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Carolina Caring Loss of Spouse Group

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

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Community Connections, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Connections, Health & Wellness

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Losing a spouse is one of life’s most profound losses. Carolina Caring’s grief team will facilitate a four week support group for anyone who has lost a spouse or companion. Individuals will have an opportunity to share memories of their

Cover of the book Picturing Black History: Photographs and Stories that Changed the World. Showing a photo of two people with the title and editors of the book.

Damarius Johnson: Picturing Black History

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

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Art, History & Genealogy, Meet the Author

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Art, History & Genealogy, Meet the Author

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Meet author and editor Damarius Johnson as he presents stories and images from the recent NAACP Image Award-nominated book, "Picturing Black History: Photographs and Stories That Changed the World." There will be a Q & A session and book signi

Carolina Caring Loss of Spouse Group

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Community Connections, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Connections, Health & Wellness

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Books to Broadway: The Lightning Thief

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

Community Connections, Story Time

Age Group:

Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12

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Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library

Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room

Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12

Program Type: Community Connections, Story Time

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Join Hickory Ballet & Performing Arts for an interactive story time that shows how classic and contemporary books become unforgettable musical theatre experiences.

Chess Club with Beginner Group Lesson

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Conference Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming

Age Group:

Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming

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Learn chess basics, strategies, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels, from beginners to champions, are welcome.

Tinker Tales: Rainbows

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

STEAM, Story Time

Age Group:

Ages 0-4, Ages 5-8

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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).

Stack of books with text Friends Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale

All Day 3/27 - 3/28

Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Community Connections

Age Group:

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: Community Connections

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Friends of Hickory Public Library will host a used book sale Friday, March 27 - Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day. Proceeds support library services and programs.

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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 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 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 "Ages 0-4" group This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group Tinker Tales: Rainbows 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.
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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 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 St Patrick’s Day Glassware & Mugs 2:00pm–3:30pm 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: The Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Top of the morning to you and a happy St. Patrick’s Day! Learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3 to customize and create your very own St. Patrick’s Day themed glassware and mugs. 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 "Adults" group Caring for People with Alzheimer’s: Challenges and Strategies 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Conference 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 2:00 pm. Continuing Education hours can be provided.	This event is in the "Adults" group Benefits of Chess 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Connections, Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming Event Details: Learn the benefits of chess! Author and founder of Big Chair Chess Club, Eugene Brown, will share information on how chess helps critical thinking skills, promotes social-emotional learning, and encourages focus and patience.
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5 pm				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 Books & Ball: Soccer 5:00pm–6:30pm Ages 5-8 Offsite Event This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Ages 5-8 Program Type: Health & Wellness, Story Time Event Details: Explore the world of sports through books and play! This month, enjoy soccer-themed stories then learn the fundamentals of the game by passing, shooting, and footwork drills.
6 pm	This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group The Doodle Den Art Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Ages 9-12 Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Upcoming Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 9-12 Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Join us for hands on art projects every third Monday. This month we are creating yarn paintings. This event is in the "Adults" group Sojourner Truth Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group 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. The selection for February is The Correspondent by Virginia Evans.	This event is in the "Adults" group Hickory Poetry Salon 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Meet the Author Event Details: Facilitated by Hickory Poet Laureate Scott Owens, this monthly group includes all things poetic: sharing, discussion, prompts, critiques and workshops.	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 Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies 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 "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: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room 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. This event is in the "Adults" group New Romantics Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: New Romantics is a monthly book club dedicated to celebrating the joy of love stories in all their forms. We bring readers together to share swoon-worthy reads, lively discussions, and a welcoming space where romance is always in the spotlight.

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