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Drawn images of a tablet with a magnifying glass on top of it, a round beaker with liquid in the left half and bubbles coming out of the top and a microscope on a yellow background.

Hanging Out & Nerding Out: Robots Assemble

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library

Program Type:

General Program, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program, STEM/STEAM
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.

Two hands with palms painted with a map of the word in various colors in front of a blue sky with white, fluffy clouds.

Celebrating the Honmoon: A KPop Demon Hunters Party!

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
2nd Floor Commons (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities, General Program, STEM/STEAM, Story Time

Age Group:

0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: 2nd Floor Commons (HQU)
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, General Program, STEM/STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Step into the world of KPop Demon Hunters with an unforgettable fan experience. Test your courage (and your taste buds!) in our hot-seat hot sauce trivia challenge.

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

Diamond Art Stickers

Thursday, January 15, 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:

Unleash your inner artist with this hands-on diamond art sticker workshop! You’ll design and decorate a dazzling sticker using tiny, shimmering gems. It’s an easy and satisfying craft for all skill levels, and all supplies are included. 

Drawn images of a tablet with a magnifying glass on top of it, a round beaker with liquid in the left half and bubbles coming out of the top and a microscope on a yellow background.

Fun Friday for Teens: Survive THIS! Challenge

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space (ERL) at East Regional Library

Program Type:

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: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Would you make the right choices to survive an avalanche or a hurricane? Play Worst-CASE Scenario (a family-friendly card game) with your friends and make your own micro survival kit to be prepared for disaster.

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: Labyrinth Challenge and Interactive Movie

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library

Program Type:

Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities

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: Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Get lost in '80s pop-culture with an interactive viewing of the classic film Labyrinth (PG; 1986). While watching, teens will have the opportunity to test their wits against the Goblin King in film-inspired puzzles. 

A Dalmatian dog with its front paws on top of an open book.

Paws for Reading

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library

Program Type:

General Program, Self-Directed Activity, Story Time

Age Group:

6-11 Years, All Ages
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program, Self-Directed Activity, Story Time
Event Details:

Build reading confidence by sharing a story with a gentle, four-legged friend. Certified therapy dogs from Love on a Leash love listening to readers of all ages—whether you bring a favorite book from home or choose one from the library.

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 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

0-5 Years
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 special family-friendly story time where little ones can enjoy engaging tales and fun activities. 

This month's theme is welcoming the New Year. 

The words "Play Ready" on a black background. The words are formed with different items needed for sports or activities such as balls and dice.

Pop In and Play

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting/Activity Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of open play with manipulative toys, blocks and more! Let  your little ones explore, create and have fun in a playful, welcoming space. 

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.”

Finger Knitting 101

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

6-11 Years
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to loop, twist and create! In this hands-on beginner workshop, artist in residence Kia Love will teach kids the basics of finger knitting, no needles required.

Scale models of a Gundam, R2D2 and the Enterprise TOS painted pink.

National Hobby Month: Model Making

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:30am - 2:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

19+ Years, All Ages
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a scale model of your favorite ship or car from TV or from history? How about a figure model of a classic horror film character? 

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Fayetteville Technical Community College Information Table

2:00pm–5:00pm
15-18 Years, 19+ Years
East Regional Library
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Lobby (ERL)
Age Group: 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Fayetteville Technical Community College representatives will host a table to give out brochures and information on the community college, enrollment, unique offerings, classes and more! 

Hanging Out & Nerding Out: Robots Assemble

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, STEM/STEAM
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.

Celebrating the Honmoon: A KPop Demon Hunters Party!

4:00pm–6:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: 2nd Floor Commons (HQU)
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, General Program, STEM/STEAM, Story Time
Event Details:

Step into the world of KPop Demon Hunters with an unforgettable fan experience. Test your courage (and your taste buds!) in our hot-seat hot sauce trivia challenge.

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.

Quill and Ink Writing Club

2:30pm–4:00pm
19+ Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Join Quill and Ink, a community for adults of all skill levels to share their original work. Practice your writing, exchange feedback and dive into writing prompts, challenges and engaging discussions. 

Paws for Reading

4:00pm–5:00pm
6-11 Years, All Ages
West Regional Library
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program, Self-Directed Activity, Story Time
Event Details:

Build reading confidence by sharing a story with a gentle, four-legged friend. Certified therapy dogs from Love on a Leash love listening to readers of all ages—whether you bring a favorite book from home or choose one from the library.

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.

Cumberland Cooks: Chill and Cheers Mocktails

3:00pm–4:00pm
19+ Years
Hope Mills Community Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start the new year on a refreshing note with a cozy session of seasonal mocktails! We’ll mix and sip alcohol-free drinks inspired by the season and discover the perfect books to pair with your favorite flavors. 

Mini Jar of Spice Rub

3:00pm–5:00pm
19+ Years
Headquarters Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spice up your day with a delicious hands-on experience. Join us as we blend a flavorful custom spice rub using everyday herbs and spices straight from the kitchen.

Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Headquarters Library, Bordeaux Community Library, Cliffdale Regional Library, East Regional Library, Hope Mills Community Library, North Regional Library, Spring Lake Community Library, West Regional Library, Off Site, Virtual

Community Resources

10:00am–12:00pm
19+ Years, All Ages
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Computer Training Lab/Classroom Dual Use Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Cinema Bookworms

3:00pm–5:45pm
19+ Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Book Club, Culture & Entertainment, General Program
Event Details:

Welcome to Cinema Bookworms! We'll be comparing a book and its movie adaptation. Read the book on your own, then join us for the movie. Afterward, we will have a discussion comparing the two.

Community Resources

10:00am–12:00pm
19+ Years, All Ages
North Regional Library
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (NRL)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Cumberland Cooks: Instant Pot Chili

3:00pm–5:00pm
19+ Years
Headquarters Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make a warm, hearty chili in this relaxed cooking demonstration.

Fresh Start Social Hour

5:30pm–6:30pm
19+ Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, General Program
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and relaxed Fresh Start Social Hour—a welcoming space to meet new people and make connections.

Silver Screeners Movie Matinee: Musical Mania

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

Calling all teen cinephiles and casual movie lovers! Join us for Silver Screeners, a relaxed movie matinee featuring a snack and big-screen fun—no ticket price required.

Teen Volunteer Time: Animal Shelter Tasks

4:00pm–5:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Need to earn volunteer hours or learn more about giving back? Join us for a teen volunteer session focused on supporting our local animal shelter.

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.

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.

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.

Community Resources

11:00am–1:00pm
19+ Years, All Ages
Bordeaux Community Library
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Silver Screeners Movie Matinee: Musical Mania

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

Calling all teen cinephiles and casual movie lovers! Join us for Silver Screeners, a relaxed movie matinee featuring a snack and big-screen fun—no ticket price required.

LEGO Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
West Regional Library
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us to build, create and explore with LEGOs! Let your imagination lead the way as you design your own colorful constructions. 

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

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.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

4:30pm–5:30pm
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: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, General Program, Story Time
Event Details:

Put on your coziest PJs and bring a favorite stuffed animal for a magical Stuffed Animal Sleepover!

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.

Blind Date With a Book

All Day
19+ Years
Hope Mills Community Library
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

Without seeing the cover, without knowing the title, select a book based solely on a brief description. Once your date is over, share your experience with us by writing a short review. Who knows? You might just fall in love! 

Community Resources

1:00pm–3:00pm
19+ Years, All Ages
Hope Mills Community Library
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Conference Room (HPM)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.