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10 am
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Senior Bingo & Brain Games

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults

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.

Barktober: Customized Pet Treat Jars

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: The Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, The Learning Lab
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Cricut to customize your pet's treat jar to reflect their unique personality! All supplies will be provided. Optional: Participants can bring their pet food bowl to customize as well.

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.

Trivia & Jingo

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Adults

Keep your mind active and sharp by taking part in a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games.  

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Annular Eclipse Mini Bash

10:00am - 12:00pm
Everyone
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Come learn about the sun and the moon while we gear up to watch the annular eclipse happen right in our very own town of Hickory.

11 am
12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ridgeview Works

1:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens, Adults
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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! 

This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.

PAWS to Read

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Children & Family, K-5
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Study Room 2
Age Group: Children & Family, K-5
Program Type: Paws to Read
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

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.

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.

For a temporary card, go to the library’s online catalog and click “Create Account” in the top right corner. This will give you a temporary card number that you can use for 14 days.  For more information, call the library or visit our website.

This event is in the "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.

PAWS to Read

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Children & Family, K-5
Closed
Required
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: 0

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.

2 pm
This event is in the "K-5" group.

Tiny Tech: Spooky Science

2:30pm - 3:30pm
K-5
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: The Learning Lab
Age Group: K-5
Program Type: The Learning Lab, STEAM
Event Details:

Explore the fascinating world of science with a spooky twist. Make slime, grow crystals on mini pumpkins, and more!  This program is for children ages 7 and up. 

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.

3 pm
4 pm
This event is in the "K-5" group.
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: K-5
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Have fun exploring and learning about the science of the sun! We’ll do some hands-on activities to explore light, solar power, and more to celebrate the upcoming annular solar eclipse. 
 

5 pm
This event is in the "K-5" group.

Handmade Holidays: Scare-o-rariums

5:00pm - 6:00pm
K-5
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: The Learning Lab
Age Group: K-5
Program Type: The Learning Lab, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Have a scary good time creating your very own mini ecosystem. Use live plants, science, and 3D-printed decorations to make your Scare-o-rarium come to life!  
 

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.

For a temporary card, go to the library’s online catalog and click “Create Account” in the top right corner. This will give you a temporary card number that you can use for 14 days.  For more information, call the library or visit our website.

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 to Table: Cooking with Beer

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Presentation or Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Get ready for Hickory’s Oktoberfest with these Bavarian-inspired dishes featuring your favorite bubbly beverage. Learn, Cook, Repeat with our Book to Table cooking classes.

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.

For a temporary card, go to the library’s online catalog and click “Create Account” in the top right corner. This will give you a temporary card number that you can use for 14 days.  For more information, call the library or visit our website.

6 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Handmade Holidays: Terror-ariums

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: The Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: The Learning Lab, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Have a terrifyingly good time creating your very own mini ecosystem. Use live plants, science, and 3D-printed decorations to make your Terror-rarium come to life! 

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.

For a temporary card, go to the library’s online catalog and click “Create Account” in the top right corner. This will give you a temporary card number that you can use for 14 days.  For more information, call the library or visit our website.

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 "Everyone" group.

Ridgeview Chess

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
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 "Children & Family" group.
This event is in the "Baby to Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "K-5" group.

Twilight Tales

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children & Family, Baby to Pre-K, K-5
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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.