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NOVEMBER HOLIDAYS Library & County Facilities Will Be Closed November 11 - 13 Veteran's Day November 24 - 27 Thanksgiving
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New Study/Meeting Booth at the Waynesville Branch |
Grant funding has allowed the library to acquire a new meeting space! Freestanding, single occupancy meeting booths are perfect for virtual meetings and study purposes. The booth enhances the library's digital inclusion initiatives, and enables users to engage confidently and effectively in virtual meetings. The booth may be reserved by calling Waynesville at 828.452.5169. A booth at the Canton branch will be available soon. The study booths were purchased with grant funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the federal Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the State Library of North Carolina, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
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Wired Wednesday |
Every Wednesday | 3-5PM | Canton |
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. Registration required. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.648.2924. | |
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Tech Tuesday |
Every Tuesday | 9-11AM | Waynesville |
Staff are available to answer questions and assist you in the use of computers, smartphones, and tablets. No appointment necessary. Staff cannot directly touch devices. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.452.5169. | |
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NC WORKS |
Job Assistance | Friday, November 4 |
1:15-4:45PM | Waynesville |
Receive help with your job search on the second floor of the Waynesville. For more information, contact 828.456.6061 or visit https://www.ncworks.gov. |
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Take & Make Kit: |
Faux Druzy Quartz Pendant | Tuesday, November 8 |
All Branches | Make a faux druzy quartz style pendant! Ideal for ages 12+. Take & Make Kits will be available while supplies last and cannot be reserved. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.452.5169. |
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Creative Writing Group |
Tuesday, November 8 & 22 | 10:30AM-12PM | Canton |
Interested in creative writing? Learn writing skills, while sharing and practicing with the support of other aspiring writers. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Friends of the Library Book Swap |
Wednesday, November 9 | 4-6PM | BoSu's Wine Shop | 138 Miller Street, Waynesville |
The Friends of the Library are having their first ever book swap! Bring up to 5 books, in good shape, that you would like to trade. Be prepared to persuade others why they should read them. Take home the same number of books you bring - limit 5. The Book Swap is open to all, with a focus on books for adults. Friends members are free, non-members are $5, which may go towards membership. Light appetizers will be served. Beverages and additional food items will be available for purchase.
No registration is necessary, but to help with planning, please RSVP. For more information or to RSVP, contact the Friends at folhaywoodcounty@gmail.com, or visit their Facebook page.
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Spice it Up! |
Spice Celebration Series | November 10, 2-3PM |
Waynesville Auditorium | Explore a new spice or spice blend each month. At November's meeting, learn about the spice blend za'atar. Attendees will receive a spice sample and will be taste-testing. Registration required. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507. |
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Next Chapter Book Club |
Monday, November 14 & 28 | 12:30-1:30PM | Canton |
NCBC Haywood is a fun, energetic, and highly interactive book club, ideal for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Greenies Art Hour |
Tuesday, November 15 | 9:30-10:30AM | Canton |
Create a beautiful masterpiece! Ideal for adults with disabilities. Registration required. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Filipino Star Lanterns |
Tuesday, November 15 | 1-3PM | Waynesville |
Learn how to make a beautiful Filipino Star Lantern (Parol) and get ready for the holiday season and the 3rd Annual Haywood Lantern Stroll. Brought to you by the The Daydreamz Project, a 501(c)(3) that builds community through creativity and which utilizes the arts to help marginalized groups and peoples empower themselves. Ideal for ages 16+. Registration required. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507. |
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All About Waterfowl |
Tuesday, November 15 | 3:30-4:30AM | Canton |
Fall is a great time to see ducks around rivers and lakes in Haywood County. Pick up some tips for identifying waterfowl in this program through Haywood County Recreation and Parks. Registration required. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Library Board of Trustees |
Wednesday, November 16 | 4:30-6PM | Waynesville Auditorium |
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. | |
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Canton Book Whisperers |
Thursday, November 17 | 1-3PM | Canton |
Looking for a fun and easy going book club? November's read is The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561.
