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What's New! |  | Seed Library Opening | Monday, February 27 | All Day | Waynesville | The Seed Library of Waynesville, located in the NC Room at the Waynesville branch,
is a great resource you may not be aware of!
Library cardholders may take up to 5 packets of seeds.
Click Here to view our inventory.
The Seed Library welcomes seed donations that are clearly marked
with seed name and variety, and your contact information.
We offer only open-pollinated vegetable or herb seeds (no hybrids and no flowers).
The Seed Library will remain open until all the seeds are gone.
For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507 | |  | The Friends' New Website | Click Here or visit http://folhaywoodcounty.org/
for the latest news about the Friends, the Used Book Shop,
membership information, and how to donate to support library programming
and the future of library services in Haywood County. | |
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| Adult Programs |  | Adult Winter Reading Challenge | Through February 28 | Cozy up with a book and win some great prizes! To get started, register at any Haywood County branch.
Complete at least 5 of the activities suggested and turn in your card
for a chance to receive the grand prize.
For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507
or the Canton Branch at 828.648.2924. | |
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Enriching Mental Health with | Complementary Treatments | presented by Vaya Health | Wednesday, February 1 | 2-3PM | Waynesville Auditorium | Learn about a variety of treatments for overall mental health that can support managing everyday stressors and improving wellness, such as mindfulness, meditation, spirituality, and yoga. One CEC will be earned.
Registration required.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507 or sign up here. | |
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Handmade Valentine's Day | Card with Seed Paper | Tuesday, February 7 | 2-3PM | Waynesville Auditorium | Wildflower seed paper in the shape of a heart...just in time for Valentine's Day!
Ideal for ages 14+. Registration required.
To register, or for more information, contact
the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507. | |
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Reading with Rover | Meet & Greet | Monday, February 13
2-3PM | Canton
| Wednesday, February 15 | 3:30-4:30PM | Canton | Learn about the Reading with Rover program and meet therapy dog, Toddy.
Reading with Rover begins in March and is open, by appointment, to children and adults developing their reading skills.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Second Tuesday Movie | Tuesday, February 14 | 2-4PM | Waynesville Auditorium | Join us for a film and popcorn!
Auditorium doors open at 1:45pm.
Movies will be shown every other month.
No registration required.
For more information, or for movie title, contact the
Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507. | |
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Successful Recycling | Tuesday, February 14 | 3:30-5PM | Canton | The Environmental Leadership Group from Haywood Early College and Zondra Kuykendall, Haywood County Recycling Coordinator, will guide you on maintaining a successful home recycling program.
Registration required.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Crayon & Resin Pendants | Tuesday, February 21 | 3:30-5PM | Canton | Create a beautiful pendant
from crayons and resin!
Ideal for adults and teens.
Registration required.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561 | |
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Greenies Cooking | Wednesday, February 22 | 1-2:30PM | Canton | Try easy and delicious farm-to-table recipes! In each session, learn to prepare vegetables planted in the Giving Garden.
Ideal for adults with disabilities.
Registration required.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Fresh Cheese Three Ways | Thursday, February 23 | 6-7PM | Waynesville | Fresh cheese is so fun and easy to make. Learn how to make paneer, cream cheese, and ricotta, all from the same recipe! Attendees will be taste testing. Registration required. To register, and for more information, contact the Waynesville Branch
at 828.356.2507. | |
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Helena Hunt Concert | Sunday, February 26 | 3-4PM | Canton | Local favorite, Helena Hunt, will play traditional and original tunes for a Sunday afternoon concert at the Canton Branch.
For more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Tech Tuesday | Every Tuesday in February | 9-11AM | Waynesville | Staff are available to answer questions and assist you in the use of computers, smartphones, and tablets.
Staff cannot directly touch devices.
For more information, contact the
Waynesville Branch at 828.452.5169. | |
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Wired Wednesday | Every Wednesday in February | 3-5PM | Canton | Sign-up for one-on-one technology help!
Staff will be available, by appointment,
to answer questions and assist you in the use of computers, smartphones, and tablets.
Registration required.
