Join us for a special storytime featuring local author Tonja Smith. Tonja will read stories and talk about her artwork and writing as kids get to paint a watercolor picture. No registration required.
All ages—Mommy, Mom, Mama, Mimi. Whatever you call the special lady in your life, the best Mother’s Day gift is an experience. Join us at the library to customize your own matching jewelry sets together. While supplies last. Appropriate for ages 10 and up.
Children ages 7 and up are invited to The Learning Lab for our Tiny Tech all about robots! Some featured favorites include the Ozobots, bee bots, and dash and dot robots. Learn how to code these different bots to change colors, follow paths, or even make silly sounds! No registration required
Kevin Adams, author, photographer, and expert on NC waterfalls, will present about his experience photographing waterfalls and share knowledge to help you begin your photography journey. View stunning photos, ask questions about his practice, and experience the magic and beauty of our state’s waterfalls from the comfort of your chair. Registration is required and opens […]
Teen & Adult Calling all farmer’s market lovers! Join us in The Learning Lab to sew your very own market tote! We will have a wide variety of fabrics and prints to choose from, and this is a great opportunity to gain hands on experience with The Learning Lab's sewing machine! This program also utilizes […]
Teen & Adult – Make a heart-shaped ring dish for Mother’s Day! Rachel Kersenbrock from Expressive Coffee & Arts will teach you how to create a unique creation using alcohol inks. Registration is required and will open three weeks before the event.
Adult –Visit the library to take part in a multicultural book discussion that explores equality through books that tackle race, gender, and other important social issues. New members are always welcome. The book selection for this month is Under a Gilded Moon by Joy Jordan-Lake.
Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive storytime geared for ages 3-5. All are welcome.
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 - Hickory Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Department and Hickory Public Library have teamed up to bring you the Hickory Hikers! Our next adventure is Wednesday, May 17 at 11:30am at Tuttle Educational State Forest in Lenoir, NC. This club is open to hikers of all ages and experience levels. Children under the […]
Open gym, Pickleball and Exercise Class schedules are subject to change.