This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group St Patrick’s Day Glassware & Mugs 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens, Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 17 2026 Tue St Patrick’s Day Glassware & Mugs 2:00pm–3:30pm Waitlist Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Top of the morning to you and a happy St. Patrick’s Day! Learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3 to customize and create your very own St. Patrick’s Day themed glassware and mugs. 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 "Adults" group Benefits of Chess 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Benefits of Chess 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Ridgeview Branch Library Room: Z. Ann Hoyle Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Connections, Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming Event Details: Learn the benefits of chess! Author and founder of Big Chair Chess Club, Eugene Brown, will share information on how chess helps critical thinking skills, promotes social-emotional learning, and encourages focus and patience.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Plotting and Publishing: A Writing Workshop with author Marissa Eller 2:30pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Plotting and Publishing: A Writing Workshop with author Marissa Eller 2:30pm–4:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Lego Club 5:00pm–5:45pm Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 This event is in the "Ages 5-8" group This event is in the "Ages 9-12" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Lego Club 5:00pm–5:45pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 5-8, Ages 9-12 Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, STEAM Event Details: Build, make and play as we explore our creativity through Legos. We will have free play and Lego challenges. 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 Creative Upcycling: The Basics of Needle Felting on Fabric 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Creative Upcycling: The Basics of Needle Felting on Fabric 6:00pm–7:30pm Waitlist Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Registration Required Event Details: Turn your favorite basic into a one-of-a-kind wearable. This hands-on introduction to upcycling with wool introduces the tools and techniques you need to start "painting" with fiber to take your basic wearable into a work of art. 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 "Adults" group Hickory Poetry Salon 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Hickory Poetry Salon 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: The Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Meet the Author Event Details: Facilitated by Hickory Poet Laureate Scott Owens, this monthly group includes all things poetic: sharing, discussion, prompts, critiques and workshops.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Songwriting Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Songwriting Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Songwriting Club is a place to explore your creative side. Share your music, hear from local songwriters and learn about the music industry. Musicians are invited to bring their instruments and any songs they are writing. Hosted by local musician Andrew Massey.
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 Mar 19 2026 Thu Ridgeview Chess 6:00pm–7:00pm 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.