Family We are bringing the jungle to the library. Welcome Critter Keeper, an animal show for those not faint at heart, offering a unique look at insects, reptiles, and, if we are lucky, a Python named Mr. Julius Squeezer. If you are ready to take on the jungle, join us for a talk about animals, […]
Adult 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. Meeting at Glenn Hilton Park Shelter #1. No registration required.
An all-ages story time with stories, dancing, and singing. Check the calendar for special performers and community helper guests! No registration required/limited to the first 75.
All ages Slither into the library to meet several different snakes that call North Carolina home. Grover Barfield, Director of Carolinas Reptile Rescue and Education Center will share information on different indigenous species and answer any questions you might have about local reptiles.
Family Local bakery HomeSliced will walk kids and their adult through a fun ‘how-to’ cooking class. Kids will learn some baking basics while making yummy, vegan brownies. Registration is required and will open three weeks before the event.
Adults The July selection is The Alchemist by Paul Coelho. A limited number of books will be available for pickup at the 2nd floor service desk after June 28th. No registration required.
Ages 12 and up City of Hickory IT staff will teach you about the inner workings of computers as you deconstruct laptops and other devices. Afterwards, use the disassembled pieces to create funky tech artwork. Registration is required and will open three weeks before the event. Hickory Public Library card required to register. Ages 12 […]
Adult &Teens Partners Health Management will introduce The Community Resilience Model® which teaches participants about the impact of trauma and chronic stress on the nervous system, behavior, and long-term health. Participants learn how to reset the nervous system with easy-to-learn, concrete coping skills. Together let’s create trauma-informed and resilient communities. Registration is required and will […]
In anticipation of the Town of Rhodhiss’ 120th anniversary celebration, author Sherrie Hartsoe Sigmon will discuss writing Weaving the Heart Threads of a Mill Village: Rhodhiss, North Carolina. The book tells the story of Rhodhiss from the late 1800s to the present. The author talk will take place at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library on Thursday […]
Adult—Keep your mind active and sharp by taking part in a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games at the library.
Open gym, Pickleball and Exercise Class schedules are subject to change.