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 Teens, Adults Upcoming 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 5-8" group Jul 20 2026 Mon Twirl Together! 11:00am–12:00pm Ages 5-8 This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group Jul 20 2026 Mon Twirl Together! 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Ages 5-8 Event Details: Members of Hickory Ballet & Performing Arts' National Honor Society for Dance Arts welcome young dancers to join them in this dance class series. Dancers will participate in warm-ups, imaginative movement games, and simple chor 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 Jul 20 2026 Mon Jurassic Terrariums 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 20 2026 Mon Jurassic Terrariums 6:00pm–7:00pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Home & Garden Registration Required Event Details: Utilize plants from The Learning Lab’s Plant Share & Seed Exchange to cultivate a miniature dinosaur world. 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 "Children & Family" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Story Time with Community Helpers: Catawba County Parks 9:30am–10:15am Children & Family This event is in the "Children & Family" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Story Time with Community Helpers: Catawba County Parks 9:30am–10:15am Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children & Family Program Type: Story Time Event Details: Hear nature stories and learn from our friends from Catawba County Parks in this special story time focusing on the County parks system. 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 9-12" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Painting Workshop 2:00pm–4:00pm Ages 9-12 Upcoming 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 Jul 21 2026 Tue Hickory Poetry Salon 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Hickory Poetry Salon 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Facilitated by Hickory Poet Laureate Scott Owens, this monthly group will include all things poetic: sharing, discussion, prompts, critiques and workshops. Everyone is welcome.
This event is in the "Children & Family" group Jul 22 2026 Wed All Ages Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Children & Family This event is in the "Children & Family" group Jul 22 2026 Wed All Ages Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children & Family Program Type: Story Time Event Details: An all-ages story time with stories, dancing, and singing. No registration required, first come, first serve up to 75 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 Jul 22 2026 Wed Build-a-Dino 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 22 2026 Wed Build-a-Dino 2:00pm–3:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Hand sew a plush dinosaur stuffie while watching "The Good Dinosaur", a movie about an apatosaurus named Arlo who makes an unlikely human friend. Movie is rated PG. 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 Jul 22 2026 Wed Open Door Book Club 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 22 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. New members are always welcome at the Open Door Book Club. The book for July is "Morningside: 1979 Greensboro Massacre and the Struggle for an American’s City Soul" by Aran Shetterly.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 22 2026 Wed Book Bedazzling Workshop 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Upcoming 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 Jul 23 2026 Thu Dino Pottery & Trivia 11:00am–12:30pm Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Upcoming 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 Jul 23 2026 Thu Fossil Discovery: A Hands-On Experience 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Fossil Discovery: A Hands-On Experience 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, History & Genealogy, Technology & Science Event Details: Journey through billions of years of natural history as we examine the fossil record from primitive marine organisms to massive dinosaurs and mighty mammals of the Ice Age.
This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Ridgeview Chess 6:00pm–7:00pm Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Ridgeview Chess 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room 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 "Adults" group Jul 23 2026 Thu New Romantics Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 23 2026 Thu New Romantics Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm 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. New members are welcome. July's selection is "Red, White & Royal Blue" by Casey McQuiston.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 24 2026 Fri Trivia & Jingo 10:30am–11:30am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 24 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 "Adults" group Jul 24 2026 Fri Zen Den 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 24 2026 Fri Zen Den 2:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Connections, Health & Wellness Event Details: 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.
This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Jul 25 2026 Sat Readasaurus Story Time 10:00am–11:00am Ages 0-4 Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Jul 25 2026 Sat Readasaurus Story Time 10:00am–11:00am Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-4 Program Type: Story Time Registration Required Event Details: An adoptable dinosaur is waiting for you in this dinosaur story time where you will hear stories, songs, and make a pledge to read to your dinosaur! 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 Jul 25 2026 Sat Pokémon Terrariums 11:00am–12:00pm Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Jul 25 2026 Sat Pokémon Terrariums 11:00am–12:00pm Upcoming Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Gotta plant ‘em all! Create your own Pokémon-inspired terrarium with live plants and decorative materials. 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 Jul 27 2026 Mon Twirl Together! 11:00am–12:00pm Ages 5-8 This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group Jul 27 2026 Mon Twirl Together! 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Ages 5-8 Event Details: Members of Hickory Ballet & Performing Arts' National Honor Society for Dance Arts welcome young dancers to join them in this dance class series. Dancers will participate in warm-ups, imaginative movement games, and simple chor 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 0-4" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Story Time with Community Helpers: Humane Society of Catawba County 9:30am–10:15am Ages 0-4 This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Story Time with Community Helpers: Humane Society of Catawba County 9:30am–10:15am Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Library Outdoor Stage Age Group: Ages 0-4 Program Type: Community Connections Event Details: Hear a story about animal adoption and learn how to adopt and care for animals and get a chance to meet adoptable pets. 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 "Children & Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Summer Picnic 11:00am–12:00pm Children & Family, Teens This event is in the "Children & Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 28 2026 Tue Summer Picnic 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Children & Family, Teens Program Type: Community Connections Event Details: End the summer with a picnic in the park! Friends of Ridgeview Branch Library will provide lunch and then we’ll play in the park to celebrate the end of an amazing summer.
This event is in the "Children & Family" group Jul 29 2026 Wed All Ages Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Children & Family This event is in the "Children & Family" group Jul 29 2026 Wed All Ages Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children & Family Program Type: Story Time Event Details: An all-ages story time with stories, dancing, and singing. No registration required, first come, first serve up to 75 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 Jul 30 2026 Thu Red Cross Blood Donation Drive 11:00am–3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 30 2026 Thu Red Cross Blood Donation Drive 11:00am–3:00pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Connections, Health & Wellness Event Details: Donate blood and save a life.
This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 30 2026 Thu Ridgeview Chess 6:00pm–7:00pm Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 30 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.