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.
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
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 […]
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Basic Yoga asanas or poses combined with breathing techniques. Designed to improve flexibility, strength, and balance. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at jingleenerio@gmail.com for more information! $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
In celebration of the Charles White: A Little Higher exhibit, the library is visiting Hickory Museum of Art for Expressive Arts Storytime – where we act out, art out, and use music and motion to share stories, songs, and more. Recommended for PreK-Early Elementary and caregivers. Join us in as we dive into “Rock Your […]
Free Play Basketball for ages 16 and up! Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Adult—Keep your mind active and sharp by taking part in a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games at the library.
Let's focus on the core - the powerhouse of the body! Pilates improves flexibility & builds strength while improving coordination & balance. Emphasis on the abs, back, glutes, and thighs. An all-around great workout! Cost: $2 Residents, $4 Non-residents (To be paid at the time of class)
A gentle form of Yoga, done while sitting on a chair. Designed for adults with limited range of motion. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at (828) 328-3997 for more information! $2 Residents, $4 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
Open gym, Pickleball and Exercise Class schedules are subject to change.
