Looking Glass Playhouse presents two performances of the Scott Doss play, Guilty Part. Five guests at the local hospital farewell party hide deadly secrets and find their way in and out of big trouble in this “whodunit” farce. The cast includes Sally Burnett, Joan Rinchisen, Amy Shute, Mark Thompson and Sandi Thompson. Claudia Carter Covington […]
National Library Outreach Day is April 10! The Bookmobile will be parked in the Library parking lot. Hop on board for a tour, check out a few books and learn about all the places our Bookmobile travels throughout each month.
Are you looking for a job? Do you need help with your job search, resume writing, or interviewing skills? A Career Advisor from the NCWorks Career Center will be in the Reference Area at the library to assist job seekers with their job search efforts. Assistance filling out job applications, creating professional resumes, and preparing […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Carr's Hill Baptist Church: 2719 Greenville Hwy, Brevard, NC 28712 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile stops […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Sherwood Forest Barn: 70 Robin Hood Rd, Brevard, NC 28712 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile stops […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Cedar Mountain House: 11 Sherwood Ridge Rd, Brevard, NC 28712 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile stops […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Cedar Mountain Community Center: 10635 Greenville Hwy, Cedar Mountain, NC 28718 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile […]
A ukulele open music session is held from 6:00-7:00 pm in the Library Rogow Community Room every 2nd Thursday. This inter-generational program is open to all ages. The recommended minimum age is 7, though we require that anyone under the age of 12 be accompanied by an adult. Dates & Themes Monthly themes/songs are chosen […]
Birder, naturalist, and hunter-conservationist, Drew Lanham, will be the Spring 2024 J.R. McDowell speaker. Free, general admission tickets will be available at the Transylvania County Library beginning Monday, March 11. Sponsored by the Transylvania County Library Foundation in partnership with Brevard College, the speaker series is designed to present a wide array of viewpoints on […]
Join us for yoga in the library amphitheater every Friday from April-October! Class starts at 9:30 am, and instructor Clare Desmelik will lead the series. There are no rain dates, but the porch might be an alternate location for gentle rain. Yoga is an ancient practice that uses a series of seated and standing body […]
Join us for our Cookbook Club! Each month we'll look at cookbooks, do a little cooking, and meet to talk about our experiences. This month, we're talking about an old classic, Joy of Cooking. Reserve a copy of the book through your online account and pick a recipe you'd like to make for the meeting. […]
11:00 am Family Storytime (birth - 5 years) 11:30 am Craft Time Join us for stories, songs, movement and more as we celebrate and promote early and emergent literacy at the Transylvania County Library! Same theme and craft as Tuesday storytime. More About Early and Emergent Literacy Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, in all stages of development […]
Have you ever wanted to read some of the world's greatest authors of literature, philosophy, economics, political science, and psychology, but would like a context for discussing the content? The Great Books Discussion Group at the Transylvania County Library has been meeting for over 30 years and explores a wide variety of selections from works […]
Our Raving Readers Book Club is for strong independent readers approximately 10 - 13 years of age who are always looking for the next good book. We read a variety of genres and look forward to lively discussions every other month. Anyone who would enjoy and is capable of reading the selected books are welcome […]
Tuesday Schedule: 10:00 - 10:30 Babies & Toddlers (birth - 2 years) 10:30 - 10:50 Activity Time 11:00 - 11:30 Preschoolers (3-5 years) Join us for stories, songs, movement, activities and more as we celebrate and promote early and emergent literacy at the Transylvania County Library! Ages listed are typical ranges for the group storytimes. […]
The Noontime Notions series at the Transylvania County Library resumes in April with a presentation by Dr. Thomas Lairson, “Understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI)”. The program will begin at noon in the Rogow Room at the Transylvania County Library. Noontime Notions programs feature authors, performers, and presenters providing engaging notions for consideration, enjoyment, and discovery. This […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Laurel Village: 21 Laurel Village Dr, Brevard, NC 28712 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile stops are […]
The Transylvania County Library is offering an exploration of art for youth during the month of April. The programs are free, but registration is required for each program. Call the Kids & Teens desk or stop by the Library to sign up NOW as space is limited! Tuesday, April 16 - 4:00-5:00 pm - Beginning […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Little River Baptist Church: 51 Little River Church Rd. Penrose, NC 28766 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. […]
Welcome to Out & About Storytime! Join us for an early literacy celebration! The Library's Youth Services staff is taking our classic storytime out of the building and into the community with stories, movement, and songs for children five and under with their parents and caregivers. On the 3rd Wednesday of each month we'll be […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Blantyre Baptist Church: State Rd 1501, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile stops […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Anchor Baptist Church: 3232 Hendersonville Hwy, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile stops […]
On the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, children can drop in to the kids area and read aloud to a furry pal! Benefits of reading with a dog: Non-judgmental audience Relaxing, low pressure setting Positive experience with reading Builds confidence & reading skills The Library uses volunteers […]
Curious about the complex currents shaping our world? Yearning to engage in meaningful discussions about global issues? Join the World Affairs Book Club, where passionate readers and engaged citizens delve into thought-provoking books that illuminate international politics, economics, and culture. Dive into the latest bestseller on climate change, dissect a historical analysis of a global […]
Family History Third Thursday: Mini-Workshop & Social Hour every third Thursday of the month 1:00 pm 2nd floor, North Carolina Room Meet up with other genealogy enthusiasts every third Thursday of the month in the North Carolina Room for a 15 minute educational session highlighting a family history research resource, followed by time to share […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Quebec Community Center: 970 Old Hendersonville Hwy. Brevard, NC 28712 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile stops […]
We won't hold yoga this week due to the Library's Annual Staff Development Day. Join us next week on April 26 from 9:30-10:30 am in the Library Amphitheater.
