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Wednesday, January 8

Culture Talk for Kids 3:30p.m. September 2024-April 2025

Wed, January 8th, 3:30pm
Macon County Public Library - Franklin, NC

Staff or a guest speaker will talk about a different country, discussing the culture from the country. A powerpoint presentation will be presented. Staff and patrons can bring food and drink to share that relates to the country being discussed.

Bibliophiles - The Caretaker

Wed, January 8th, 5:30pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Join our Friends of the Library book club for discussions of engrossing and enlighting books, both fiction and the occassional non-fiction. Meetings are the secind Wednesday of the month, September - May. The January book is The Caretaker by Ron... more

Thursday, January 9

Sylva Stitchers

Thu, January 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. Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the Month at 6 PM in The Story Time Room on the 1st... more

Sylva Naturalist Club: The Forest Unseen

Thu, January 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, January 10

Book Nook Workshop

Fri, January 10th, 1:00pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Beginning on January 3 at 1 p.m. and continuing each Friday through the rest of the month, our own Becky Bryan will lead a book nook crafting workshop. All materials will be provided including the book nook kits. Whiie this event is free and open to... more

Friday Films: Clerks (1994)

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

A convenience-store worker, assigned to manage the Quick Stop market on his day off, tries his best at customer service. Meanwhile, his buddy working at a video store looks on all of his customers with disdain. Rated R 1hr 42m  Community Room

Saturday, January 11

Tai Chi for Arthritis

Sat, January 11th, 11:00am
Macon County Public Library - Franklin, NC

Learn the world’s most researched, evidence-based balance improvement and fall prevention program. Endorsed by the Arthritis Foundation.

Monday, January 13

Toddlers Rock for ages 0-5 at 10a.m.

Mon, January 13th, 10:00am to 11:00am
MCPL - Franklin, NC

Toddlers Rock for ages 0-5 at 10a.m.

Mah Jong

Mon, January 13th, 1:00pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Join a friendly Mah Jongg game at the Library. We welcome players of all levels for an afternoon of friendly play and banter. Seating is limited. Contact Charlene to ensure your spot. 828-508-1404. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Tuesday, January 14

Tuesday Family Sensory Storytime July 2024-June 2025

Tue, January 14th, 10:00am to 11:00am
MCPL - Franklin, NC

Personality Disorder: Reaction to Interaction

Tue, January 14th, 1:30pm
Macon County Public Library - Franklin, NC

Supporting an older adult with a personality disorder can be challenging. This training looks at specific personality disorders, what to expect, and treatment options. Also shared are tips used to make interactions smoother and more effective. This... more

Imagination Station

Tue, January 14th, 3:45pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Join us each Tuesday and let your imagination run wild. Our afterschool STEAM programs are geared for school aged kids.  1st Tuesday - Crafternoon 2nd Tuesday - LEGO Club 3rd Tuesday - STEAM Explorers 4th Tuesday - Imagination Celebration For more... more

Wednesday, January 15

Storytime

Wed, January 15th, 10:30am
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Join Miss Paige for pre-K storytime each Wednesday at 10:30am. We'll read stories, play games, sing songs, and do some crafts and activities. 

In Between Book Club on the Second Wednesdays at 3:30p.m.

Wed, January 15th, 3:30pm
MCPL - Franklin, NC

In Between Book club for ages 8-12. In this Book Club, participants will read books based on monthly theme and later discuss books... more

Friday, January 17

Book Nook Workshop

Fri, January 17th, 1:00pm
Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library - Cashiers, NC

Beginning on January 3 at 1 p.m. and continuing each Friday through the rest of the month, our own Becky Bryan will lead a book nook crafting workshop. All materials will be provided including the book nook kits. Whiie this event is free and open to... more