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Tinker Tales: Rainbows

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room at Ridgeview Branch Library

Program Type:

STEAM, Story Time

Age Group:

Ages 0-4, Ages 5-8
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). 

Marissa Eller

Plotting and Publishing: A Writing Workshop with author Marissa Eller

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Crafts & Hobbies, Meet the Author

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Meet the Author
Event Details:

Learn about the writing and publishing processes from Author Marissa Eller. Eller is a certified "plotter" - an author who creates detailed character sketches and plot outlines before ever writing a word.

Stack of books with text Friends Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale

All Day 3/27 - 3/28
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Community Connections

Age Group:

Children & Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children & Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Connections
Event Details:

Friends of Hickory Public Library will host a used book sale Friday, March 27 - Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day.  Proceeds support library services and programs.

Blood Donation Drive

Red Cross Blood Donation Drive

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

Program Type:

Community Connections, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Connections, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Donate blood and save a life. 

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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! 
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Community Threads

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

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.

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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.

Chess Club with Beginner Group Lesson

6:00pm–7:00pm
Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Conference 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.   

Ukulele Group Jam

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Music
Event Details:

Come strum and play along with us in a fun, supportive, and relaxed environment. All levels of experience are welcome.  

Arrive at 6:00pm for helpful tips on getting started playing ukulele. Jam starts at 6:15. 

Ridgeview Chess

6:00pm–7:00pm
Ages 9-12, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library
Room: Ridgeview Group Study
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.