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Intro to Libby eBooks and eAudiobooks

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Presentation or Lecture
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

With Libby, you can borrow and enjoy ebooks and digital audiobooks for free using your library card. Ebooks and digital audiobooks are available to read and listen to on a wide var...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Presentation or Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

With Libby, you can borrow and enjoy ebooks and digital audiobooks for free using your library card.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ridgeview Works

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 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! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Classic Films with Joe Barrett: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Classic Films with Joe Barrett:

On the first Thursday of every month, Joe Barrett, film critic and movie reviewer for WHKY, hosts a classic movie screening and leads a discussion about the actors, directors, and ...

Event Details:

The film for March is Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid Directed by George Roy Hill Cast includes: Paul Newman, Robert Redford   Film runtime: 112 minutes...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

On the first Thursday of every month, Joe Barrett, film critic and movie reviewer for WHKY, hosts a classic movie screening and leads a discussion about the actors, directors, and history of the film. No registration is required.   

The film for March is Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid 
Directed by George Roy Hill 
Cast includes: Paul Newman, Robert Redford 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Senior Bingo & Brain Games

Monday, March 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
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
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Roll for Initiative: Dungeons and Dragons League

Monday, March 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Adventurers are invited to play Dungeons & Dragons at the library on the second Monday of every month. Each month will feature multiple sessions at once to accommodate all...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Adventurers are invited to play Dungeons & Dragons at the library on the second Monday of every month. Each month will feature multiple sessions at once to accommodate all levels, from absolute beginner to seasoned adventurer alike.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafty Makers Social Hour

Monday, March 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, The Learning Lab
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Crafters unite at our monthly meetup! Bring your work(s) in progress and meet fellow creators, exchange ideas, and explore the various equipment The Learning Lab has to offer. ...

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

Crafters unite at our monthly meetup!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chess Club

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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. &...

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ridgeview Works

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 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! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

In Her Footsteps: How Women in Your Ancestry Shape You

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Presentation or Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate Women's History Month and dive into the rich tapestry of your maternal lineage. Explore how the women in your family tree have shaped your identity. Discover tales of res...

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

Celebrate Women's History Month and dive into the rich tapestry of your maternal lineage. Explore how the women in your family tree have shaped your identity. Discover tales of resilience, courage, tenacity and faithfulness.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Women’s History Month Celebration

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Community Awareness, Presentation or Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Friends of Ridgeview Branch Library and Women’s Resource Center present their annual awards program and reception to celebrate and honor the contributions of women in our community...

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Awareness, Presentation or Lecture
Event Details:

Friends of Ridgeview Branch Library and Women’s Resource Center present their annual awards program and reception to celebrate and honor the contributions of women in our community.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Trivia & Jingo

Friday, March 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Trivia & Jingo:

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

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Leather Earrings and Keyrings

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, The Learning Lab
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Get hands on experience with The Learning Lab's leather working tools to create unique earrings and keyrings using scrap leather.  

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: 3
Event Details:

Get hands on experience with The Learning Lab's leather working tools to create unique earrings and keyrings using scrap leather.  

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.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sojourner Truth Book Club

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Sojourner Truth Book Club:

Take part in a multicultural book discussion that explores equality through books that tackle race, gender, and other important social issues. New members are always welcome. 

Event Details:

The book selection for March is Those We Thought We Knew by David Joy.  

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Take part in a multicultural book discussion that explores equality through books that tackle race, gender, and other important social issues. New members are always welcome. 

The book selection for March is Those We Thought We Knew by David Joy. 
 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to Libby eBooks and eAudiobooks

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentation or Lecture
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

With Libby, you can borrow and enjoy ebooks and digital audiobooks for free using your library card! eBooks and digital audiobooks are available to read and listen to on a wide var...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Presentation or Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

With Libby, you can borrow and enjoy ebooks and digital audiobooks for free using your library card!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ridgeview Works

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 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! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Songwriting Club

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
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
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Caring for Our Aging Population: Integrated Care Approach

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentation or Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the staff of Partners for courses on mental health topics the third Thursday of each month at 10:00 am. Continuing Education hours can be provided.March topic: Caring for Our ...

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

Join the staff of Partners for courses on mental health topics the third Thursday of each month at 10:00 am. Continuing Education hours can be provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knotty Hour: Crochet Flower Potholder

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a community who enjoy exploring different textile crafts? Knotty Hour is for you! Each month share projects you're working on or new tips and tricks you've learned alon...

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

Looking for a community who enjoy exploring different textile crafts? Knotty Hour is for you! Each month share projects you're working on or new tips and tricks you've learned along the way.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Senior Bingo & Brain Games

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
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
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chess Club

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
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. This program is led by library staff.   
 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Page Burners Book Club

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Page Burners Book Club:

The Page Burners Book Club is a BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) traveling book club. Each month we meet at a new location around Hickory.  Group members read a book of their choosi...

Event Details:

UPDATE: For March we will meet at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Page Burners Book Club is a BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) traveling book club. Each month we meet at a new location around Hickory.  Group members read a book of their choosing to share at the meeting. 

UPDATE: For March we will meet at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ridgeview Works

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 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! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Door Book Club

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Club
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.

Event Details:

The book for March is On the Swamp: Fighting for Indigenous Environmental Justice by Ryan Emanuel. A limited number of copies will be available at the 2nd floor Reference Desk for ...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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

The book for March is On the Swamp: Fighting for Indigenous Environmental Justice by Ryan Emanuel. A limited number of copies will be available at the 2nd floor Reference Desk for those attending the book club.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Macramé Bird Feeder

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Create a feeder for your feathered friends! Learn how to tie several different macramé knots to create a hanging bird feeder for your garden or porch.

Required
Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Create a feeder for your feathered friends! Learn how to tie several different macramé knots to create a hanging bird feeder for your garden or porch.

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.

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.