
Read to Puptart, the library robot dog!
Children build reading confidence and early literacy skills by reading picture books aloud to a responsive robotic dog that listens, pants, and reacts to talking and petting.
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Short stories and playful participation create an engaging early literacy experience for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years, with a welcoming setting for young children and caregivers.

Short stories and playful participation create an engaging early literacy experience for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years, with a welcoming setting for young children and caregivers.
Short stories and playful participation create an engaging early literacy experience for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years, with a welcoming setting for young children and caregivers.

Picture books, songs, rhymes, and playful activities introduce early literacy in a welcoming story time for children ages 3 to 5.

Bilingual story time with picture books, interactive tales, songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. A warm, kid-centered library program for children of all ages and their caregivers.

Bilingual story time with picture books, interactive tales, songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. A warm, kid-centered library program for children of all ages and their caregivers.
Bilingual story time with picture books, interactive tales, songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. A warm, kid-centered library program for children of all ages and their caregivers.

Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A cozy library morning that supports early literacy and caregiver child connection.

Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A cozy library morning that supports early literacy and caregiver child connection.
Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A cozy library morning that supports early literacy and caregiver child connection.

Storytime for babies through preschoolers with songs, movement, and read alouds designed to support early and emergent literacy. A simple themed craft follows, creating a gentle Saturday morning routine for young families at the library.

Storytime for babies through preschoolers with songs, movement, and read alouds designed to support early and emergent literacy. A simple themed craft follows, creating a gentle Saturday morning routine for young families at the library.
Storytime for babies through preschoolers with songs, movement, and read alouds designed to support early and emergent literacy. A simple themed craft follows, creating a gentle Saturday morning routine for young families at the library.

Hands-on LEGO building hour designed for grades K–5, with plenty of bricks provided on site. Kids can test creative engineering ideas, show off builds, and make new friends in a welcoming library club setting.

Hands-on LEGO building hour designed for grades K–5, with plenty of bricks provided on site. Kids can test creative engineering ideas, show off builds, and make new friends in a welcoming library club setting.
Hands-on LEGO building hour designed for grades K–5, with plenty of bricks provided on site. Kids can test creative engineering ideas, show off builds, and make new friends in a welcoming library club setting.

Autumn-themed storytime with seasonal tales and kid-friendly learning in the grounds of a historic homestead. A relaxed early-afternoon outing geared toward young children and caregivers in Weaverville.

Autumn-themed storytime with seasonal tales and kid-friendly learning in the grounds of a historic homestead. A relaxed early-afternoon outing geared toward young children and caregivers in Weaverville.
Autumn-themed storytime with seasonal tales and kid-friendly learning in the grounds of a historic homestead. A relaxed early-afternoon outing geared toward young children and caregivers in Weaverville.

A lively story time supports language enrichment and early literacy for babies ages 4 to 18 months, with playful shared reading and age-appropriate learning in a library setting.

A lively story time supports language enrichment and early literacy for babies ages 4 to 18 months, with playful shared reading and age-appropriate learning in a library setting.
A lively story time supports language enrichment and early literacy for babies ages 4 to 18 months, with playful shared reading and age-appropriate learning in a library setting.

Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement designed for ages 18 months to 3 years. A short weekday morning library program focused on early literacy and caregiver friendly fun.

Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement designed for ages 18 months to 3 years. A short weekday morning library program focused on early literacy and caregiver friendly fun.
Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement designed for ages 18 months to 3 years. A short weekday morning library program focused on early literacy and caregiver friendly fun.

Lively baby storytime focused on language enrichment and early literacy for infants ages 4–18 months. Gentle songs, simple stories, and interactive moments create a caregiver-friendly morning at the Leicester Public Library.

Lively baby storytime focused on language enrichment and early literacy for infants ages 4–18 months. Gentle songs, simple stories, and interactive moments create a caregiver-friendly morning at the Leicester Public Library.
Lively baby storytime focused on language enrichment and early literacy for infants ages 4–18 months. Gentle songs, simple stories, and interactive moments create a caregiver-friendly morning at the Leicester Public Library.

A practical computer class series in a public library setting focused on building digital skills through guided instruction and hands-on practice. Ideal for beginners looking for help with everyday computer use and confidence-building tech support.

