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Events now meeting in person - join us!
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Creative Writing GroupMonday, May 2 & 16 3:30-5pm, Canton Interested in creative writing? Learn writing skills, while sharing and practicing with the support of other aspiring writers. For more information, contact Jennifer at or 828.356.2561.
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Tech TuesdayTuesday, May 3, 17, 31 9-11am, Waynesville Staff will answer questions and assist you with the use of computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. No appointment necessary. For more information, contact Zachary at or 828.356.2502.
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Wired WednesdayWednesday, May 4, 11, 18, 25 3-5pm, Canton Sign up for one-on-one, technology assistance. Staff will be available by appointment only to assist in the use of computers, smartphones and tablets. For more information or to sign up, contact Jennifer at or 828.356.2561.
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Aged French Garden Pot Thursday, May 5 2-3:30pm, Waynesville Make a beautiful "aged French style" garden pot. Bring your own 6-8 inch terra cotta pot. All other materials provided. Registration required, adults only. For more information, contact Kathy at or 828.356.2507.
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NC Works Job Search Assistance Friday, May 6 1:15-4:45pm, Waynesville Receive help with your job search on the second floor of the Waynesville branch. No appointment necessary. For more information, call 828.456.6061
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Next Chapter Book ClubMonday, May 9 & 23 12:30-1:30pm, Canton NCBC Haywood is a fun, energetic, and highly interactive book club, ideal for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information, contact Jennifer at or 828.356.2561.
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Starter Plant Swap Friday, May 13 1-4pm, Waynesville Auditorium Starter plant swap brought to you by the Seed Lending Library. Vegetables, flowers and herbs welcome. All participants are expected to bring clearly marked starter plants to share. For more information, contact Kathy at or 828.356.2507.
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Greenies Tuesday Garden Club Tuesday, May 17 12:30-1:30pm, Canton Learn about plants and gardening in this hands-on group, ideal for adults with disabilities. Meets on the 3rd Tuesdays monthly. For more information, contact Jennifer at call 828.356.2561.
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Senior Resource Center Book Club Wednesday, May 18, 2-4pm Senior Resource Center This monthly book club is hosted at the SRC and sponsored by the library. Books are provided by the Waynesville branch. For more information, contact Kathy at or 828.356.2507
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Library Board of Trustees Wednesday, May 18, 4:30-6pm Waynesville Auditorium The Library Board of Trustees provides leadership, advocacy, and direction for the Haywood County Public Library. The Board meets the third Wednesday. Meetings are open to the public. Authorities: North Carolina General Statutes 153A-261, 263, 265 and 266.
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All About DementiaThursday, May 19 2-3pm, Waynesville Auditorium Dementia refers to a group of brain disorders that make it hard to remember, think clearly, make decisions, and control emotions. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. No registration required. For more information, contact Kathy at or 828.356.2507.
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Canton Book Club Thursday, May 19 3:30-5pm, Canton Looking for an easy-going and fun book club? Join the Book Whisperers! May's book selection is The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen by Hendrik Groen - "a funny and tender-hearted tale about friendship, love, and an old man who is young at heart." For more information, contact Jennifer at or 828.356.2561.
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Cut the Cost of College with CFNC Monday, May 23, 5:30-6:30pm Waynesville Auditorium A representative from the College Fund of NC will show you how you can cut the cost of college! No registration required. For more information, contact Kathy at or 828.356.2507.
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Greenies Wednesday Garden Club Wednesday, May 25 11-12pm, Canton Learn about plants and gardening in this hands-on group, ideal for adults with disabilities. For more information, contact Jennifer at call 828.356.2561.
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Taco Earbud HoldersMonday, May 2 3:30-4:30pm, Waynesville Join us and make your very own taco earbud holders. Ideal for ages 8+. Registration is required. For more information, contact Lisa at or 828.356.2511.
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Watercolor Bookmarks Monday, May 23 4-5pm, Canton Calling all crafty teens! Join resident artist Joan Doyle to create vibrant watercolor bookmarks, perfect for spring. Ideal for ages 12-17. Registration is required. For more information, contact Hollie at or 828.356.2567.
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Wiggle Worms StorytimeTuesday, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:30-11am, Waynesville An exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for ages 2-6. Storytimes will be held outside, weather-permitting - bring a blanket to sit on! Certified therapy dogs may be present. For more information, contact Lisa at or 828.356.2511.
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Mother Goose StorytimeWednesday, May 4, 11, 18, 25 10:30-11am, Waynesville An interactive storytime with a focus on rhymes, songs, and short stories, ideal for ages 0-2. Storytimes will be held outside, weather-permitting - bring a blanket to sit on! Certified therapy dogs may be present. For more information, contact Lisa at or 828.356.2511.
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Star Wars Take & Make Kit Wednesday, May 4 May the Fourth be with you! Ideal for youth of all ages. Take & Make Kits will be available at all library branches, and cannot be reserved by phone. For more information, contact Lisa at or 828.356.2511.
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Move & Groove Storytime Thursday, May 5, 12, 19, 26 10:30-11am, Canton An exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for ages 2-6. Storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting - bring a blanket to sit on! For more information, contact Hollie at or 828.356.2567.
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Little Sprouts Gardening Club Tuesday, May 10 11-12pm, Canton Join Ms. Hollie in this hands-on gardening club where children can gain real-world experience growing and nurturing their own plants. Ideal for ages 6-12. For more information, contact Hollie at or 828.356.2567.
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Plants & PollinatorsThursday, May 12 3:30-4:30pm, Canton Jump into spring as we learn about plants and pollinators with a take-home wildflower seed bomb. Program in partnership with Dana Miller from Haywood County Soil and Water Conservation District. Ideal for elementary students. Registration is required. For more information, contact Hollie at or 828.356.2567.
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Afternoon Board GamesTuesday, May 17 3:30-4:30pm, Waynesville Drop in with the family and bond over your favorite board games like Sorry, Boggle, Trouble, and more! No registration required. For more information, contact Lisa at or 828.356.2511.
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Little Ones Learn Wednesday, May 18 10-11am, Canton Meet and socialize with parents and their little ones, learn about childhood development, and practice techniques for supporting early literacy skills ideal for ages 6 months-3 years. Held outside, weather-permitting - bring a blanket to sit on! For more information, contact Hollie at or 828.356.2567.
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Elementary STEAM: Light & Shadow Thursday, May 19 3:30-4:30pm Waynesville Auditorium Be a scientist by exploring light and shadow. Investigate how light interacts with other objects with fun, hands-on activities. Ideal for ages 5+. No registration required. For more information, contact Lisa at or 828.356.2511.
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Chess 101Friday, May 20 & 27 3:30-4:30pm, Canton Challenge and enhance your chess skills with chess instructor Bruce Goodwin. Basic knowledge of chess moves is desirable. Ideal for ages 8+. No registration required. For more information, contact Hollie at or 828.356.2567.
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Zaniac: Coding with Dash Bots Thursday, May 26 3:30-4:30pm, Canton Branch Join Ms. Hollie and Zaniac to learn simple drag-and-drop coding to program the dash bot around an obstacle course. Ideal for ages 8+. Registration is required. For more information, contact Hollie at or 828.356.2567.
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NC Museum of Art Take & Make Kit Celebrate the arrival of spring by creating a nature-filled suncatcher, taking cues from Jacob Lawrence’s drawing, In the Garden. Ideal for ages 6+. Take & Make Kits will be available at all library branches, and cannot be reserved by phone. For more information, contact Lisa at or 828.356.2511.
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