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Art Exhibit - Patterns in Nature by Kimberly Fragola

All Day 6/1 - 7/31
Everyone
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Art Display
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: The Learning Lab
Event Details:

Hickory Public Library invites you to view the works of artist Kimberly Fragola. The exhibit, Patterns in Nature, will be on display until July 31, 2024, in The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library.
9 am

Stretch-n-Grow Story Time: Ninja Training

9:30am - 10:00am
Baby to Pre-K
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby to Pre-K
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Families are invited for a fitness-based story time with Stretch-n-Grow! Bring a towel/blanket/yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

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.
10 am

All Ages Story Time

10:00am - 10:30am
Baby to Pre-K
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Baby to Pre-K
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

An all-ages story time with stories, dancing, and singing.  

Limited to the first 75 in attendance.

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.

Freedom Day Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Children & Family, K-5
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Children & Family, K-5
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Together let’s celebrate Juneteenth with a community-led story time! Bring your family and friends to hear stories, and enjoy music, dance, and craft as we celebrate the freedom accomplished and the freedom to come! 

VayaHealth Training Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation or Lecture
Event Details:

Join the staff of VayaHealth for courses on mental health topics. The first session will begin at 10 am and the second session will begin at 11 am. Continuing Education hours can be provided.
11 am

Mermaid Story Time

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children & Family, Baby to Pre-K
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children & Family, Baby to Pre-K
Program Type: Live Performance, Story Time
Event Details:

Meet a real live mermaid and listen to her tales and bring your camera to get a photo with the mermaid! 

Limited to the first 75 in attendance.
12 pm
1 pm

Passport to Adventure Club: Games Around the World

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children & Family, K-5
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children & Family, K-5
Event Details:

Drop in for the passport club where each week we create and explore through STEAM, crafts, and books! First come, first serve, up to 50 participants while supplies last.

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

Passport to Adventure Club: Games Around the World

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children & Family, K-5
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Children & Family, K-5
Event Details:

Drop in for the passport club where each week we create and explore through STEAM, crafts, and books! Each event is open to the first 40 persons in attendance, while supplies last. 
3 pm

We Are Ridgeview

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Awareness, History & Geneaology, Presentation or Lecture
Event Details:

Community members will share stories and memories of the Ridgeview community and how it continues to shape and influence them. This storytelling project will connect the community, people, and common causes. 
4 pm

Bug Appétit

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children & Family, K-5
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children & Family, K-5
Program Type: Presentation or Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Meet some invertebrates from Catawba Science Center while snacking on a few bugs! Learn about the cultures around the world that eat insects as part of their daily diets as well as the advantages to this source of protein. 

Point of View Teen Writing Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teens
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens

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. 
 
5 pm
6 pm

Sojourner Truth Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Take part in a multicultural book discussion that explores equality through books that tackle race, gender, and other important social issues. New members are always welcome.

Enchanted Expeditions: A Magical Reading Adventure

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children & Family, K-5
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children & Family, K-5
Program Type: Live Performance
Event Details:

Join Award Winning Magician and Storyteller Dana Hill as he uses fun and illusions to take you on an adventure at your library with books as your guide. 

Songwriting Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults

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 musicians Andrew Massey and Nora Kaminski.

PAWS to Read

6:00pm - 6:30pm
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.

Make an Impression: Stamp Carving Workshop

6:00pm - 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
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Learn to carve your own rubber stamps to add personality to journals, cards, and more! You’ll learn to transfer a design and use tools safely to create a unique stamp.

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.

PAWS to Read

6:30pm - 7:00pm
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: 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.

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.