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Community Resources

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Image shows two silhouetted hands reaching toward each other at sunset. One person is standing or kneeling on top of a rock, extending a hand downward, while the other person reaches upward from below. The bright sun is centered between their hands, casting a warm golden glow across the sky. The background shows an open landscape with soft hills and a clear horizon. The scene conveys themes of help, connection and support.

Community Resources

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (NRL)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Image features a gold background with a pattern of various drawn images of food. In the center, there is a white cooking pot with a lid containing the text “Cumberland Cooks! Cumberland County Public Library.” The word “Cumberland” is written in bold blue letters, with a white chef’s hat outlined in blue positioned above the letter “C.” The word “Cooks!” is in large, bold gold letters, with the first “o” shaped like a spoon and the second “o” shaped like a fork.

Cumberland Cooks: Holiday Cookie Decoration

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pate Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years

Decorate a festive holiday cookie to enjoy yourself or share with someone special. All materials are provided, and no baking experience is needed—just bring your creativity and a little seasonal cheer. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Decorate a festive holiday cookie to enjoy yourself or share with someone special. All materials are provided, and no baking experience is needed—just bring your creativity and a little seasonal cheer. 

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Fresh Start Social Hour

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment, General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years

Connect with new people in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Whether you're new to the area or simply looking to meet others, this social hour offers a casual space to chat, play games and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee.

Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, General Program
Event Details:

Connect with new people in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Whether you're new to the area or simply looking to meet others, this social hour offers a casual space to chat, play games and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee.

Smiling teens sitting at a table talking in a library with books and a laptop on the table.

CommuniTeens: Volunteer Session

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Need volunteer hours? Join other teens who love giving back to the community while earning service time in a fun, supportive environment.

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

Need volunteer hours? Join other teens who love giving back to the community while earning service time in a fun, supportive environment.

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Snak Attak vs. Crafting Cuisines: A Holiday Gathering

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
General Program, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Snak Attak and Crafting Cuisines are teaming up for a special holiday edition! Join us for a delicious hands-on program featuring a menu of sliders and mac & cheese bites.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Snak Attak and Crafting Cuisines are teaming up for a special holiday edition! Join us for a delicious hands-on program featuring a menu of sliders and mac & cheese bites.

A Dalmatian dog with its front paws on top of an open book.

Paws for Reading

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pate Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
General Program
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: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate Room (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
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.

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Cozy Crafternoon

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Program
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years

Sip hot chocolate and gather around a cozy virtual fire as you create a variety of winter-themed crafts. Families can also enjoy a selection of seasonal storybooks to read together during this relaxed, festive evening. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sip hot chocolate and gather around a cozy virtual fire as you create a variety of winter-themed crafts. Families can also enjoy a selection of seasonal storybooks to read together during this relaxed, festive evening. 

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.

Image shows two silhouetted hands reaching toward each other at sunset. One person is standing or kneeling on top of a rock, extending a hand downward, while the other person reaches upward from below. The bright sun is centered between their hands, casting a warm golden glow across the sky. The background shows an open landscape with soft hills and a clear horizon. The scene conveys themes of help, connection and support.

Community Resources

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Conference Room (SPL)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Image shows two silhouetted hands reaching toward each other at sunset. One person is standing or kneeling on top of a rock, extending a hand downward, while the other person reaches upward from below. The bright sun is centered between their hands, casting a warm golden glow across the sky. The background shows an open landscape with soft hills and a clear horizon. The scene conveys themes of help, connection and support.

Community Resources

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Conference Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (CLF)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Closed for Christmas

12/23/2025 @ 6:00pm to 12/28/2025 @ 6:00pm
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

Closed for New Year's Day

12/31/2025 @ 6:00pm to 01/01/2026 @ 7:00pm
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
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Community Resources

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Conference Room (HPM)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Image shows two silhouetted hands reaching toward each other at sunset. One person is standing or kneeling on top of a rock, extending a hand downward, while the other person reaches upward from below. The bright sun is centered between their hands, casting a warm golden glow across the sky. The background shows an open landscape with soft hills and a clear horizon. The scene conveys themes of help, connection and support.

