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

Creative Cardboard Chapters: Back to the '80s

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
6-11 Years

We're kicking off Creative Cardboard Chapters by traveling back to the '80s—when arcades ruled the block (second only to the library, of course!).

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

We're kicking off Creative Cardboard Chapters by traveling back to the '80s—when arcades ruled the block (second only to the library, of course!).

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

Hanging Out & Nerding Out: Mystical Creations

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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: Arts & Crafts
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.

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

Rubber Ducky Design Lab

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages

Design your very own one-of-a-kind rubber ducky masterpiece. Whether you’re crafting a colorful decoration or creating a quirky keychain, you’ll waddle away with a duck that’s totally you. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design your very own one-of-a-kind rubber ducky masterpiece. Whether you’re crafting a colorful decoration or creating a quirky keychain, you’ll waddle away with a duck that’s totally you. 

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

Cumberland Cooks: Back to the '80s Pac-Man Cookies

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
19+ Years

Step back into the ’80s for a fun, hands-on Charlie Cart session. Learn how the Charlie Cart works while making Pac-Man–inspired treats, explore Cumberland Cooks and other library programs and decorate your own Pac-Man-shaped cookies.

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

Step back into the ’80s for a fun, hands-on Charlie Cart session. Learn how the Charlie Cart works while making Pac-Man–inspired treats, explore Cumberland Cooks and other library programs and decorate your own Pac-Man-shaped cookies.

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

My Little Pony Party

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

Celebrate friendship, creativity and imagination at our My Little Pony party! Participants will enjoy themed activities designed to spark joy, encourage cooperation and build connections with new friends.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate friendship, creativity and imagination at our My Little Pony party! Participants will enjoy themed activities designed to spark joy, encourage cooperation and build connections with new friends.

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

Fun Friday for Teens: Shrinky Dinks

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (ERL) at East Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Watch Ice Age 2: The Meltdown (PG; 2006) and make shrinky dinks to wear as charms or use as keychains. Hang out with friends and enjoy the end of your week. Happy Friday!  

Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Watch Ice Age 2: The Meltdown (PG; 2006) and make shrinky dinks to wear as charms or use as keychains. Hang out with friends and enjoy the end of your week. Happy Friday!  

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

Teen New Year, New Hobby Fair

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities, Maker
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Don’t spend another year bored! Explore a wide range of hobbies and discover exciting ways to dive deeper into new interests.

Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities, Maker
Event Details:

Don’t spend another year bored! Explore a wide range of hobbies and discover exciting ways to dive deeper into new interests.

This event is in the "19+ Years" group

Knit & Crochet Club

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
19+ Years

Join fellow adults to socialize, learn new skills, trade tips and swap patterns in a relaxed, friendly setting. Supplies are provided for beginners, and experienced participants are welcome to bring their own projects. 

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

Join fellow adults to socialize, learn new skills, trade tips and swap patterns in a relaxed, friendly setting. Supplies are provided for beginners, and experienced participants are welcome to bring their own projects. 

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

Homeschool STEM: Cubelet Creators

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM
Age Group:
6-11 Years

In this hands-on robotics program, students explore how machines think and move using Cubelets—magnetic robot blocks that snap together to create working robots in seconds. Each Cubelet has a special job.

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

In this hands-on robotics program, students explore how machines think and move using Cubelets—magnetic robot blocks that snap together to create working robots in seconds. Each Cubelet has a special job.

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, January 26, 2026 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

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.

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:

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

Story Time Take and Make Craft

Tuesday, January 27, 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

This story time themed take and make will be available at the youth services desk from January 27 - February 2 or as long as supplies last. 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1459. 

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 January 27 - February 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: Lovable Pets

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Each session features engaging read-alouds followed by interactive games that bring the tales to life. After the fun, kids can dive into a hands-on craft inspired by the day’s theme perfect for sparking creativity and encouraging imagination.

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

Each session features engaging read-alouds followed by interactive games that bring the tales to life. After the fun, kids can dive into a hands-on craft inspired by the day’s theme perfect for sparking creativity and encouraging 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 "6-11 Years" group
This event is in the "12-14 Years" group

Homeschool STEAM: Sharpie Tie-Dye

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

Watch science and art collide as you tie-dye a zipper bag or bring your own cotton item to customize. 

