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

Kids' Art Remix: A Celebration of Imaginations

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Event Details:

In this unique program, children express their creativity through paper-based art, and professional artists bring their visions to life with their own interpretations. Both childre...

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

In this unique program, children express their creativity through paper-based art, and professional artists bring their visions to life with their own interpretations.

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

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.

This event is in the "19+ Years" group.

DIY Macramé Mermaids

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room #1 (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Join us as we use macramé cords to create mermaid tail keychains! For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1365.

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Conference Room #1 (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us as we use macramé cords to create mermaid tail keychains! 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1365.

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, November 26, 2024 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Event Details:

This story time themed take and make will be available at the youth services desk from November 26 - December 2 or as long as supplies last. For more information about this pr...

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 November 26 - December 2 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: Turkey Dinner

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years
Event Details:

Enjoy fun and mouth-watering stories, games and crafts just in time for Thanksgiving. For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1450.  

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

Enjoy fun and mouth-watering stories, games and crafts just in time for Thanksgiving. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1450.  

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.

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
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.

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.

This event is in the "19+ Years" group.

Woven Hearts Take and Make

All Day
Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Decorate your home or tree with these Danish woven hearts. They can also be used to give small gifts and treats. This craft kit will be available for pick for the month of Dec...

Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Decorate your home or tree with these Danish woven hearts. They can also be used to give small gifts and treats. 

This craft kit will be available for pick for the month of December while supplies last. 

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

Gingerbread House Decorating

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Event Details:

Run, run as fast as you can to decorate! Show off your artistic skills as we decorate gingerbread houses. We will provide everything you need to decorate a premade hot glued g...

Open
Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Run, run as fast as you can to decorate! Show off your artistic skills as we decorate gingerbread houses. We will provide everything you need to decorate a premade hot glued gingerbread house. 

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, December 3, 2024 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Event Details:

This story time themed take and make will be available at the youth services desk from December 3 - December 9 or as long as supplies last. For more information about this pro...

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 December 3 - December 9 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: Toy Factory

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Time Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years
Event Details:

Enjoy fun and exciting stories and games about toys and make your own toys for yourself or to give as gifts. For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-772...

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

Enjoy fun and exciting stories and games about toys and make your own toys for yourself or to give as gifts. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1450. 

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 "19+ Years" group.

Needlecraft Club

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Socialize with other adults as you work on your own sewing, knitting, crochet or other needlecraft project. Please note that this is not a class; this is a group for adults who enj...

Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Socialize with other adults as you work on your own sewing, knitting, crochet or other needlecraft project. Please note that this is not a class; this is a group for adults who enjoy or are interested in needlecraft.

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

Gingerbread House Decorating

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Event Details:

Run, run as fast as you can to decorate! Show off your artistic skills as we decorate gingerbread houses. We will provide everything you need to decorate a premade hot glued g...

Open
Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Run, run as fast as you can to decorate! Show off your artistic skills as we decorate gingerbread houses. We will provide everything you need to decorate a premade hot glued gingerbread house. 

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 "19+ Years" group.

Knit & Crochet Club

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Socialize, learn, trade tips and swap patterns. Supplies are provided for beginners. Adults only. For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1381...

Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Socialize, learn, trade tips and swap patterns. Supplies are provided for beginners. Adults only. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1381.

 

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

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.

This event is in the "19+ Years" group.

Crafty Corner: Miniature Snowman

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Join us as we create adorable miniature snowmen out of socks, buttons and other common items! Use your creation as winter décor or gift it to someone special for the holidays. ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us as we create adorable miniature snowmen out of socks, buttons and other common items! Use your creation as winter décor or gift it to someone special for the holidays. 

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

Crafty Science: Optical Illusions

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Area (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
6-11 Years
Event Details:

Learn about how our eyes work, how they can be tricked and how to create your own brain-bending art. For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1...

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

Learn about how our eyes work, how they can be tricked and how to create your own brain-bending art. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1381. 
 

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.

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.

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

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.

This event is in the "19+ Years" group.

Recycled Book Page Ornaments

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Lovely ornaments can arise from books past their prime. Try your hand at making three styles of ornaments using recycled book pages. Registration is required by calling (910) ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Lovely ornaments can arise from books past their prime. Try your hand at making three styles of ornaments using recycled book pages. 

Registration is required by calling (910) 483-7727 ext. 1436 or registering online.

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

Homeschool Encore - Crafty Science: Optical Illusions

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Event Details:

Learn about how our eyes work, how they can be tricked and how to create your own brain-bending art. For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1...

Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Learn about how our eyes work, how they can be tricked and how to create your own brain-bending art. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1381. 
 

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, December 10, 2024 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Event Details:

This story time themed take and make will be available at the youth services desk from December 10 - December 16 or as long as supplies last. For more information about this p...

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 December 10 - December 16 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: Painting Presents

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Time Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years
Event Details:

Enjoy colorful stories and paint your own gifts and ornaments, just in time for the holidays. For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1450.&nb...

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

Enjoy colorful stories and paint your own gifts and ornaments, just in time for the holidays. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1450. 

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

Teen Scene Artistry: Emoji Paint Workshop

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Event Details:

Emojis are iconic. These expressive faces and images can be found everywhere. Learn some fun facts about emojis, experiment making your own original creation and paint your favorit...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Teen Space (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Emojis are iconic. These expressive faces and images can be found everywhere. Learn some fun facts about emojis, experiment making your own original creation and paint your favorite one on a canvas!