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.
This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Pottery Painting for Mother's Day Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Bring your adult and together paint pottery to celebrate Mother's Day. Both child and adult will get to select a piece of pottery to paint. Please register for both adult and child. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group May 9 2026 Sat Pottery Painting for Mother's Day 3:00pm–4:30pm Open Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Bring your adult and together paint pottery to celebrate Mother's Day. Both child and adult will get to select a piece of pottery to paint. Please register for both adult and child. 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 Daytime Diamond Art Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adults Join us for a relaxing Daytime Diamond Art Workshop designed especially for those with daytime-only availability. Learn the basics of diamond art and create your own sparkling masterpiece in a calm, creative setting. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Daytime Diamond Art 10:00am–11:30am Open Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a relaxing Daytime Diamond Art Workshop designed especially for those with daytime-only availability. Learn the basics of diamond art and create your own sparkling masterpiece in a calm, creative setting. 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 Dictionary Art Print Workshop Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Teens, Adults Join us for a creative, hands‑on workshop where we transform vintage dictionary pages into unique art prints. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Dictionary Art Print Workshop 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a creative, hands‑on workshop where we transform vintage dictionary pages into unique art prints. 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 A Night in Paris Diamond Art Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adults “Light Up the City of Love!” Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 21 2026 Thu A Night in Paris Diamond Art 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: “Light Up the City of Love!”
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
This event is in the "Teens" group DIY Junk Journals Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Teens Deconstruct a recycled book and turn it into a journal personalized entirely for your own needs with your own sense of flair. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 6 2026 Sat DIY Junk Journals 2:00pm–3:00pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Deconstruct a recycled book and turn it into a journal personalized entirely for your own needs with your own sense of flair. 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 Summer Scenes Diamond Art Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art Age Group: Adults Embrace the beauty of summer by selecting your favorite seasonal scene! Join us for a calming diamond art session where you’ll bring a vibrant summer view to life with sparkling detail. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 11 2026 Thu Summer Scenes Diamond Art 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art Registration Required Event Details: Embrace the beauty of summer by selecting your favorite seasonal scene! Join us for a calming diamond art session where you’ll bring a vibrant summer view to life with sparkling detail. 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 Make a Spiral Artist Book Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art Age Group: Ages 9-12 Artist Sigrid Hice will lead kids in creating a spiral artist book with colorful book covers. Let your imagination fly across the pages with drawings, writing, or collages. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Jun 17 2026 Wed Make a Spiral Artist Book 2:00pm–3:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 9-12 Program Type: Art Registration Required Event Details: Artist Sigrid Hice will lead kids in creating a spiral artist book with colorful book covers. Let your imagination fly across the pages with drawings, writing, or collages. 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. 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 Step-by-Step Painting for Adults: Beach Scene Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adults Join us for a step-by-step acrylic painting event! Unwind and get creative in a relaxed environment. Each participant will create a summer beach scene on stretched canvas. Presented by local artist, Jamie Pereira. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 18 2026 Thu Step-by-Step Painting for Adults: Beach Scene 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a step-by-step acrylic painting event! Unwind and get creative in a relaxed environment. Each participant will create a summer beach scene on stretched canvas. Presented by local artist, Jamie Pereira. 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 From Brain to Screen: Turning Your Ideas into Digital Art Files Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Technology & Science Age Group: Adults Local artist Lauren Jordan will show you how to use your phone or tablet to create digital concept sketches to bring your ideas to life! Come to this workshop prepared with an idea of an object or image you want to create. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 20 2026 Sat From Brain to Screen: Turning Your Ideas into Digital Art Files 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Technology & Science Registration Required Event Details: Local artist Lauren Jordan will show you how to use your phone or tablet to create digital concept sketches to bring your ideas to life! Come to this workshop prepared with an idea of an object or image you want to create. 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 Book Bedazzling Workshop Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Community Connections, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adults Give your favorite book a sparkling makeover! Bring your own book for this creative Book Bedazzling Workshop where you can decorate book covers with gems, glitter, and other dazzling embellishments. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 24 2026 Wed Book Bedazzling Workshop 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Community Connections, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Give your favorite book a sparkling makeover! Bring your own book for this creative Book Bedazzling Workshop where you can decorate book covers with gems, glitter, and other dazzling embellishments.
This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Dino Pottery & Trivia Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Join us for a prehistoric adventure filled with hands-on pottery painting and dino-themed trivia! Kids will get to paint their own dinosaur pottery piece, test their knowledge with fun trivia questions, and learn cool dino facts along the way. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Jun 25 2026 Thu Dino Pottery & Trivia 11:00am–12:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a prehistoric adventure filled with hands-on pottery painting and dino-themed trivia! Kids will get to paint their own dinosaur pottery piece, test their knowledge with fun trivia questions, and learn cool dino facts along the way. 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.
