This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Tales for Preschoolers Tuesday, February 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. View Details This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Tales for Preschoolers 10:00am–10:30am 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 Finger Knitted Pillow Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Teens, Adults Learn how to finger knit chunky yarn into a comfy round pillow. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Finger Knitted Pillow 10:00am–11:30am Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to finger knit chunky yarn into a comfy round pillow. 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. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Carolina Caring Loss of Spouse Group Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Community Connections, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Losing a spouse is one of life’s most profound losses. Carolina Caring’s grief team will facilitate a four week support group for anyone who has lost a spouse or companion. Individuals will have an opportunity to share memories of their Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Carolina Caring Loss of Spouse Group 1:00pm–2:30pm Open Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Connections, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Losing a spouse is one of life’s most profound losses. Carolina Caring’s grief team will facilitate a four week support group for anyone who has lost a spouse or companion. Individuals will have an opportunity to share memories of their
This event is in the "Adults" group Bricks and Books: Building Rivendell Tuesday, February 24, 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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Bricks and Books: Building Rivendell 6:00pm–7:00pm Upcoming 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. 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 0-4" group Tiny Tales Wednesday, February 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... View Details This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Tiny Tales 10:00am–10:30am 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, February 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! View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Ridgeview Works 1:00pm–4:30pm 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, February 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 February is The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. A limited number of copies will be available for sign out at the 2nd floor service desk. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Open Door Book Club 3:30pm–5:00pm 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 February is The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. A limited number of copies will be available for sign out at the 2nd floor service desk.
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, February 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. View Details This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Ridgeview Chess 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 "Teens" group Zines & Things: Black History Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Teens Explore your creativity and celebrate Black History by creating a zine. Try different techniques such as stamp carving, collaging, writing, and drawing to make your mark. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Zines & Things: Black History 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Explore your creativity and celebrate Black History by creating a zine. Try different techniques such as stamp carving, collaging, writing, and drawing to make your mark.
This event is in the "Adults" group New Romantics Book Club Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Conference Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Calling all romantasy readers! This month, step into a world of magic, danger, and forbidden romance with A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 26 2026 Thu New Romantics Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Calling all romantasy readers! This month, step into a world of magic, danger, and forbidden romance with A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. 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 "Adults" group Trivia & Jingo Friday, February 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 27 2026 Fri Trivia & Jingo 10:30am–11:30am 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Qigong Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens, Adults Qigong is a mind-body-spirit practice that integrates posture, movement, breathing technique, self-massage, sound, and focused intent. Taught by Diane Christensen of Inner Chi Arts. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 28 2026 Sat Qigong 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Qigong is a mind-body-spirit practice that integrates posture, movement, breathing technique, self-massage, sound, and focused intent. Taught by Diane Christensen of Inner Chi Arts.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group African Drumming Workshop Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Community Connections, Music Age Group: Teens, Adults Celebrate Black History and join us for an exciting, hands-on introduction to the vibrant rhythms of African drumming. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 28 2026 Sat African Drumming Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Connections, Music Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate Black History and join us for an exciting, hands-on introduction to the vibrant rhythms of African drumming. 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 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Books to Broadway: The Lightning Thief Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library Program Type: Community Connections, Story Time Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Join Hickory Ballet & Performing Arts for an interactive story time that shows how classic and contemporary books become unforgettable musical theatre experiences. View Details This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Feb 28 2026 Sat Books to Broadway: The Lightning Thief 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Program Type: Community Connections, Story Time Event Details: Join Hickory Ballet & Performing Arts for an interactive story time that shows how classic and contemporary books become unforgettable musical theatre experiences.
This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group Tinker Tales: Rainbows Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library Program Type: STEAM, Story Time Age Group: Ages 0-4, Ages 5-8 Enjoy stories that spark creativity and curiosity followed by hands-on activities that explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). View Details This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Tinker Tales: Rainbows 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Ages 0-4, Ages 5-8 Program Type: STEAM, Story Time Event Details: Enjoy stories that spark creativity and curiosity followed by hands-on activities that explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). 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 "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Books & Ball: Soccer Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm Off Site Program Type: Health & Wellness, Story Time Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Explore the world of sports through books and play! This month, enjoy soccer themed stories then learn the fundamentals of the game by passing, shooting, and footwork drills. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Books & Ball: Soccer 5:00pm–6:30pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Program Type: Health & Wellness, Story Time Event Details: Explore the world of sports through books and play! This month, enjoy soccer themed stories then learn the fundamentals of the game by passing, shooting, and footwork drills.
Good Friday All Day Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library Closing Apr 3 2026 Fri Closing Good Friday All Day Branches: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Easter All Day Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library Closing Apr 5 2026 Sun Closing Easter All Day 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 View Details Apr 25 2026 Sat Hickory Literary Festival All Day 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 May 8 2026 Fri Closing Staff Development Day All Day 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 May 24 - 25 2026 Closing Memorial Day All Day 5/24–5/25 Branches: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Independence Day All Day 7/3 - 7/4 Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library Closing Jul 3 - 4 2026 Closing Independence Day All Day 7/3–7/4 Branches: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Labor Day All Day Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library Closing Sep 7 2026 Mon Closing Labor Day All Day Branches: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Thanksgiving All Day 11/26 - 11/27 Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library Closing Nov 26 - 27 2026 Closing Thanksgiving All Day 11/26–11/27 Branches: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library