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Smartphone Basics

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Conference Room #3 (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Digital Literacy
Age Group:
19+ Years

Join the library’s Digital Navigators as they cover essential skills for using your smartphone. Learn to make calls, take photos, send text messages and do much more. During the class, you will have time to ask your own questions and rec

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Conference Room #3 (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Digital Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library’s Digital Navigators as they cover essential skills for using your smartphone. Learn to make calls, take photos, send text messages and do much more. During the class, you will have time to ask your own questions and rec

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

Community Resources

Monday, May 4, 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.

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

America 250 Mural Drawings

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Local & State History Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Genealogy/Local History
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years

Learn about the library's upcoming America 250 mural from artist Max Dowdle, and then try your hand at your own mural drawing! Can you create your own to celebrate America? What famous Americans would you include?

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Local & State History Room (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Genealogy/Local History
Event Details:

Learn about the library's upcoming America 250 mural from artist Max Dowdle, and then try your hand at your own mural drawing! Can you create your own to celebrate America? What famous Americans would you include?

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 & Dragons: One-Shot

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room #3 (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

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.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Conference Room #3 (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
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.

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

May the 4th: Cosmic Crafts and Kyber Crystals

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
2nd Floor Commons (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
General Program
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years

Blast off into an unforgettable adventure at the library - no spaceship required! Join us for an out-of-this world celebration filled with stellar crafts, galactic activities and a taste of the iconic blue milk.

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: 2nd Floor Commons (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Blast off into an unforgettable adventure at the library - no spaceship required! Join us for an out-of-this world celebration filled with stellar crafts, galactic activities and a taste of the iconic blue milk.

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

Step into Spring: Library Line Dance

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
19+ Years

Boost your mood, energy and confidence while learning some of today’s most popular line dances. Move through easy-to-follow steps, practice classic favorites like the Electric Slide and the Wobble and discover new routines that keep you moving.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Boost your mood, energy and confidence while learning some of today’s most popular line dances. Move through easy-to-follow steps, practice classic favorites like the Electric Slide and the Wobble and discover new routines that keep you moving.

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

Cinco De Mayo Taco Story Time Spectacular

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Pate Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

Feliz Cinco de Mayo! Enjoy taco-themed stories, songs and activities in a bilingual story time experience for all ages. Stick around at the end to create a craft to take home and remember this special celebration.

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

Feliz Cinco de Mayo! Enjoy taco-themed stories, songs and activities in a bilingual story time experience for all ages. Stick around at the end to create a craft to take home and remember this special celebration.

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

Community Resources

Tuesday, May 5, 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.

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

Mother's Day Take and Make Craft

Tuesday, May 5, 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

Stop by and pick up a craft to make for your favorite Mom! This Mother's Day themed take and make craft will be available at the youth services desk from May 5 until May 12, while supplies last.

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

Stop by and pick up a craft to make for your favorite Mom! This Mother's Day themed take and make craft will be available at the youth services desk from May 5 until May 12, while supplies last.

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

Pokémon Club

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

Get ready to catch ’em all at our official Pokémon Club! Players ages 6–14 will learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building reading, math and social skills.

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

Get ready to catch ’em all at our official Pokémon Club! Players ages 6–14 will learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building reading, math and social skills.

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

Colonial Embroidery

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room #3 (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Genealogy/Local History
Age Group:
15-18 Years, 19+ Years

Step back in time and discover the art of eighteenth-century embroidery! In this hands-on program, you’ll learn the foundational stitches and techniques that were once a cherished skill and pastime.

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Conference Room #3 (HQU)
Age Group: 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Genealogy/Local History
Event Details:

Step back in time and discover the art of eighteenth-century embroidery! In this hands-on program, you’ll learn the foundational stitches and techniques that were once a cherished skill and pastime.

This event is in the "19+ Years" group

East Regional Book Club: Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Meeting/Activity Room (ERL) at East Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
19+ Years

Join us to discuss Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers, a cozy mystery.

Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us to discuss Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers, a cozy mystery.

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

Tiny Hands, Big Masterpieces

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years

Get ready for some colorful, squishy fun at our toddler finger painting program. Little artists will explore bright paints, mix colors and create their very own masterpieces using their hands, fingers and lots of imagination.

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get ready for some colorful, squishy fun at our toddler finger painting program. Little artists will explore bright paints, mix colors and create their very own masterpieces using their hands, fingers and lots of imagination.

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

Tech Time @ the Library

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room (ERL) at East Regional Library
Program Type:
Digital Literacy
Age Group:
19+ Years

Whether you need help setting up an email account, learning how to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or anything in between, we’re here to help you with your computer, tablet or smartphone questions. No appointment necessary.

Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (ERL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Digital Literacy
Event Details:

Whether you need help setting up an email account, learning how to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or anything in between, we’re here to help you with your computer, tablet or smartphone questions. No appointment necessary.

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

Community Resources

Wednesday, May 6, 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.

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

Pop In and Play

Wednesday, May 6, 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 "12-14 Years" group
This event is in the "15-18 Years" group

Teen Scene: Graffiti Art

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room #3 (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Teens are invited to unleash their creativity in our Graffiti Art program. Design and decorate your own mini fence made from popsicle sticks using bold colors, eye-catching lettering and dynamic graffiti-inspired patterns.

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Conference Room #3 (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Teens are invited to unleash their creativity in our Graffiti Art program. Design and decorate your own mini fence made from popsicle sticks using bold colors, eye-catching lettering and dynamic graffiti-inspired patterns.

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

Cute as a Button Flower Craft

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

April showers bring May button flowers. Take on this craft challenge to dig through a bucket of buttons, glob on glue and shape the supplies to make delightful flower-shaped masterpieces.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Story Time Room (CLF)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

April showers bring May button flowers. Take on this craft challenge to dig through a bucket of buttons, glob on glue and shape the supplies to make delightful flower-shaped masterpieces.

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 "All Ages" group

LEGO Club

Wednesday, May 6, 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, All Ages

Explore, create and learn through guided building activities and open-ended free play. Builders of all ages are welcome to imagine, experiment and bring their ideas to life with LEGO bricks.

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

Explore, create and learn through guided building activities and open-ended free play. Builders of all ages are welcome to imagine, experiment and bring their ideas to life with LEGO bricks.

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, May 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Maker, STEM
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
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 "15-18 Years" group
This event is in the "19+ Years" group

Making the Masquerade: A Regency Fashion Workshop

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment
Age Group:
15-18 Years, 19+ Years

Are you attending the Bridgerton Masquerade Ball on May 30th?

Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment
Event Details:

Are you attending the Bridgerton Masquerade Ball on May 30th?

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

Play and Explore: Zero to Four

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Story Time Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Sensory Program
Age Group:
0-5 Years

New to the area? Looking for a low-pressure way to socialize for your kids (and maybe yourself)? Join us at this free play for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Story Time Room (CLF)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Sensory Program
Event Details:

New to the area? Looking for a low-pressure way to socialize for your kids (and maybe yourself)? Join us at this free play for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers.

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

Let's Play Bridge

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
19+ Years

Socialize, have fun and keep mentally sharp by learning and playing bridge. Already play? Join us for game time. Curious about learning or want to improve your skills? Observer a game or two, and we’ll teach you.

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

Socialize, have fun and keep mentally sharp by learning and playing bridge. Already play? Join us for game time. Curious about learning or want to improve your skills? Observer a game or two, and we’ll teach you.

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 "All Ages" group

Paws to Create for a Cause

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory Program
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, All Ages

Make art that makes a difference. Young artists will create colorful, one-of-a-kind portraits of pets in need of loving homes.

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Children's Area (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory Program
Event Details:

Make art that makes a difference. Young artists will create colorful, one-of-a-kind portraits of pets in need of loving homes.

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.