Week Calendar

Learn about safety with Officer Null from Hickory Police Department.

An all-ages story time with stories, dancing, and singing. No registration required, first come, first serve up to 75 

Join us at Taft Broome Park for stories, songs, and hands-on STEAM activities for young scientists. Bring a blanket or towel to sit on. In the event of rain, story time will be held inside Ridgeview Branch Library. 

Members of Hickory Ballet & Perfomring Arts' National Honor Society for Dance Arts welcome young dancers to join them in this dance class series.  Dancers will participate in warm-ups, imaginative movement games, and simple chor

Unearth the sculptor within! Explore the possibilities of air-dry clay to create a paperclip bookmark buddy, pins, or mini sculptures.

Beat the heat and find your calm at the library’s Zen Den! This relaxing space is designed to help you slow down and refresh during the busy summer months.

Fly into this class to learn about how birds use their feathers, color, and other adaptations to help them survive. Learners will dissect a pigeon to investigate its body systems and what makes it able to fly.

Learn about writing romance from inspiration to publication with local romance author Lori Thorn. Lori draws from real-life experiences to craft compelling characters, and so can you!

Using simple hand tools and techniques, create your own wooden wand. Alvin Woody and others from Catawba Valley Woodcarvers Club will provide an introduction into carving basics. All tools and supplies will be provided. 

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.

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.

Explore a new fiber arts hobby in The Learning Lab with a hands-on demonstration. Experiment with any of our other fiber arts tools or bring your own project to work on alongside your fellow fiber enthusiasts.

Learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3 to create your own custom dinosaur-themed stickers.  

Setting up your homestead doesn’t have to be over complicated or expensive! Melissa Falcone from True Cut Ranch will teach budget friendly DIY tips for different projects you can work on year-round.

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.

Honor America’s 250th birthday with a creative twist! In this hands-on diamond art class, you’ll craft a dazzling patriotic suncatcher that shines as bright as the summer sun.