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

Kids Craft: Pumpkin Painting

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxing time painting wooden pumpkins perfect for decorating this, and every, fall season. Ages 2-8. Washable tempera paint will be used, but please bring a shirt/apr...

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

Enjoy a relaxing time painting wooden pumpkins perfect for decorating this, and every, fall season. Ages 2-8. 

Washable tempera paint will be used, but please bring a shirt/apron and dress for a mess.  

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: 3
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.
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 "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 "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 "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: 17
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: 12
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.