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Preschool Story Time: Talkin' Turkey

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting/Activity Room (ERL) at East Regional Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
0-5 Years
Event Details:

Story time for children 1-5 years old. This week's theme is Thanksgiving. For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1403. 

Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Story time for children 1-5 years old. 

This week's theme is Thanksgiving. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1403. 

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.

Make Your Own Holiday Ornament

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:45am
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Start getting in the holiday festive mood early. Come in and make your own Quilted Ball Ornament to take home. Materials are provided. Registration is required by calling (910...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Start getting in the holiday festive mood early. Come in and make your own Quilted Ball Ornament to take home. Materials are provided. 

Registration is required by calling (910) 483-7727 ext. 1381 or registering online.

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

Baby Bounce: Sharing

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting/Activity Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
0-5 Years
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive story time for babies and toddlers up to age 23 months old. We will read stories, sing songs and do simple movement activities. This week's t...

Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive story time for babies and toddlers up to age 23 months old. We will read stories, sing songs and do simple movement activities. 

This week's theme is sharing. 

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.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time: Let's Taco 'bout It!

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Time Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
0-5 Years
Event Details:

Join us for our story time for 2- to 5-year-olds. Each week will be a different theme of stories and fun! This week's theme is tacos. For more information about this prog...

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

Join us for our story time for 2- to 5-year-olds. Each week will be a different theme of stories and fun! 

This week's theme is tacos. 

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 "19+ Years" group.

Beginners' Bridge: the Basics

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Want to learn bridge? Join us for Beginners’ Bridge: the Basics. Afterwards, practice what you've learned with fellow players. Registration is required by calling (910) 4...

Open
Required
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Want to learn bridge? Join us for Beginners’ Bridge: the Basics. Afterwards, practice what you've learned with fellow players. 

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

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

Beginners' Bridge: Beyond Basics

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Bridge is fun! Want to improve your game? Beginners’ Bridge: Beyond Basics teaches popular bridge conventions and provides an opportunity for you to improve your skills through pla...

Open
Required
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Bridge is fun! Want to improve your game? Beginners’ Bridge: Beyond Basics teaches popular bridge conventions and provides an opportunity for you to improve your skills through play with fellow participants. 

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

Little Picassos: Wrist Pets

Thursday, November 21, 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:

Shiver me timbers, matey! If you've ever wished you had your very own pirate's parrot, the Wrist Pet is your ticket to living that seafaring fantasy. Forget about the hassle o...

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

Shiver me timbers, matey! If you've ever wished you had your very own pirate's parrot, the Wrist Pet is your ticket to living that seafaring fantasy. 

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.

Indigenous Peoples Geography Scavenger Hunt

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment
Age Group:
6-11 Years
Event Details:

Join us this Native American Heritage Month for a scavenger hunt that uncovers fascinating facts about the first Americans. Explore hidden gems of history as you search and deepen ...

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us this Native American Heritage Month for a scavenger hunt that uncovers fascinating facts about the first Americans. Explore hidden gems of history as you search and deepen your understanding of their cultures.

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.

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. 

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

Teen Skills: Friendsgiving Cozy Meal

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
15-18 Years
Event Details:

Can you cook a Friendsgiving meal with $30 or less? Maybe we'll up it to $45... We invite teens to learn how to cook a meal on a budget whether it's for themselves, family and frie...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Can you cook a Friendsgiving meal with $30 or less? Maybe we'll up it to $45...

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

Club Insomnia: The Push

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Blythe Connor is determined to be the caring mother to her baby Violet that she herself never had. But soon, Blythe suspects something is wrong with Violet, though her husband, Fox...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Blythe Connor is determined to be the caring mother to her baby Violet that she herself never had. But soon, Blythe suspects something is wrong with Violet, though her husband, Fox, insists she’s imagining it.

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

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. 

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

Fragile Democracy

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Local & State History Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Genealogy/Local History
Age Group:
19+ Years
Event Details:

Learn about the history of voting rights in North Carolina during a talk by Professors Jim Leloudis and Robert Korstad on their book Fragile Democracy as part of the Voices & V...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Local & State History Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Genealogy/Local History
Event Details:

Learn about the history of voting rights in North Carolina during a talk by Professors Jim Leloudis and Robert Korstad on their book Fragile Democracy as part of the Voices & Votes Exhibition.

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

Playdates at the Library

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Sensory Program
Age Group:
0-5 Years
Event Details:

Join us as we host Playdates at the Library. During this continuous program we will provide different play materials such as sensory toys, LEGOs, etc. We hope to see you there. Age...

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Sensory Program
Event Details:

Join us as we host Playdates at the Library. During this continuous program we will provide different play materials such as sensory toys, LEGOs, etc. We hope to see you there. Ages 0 to 4 years old. 

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.

Family Story Time: Talkin' Turkey

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story Time Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
0-5 Years
Event Details:

Story time for ages 0 to 5-year-olds. Story time includes reading stories, creative storytelling, music and movement and more. Please note that this program is appropriate for sens...

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

Story time for ages 0 to 5-year-olds. Story time includes reading stories, creative storytelling, music and movement and more. Please note that this program is appropriate for sensory seekers. 

This week's theme is turkeys. 

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.

Make Your Own Pirate Map

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Event Details:

Ahoy, adventurers! Ever dream of discovering hidden treasures on distant shores? Now is your chance! Join us for a fun-filled Make Your Own Pirate Map activity, where you'll design...

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

Ahoy, adventurers! Ever dream of discovering hidden treasures on distant shores? Now is your chance! Join us for a fun-filled Make Your Own Pirate Map activity, where you'll design your very own treasure map.

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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Blackbeard and NC Pirates

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Local & State History Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Genealogy/Local History
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of North Carolina pirates through interactive programming and a talk on Blackbeard and the Queen Anne's Revenge! Daniel Lowery, the QAR Lab Office Manager...

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Local & State History Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Genealogy/Local History
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of North Carolina pirates through interactive programming and a talk on Blackbeard and the Queen Anne's Revenge!

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

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! 

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

Little Picassos: Pool Noodle Race

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years
Event Details:

Unleash your inner seafarer and set sail on the high seas. You will put your "ship" to the test against the elements in a test of speed, agility and survival. Conquer the "treacher...

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

Unleash your inner seafarer and set sail on the high seas. You will put your "ship" to the test against the elements in a test of speed, agility and survival.

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

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. 

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

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

LEGO Free Play

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Event Details:

Build and play with LEGOs, Magna-tiles and DUPLOs. 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: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Build and play with LEGOs, Magna-tiles and DUPLOs. 

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 "15-18 Years" group.
This event is in the "19+ Years" group.

Gingerbread: From Its Dark Beginnings to a Sweet Ending

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Culture & Entertainment
Age Group:
15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Event Details:

Learn about the historic origin of gingerbread cookies and then bake and decorate your own creations. For adults and teens accompanied by adults. A Dickens Holiday Workshop. R...

Open
Required
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Learn about the historic origin of gingerbread cookies and then bake and decorate your own creations. For adults and teens accompanied by adults. A Dickens Holiday Workshop. 

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

Family Board Gaming

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages
Event Details:

It’s time for some family-friendly competition! Games will be provided, but you can bring your own if they’re suitable for all ages. For more information about this program, p...

Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

It’s time for some family-friendly competition! Games will be provided, but you can bring your own if they’re suitable for all ages. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1435.

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.