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What's New at the Library
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Local Delights - Apple Stack Cake Tuesday, June 1 Learn how to make this delicious, old-timey dessert. Part 3 of a 7 part series. or call 828.356.2507.
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Theme Team Book ClubFriday, June 4 2PM @ Waynesville This book club meets every other month to discuss books in a theme. June's theme is BIOGRAPHY. Choose any book you like, each participant is given time to discuss their choice. Class size is limited and will be meeting in person at the Waynesville Library. For more information or to reserve your spot, contact Kathy at
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Plott Hounds Tuesday, June 8 Don't miss the intriguing story of Plott Hounds, the state dog of North Carolina. Local author and historian Bob Plott will share tales and history of the Plott Hound in this virtual program. or call 828.356.2561.
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Next Chapter Book Club Monday, June 14 The Next Chapter Book Club Haywood is a fun, energetic, and highly interactive book club for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We meet virtually at this time. For more information or to receive or call 828.356.2561.
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Creative Writing Group Monday, June 14 & 28 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. We meet virtually at this time. For more information or to receive or call 828.356.2561.
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Sculpey Clay Barrettes Tuesday, June 15 For more information, email Kathy at or call 828.356.2507.
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What Should I Read Next? Wednesday, June 16 Looking for your next favorite book? Join Adult Services Librarian, Kathy Olsen, as she highlights a selection of books. This month's theme is gardening! Access this virtual program video For more information, email Kathy at or call 828.356.2507.
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Canton Book Club Thursday, June 17 Looking for an easy-going and fun book club? Join the Book Whisperers! The group meets virtually at this time. For more information or to receive the meeting link, email Jennifer at or call 828.356.2561.
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Virtual History Walk Tuesday, June 22 Have you seen the new historical markers in Canton? Join us for a virtual walk with local historians and learn about this exciting project by the Canton Area Historical Museum to share our local history. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2561.
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Safe Summer Grilling Tuesday, June 22 2PM @ NC Cooperative Extension Join Julie Sawyer, Ext. Agent, Family & Consumer Sciences and Kathy Olsen, Adult Services Librarian, and learn how to grill kabobs evenly, how to make delicious dipping sauces, how to keep food safe, and safe grilling tips. Class size is limited will be held in person at the extension facility on Racoon Road in Waynesville. Sign up is required. Call 828.456.3575 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and NC Cooperative Extension.
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Monarchs in the Garden Friday, June 25 10AM @ Canton Learn how to provide nourishment and shelter for monarch butterflies throughout their lifecycle! Join Master Gardener Marcia Tate in the Giving Garden for a lesson on how to turn your backyard into a Monarch Waystation - receive a native plant for your garden. Class size is limited and will be held in person at the Canton Library. or call 828.356.2561.
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Next Chapter Book Club Monday, June 28 1PM @ Canton NCBC - Haywood is a fun, energetic, and highly interactive book club for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We'll meet in person at the Canton Library on June 28. or call 828.356.2561.
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Fun Friday - Colorful Crayon Candles Friday, June 4 Learn how to make colorful DIY crayon candles. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2567.
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Wild Wednesdays - DIY Cat Toys Wednesday, June 9 Did you know that play is important to keep your cat physically and mentally healthy? Shelter cats need enrichment just as much as your pet, so in honor of Adopt a Cat month, we have a special craft kit for you. Donate the toys to F.U.R (Feline Urgent Rescue) or keep for your own cat. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branches. Access this virtual program
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Fun Friday - Balloon Stress Balls Friday, June 18 Feel your stress melt away with these fun balloon stress balls that you can make yourself. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branches. For adults only - balloons can be a choking hazard to children. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2511.
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Wild Wednesdays - Kool-Aid Lip Balm Wednesday, June 23 Learn how to make lip balm using Kool-Aid. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2567.
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Children's Virtual Programs
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Paint Your Paws Tuesday, June 1 June is National Adopt a Cat Month! Celebrate with your furry friend by preserving their pawprint on a mini canvas. This program is suitable for all ages. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branches. For more information, email Lisa at or call 828.356.2511.
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Tunes & Tales with Ms. Lisa & Ms. Erika Thursday, June 3 Join Ms. Lisa and Ms. Erika for Tunes & Tales, a special Summer Reading storytime of The Three Billy Goats Gruff. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2511.
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Recycled Bird Feeders Monday, June 7 Join in this Community Art project by creating birdfeeders made out of recycled bottles. Take your kit home, create a unique design, and bring it back to the Canton Branch by June 21 to be put on display in the Giving Garden. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2567.
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Menagerie Mondays - Tails and Tales with the NC Zoo Monday, June 7 Join us for an exciting program featuring stories about some of the animals who call the North Carolina Zoo home! Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2511.
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Tunes & Tales with Ms. Hollie Thursday, June 10 Join Ms. Hollie for Tunes and Tales, a special Summer Reading storytime as we learn all about Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2567.
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Fun Friday - Unpoppable Bubbles Friday, June 11 Join Ms. Hollie for Fun Friday: STEAM Edition, a special Summer Reading program where kids can do cool STEAM experiments. Learn how to make unpoppable bubbles. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2567.
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Menagerie Mondays - Amazing American Alligator Monday, June 14 How does a teeny baby alligator survive to become an 11-foot giant? Find out with Balsam Mountain Trust's Education Outreach Coordinator, Nicole. She will introduce you to a young American alligator and tell you all about the amazing life journey of these super cool creatures! Access this virtual program beginning June 14 at or call 828.356.2567.
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Tunes & Tales with Ms. Lisa & Ms. Erika Thursday, June 17 Join Ms. Lisa and Ms. Erika for Tunes & Tales, a special Summer Reading storytime as we learn the story of The Ant and the Grasshopper. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2511.
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Menagerie Mondays - Unicorns Monday, June 21 Get ready to experience fun, excitement, and SCIENCE with “Unicorns: Break the Cage” by Talewise Science. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2511.
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Tunes & Tales with Ms. Hollie Thursday, June 24 Join Ms. Hollie for Tunes and Tales, a special Summer Reading storytime as we learn all about The Three Little Pigs. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2567.
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Fun Friday - STEAM Edition Owl Pellets Friday, June 25 Want to see what an owl had for dinner? We can do that by taking apart an owl pellet. Most birds cannot chew their food, and owls are no exception. By dissecting the pellet, you can tell a lot about an owl’s diet. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2511.
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Menagerie Mondays - Endangered Animals Monday, June 28 Join the Western North Carolina Nature Center for a special program that focuses on four of the endangered (or of special concern) species that live at the WNC Nature Center: the American Red Wolf, the Red Panda, the Eastern Hellbender, and the Spotted Turtle. Take and Make Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branches. Access this virtual program or call 828.356.2511.
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