Library

Adults – The Page Burners Book Club is Hickory Public Library’s BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) traveling book club. Each month we meet at a new location around Hickory.  Group members read a book of their choosing to share at the meeting. For January, we will meet at The Hickory Hub, a modern and unique […]

All Ages - Jean McAnulty, a Catawba County Extension Certified Master Gardener, will teach us about the Great Backyard Bird Count (February 17-20). This is a free and fun event open to all that engages bird watchers to observe birds and get a real snapshot of bird populations. You will enjoy McAnulty’s passion for birds, […]

Teen & Adult — Express moments of history with simple silhouettes and powerful words to make decals and buttons that will bring awareness to historically influential individuals. Appropriate for ages 13 and up.

Whether you have a valentine in your life or you just want to show yourself some love, you’re invited to come learn how to crochet heart keychains. For ages 13-19.  Registration is required and opens 3 weeks in advance.  The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 

Family-Teens — 1st Thursdays ROCK at the Ridgeview library. Children of Ridgeview, we want to celebrate you as we learn about monthly gemstones! All are welcomed to celebrate birthdays, do crafts, make snacks, learn and have a great time!

Adult – So you’ve written a book – now what? Local author and educator Gloria Coppola will talk about different avenues to get your book published, from large corporations to self-publishing. Registration required and will open three weeks before the event.

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. Practicing reading aloud helps fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey.  Registration required.

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. Practicing reading aloud helps fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey.  Registration required.