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Giving Garden Storywalk2022-05-06T00:00:00Step outside and enjoy the Spring weather with this interactive storywalk. All month long, visit the Giving Garden at the Canton branch to read the pages of "Badger’s Perfect Garden." Complete the storywalk and answer a question or two on the tracker form for a chance to win a prize! For more information, contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2561.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Step outside and enjoy the Spring weather with this interactive storywalk. All month long, visit the Giving Garden at the Canton branch to read the pages of "Badger’s Perfect Garden." Complete the storywalk and answer a question or two on the tracker form for a chance to win a prize! For more information, contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2561.
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Creative Writing Group2022-05-16T15:30:00Interested in creative writing? Join the Canton Branch Creative writing group! Learn writing skills, while sharing and practicing with the support of other aspiring writers.
For more information, email Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2561.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Interested in creative writing? Join the Canton Branch Creative writing group! Learn writing skills, while sharing and practicing with the support of other aspiring writers.
For more information, email Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2561.
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Tech Tuesday2022-05-17T09:00:00Join us for two Tuesdays of the month in person at the Waynesville Library from 9am-11am. Staff will be available to answer questions and assist you in the use of computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. Staff cannot directly touch devices. No appointments necessary.
Waynesville Library678 S Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 Join us for two Tuesdays of the month in person at the Waynesville Library from 9am-11am. Staff will be available to answer questions and assist you in the use of computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. Staff cannot directly touch devices. No appointments necessary.
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Wiggle Worms Storytime2022-05-17T10:30:00Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. All storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will move inside if the weather is poor. Certified therapy dogs may be present during this storytime. For more information please contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.
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678 South Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. All storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will move inside if the weather is poor. Certified therapy dogs may be present during this storytime. For more information please contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.
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Greenies Tuesday Garden Club2022-05-17T12:30:00Learn about plants and gardening in this hands-on monthly meeting of Greenies Garden Club for adults with disabilities. Each meeting we will enjoy a hands-on experience creating and nurturing our garden projects. Meets on the 3rd Tuesdays monthly. To join contact Jennifer Stuart.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Learn about plants and gardening in this hands-on monthly meeting of Greenies Garden Club for adults with disabilities. Each meeting we will enjoy a hands-on experience creating and nurturing our garden projects. Meets on the 3rd Tuesdays monthly. To join contact Jennifer Stuart.
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Afternoon Board Games2022-05-17T15:30:00Drop in with the family and bond over your favorite board games like Sorry, Boggle, Trouble, and more! For more information, contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2511.
Children's Department678 S Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 Drop in with the family and bond over your favorite board games like Sorry, Boggle, Trouble, and more! For more information, contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2511.
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Little Ones Learn2022-05-18T10:00:00Meet and socialize with local parents and their little ones, learn about childhood development, practice techniques for supporting early literacy skills, ask the youth librarian questions and get reading recommendations, bond with your baby while exposing them to an array of fun sensory activities, receive free resources and books. If the weather is nice, this session will be held outside, so feel free to bring a blanket to sit on! We will reschedule if the weather is poor. This program is ideal for children 6 months to 3 years. For more information, contact Hollie at hollie.locke@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2567.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Meet and socialize with local parents and their little ones, learn about childhood development, practice techniques for supporting early literacy skills, ask the youth librarian questions and get reading recommendations, bond with your baby while exposing them to an array of fun sensory activities, receive free resources and books. If the weather is nice, this session will be held outside, so feel free to bring a blanket to sit on! We will reschedule if the weather is poor. This program is ideal for children 6 months to 3 years. For more information, contact Hollie at hollie.locke@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2567.
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Mother Goose Storytime2022-05-18T10:30:00This storytime focuses on rhymes, songs, and simple stories to promote early literacy. Target ages 0-2. All storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will move inside in inclement weather. Certified therapy dogs may be present during this storytime. For more information please contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.
Waynesville Library678 S Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 This storytime focuses on rhymes, songs, and simple stories to promote early literacy. Target ages 0-2. All storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will move inside in inclement weather. Certified therapy dogs may be present during this storytime. For more information please contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.
