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Dungeons and Dragons

Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Calling all heroes, mages, wanderers, scoundrels and goblins! Join the party and play 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons with Dungeon Master Taylor. We will be meeting every Thursday...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Calling all heroes, mages, wanderers, scoundrels and goblins! Join the party and play 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons with Dungeon Master Taylor. We will be meeting every Thursday. 

Arts & Crafts

Teens Draw: Stitch

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Exchange drawing tips, tricks and techniques, develop your own unique artistic style and showcase your art in a safe and supportive environment. This month, by popular vote, w...

Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Exchange drawing tips, tricks and techniques, develop your own unique artistic style and showcase your art in a safe and supportive environment. 

graphic novel magnets

Fun Friday for Teens: Recycled Comics - Magnets and Collages

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 2:45pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (ERL) at East Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Watch Lightyear (2022; PG) and make collages, buttons and magnets from recycled graphic novels. Hang out with friends and enjoy the end of your week. Happy Friday! For more in...

Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Watch Lightyear (2022; PG) and make collages, buttons and magnets from recycled graphic novels. Hang out with friends and enjoy the end of your week. Happy Friday! 

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Event Details:

Hoist the sails and get ready for the high-seas! Join Captain Jack Sparrow as he navigates through treacherous waters, battles mythical creatures and searches for hidden treas...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Event Details:

Hoist the sails and get ready for the high-seas! Join Captain Jack Sparrow as he navigates through treacherous waters, battles mythical creatures and searches for hidden treasures. 

Vegetable Soup

Tween Skills: Charlie Brown Friendsgiving

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
12-14 Years
Event Details:

Trying to make a Friendsgiving feast for a group of friends with only $25? We invite tweens to learn how to budget as we make snacks to eat together. This month we're doing so...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years
Program Type: General Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Trying to make a Friendsgiving feast for a group of friends with only $25? We invite tweens to learn how to budget as we make snacks to eat together. 

Dungeons and Dragons

Dungeon and Dragons: One-Shot

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room #3 (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Embrace your adventurous spirit and dive into the boundless world of Dungeons & Dragons! Gather your allies, grab your dice and prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey.&n...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Conference Room #3 (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Embrace your adventurous spirit and dive into the boundless world of Dungeons & Dragons! Gather your allies, grab your dice and prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey. 

Yarn

Cozy Crochet for Teens

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Come hang out with us for an hour of cozy crocheting fun. Whether you're just starting out and need a hand with the basics, or you're a crochet pro ready to show off your skills an...

Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come hang out with us for an hour of cozy crocheting fun. Whether you're just starting out and need a hand with the basics, or you're a crochet pro ready to show off your skills and share tips, we’ve got a spot just for you.

Dead Men Tell No Tales

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Event Details:

Hoist the sails and get ready for the high-seas! Join Captain Jack Sparrow as he navigates through treacherous waters, battles mythical creatures and searches for hidden treas...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Event Details:

Hoist the sails and get ready for the high-seas! Join Captain Jack Sparrow as he navigates through treacherous waters, battles mythical creatures and searches for hidden treasures. 

Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/28 - 12/1
Headquarters Library, Bordeaux Community Library, Cliffdale Regional Library, East Regional Library, Hope Mills Community Library, North Regional Library, Spring Lake Community Library, West Regional Library, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
Headquarters Library, Bordeaux Community Library, Cliffdale Regional Library, East Regional Library, Hope Mills Community Library, North Regional Library, Spring Lake Community Library, West Regional Library, Off Site, Virtual
Games & Activities

Cookie Cutter Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Happy holidays, bakers! Explore the library for all the cookie cutter shapes and discover the designs of the finished cookies. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just looking for a...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Happy holidays, bakers! Explore the library for all the cookie cutter shapes and discover the designs of the finished cookies.

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.

Games & Activities

Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt

All Day
West Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
Event Details:

"Run, run, run, as fast as you can! You can't catch me because I'm the Gingerbread Man!"  Six colorful gingerbread men are on the loose. Help us locate them and return to the ...

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

"Run, run, run, as fast as you can! You can't catch me because I'm the Gingerbread Man!"  

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.

Arts & Crafts

Snowball Launcher Craft Kit

All Day
Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Event Details:

Make your very own snowball launcher. This fun craft kit will be available for pick for the month of December while supplies last. For more information about this program, ple...

Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Make your very own snowball launcher. This fun craft kit will be available for pick for the month of December while supplies last. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1425. 

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.

