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Enjoy a poem while strolling through the late winter garden at the Canton Branch. The library's Giving Garden is located up the hill behind the library. For more information, email Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov

The Seed Library of Waynesville, located in the upper floor of the Waynesville Library opens March 1st and remains open until all seeds are gone. We offer up to 10 free seed packets to anyone with an NC Cardinal Library card. Library hours are 9-1, M-F. Check out our inventory at https://www.haywoodlibrary.org/670/Waynesville-Seed-Library-Canton-Giving-G. The Seed Library welcomes seed donations that are clearly marked with name and variety, and your contact information. We offer only open-pollinated vegetable or herb seeds (no hybrids and no flowers). For more information contact Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov

June Smathers-Jolley, the daughter of NC Heritage Award winner Quay Smathers, will share about learning music in Haywood County and the Blue Ridge style of shaped-note singing. Part 3 of a series on Haywood County musicians. Access this virtual program video beginning April 13 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel. For more information, email Jennifer at jennifer.stuart@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2561.

*Before beginning any exercise routine, consult with your doctor. This is the second installment in our Wellness Wednesday series. Walking can positively impact your physical and mental health. Join Jamie Cavacos, RN, BSN, as she discusses the positive impacts of walking, some good stretches to do before you walk, and learn about some good spots in Haywood County to walk. Access this virtual program video and reading list beginning April 14 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel. For more information, email Deanna at deanna.lyles@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2563.

Read, write, talk, sing & play your way through Ms. Lisa and Ms Erika's Virtual Storytime Room! A link to the Virtual Storytime Room will be shared beginning April 15 at https://www.haywoodlibrary.org/644/Childrens-Storytimes and on Facebook. For more information, email Lisa at lisa.hartzell@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2511.

Earth Day is April 22. Join local author Susanna Shetley as she reads her book "The Jolt Felt Around the World" and kicks off a week of programming for our Earth Day Extravaganza. Access this virtual program video beginning April 19 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel.

Ramps are a southern delicacy. Learn how to pickle them and how to jazz up your fried potatoes with a savory ramp sauce. Part 1 of a 7 part series. Access this virtual program video and instructions beginning April 20 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel. For more information, email Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2507.

Join Haywood Waterways Association and Haywood County's Recycling Coordinator to learn more about litter, stream health and recycling in our community. Explore what can be recycled, how trash affects stream health and why it is important to practice the 3R's: reduce, reuse and recycle. Access this virtual program video beginning April 20 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel. APRIL CLEANUP Date: 4/24/21 Time: 9-10:30 am Where: Richland Creek. Meet at the Vance Street pavilion along Richland Creek (550 Vance Street, Waynesville) RSVP: April 23nd to Christine O’Brien at Christine.haywoodwaterways@gmail.com or 828-476-4667 ext. 11. Description: The cleanup will take place along the walking trail and stream bank of Richland Creek. Gloves, trash bags, trash grabbers, vests provided. Wear closed-toed shoes, long pants that can get dirty and wet if you want to get into the water. Bring a towel. Must be accompanied by an adult.

Wondering what to read next? Join Adult Services Librarian Kathy Olsen as she assists you in picking out your next favorite book! This months featured books are award winning novels of 2020. Access this virtual program video and reading list beginning April 21 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel. For more information, email Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2507.

Join Haywood County Soil and Water Conservation District to explore soils! Learn what soils are, properties used to describe them, how they form and why they are important. Make your own edible soil profile at the end of the program. Take & Make Kits are available beginning April 14 at the Canton and Waynesville branches while supplies last. Access this virtual program video beginning April 21 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel.

Eating the rainbow is very important when it comes to fruits and vegetables. Join us as Lauren Teague, Registered Dietician, discusses the various colors of fruits and vegetables and their importance for our diet and wellbeing in the third installment of our Wellness Wednesday series. Access this virtual program video beginning April 21 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel.

Join Ms. Deanna for stories and songs in a pre-recorded video format. Today we will be reading the book “Sunflower House” by Eve Bunting and planting in the Giving Garden. Special guest and new Youth Services Librarian, Hollie Locke, will be joining us! Access this virtual program video beginning April 22 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel. For more information, email Deanna at deanna.lyles@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2563.

Food waste makes up about 15% of trash that ends up in a landfill. Yard waste clocks in at about 14%. Did you know that most of that food waste and yard waste can be recycled to create fertile soil that can be used in your garden or yard? Join Haywood Soil and Water Conservation District to learn the basics of backyard composting. Access this virtual program video beginning April 22 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel.

Sherri Rogers, Registrar of Deeds highlights all the incredible resources the Register of Deeds office has to offer. Access this virtual program video beginning April 23 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel. For more information, email Kathy at kathleen.olsen@haywoodcountync.gov or call 828.356.2507.

Have you ever chased a possum from under your porch or been surprised by one in your trashcan? Meet Balsam Mountain Trust's resident opossum, Blossom, and find out why you're better off keeping them around. Access this virtual program video beginning April 23 at https://haywoodlibrary.org/696/Virtual-Programming and on the Haywood County YouTube Channel.

Club meets virtually (MS Teams) and is full at this time. Email Kathy at kathleen.olsen@Haywoodcountync.gov to be placed on the waiting list.

Join us online LIVE to hear from local providers about prediabetes, risk factors, how to prevent type 2 diabetes and attend a free cooking class. With your registration you can pick up your free event kit at the Canton or Waynesville branch beginning April 21 which includes a copy of the “Good and Cheap” cookbook and a special tool for the class. Registration required to receive the event link and kit. To sign up contact Lauren with Mountainwise at 706.825.9914 or Deanna at deanna.lyles@haywoodcountync.gov.

Haywood County Senior Games registration is open to adults age 50+. Games will be held May 10 through week of June 7. Complete list of events and time/location TBD.