Art Exhibit: The Life of a Bag by Lauren Jordan All Day 6/1–7/2 Jun-Jul 2026 Art Exhibit: The Life of a Bag by Lauren Jordan All Day 6/1–7/2 Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Art Display Event Details: Hickory Public Library invites you to view the works of local artist Lauren Jordan. The exhibit, The Life of a Bag, will be on display until August 31, 2026, in The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library.
This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Dinos Vs. Zombies Terrariums 10:00am–11:30am Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Jun 20 2026 Sat Dinos Vs. Zombies Terrariums 10:00am–11:30am Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Create your own dinosaur, zombie, or dinosaur vs. zombie terrarium. These mini eco-systems will include live plants. Kids will be taught how to keep their dino-zombie-rarium alive. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Library Card Required A Hickory Public Library card is required to register for this program. If you need help with your card number, call us at 828-304-0500.
This event is in the "Adults" group YMCA Mobile Kitchen 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 20 2026 Sat YMCA Mobile Kitchen 11:00am–12:00pm Upcoming Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Staff from the YMCA’s Mobile Kitchen will guide you through cooking a nutritious meal and share tips and tricks for healthy cooking on a budget. Disclaimer(s) Library Card Required A Hickory Public Library card is required to register for this program. If you need help with your card number, call us at 828-304-0500.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jurassic Park - Free Film Screening at Carolina Theater 2:30pm–4:30pm Teens, Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 20 2026 Sat Jurassic Park - Free Film Screening at Carolina Theater 2:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Watch Jurassic Park, the Academy Award winning movie from 1993 that started a film series that now spans seven blockbuster features. Free seating available at Carolina Movie Theater until all seats are filled. No tickets required.
This event is in the "Adults" group From Brain to Screen: Turning Your Ideas into Digital Art Files 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 20 2026 Sat From Brain to Screen: Turning Your Ideas into Digital Art Files 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Technology & Science Registration Required Event Details: Local artist Lauren Jordan will show you how to use your phone or tablet to create digital concept sketches to bring your ideas to life! Come to this workshop prepared with an idea of an object or image you want to create. Disclaimer(s) Library Card Required A Hickory Public Library card is required to register for this program. If you need help with your card number, call us at 828-304-0500. The Learning Lab The Learning Lab is available to library patrons ages 12 and up. A current Hickory Public Library card is required to use Learning Lab equipment. Patrons must sign the user agreement policy and participate in a free orientation session conducted by library staff before using the Lab.