Community Resources

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Image features a gold background with a pattern of various drawn images of food. In the center, there is a white cooking pot with a lid containing the text “Cumberland Cooks! Cumberland County Public Library.” The word “Cumberland” is written in bold blue letters, with a white chef’s hat outlined in blue positioned above the letter “C.” The word “Cooks!” is in large, bold gold letters, with the first “o” shaped like a spoon and the second “o” shaped like a fork.

Cumberland Cooks: Italian Seasoning Blend

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
General Program, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
19+ Years

Create your own signature Italian Seasoning Blend! We’ll show you how to mix and measure like a pro, then inspire you with ideas for using your blend in everyday cooking. All materials provided — plus a free sample to take home! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own signature Italian Seasoning Blend! We’ll show you how to mix and measure like a pro, then inspire you with ideas for using your blend in everyday cooking. All materials provided — plus a free sample to take home! 

Image shows two silhouetted hands reaching toward each other at sunset. One person is standing or kneeling on top of a rock, extending a hand downward, while the other person reaches upward from below. The bright sun is centered between their hands, casting a warm golden glow across the sky. The background shows an open landscape with soft hills and a clear horizon. The scene conveys themes of help, connection and support.

Community Resources

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (NRL)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Dept. of Social Services Information Table

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Lobby (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years

A  Cumberland County Department of Social Services representative will host a table in the lobby to provide information on becoming a licensed foster parent in Cumberland County.

Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Lobby (HPM)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

A  Cumberland County Department of Social Services representative will host a table in the lobby to provide information on becoming a licensed foster parent in Cumberland County.

Fayetteville Technical Community College Information Table

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lobby (ERL) at East Regional Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
15-18 Years, 19+ Years

Fayetteville Technical Community College representatives will host a table to give out brochures and information on the community college, enrollment, unique offerings, classes and more! 

Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Lobby (ERL)
Age Group: 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Fayetteville Technical Community College representatives will host a table to give out brochures and information on the community college, enrollment, unique offerings, classes and more! 

Movie poster for “High School Musical” shows the title in large marquee lights against red stage curtains. Below it, six teens in colorful clothes jump in the air with excited expressions. The Disney Channel Original Movie logo appears at the bottom.

Silver Screeners Movie Matinee: Musical Mania

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Pate Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment, General Program
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Welcome all teen cinephiles and casual movie watchers to Silver Screeners. Join us for a snack and a movie matinee experience without the ticket price. All movie goers are welcome to experience High School Musical (G; 2006). 

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate 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. Join us for a snack and a movie matinee experience without the ticket price. All movie goers are welcome to experience High School Musical (G; 2006). 

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Hanging Out & Nerding Out: It's Game Time

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, General Program
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Gaming, robots, crafts and podcasts, oh my! We invite teens to join us in #hangingout&nerdingout every week as we participate in various activities. We have games. We have robotics and coding. We have crafts to create.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gaming, robots, crafts and podcasts, oh my! We invite teens to join us in #hangingout&nerdingout every week as we participate in various activities. We have games. We have robotics and coding. We have crafts to create.

Image shows two silhouetted hands reaching toward each other at sunset. One person is standing or kneeling on top of a rock, extending a hand downward, while the other person reaches upward from below. The bright sun is centered between their hands, casting a warm golden glow across the sky. The background shows an open landscape with soft hills and a clear horizon. The scene conveys themes of help, connection and support.

Community Resources

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Conference Room (SPL)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

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Foster Licensing

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years

Not perfect, just willing. Consider becoming a foster parent ... it's easier than you may expect. Provide a home for now; create connections for a lifetime. 

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

Not perfect, just willing. Consider becoming a foster parent ... it's easier than you may expect. Provide a home for now; create connections for a lifetime. 

Image shows two silhouetted hands reaching toward each other at sunset. One person is standing or kneeling on top of a rock, extending a hand downward, while the other person reaches upward from below. The bright sun is centered between their hands, casting a warm golden glow across the sky. The background shows an open landscape with soft hills and a clear horizon. The scene conveys themes of help, connection and support.

Community Resources

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Conference Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (CLF)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Image shows two silhouetted hands reaching toward each other at sunset. One person is standing or kneeling on top of a rock, extending a hand downward, while the other person reaches upward from below. The bright sun is centered between their hands, casting a warm golden glow across the sky. The background shows an open landscape with soft hills and a clear horizon. The scene conveys themes of help, connection and support.

Community Resources

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.