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Senior Resource Center Book Club2022-05-18T14:00:00Monthly book club hosted at the SRC, sponsored by the Library. Books provided by library. To register email Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov
Senior Resource Center81 Elmwood WayWaynesvilleNC28786 Monthly book club hosted at the SRC, sponsored by the Library. Books provided by library. To register email Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov
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Wired Wednesday2022-05-18T15:00:00Sign-up for one-on-one technology help at the Canton branch. Staff will be available, by appointment, to answer questions and assist you in the use
of computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. For more information, or to register, call 828.648.2924.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Sign-up for one-on-one technology help at the Canton branch. Staff will be available, by appointment, to answer questions and assist you in the use
of computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. For more information, or to register, call 828.648.2924.
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Library Board of Trustees2022-05-18T16:30:00The Library Board of Trustees meet the third Wednesday of every month at the Waynesville branch Auditorium at 4:30pm. Meetings are open to the public.
The Library Board of Trustees adopts written policies governing the operation, fines, programs, and book and material selection of the Haywood County Public Library system; determines purposes of the library and secures adequate funds to carry out library programs; assists in development of annual budget; and, maintains awareness and knowledge of local and state laws and actively supports legislation in the state and nation as they pertain to libraries. Authorities: North Carolina General Statutes 153A-261, 263, 265 and 266.
Auditorium678 S Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 The Library Board of Trustees meet the third Wednesday of every month at the Waynesville branch Auditorium at 4:30pm. Meetings are open to the public.
The Library Board of Trustees adopts written policies governing the operation, fines, programs, and book and material selection of the Haywood County Public Library system; determines purposes of the library and secures adequate funds to carry out library programs; assists in development of annual budget; and, maintains awareness and knowledge of local and state laws and actively supports legislation in the state and nation as they pertain to libraries. Authorities: North Carolina General Statutes 153A-261, 263, 265 and 266.
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Move & Groove Storytime2022-05-19T10:30:00Move & Groove is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. This program occurs every Thursday at the Canton Branch Library from 10:30-11:00 AM. For the month of May, all storytimes will be held outside unless there is poor weather, so feel free to bring a blanket to sit on. For more information please contact Hollie at hollie.locke@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2567
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Move & Groove is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. This program occurs every Thursday at the Canton Branch Library from 10:30-11:00 AM. For the month of May, all storytimes will be held outside unless there is poor weather, so feel free to bring a blanket to sit on. For more information please contact Hollie at hollie.locke@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2567
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All About Dementia2022-05-19T14:00:00Dementia is the name for a group of brain disorders that make it hard to remember, think clearly, make decisions, or even control your emotions. If you would like to learn more about dementia, attend this event presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Waynesville library auditorium. No registration is required. For more information contact Kathy kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov
Event LocationWaynesvilleNC28786 Dementia is the name for a group of brain disorders that make it hard to remember, think clearly, make decisions, or even control your emotions. If you would like to learn more about dementia, attend this event presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Waynesville library auditorium. No registration is required. For more information contact Kathy kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov
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Book Whisperers (Canton Book Club)2022-05-19T15:30:00Looking for an easy-going and fun book club? Join Book Whisperers!
The group meets in-person at the Canton Branch Library.
For more information, email Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2561.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Looking for an easy-going and fun book club? Join Book Whisperers!
The group meets in-person at the Canton Branch Library.
For more information, email Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2561.
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Elementary STEAM: Light and Shadow2022-05-19T15:30:00Be a scientist by exploring light and shadow. Investigate how light interacts with other objects with some fun, hands-on activities. This program is ideal for ages 5 and up. For more information, contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2511.
Auditorium678 S Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 Be a scientist by exploring light and shadow. Investigate how light interacts with other objects with some fun, hands-on activities. This program is ideal for ages 5 and up. For more information, contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2511.