For more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.648.2924. | |
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NC WORKS | Job Assistance | Friday, February 3 | 1:15-4:45PM | Waynesville | 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. | |
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Spice It Up! | Spice Celebration Series | Thursday, February 9 | 2-4PM | Waynesville Auditorium | At the February meeting, learn about Fenugreek. Attendees will receive a spice sample and will be taste testing.
Registration required.
To register, and for more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507. | |
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Next Chapter Book Club | Monday, February 13 & 27 | 12:30-1:30PM | Canton | NCBC Haywood is a fun, energetic, and highly interactive book club, ideal for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities,
and open to all.
For more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Library Board of Trustees | Wednesday, February 15 | 4-5:30PM | 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, February 16 | 1-3PM | Canton | Looking for a fun and easygoing book club? Join the Book Whisperers! February's choice is
"The Kitchen Front" by Jennifer Ryan.
Registration required.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Watercolor Class | Monday, February 27, | 3-5PM | Canton | Learn watercolor technique with local artist, Joan Doyle! Registration required.
To register, and for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Youth Winter Reading Challenge | Pick up a BINGO challenge sheet at any library branch and see how many fun tasks you can do, such as reading while drinking hot cocoa or a Take & Make Kit!
Turn in your completed BINGO sheet at the Waynesville or Canton branches
for a free book and a chance to win the grand prize basket full of goodies!
Ideal for youth up to 18 years.
For more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511
or the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. |
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STEAM Club | Wednesday, February 1 | 1-2PM | Canton | Take part in hands-on learning using the principles of Science, Technology,
Engineering, Art, and Math.
Ideal for elementary, middle,
and high school ages.
For more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. | |
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Youth | Card Making Workshop | Thursday, February 2 | 3:30-4:30PM | Canton | Create a handmade Valentine’s Day card.
Ideal for middle & high school students.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567 | |
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Handmade Valentine's Day | Card with Seed Paper | Tuesday, February 7 | 2-3PM | Waynesville Auditorium | Wildflower seed paper in the shape of a heart...just in time for Valentine's Day!
Ideal for ages 14+. Registration required.
To register, or for more information, contact
the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2507. | |
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Teen Art Club | Monday, February 13 | 3:30-5PM | Canton | The Teen Art Club explores a different
medium or activity each month.
Ideal for middle school and
early high school students.
Registration required.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561 | |
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The Adventure Awaits | Book Club | Thursday, February 16 | 3:30-4:30PM | Canton | This month we will read any book with a
hero main character.
Ideal for middle school students.
For more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. | |
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Crayon & Resin Pendants | Tuesday, February 21 | 3:30-5PM | Canton | Create a beautiful pendant from crayons and resin! Ideal for adults and teens. Registration required.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561 | |
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End of Winter Reading Celebration |
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Tuesday, February 28
3:30-4:40PM |
Canton |
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Thursday, March 2
3:30pm - 4:30pm | First United Methodist Church, Waynesville |
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Celebrate the end of winter reading with an interactive program - get up close and personal with turtles, lizards, and geckos from the aquarium & shark lab by Team ECCO. Registration required. Ideal for elementary, middle, and high school students.
In person registration required.
Contact the Canton branch at 828-356-2561 or the Waynesville branch at 828-356-2511. |
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|  | Get Literary: A Teen Book Bag | What is it?
Teens can sign up to receive a specially curated book bag at no cost!
Bags will include a brand-new copy of a book related to the month's theme,
book recommendations, and a few goodies. How Does It Work?
1. Fill out the online form here.
2. Wait to be contacted.
Only twelve boxes will be available each month - first come, first serve.
If you miss out one month, you will be placed on the waitlist.
3. Pick up your Get Literary bag at your local library branch.
What Should I Expect?
All items inside the bag will be a surprise and are yours to keep!
Once contacted, you will have 7 days to pick up your bag.
Want to talk about the book you read? Join us for the Out of The Box Book Club! | |
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Wiggle Worms Storytime | Every Tuesday in February | 10:30-11AM | Waynesville | An exciting, interactive music and movement storytime ideal for ages 2-6.