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Virtual Program: Lavender, |
How to Grow & Use It! | Friday, November 18 |
Learn how to grow lavender and use the dried flowers for cleaning, culinary uses, beauty products and so much more. Take & Make Kits will be available while supplies last and cannot be reserved. Access this virtual program and instructions at https://bit.ly/HCPL_NA. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507. |
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Probiotic Pineapple Soda: |
DIY Tepache de Pina | Monday, November 21 |
11AM-12PM | Waynesville Auditorium |
Its fun, easy and economical to make your own probiotic drinks. Attendees will be sampling and will receive written instructions. Registration required. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507. | |
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History Walk: |
Locust Field Cemetery | Wednesday, November 23 |
11AM & 2PM | Canton |
Curious about local history? Take a guided historical walking tour of Locust Field Cemetery! Sign up for either the morning session at 11AM or the afternoon session at 2PM. Registration required. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Macrame Keychain |
Tuesday, November 29 | 11AM-12:30PM | Canton |
Make a fun macrame keychain! Registration required. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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| Middle & High School Programs | |
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Library Election Collection |
Through Saturday, November 5 | Canton | |
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Stop by the Canton Library through November 5 for our youth voting event. Cast a vote for your favorite ice cream flavor! Results will be revealed Tuesday, November 17 at 3:30pm at the Library Election Collection Party. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567.
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The Adventure Awaits |
Book Club | Thursday, November 10 |
3:30-4:30PM | Canton | Adventure is just around the corner with this striking new book club. Join us as we read The Nine Pound Hammer by John Claude Bemis. Ideal for middle school ages. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. |
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Afterschool Adventure Club |
Monday, November 14 | 3:30-5:30PM | Canton |
Middle schoolers - go on an outdoor adventure with Haywood Recreation and Parks (HRP). Meet at the Canton Library for a snack then take the HRP van for a fun outdoor adventure. We'll return to the Canton Library for pick up. Registration required. For information or to register, call Haywood County Recreation and Parks 828.452.6789. |
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Library Election |
Collection Party | Thursday, November 17 |
3:30-4:30PM | Canton | Stop by the Canton Library to find out which ice cream flavor was voted #1. After the results are revealed, join us as we eat ice cream, and learn about the election process. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. |
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Teen Art Club |
Monday, November 21 | 3:30-5:30PM | Canton |
Have fun while exploring artistic mediums and hanging out with friends. Explore a different medium or activity while enjoying snacks in a positive atmosphere. Ideal for middle & early high school ages. Registration required. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561 | |
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Woodland Creature |
Painted Ornaments | Wednesday, November 23 |
3:30-4:30PM | Canton | Design your own ornament with your favorite woodland creature. Ideal for middle & high school ages. Registration required. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. |
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Out of the Box |
Book Club | Monday, November 28 |
3:30-5PM | Canton | Join us as we discuss our favorite books! This book club will meet quarterly and is ideal for all high school ages. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. |
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Nature Teens: |
Resource Sustainability | Tuesday, November 29 |
3:30-5PM | Canton | Join us for a fun program and work in teams to harvest resources from simulated ecosystems, while maximizing profits and minimizing ecological impacts. Dana Miller, with Haywood Soil & Water, will lead. Ideal for middle school ages. Registration required. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561
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Teen Book Boxes |
November 2022 - May 2023 |
Teens can sign up to receive a curated monthly themed book box that includes one book, a craft activity, and some goodies. Only ten boxes are available each month with one week to pick up before it goes to the next person on the waiting list. If you miss one month, you will be placed at on the list for the next month.
To sign up, fill out this Google Form. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828-356-2511.
