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Ridgeview Works

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ridgeview Group Study at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Community Awareness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Need assistance with job searching, resume preparation, or interviewing skills? The Ridgeview Works program can be the solution! Ridgeview Works is a collaborative partnership...

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Ridgeview Group Study
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Awareness
Event Details:

Need assistance with job searching, resume preparation, or interviewing skills? The Ridgeview Works program can be the solution! 

Down the Hill: A Discussion of the Soap Box Derby with Richard Eller

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Meet the Author, Presentation or Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meet local author Richard Eller and hear about his new book Down the Hill which discusses the story and history of the Soap Box Derby in Hickory. 

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meet the Author, Presentation or Lecture
Event Details:

Meet local author Richard Eller and hear about his new book Down the Hill which discusses the story and history of the Soap Box Derby in Hickory. 

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Tinker Tales: Let’s Play Ball!

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Story Time
Age Group:
Children & Family
Event Details:

Bring family, friends, or neighbors to the library to make new friends, listen to stories, and learn cool facts through hands-on tinkering in this story time meant for all ages.&nb...

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Children & Family
Program Type: STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Bring family, friends, or neighbors to the library to make new friends, listen to stories, and learn cool facts through hands-on tinkering in this story time meant for all ages. 

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.

Adult Sing Along

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Sing along with sentimental classic songs like Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree and Moonlight Bay. This program is designed for individuals with intellectual disabilit...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Sing along with sentimental classic songs like Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree and Moonlight Bay.

One Stop Craft Shop: Mother's Day

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Children & Family, K-5
Event Details:

Create mom, grandma, or someone special a handmade gift for Mother's Day. Pressed flower candle holders and tissue paper flower vases will be available to create as a special gift.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children & Family, K-5
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Create mom, grandma, or someone special a handmade gift for Mother's Day. Pressed flower candle holders and tissue paper flower vases will be available to create as a special gift.

Ridgeview Chess

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ridgeview Group Study at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Participants will learn chess basics, strategies, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels, from beginners to champions are welcome. T...

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Ridgeview Group Study
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

Participants will learn chess basics, strategies, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels, from beginners to champions are welcome.

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DIY Garden Flags with Cricut

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, The Learning Lab
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a flag to put in your garden but haven't found the perfect one? Make a customized flag yourself in this fun DIY program! Create your design in Cricut Design Space and t...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: The Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, The Learning Lab
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Looking for a flag to put in your garden but haven't found the perfect one? Make a customized flag yourself in this fun DIY program!

Disclaimer(s)

The Learning Lab

The Learning Lab is available to library patrons ages 7 and up. An adult must accompany users younger than age 12 at all times. 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.

Trivia & Jingo

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Keep your mind active and sharp by taking part in a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games at the library.   

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Keep your mind active and sharp by taking part in a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games at the library.   

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Hickory Hikers: Valdese Lakeside Park

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Outdoor Activity
Age Group:
Everyone
Hickory Hikers:

This joint program from Hickory Public Library and City of Hickory Sports, Recreation & Sports Tourism will introduce you to great hikes and parks in our area. Hickory Hikers i...

Event Details:

For May, the Hickory Hikers will meet at Valdese Lakeside Park, 1149 Lake Rhodhiss Dr NE, Valdese, NC 28690. Register here:  https://hickory.recdesk.com/Communi...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Outdoor Activity
Event Details:

This joint program from Hickory Public Library and City of Hickory Sports, Recreation & Sports Tourism will introduce you to great hikes and parks in our area. Hickory Hikers is open to all ages and experience levels but children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Register on the Hickory Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism website. Space is limited. 
 

For May, the Hickory Hikers will meet at Valdese Lakeside Park, 1149 Lake Rhodhiss Dr NE, Valdese, NC 28690. Register here:  https://hickory.recdesk.com/Community/Program 

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.

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PAWS to Read

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Study Room 2 at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Paws to Read
Age Group:
K-5
Paws to Read:

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a h...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Study Room 2
Age Group: K-5
Program Type: Paws to Read
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Caregivers are required to stay in the room during the appointment.

Arrive five minutes before session time. If for any reason arrival is after 10 minutes from session time, your appointment will be cancelled.

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.

For a temporary card, go to the library’s online catalog and click “Create Account” in the top right corner. This will give you a temporary card number that you can use for 14 days.  For more information, call the library or visit our website.

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PAWS to Read

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Study Room 2 at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Paws to Read
Age Group:
K-5
Paws to Read:

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a h...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Study Room 2
Age Group: K-5
Program Type: Paws to Read
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Caregivers are required to stay in the room during the appointment.

Arrive five minutes before session time. If for any reason arrival is after 10 minutes from session time, your appointment will be cancelled.

Polymer Clay Pins

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Create your own custom pin to wear with polymer clay. All tools will be provided.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Create your own custom pin to wear with polymer clay. All tools will be provided.  

