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Friday, October 3

Friday Films: The Watchers (2024)

Fri, October 3rd, 1:30pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

A young artist gets stranded in an extensive, immaculate forest in western Ireland, where, after finding shelter, she becomes trapped alongside three strangers, stalked by mysterious creatures each night. Rated PG-13, run time 1h 42m, airing at 1:30... more

Saturday, October 4

Pinnacle String Ensemble Concert

Sat, October 4th, 3:00pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

The Jackson County Public Library will host the Pinnacle String Ensemble on Saturday, October 4th at 3pm. The theme for this concert will be Through Space and Time and will feature the works of Hayden, Mozart, Holst, Dvorak, Antonio Carlos Jobim,... more

Monday, October 6

Homeschool Hangout

Mon, October 6th, 10:30am
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Join us Mondays at 10:30 AM starting September 8 thru December 15 for a time to connect and socialize with other homeschoolers and their families! Provided activities will range from arts... more

Tuesday, October 7

Tech Time

Tue, October 7th, 10:00am
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Drop by the 2nd floor of the Jackson County Public Library on Tuesdays from 10 AM to 12 PM to get tech assistance from our Digital Navigators! 

Artrageous

Tue, October 7th, 4:00pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Let's get creative together! We will be exploring different creative projects and mediums each week, learning the skills to create fun and imaginative artwork. Join us, and don't be afraid to get a little messy!

Let’s Get Japaneseee: Onigiri Action 2025

Tue, October 7th, 6:00pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

The Jackson County Public Library will host the next Let’s Get Japaneseee in the Community Room on Tuesday, October 7th at 6pm. What will this month’s program be? We’re going to roll up our sleeves and make our very own onigiri—cute ones, funny ones... more

Wednesday, October 8

Storytime

Wed, October 8th, 10:30am
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Storytime includes books, puppets, fingerplays, songs, and crafts with a focus on early literacy skills.  We will also be incorporating sensory play and other develomental activity centers at the end of occasional storytimes.  

Teen Time

Wed, October 8th, 3:30pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Ages 12-17, this is your space! Any and all are welcome! Play video games, board games, chat, make friends, create art, and more! Snacks are provided!! 

Thursday, October 9

Baby Storytime - Fall 2025

Thu, October 9th, 10:30am
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Join us for Baby Storytime, Thursdays at 10:30 AM! Come bounce your babies, sing songs and rhymes with us, enjoy stories, and play together. We look forward to seeing you there!

Lego Club

Thu, October 9th, 4:00pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Calling all inventive LEGO engineers to come build, create, play, and have fun! (Young children will need assistance.)

Sylva Stitchers

Thu, October 9th, 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, October 9th, 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, October 10

Friday Films: 28 Days Later (2002)

Fri, October 10th, 1:30pm
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Chilling and suspenseful apocalyptic thriller about resourceful Londoners trying to survive a deadly viral outbreak and the flesh-eating zombies it creates. Rated R, run time 1h 58m. Airing at 1:30 PM on October 3 in the Community Room.

Saturday, October 11

Creating Community: Embroidery with Sarah

Sat, October 11th, 10:30am
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Join us at the Jackson County Public Library on Saturday, October 11th at 10:30 AM as Sarah Ward, of Sarah Classic Sewing, guides the class in learning beginner’s embroidery techniques. Sarah will teach the class how to embroider on a piece of... more

Monday, October 13

Homeschool Hangout

Mon, October 13th, 10:30am
Jackson County Public Library - Sylva, NC

Join us Mondays at 10:30 AM starting September 8 thru December 15 for a time to connect and socialize with other homeschoolers and their families! Provided activities will range from arts... more