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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.

#GirlsCode@CCPL: Inventors with Makey Makey

4:00pm - 6:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
East Regional Library
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Maker, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Get ready to rock out! You'll use a Makey Makey circuit board and cool maker materials to design and build your own music interfaces, game controllers and way more.

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.

Evening Family Story Time: Frogs

5:30pm - 6:15pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Children's Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a delightful evening of story time and crafts for children aged 0-11. Our engaging sessions feature a variety of themed stories and exciting craft activities that will spark creativity and imagination in young minds.

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.

Robotic Challenges: Ozobots

4:00pm - 5:30pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

We invite you to get creative and challenge yourselves with robotics. Today we are going to get to know, explore and challenge ourselves with Ozobots. Ozobots are tiny robots who can move with code and colors.

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 and Dragons

4:00pm - 6:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
West Regional Library
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Teen Room (WRL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Adventure is calling...and we're looking for a party! Whether you have a sword, a bow, an axe or other weapon to lend to the cause, join us the first and third Tuesday of each month for Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition.

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

Airplane Science

4:30pm - 5:30pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
West Regional Library
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

How do planes stay up in the air? Explore the science of flight and test it by making paper airplanes. Try out different styles and see which one flies the furthest. 

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 Artistry: Paws to Create for a Cause

3:00pm - 4:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Teen Space (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Help furry friends find loving families by joining us in creating art portraits of available pets for adoption in our county. Your portraits will be put on display in the library to help them get adopted by their fur-ever family.

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.

Craft Garden Art

All Day
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Bordeaux Community Library
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Make a rolled paper flower or insect for our community art project. Your work will be displayed in the children's area as part of a masterpiece created by community members of all ages. This will be available May 1 - May 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.

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

Homeschool STEAM Station

2:00pm - 3:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Headquarters Library
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 with Keith Haring. 

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 Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm - 6:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all heroes, mages, wanderers, scoundrels and goblins! Join the party and play 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons. We will be meeting every Thursday. 

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

Teen Activity Connection

9:00am - 6:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Teen Space (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

We need teens to tell us what they want to do at the library! Brainstorm and socialize as you write about fun activities and events that you'd like to see at the library on our reserved white board tables. 

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

Fun Friday for Teens: Sharpie Art Tiles

2:45pm - 5:30pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
East Regional Library
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Teen Space (ERL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create gorgeous DIY coasters using Sharpies and rubbing alcohol. 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 "12-14 Years" group.
This event is in the "15-18 Years" group.

Teen Scene Artistry: Wandsmithery

3:00pm - 4:30pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time Area (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for an enchanting experience this International Harry Potter Day as we invite you to craft your very own wand.

This event is in the "12-14 Years" group.

Snak Attak Time!: Breakfast Snack

4:00pm - 5:30pm
12-14 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years
Program Type: General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Snak Attak Time! Who doesn't love snacks? And we don't just mean chips and crackers. Nope. We're talking about some cool snacks that you can make for yourself, family and friends.

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 "All Ages" group.

May Movie Club: Abominable

1:45pm - 4:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
Cliffdale Regional Library
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Event Details:

This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month we kick off a special family movie club just for the month of May, featuring animated Asian and Pacific Islander-based protagonists. 

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.

#GirlsCode@CCPL: Inventors with Makey Makey

2:00pm - 4:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: The Engine (Makerspace HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Maker, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Get ready to rock out! You'll use a Makey Makey circuit board and cool maker materials to design and build your own music interfaces, game controllers and way more.

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.

Dungeon and Dragons: One-Shot

3:00pm - 5:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
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 "12-14 Years" group.
This event is in the "15-18 Years" group.

Pressed Petal Bookmarks

4:00pm - 5:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
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:

Add a touch of nature to your reading experience by creating a one-of-a-kind bookmark using pressed flowers. 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727 ext. 1425.

 

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

Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm - 6:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
West Regional Library
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Adventure is calling...and we're looking for a party! Whether you have a sword, a bow, an axe or other weapon to lend to the cause, join us the first and third Tuesday of each month for Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition.

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

Family Crafternoon

4:00pm - 5:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
West Regional Library
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy an afternoon of crafts. There will be a variety of supplies and some examples to spark your imagination. There will also be specific project ideas related to Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. 

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 Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm - 6:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all heroes, mages, wanderers, scoundrels and goblins! Join the party and play 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons. We will be meeting every Thursday. 

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

Switch It Up! Teen Game Night

4:30pm - 6:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
North Regional Library
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (NRL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Tweens and Teens can enjoy the fun playing each other on the Nintendo Switch. Snacks and drinks provided. 

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

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

Fun Friday for Teens: Mighty Magnets

2:45pm - 5:30pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
East Regional Library
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021; PG-13) and experiment with several different types of magnet toys. Make your own mini-magnet-powered motor to take home.

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

Dungeons and Dragons: Fey Wilds

4:00pm - 5:45pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Bordeaux Community Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you like Dungeons and Dragons or would like to try it, come play a one-shot RPG (role-playing game) set in the Fey Wilds. 

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 "All Ages" group.

May Movie Club: The Tiger's Apprentice

1:45pm - 4:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
Cliffdale Regional Library
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Event Details:

This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we have a special family movie club just for the month of May featuring animated Asian and Pacific Islander-based protagonists. 

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.