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The 1950’s Outsider Film Series

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

THE JUNE 24 EVENT IS POSTPONED. PLEASE JOIN US ON JULY 1ST Film Instructor Matt Williams will host a three-week long film series showing 3 movies made in the 1950s that portray the “outsider” trope. Matt will screen the movies and host a discussion afterward. This program is for all ages. Registration requested. Fri. | […]

Under the Sea Green Screen Demo

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

Ever wanted to get nose to nose with a shark? Want to swim with dolphins? Visit the library to learn about green screen technology and have a whale of a time exploring the ocean without getting wet. This program is open to all ages.

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.

Ocean Ombré Macramé

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

Learn how to create your very own macramé wall hanging! We will dye our wall hangings using Kool-Aid to create an ocean-themed ombre effect. For teens and adults. Registration required. Registration will open two weeks before the event. 

Free

Oceanarium for Kids!

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

Create your own ocean inspired terrarium. Participants will learn about terrarium ecosystems, care, and plant propagation.   This program is recommended for kids age 5 and up. Registration required.  

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 […]

Grub Club

Taft Broome Park 115 7th Ave SW, Hickory

All youth are invited to join the Grub Club! We’ll meet each Tuesday afternoon at the picnic shelter at Taft Broome Park to do a fun STEAM activity and enjoy a bag lunch. Free lunch is available at Brown Penn Recreation Center (or bring your own). In the event of unfavorable weather, activities will be […]

Picture Party! WEBB Space Telescope

Catawba Science Center 243 3rd Ave NE, HICKORY, NC, United States

Join Catawba Science Center on Tuesday, July 12th in celebrating the official release of JWST's first official photos. NASA and ESA have assembled an expert panel for community hosts to share with the public. After this official presentation, Catawba Valley Astronomy Club members will lead a discussion on the context of this momentous occasion and […]

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.    

Shark Cross Stitch

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

Celebrate Shark Week with us by learning how to cross stitch a shark pattern! All supplies provided. For ages 12-18. Registration required. Registration will open two weeks before the event. 

Free

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

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