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AI For All

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Pate Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

Digital Literacy

Age Group:

19+ Years
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Digital Literacy
Event Details:

The technology of I, Robot is no longer a distant fiction future and you're probably using it to some capacity already.

12 balls of multi-colored yarn in three rows.

Spinning Tales – Crochet and Other Fiber Arts

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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
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 learn the basics of crochet or weaving. 

Graphic of three red Christmas ornaments hanging on thin red strings against a soft green background with light bokeh circles. The ornaments include a tree shape on the left, a star in the middle and a round bauble on the right. White snowflakes of various sizes are scattered around the background.

Christmas Ornament Painting

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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
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
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit and unleash your creativity! Join us to paint your very own festive ornament—perfect for adding a personal touch to your holiday décor or gifting to someone special.

Image features a gold background with a pattern of various drawn images of food. In the center, there is a white cooking pot with a lid containing the text “Cumberland Cooks! Cumberland County Public Library.” The word “Cumberland” is written in bold blue letters, with a white chef’s hat outlined in blue positioned above the letter “C.” The word “Cooks!” is in large, bold gold letters, with the first “o” shaped like a spoon and the second “o” shaped like a fork.

Cumberland Cooks: Homemade Gingerbread & Eggnog

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (ERL) at East Regional Library

Program Type:

General Program

Age Group:

19+ Years
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Warm up the season with a festive hands-on workshop! Participants will learn how to make classic holiday gingerbread cookies from scratch.

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

Spreading Holiday Cheer

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Room (WRL) at West Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment

Age Group:

19+ Years, All Ages
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Teen Room (WRL)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment
Event Details:

Let's spread some holiday cheer! Create a holiday greeting card for our local nursing home residents. All ages are welcome. Drop in and create your masterpiece while listening to holiday music and enjoying a light snack.

Image features a gold background with a pattern of various drawn images of food. In the center, there is a white cooking pot with a lid containing the text “Cumberland Cooks! Cumberland County Public Library.” The word “Cumberland” is written in bold blue letters, with a white chef’s hat outlined in blue positioned above the letter “C.” The word “Cooks!” is in large, bold gold letters, with the first “o” shaped like a spoon and the second “o” shaped like a fork.

Cumberland Cooks: Chocolate Chip Cookie Jars

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library

Program Type:

General Program, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

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

Get ready to mix, measure and decorate as we create delicious chocolate chip cookie jars—perfect for gifting or baking at home! 

A wooden board game with a red die, two red game pieces, three yellow game pieces, two blue game pieces and one green game piece on the board.

Chess Club

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to the Cliffdale Chess Club! Spend an afternoon with the beautiful game, whether you are a seasoned pro, or just learning the basics. Note: this is an unrated chess event. 

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

Teens Draw: Eyes

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Exchange drawing tips, tricks and techniques, develop your own unique artistic style and showcase your art in a safe and supportive environment. 

This month we're drawing wonderful and unique eyes. 

A wooden board game with a red die, two red game pieces, three yellow game pieces, two blue game pieces and one green game piece on the board.

Board Game Party

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

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

Are you looking for a fun time to play with friends or family? Make your way over to Spring Lake for a board game party!

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

Creative Teens

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

We will be making one-of-a-kind cards or bookmarks with printmaking or collage techniques. 

Snacks will be provided. 

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

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Origami Snowflakes

All Day
19+ Years, All Ages
Hope Mills Community Library
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. 

Scented Stress Ball Craft Kit

All Day
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
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.

Bubble Wrap Painting

10:00am–11:00am
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
West Regional Library
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get ready to pop, paint and let your creativity burst! Use bubble wrap to design a fun, textured artwork all your own. 

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.

Back to the 80s Kickoff Party!

1:30pm–5:30pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
Bordeaux Community Library
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.

Story Time Take and Make Craft

12:00pm–7:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Spring Lake Community Library
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.

Terrific Tuesday: Silly Sci-Fi

3:30pm–4:30pm
6-11 Years
North Regional Library
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Each Terrific Tuesday kicks off with lively read-alouds that pull you right into the story. Then the adventure continues with interactive games that make the tales come alive.

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.

Rock Painting

4:00pm–5:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
West Regional Library
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let your creativity rock! Paint fun, colorful stones to show off your style. This craft is perfect for decorating your room, locker or gifting to 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.

Little Picassos: Tie-Dye Snowflakes

3:00pm–4:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Children's Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Design, cut and tie-dye some colorfully original snowflakes. Learn some fun facts about snowflakes as you celebrate creativity, nature and the cold weather. 

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.

Art 4 All: Scrap Paper Palooza

4:00pm–5:00pm
6-11 Years
Bordeaux Community Library
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Story Time Area (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

What's old is new again as we explore paper collage in the style of Eric Carle and other artists. Exercise your creative muscles and turn scraps into masterpieces during this imagination adventure. 

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.

Sew What?: Teen Sewing Experiments

2:45pm–5:00pm
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, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Teens are invited to learn the basics of sewing and to create a unique project to take home. This month we'll be making an easy snap closure pouch perfect for holding your earbuds, ear pods or loose change. 

Fun Friday for Teens: Paracord Bracelets

2:45pm–5:00pm
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, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Find your style and wear it on your sleeve. Make a cool paracord bracelet for yourself or a friend. Hang out with friends and enjoy the end of your week. Happy Friday! 

Crafty Corner: New Year's Time Capsules

2:00pm–3:30pm
19+ Years
Spring Lake Community Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ring in the new year with a fun time capsule craft! Make predictions, goals and memories to store and rediscover at another time.

Adult Hobbies: Miniature Painting

4:00pm–5:30pm
19+ Years
Headquarters Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: The Engine (Makerspace HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a new hobby? Join us and give miniature painting a try! We will have D&D inspired fantasy miniatures you can paint to your heart's content. Relax and enjoy giving color to fun, little fantasy people.