Noontime Notions
A one-hour midday program brings authors, performers, and presenters together to share engaging ideas for consideration, enjoyment, and discovery in an adult library gathering supported by the Friends of the Library.
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A lunchtime presentation explores the American chestnut’s ecological and cultural importance and efforts to save this once-dominant tree, with an engaging conservation perspective for curious community members.
A lunchtime presentation explores the American chestnut’s ecological and cultural importance and efforts to save this once-dominant tree, with an engaging conservation perspective for curious community members.
A lunchtime presentation explores the American chestnut’s ecological and cultural importance and efforts to save this once-dominant tree, with an engaging conservation perspective for curious community members.
Explore autumn foliage through an indoor nature tour led by a Carolina Nature Tours guide, with close attention to the goldenrods and asters that brighten the season.
Explore autumn foliage through an indoor nature tour led by a Carolina Nature Tours guide, with close attention to the goldenrods and asters that brighten the season.
Explore autumn foliage through an indoor nature tour led by a Carolina Nature Tours guide, with close attention to the goldenrods and asters that brighten the season.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside works in philosophy, economics, politics, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion encourages close reading and thoughtful exchange across diverse ideas.
Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside works in philosophy, economics, politics, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion encourages close reading and thoughtful exchange across diverse ideas.
Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside works in philosophy, economics, politics, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion encourages close reading and thoughtful exchange across diverse ideas.
Explore Western North Carolina arachnids beyond spiders, learning how to identify them by their features and discover where they live. A fun, nature-focused program introduces local wildlife and ecoEXPLORE.
Explore Western North Carolina arachnids beyond spiders, learning how to identify them by their features and discover where they live. A fun, nature-focused program introduces local wildlife and ecoEXPLORE.
Explore Western North Carolina arachnids beyond spiders, learning how to identify them by their features and discover where they live. A fun, nature-focused program introduces local wildlife and ecoEXPLORE.
Learn how a local nonprofit supports library services through fundraising and volunteer efforts, with an open community meeting for adults interested in getting involved and strengthening public library resources.
Learn how a local nonprofit supports library services through fundraising and volunteer efforts, with an open community meeting for adults interested in getting involved and strengthening public library resources.
Learn how a local nonprofit supports library services through fundraising and volunteer efforts, with an open community meeting for adults interested in getting involved and strengthening public library resources.
Bright, resonant handbell arrangements bring seasonal melodies to a one-hour midday concert by an auditioned ensemble, creating a welcoming holiday music experience for listeners of all ages.
Bright, resonant handbell arrangements bring seasonal melodies to a one-hour midday concert by an auditioned ensemble, creating a welcoming holiday music experience for listeners of all ages.
Bright, resonant handbell arrangements bring seasonal melodies to a one-hour midday concert by an auditioned ensemble, creating a welcoming holiday music experience for listeners of all ages.
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.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.
An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.
An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.
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.
Get one-on-one job search support from a career advisor, with help for employment seekers using public computers. This adult drop-in program offers practical guidance in a welcoming library setting.
Get one-on-one job search support from a career advisor, with help for employment seekers using public computers. This adult drop-in program offers practical guidance in a welcoming library setting.
Get one-on-one job search support from a career advisor, with help for employment seekers using public computers. This adult drop-in program offers practical guidance in a welcoming library setting.
Explore the fascinating lives of North Carolina’s bats, their role in controlling insect populations, and the challenges threatening these misunderstood nighttime neighbors. Learn practical ways to support local bat conservation.
Explore the fascinating lives of North Carolina’s bats, their role in controlling insect populations, and the challenges threatening these misunderstood nighttime neighbors. Learn practical ways to support local bat conservation.
Explore the fascinating lives of North Carolina’s bats, their role in controlling insect populations, and the challenges threatening these misunderstood nighttime neighbors. Learn practical ways to support local bat conservation.
A welcoming storytime invites children of all ages and their families to share stories together in a community library setting, supporting early literacy and family connection.
A welcoming storytime invites children of all ages and their families to share stories together in a community library setting, supporting early literacy and family connection.
A welcoming storytime invites children of all ages and their families to share stories together in a community library setting, supporting early literacy and family connection.
Develop personal stories through an eight-week Thursday writing course focused on memoir craft, reflection, and shaping lived experience into compelling narratives in a supportive library setting.
Develop personal stories through an eight-week Thursday writing course focused on memoir craft, reflection, and shaping lived experience into compelling narratives in a supportive library setting.
Develop personal stories through an eight-week Thursday writing course focused on memoir craft, reflection, and shaping lived experience into compelling narratives in a supportive library setting.
Children in grades K–5 build LEGO creations around a monthly theme or invent freely, drawing inspiration from books. Selected builds are displayed in the library’s kids’ area until the next session.
Children in grades K–5 build LEGO creations around a monthly theme or invent freely, drawing inspiration from books. Selected builds are displayed in the library’s kids’ area until the next session.
Children in grades K–5 build LEGO creations around a monthly theme or invent freely, drawing inspiration from books. Selected builds are displayed in the library’s kids’ area until the next session.