Event List

Learn how to be money smart by playing math games, creating a piggy bank, learning how to stick to a budget, and more!    

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. Meet...

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

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...

Adventurers are invited to play Dungeons & Dragons at the library! Each month will feature multiple sessions at once to accommodate all levels, from absolute beginner to s...

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...

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...

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. 

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

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...

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.April topic: Preventing Cris...

Letter Link, a monthly meet up pen pal group focusing on engaging young writers’ literacy skills through creating postcards and letters for nonprofit organizations.

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...

Step into the limelight to share original poetry, spoken word, song or rap in celebration of Poetry Month. We welcome you to a casual event where all levels of performers can take ...

Spring into service to give back to your community! Make cheerful greeting cards for local, homebound seniors. Staff will sign off on service hours after program. 

Join us to explore different board games with your family and friends.

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 selection for this April is How Much of These Hills Is Gold by C Pam Zhang.  

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

Spring into service to give back to your community! Learn how to crochet, knit or sew hats and blankets for local families. These items will be the start of “Evan’s Box” for angel ...

April's meeting of the Catawba County Genealogical Society is co-sponsored with Hickory Public Library and hosted at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library.Continuing this year’s celebrat...

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. &...

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.