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TinkerCAD Two-Part Series: Race Cars – Part 2

The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 3rd St NE, HICKORY, NC, United States

Children Ages 10+  Join us in The Learning Lab for a two-part series on 3D design using TinkerCAD. In part one, learn TinkerCAD basics and design parts for a simple race car. In part two, assemble your car using your 3D printed parts and put it to the test with a race to the finish! […]

Cycle (Thurs)

Highland Recreation Center 1451 8th St Dr NE, Hickory, NC, United States

A high-energy cardiovascular workout! Participants have total control of resistance and intensity levels of their workout. New participants should arrive at class at least 15 minutes early to ensure proper set-up on the bike. Towel and water bottle are suggested! $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)  

Applique Umbrellas

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

Teen—April showers bring May flowers! Prepare yourself for rainy days by creating a customized umbrella following along with the library’s crafty online resource, Creativebug.   

Free

Twilight Tales: Twisted Tales

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

Wear your pajamas and slippers to the library on the second Thursday of the month for tales before bed. This month we take a journey into the world of fairytales, but these familiar tales are told with a twisted turn of events that make the story brand new!  No registration required. 

Event Series Paws to Read

Paws to Read

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

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. Practicing reading aloud helps fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey.  Caregivers are required to stay in room during the appointment. Registration required.

Free

Beginner Yoga (Thurs)

Highland Recreation Center 1451 8th St Dr NE, Hickory, NC, United States

A yoga practice of mindfulness, meditation, and movement with modifications is offered for each participant to lessen or increase levels of strength, stretching, and balance. Please contact instructor Cynthia Haas at 828-295-2319 for more information! $5.00 per class

Event Series Paws to Read

Paws to Read

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

The library invites young readers to improve their reading skills by reading to a licensed therapy dog. Practicing reading aloud helps fluency and confidence. Sign up for a half hour appointment to start your Paws journey.  Caregivers are required to stay in room during the appointment. Registration required.

Free

Easy Tai Chi (Fri)

Highland Recreation Center 1451 8th St Dr NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class

Event Series Birding

Guided Bird Walk

Glenn C. Hilton, JR. Memorial Park 2000 6th St NW, Hickory

Guided Bird Walk Fri. | April 14 | 9am All Ages – Join Jean McAnulty, a Catawba County Extension Certified Master Gardener and birding aficionado, for a special bird walk in the park. Bring your binoculars and your listening ears and see what birds you can spot or hear while learning about local and migratory […]

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

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