Watauga Alert

Temporary Operating Hours
for the Watauga County Public Library will be Monday - Thursday from 9 am - 6 pm
Friday - Saturday from 9 am - 5 pm. 
 
 The Western Watauga Branch will be open Monday and Wednesday from 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday - Thursday from 10 am - 6 pm.
 
For updates on Hurricane Helene resources and progress, follow the Watauga County Emergency Services Facebook page

Alert

Appalachian Regional Library will be undergoing circulation system upgrades from Friday night, November 1st, through Monday, November 4th. You will still be able to check out items and use computers in the library, but you will not be able to place holds, renew items, pay fines, or look up account information. Please bring your library card, as we will be unable to look up your account information.

   watauga childrens services

Welcome to the Watauga County Library Youth Services page.  Visit us anytime the library is open to check out materials, use the computer lab, do research, go on a scavenger hunt, and more!

 

 

 Follow WCPL Youth Services on Facebook and Instagram for updates!

 

NCKids Digital Library

nckidsdigital

NC Kids Digital Library offers e-books, audiobooks, streaming videos, and Read-Alongs.  This collection was specifically designed for youth and includes picture books, youth fiction, youth nonfiction, young adult, and more.

NC Kids Digital Library is sponsored by NCPLDA: NC Public Library Directors Association, NCGA: NC General Assembly, with assistance from the State Library of North Carolina and supported by an IMLS federal LSTA grant.

 
Family Story Time 
Join us every Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 11AM for fun, books, and bubbles!
***Story Time dates are subject to change.***
 
Afternoon Story Time
Join us Tuesday afternoons for a story. All ages welcome!
Tuesdays at 3:30 pm
 
LEGO Club
Free build with Library Lego bricks! Then all creations will be displayed at the library for a month.

Last Tuesday of the month at 4 pm

YA Book Club – The Book Brigade

Every Thursday at 3:30 pm

Crochet Club

For Ages 8-18

No Experience or Supplies Necessary

Snacks Provided

Every Third Wednesday

Questions? Email Jennifer at [email protected]

Monthly Scavenger Hunts

Scavenger hunts are a fun way to promote the library and engaged youth in the learning process. Pick up a pencil and scavenger form at the Youth Services Desk!

 

SERVICES

ABCMouse.com Early Learning Academy

ABCmouse.com is a high quality online educational resource for young children now available on our computers at the library.  ABCmouse.com has won numerous awards and features over 5,000 learning activities, including online books, interactive learning activities, games, puzzles, songs, art activities, and more. It is designed to both fun and educational.

Reference Assistance

Staff members at the Youth Services desk are always ready and willing to help you locate an item, get started on an assignment or find out more about a topic.

Computers

Computers for children under the age of thirteen and for parents accompanied by children are available in the Youth Services department. Children can use their own library card to log on or parents may request a guest pass for their child. Parents must keep their child(ren) in view when using the computer lab.

Library Tours

Classes and formal organizations are welcome to visit the library for a tour. Please make requests for visits at least two weeks in advance. You may call (828) 264-8784, ext.3 to request a tour.

Story Walks in Watauga County

Look for Watauga County Story Walks at the Tot Lot Park in Boone. The StoryWalk Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont and was provided by a grant through the Library Services and Technology ACT EZ Literacy and Life Long Learning.

Little Free Libraries

A Little Free Library is a “take a book, return a book” free book exchange. They come in many shapes and sizes, but the most common version is a small wooden box of books. Anyone may take a book or bring a book to share. Little Free Libraries encourage literacy friendly neighborhoods.  Look for a Little Free Library near you. Get the app here!

 

Valle Crucis Community Park
2892 Broadstone Road
Banner Elk, NC 28604
 
Mabel Methodist Church
5932 Old US Hwy. 421
Zionville, NC 28698
 
Stone Mountain Store
1880 Bethel Road
Sugar Grove, NC 28679
 
Leola Gardens
207 Leola Street
Boone, NC  28607
 
Plan B
116 Meat Camp Road
Boone, NC  28607
 
White Laurel Apartments
White Laurel Lane
Boone, NC 28607
 
 

Resources

Battle of the Books 2023-2024

Learning Express Library

Someone in the family need homework help? Check out Learning Express Library for help with Math, English, ACT/SAT practice, and more!

NCLive

Looking for homework help? Want to learn a new language? Writing a research paper? Check out NCLive for a multitude of sources and Great Websites for Kids for a wonderful selection of websites and databases!

Free Driver Education Test

Soon-to-be driver in the family? Try the free online DMV permit practice tests: driving-tests.org.

Occupational Outlook Handbook

Volunteering for the Library

Before starting any task in the library, volunteers must read the volunteer policy, then complete the volunteer application and return it to the circulation desk. Volunteers under the age of 18 must provide a parent’s signature on the application form. If you would like further information, contact us at (828) 264-8784, ext. 3.


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