The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. This fun opportunity will help build fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey. Registration required. Caregivers are required to stay in room during the appointment. Please remember to arrive five minutes […]
Teen writers of all levels from experienced to brand new are invited to join us for our teen writing club! Come do writing challenges, share writing tips, play story telling games, and more! Meets the second Monday of each month. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library No registration is required.
Teens Create an LED exhibit that mimics the phenomenon known as coral bleaching. Use Arduino, 3D-printed coral pieces, and LED lights to create a coral reef that begins as a full rainbow of colors and then dims to white. Learn what causes this effect on coral, and how to start protecting our ocean's reefs! This […]
Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive storytime geared for ages 3-5. All are welcome.
Adult The cool weather hiking season is approaching, so come learn about trail safety for the season! This class will cover topics like tick bites, hypothermia, and dehydration. Eileen Conway is an experienced hiker and holds a Wilderness First Aid certification from SOLO. This is the second class in a three-part series about outdoor education and […]
Designed specifically for babies to age 2, your little one will explore the world around them through movement, songs, stories, and play in this storytime geared towards our smallest friends. All are welcome. No registration required.
All ages Master Police Officer Chris Berry and his K9 partner Rocco, from Hickory Police Department will share and demonstrate what they do for our community, how the canines are trained, and answer any questions you have.
Adult & Teen Qigong is a mind-body-spirit practice that improves one's mental and physical health by integrating posture, movement, breathing technique, self-massage, sound, and focused intent. Taught by Diane Christensen of Inner Chi Arts. Bring a yoga mat or towel and water. No registration required. SALT Block Lawn
Adult, Teen Many have been impacted by the loss of loved ones through suicide. This evidence-based training by Partners Health Management teaches the skills to intervene in a suicide crisis: Question. Persuade. Refer. In this training you’ll gain the tools to recognize the warning signs, know how to offer hope, and how to refer help.
Wear your pajamas and slippers to the library on the second Thursday of the month for tales before bed, a storytime perfect for the whole family. No registration required.
Open gym, Pickleball and Exercise Class schedules are subject to change.