Event List

Join us at Taft Broome Park for stories, songs, and hands-on STEAM activities for young scientists. Bring a blanket or towel to sit on. In the event of rain, story time will be held inside Ridgeview Branch Library. 

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.

Wrap up summer reading in style! In this relaxing class you’ll create a shimmering diamond art project featuring a cozy, tranquil library scene.

Chair yoga offers an accessible practice towards wellness of both body and mind. This free class will focus on breath, gentle adapted poses, and meditation. Chairs are used for seated and supported standing poses.

Beat the heat and find your calm at the library’s Zen Den! This relaxing space is designed to help you slow down and refresh during the busy summer months.

Socializing is easy at the library! Preschool families can join this program for structured literacy supported play. This program is best suited for ages 2-4.

Using basic weaving techniques, create your own rawr-some dinosaur plushies with chunky yarn. 

Use Canva to create a design and then learn to sublimate it onto a front plate for your car. 

Talk about all things Tolkien while joining in fellowship to build Rivendell using LEGO® bricks! After all building sessions are done the completed piece will be on display at the library. 

Facilitated by Hickory Poet Laureate Scott Owens, this monthly group will include all things poetic: sharing, discussion, prompts, critiques and workshops. 

Everyone is welcome.

Harness the power of the sun to design your own tote bag by using solar reactive dye to create photograms! 

Join the staff of Partners for courses on mental health topics the third Thursday of each month at 2:00 pm. Continuing Education hours can be provided.

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.

Join us for a step-by-step acrylic painting event! Each participant will create a beautiful book bouquet scene on stretched canvas. Presented by local artist, Jamie Pereira. All supplies provided and no painting experience needed.

Chair yoga offers an accessible practice towards wellness of both body and mind. This free class will focus on breath, gentle adapted poses, and meditation. Chairs are used for seated and supported standing poses.

Beat the heat and find your calm at the library’s Zen Den! This relaxing space is designed to help you slow down and refresh during the busy summer months.

Practice self-sufficiency and stock your pantry!

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