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A small child's hand is playing with six piles of clay - red, orange, yellow, green, blue and purple. There are six small containers stacked next to the clay. The child is wearing a red shirt.

Creative Clay Crew

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting/Activity Room (ERL) at East Regional Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities, Sensory Program

Age Group:

0-5 Years
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Sensory Program
Event Details:

Get ready for multi-sensory experiences with our once a month playdough club. Drop in anytime while we’re meeting and prepare to work on your fine motor development while squishing, smooshing, rolling and flattening gluten-free playdough. 

A girl and boy riding on the pages of an open book. There are a few leaves flying behind them. On the orange book is an image of an open book with a few stars coming out of it and the words "Cumberland County Literacy Council" under it. Under the entire image are the words "Imagination Library Storytime".

Imagination Library Story Time

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Time Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

0-5 Years
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a special family-friendly story time where little ones can enjoy engaging tales and fun activities. 

This month's theme is "snow much fun." 

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

Bubble Wrap Painting

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
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.

A colorful, 1980s-themed promotional graphic with neon colors on a black background. Large text reads “Back to the ’80s” in pink and bright green. Below, text says “Celebrating Bordeaux’s 40th Anniversary.” The background features neon geometric shapes and dotted patterns. Logos appear at the bottom for Cumberland County, Friends of the Cumberland County Public Library and Cumberland County Public Library.

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
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: 

The image is an announcement graphic for an Artist in Residence program. The background is light beige with small hand-drawn illustrations scattered throughout, including sewing machines, paint palettes with brushes, cameras and hands holding paintbrushes or clay tools. Across the middle of the image is a large navy blue horizontal banner with bold white text that reads: “Creative Collaborations: ARTIST IN RESIDENCE.” Below that, on an olive-green bar, white text reads: “Where Creativity Meets Community.”

Mod Podge Material Magic

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

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

Add a touch of handmade charm to your home! In this creative session, adults will learn how to decoupage a trinket dish using fabric and Mod Podge with artist in residence, Kia Love. All materials are provided, just bring your imagination!

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

Rock Painting

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
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. 

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: Italian Seasoning Blend

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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:

Create your own signature Italian Seasoning Blend! We’ll show you how to mix and measure like a pro, then inspire you with ideas for using your blend in everyday cooking. All materials provided — plus a free sample to take home! 

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

Little Picassos: Tie-Dye Snowflakes

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
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. 

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

Art 4 All: Scrap Paper Palooza

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Area (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

6-11 Years
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. 

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

Sew What?: Teen Sewing Experiments

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space (ERL) at East Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
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. 

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Homeschool STEM: Cubelet Creators

10:00am–11:00am
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, Maker, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

In this hands-on robotics program, students explore how machines think and move using Cubelets—magnetic robot blocks that snap together to create working robots in seconds. Each Cubelet has a special job.

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.

Community Resources

10:00am–12:00pm
19+ Years, All Ages
Spring Lake Community Library
Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Conference Room (SPL)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Toddler and Preschool Gentle Story Time: Totally '80s

10:30am–11:15am
0-5 Years
Bordeaux Community Library
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Sensory Program, Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, inclusive story time featuring stories, songs and gentle activities designed for sensory-sensitive participants.

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.

Tech Time @ the Library

2:00pm–3:30pm
19+ Years
North Regional Library
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (NRL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Digital Literacy
Event Details:

Whether you need help setting up an email account, learning how to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or anything in between, we’re here to help you with your computer, tablet or smartphone questions.

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: Meeting/Activity 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.

Dungeons & Dragons

4:00pm–6:00pm
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: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all adventurers! Gather your party and get ready for some D&D. We are in an ongoing campaign, but you can still join up. All levels of experience are welcome. We will meet on the second and fourth Monday of each month. 

Monday Matinee at Maiden Lane

4:00pm–6:30pm
19+ Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Event Details:

Enjoy a screening of the beloved romantic comedy Moonstruck (PG; 1987), starring iconic performer Cher.

Evening Family Story Time: Cozy Critters

5:00pm–5:45pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 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.

Family Story Time: Animals and Hibernation

10:00am–10:30am
0-5 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for our story time for 2- to 5-year-olds. Each week will be a different theme of stories and fun! 

This week's theme is animals and hibernation. 

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.

Toddler Story Time: Polar Bears!

10:00am–10:30am
0-5 Years
Spring Lake Community Library
Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Story time for 1- to 3-year-olds. 

This week's theme is the wonderful polar bear. 

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.

Preschool Story Time: Fast and Slow

10:00am–10:45am
0-5 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Story Time Room (CLF)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for stories, music, and movement at this weekly preschool story time. Children ages 3-5 can get their wiggles out with dancing, practice skills that will be useful in kindergarten and take home their very own craft creation.

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.

Family Story Time: Penguins

10:00am–11:00am
0-5 Years
West Regional Library
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs and more for children ages 1-5 and their families. 

This week's theme is penguins. 

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.

Come On Down for Senior Bingo!

10:00am–11:30am
19+ Years
East Regional Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a fun morning of activity and conversation by playing Bingo. This event is for seniors 55 years and over to enjoy time with friends and the opportunity to make new friends.

Family Story Time: Animals and Hibernation

11:00am–11:30am
0-5 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for our story time for 2- to 5-year-olds. Each week will be a different theme of stories and fun! 

This week's theme is animals and hibernation. 

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.

Preschool Story Time: Polar Bears!

11:00am–11:30am
0-5 Years
Spring Lake Community Library
Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Story time for 3- to 5-year-olds. 

This week's theme is the wonderful polar bear. 

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.

Microsoft Excel Basics

11:00am–12:30pm
19+ Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Digital Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library's Digital Navigators as they cover essential skills for using Microsoft Excel.

Community Resources

11:00am–1:00pm
19+ Years, All Ages
Cliffdale Regional Library
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (CLF)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

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 27 - February 2 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.

Unplugged: Tabletop Takeover!

3:00pm–5:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Conference Room #3 (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Tired of screen time? Power down and level up the fun with an afternoon of the We Didn't Playtest This at All game and tasty snacks. Challenge your friends (or make new ones) with this fun card game! 

Terrific Tuesday: Lovable Pets

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 session features engaging read-alouds followed by interactive games that bring the tales to life. After the fun, kids can dive into a hands-on craft inspired by the day’s theme perfect for sparking creativity and encouraging imagination.

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.

Homeschool STEAM: Sharpie Tie-Dye

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, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Watch science and art collide as you tie-dye a zipper bag or bring your own cotton item to customize. 

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

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.

Hanging Out & Nerding Out: Let's Start a Podcast

4:00pm–5:30pm
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: General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gaming, robots, crafts 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 crafts to create.

Mystery Book Club: The Last Time She Saw Him

5:30pm–6:30pm
19+ Years
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Kiki Reed reluctantly attends a party knowing her ex-fiancé Jamie will be there. Their brief, polite reunion eases her nerves—until Jamie is later found dead in his car from a gunshot wound.

Toddler Story Time: Penguins

10:00am–10:30am
0-5 Years
North Regional Library
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled story time designed especially for curious little ones!

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.