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New Romantics Book Club

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

New Romantics is a monthly book club dedicated to celebrating the joy of love stories in all their forms. We bring readers together to share swoon-worthy reads, lively discussions, and a welcoming space where romance is always in the spotlight.

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

New Romantics is a monthly book club dedicated to celebrating the joy of love stories in all their forms. We bring readers together to share swoon-worthy reads, lively discussions, and a welcoming space where romance is always in the spotlight.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Benefits of Chess

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Community Connections, Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the benefits of chess! Author and founder of Big Chair Chess Club, Eugene Brown, will share information on how chess helps critical thinking skills, promotes social-emotional learning, and encourages focus and patience.  

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

Learn the benefits of chess! Author and founder of Big Chair Chess Club, Eugene Brown, will share information on how chess helps critical thinking skills, promotes social-emotional learning, and encourages focus and patience.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Bingo & Brain Games

Monday, March 23, 2026 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 "Children & Family" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Triple P Parenting Workshop: Developing Good Bedtime Routines

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community Connections, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children & Family, Adults

Staff from Triple P Parenting Program will explore different problems parents commonly face at bedtime and some of the reasons why they happen.  We will discuss the skills children need to get into a good bedtime routine and introduce positiv

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children & Family, Adults
Program Type: Community Connections, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Staff from Triple P Parenting Program will explore different problems parents commonly face at bedtime and some of the reasons why they happen.  We will discuss the skills children need to get into a good bedtime routine and introduce positiv

This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group

Tales for Preschoolers

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Ages 0-4
Tales for Preschoolers:

Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-4. All are welcome. 

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-4
Program Type: Story Time

Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-4. 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

Roll for Initiative: Dungeons & Dragons League

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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 seasoned adventurer alike.

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

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 seasoned adventurer alike.

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.

This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Chess Club

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming
Age Group:
Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults

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: Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming
Event Details:

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 "Ages 0-4" group

Tiny Tales

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Ages 0-4
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. Please bring a yoga mat o...

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-4
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. Please bring a yoga mat or quilt.

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, March 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ridgeview Group Study at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Community Connections, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Ridgeview Group Study
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Connections, Jobs & Careers
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 25, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
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.

The book for March is "Daughters of Green Mountain Gap" by Teri M. Brown. 

A limited number of copies will be available for sign out at the 2nd floor service desk.  

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

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

The book for March is "Daughters of Green Mountain Gap" by Teri M. Brown. 

A limited number of copies will be available for sign out at the 2nd floor service desk.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

YMCA Mobile Kitchen

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Learn a new recipe!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn a new recipe!

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.

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

K-Pop Stan-nanza

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Music
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Whether you're a die-hard stan or new to K-pop, drop by and get creative. Deco your top loaders, make lightstick decor, trade photocards and mingle with fellow fans.

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

Whether you're a die-hard stan or new to K-pop, drop by and get creative. Deco your top loaders, make lightstick decor, trade photocards and mingle with fellow fans.

This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Ridgeview Chess

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ridgeview Group Study at Ridgeview Branch Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming
Age Group:
Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults

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: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Ridgeview Group Study
Age Group: Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming
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 "Children & Family" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends of the Library Book Sale

All Day 3/27 - 3/28
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community Connections
Age Group:
Children & Family, Teens, Adults

Friends of Hickory Public Library will host a used book sale Friday, March 27 - Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day.  Proceeds support library services and programs.

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children & Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Connections
Event Details:

Friends of Hickory Public Library will host a used book sale Friday, March 27 - Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day.  Proceeds support library services and programs.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Trivia & Jingo

Friday, March 27, 2026 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 "Ages 0-4" group

Tales for Preschoolers

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Ages 0-4
Tales for Preschoolers:

Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-4. All are welcome. 

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-4
Program Type: Story Time

Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-4. 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 "Adults" group

Bricks and Books: Building Rivendell

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. 

Good Friday

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

Easter

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

Hickory Literary Festival

All Day
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Community Connections, Meet the Author
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Program Type: Book Clubs, Community Connections, Meet the Author

Staff Development Day

All Day
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library

Both libraries will be closed for staff training.

Closing
Branches:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Description:

Both libraries will be closed for staff training.

Memorial Day

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library

Independence Day

All Day 7/3 - 7/4
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Closing
Branches:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library

Labor Day

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