Teen & Adult Mountain Sam Wheelock is the grandson of a Tennessee moonshiner whose family tree branches to the Carter Family. His one-man show "A Story and a Song'' is a nontraditional look at the music of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. The stories and songs reach into the soul of a people with a surprising […]
Adult The library will host a series of Ted Talks and discussions at Coffee in the Coe in partnership with Hickory Museum of Art. The topic for June is The Shifting Narrative of Black Art. No registration is required. Second Floor, Hickory Museum of Art
Family Poetry springs hilariously to life as soon as Matt Sandbank's shadow puppets hit the screen! A Wild Goose Chase introduces the fun and whimsy of poetry with a collection of short, interactive skits. Audience members will help Matt create rhythms, images, and even a whole poem or two, and they will soon be heading […]
Children This mini-series class will focus on the introductory steps to Classical Ballet. Learn ballet terminology, dance techniques and a few of ballet’s most famous stories. Join us for one or all classes! Dance experience is welcome, but not necessary.
Tween & Teen Through fun, modern music and dance exercises, students in this mini-series will learn about the language of dance and how to express different emotions and ideas with movement. Join us for one or all classes! Dance experience is welcome, but not necessary.
Family A storytime that is focused on the importance of art – through singing, dancing, and being imaginative. Discover stories and activities on how art can impact and inspire not only a person, but the world. Celebrate the Charles White exhibit by joining us on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30pm. No registration […]
Children Investigate the fascinating world of rocks, gems, and minerals with The Schiele Museum! Learn some identification and sorting techniques to find, examine, and classify minerals. Treasure-seekers get to keep the gemstones they find. Registration is required and will open 3 weeks before the event. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library (outside breezeway)
Adult—Keep your mind active and sharp by taking part in a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games at the library.
Children Investigate the fascinating world of rocks, gems, and minerals with The Schiele Museum! Learn some identification and sorting techniques to find, examine, and classify minerals. Treasure-seekers get to keep the gemstones they find. Registration is required and will open 3 weeks before the event. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library (outside breezeway)
Family Bring your family and friends to the library to hear new stories and explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) through hands-on tinkering in this story time meant for all ages. This month we’ll learn about the good, the bad, and the ugly world of germs.
Open gym, Pickleball and Exercise Class schedules are subject to change.