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
This event is in the "Teens" group Air-dry Clay Workshop Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Teens Unearth the sculptor within! Explore the possibilities of air-dry clay to create a paperclip bookmark buddy, pins, or mini sculptures. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Air-dry Clay Workshop 2:00pm–3:00pm Upcoming Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Unearth the sculptor within! Explore the possibilities of air-dry clay to create a paperclip bookmark buddy, pins, or mini sculptures. 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 Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday Diamond Art Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adults Honor America’s 250th birthday with a creative twist! In this hands-on diamond art class, you’ll craft a dazzling patriotic suncatcher that shines as bright as the summer sun. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday Diamond Art 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Honor America’s 250th birthday with a creative twist! In this hands-on diamond art class, you’ll craft a dazzling patriotic suncatcher that shines as bright as the summer sun.
This event is in the "Adults" group Step-by-Step Painting for Adults: Dinosaur Sunset Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adults Join us for a step-by-step acrylic painting event. Unwind and get creative in a relaxed environment. Each participant will create a stunning dinosaur sunset scene on stretched canvas. Presented by local artist, Jamie Pereira. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 16 2026 Thu Step-by-Step Painting for Adults: Dinosaur Sunset 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a step-by-step acrylic painting event. Unwind and get creative in a relaxed environment. Each participant will create a stunning dinosaur sunset scene on stretched canvas. Presented by local artist, Jamie Pereira. 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 Modern Pop Art Experience with NYC Artist Michael Albert Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Meet the Author Age Group: Teens, Adults Celebrate creativity with internationally known American Pop Artist Michael Albert. Explore an informal Pop Art display featuring Albert’s vibrant posters, then meet the artist in person during his Modern Pop Art Enrichment Program. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 18 2026 Sat Modern Pop Art Experience with NYC Artist Michael Albert 2:00pm–4:00pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Art, Meet the Author Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate creativity with internationally known American Pop Artist Michael Albert. Explore an informal Pop Art display featuring Albert’s vibrant posters, then meet the artist in person during his Modern Pop Art Enrichment Program. 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 Painting Workshop Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Ages 9-12 Unearth the joy of painting! Staff from Do Art Productions will guide you through learning techniques such as paint mixing, shading, and brushwork while encouraging creativity. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Painting Workshop 2:00pm–4:00pm Upcoming Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Ages 9-12 Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Unearth the joy of painting! Staff from Do Art Productions will guide you through learning techniques such as paint mixing, shading, and brushwork while encouraging creativity. 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 Book Bedazzling Workshop Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Community Connections, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adults Give your favorite book a sparkling makeover! Bring a book from your collection for a creative Book Bedazzling Workshop where you can decorate book covers with gems, glitter, and other dazzling embellishments. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 22 2026 Wed Book Bedazzling Workshop 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Community Connections, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Give your favorite book a sparkling makeover! Bring a book from your collection for a creative Book Bedazzling Workshop where you can decorate book covers with gems, glitter, and other dazzling embellishments.
This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Dino Pottery & Trivia Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Join us for a prehistoric adventure filled with hands-on pottery painting and dino-themed trivia! Kids will get to paint their own dinosaur pottery piece, test their knowledge with fun trivia questions, and learn cool dino facts along the way. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Dino Pottery & Trivia 11:00am–12:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Program Type: Art Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a prehistoric adventure filled with hands-on pottery painting and dino-themed trivia! Kids will get to paint their own dinosaur pottery piece, test their knowledge with fun trivia questions, and learn cool dino facts along the way.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Craft and Art Supply Swap Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies, Home & Garden Age Group: Teens, Adults Do you have extra craft or art supplies cluttering up your space? Drop off your new, unused items at the library's Circulation desk any time before August 8th to get an early access ticket to the swap.Guidelines for donations: View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 8 2026 Sat Craft and Art Supply Swap 2:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies, Home & Garden Event Details: Do you have extra craft or art supplies cluttering up your space? Drop off your new, unused items at the library's Circulation desk any time before August 8th to get an early access ticket to the swap.Guidelines for donations:
This event is in the "Adults" group Sparkle & Celebrate: Diamond Art Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adults Wrap up summer reading in style! In this relaxing class you’ll create a shimmering diamond art project featuring a cozy, tranquil library scene. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Sparkle & Celebrate: Diamond Art 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Wrap up summer reading in style! In this relaxing class you’ll create a shimmering diamond art project featuring a cozy, tranquil library scene.
This event is in the "Adults" group Step-by-Step Painting for Adults: Book Bouquet Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adults 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 20 2026 Thu Step-by-Step Painting for Adults: Book Bouquet 6:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: 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. 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.