and trash precautions, and what to do during neighborhood bear encounters.

Naturalist-led walk through the North Carolina Arboretum blends casual hiking with field identification as you observe dragonflies and damselflies alongside plants, animals, and signs of wildlife. Discussion stays flexible, driven by what’s active on the trails and participant questions.

Naturalist-led walk through the North Carolina Arboretum blends casual hiking with field identification as you observe dragonflies and damselflies alongside plants, animals, and signs of wildlife. Discussion stays flexible, driven by what’s active on the trails and participant questions.
Naturalist-led walk through the North Carolina Arboretum blends casual hiking with field identification as you observe dragonflies and damselflies alongside plants, animals, and signs of wildlife. Discussion stays flexible, driven by what’s active on the trails and participant questions.

An action-packed dinosaur discovery show led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops, packed with surprising dino facts and playful audience interaction. A kid-friendly library program that blends science learning with theatrical adventure for young dino fans.

An action-packed dinosaur discovery show led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops, packed with surprising dino facts and playful audience interaction. A kid-friendly library program that blends science learning with theatrical adventure for young dino fans.
An action-packed dinosaur discovery show led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops, packed with surprising dino facts and playful audience interaction. A kid-friendly library program that blends science learning with theatrical adventure for young dino fans.

A playful prehistoric adventure led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops, mixing dino science facts with imaginative storytelling. Life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets stomp and roar through an interactive, kid-friendly library performance.

A playful prehistoric adventure led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops, mixing dino science facts with imaginative storytelling. Life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets stomp and roar through an interactive, kid-friendly library performance.
A playful prehistoric adventure led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops, mixing dino science facts with imaginative storytelling. Life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets stomp and roar through an interactive, kid-friendly library performance.

Hands-on cyanotype sun printing with leaves, flowers, and other natural objects arranged on light-sensitive paper and developed in sunlight. Free, all-ages, drop-in art making in a library community room with no registration required.

Hands-on cyanotype sun printing with leaves, flowers, and other natural objects arranged on light-sensitive paper and developed in sunlight. Free, all-ages, drop-in art making in a library community room with no registration required.
Hands-on cyanotype sun printing with leaves, flowers, and other natural objects arranged on light-sensitive paper and developed in sunlight. Free, all-ages, drop-in art making in a library community room with no registration required.

Hands-on educator training centered on beetles and classroom-ready science connections, with guided activities and discussion geared toward teaching insect diversity. Best for teachers and informal educators seeking practical lesson ideas and nature-based learning.

Hands-on educator training centered on beetles and classroom-ready science connections, with guided activities and discussion geared toward teaching insect diversity. Best for teachers and informal educators seeking practical lesson ideas and nature-based learning.
Hands-on educator training centered on beetles and classroom-ready science connections, with guided activities and discussion geared toward teaching insect diversity. Best for teachers and informal educators seeking practical lesson ideas and nature-based learning.

A family friendly NC Moth Week night of self paced discovery with lightsheeting stations that draw moths in for close viewing and ID practice. Learn moth ecology and take guided night tours to spot nocturnal wildlife.

A family friendly NC Moth Week night of self paced discovery with lightsheeting stations that draw moths in for close viewing and ID practice. Learn moth ecology and take guided night tours to spot nocturnal wildlife.
A family friendly NC Moth Week night of self paced discovery with lightsheeting stations that draw moths in for close viewing and ID practice. Learn moth ecology and take guided night tours to spot nocturnal wildlife.

Hands-on origami session folding a herd of giant paper dinosaurs with provided materials and step-by-step guidance. Easy and more challenging designs make it welcoming for beginners and creative families in a community library setting.

Hands-on origami session folding a herd of giant paper dinosaurs with provided materials and step-by-step guidance. Easy and more challenging designs make it welcoming for beginners and creative families in a community library setting.
Hands-on origami session folding a herd of giant paper dinosaurs with provided materials and step-by-step guidance. Easy and more challenging designs make it welcoming for beginners and creative families in a community library setting.

A casual quilting bee where you can stitch on your own project or pitch in on a shared community quilt with other makers. Bring your sewing machine and a bag lunch for a relaxed, drop-in afternoon at the library.

