
Read to Puptart, the library robot dog!
Low-pressure reading practice with Puptart, a tail-wagging robot dog that responds to talking and gentle petting without allergens. Kids sign up at the desk, pick a book, and build early literacy in the picture book room.
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One on one reading practice with Puptart, a tail wagging robot dog that pants while listening and responds to gentle petting and conversation. A sensory friendly children’s library session that builds early literacy and confidence—sign up, choose a picture book, and read aloud.

One on one reading practice with Puptart, a tail wagging robot dog that pants while listening and responds to gentle petting and conversation. A sensory friendly children’s library session that builds early literacy and confidence—sign up, choose a picture book, and read aloud.
One on one reading practice with Puptart, a tail wagging robot dog that pants while listening and responds to gentle petting and conversation. A sensory friendly children’s library session that builds early literacy and confidence—sign up, choose a picture book, and read aloud.

Interactive read alouds and playful literacy activities designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. A midmorning library gathering for caregivers and little ones to build listening skills, language, and routine.

Interactive read alouds and playful literacy activities designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. A midmorning library gathering for caregivers and little ones to build listening skills, language, and routine.
Interactive read alouds and playful literacy activities designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. A midmorning library gathering for caregivers and little ones to build listening skills, language, and routine.

Lively early-literacy story time with board books, singalongs, rhymes, and gentle bounce activities geared to babies 0–18 months and their caregivers. Held in the children’s picture book room/library community space and free to attend.

Lively early-literacy story time with board books, singalongs, rhymes, and gentle bounce activities geared to babies 0–18 months and their caregivers. Held in the children’s picture book room/library community space and free to attend.
Lively early-literacy story time with board books, singalongs, rhymes, and gentle bounce activities geared to babies 0–18 months and their caregivers. Held in the children’s picture book room/library community space and free to attend.

Circle-time storytelling with picture books, singalong songs, and rhythmic rhymes geared to ages 3–5. Gentle movement and hands-on activities build early literacy and listening skills in a downtown public library setting.

Circle-time storytelling with picture books, singalong songs, and rhythmic rhymes geared to ages 3–5. Gentle movement and hands-on activities build early literacy and listening skills in a downtown public library setting.
Circle-time storytelling with picture books, singalong songs, and rhythmic rhymes geared to ages 3–5. Gentle movement and hands-on activities build early literacy and listening skills in a downtown public library setting.

Bilingual story time filled with picture books, stories, songs, and rhymes in both English and Spanish. A family-friendly library program designed for children of all ages to build language and early literacy skills.

Bilingual story time filled with picture books, stories, songs, and rhymes in both English and Spanish. A family-friendly library program designed for children of all ages to build language and early literacy skills.
Bilingual story time filled with picture books, stories, songs, and rhymes in both English and Spanish. A family-friendly library program designed for children of all ages to build language and early literacy skills.

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.

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.

Picture-book readalouds mixed with singalong songs and simple hands-on activities led by Miss Jennifer. Designed for ages 3–6 in a barn setting for an upbeat, kid-focused early literacy hour.

Picture-book readalouds mixed with singalong songs and simple hands-on activities led by Miss Jennifer. Designed for ages 3–6 in a barn setting for an upbeat, kid-focused early literacy hour.
Picture-book readalouds mixed with singalong songs and simple hands-on activities led by Miss Jennifer. Designed for ages 3–6 in a barn setting for an upbeat, kid-focused early literacy hour.

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.

Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and movement activities designed for ages 18 months to 3 years. A weekday morning library program that supports early literacy and caregiver child bonding.

Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and movement activities designed for ages 18 months to 3 years. A weekday morning library program that supports early literacy and caregiver child bonding.
Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and movement activities designed for ages 18 months to 3 years. A weekday morning library program that supports early literacy and caregiver child bonding.

Interactive morning storytime with read aloud stories, sing along songs, and movement activities geared to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Hands on craft time follows, reinforcing early and emergent literacy with a kid friendly theme.

Interactive morning storytime with read aloud stories, sing along songs, and movement activities geared to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Hands on craft time follows, reinforcing early and emergent literacy with a kid friendly theme.
Interactive morning storytime with read aloud stories, sing along songs, and movement activities geared to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Hands on craft time follows, reinforcing early and emergent literacy with a kid friendly theme.

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 20 minute triple scream session for cathartic stress release, held outdoors on a brewery deck before opening hours. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for low pressure community connection.

A 20 minute triple scream session for cathartic stress release, held outdoors on a brewery deck before opening hours. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for low pressure community connection.
A 20 minute triple scream session for cathartic stress release, held outdoors on a brewery deck before opening hours. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for low pressure community connection.

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.

Hands-on introduction to one on one canvassing with practical scripts, role play style practice, and tips for confident doorstep conversations. Learn outreach basics and community organizing skills in a public library training setting.

Hands-on introduction to one on one canvassing with practical scripts, role play style practice, and tips for confident doorstep conversations. Learn outreach basics and community organizing skills in a public library training setting.
Hands-on introduction to one on one canvassing with practical scripts, role play style practice, and tips for confident doorstep conversations. Learn outreach basics and community organizing skills in a public library training setting.

Early-life puppy training course centered on positive reinforcement, socialization windows, and confidence building. Covers bite inhibition, house training basics, and polite manners in a small group of 8–16 week old puppies.

Early-life puppy training course centered on positive reinforcement, socialization windows, and confidence building. Covers bite inhibition, house training basics, and polite manners in a small group of 8–16 week old puppies.
Early-life puppy training course centered on positive reinforcement, socialization windows, and confidence building. Covers bite inhibition, house training basics, and polite manners in a small group of 8–16 week old puppies.

A 20 minute triple scream stress relief session gathers on the brewery’s outdoor deck before opening time. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for catharsis, laughs, and low stakes community bonding.

A 20 minute triple scream stress relief session gathers on the brewery’s outdoor deck before opening time. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for catharsis, laughs, and low stakes community bonding.
A 20 minute triple scream stress relief session gathers on the brewery’s outdoor deck before opening time. Monthly last Saturday meetup hosted by the library for catharsis, laughs, and low stakes community bonding.

Morning book discussion circle meeting monthly at Pack Memorial Library, with welcoming conversation around a rotating mix of genres. A relaxed, newcomer friendly gathering geared toward readers who enjoy shared reflection and community connection.

Morning book discussion circle meeting monthly at Pack Memorial Library, with welcoming conversation around a rotating mix of genres. A relaxed, newcomer friendly gathering geared toward readers who enjoy shared reflection and community connection.
Morning book discussion circle meeting monthly at Pack Memorial Library, with welcoming conversation around a rotating mix of genres. A relaxed, newcomer friendly gathering geared toward readers who enjoy shared reflection and community connection.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through of Transylvania County Library with staff sharing hidden services, insider tips, and how to use local resources. Welcoming orientation for newcomers and longtime library regulars alike.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through of Transylvania County Library with staff sharing hidden services, insider tips, and how to use local resources. Welcoming orientation for newcomers and longtime library regulars alike.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through of Transylvania County Library with staff sharing hidden services, insider tips, and how to use local resources. Welcoming orientation for newcomers and longtime library regulars alike.

Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.