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Memorial Day

All Day 5/24–5/25
Branches:
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
10 am
This event is in the "Ages 0-4" group

Tales for Preschoolers

10:00am–10:30am
Ages 0-4
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
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.

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

Open Door Book Club

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

Open Door Book Club meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month. New members are always welcome.

The book for May is "The Caretaker" by Ron Rash. 

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
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Conference Room
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.

6 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Bricks and Books: Building Rivendell

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Talk about all things Tolkien while joining in fellowship to build Rivendell using LEGO® bricks. After all building sessions are done the completed piece will be on display at the library. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Make Your Own Car Coaster

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

Get ready to set off on your summer adventure with your own custom car coasters. Use Canva and the Cricut heat press to design your own coasters that can travel with you.  

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

Ridgeview Chess

6:00pm–7:00pm
Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults
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
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. New members are welcome.

Pack your bags (and your feelings) because we’re heading on a literary getaway! Emily Henry’s "People We Meet On Vacation" is the ultimate friends-to-lovers road trip—minus the actual road trip.