Closing Memorial Day All Day 5/24–5/25 May 24 - 25 2026 Closing Memorial Day All Day 5/24–5/25 Branches: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, Ridgeview Branch Library
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 May 26 2026 Tue Tales for Preschoolers 10:00am–10:30am 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 May 27 2026 Wed Tiny Tales 10:00am–10:30am 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 "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 May 27 2026 Wed Ridgeview Works 1:00pm–4:30pm 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!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open Door Book Club 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 27 2026 Wed Open Door Book Club 3:30pm–5:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Bilingual Buddies / Compañeros Bilingües 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 28 2026 Thu Bilingual Buddies / Compañeros Bilingües 5:00pm–6:00pm Upcoming 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Bricks and Books: Building Rivendell 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 26 2026 Tue Bricks and Books: Building Rivendell 6:00pm–7:00pm Upcoming 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 This event is in the "Adults" group May 27 2026 Wed Make Your Own Car Coaster 6:00pm–7:00pm Upcoming 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 This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 28 2026 Thu Ridgeview Chess 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 May 28 2026 Thu New Romantics Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm 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.