Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

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Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
375 3rd St. NE
Hickory, NC 28601
United States

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Mon: 9:00am-8:00pm

Tue: 9:00am-8:00pm

Wed: 9:00am-8:00pm

Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm

Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm

Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Ridgeview Branch Library

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Ridgeview Branch Library
706 1st St. SW
Hickory, NC 28602
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon: 9:00am-8:00pm

Tue: 9:00am-8:00pm

Wed: 9:00am-8:00pm

Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm

Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm

Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

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Featured Events

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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

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

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

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.

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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

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Connections, Meet the Author

Event Details:

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.

Santa Borders

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

Open

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

Event Details:

‘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.

Donna Washington

Kwanzaa for Community

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

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Meet the Author

Age Group:

Children & Family, Teens, Adults

Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: Children & Family, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Meet the Author

Event Details:

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

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

Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Connections, Home & Garden

Event Details:

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

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Time	Sun (8/17)	Mon (8/18)	Tue (8/19)	Wed (8/20)	Thu (8/21)	Fri (8/22)	Sat (8/23)
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 "Adults" group Medication Safety 10:00am–11:00am Adults 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: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Event Details: Join the staff of Partners for courses on mental health topics the third Thursday of each month at 10:00 am. Continuing Education hours can be provided. August topic: Medication Safety	This event is in the "Adults" group Trivia & Jingo 10:30am–11:30am Adults 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: Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Keep your mind active and sharp by taking part in a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games.
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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 Sublimated Dog Bandanas 2:00pm–3:00pm Teens, Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Registration Required Event Details: We’re celebrating National Dog Month! We’ll be using The Learning Lab’s sublimation printer and Canva to make the perfect pupper accessory. 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 "Children & Family" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group Letter Link 4:30pm–5:30pm Children & Family, Ages 5-8 This event is in the "Children & Family" 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: Children & Family, Ages 5-8 Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Letter Link is a monthly meet up pen pal group focusing on engaging young writers’ literacy skills through creating postcards and letters for nonprofit organizations. 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 "Teens" group Point of View Teen Writing Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Teens 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: Conference Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: 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 Tuesday of each month.
6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sublimated Dog Bandanas 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Registration Required Event Details: We’re celebrating National Dog Month! We’ll be using The Learning Lab’s sublimation printer and Canva to make the perfect pupper accessory. 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 "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Chess Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" 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, Ages 9-12, 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Songwriting Club 6:00pm–7:00pm 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: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Everyday Mindfulness with Sara Baggett 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults 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: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Explore and practice mindfulness techniques that can be used in your everyday life. These techniques include open eyed awareness, mindful moving and eating, and how to conduct a general assessment of yourself throughout the day. 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.