Event List

Upcycled Winter Hats

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Save a sweater from the landfill and give it a second life! Learn how to hand sew a beanie from a thrifted sweater. Sweaters will be provided, but feel free to bring your own to repurpose.

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Upcoming

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

Registration Required

Event Details:

Save a sweater from the landfill and give it a second life! Learn how to hand sew a beanie from a thrifted sweater. Sweaters will be provided, but feel free to bring your own to repurpose.

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.

Beginner Sewing: Mushroom Plushies

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Learn basic sewing techniques to create a precious mushroom plushy. Use a combination of hand stitching and the sewing machine to create this woodland gem.

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Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: The Learning Lab

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn basic sewing techniques to create a precious mushroom plushy. Use a combination of hand stitching and the sewing machine to create this woodland gem.

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.

Beginner Sewing: Mushroom Plushies

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30pm

The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Learn basic sewing techniques to create a precious mushroom plushy. Use a combination of hand stitching and the sewing machine to create this woodland gem.

Open

Register Now

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: The Learning Lab

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn basic sewing techniques to create a precious mushroom plushy. Use a combination of hand stitching and the sewing machine to create this woodland gem.

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.

Ridgeview Works

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Ridgeview Group Study at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Community Connections, Jobs & Careers

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

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

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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Ridgeview Group Study

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Community Connections, Jobs & Careers

Event Details:

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

Open Door Book Club

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Book Clubs

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Open Door Book Club:

Open Door Book Club meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month. New members are always welcome.

The book for January is The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson.

A limited number of copies will be available for sign out at the 2nd floor service desk.

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs

Event Details:

Open Door Book Club meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month. New members are always welcome.

The book for January is The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson.

A limited number of copies will be available for sign out at the 2nd floor service desk.

Ridgeview Chess

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ridgeview Group Study at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming

Age Group:

Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults

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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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Ridgeview Group Study

Age Group: Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming

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.

Zines & Things

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

Teens

Explore your voice and creativity by creating a zine. Try different techniques such as stamp carving, collaging, writing, and drawing to make your mark.

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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

Event Details:

Explore your voice and creativity by creating a zine. Try different techniques such as stamp carving, collaging, writing, and drawing to make your mark.