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

Color Our World

9:00am–10:00am
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
East Regional Library
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

This summer, let Mad Science spark curiosity and creativity as we “Color Our World” with an electrifying science show inspired by the 2025 Summer Reading Theme. 

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

Color Our World

11:00am–12:00pm
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: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

This summer, let Mad Science spark curiosity and creativity as we “Color Our World” with an electrifying science show inspired by the 2025 Summer Reading Theme. 

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

Color Our World

2:00pm–3:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Spring Lake Community Library
Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

This summer, let Mad Science spark curiosity and creativity as we “Color Our World” with an electrifying science show inspired by the 2025 Summer Reading Theme. 

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: Book Dragons Read

3:00pm–4:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Book Club, General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gaming, robots, books 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 books to read.

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

NC Lore & Legends

3:00pm–4:00pm
15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Local & State History Room (HQU)
Age Group: 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Genealogy/Local History
Event Details:

From ghost stories in the mountains to mysterious creatures in the swamps, North Carolina is rich with legends passed down through generations.

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

Tween Crochet

3:30pm–4:30pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Bordeaux Community Library
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

We will build up our skills to make an amigurumi (small stuffed yarn creatures). 

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

Chalk on the Walk

4:00pm–5:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
West Regional Library
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come decorate the library’s sidewalk with chalk! 

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.

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

Color Our World

4:00pm–5:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
North Regional Library
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

This summer, let Mad Science spark curiosity and creativity as we “Color Our World” with an electrifying science show inspired by the 2025 Summer Reading Theme. 

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: Wizarding World of Engineering Using LEGO Materials

10:00am–12:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Maker, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Master the magic of Harry Potter using LEGOs! Visit Diagon Alley, play a game of Quidditch and duel the evil Lord Voldemort. Hone your magical skills while learning about advanced Muggle (STEM) concepts. 

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 "All Ages" group

Summer Family Story Time: Friendship Fun

11:00am–12:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
Bordeaux Community Library
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs and activities about all the ways friendship colors our world! This program will feature a guest reader, author Antoinette Forte, and we will make friendship bracelets. 

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 "15-18 Years" group

Crafting Cuisines Cooking Club: Rainbow Grilled Cheese

1:00pm–3:30pm
15-18 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Crafting Cuisines Cooking Club! Did you know crafts can go beyond creating things with paper, paint and other artsy-fartsy stuff? Join us as we get creative and crafty with food too.

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

Train Your Brain: A New Perspective On Art

2:00pm–3:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Children's Area (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Use your senses and create your own art for different points of view! Fun art challenges and stations throughout the program. 

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

 

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 DIY: Chromatic Chaos

4:45pm–6:45pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
North Regional Library
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use crayons, a canvas and a hair dryer to create one-of-a-kind wax melt paintings! For ages 11-18. 

Registration is required by calling 910-483-7727 ext. 1450 or registering online.

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

Snak Attak Time!: Rainbow Jell-O Rollups

1:00pm–2:30pm
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 "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

Silver Screeners Movie Matinee

3:00pm–5:30pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate Room (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, General Program
Event Details:

Welcome all teen cinephiles and casual movie watchers to Silver Screeners. Join us for a snack and a movie matinee experience without the ticket price.

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

Fantasy Book Club: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

4:30pm–5:30pm
15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Spring Lake Community Library
Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Conference Room (SPL)
Age Group: 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

It's an ordinary Thursday afternoon for Arthur Dent...until his house gets demolished. The Earth follows shortly afterwards.

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

Cozy Crochet for Teens

4:00pm–5:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Conference 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
This event is in the "12-14 Years" group

Evening Family Story Time: Bath Time

5:30pm–6:15pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time 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 "12-14 Years" group
This event is in the "15-18 Years" group

Teen Tiny Art

4:00pm–5:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
West Regional Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint your own tiny canvas! All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity. 

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

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

Dungeons & Dragons

1:15pm–2:30pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Always be yourself...unless you can be elf...then always be an elf. Or a sorcerer...or an orc...or a bard...or a druid...the possibilities seem endless.

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: STEM Explorations Using LEGO Materials

2:00pm–4:00pm
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:

Master your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering and architecture through engineer-designed projects.

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: Let's Start a Podcast

3:00pm–4:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gaming, robots, books 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 books to read.

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

LEGO Legends League

4:30pm–6:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
North Regional Library
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Story Time Room (NRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

We are hosting the LEGO Legends League and we want 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.