Upcoming Events

Learn about how our eyes work, how they can be tricked and how to create your own brain-bending art. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1381. 
 

Who doesn't enjoy a little chaos? Join us as we explore hands-on experiments and creations that involve science, technology, engineering, art and math! 

Experience the magic of the holiday season with The Polar Express (G; 2004). This enchanting film takes you on a breathtaking journey to the North Pole, where the spirit of Christmas comes alive.

This program is a LEGO free play. Bring the whole family. We will have LEGOs, MEGA BLOCKS and DUPLOs so everyone can play. 

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

Do you like dress-up games? Have you ever wanted to design your own? Learn the basics of the SCRATCH programming system, design digital clothing items and create your own custom dress-up video game! 

Learn about how our eyes work, how they can be tricked and how to create your own brain-bending art. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1381. 
 

This story time themed take and make will be available at the youth services desk from December 10 - December 16 or as long as supplies last. 

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

Enjoy colorful stories and paint your own gifts and ornaments, just in time for the holidays. 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1450. 

Think your holiday spirit is better than the rest? Now you have a chance to prove it as the library hosts a holiday trivia night! Come for laughs, learning and the chance to flex your holiday knowledge.

Join us as we get creative with LEGOs! 

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1361. 

Tweens ages 9-13 can join us and learn the basics of crochet. 

We will attempt to learn together with a simple/small amigurumi pattern. 

Celebrate the holiday season with us as we read a retelling of the classic story of the Nutcracker. Participants will also have opportunity for music and movement and learn steps from the ballet.

Dive into the enchanting world of the Nutcracker as we discover the story filled with dreams and holiday magic. But that’s not all!

Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of coding at our #GirlsCode@CCPL program! Join us for a fun-filled morning where you will learn how computers communicate and store information.

In this unique program, children express their creativity through paper-based art, and professional artists bring their visions to life with their own interpretations.

All aboard! Join us as we cozy in with a cup of hot cocoa to watch The Polar Express (G; 2004). 

A hot cocoa bar will be set up and wearing jammies/loungewear is encouraged. 

Have you ever wondered where the game of rock, paper, scissors came from? 

Calling all LEGO builders. If you enjoy creating with LEGOs join us for LEGO Engineers, a monthly program for those looking for a LEGO challenge. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Cumberland County Public Library, Inc. 

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

For more information about this program, please call (910) 483-7727 ext. 1450. 

Each month we will explore a book from the juvenile fiction section and do a related STEAM activity or craft. 

For December the book is Light Comes to Shadow Mountain by Toni Buzzeo. 

Join us and DIY some of your own Christmas ornaments. We will have a variety of materials from which to choose. 

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

In honor of of the most famous holiday book of all time, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, we will be hosting a celebration of the past, present and future!

Practice reading out loud to a four-legged friend. The dogs from Love on a Leash enjoy listening to stories of all kinds and are a great way to encourage shy or reluctant readers. Bring your favorite book or choose one of ours. All ages.