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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

Event Details:

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:

Meet the Author

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: Meet the Author

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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

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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

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10 am		This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Tales for Preschoolers-Dinovember 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 Event Details: Celebrate Dinovember with a special story time. Feel free to dress as your favorite dinosaur! 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 Holidays and Seniors: The Impact of Loneliness and Social Isolation 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: 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 This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Tinker Tales: Dinosaurs 10:00am–11:00am 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: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Ages 0-4 Program Type: STEAM, Story Time Event Details: Enjoy stories that spark creativity and curiosity followed by hands-on activities that explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). 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.
11 am					This event is in the "Children & Family" group Holidaypalooza 11:00am–1:30pm Children & Family Offsite Event This event is in the "Children & Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children & Family Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Story Time Event Details: A special Holidaypalooza event will be presented by the City of Hickory, the Hickory Downtown Development Association (HDDA), and the Hickory Farmers Market on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Union Square in downtown Hickory.
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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, 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 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: 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. 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.
3 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Open Door Book Club 3:30pm–5:00pm 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: 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 "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.		This event is in the "Children & Family" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Lego Club 5:00pm–5:45pm Children & Family, Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 This event is in the "Children & Family" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" 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, 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. 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 Bilingual Buddies \| Compañeros Bilingües 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required 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: 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. This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Books & Ball: Basketball 5:00pm–6:30pm Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Offsite Event This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Program Type: Health & Wellness, Story Time Event Details: Explore the world of sports through books and play! This month enjoy basketball themed stories then learn the fundamentals of the game by dribbling, running, and shooting.
6 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Handmade Holidays: Macra-Maple Leaf Coasters 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Closed Registration Required 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: 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 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: 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 Cancelled Holidays and Seniors: The Impact of Loneliness and Social Isolation 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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: 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 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, 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 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 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 This event is in the "Children & Family" 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: 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.

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