Name: PAWS to Read
Start: 2024-12-05T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-05T18:30:00-05:00
Location: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

PAWS to Read

Thursday, December 5, 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...

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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.

FRIENDS BOOK SALE

All Day 12/6 - 12/7

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Community Awareness

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Friends of Hickory Public library hosts quarterly sales of used books. Find great deals to stock the shelves of your home library. Funds raised support library services.Sale Hours:...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Community Awareness

Event Details:

Friends of Hickory Public library hosts quarterly sales of used books. Find great deals to stock the shelves of your home library. Funds raised support library services.

Sale Hours:

Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

PAWS to Read

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Open

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.

PAWS to Read

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am

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...

Waitlist

Required

Waitlist

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Study Room 2

Age Group: Children & Family, 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.

Handmade Holidays: Junk Socks

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

Bring your imagination and creativity to design a pair of the viral custom junk socks. Use charms, patches, beads and more to add unique flair to your socks.

Open

Required

Open

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

Required

Seats Remaining: 10

Event Details:

Bring your imagination and creativity to design a pair of the viral custom junk socks. Use charms, patches, beads and more to add unique flair to your socks.

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.

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Senior Bingo & Brain Games

Monday, December 9, 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.

Handmade Holidays: Sublimated Mugs with Cricut

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies, The Learning Lab

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Learn how to use the Cricut mug press to sublimate a unique design to a ceramic mug. As your mugs sublimate, unwind with coloring sheets and puzzles, while you enjoy your favorite ...

Waitlist

Required

Waitlist

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, The Learning Lab

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

Learn how to use the Cricut mug press to sublimate a unique design to a ceramic mug. As your mugs sublimate, unwind with coloring sheets and puzzles, while you enjoy your favorite hot beverage from a provided selection.

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.

Tales for Preschoolers

Tuesday, December 10, 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.

Handmade Holidays: Screen Printing Basics

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Learn the screen printing process from start to finish! We’ll explore different techniques to create unique designs on paper and fabric. Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy.&...

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Required

Open

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

Required

Seats Remaining: 6

Event Details:

Learn the screen printing process from start to finish! We’ll explore different techniques to create unique designs on paper and fabric. Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy.

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.

Tiny Tales

Wednesday, December 11, 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.

Ridgeview Works

Wednesday, December 11, 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!

Tinker Tales: Winter Wonderland

Thursday, December 12, 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 your family and friends to the library to hear new stories and explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) through hands-on tinkering.

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: Children & Family

Program Type: STEAM, Story Time

Event Details:

Bring your family and friends to the library to hear new stories and explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) through hands-on tinkering.

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.

Poinsettia Barn Quilts

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Learn to paint an indoor barn quilt in a poinsettia pattern to decorate your home.

Required

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

Required

Seats Remaining: 10

Event Details:

Learn to paint an indoor barn quilt in a poinsettia pattern to decorate your home.

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.

Adult Sing Along

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Sing along with sentimental classic songs. This program is designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities or neurocognitive disorders such as dementia but everyo...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Event Details:

Sing along with sentimental classic songs. This program is designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities or neurocognitive disorders such as dementia but everyone who likes to sing is welcome.

PAWS to Read

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm

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...

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.

PAWS to Read

Thursday, December 12, 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...

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.

Trivia & Jingo

Friday, December 13, 2024 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.

Handmade Holidays: Cross Stitch Ornaments

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Learn how to a cross stitch and create a Scandinavian inspired ornament that will look great in your home or as a gift.

Required

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

Required

Seats Remaining: 10

Event Details:

Learn how to a cross stitch and create a Scandinavian inspired ornament that will look great in your home or as a gift.

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.

Keep it Short: Holiday Tales Read Aloud

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Live Performance

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Adults are invited to this read aloud story hour. Relax while library staff read a selection of short stories for your enjoyment.

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Live Performance

Event Details:

Adults are invited to this read aloud story hour. Relax while library staff read a selection of short stories for your enjoyment.

Handmade Holidays: Stocking Stuffers Workshop

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Add small hand-crafted gifts to your stockings this year! From fridge magnets to fidgets, the options are as big as your creativity.

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

Event Details:

Add small hand-crafted gifts to your stockings this year! From fridge magnets to fidgets, the options are as big as your creativity.

the Doodle Den art club

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM

Age Group:

K-5

Event Details:

K-5th graders are invited every third Monday, 6-7pm, for hands on art projects. In December, we will create Squishmallow Pop-Art inspired by Andy Warhol.

Required

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: K-5

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

K-5th graders are invited every third Monday, 6-7pm, for hands on art projects.

In December, we will create Squishmallow Pop-Art inspired by Andy Warhol.

Tales for Preschoolers

Tuesday, December 17, 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.

An intricate paper snowflake designed to look like the state of North Carolina with the text "Home" in cursive below that.

Paper Snowflakes

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

K-5, Teens

Event Details:

Ages 9+ Join Rachael, The Snow Queen in making paper snowflakes like you’ve never seen before. All participants should be comfortable with using a pencil and scissors.

Required

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: K-5, Teens

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Event Details:

Ages 9+

Join Rachael, The Snow Queen in making paper snowflakes like you’ve never seen before. All participants should be comfortable with using a pencil and scissors.

Tasty Tales: Gingerbread

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM

Age Group:

K-5

Event Details:

This hands-on cooking class will allow children to learn how to use kitchen tools safely while taking turns mixing and measuring to create a tasty treat together. This month we’ll ...

Required

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: K-5

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Event Details:

This hands-on cooking class will allow children to learn how to use kitchen tools safely while taking turns mixing and measuring to create a tasty treat together.

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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