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Wednesday, August 13

Tech Time at Hudson Library

Wed, August 13th, 1:00pm
Hudson Library - Highlands, NC

On the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, from 1-3 PM, digital navigators will host a Tech Time drop-in time at Hudson Library with the goal to assist attendees with basic smartphone, laptop, iPad and tablet skills. Tech Time sessions offer one-... more

Arts and Crafts with Sarah - Watercolor Spiderwebs

Wed, August 13th, 1:00pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

oin us this summer for all-ages programs devoted to arts and crafts in a range of mediums! ACCCL staff member Sarah Ballentine will lead you in a series of workshops that will give you the chance to play with spray paint, Sharpies, watercolors and... more

ACA Meeting

Wed, August 13th, 5:00pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Weekly peer led Adult Children of Alcoholics and/or Dysfunctional Families meeting. Meetings are held in the Reading Room. Call 828-507-5347 for more information.

JCPL Reading Group: The Orchard Keeper

Wed, August 13th, 6:00pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

The JCPL Reading Group will next read The Orchard Keeper by Cormac McCarthy.  The group will next meet at Quirky Birds in Dillsboro on Wednesday, August 13th at 6pm.  *Registration is required* To register please email JCPL-Adults@fontanalib.org. 

Thursday, August 14

Family Storytime

Thu, August 14th, 10:40am
Hudson Library - Highlands, NC

Family Storytime: Join us for a weekly storytime for children up to age 5. We'll read picture books, sing fun songs, and move with the music! Thursdays at 10:40 AM at Hudson Library.

Summer Writing Workshop

Thu, August 14th, 1:00pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Beginning on June 5 at 1:00 p.m. and continuing every Thursday until August 28, ACCCL staff member Michael Redman will lead a writing workshop that is free and open to everyone, regardless of previous writing experience. The workshop will be a place... more

Dementia Caregivers Support Group

Thu, August 14th, 3:00pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Join a welcoming group of people that understand what you are going through. We come together to offer each other support, resources, and a listening ear. The group is a safe place for judgement free discussion. Generally, 2nd and 4th Thursday of... more

Movie: Novocaine

Thu, August 14th, 3:00pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

When the girl of his dreams is kidnapped, a man incapable of feeling physical pain turns his rare condition into an unexpected advantage in the fight to rescue her. Starring Jack Quaid and Amber Midthuder. Rated R, 1 hour 50 minutes. Water and... more

Kids Zone: Perler Beads!

Thu, August 14th, 3:30pm
Hudson Library - Highlands, NC

Come create with Perler Beads, the heat-fusing beads that allow you to create whatever you can imagine! All materials provided. Best for children 5 and up, but all ages are welcome. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Teen Graphic Novel Club

Thu, August 14th, 4:00pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Join the library for a weekly graphic novel club! We will each pick our own individual book to read, and the following week we will have a small discussion of what you read. We will also enjoy several PG friendly anime movies and / or tv series! 

Sylva Stitchers

Thu, August 14th, 6:00pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Like to knit, crochet, or do other needle crafts? All are welcome to join this group to learn, work on your latest project, or help a beginner develop their skills. *Stitchers 12 and Under Must Be Accompanied by an Adult* Every 2nd... more

Sylva Naturalist Club: The Forest Unseen

Thu, August 14th, 6:30pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Over the course of the year, participants will read The Forest Unseen, find and make visits to your own special forest plot – this could be a favorite spot in a nearby park or wild area, your own backyard, or even your garden or deck - journal your... more

Friday, August 15

2025 Literature in Translation Book Club: Silence

Fri, August 15th, 1:00pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Join us this summer for a deep dive into Japanese author Shusaku Endo's 20th-century masterpiece, Silence. Set in 17th-century Japan, Silence tells the story of two Portuguese Jesuit priests who travel to Japan and find a country hostile to their... more

Friday Films: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)

Fri, August 15th, 1:30pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters,... more

Escape to Adventure: Game Night for Adults

Fri, August 15th, 4:00pm to 6:00pm
MCPL - Franklin, NC

Itching for an escape? Ready to team up to survive? Join us for the Escape to Adventure game night and get those brains working to save some lives in Forbidden Jungle! We'll also have some card based cooperative escape games, as well as other cool... more