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10 am
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Connections, 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.

November topic: Holidays and Seniors: The Impact of Loneliness and Social Isolation

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 Connections, Jobs & Careers
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

Handmade Holidays: Self Care Kit

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Home & Garden
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pause and create a self care kit with the guidance of Andream Luxury Candles. Customize a candle and body scrub for hours of relaxation in a season of busyness. 

Individuals must sign a safety waiver to participate in this workshop.

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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.

3 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Door Book Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

New members are always welcome at the Open Door Book Club.

The book for November is The Hinterlands by Robert Morgan. A limited number of copies will be available for sign out at the 2nd floor service desk. 

4 pm
5 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Bilingual Buddies | Compañeros Bilingües

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Connections, Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice English in a friendly, welcoming environment with our Bilingual Buddies ESL conversation classes.

6 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Handmade Holidays: Macra-Maple Leaf Coasters

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: The Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Home & Garden
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled workshop to create your own Macrame Maple leaf coasters! This beginner friendly program will teach you how to make a cozy set of coasters, perfect for hot cups of cider! All supplies will be provided. 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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 Clubs
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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Connections, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The staff of Partners will provide training on helping your loved ones decrease the impact of social isolation and loneliness during the Holiday Season. Learn about loneliness and prevention strategies during the holidays. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Music

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 musician Andrew Massey.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bilingual Buddies | Compañeros Bilingües

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Connections
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice English in a friendly, welcoming environment with our Bilingual Buddies ESL conversation classes.

This event is in the "Children & Family" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Ridgeview Chess

6:00pm–7:00pm
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: 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.