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Sylva-- On Tuesday, December 12 at 11 AM, the Jackson County Public Library is hosting Jenna Kranz from Uncomplicated Kitchen for a cooking class. Participants will use our Charlie Cart, a teaching kitchen on wheels, to cook a meal that costs under $10 to make. This month participants will learn how to customize a popcorn spice blend and make giftable popcorn kits. Registration required by emailing JCPL-Adults@fontanalib.org or calling (828) 586-2016.

Sylva-- On Thursday, November 30 at 6 PM, the Jackson County Public Library is hosting Lori Williams of NC Wildlife. This program is in the Community Room and is free of charge.

Sylva-- The Jackson County Public Library is collecting new blankets for people in need. New hats, scarfs and gloves can be donated to the drive, too. Those in need of warm winter wear can come by the Library and take some items for use.  The Library asks that items for donation be new and in their packaging. Those in need can either go to the Library, or call Mountain Projects at 828 586- 2345 or the Library at 586-2016.

Sylva-- The Jackson County Public Library is partnering with Four Seasons to host a workshop on hospice care. This workshop will meet on Wednesday, November 29 at 2 PM in the Community Room. All are welcome and the event is free of charge.

Sylva-- On Tuesday, November 21 at 6 PM, the Jackson County Public Library is hosting the College Foundation of North Carolina to  talk about the challenges and benefits of adult college.  This program is in the Community Room and is free of charge.

The Marianna Black Library in Bryson City will be hosting a Contemporary Cherokee Language Literacy program with Hartwell Francis PhD., Saturday, December 2nd, from 3:00pm until 4:00pm in the library’s meeting room.

Sylva-- On Thursday, November 9 at 6 PM, the Jackson County Public Library is hosting the first installment of the Sylva Naturalist Club. This program is in the Conference Room and is free of charge but registration is required.

Sylva-- On Tuesday, November 14 at 11 AM, the Jackson County Public Library is hosting Geraldine Riouff for a class about holiday food safety. From grocery shopping to transporting, cooking, and storing leftovers, there are so many ways to inadvertently make yourself and your loved ones ill.

Sylva-- On  Thursday, November 16 at 6 PM, the Jackson County Public Library is hosting local rancher Duval Smith, who will be explaining the differences between different grades, cuts, and costs of beef so that attendees can make more informed choices at the butcher counter. This program is in the Community Room and is free of charge.

Pancake and Pajama Teddy Bear Sleepover: November 14th @ 5:30PM in the Community Room. The Teddy Bear Sleepover is back again! This year we'll have a pancake party full of fun crafts, games, and more. Then we will have a Bedtime Storytime (wearing pajamas is encouraged!) kids will leave their stuffed animals overnight. Animals can be picked up on Wednesday along with a photo album of all the shenanigans they had at the library.