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Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

Enjoy coffee or tea while discussing the October book selection Long Man by Amy Greene. Pick up a copy of the book at the Canton Branch. To register, call 828-356-2561.

Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

Are you batty about bats? Learn about the importance of these nocturnal animals in our ecosystem, threats to bat populations, and how you can help protect these beautiful animals. After creating a bat friend, you can let everyone know how batty you are about bats! Ideal for ages 4 and up. Take & Make Kits will be available on October 4 at the all branches, while supplies last and cannot be reserved. For more information, contact Kim at kim.walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

This storytime focuses on rhymes, songs, and simple stories to promote early literacy. Target ages 0-2. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

An exciting, interactive music and movement storytime. Ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information, contact Ashlyn at Ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov or at 828-356-2567.

Adopting new healthy lifestyle habits can improve the health of your brain and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline. The second event in this series, "Healthy Eating the Mediterranean Way" highlights the importance of a healthy diet for brain health. Waynsville library auditorium. Participants will receive a take and make kit! Brought to you by The Alzheimers Association, Haywood Healthcare Foundation and the Waynesville Library. Registration required. Contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2507

Stretch and relax in this movement program for caregivers or anyone seeking restoration and stress relief. To register, contact Jennifer at Jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

Receive help with your job search on the second floor of the Waynesville branch. For more information, contact 828.456.6061 or visit https://www.ncworks.gov.

Challenge and enhance your chess skills with chess instructor Bruce Goodwin. Basic knowledge of chess moves is desirable. Ideal for all ages. For more information, call 828-648-2924.

Learn how to turn simple items like dried flowers and waxed paper into a lovely luminary. Kits available at all library locations while they last. For more information contact Kathy at kathy.olsen@Haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2507

NCBC - Haywood is a fun, energetic, and highly interactive book club, ideal for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information, email Jennifer at Jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2561.

Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

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. Registration Required - Call 828-356-2561.

Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

With the holidays just around the corner, it’s time to DIY! In this series, teens will learn how to make spectacular holiday gifts. In this program, we will learn how to make fall scented bath bombs. Ideal for high school-aged students. Registration Required. To register, email Ashlyn Godleski at ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov.

This storytime focuses on rhymes, songs, and simple stories to promote early literacy. Target ages 0-2. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

Practice your reading with therapy dog Toddy! Open, by appointment, to elementary-aged children and adults developing their reading skills. To register, contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

Learn how to make decoupage earrings. Participants will each make 1 pair. All materials provided. Waynesville library auditorium. Registration required. Contact Kathy at kathy.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2507

An exciting, interactive music and movement storytime. Ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information, contact Ashlyn at Ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov or at 828-356-2567.

Adopting new healthy lifestyle habits can improve the health of your brain and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline. The last event in this series is a discussion of the book "Keep Sharp: Build a Better Brain at any age" by Sanjay Gupta and highlights the importance of social engagement for brain health. Waynsville library auditorium. Book is provided, can be picked up beginning September 18 at the Waynesville library. Brought to you by The Alzheimers Association, Haywood Healthcare Foundation and the Waynesville Library. Registration required and space is limited! Contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2507

Make some noise and learn about the science of sound with this simple DIY harmonica. Ideal for elementary aged children. Kits will be available beginning October 13 at all library branches while supplies last and cannot be reserved. For more information, email Kim at kim.walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

Stretch and relax in this movement program for caregivers or anyone seeking restoration and stress relief. To register, contact Jennifer at Jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

Challenge and enhance your chess skills with chess instructor Bruce Goodwin. Basic knowledge of chess moves is desirable. Ideal for all ages. For more information, call 828-648-2924.

Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

The North Carolina Symphony’s Music Discovery program, funded by PNC Grow Up Great, is geared for preschool and elementary-age children and their families. The 30-minute will feature NC Symphony bass trombonist Matt Neff playing and talking about his instrument, reading a book about music, and sharing how other instruments make their sounds – plus more surprises! For more information, contact Kim Walzer at 828.356.2512 or kim..walzer@haywoodcountync.gov.