Story Time

Evening Family Story Time: Cookie Day

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Story Time Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Event Details:

Join us for a delightful evening of story time and crafts for children aged 0-11. Our engaging sessions feature a variety of themed stories and exciting craft activities that will ...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a delightful evening of story time and crafts for children aged 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.

Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Silver Screeners Holiday Matinee

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment, General Program
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Welcome all teen cinephiles and casual movie watchers to Silver Screeners. 'Tis the season for holiday movies! Join us for a snack and a movie matinee experience without the ticket...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, General Program
Event Details:

Welcome all teen cinephiles and casual movie watchers to Silver Screeners. 'Tis the season for holiday movies! Join us for a snack and a movie matinee experience without the ticket price.

Dungeons and Dragons

Dungeons and Dragons

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Adventure is calling...and we're looking for a party! Whether you have a sword, a bow, an axe or other weapon to lend to the cause, join us the first and third Tuesday of each mont...

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Teen Room (WRL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Adventure is calling...and we're looking for a party! Whether you have a sword, a bow, an axe or other weapon to lend to the cause, join us the first and third Tuesday of each month for Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition.

STEM/STEAM

Homeschool STEAM Station

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Event Details:

Join us in exploring activities of different themes relating to science, technology, engineering, art and math. This month we will be exploring art and engineering as we creat...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Children's Area (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us in exploring activities of different themes relating to science, technology, engineering, art and math. 

This month we will be exploring art and engineering as we create traps to catch our gingerbread friend. 

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.

STEM/STEAM

ChAoS CrEAtOrs STEAM Club: Snowy Mayhem

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Event Details:

Who doesn't enjoy a little chaos? Join us as we explore hands-on experiments and creations that involve science, technology, engineering, art and math! Who hopes for snow...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Who doesn't enjoy a little chaos? Join us as we explore hands-on experiments and creations that involve science, technology, engineering, art and math! 

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.

Dungeons and Dragons

Dungeons and Dragons - Spiral

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Calling all heroes, mages, wanderers, scoundrels and goblins! Join the party and play 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons with Dungeon Master Taylor. We will be meeting every other Th...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Calling all heroes, mages, wanderers, scoundrels and goblins! Join the party and play 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons with Dungeon Master Taylor. We will be meeting every other Thursday. 

Arts & Crafts

Teen DIY: Snow Globes

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory Program
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Create your own snow globe - complete with fun figurines and tiny trees. It is perfect for a gift or to just decorate your space for the holidays. Registration is required by ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Create your own snow globe - complete with fun figurines and tiny trees. It is perfect for a gift or to just decorate your space for the holidays. 

Registration is required by calling (910) 483-7727 ext. 1450.

Teens

Teen Activity Connection

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Teen Space (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
General Program, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

We need teens to tell us what they want to do at the library! Brainstorm and socialize as you write about fun activities and events that you'd like to see at the library on our res...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Teen Space (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

We need teens to tell us what they want to do at the library! Brainstorm and socialize as you write about fun activities and events that you'd like to see at the library on our reserved white board tables. 

#GirlsCode@CCPL

#GirlsCode@CCPL: Snap Circuits

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 2:45pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space (ERL) at East Regional Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Experiment with circuitry with our Snap Circuit kits and build dozens of fun projects. Girls who attend a coding program each month will receive a unique charm as a memorable ...

Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Teen Space (ERL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Experiment with circuitry with our Snap Circuit kits and build dozens of fun projects. 

Girls who attend a coding program each month will receive a unique charm as a memorable keepsake. 

The Polar Express

Adventure on the Polar Express

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Experience the magic of the holiday season with The Polar Express (G; 2004). This enchanting film takes you on a breathtaking journey to the North Pole, where the spirit of Christm...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Event Details:

Experience the magic of the holiday season with The Polar Express (G; 2004). This enchanting film takes you on a breathtaking journey to the North Pole, where the spirit of Christmas comes 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.

Bricks

Get Creative with LEGOs

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Event Details:

This program is a LEGO free play. Bring the whole family. We will have LEGOs, MEGA BLOCKS and DUPLOs so everyone can play. For more information about this program, please call...

Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

This program is a LEGO free play. Bring the whole family. We will have LEGOs, MEGA BLOCKS and DUPLOs so everyone can play. 

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.

Teens

CommuniTeens: Volunteer Session

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Needing some volunteer hours? This program is set up so that you can get some of those hours and have fun connecting with other teens who enjoy helping the community. You will...

Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Needing some volunteer hours? This program is set up so that you can get some of those hours and have fun connecting with other teens who enjoy helping the community.