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Story Time Take and Make Craft

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

This story time themed take and make will be available at the youth services desk from January 6 - January 12 or as long as supplies last. 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1459. 

Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

This story time themed take and make will be available at the youth services desk from January 6 - January 12 or as long as supplies last. 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1459. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Terrific Tuesday: Silly Sci-Fi

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Each Terrific Tuesday kicks off with lively read-alouds that pull you right into the story. Then the adventure continues with interactive games that make the tales come alive.

Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Each Terrific Tuesday kicks off with lively read-alouds that pull you right into the story. Then the adventure continues with interactive games that make the tales come alive.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "12-14 Years" group

Rock Painting

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

Let your creativity rock! Paint fun, colorful stones to show off your style. This craft is perfect for decorating your room, locker or gifting to friends. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let your creativity rock! Paint fun, colorful stones to show off your style. This craft is perfect for decorating your room, locker or gifting to friends. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "0-5 Years" group
This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Little Picassos: Tie-Dye Snowflakes

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

Design, cut and tie-dye some colorfully original snowflakes. Learn some fun facts about snowflakes as you celebrate creativity, nature and the cold weather. 

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Children's Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Design, cut and tie-dye some colorfully original snowflakes. Learn some fun facts about snowflakes as you celebrate creativity, nature and the cold weather. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Art 4 All: Scrap Paper Palooza

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Area (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
6-11 Years

What's old is new again as we explore paper collage in the style of Eric Carle and other artists. Exercise your creative muscles and turn scraps into masterpieces during this imagination adventure. 

Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Story Time Area (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

What's old is new again as we explore paper collage in the style of Eric Carle and other artists. Exercise your creative muscles and turn scraps into masterpieces during this imagination adventure. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "0-5 Years" group
This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

LEGO Free Play

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Maker, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

LEGO Free Play is an open-ended, play-based learning experience where participants use LEGO bricks and elements to explore creativity, engineering and storytelling without predetermined instructions.

Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Maker, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

LEGO Free Play is an open-ended, play-based learning experience where participants use LEGO bricks and elements to explore creativity, engineering and storytelling without predetermined instructions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

LEGO Creations

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Time Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Join us as we get creative with LEGOs! 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1361. 

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time Area (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us as we get creative with LEGOs! 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1361. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "12-14 Years" group
This event is in the "15-18 Years" group

LEGO Legends League

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Maker, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

We are hosting the LEGO Legends League and we want you! 

Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Maker, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

We are hosting the LEGO Legends League and we want you! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Indoor Herb Planters

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting/Activity Room (ERL) at East Regional Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Story Time
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Join Cape Fear Botanical Garden Environmental Educators as they explore the smell, feel and taste of fresh herbs, learn about gardening with an interactive story time and plant your own mini-herb greenhouse.

Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Join Cape Fear Botanical Garden Environmental Educators as they explore the smell, feel and taste of fresh herbs, learn about gardening with an interactive story time and plant your own mini-herb greenhouse.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "0-5 Years" group
This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Evening Family Story Time: Starry, Starry Night

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Story Time Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

Join us for a delightful evening of story time and crafts for children ages 0-11. Our engaging sessions feature a variety of themed stories and exciting craft activities that will spark creativity and imagination in young minds.

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a delightful evening of story time and crafts for children ages 0-11. Our engaging sessions feature a variety of themed stories and exciting craft activities that will spark creativity and imagination in young minds.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "0-5 Years" group
This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Story Time Take and Make Craft

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

This story time themed take and make will be available at the youth services desk from January 13 - January 20 or as long as supplies last. 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1459. 

Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

This story time themed take and make will be available at the youth services desk from January 13 - January 20 or as long as supplies last. 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1459. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Terrific Tuesday: Discover Dinosaurs

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Each Terrific Tuesday session features engaging read-alouds, followed by interactive games that bring the tales to life.

Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Each Terrific Tuesday session features engaging read-alouds, followed by interactive games that bring the tales to life.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "0-5 Years" group
This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Innovative Art: Firework Painting

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

Create your own dazzling fireworks with brightly colored paint and a utensil typically made for eating: Forks! Kids ages 2-11 can experiment with using this unconventional tool to express themselves artistically.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own dazzling fireworks with brightly colored paint and a utensil typically made for eating: Forks! Kids ages 2-11 can experiment with using this unconventional tool to express themselves artistically.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Cumberland Cooks: Bake to the '80s Mini Bagel Pizzas

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Jump into a cooking time machine as we bake to the '80s to celebrate Bordeaux Community Library's 40 years. Experience some totally rad flavors as we make personal mini pizzas with the help of the Charlie Cart.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Jump into a cooking time machine as we bake to the '80s to celebrate Bordeaux Community Library's 40 years. Experience some totally rad flavors as we make personal mini pizzas with the help of the Charlie Cart.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "12-14 Years" group
This event is in the "15-18 Years" group
This event is in the "19+ Years" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

LEGO Club

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages

Explore, create and learn with LEGOs through guided activities and free play. All ages welcome. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Cumberland County Public Library, Inc. 

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Explore, create and learn with LEGOs through guided activities and free play. All ages welcome. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Cumberland County Public Library, Inc. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "12-14 Years" group

Diamond Art Stickers

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

Unleash your inner artist with this hands-on diamond art sticker workshop! You’ll design and decorate a dazzling sticker using tiny, shimmering gems. It’s an easy and satisfying craft for all skill levels, and all supplies are included. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist with this hands-on diamond art sticker workshop! You’ll design and decorate a dazzling sticker using tiny, shimmering gems. It’s an easy and satisfying craft for all skill levels, and all supplies are included. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

STEM on Ice: Exploring the Winter Olympics

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Get ready to glide, slide and race your way through the Winter Games! This exciting program invites kids ages 6-11 to explore the thrilling world of the Winter Olympics through hands-on learning and play.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to glide, slide and race your way through the Winter Games! This exciting program invites kids ages 6-11 to explore the thrilling world of the Winter Olympics through hands-on learning and play.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "0-5 Years" group
This event is in the "6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "12-14 Years" group
This event is in the "15-18 Years" group
This event is in the "19+ Years" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Celebrating the Honmoon: A KPop Demon Hunters Party!

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
2nd Floor Commons (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities, General Program, STEM/STEAM, Story Time
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages

Step into the world of KPop Demon Hunters with an unforgettable fan experience. Test your courage (and your taste buds!) in our hot-seat hot sauce trivia challenge.

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: 2nd Floor Commons (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities, General Program, STEM/STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Step into the world of KPop Demon Hunters with an unforgettable fan experience. Test your courage (and your taste buds!) in our hot-seat hot sauce trivia challenge.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "0-5 Years" group
This event is in the "6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "12-14 Years" group
This event is in the "15-18 Years" group

Bingo-Rama: Magical Melodies

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Are you feeling lucky? Join us for Bingo-Rama to test your luck and prepare to battle it out with friends & family! Whether you’re a bingo fan or just love a good challenge, this event is perfect for you. 

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Children's Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Are you feeling lucky? Join us for Bingo-Rama to test your luck and prepare to battle it out with friends & family! Whether you’re a bingo fan or just love a good challenge, this event is perfect for you. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Paws for Reading

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
General Program, Self-Directed Activity, Story Time
Age Group:
6-11 Years, All Ages

Build reading confidence by sharing a story with a gentle, four-legged friend. Certified therapy dogs from Love on a Leash love listening to readers of all ages—whether you bring a favorite book from home or choose one from the library.

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program, Self-Directed Activity, Story Time
Event Details:

Build reading confidence by sharing a story with a gentle, four-legged friend. Certified therapy dogs from Love on a Leash love listening to readers of all ages—whether you bring a favorite book from home or choose one from the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "0-5 Years" group
This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Pop In and Play

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting/Activity Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

Join us for an hour of open play with manipulative toys, blocks and more! Let  your little ones explore, create and have fun in a playful, welcoming space. 

Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of open play with manipulative toys, blocks and more! Let  your little ones explore, create and have fun in a playful, welcoming space. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group

Finger Knitting 101

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Get ready to loop, twist and create! In this hands-on beginner workshop, artist in residence Kia Love will teach kids the basics of finger knitting, no needles required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to loop, twist and create! In this hands-on beginner workshop, artist in residence Kia Love will teach kids the basics of finger knitting, no needles required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "12-14 Years" group

Innovating with indi

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

Ready, set, code! Learn how indi racecars work and use simple commands to guide them through obstacle courses you design. It’s programming made fun! 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1459.

Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Ready, set, code! Learn how indi racecars work and use simple commands to guide them through obstacle courses you design. It’s programming made fun! 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1459.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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