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Lego Club

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM

Age Group:

Children & Family, Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Children & Family, Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM

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Build, make and play as we explore our creativity through Legos. We will have free play and Lego challenges.

Poet Laureate Reception

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Community Connections, Meet the Author

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Connections, Meet the Author

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The City of Hickory Library Advisory Board is proud to announce the first Poet Laureate, Scott Owens, to begin his two-year term on Jan. 1, 2026.

Stories with Santa

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies, Story Time

Age Group:

Children & Family, Ages 0-4, Ages 5-8

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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: Children & Family, Ages 0-4, Ages 5-8

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Story Time

Registration Required

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‘Tis the season! Santa Borders will be visiting from the North Pole to share holiday stories and songs. Enjoy Christmas crafts and activities while you wait to visit and take a picture with Santa Borders.

Kwanzaa for Community

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Community Connections, Meet the Author, Story Time

Age Group:

Children & Family, Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: Children & Family, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Community Connections, Meet the Author, Story Time

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Habri Gani! Celebrate the principles of Kwanzaa with award-winning internationally known master storyteller and author, Donna Washington.

Elvis Presley Tribute Show

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Music

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Music

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Put on your blue suede shoes for a morning of Elvis. Ed Smith, a local Elvis tribute artist, will perform some of your favorite Elvis songs. Come out and relive the magic of the King of Rock and Roll.

Free Shredding Event with Enviroshred

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Community Connections, Home & Garden

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Connections, Home & Garden

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Hickory-based shredding company Enviroshred will offer their annual free paper shredding service in Patrick Beaver Memorial Library's parking lot. Individuals will have the opportunity to shred up to two boxes or bags of personal documents a

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Story Time Kickoff

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

Ages 0-4

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Ages 0-4

Program Type: Story Time

Event Details:

Reading is crucial for a child’s development, especially in the first 1000 days of life, helping to build vocabulary and language skills.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Story Time Kickoff

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

Ages 0-4

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Ages 0-4

Program Type: Story Time

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Reading is crucial for a child’s development, especially in the first 1000 days of life, helping to build vocabulary and language skills.

New Year, New Space

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Home & Garden

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Home & Garden

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Ready to kick off 2026 feeling lighter, calmer, and more in control? Join us for an inspiring decluttering workshop that goes beyond just tidying up.

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10 am		This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Tales for Preschoolers 10:00am–10:30am Ages 0-4 This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-4 Program Type: Story Time Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-4. All are welcome. 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 0-4" group Tiny Tales 10:00am–10:30am Ages 0-4 This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-4 Program Type: Story Time Designed specifically for babies to age 2, your little one will explore the world around them through movement, songs, stories, and play. All are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat or quilt. 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 Tinker Tales: Butterflies 10:00am–11:00am Children & Family This event is in the "Children & Family" 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: Children & Family Program Type: STEAM, Story Time Event Details: Bring your family and friends to the library to hear new stories and explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) through hands-on tinkering. 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 5-8" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Community Drum Circle with Giving Tree Music 10:00am–11:00am Ages 5-8, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Library Outdoor Stage Age Group: Ages 5-8, Teens, Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, , Event Details: You’re invited to join in on a community drum circle and find your rhythm at the library! (No drumming experience needed!)
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1 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Ridgeview Works 1:00pm–4:30pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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 Connections Event Details: Need assistance with job searching, resume preparation, or interviewing skills? The Ridgeview Works program can be the solution!
2 pm						This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Hickory History: Yearbook Memories from Ridgeview, Claremont, & Hickory High Schools 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Connections, History & Genealogy Event Details: Explore Hickory over the last 100 years through the memories contained in Ridgeview, Claremont, and Hickory High School yearbooks from our library’s local history collection.
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4 pm				This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group STEAM Story Hour - Mother Goose 4:30pm–5:15pm Ages 0-4, Ages 5-8 This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-4, Ages 5-8 Program Type: STEAM, Story Time Event Details: Come to the library to celebrate National Mother Goose Day! Story time will include a fun STEAM based project. This program is designed for preschool-aged children but elementary aged children are also welcome. 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.
5 pm	This event is in the "Children & Family" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Teens" group Lego Club 5:00pm–5:45pm Children & Family, Ages 5-8, Teens This event is in the "Children & Family" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Teens" group 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, Ages 5-8, Teens 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.			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Knotty Hour: Not Your Average Granny Square 5:30pm–6:30pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" 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: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Looking for a community who enjoy exploring different textile crafts? Knotty Hour is for you! Each month share projects you're working on or new tips and tricks you've learned along the way.
6 pm		This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Chess Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Ages 5-8, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 5-8, Teens, Adults 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 "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Ridgeview Chess 6:00pm–7:00pm Ages 5-8, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Ridgeview Group Study Age Group: Ages 5-8, Teens, Adults 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.

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