Shelf Indulgence Book Club
Discuss Alison Espach’s contemporary novel The Wedding People over coffee and stimulating conversation. A relaxed morning gathering welcomes readers interested in fiction and literary discussion.
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Coffee-fueled conversation centers on John Grisham’s holiday novel Skipping Christmas, with readers sharing thoughts in a welcoming library meeting room. Registration is required for this monthly book discussion.
Coffee-fueled conversation centers on John Grisham’s holiday novel Skipping Christmas, with readers sharing thoughts in a welcoming library meeting room. Registration is required for this monthly book discussion.
Coffee-fueled conversation centers on John Grisham’s holiday novel Skipping Christmas, with readers sharing thoughts in a welcoming library meeting room. Registration is required for this monthly book discussion.
Readers gather for an open discussion of Libby Page’s This Book Made Me Think of You, sharing perspectives on contemporary fiction in a community library setting.
Readers gather for an open discussion of Libby Page’s This Book Made Me Think of You, sharing perspectives on contemporary fiction in a community library setting.
Readers gather for an open discussion of Libby Page’s This Book Made Me Think of You, sharing perspectives on contemporary fiction in a community library setting.
A relaxed monthly book discussion invites readers to share recent favorites, compare perspectives, and discover new titles across genres and reading interests in a welcoming library setting.
A relaxed monthly book discussion invites readers to share recent favorites, compare perspectives, and discover new titles across genres and reading interests in a welcoming library setting.
A relaxed monthly book discussion invites readers to share recent favorites, compare perspectives, and discover new titles across genres and reading interests in a welcoming library setting.
A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.
A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.
A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.
BOOK CLUB!
MoreAdult readers gather for a monthly book discussion at the library, exploring selected titles and sharing perspectives in a welcoming community setting. Meetings take place on the second Thursday.
Adult readers gather for a monthly book discussion at the library, exploring selected titles and sharing perspectives in a welcoming community setting. Meetings take place on the second Thursday.
Adult readers gather for a monthly book discussion at the library, exploring selected titles and sharing perspectives in a welcoming community setting. Meetings take place on the second Thursday.
Discuss Robert Macfarlane’s nonfiction book about rivers, nature, and the living world in a monthly in-person gathering for readers interested in environmental writing and thoughtful conversation.
Discuss Robert Macfarlane’s nonfiction book about rivers, nature, and the living world in a monthly in-person gathering for readers interested in environmental writing and thoughtful conversation.
Discuss Robert Macfarlane’s nonfiction book about rivers, nature, and the living world in a monthly in-person gathering for readers interested in environmental writing and thoughtful conversation.
Discuss Ruth Reichl’s novel The Paris Novel in a welcoming adult reading group, with physical and digital library copies available to borrow through Buncombe County Public Libraries.
Discuss Ruth Reichl’s novel The Paris Novel in a welcoming adult reading group, with physical and digital library copies available to borrow through Buncombe County Public Libraries.
Discuss Ruth Reichl’s novel The Paris Novel in a welcoming adult reading group, with physical and digital library copies available to borrow through Buncombe County Public Libraries.
Build imaginative creations with provided LEGO bricks and Duplo blocks in a welcoming, all-ages library gathering. Younger builders can explore alongside adults, with children under 11 requiring adult supervision.
Build imaginative creations with provided LEGO bricks and Duplo blocks in a welcoming, all-ages library gathering. Younger builders can explore alongside adults, with children under 11 requiring adult supervision.
Build imaginative creations with provided LEGO bricks and Duplo blocks in a welcoming, all-ages library gathering. Younger builders can explore alongside adults, with children under 11 requiring adult supervision.
Discuss Min Jin Lee’s historical novel Pachinko in a welcoming monthly reading group for adult readers. Regular and large-print copies are available to borrow from the library.
Discuss Min Jin Lee’s historical novel Pachinko in a welcoming monthly reading group for adult readers. Regular and large-print copies are available to borrow from the library.
Discuss Min Jin Lee’s historical novel Pachinko in a welcoming monthly reading group for adult readers. Regular and large-print copies are available to borrow from the library.
Lit Lounge
MoreTeen readers in grades 9–12 gather for relaxed book discussions, favorite reads, and fandom talk, with snacks adding a casual social feel to this library meetup.
Teen readers in grades 9–12 gather for relaxed book discussions, favorite reads, and fandom talk, with snacks adding a casual social feel to this library meetup.
Teen readers in grades 9–12 gather for relaxed book discussions, favorite reads, and fandom talk, with snacks adding a casual social feel to this library meetup.
