Pre-school storytime resumes in Bryson City

Marianna Black Library in Bryson City will begin its pre-school storytime program at 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays starting Sept. 5 in the auditorium.

Visit the library every Wednesday for a variety of fun activities, arts and crafts, songs and stories for ages 2-5. The pre-literacy skill focus for the fall storytime session will include becoming familiar with the names of the parts of the book.

Kids on Main offers fun for families

The popular Downtown Waynesville Block Party is adding a new attraction to this year’s gathering on Saturday, Sept. 1. From 6-7 p.m., Kids on Main will provide art and craft projects and more focusing on families with young children.

Families are encouraged to visit Gallery 86 on Main Street, where they’ll be given a map of participating businesses and activities as well as a bag for the goodies they’ll be collecting.

The official Block Party kicks off at 7 p.m. with three live bands, dancing, restaurants and many shops open late.

www.downtownwaynesville.com or 828.456.3517.