Bring a small glass vessel and learn how to etch using Armour Etch. Registration is required. Waynesville library auditorium. Contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2507

This storytime focuses on rhymes, songs, and simple stories to promote early literacy. Target ages 0-2. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

The Library Board of Trustees provides leadership, advocacy, and direction for the Haywood County Public Library and meets the third Wednesday of every month. Meetings are open to the public. For more information, contact the Waynesville branch at 828.452.5169.

Using alcohol inks, learn how to make a beautiful ring bowl. All materials provided. Waynesville library auditorium. Registration required. Contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2507

Stretch and relax in this movement program for caregivers or anyone seeking restoration and stress relief. To register, contact Jennifer at Jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

Challenge and enhance your chess skills with chess instructor Bruce Goodwin. Basic knowledge of chess moves is desirable. Ideal for all ages. For more information, call 828-648-2924.

Get creative with this spooky ghost craft! Ideal for pre-school and early elementary-aged students. Kits will be available at all Library branches while supplies last. For more information, email Ashlyn Godleski at ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2567.

NCBC - Haywood is a fun, energetic, and highly interactive book club, ideal for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information, email Jennifer at Jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2561.

Practice your reading with therapy dog Toddy! Open, by appointment, to elementary-aged children and adults developing their reading skills. To register, contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

Learn how easy it is to make healthy, probiotic sauerkraut! Waynesville library auditorium. Registration required. Contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2507

Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

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. Registration Required - Call 828-356-2561.

Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

Develop your drawing techniques and learn to see as an artist sees. All materials provided. Registration is required. To register, contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2561.

This storytime focuses on rhymes, songs, and simple stories to promote early literacy. Target ages 0-2. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

In this special session of Little Ones Learn, the Haywood County Health Department will demonstrate and share tasty and nutritious recipes while the children enjoy creative play. Ideal for children 6 months to 3 years old. To register, contact Ashlyn at ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov or at 828-356-2567.

Make a sweet mini book in this papercraft class for adults. To register, contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

An exciting, interactive music and movement storytime. Ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information, contact Ashlyn at Ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov or at 828-356-2567.

Learn how to make various sizes and shapes of paper beads. All materials are provided. Waynesville library auditorium. Registration required. Contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@Haywoodcountync.gov or 828.356.2507

October's book selection is Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead. Pick up your copy of the book at the Canton Library. Registration Required - Call 828-356-2561.

Decorate your very own ceramic mini pumpkin trinket tray. Ideal for elementary and middle school-aged students. Registration Required. To register, email Ashlyn Godleski at ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov.

Think you know a lot about our eight-legged friends, the Arachnids? Come compete with other nerdy, nature know-it-alls of all ages in a Trivia Contest all about spiders and their amazing adaptations. Points will be given, facts will be learned, and fun will be had. Ideal for elementary aged children. Registration is required. For more information or to register email Kim at kim.walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

Stretch and relax in this movement program for caregivers or anyone seeking restoration and stress relief. To register, contact Jennifer at Jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

Bring a new or gently used jigsaw puzzle and exchange it for another puzzle! For information contact Jennifer at Jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

Challenge and enhance your chess skills with chess instructor Bruce Goodwin. Basic knowledge of chess moves is desirable. Ideal for all ages. For more information, call 828-648-2924.

Do you have a historical item or photograph involving Champion Paper Company? Bring up to 5 documents to be scanned and take home a digital copy for yourself. This event is in partnership with the Canton Area Historical Museum and WCU. For information, contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

Do you have a historical item or photograph involving Champion Paper Company? Bring up to 5 documents to be scanned and take home a digital copy for yourself. This event is in partnership with the Canton Area Historical Museum and WCU. For information, contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

Wiggle Worms is an exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2 to 6 years. For more information please contact Kim at Kim.Walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.

Join us as we celebrate Book-O-Ween! Come dressed up as your favorite book character for this fun themed storytime. Take & Make craft kits will be available after the program. Ideal for pre-school-aged children. For more information, email Ashlyn Godleski at ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov.