Week Calendar

Bring your family and friends to the library to hear new stories and explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) through hands-on tinkering. 

To celebrate National Library Week, Friends of Hickory Public Library will present the winners of their 2025 bookmark contest for kids in kindergarten through eighth grade. 

Friends of Hickory Public Library will hold a book sale on Friday, April 11 and Saturday, April 12. Proceeds support library programs and services.

The inaugural Hickory Literary Festival will be held Saturday, April 12 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. on the SALT Block. This free community festival is designed for all ages to celebrate reading, books, and creativity.  

Step into the limelight to share original poetry, spoken word, song or rap in celebration of Poetry Month. We welcome you to a casual event where all levels of performers can take the stage and express themselves in a supportive environment.

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.  

Bring your family and friends to the library to hear new stories and explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) through hands-on tinkering. 

Come to the library to celebrate National Mother Goose Day! Story time will include a fun STEAM based project. This program is designed for preschool-aged children but elementary aged children are also welcome. 

You’re invited to join in on a community drum circle and find your rhythm at the library! (No drumming experience needed!) 

Drop in to the library and make buttons out of recycled graphic novel pages.