Senior Bingo & Brain Games

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Age Group:
Adults
Senior Bingo & Brain Games:

Senior Bingo & Brain Games meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month for fun in a friendly environment. Our casual and relaxed pace makes it perfect for people of all play...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults

Senior Bingo & Brain Games meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month for fun in a friendly environment. Our casual and relaxed pace makes it perfect for people of all playing levels. Bring friends or join us on your own and meet new people in our community. Sponsored by Friends of Hickory Public Library. 

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STEAM Explorers: Lemon Science

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
K-5
Event Details:

Have fun learning about the sweet and sour science of lemons! We’ll do some hands-on activities to explore lemons and citric acid in different experiments. For youth in grades K-5....

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: K-5
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Have fun learning about the sweet and sour science of lemons! We’ll do some hands-on activities to explore lemons and citric acid in different experiments. For youth in grades K-5.    
 

Tell Us Marcellus: A Harper House History with Richard Eller and Claudia Ward-Eller

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Meet the Author, Presentation or Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Richard Eller and Claudia Ward-Eller have teamed up to write their new book Tell Us Marcellus: A Harper House History. Join us for a discussion of the history of the Harper House. ...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meet the Author, Presentation or Lecture
Event Details:

Richard Eller and Claudia Ward-Eller have teamed up to write their new book Tell Us Marcellus: A Harper House History. Join us for a discussion of the history of the Harper House. No registration required. 

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Tales for Preschoolers

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Baby to Pre-K
Tales for Preschoolers:

Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-5. All are welcome. 

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby to Pre-K
Program Type: Story Time

Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-5. All are welcome. 

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.

The Sounds of Dragons Love Tacos

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM
Age Group:
K-5
Event Details:

“Hey kid, did you know that dragons love tacos,” and when they eat the tacos, they make so much noise! Learn how to write music with Heather Niemi Savage, an accomplished composer ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: K-5
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

“Hey kid, did you know that dragons love tacos,” and when they eat the tacos, they make so much noise!

Girl reading to therapy dog

PAWS to Read

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Study Room 2 at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Paws to Read
Age Group:
Children & Family, K-5
Paws to Read:

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a h...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Study Room 2
Age Group: Children & Family, K-5
Program Type: Paws to Read
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Caregivers are required to stay in the room during the appointment.

Arrive five minutes before session time. If for any reason arrival is after 10 minutes from session time, your appointment will be cancelled.

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.

For a temporary card, go to the library’s online catalog and click “Create Account” in the top right corner. This will give you a temporary card number that you can use for 14 days.  For more information, call the library or visit our website.

Girl reading to therapy dog

PAWS to Read

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Study Room 2 at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Paws to Read
Age Group:
Children & Family, K-5
Paws to Read:

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a h...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Study Room 2
Age Group: Children & Family, K-5
Program Type: Paws to Read
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Caregivers are required to stay in the room during the appointment.

Arrive five minutes before session time. If for any reason arrival is after 10 minutes from session time, your appointment will be cancelled.

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.

For a temporary card, go to the library’s online catalog and click “Create Account” in the top right corner. This will give you a temporary card number that you can use for 14 days.  For more information, call the library or visit our website.

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Tiny Tales

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Baby to Pre-K
Tiny Tales Storytime:

Designed specifically for babies to age 2, your little one will explore the world around them through movement, songs, stories, and play. All are welcome. 

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby to Pre-K
Program Type: Story Time

Designed specifically for babies to age 2, your little one will explore the world around them through movement, songs, stories, and play. All are welcome. 

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.

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Ridgeview Works

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ridgeview Group Study at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Community Awareness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Need assistance with job searching, resume preparation, or interviewing skills? The Ridgeview Works program can be the solution! Ridgeview Works is a collaborative partnership...

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Ridgeview Group Study
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Awareness
Event Details:

Need assistance with job searching, resume preparation, or interviewing skills? The Ridgeview Works program can be the solution! 

Songwriting Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Songwriting Club:

Songwriting Club is a place to explore your creative side. Share your music, hear from local songwriters and learn about the music industry. Musicians are invited to bring their in...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults

Songwriting Club is a place to explore your creative side. Share your music, hear from local songwriters and learn about the music industry. Musicians are invited to bring their instruments and any songs they are writing. Hosted by local musicians Andrew Massey and Nora Kaminski.

VayaHealth Training Session

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentation or Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the staff of VayaHealth for courses on mental health topics. The first session will begin at 10 am and the second session will begin at 11 am. Continuing Education hours can b...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation or Lecture
Event Details:

Join the staff of VayaHealth for courses on mental health topics. The first session will begin at 10 am and the second session will begin at 11 am. Continuing Education hours can be provided.

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Point of View Teen Writing Club

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Age Group:
Teens
Point of View: Teen Writing Club:

Teen writers of all levels from experienced to brand new are invited! Come do writing challenges, share writing tips, play storytelling games, and more! Sharing your work is option...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens

Teen writers of all levels from experienced to brand new are invited! Come do writing challenges, share writing tips, play storytelling games, and more! Sharing your work is optional but welcome. Meets the third Thursday of each month.