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Handmade Holidays: Drop-in Gift Making

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

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Crafts & Hobbies

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Children & Family, Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Children & Family, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies

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Get into the holiday spirit at our Handmade Holidays event, a joyful drop-in gift-making workshop for all ages!

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

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Community Connections, Meet the Author

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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.

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10 am	This event is in the "Adults" group Senior Bingo & Brain Games 10:00am–11:00am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Senior Bingo & Brain Games meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month for fun in a friendly environment. Our casual and relaxed pace makes it perfect for people of all playing levels. Bring friends or join us on your own and meet new people in our community. Sponsored by Friends of Hickory Public Library.	This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Story Time Kickoff 10:00am–10:45am Ages 0-4 This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group 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. 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 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Story Time Kickoff 10:00am–10:45am Ages 0-4 This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group 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. 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 Early Alzheimer’s Symptoms 10:00am–11:00am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group 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. January topic: Early Alzheimer’s Symptoms This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group Tinker Tales: Arctic Animals 10:00am–11:00am Ages 0-4, Ages 5-8 This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Ages 0-4, Ages 5-8 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.	This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Story Time Kickoff 10:00am–10:45am Ages 0-4 This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community 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. 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.
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2 pm	This event is in the "Children & Family" group Pre-K Family Play 2:00pm–2:45pm Children & Family This event is in the "Children & Family" group Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children & Family Event Details: Socializing is easy at the library! Preschool families can join this program for structured literacy-supported play. This program is best suited for ages 2-4. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Meet Dr. King 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children & Family, Teens, Adults Program Type: History & Genealogy, Music Event Details: Meet Dr. King is a wonderful introduction to the life and work of one of America’s most influential men.
3 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Learn to Play Ukulele 3:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Music Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to play ukulele in a fun, supportive, relaxed group environment. Participants will learn basic chords and strum patterns, and start playing songs during the program. 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.
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5 pm	This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group Aurora Borealis with Hickory Museum of Art 5:00pm–7:00pm Ages 9-12, Teens Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 9-12, Teens Program Type: Art, Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Create the Aurora Borealis using chalk pastels and acrylic paint on black paper.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Roll for Initiative: Dungeons & Dragons League 5:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Adventurers are invited to play Dungeons & Dragons at the library! Each month will feature multiple sessions at once to accommodate all levels, from absolute beginner to seasoned adventurer alike. 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 "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Lego Club 5:00pm–5:45pm Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: 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 "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Books & Ball: Volleyball 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 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 volleyball themed stories then learn the fundamentals of the game by dribbling, running, and shooting.
6 pm	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Seed Starting and Seed & Plant Swap 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Home & Garden Registration Required Event Details: Now is the perfect time to plan for the spring! Learn all about starting perennials, vegetables, and annuals in this program presented by NC Cooperative Extension Agent Jake Haynes. We will teach when and how to start your seeds. 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 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Chess Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming Event Details: 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 "Adults" group New Year, New Space 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Home & Garden Event Details: 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.	This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Ridgeview Chess 6:00pm–7:00pm Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Ridgeview Group Study Age Group: Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming 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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