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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Sep
16
2023
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies,
Health & Wellness,
Outdoor Activity
Event Details:
Meet us at Glenn Hilton Park Shelter #1 where Wild Birds Unlimited will teach about bird identification and bird feeding. Bring your binoculars for walk through the park to see what birds you can identify!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
11
2023
Mon
Senior Bingo & Brain Games
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Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Meeting Room
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
15
2023
Fri
Book to Table: Make Your Own Pasta Carbonara
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies,
Presentation or Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Make all your pasta dreams come true! Joe Barrett will demonstrate how to make homemade pasta and cook it into a delicious pasta carbonara. Learn, Cook, Repeat with our Book to Table cooking classes.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
16
2023
Sat
Native Perennials & Fall Planting Talk + Plant Swap
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
The Learning Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
The Learning Lab,
Presentation or Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining:
14
Event Details:
NC Cooperative Extension Agent April Vigardt will lead an informative session on native perennials and fall planting. Learn why fall is the best time to plant native plants/perennials and what you can do to increase your chances of success.
Disclaimer(s)
The Learning Lab
The Learning Lab is available to library patrons ages 7 and up. An adult must accompany users younger than age 12 at all times. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
16
2023
Sat
Voter Registration Drop-in
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgeview Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Awareness
Event Details:
The League of Women Voters of Catawba Valley will be in the lobby at Ridgeview Branch Library where individuals can stop by at any time to register to vote and ask questions about the voting process.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
12
2023
Tue
Voter Registration Drop-in
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Awareness
Event Details:
The League of Women Voters of Catawba Valley will be in the lobby of Patrick Beaver Memorial Library. Individuals can stop by at any time to register to vote and ask questions about the voting process.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
13
2023
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgeview Branch Library
Room:
Ridgeview Group Study
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Awareness
Event Details:
Need assistance with job searching, resume preparation, or interviewing skills? The Ridgeview Works program can be the solution!
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This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.
Cancelled
Children & Family,
K-5
This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.
Sep
16
2023
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Study Room 2
Age Group:
Children & Family,
K-5
Program Type:
Paws to Read
The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Caregivers are required to stay in the room during the appointment. Arrive five minutes before session time. If for any reason arrival is after 10 minutes from session time, your appointment will be cancelled.
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 "K-5" group.
Cancelled
Children & Family,
K-5
This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.
Sep
16
2023
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Study Room 2
Age Group:
Children & Family,
K-5
Program Type:
Paws to Read
The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Caregivers are required to stay in the room during the appointment. Arrive five minutes before session time. If for any reason arrival is after 10 minutes from session time, your appointment will be cancelled.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
16
2023
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgeview Branch Library
Room:
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Meet the Author
Event Details:
Celebrate your community by supporting area authors. Friends of Ridgeview Branch Library and Hickory NAACP will host a panel style conversation with several authors who will share their process, their story, and their advice.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
16
2023
Sat
Lyrics of a Chrysalis: Poetry and Process with Tracy Hawkins
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Library Lawn
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Live Performance,
Meet the Author
Event Details:
Local author Tracy Hawkins will host a poetry reading from her book Lyrics from a Chrysalis on the side lawn of the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library. Please bring a chair or a blanket to sit on.
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This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.
Children & Family,
K-5
Closed
This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.
Sep
12
2023
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Study Room 2
Age Group:
Children & Family,
K-5
Program Type:
Paws to Read
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Caregivers are required to stay in the room during the appointment. Arrive five minutes before session time. If for any reason arrival is after 10 minutes from session time, your appointment will be cancelled.
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 "K-5" group.
Children & Family,
K-5
Closed
This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.
Sep
12
2023
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Study Room 2
Age Group:
Children & Family,
K-5
Program Type:
Paws to Read
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Caregivers are required to stay in the room during the appointment. Arrive five minutes before session time. If for any reason arrival is after 10 minutes from session time, your appointment will be cancelled.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
11
2023
Mon
Point of View Teen Writing Club
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Teen writers of all levels from experienced to brand new are invited! Come do writing challenges, share writing tips, play storytelling games, and more! Sharing your work is optional but welcome. Meets the third Thursday of each month.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
14
2023
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgeview Branch Library
Room:
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Community Awareness,
Health & Wellness,
Presentation or Lecture
Event Details:
Many have been impacted by the loss of loved ones through suicide. This evidence-based training by Partners Health Management teaches the skills to intervene in a suicide crisis: Question. Persuade. Refer.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
11
2023
Mon
Interactive Coral Exhibit with Arduino
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
The Learning Lab
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
The Learning Lab,
STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Create an LED exhibit that mimics the phenomenon known as coral bleaching. Use Arduino, 3D-printed coral pieces, and LED lights to create a coral reef that begins as a full rainbow of colors and then dims to white.
Disclaimer(s)
The Learning Lab
The Learning Lab is available to library patrons ages 7 and up. An adult must accompany users younger than age 12 at all times. 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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
12
2023
Tue
Explore the Outdoors: Trail & Hiking First Aid
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Presentation or Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Event Details:
The cool weather hiking season is approaching, so come learn about trail safety for the season! This class will cover topics like tick bites, hypothermia, and dehydration.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Sep
13
2023
Wed
K9s & Community: Meet Officer Berry and Rocco
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Ridgeview Branch Library
Room:
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Community Awareness
Event Details:
Master Police Officer Chris Berry and his K9 partner Rocco, from Hickory Police Department will share and demonstrate what they do for our community, how the canines are trained, and answer any questions you have.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
13
2023
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Outdoor Activity
Event Details:
Qigong is a mind-body-spirit practice that improves one's mental and physical health by integrating posture, movement, breathing technique, self-massage, sound, and focused intent. Taught by Diane Christensen of Inner Chi Arts.
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This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "Baby to Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.
Children & Family,
Baby to Pre-K,
K-5
This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "Baby to Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.
Sep
14
2023
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children & Family,
Baby to Pre-K,
K-5
Program Type:
Story Time
Wear your pajamas and slippers on the second Thursday of the month for tales before bed, a storytime perfect for the whole family.
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.
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