Dr. Bunsen & Dr. Beaker explore spooky science, Why do certain sounds and images scare us? Explore properties of matter, minerals, light, and sound as you discover the science behind the scary.
Students will take home slime!
Space is limited, so registration is required.
Calling all kids! If you come to the library in costume on this day you will receive a special treat!
Check out one or more of the classic horror films of the silent era with background and commentary by a local expert. In honor of Halloween, we’ll be watching the classic Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde followed by the 1925 Stan Laurel parody, Dr. Pickle & Mr. Pride. Free popcorn! Sponsored by the Friends of Weaverville library. For more information call the Library at 250-6482.
Come hear ghostly tales of our mountains, true or not, guaranteed to send a shiver down your spine! Researcher for Joshua Warren and Haunted Asheville tour guide Tadd McDivitt will tell you stories passed down through our mountain history, of the scary, sad and eerie spirits haunting this land. Age 13 and above. Sponsored by the Friends of Swannanoa Library.
UNC Asheville offers workshops that bring families, the school and community together to better understand how to navigate the education system. The series will be comprised of 2.5 hour workshops once a week, over six consecutive weeks. Workshops will help parties gain skills and resources that families need to effectively engage in their child’s education and make college a realistic family goal.
December 23, 27, 30 & 31, and January 2-3, 8:30am–6pm
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Spend your holiday with us! Enjoy games, activities, crafts, exercise and all kinds of holiday fun! *Note children should bring a lunch, snack and drink each day.
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YOUTH Locations: Tempie Avery Montford, Stephens-Lee & Vance
TEEN Location: Stephens-Lee
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*Tempie Avery Montford, 34 Pearson Drive, 828-253-3714
*Stephens-Lee Center, 30 George Washington Carver, 828-350-2058
*Vance Elementary, 98 Sulphur Springs Road, 828-747-1345
Join us for the Nature Center’s annual holiday celebration: A Winter’s Tail! There will be festive crafts, games and of course, animal programs!
Activities Include:
Photos with Santa (12-4pm)
Garland crafts
Candle dipping
Holiday mask making
Sidewalk chalk art
Special animal enrichment programs
Standard admission rates apply, more info at wildwnc.org/plan-your-visit.
As always, Friends members get in for free! Membership information: wildwnc.org/membership
Saturday, December 7, 9am & 10:30am
Location: Stephens-Lee Center
Have breakfast with Santa and celebrate the holidays with a morning full of fun. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, a holiday-themed dance workshop in the auditorium, and make your very own ornament. Designed for children ages 2-9 and their parents. Two breakfast seatings at 9am and 10:30am. Space is limited to 50 people per seating, reservations are required.
Fee: $8/person
REGISTRATION OPENS NOVEMBER 1st
Bring the holiday cheer and join us as we fellowship with Santa, gifts, and a lot of fun, laughter, and joy! FREE