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This event is in the "Baby to Pre-K" group.

Tiny Tales

Wednesday, December 18, 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.

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

Ridgeview Works

Wednesday, December 18, 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! 

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

Songwriting Club

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 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.

Partners Training Session

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, 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.December topic: Neurocogniti...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, 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.

December topic: Neurocognitive Disorders 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer Basics: Browsing the Internet

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
The Learning Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn basic computer skills, including using the mouse, keyboard, and safe internet practices. No computer experience needed to attend.

Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: The Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: The Learning Lab
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Learn basic computer skills, including using the mouse, keyboard, and safe internet practices. No computer experience needed to attend.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Point of View Teen Writing Club

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Point of View: Teen Writing Club:

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...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

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 optional but welcome. Meets the third Thursday of each month. 
 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Senior Bingo & Brain Games

Monday, December 23, 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. 

Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Door Book Club

Wednesday, December 25, 2024 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 August is The Glass Castle  by Jeannette Walls. A limited number of copies will be available for sign out at the 2nd floor service desk. 

Cancelled
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 August is The Glass Castle  by Jeannette Walls. A limited number of copies will be available for sign out at the 2nd floor service desk. 

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

Bullet Journals

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Get organized for the new year by learning how to bullet journal! Participants will leave with their own journal to continue their bullet journaling journey.   

Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Get organized for the new year by learning how to bullet journal! Participants will leave with their own journal to continue their bullet journaling journey.  
 

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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Kwanzaa for Community

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Bring friends and family to celebrate Kwanzaa! April C. Turner will perform stories, dances, and songs to demonstrate the community building principles and symbols of the Kwanzaa c...

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Bring friends and family to celebrate Kwanzaa! April C. Turner will perform stories, dances, and songs to demonstrate the community building principles and symbols of the Kwanzaa celebration.  
 

This event is in the "Baby to Pre-K" group.

Tales for Preschoolers

Tuesday, December 31, 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.

This event is in the "K-5" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Jar of Origami Stars

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
K-5, Teens
Event Details:

In Japanese culture, a jar of stars is good luck. Welcome in the New Year with good luck by making your own jar of origami stars.

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:

In Japanese culture, a jar of stars is good luck. Welcome in the New Year with good luck by making your own jar of origami stars.

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.

New Year's Day

All Day
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Classic Films with Joe Barrett

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Presentation or Lecture
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 ...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation or Lecture

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.   

This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Lego Club

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM
Age Group:
Children & Family, K-5, Teens
Event Details:

Build, make and play as we explore our creativity through Legos. We will have free play and Lego challenges.

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children & Family, K-5, Teens
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM
Event Details:

Build, make and play as we explore our creativity through Legos. We will have free play and Lego challenges.

This event is in the "Baby to Pre-K" group.

Tales for Preschoolers

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Baby to Pre-K" group.

Tiny Tales

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 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.

This event is in the "K-5" group.

the Doodle Den art club

Monday, January 13, 2025 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. 

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: K-5
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Baby to Pre-K" group.

Tales for Preschoolers

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Baby to Pre-K" group.

Tiny Tales

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 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.

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

Songwriting Club

Wednesday, January 15, 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.

Free Shredding Event with Enviroshred

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Lawn at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Outdoor Activity
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Hickory-based shredding company Enviroshred will offer their annual free paper shredding service in the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library's parking lot.  Individuals will have t...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outdoor Activity
Event Details:

Hickory-based shredding company Enviroshred will offer their annual free paper shredding service in the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library's parking lot.  Individuals will have the opportunity to shred at no charge up to two boxes or bags of per

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Day
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library