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10 am

Let's Code

10:00am - 11:00am
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:

Let's code in celebration of National Computer Science Education Week! Learn the fundamentals of coding and game development through stations featuring Ozobots, Bee Bots, an 'Hour of Code™’ challenge, and more!

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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.

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.  

Handmade Holidays: Gifts in a Nutshell!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Presentation or Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Your friends and family will go absolutely nutty for these recipes! Learn how to make butter, roasted, and candied nuts for holiday gifts. 

Wonder Lab: Legos

10:30am - 11:30am
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:

Tiny Tech is now Wonder Lab! Wonder Lab is a bi-monthly program designed for ages 7+ exploring varying themes such as coding, circuitry, architecture, and more through interactive stations.  

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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.
11 am

Chair Yoga

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Instructor E. Jingle Enerio from Highland Recreation Center and Hickory Yoga & Wellness will lead a low-impact chair yoga class that focuses on breathing, strength training, coordination, and mobility.
12 pm
1 pm

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! 
2 pm

Handmade Holidays: Sewing Food Carriers with Creativebug

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: The Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, The Learning Lab
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Get ready for holiday gatherings by learning to sew a simple food carrier! This guided program utilizes The Learning Lab’s sewing machines and the Library’s digital resource, Creativebug! All experience levels are welcome.

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.

NaNoWriMo:  Editing Workshop

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Congratulations, NaNoWriMo graduates! You've achieved the incredible feat of completing your novel, and now it's time to polish it to perfection.
3 pm

Handmade Holidays: Needle Felting Ornament Diffuser

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

OH, the comforting scents of Christmas! Create a felted ornament diffuser by needle felting.
4 pm

Handmade Holidays: No Bake Salt Dough Ornaments

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children & Family
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children & Family
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Using 3 simple ingredients, create your own seasonal ornament or keepsake in time for holidays.
5 pm

You Are A Gem

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Everyone
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Everyone

1st Thursdays ROCK at Ridgeview Branch Library. Youth of Ridgeview, we want to celebrate you as we learn about monthly gemstones! All are welcomed to celebrate birthdays, do crafts, make snacks, learn and have a great time.
 

Classic Films with Joe Barrett

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation or Lecture
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.   

This month, we will be screening The Great Train Robbery (1963) starring Sean Connery and Donald Sutherland.
6 pm

The Grinch by Sigmon Theatrical

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children & Family
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children & Family
Program Type: Live Performance
Event Details:

Get ready to meet the Master of Mean, to greet the Greatest of Grouches, the King of the Crankiest  - the one and only - - - -  Mr. Grinch!

Ridgeview Chess

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Ridgeview Group Study
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.