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Holiday Take and Make Crafts

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

These holiday themed take and makes will be available at the youth services desk from December 9 till December 29 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:

These holiday themed take and makes will be available at the youth services desk from December 9 till December 29 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.

Closed for Staff Development

All Day
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
Red, yellow, blue, green and black LEGO bricks in a pile.

Get Creative with LEGOs

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:45am
Meeting/Activity Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Bring the whole family for a relaxed, creative play session with LEGOs, MEGA BLOKS and DUPLOs—perfect for builders of all ages. Take a holiday break, unwind together and create something fun with blocks of every size. 

Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for a relaxed, creative play session with LEGOs, MEGA BLOKS and DUPLOs—perfect for builders of all ages. Take a holiday break, unwind together and create something fun with blocks of every size. 

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 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
The words "Play Ready" on a black background. The words are formed with different items needed for sports or activities such as balls and dice.

Dino-Might Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Cliffdale Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
6-11 Years

We're celebrating a brand new year by digging up some ancient old fossils. Dinosaurs have invaded us and it's up to our intrepid paleontologists to find the dinosaurs roaring all over the children's area during the month of January. 

Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

We're celebrating a brand new year by digging up some ancient old fossils. Dinosaurs have invaded us and it's up to our intrepid paleontologists to find the dinosaurs roaring all over the children's area during the month of January. 

The words "Play Ready" on a black background. The words are formed with different items needed for sports or activities such as balls and dice.

Happy New Year Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

It's a fresh exciting new year! Search the youth services area to find 9 story time-themed pictures hidden around the library. Can you spot them all? 

Available January 2 - 31. 

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

It's a fresh exciting new year! Search the youth services area to find 9 story time-themed pictures hidden around the library. Can you spot them all? 

Available January 2 - 31. 

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.

The words "Play Ready" on a black background. The words are formed with different items needed for sports or activities such as balls and dice.

Hibernation Scavenger Hunt

All Day
East Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years

Some sleepy animals have begun their winter hibernation right here in the library. Search the children’s area to find all eight hidden creatures and claim a small prize for your amazing discovery skills. 

Library Branch: East Regional Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Some sleepy animals have begun their winter hibernation right here in the library. Search the children’s area to find all eight hidden creatures and claim a small prize for your amazing discovery 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.

The words "Play Ready" on a black background. The words are formed with different items needed for sports or activities such as balls and dice.

Lost Socks Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Headquarters Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages

Don’t get cold feet in the new year! Ten mismatched socks are hiding in the children’s and teen areas, and they need your help to find their pairs. Search high and low, match them up and stop by the children’s desk to claim your prize.

Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Don’t get cold feet in the new year! Ten mismatched socks are hiding in the children’s and teen areas, and they need your help to find their pairs. Search high and low, match them up and stop by the children’s desk to claim your prize.

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.

Metal containers holding pens, colored pencils, scissors, paintbrushes and rulers.

New Year Postcard Craft

All Day
Spring Lake Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

Start the new year by sharing your hopes and dreams for 2026! Throughout January, kids can craft their own postcard using provided word cutouts and prompts.

Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Start the new year by sharing your hopes and dreams for 2026! Throughout January, kids can craft their own postcard using provided word cutouts and prompts.

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.

Metal containers holding pens, colored pencils, scissors, paintbrushes and rulers.

Origami Snowflakes

All Day
Hope Mills Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
19+ Years, All Ages

Create your own one-of-a-kind snowflake using origami folding and a few careful cuts! No two snowflakes will be the same. Pick up paper and instructions to craft a flurry of winter beauty here or at home. 

Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Self-Directed Activity, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Create your own one-of-a-kind snowflake using origami folding and a few careful cuts! No two snowflakes will be the same. Pick up paper and instructions to craft a flurry of winter beauty here or at home. 

The words "Play Ready" on a black background. The words are formed with different items needed for sports or activities such as balls and dice.

Penguin Scavenger Hunt

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

Some chilly penguin friends are hiding in the children’s area this month! Search the space to find them all and stop by the desk to claim a sticker prize. 

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

Some chilly penguin friends are hiding in the children’s area this month! Search the space to find them all and stop by the desk to claim a sticker prize. 

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.

Metal containers holding pens, colored pencils, scissors, paintbrushes and rulers.

Scented Stress Ball 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 own squishy, scented, mess-free stress ball with this fun take-and-make craft kit. Pick one up during January (while supplies last) and enjoy a simple DIY project that’s perfect for stress relief and sensory play. 

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 own squishy, scented, mess-free stress ball with this fun take-and-make craft kit. Pick one up during January (while supplies last) and enjoy a simple DIY project that’s perfect for stress relief and sensory play. 

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.

The words "Play Ready" on a black background. The words are formed with different items needed for sports or activities such as balls and dice.

Sci-Fi Scavenger Hunt

All Day
North Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
6-11 Years

Aliens have invaded our children's area for National Sci-Fi Day! Pick up a scavenger hunt sheet at the children's services desk, find all seven wacky aliens and return the sheet for a free sticker. 

Library Branch: North Regional Library
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Aliens have invaded our children's area for National Sci-Fi Day! Pick up a scavenger hunt sheet at the children's services desk, find all seven wacky aliens and return the sheet for a free sticker. 

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.

The words "Play Ready" on a black background. The words are formed with different items needed for sports or activities such as balls and dice.

Totally '80s Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Story Time Area (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
6-11 Years

This January, travel back in time with a totally radical 1980s–themed scavenger hunt! Search the children’s area to find all the hidden throwback items and see how many you can spot on your own. 

Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Story Time Area (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

This January, travel back in time with a totally radical 1980s–themed scavenger hunt! Search the children’s area to find all the hidden throwback items and see how many you can spot on your own. 

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.

The words "Play Ready" on a black background. The words are formed with different items needed for sports or activities such as balls and dice.

Winter Scavenger Hunt

All Day
West Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages

Winter welcomes coziness and excitement into our lives. Find all eight of the hidden winter treasures and then return to the desk to receive a prize. 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1481.

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Winter welcomes coziness and excitement into our lives. Find all eight of the hidden winter treasures and then return to the desk to receive a prize. 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1481.

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.

The words "Play Ready" on a black background. The words are formed with different items needed for sports or activities such as balls and dice.

Back to the 80s Kickoff Party!

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity, Sensory Program
Age Group:
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages

Celebrate with us as we reflect on 40 years of serving our community. Bedazzle books, tie-dye scrunchies and relive the 80s through live games in this totally rad anniversary celebration! 

Schedule: 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity, Sensory Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate with us as we reflect on 40 years of serving our community. Bedazzle books, tie-dye scrunchies and relive the 80s through live games in this totally rad anniversary celebration! 

Schedule: 

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.

Metal containers holding pens, colored pencils, scissors, paintbrushes and rulers.

Story Time Take and Make Craft

Tuesday, January 6, 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 6 - January 12 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 6 - January 12 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.