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Wiggle Worms Storytime |
Every Tuesday | 10:30-11AM | Waynesville |
An exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for children 2-6 years. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. | |
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Mother Goose Storytime |
Every Wednesday | 10:30-11AM | Waynesville |
With a focus on rhymes, songs, and simple stories to promote early literacy, this storytime is ideal for children from birth-2 years. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. | |
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Move & Groove Storytime |
Every Thursday | 10:30-11AM | Canton |
An exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for ages 2-6. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. | |
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Little Ones Learn |
Wednesday, November 16 | 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 preschool ages. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. | |
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| Elementary Programs | |
Ask about board games in the Children's Department! | |
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Constellations in a Jar |
Thursday, November 3 | 3:30-4:30pm | Waynesville |
Join Dana Miller from Haywood County Soil and Water Conservation to learn about some of the constellations, or groups of stars, in our night sky. Create your own constellation in a jar to take home and enjoy! Ideal for elementary ages. Registration required. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. | |
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Take & Make Kit: |
Veteran's Day | Friday, November 4 | All Branches |
Create a special craft to honor the veterans in your family or neighborhood. Take & Make Kits will be available while supplies last and cannot be reserved. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. | |
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Chess 101 |
Friday, November 4 & 18 | 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+. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. |
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Paper Moon Puppets |
Present Cinderella | Saturday, November 5 |
10AM & 2PM| Waynesville | Marionettes will act out the beloved classic fairy tale, Cinderella. Showtimes are 10am & 2pm. Ideal for all ages. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. |
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Virtual Program: |
Indian Corn Craft | Monday, November 7 |
All Branches | Learn how to create your own Indian corn! Take & Make Kits will be available while supplies last and cannot be reserved.
Access all virtual programs at https://bit.ly/HCPL_NA. Ideal for elementary ages. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. |
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Take & Make Kit: |
Stain, Splash, Spread | Monday, November 14 |
All Branches |
The library partners with the NC Museum of Art to offer a kit with materials to create a colorful painting inspired by artist Sam Gilliam’s process in his work, Last September IV. Ideal for ages 6+. Take & Make Kits will be available while supplies last and cannot be reserved. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. |
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Thanksgiving Paper Art |
Monday, November 14 | 3:30-4:30PM | Waynesville |
Make some fun Thanksgiving themed paper crafts just in time for fall. Ideal for elementary ages. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. | |
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Homeschool STEAM |
Tuesday, November 15 | 1-2PM | Canton |
Take part in hands-on learning using the principles of STEAM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Meets the first Wednesday of every month. Open to all homeschool students. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. |
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Leave the Leaves |
Tuesday, November 15 | 3:30-4:30PM | Waynesville |
Join Balsam Mountain Trust and learn to leave the leaves in fall. Removing leaves eliminates vital wildlife habitats. So don't rake and leave the leaves! Ideal for children of all ages. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. | |
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Take & Make Kit: |
Paper Hand Turkey | Monday, November 21 |
All Branches | Thanksgiving is not complete without creating your own paper hand turkey! Ideal for elementary ages. Take & Make Kits will be available while supplies last and cannot be reserved. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. |
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Lego Free Play |
Tuesday, November 22 | 3:30-4:30PM | Canton |
Do you love Legos? All blocks are provided! Ideal for elementary ages. For more information, contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. | |
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"Billy Willy the Wild" with Dusk Weaver |
Tuesday, November 29 | 3:30-4:30PM | Waynesville Auditorium |
Want to hear a new heartwarming holiday story that’s also a rollicking adventure? Author Dusk Weaver will give a theatrical reading of his book, “Bill Willy the Wild…Who Isn’t a Boy at All!” Dusk will trot out props with wild gesticulations, a barrage of delicious vocabulary, and unbounded enthusiasm for the tale to be told. Ideal for ages 2-102. For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. |
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| Our Support: Friends & Foundation |
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Thank you for remembering the Friends of the Library and the Library Foundation in your charitable giving and estate planning.
Your support ensures the future of a strong library system. Visit the library's website for giving information. |
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We look forward to serving you! |
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