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Cedar Hill Apartments: 120 Hospital Dr, Brevard, […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Transylvania Regional Hospital: 260 Hospital Dr, Brevard, […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! The Cottages: 15 Pender Lane, Brevard, NC […]
On the 4th Monday of every month (except when Library is closed for holiday), children in grades K-5 can enjoy creative play by building from the monthly theme or free […]
Tuesday Schedule: 10:00 - 10:30 Babies & Toddlers (birth - 2 years) 10:30 - 10:50 Activity Time 11:00 - 11:30 Preschoolers (3-5 years) Join us for stories, songs, movement, activities […]
The Noontime Notions: Science Series continues on April 23rd with a presentation by Dr. Royce Zia, “What is Physics?”. The program will begin at noon in the Rogow Room at […]
The Transylvania County Library is offering an exploration of art for youth during the month of April. The programs are free, but registration is required for each program. Call the […]
Take some time out of your week and get crafty with us! We’ll explore a different craft technique at each of these programs on the 4th Tuesday of the month. […]
Are you looking for a job? Do you need help with your job search, resume writing, or interviewing skills? A Career Advisor from the NCWorks Career Center will be in […]
Introducing: Field Trips for Grownups! Get behind-the-scenes tours of the places – and meet the people – who help our community thrive! These events are for folks 18+. We’ll ride […]
Bring your preschooler to meet Flossy the Flossasaurus from Transylvania Public Health’s children’s dental program, Healthy Smiles. Children will learn about the importance of their teeth and how to take care of them through fun stories and activities. This program is for children ages 2 to 5 years along with their parents and caregivers. The […]
Tuesday Schedule: 10:00 - 10:30 Babies & Toddlers (birth - 2 years) 10:30 - 10:50 Activity Time 11:00 - 11:30 Preschoolers (3-5 years) Join us for stories, songs, movement, activities and more as we celebrate and promote early and emergent literacy at the Transylvania County Library! Ages listed are typical ranges for the group storytimes. […]
The Noontime Notions: Science Series continues on April 30th. Dorothy Sulock will present "Nuclear Fission and Fusion". The program will begin at noon in the Rogow Room at the Transylvania County Library. Noontime Notions programs feature authors, performers, and presenters providing engaging notions for consideration, enjoyment, and discovery. The program is made possible by the […]
The Transylvania County Library is offering an exploration of art for youth during the month of April. The programs are free, but registration is required for each program. Call the Kids & Teens desk or stop by the Library to sign up NOW as space is limited! Tuesday, April 30 - 4:00-5:00 pm - Friendship […]
Teens in grades 6-12 can stop by the Teen Space area at the Library and get creative with our monthly activities. Available all month long. Choose a coloring sheet design and add your colors!
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Quebec Community Center: 11846 Rosman Hwy, Lake Toxaway, NC 28747 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile stops […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Toxaway Post Office: 1320 Blue Ridge Rd, Lake Toxaway, NC 28747 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Sapphire Post Office: 17740 Rosman Hwy, Sapphire, NC 28774 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile stops are made at […]
On the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, children can drop in to the kids area and read aloud to a furry pal! Benefits of reading with a dog: Non-judgmental audience Relaxing, low pressure setting Positive experience with reading Builds confidence & reading skills The Library uses volunteers […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Silvermont Mansion and Park: 364 E Main St, Brevard, NC 28712 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Davidson River School: 970 Ecusta Rd. Brevard, NC 28712 Driving on highways and back country roads from Penrose to Sapphire, we strive to serve all corners of Transylvania County. Bookmobile stops are […]
Our Book Nuts Book Club is for young readers approximately 6-9 years of age who would enjoy reading the chosen books (independently or as a family read aloud). We read a variety of genres and look forward to lively discussions every other month. You don’t have to commit to reading all the book selections – […]
“Cherokee Traditions” includes a brief overview of Cherokee crafts, focusing on the key material traditions of basketry, pottery, and carving. The highly visual program then recognizes early 20th century artisans, the Elders who have kept these traditions alive. These Cherokee elders join thousands of unnamed makers who created and maintained traditions during centuries past. Anna […]
Book discussion. This monthly book discussion group meets in the Activity Room at College Walk Retirement Center on the first Friday of most months at 10:30 am to discuss books […]
The Bookmobile will be at this location and available to the public at this time. Stop by and check out your next read! Eastatoe Community Center: 76 Clay Pole Rd, […]
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