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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
13
2026
Mon
Senior Bingo & Brain Games
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.
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This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group
Apr
14
2026
Tue
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
14
2026
Tue
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
The Learning Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art,
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
Can’t make it to our evening diamond art programs? Join us for a relaxing Daytime Diamond Art Workshop designed especially for those with daytime only availability.
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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This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group
Apr
15
2026
Wed
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.
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This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group
This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group
This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
Tinker Tales: Outer Space
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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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
15
2026
Wed
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!
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This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group
Apr
13
2026
Mon
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Meeting Room
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Conference 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 2:00 pm. Continuing Education hours can be provided. April topic: Reducing Dementia Risks
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This event is in the "Children & Family" group
This event is in the "Children & Family" group
Apr
18
2026
Sat
Hickory Ballet & Performing Arts Presents Books to Ballet: Degas and the Little Dancer
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children & Family
Program Type:
Art,
Community Connections,
Story Time
Event Details:
Come celebrate the art of Edgar Degas, who loved to paint ballerinas during their everyday classes and rehearsals.
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This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group
This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group
Apr
13
2026
Mon
Library Branch:
Ridgeview Branch Library
Room:
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group:
Ages 5-8
Program Type:
STEAM
Event Details:
Learn how to be money smart by playing math games, creating a piggy bank, learning how to stick to a budget, and more!
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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
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
Apr
16
2026
Thu
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
13
2026
Mon
Basics of Creating 3D Models
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
The Learning Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Technology & Science
Event Details:
3D modeler Gavin Sardinas will teach the basics of the free open-source software Blender to create a custom lightsaber handle.
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.
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This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
14
2026
Tue
Chess Club with Beginner Group Lesson
Library Branch:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room:
Meeting 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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
15
2026
Wed
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.
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This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
Library Branch:
Ridgeview Branch Library
Room:
Ridgeview Group Study
Age Group:
Ages 9-12,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
Library Branch:
Ridgeview Branch Library
Room:
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:
Explore your creativity and celebrate National Poetry Month by creating a zine. Try different techniques such as stamp carving, collaging, and drawing to elevate your poetry and make your mark.
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