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Art Sparks: Bob Ross

Ridgeview Branch Library 706 1st St SW, HICKORY, NC, United States

Find your artistic spark at the library! We’ll explore, create, and get messy learning about a different artist each month and practicing their unique style of art. This program is open to all ages. Registration required.

Free

STEAM On! : Polymers and Mini Fish Bowls

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, United States

For young makers, creators, artists, engineers, inventors, and builders, join us and STEAM On to new ideas! On August 12, we will learn about polymers, a superabsorbent substance found in everyday life as we create our own mini fish bowl aquariums. Are you ready to create? Let’s STEAM On!  Ages 6-10  Registration is required

Free

Under the Sea Family Storytime: Cephalopods

Ridgeview Branch Library 706 1st St SW, HICKORY, NC, United States

We’re not squidding when we say come to the library to dive into a special storytime to celebrate cephalopods! We’ll read some ink-credible books about squids, octopuses, and more! Then we’ll do some fun activities about these amazing creatures.  

Explore the Impact of Cultural Appropriation Presentation

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Join Dr. Tiffany Christian, PhD, for a presentation on the aspects and impacts of cultural appropriation on Saturday, August 13th at 1:00 pm at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library. This program is presented in collaboration with the Hickory Community Theatre and is intended to explore modern issues associated with the historically-based musical MEMPHIS. The musical, which […]

Family Game Day: Under the Sea Tic Tac Toe

Ridgeview Branch Library 706 1st St SW, HICKORY, NC, United States

Come and make your own sea themed tic tac toe rock set. While they dry enjoy some much-needed family time playing some of your favorite board games.  Only one registration per family is needed. 

Free

Outside Stretch-n-Grow Storytime

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Kids ages 3 and up are invited to join the library and certified fitness instructors from Stretch-n-Grow for a stretchy, awesome, cardio-infused storytime! Please bring a towel/blanket/yoga mat, wear comfortable clothing, and get ready to move, stretch, and listen to stories, while focusing on flexibility, strength, and literacy. No registration required. Participants will be asked […]

Story Time

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Families with pre-school aged children are invited for stories and songs. A take-home craft will be provided for each child who attends.    

VayaHealth Training Session

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Join the staff of VayaHealth at the library on Thursday, August 18 for two training sessions. “Commonly Misused Medications: Understanding Medication Effect on the Aging Brain” will begin at 10:00 and “Substance Use, Misuse, and the Opioid Crisis” will begin at 11:00. Both over the counter and prescription medications can help someone ease pain or […]

Free

Nautical Barn Quilts 

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Paint an ocean themed barn quilt that will perfectly match a lake house or coastal décor! We will use acrylic paint so plan to wear clothes you can get messy. Registration will open 2 weeks before the event. All supplies provided. For teens and adults.  Registration required.

Free

Yoga on the Lawn

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Certified yoga teacher Vicki McPherson will teach an all-levels beginner friendly yoga class on the SALT Block lawn in front of the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library. Bring your own mat or a towel and plenty of water. No registration required.

Open gym, Pickleball and Exercise Class schedules are subject to change.

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