This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Creative Upcycling: The Basics of Needle Felting on Fabric 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Creative Upcycling: The Basics of Needle Felting on Fabric 6:00pm–7:30pm Waitlist Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Turn your favorite basic into a one-of-a-kind wearable. This hands-on introduction to upcycling with wool introduces the tools and techniques you need to start "painting" with fiber to take your basic wearable into a work of art. Disclaimer(s) 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 17 2026 Tue St Patrick’s Day Glassware & Mugs 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens, Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 17 2026 Tue St Patrick’s Day Glassware & Mugs 2:00pm–3:30pm Waitlist Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Top of the morning to you and a happy St. Patrick’s Day! Learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3 to customize and create your very own St. Patrick’s Day themed glassware and mugs. Disclaimer(s) 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 Mar 17 2026 Tue Hickory Poetry Salon 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Hickory Poetry Salon 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Meet the Author Event Details: Facilitated by Hickory Poet Laureate Scott Owens, this monthly group includes all things poetic: sharing, discussion, prompts, critiques and workshops.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Songwriting Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Songwriting Club 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 musician Andrew Massey.
This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Lego Club 5:00pm–5:45pm Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Lego Club 5:00pm–5:45pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 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. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 19 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 Mar 19 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 "Adults" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Benefits of Chess 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Benefits of Chess 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Plotting and Publishing: A Writing Workshop with author Marissa Eller 2:30pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Plotting and Publishing: A Writing Workshop with author Marissa Eller 2:30pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Meet the Author Event Details: Learn about the writing and publishing processes from Author Marissa Eller. Eller is a certified "plotter" - an author who creates detailed character sketches and plot outlines before ever writing a word.
This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 23 2026 Mon Senior Bingo & Brain Games 10:00am–11:00am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 23 2026 Mon Senior Bingo & Brain Games 10:00am–11:00am 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 24 2026 Tue Roll for Initiative: Dungeons & Dragons League 5:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 24 2026 Tue Roll for Initiative: Dungeons & Dragons League 5:00pm–7:30pm Open 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 Mar 24 2026 Tue Chess Club 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 Mar 24 2026 Tue Chess Club 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 26 2026 Thu K-Pop Stan-nanza 5:30pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 26 2026 Thu K-Pop Stan-nanza 5:30pm–7:30pm 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 Mar 26 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 Mar 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 "Adults" group Mar 27 2026 Fri Trivia & Jingo 10:30am–11:30am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 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 "Adults" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Bricks and Books: Building Rivendell 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Bricks and Books: Building Rivendell 6:00pm–7:00pm Open 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Ukulele Group Jam 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Ukulele Group Jam 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Music Event Details: Come strum and play along with us in a fun, supportive, and relaxed environment. All levels of experience are welcome. Arrive at 6:00pm for helpful tips on getting started playing ukulele. Jam starts at 6:15.
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Classic Films with Joe Barrett 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Classic Films with Joe Barrett 5:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: 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. The film for April is "Notorious", directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Cast Includes: Cary Grant, Ingrid Bergman, Claude Rains, Louis Calhern, Moroni Olsen
This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 2 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 Apr 2 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.
Apr 3 2026 Fri Good Friday All Day Closing Apr 3 2026 Fri Closing Good Friday All Day Branches: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
Apr 5 2026 Sun Easter All Day Closing Apr 5 2026 Sun Closing Easter All Day Branches: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Spine Poetry 2:00pm–3:00pm Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Spine Poetry 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Build a poem by stacking books flat in a tower. No registration required; first come, first serve up to 20.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Community Threads 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Community Threads 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Explore a new fiber arts hobby in The Learning Lab with a hands-on demonstration. Experiment with any of our other fiber arts tools or bring your own project to work on alongside your fellow fiber enthusiasts. Disclaimer(s) 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 "Teens" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Spring into Service: Hats and Blankets 2:00pm–3:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Spring into Service: Hats and Blankets 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Community Connections, Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Spring into service to give back to your community! Learn how to crochet, knit or sew hats and blankets for local families.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Roll for Initiative: Dungeons & Dragons League 5:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Roll for Initiative: Dungeons & Dragons League 5:00pm–7:30pm Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room 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.