For more information, contact the
Waynesville branch at 828.356.2511. | |
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123 Play with Me | CURRENT WORKSHOP IS FULL |
| A weekly session for children
(6 months to 3 years old) to experience creative play and art exploration.
For more information about the next workshop,
contact the Canton branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Mother Goose Storytime | Every Wednesday in February | 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 in February | 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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| Elementary Programs | | Ask about board games in the Children's Department! | |
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STEAM Club | Wednesday, February 1 | 1-2PM | Canton | Take part in hands-on learning using the principles of Science, Technology,
Engineering, Art, and Math.
Ideal for elementary, middle, and
high school ages.
For more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. | |
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Take & Make Kit: | Love Bugs | Monday, February 6 | Create your very own love bug!
Ideal for elementary ages.
Take & Make Kits will be available while supplies last and cannot be reserved.
Kits may contain small parts
that could pose a choking hazard.
For more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. | |
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Kids DIY | Marble Suncatchers | Monday, February 6 | 3:30-4:430PM | Capture the rays of the sun and brighten the winter days with this easy, colorful sun catcher. Ideal for ages 5+.
Registration required.
To register, and for more information, contact the Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. | |
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Lego Free Play | Tuesday, February 7 | 3:30-4:30PM | Canton | Create a masterpiece made from Legos.
All blocks are provided!
Ideal for elementary ages.
For more information, contact the
Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. | |
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EcoExplore: Ornithology | Thursday, February 9 | 4-5PM | Canton | Explore the unique features and diversity of Western North Carolina birds with The North Carolina Arboretum and ecoExplore.
Ideal for elementary ages.
Registration required.
To register, and for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. | |
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Paper Moon Puppets: | Hansel & Gretel | Saturday, February 11 | 10AM & 2PM | Waynesville Auditorium | The tale of Hansel and Gretel comes to life through the puppet artistry of Paper Moon Puppets. Don’t miss this family friendly show, at 10am AND 2pm.
For more information, contact the
Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. | |
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Reading with Rover | Meet & Greet | Monday, February 13
2-3PM | Canton
| Wednesday, February 15 | 3:30-4:30PM | Canton | Learn about the Reading with Rover program and meet therapy dog, Toddy.
Reading with Rover begins in March and is open, by appointment, to children and adults developing their reading skills.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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Take & Make Kit: | Puzzle Piece Valentine | Monday, February 13 | Make a Valentine’s Day craft using popsicle sticks and old puzzle pieces. Ideal for all ages.
Take & Make Kits will be available while supplies last and cannot be reserved.
Kits may contain small parts
that could pose a choking hazard.
For more information, contact the
Waynesville Branch at 828.356.2511. | |
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Take & Make Kit: | Handprint Bald Eagle | Monday, February 20 | Happy Presidents’ Day!
Create your very own Bald Eagle out of paper.
Ideal for elementary ages.
Take & Make Kits will be available while supplies last and cannot be reserved.
Kits may contain small parts
that could pose a choking hazard.
For more information,
contact the Canton Branch at 828.356.2567. | |
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Kids DIY Birdseed Wreath | Friday, February 24 | 2-3PM | Waynesville Auditorium | Take care of our feathered friends with this easy birdseed wreaths.
Ideal for elementary ages.
Registration required.
To register, or for more information,
contact the Waynesville Branch
at 828.356.2511. | |
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Chess 101 | Every Friday in February | 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 all ages. For more information, contact the
Canton Branch at 828.356.2561. | |
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End of Winter Reading Celebration |
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Tuesday, February 28
3:30-4:40PM |
Canton |
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Thursday, March 2
3:30pm - 4:30pm | First United Methodist Church, Waynesville |
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Celebrate the end of winter reading with an interactive program - get up close and personal with turtles, lizards, and geckos from the aquarium & shark lab by Team ECCO. Registration required. Ideal for elementary, middle, and high school students.
In person registration required.
Contact the Canton branch at 828-356-2561 or the Waynesville branch at 828-356-2511. |
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| Our Support: Friends & Foundation |
| 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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