A practical computer class series in a public library setting focused on building digital skills through guided instruction and hands-on practice. Ideal for beginners looking for help with everyday computer use and confidence-building tech support.
A practical computer class series in a public library setting focused on building digital skills through guided instruction and hands-on practice. Ideal for beginners looking for help with everyday computer use and confidence-building tech support.

Tables of gently used books to browse and buy at the local branch, with plenty of picks for kids and adults. A casual, community-minded library fundraiser ideal for building a home reading stack on a budget.

Tables of gently used books to browse and buy at the local branch, with plenty of picks for kids and adults. A casual, community-minded library fundraiser ideal for building a home reading stack on a budget.
Tables of gently used books to browse and buy at the local branch, with plenty of picks for kids and adults. A casual, community-minded library fundraiser ideal for building a home reading stack on a budget.

Slow-paced six-week digital literacy series building confidence with computers and the internet, with a new topic each week like basic hardware and upkeep. Interactive Q&A time supports beginners learning core tech skills in a public library setting.

Slow-paced six-week digital literacy series building confidence with computers and the internet, with a new topic each week like basic hardware and upkeep. Interactive Q&A time supports beginners learning core tech skills in a public library setting.
Slow-paced six-week digital literacy series building confidence with computers and the internet, with a new topic each week like basic hardware and upkeep. Interactive Q&A time supports beginners learning core tech skills in a public library setting.

Settle into quiet communal reading during Banned Books Week, celebrating open access to information and the freedom to seek and express ideas alongside Asheville’s literary community.

Settle into quiet communal reading during Banned Books Week, celebrating open access to information and the freedom to seek and express ideas alongside Asheville’s literary community.
Settle into quiet communal reading during Banned Books Week, celebrating open access to information and the freedom to seek and express ideas alongside Asheville’s literary community.

Leashed dogs can dive into interactive activities and playful canine contests, browse local pet vendors for special treats, and pose for a custom caricature at this festive community gathering.

Leashed dogs can dive into interactive activities and playful canine contests, browse local pet vendors for special treats, and pose for a custom caricature at this festive community gathering.
Leashed dogs can dive into interactive activities and playful canine contests, browse local pet vendors for special treats, and pose for a custom caricature at this festive community gathering.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff highlighting hidden spaces, services, and how the library runs. Pick up practical tips for using catalogs, programs, and local resources to get more from your library card.

A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff highlighting hidden spaces, services, and how the library runs. Pick up practical tips for using catalogs, programs, and local resources to get more from your library card.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through with library staff highlighting hidden spaces, services, and how the library runs. Pick up practical tips for using catalogs, programs, and local resources to get more from your library card.

A 20 minute triple scream stress release session on a river facing brewery deck before opening time, built for cathartic volume and shared laughter. Drop in with the Buncombe County Library crew for an all welcome monthly meetup with easy parking.

A 20 minute triple scream stress release session on a river facing brewery deck before opening time, built for cathartic volume and shared laughter. Drop in with the Buncombe County Library crew for an all welcome monthly meetup with easy parking.
A 20 minute triple scream stress release session on a river facing brewery deck before opening time, built for cathartic volume and shared laughter. Drop in with the Buncombe County Library crew for an all welcome monthly meetup with easy parking.

A family friendly movie screening with complimentary popcorn in a cozy public library setting. Settle in for an easygoing evening of film and community time for all ages.

A family friendly movie screening with complimentary popcorn in a cozy public library setting. Settle in for an easygoing evening of film and community time for all ages.
A family friendly movie screening with complimentary popcorn in a cozy public library setting. Settle in for an easygoing evening of film and community time for all ages.

Generative writing session focused on poetic forms and timed freewriting prompts to spark new drafts and fresh language. Expect gentle guidance, group sharing options, and a supportive library setting for writers of any level.

Generative writing session focused on poetic forms and timed freewriting prompts to spark new drafts and fresh language. Expect gentle guidance, group sharing options, and a supportive library setting for writers of any level.
Generative writing session focused on poetic forms and timed freewriting prompts to spark new drafts and fresh language. Expect gentle guidance, group sharing options, and a supportive library setting for writers of any level.

Thoughtful group discussions explore literature centering the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora, creating a community-centered space for cultural reflection, shared reading, and conversation.

Thoughtful group discussions explore literature centering the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora, creating a community-centered space for cultural reflection, shared reading, and conversation.
Thoughtful group discussions explore literature centering the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora, creating a community-centered space for cultural reflection, shared reading, and conversation.