Registration is required by calling 910-483-7727, ext. 1481 or registering online.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Watch science and art collide as you tie-dye a zipper bag or bring your own cotton item to customize. 

Registration is required by calling 910-483-7727, ext. 1481 or registering online.

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

Spinning Tales – Crochet and Other Fiber Arts

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

Pick up a hook or loom and watch your creations grow loop by loop, stitch by stitch. This is a hands-on workshop introducing basic skills in the art of crochet and weaving.

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

Pick up a hook or loom and watch your creations grow loop by loop, stitch by stitch. This is a hands-on workshop introducing basic skills in the art of crochet and weaving.

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

New Year, New sliME

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Is slime giving you trouble at home? Squish, stretch, and sparkle your way to success at our Slime Party! Whether you’re a slime pro or a first-time mixer, come build your skills, swap tips and show off your creations.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Story Time Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Is slime giving you trouble at home? Squish, stretch, and sparkle your way to success at our Slime Party! Whether you’re a slime pro or a first-time mixer, come build your skills, swap tips and show off your creations.

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

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Time Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, General Program, Story Time
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

Put on your coziest PJs and bring a favorite stuffed animal for a magical Stuffed Animal Sleepover!

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, General Program, Story Time
Event Details:

Put on your coziest PJs and bring a favorite stuffed animal for a magical Stuffed Animal Sleepover!

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

Fun Friday for Teens: Beaded Bonsai Trees

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space (ERL) at East Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Make mini-bonsai trees out of wire, beads and gemstones. Hang out with friends and enjoy the end of your week. Happy Friday! 

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

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

Make mini-bonsai trees out of wire, beads and gemstones. Hang out with friends and enjoy the end of your week. Happy Friday! 

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

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

Unicorn Valentine's Card Craft Kit

All Day
Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity, Sensory Program
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

Create your unique heart-shaped unicorn valentine with this cool card-making craft kit. Craft kits will be available next to the youth services desk while supplies last. 

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

Create your unique heart-shaped unicorn valentine with this cool card-making craft kit. Craft kits will be available next to the youth services desk 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 "19+ Years" group

Sew Personal: Embroider Your Own Keepsake

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM
Age Group:
19+ Years

Discover the timeless art of embroidery in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners and curious creatives. Artist in residence, Kia Love, will teach foundational stitches and techniques as you craft a small, personalized piece of fiber art.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the timeless art of embroidery in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners and curious creatives. Artist in residence, Kia Love, will teach foundational stitches and techniques as you craft a small, personalized piece of fiber art.

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, February 3, 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

This story time themed take and make will be available at the youth services desk from February 3 - February 9 or as long as supplies last. 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1459. 

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 February 3 - February 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 "19+ Years" group

Hearts and Crafts: Diamond Art

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Program
Age Group:
19+ Years

Add a little sparkle to your day with Hearts and Crafts: Diamond Dot Painting!

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

Add a little sparkle to your day with Hearts and Crafts: Diamond Dot Painting!

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

Terrific Tuesday: Cutie Cacti

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Each Terrific Tuesday session features engaging read-alouds, followed by interactive games that bring the tales to life.

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

Each Terrific Tuesday session features engaging read-alouds, followed by interactive games that bring the tales to life.

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
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

Framed With Love

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, All Ages

Show your loved one you care by creating a custom picture frame as a gift. Paint, draw and bedazzle with provided supplies until you have the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day. All you’ll need to add is the perfect picture. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Show your loved one you care by creating a custom picture frame as a gift. Paint, draw and bedazzle with provided supplies until you have the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day. All you’ll need to add is the perfect picture. 

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

Art 4 All: Valentine's Day Cards Past and Present

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Everyone can share the love with handmade cards. Explore the history of Valentine's Day cards and make a recycled card of your own! 

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: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Everyone can share the love with handmade cards. Explore the history of Valentine's Day cards and make a recycled card of your own! 

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.