Readers discuss Tracy Chevalier’s historical novel Girl with a Pearl Earring, exploring its portrayal of 17th-century Delft, art, and the lives behind a famous painting in a welcoming library book club.
Readers discuss Tracy Chevalier’s historical novel Girl with a Pearl Earring, exploring its portrayal of 17th-century Delft, art, and the lives behind a famous painting in a welcoming library book club.
Readers discuss Tracy Chevalier’s historical novel Girl with a Pearl Earring, exploring its portrayal of 17th-century Delft, art, and the lives behind a famous painting in a welcoming library book club.
Book Club
MoreReaders explore diverse genres, exchange perspectives, and discuss the current selection in a welcoming setting. This free monthly gathering welcomes community members for lively conversation.
Readers explore diverse genres, exchange perspectives, and discuss the current selection in a welcoming setting. This free monthly gathering welcomes community members for lively conversation.
Readers explore diverse genres, exchange perspectives, and discuss the current selection in a welcoming setting. This free monthly gathering welcomes community members for lively conversation.
Discuss Kazuo Ishiguro’s unsettling speculative novel about students at an English boarding school confronting their purpose, identity, and humanity, with light refreshments and conversation among adult readers.
Discuss Kazuo Ishiguro’s unsettling speculative novel about students at an English boarding school confronting their purpose, identity, and humanity, with light refreshments and conversation among adult readers.
Discuss Kazuo Ishiguro’s unsettling speculative novel about students at an English boarding school confronting their purpose, identity, and humanity, with light refreshments and conversation among adult readers.
Discuss Virginia Evans’s novel The Correspondent in an adult evening book club, sharing perspectives on the month’s pick in a welcoming public library setting.
Discuss Virginia Evans’s novel The Correspondent in an adult evening book club, sharing perspectives on the month’s pick in a welcoming public library setting.
Discuss Virginia Evans’s novel The Correspondent in an adult evening book club, sharing perspectives on the month’s pick in a welcoming public library setting.
A welcoming evening discussion of Tommy Orange’s novel invites adult readers to explore contemporary Indigenous literature, exchange perspectives, and connect with fellow readers; newcomers are welcome.
A welcoming evening discussion of Tommy Orange’s novel invites adult readers to explore contemporary Indigenous literature, exchange perspectives, and connect with fellow readers; newcomers are welcome.
A welcoming evening discussion of Tommy Orange’s novel invites adult readers to explore contemporary Indigenous literature, exchange perspectives, and connect with fellow readers; newcomers are welcome.
Young readers build confidence and fluency by sharing a preselected book in a 15-minute one-on-one session with a certified therapy dog. Advance registration is required.
Young readers build confidence and fluency by sharing a preselected book in a 15-minute one-on-one session with a certified therapy dog. Advance registration is required.
Young readers build confidence and fluency by sharing a preselected book in a 15-minute one-on-one session with a certified therapy dog. Advance registration is required.
An adult reading group gathers to discuss classic literature, share interpretations, and connect through thoughtful conversation about enduring books in a welcoming public library setting.
An adult reading group gathers to discuss classic literature, share interpretations, and connect through thoughtful conversation about enduring books in a welcoming public library setting.
An adult reading group gathers to discuss classic literature, share interpretations, and connect through thoughtful conversation about enduring books in a welcoming public library setting.
Book Tasting
MoreYoung independent readers in grades 2–5 rotate through book tables, sampling blurbs and first pages to discover new genres and find engaging next reads.
Young independent readers in grades 2–5 rotate through book tables, sampling blurbs and first pages to discover new genres and find engaging next reads.
Young independent readers in grades 2–5 rotate through book tables, sampling blurbs and first pages to discover new genres and find engaging next reads.
Settle into a quiet hour of independent reading, then share favorite passages and fresh discoveries with fellow readers. Bring a current book or choose one from the library shelves.
Settle into a quiet hour of independent reading, then share favorite passages and fresh discoveries with fellow readers. Bring a current book or choose one from the library shelves.
Settle into a quiet hour of independent reading, then share favorite passages and fresh discoveries with fellow readers. Bring a current book or choose one from the library shelves.
A monthly gathering for middle and high school writers to develop creative writing, share storytelling, and exchange feedback with peers. Build skills and connections in a welcoming teen literary community.
A monthly gathering for middle and high school writers to develop creative writing, share storytelling, and exchange feedback with peers. Build skills and connections in a welcoming teen literary community.
A monthly gathering for middle and high school writers to develop creative writing, share storytelling, and exchange feedback with peers. Build skills and connections in a welcoming teen literary community.