Calendar

It's fun and easy to make soy wax candles! Kits will be available at the Waynesville and Canton Branch libraries while supplies last. Video and written instructions will be available beginning December 4 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel. For more information, email Zachary at zachary.jones@haywoodcountync.gov

Create a beautiful holiday card using folded paper! To register contact Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or 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.

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 December book selection One By One by Ruth Ware. 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.

Gain practical skills for making the holidays safe and enjoyable for everyone. This education program is presented by the Alzheimer's Association in partnership with Haywood County Public Library. A light snack is provided. Registration 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.

Get on the path to finding quality, affordable health insurance. Drop by to ask questions, enroll or re-enroll in health insurance. Walk-ins are welcome or call Mountain Projects for an appointment at 828-452-1447.

Pick up an easy "Take & Make" Felt Holiday Ornament Craft Kit with all supplies needed to make a fun ornament with your children at home. These kits are ideal for preschool and elementary aged children . Kits will be available at all library branches while supplies last and cannot be reserved. For more information, contact Kim Walzer 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 828-648-2924

Get on the path to finding quality, affordable health insurance. Drop by to ask questions, enroll or re-enroll in health insurance. For information call Legal Aid of NC at 828-586-8931.

Learn to paint a winter themed wood slice ornament! This program is ideal for adults of all ages. All materials provided. Registration is required. For more information, contact Zachary Jones at zachary.jones@haywoodcountync.gov, or call 828-356-2502.

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.

Are you concerned about Alzheimer's or dementia? Learn about detection, causes and risk factors, stages of the disease, treatment, and more. This education program is presented by the Alzheimer's Association in partnership with Haywood County Public Library. A light lunch is provided. Registration required. 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.

Using pipe cleaners and colored tri-beads, make two festive candy cane and wreath ornaments. Kits may contain small parts that could pose a choking hazard. Ideal for 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.

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.

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.

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.

Are you "yeti" for the holidays? Enjoy popcorn and hot chocolate while viewing a winter-themed movie in a sensory-friendly atmosphere. For movie title email Jennifer Stuart at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-356-2561.

Experience a fun sensory experiment where students will try and 'touch' an invisible force and reverse engineer a bowl of cornflakes to extract the iron! Ideal for elementary-aged students. Registration Required. To register, email Ashlyn Godlesk at ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828-648-2924.

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.

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 828-648-2924

December's book selection is The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan. Pick up your copy of the book at the Canton Library. Registration Required - Call 828-356-2561.

Waynesville Library Youth Services will host a "Holiday Paper Craft Workshop" on Thursday December 14th from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Come make a card or holiday ornament for someone special this holiday season. This event is ideal for preschool and school age children accompanied by an adult. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited and reservations are required. Contact Kim at kim.walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512. with questions or to make a reservation.

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 Yeti to watch a movie! Enjoy popcorn while you experience a fun animated yeti-themed film. For movie title email Ashlyn Godleski at ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov or 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.

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, an Early Literacy Coordinator from Region A Partnership for Children will discuss the importance of early literacy while the children enjoy creative play. Ideal for children 6 months to 3 years old. Registration Required. To register, contact Ashlyn at ashlyn.godleski@haywoodcountync.gov or at 828-356-2567.

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 828-648-2924

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.

Haywood County children and families are invited to welcome the New Year with a kid friendly " Noon Year's Eve" party on Friday December 29th from 11 am to 12:15 pm courtesy of Waynesville Library Youth Services. Enjoy a special story time, music, crafts and snacks as we await the count down to Noon where a fun balloon drop and bubbles will ring in the in the New Year. Ideal for children 13 years and younger accompanied by an adult! Reservations are required. For more information and to make a reservation contact Miss Kim at kim.walzer@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2512.