A casual quilting bee where you can stitch on your own project or pitch in on a shared community quilt with other makers. Bring your sewing machine and a bag lunch for a relaxed, drop-in afternoon at the library.
A casual quilting bee where you can stitch on your own project or pitch in on a shared community quilt with other makers. Bring your sewing machine and a bag lunch for a relaxed, drop-in afternoon at the library.

Outdoor pollinator safari through blooming garden patches, learning to spot and identify bees, butterflies, and other insects with a smartphone. Hands-on practice using the iNaturalist app to document observations in the Asheville Botanical Garden.

Outdoor pollinator safari through blooming garden patches, learning to spot and identify bees, butterflies, and other insects with a smartphone. Hands-on practice using the iNaturalist app to document observations in the Asheville Botanical Garden.
Outdoor pollinator safari through blooming garden patches, learning to spot and identify bees, butterflies, and other insects with a smartphone. Hands-on practice using the iNaturalist app to document observations in the Asheville Botanical Garden.

High-energy kids magic blends dinosaurs, books, and prehistoric creatures with hands-on moments like assembling a dino from fossils, dodging monsters, and hatching a baby dino. A playful, interactive afternoon performance in a community library setting.

High-energy kids magic blends dinosaurs, books, and prehistoric creatures with hands-on moments like assembling a dino from fossils, dodging monsters, and hatching a baby dino. A playful, interactive afternoon performance in a community library setting.
High-energy kids magic blends dinosaurs, books, and prehistoric creatures with hands-on moments like assembling a dino from fossils, dodging monsters, and hatching a baby dino. A playful, interactive afternoon performance in a community library setting.

Hands-on drop-in collage making using discarded library books and assorted craft supplies to create a one-of-a-kind mixed-media piece. A sustainable, low-pressure community craft session in the library community room with materials provided.

Hands-on drop-in collage making using discarded library books and assorted craft supplies to create a one-of-a-kind mixed-media piece. A sustainable, low-pressure community craft session in the library community room with materials provided.
Hands-on drop-in collage making using discarded library books and assorted craft supplies to create a one-of-a-kind mixed-media piece. A sustainable, low-pressure community craft session in the library community room with materials provided.

Countywide creek and watershed activities centered on hands on stewardship, cleanup efforts, and learning about local waterways. A community focused outdoor initiative across Buncombe County that highlights environmental education and neighborhood connection.

Countywide creek and watershed activities centered on hands on stewardship, cleanup efforts, and learning about local waterways. A community focused outdoor initiative across Buncombe County that highlights environmental education and neighborhood connection.
Countywide creek and watershed activities centered on hands on stewardship, cleanup efforts, and learning about local waterways. A community focused outdoor initiative across Buncombe County that highlights environmental education and neighborhood connection.

Bilingual story time with picture books, stories, songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. A kid-friendly morning program at the Skyland/South Buncombe Library for children of all ages and caregivers.

Bilingual story time with picture books, stories, songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. A kid-friendly morning program at the Skyland/South Buncombe Library for children of all ages and caregivers.
Bilingual story time with picture books, stories, songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. A kid-friendly morning program at the Skyland/South Buncombe Library for children of all ages and caregivers.

A family friendly movie screening in the library with popcorn on hand and a relaxed, community night vibe. Ideal for parents and kids looking for an easy evening activity in South Asheville.

A family friendly movie screening in the library with popcorn on hand and a relaxed, community night vibe. Ideal for parents and kids looking for an easy evening activity in South Asheville.
A family friendly movie screening in the library with popcorn on hand and a relaxed, community night vibe. Ideal for parents and kids looking for an easy evening activity in South Asheville.

Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.

Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.
Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.

An open community listening session focused on the Asheville Museum of Science expansion, with space to share ideas and priorities for future exhibits and programming. Expect a structured public meeting vibe centered on civic input and local voices.

An open community listening session focused on the Asheville Museum of Science expansion, with space to share ideas and priorities for future exhibits and programming. Expect a structured public meeting vibe centered on civic input and local voices.
An open community listening session focused on the Asheville Museum of Science expansion, with space to share ideas and priorities for future exhibits and programming. Expect a structured public meeting vibe centered on civic input and local voices.