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Family Garden Workshop:Square-Foot Gardening 2022-05-19T18:00:00Join us for the first Family Garden Workshop of the season! Each session we will explore different hands-on gardening concepts. This month will involve learning about square-foot gardens and creating your own to take home. The adult portion of the program will be led by Master Gardener Hughes Roberts, while Hollie will lead the youth. This workshop is great for families with children of all ages. Space is limited, so registration is required. For more information or to sign up, contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2561.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Join us for the first Family Garden Workshop of the season! Each session we will explore different hands-on gardening concepts. This month will involve learning about square-foot gardens and creating your own to take home. The adult portion of the program will be led by Master Gardener Hughes Roberts, while Hollie will lead the youth. This workshop is great for families with children of all ages. Space is limited, so registration is required. For more information or to sign up, contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2561.
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Chess 1012022-05-20T15:30:00Challenge and enhance your chess skills with chess instructor Bruce Goodwin. Basic knowledge of chess moves is desirable. This program is ideal for ages 8 and up. No registration is required. For more information, call 828.648.2924.
Event LocationWaynesvilleNC28786 Challenge and enhance your chess skills with chess instructor Bruce Goodwin. Basic knowledge of chess moves is desirable. This program is ideal for ages 8 and up. No registration is required. For more information, call 828.648.2924.
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NCBC - Haywood is a fun, energetic, and highly interactive book club for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We meet on the second and fourth Mondays. For more information, email Jennifer at Jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2561.
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Watercolor Bookmarks2022-05-23T16:00:00Calling all crafty teens! Join resident artist Joan Doyle to create vibrant watercolor bookmarks. These unique floral designs are perfect for Spring. This program is ideal for teens ages 12 to 17. There are limited spots available, so registration is required. For more information or to sign up, contact Hollie at hollie.locke@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2567.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Calling all crafty teens! Join resident artist Joan Doyle to create vibrant watercolor bookmarks. These unique floral designs are perfect for Spring. This program is ideal for teens ages 12 to 17. There are limited spots available, so registration is required. For more information or to sign up, contact Hollie at hollie.locke@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2567.
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Cut the Cost of College with CFNC2022-05-23T17:30:00A representative from the College Foundation of NC will show you how you can cut the cost of college! Waynesville Library auditorium. No registration required. For more information contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov
Event LocationWaynesvilleNC28786 A representative from the College Foundation of NC will show you how you can cut the cost of college! Waynesville Library auditorium. No registration required. For more information contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov
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Wiggle Worms Storytime2022-05-24T10:30:00Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. All storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will move inside if the weather is poor. Certified therapy dogs may be present during this storytime. For more information please contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.
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678 South Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. All storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will move inside if the weather is poor. Certified therapy dogs may be present during this storytime. For more information please contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.
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Decorate a Bag2022-05-24T15:30:00Get ready for summer and decorate your own bag that you can fill with books to take along on vacation. This program is ideal for tweens and teens ages 10 and up. Space is limited so registration is required. For more information or to sign up, contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2511.
Auditorium678 S Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 Get ready for summer and decorate your own bag that you can fill with books to take along on vacation. This program is ideal for tweens and teens ages 10 and up. Space is limited so registration is required. For more information or to sign up, contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2511.
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Mother Goose Storytime2022-05-25T10:30:00This storytime focuses on rhymes, songs, and simple stories to promote early literacy. Target ages 0-2. All storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will move inside in inclement weather. Certified therapy dogs may be present during this storytime. For more information please contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.
Waynesville Library678 S Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 This storytime focuses on rhymes, songs, and simple stories to promote early literacy. Target ages 0-2. All storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will move inside in inclement weather. Certified therapy dogs may be present during this storytime. For more information please contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.
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Greenies Wednesday Garden Club2022-05-25T11:00:00Learn about plants and gardening in this hands-on monthly meeting of Greenies Garden Club for adults with disabilities. Each meeting we will enjoy a hands-on experience creating and nurturing our garden projects. Meets on the 4th Wednesdays monthly. To join contact Jennifer Stuart.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Learn about plants and gardening in this hands-on monthly meeting of Greenies Garden Club for adults with disabilities. Each meeting we will enjoy a hands-on experience creating and nurturing our garden projects. Meets on the 4th Wednesdays monthly. To join contact Jennifer Stuart.
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Cookin' the Books Cookbook Club2022-05-25T12:30:00This book club is at capacity. For more information or to be added to the waiting list contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@Haywoodcountync.gov
Waynesville Library678 S Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 This book club is at capacity. For more information or to be added to the waiting list contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@Haywoodcountync.gov
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Red Cross Blood Drive2022-05-25T13:00:00We proudly partner with the Red Cross to host a Blood Drive at the Canton branch. The need in our area is greater than ever! Give blood and help save lives! Walk-ins welcome, appointments encouraged. Sign up today at redcrossblood.org, through the Blood Donor App, or contact Jennifer at 828.356.2561.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 We proudly partner with the Red Cross to host a Blood Drive at the Canton branch. The need in our area is greater than ever! Give blood and help save lives! Walk-ins welcome, appointments encouraged. Sign up today at redcrossblood.org, through the Blood Donor App, or contact Jennifer at 828.356.2561.
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Move & Groove Storytime2022-05-26T10:30:00Move & Groove is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. This program occurs every Thursday at the Canton Branch Library from 10:30-11:00 AM. For the month of May, all storytimes will be held outside unless there is poor weather, so feel free to bring a blanket to sit on. For more information please contact Hollie at hollie.locke@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2567
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Move & Groove is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. This program occurs every Thursday at the Canton Branch Library from 10:30-11:00 AM. For the month of May, all storytimes will be held outside unless there is poor weather, so feel free to bring a blanket to sit on. For more information please contact Hollie at hollie.locke@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2567
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Zaniac: Coding With Dash Bots2022-05-26T15:30:00Join Ms. Hollie and Zaniac to learn simple drag-and-drop coding to program the dash bot around an obstacle course. This program is ideal for children ages 8 and up. There is a limited number of spots available, so registration is required. For more information or to sign up, contact Hollie at hollie.locke@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2567.
Canton Library11 Pennsylvania AvenueCantonNC28716 Join Ms. Hollie and Zaniac to learn simple drag-and-drop coding to program the dash bot around an obstacle course. This program is ideal for children ages 8 and up. There is a limited number of spots available, so registration is required. For more information or to sign up, contact Hollie at hollie.locke@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2567.
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NCMA Take & Make Kit2022-05-27T09:00:00The library has partnered with the NC Museum of Art to bring you a special craft kit! Get creative and inspired by renowned NCMA art and artists in the comfort of your own home. This activity kit comes with materials plus written instructions for a complete hands-on project! This program is ideal for children ages 6 and up. Take & Make Kits will be available to pick up starting April 29 at all library locations, while supplies last. Kits cannot be reserved over the phone. For more information, contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511
Event LocationWaynesvilleNC28786 The library has partnered with the NC Museum of Art to bring you a special craft kit! Get creative and inspired by renowned NCMA art and artists in the comfort of your own home. This activity kit comes with materials plus written instructions for a complete hands-on project! This program is ideal for children ages 6 and up. Take & Make Kits will be available to pick up starting April 29 at all library locations, while supplies last. Kits cannot be reserved over the phone. For more information, contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511
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Chess 1012022-05-27T15:30:00Challenge and enhance your chess skills with chess instructor Bruce Goodwin. Basic knowledge of chess moves is desirable. This program is ideal for ages 8 and up. No registration is required. For more information, call 828.648.2924.
Event LocationWaynesvilleNC28786 Challenge and enhance your chess skills with chess instructor Bruce Goodwin. Basic knowledge of chess moves is desirable. This program is ideal for ages 8 and up. No registration is required. For more information, call 828.648.2924.
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Tech Tuesday2022-05-31T09:00:00Join us for two Tuesdays of the month in person at the Waynesville Library from 9am-11am. Staff will be available to answer questions and assist you in the use of computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. Staff cannot directly touch devices. No appointments necessary.
Waynesville Library678 S Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 Join us for two Tuesdays of the month in person at the Waynesville Library from 9am-11am. Staff will be available to answer questions and assist you in the use of computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. Staff cannot directly touch devices. No appointments necessary.
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Wiggle Worms Storytime2022-05-31T10:30:00Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. All storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will move inside if the weather is poor. Certified therapy dogs may be present during this storytime. For more information please contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.
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678 South Haywood StreetWaynesvilleNC28786 Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. All storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will move inside if the weather is poor. Certified therapy dogs may be present during this storytime. For more information please contact Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.
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