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Robotics Free Play

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library

Program Type:

Maker, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

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Library Branch: North Regional Library

Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)

Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years

Program Type: Maker, STEM/STEAM

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Robotics Free Play is an open-ended exploration activity designed to help learners discover how robotic Cubelets work through hands-on experimentation.

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

Fun Friday for Teens: Froebel Stars

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 2:45pm - 5:00pm

Teen Space (ERL) at East Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

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Library Branch: East Regional Library

Room: Teen Space (ERL)

Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Learn how to make traditional German Froebel stars using brightly colored paper strips. With just a few folds and twists, you’ll create an intricate, eye-catching ornament to display or share.

Frozen Slime

Friday, December 19, 2025 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, 15-18 Years

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Library Branch: West Regional Library

Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)

Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Explore the science of slime as we make a wintery version that mimics shimmering icicles. This hands-on activity blends creativity and chemistry for a fun seasonal experiment.

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.”

Fit Check: Customize Your Clothes

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Pate Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

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Library Branch: Headquarters Library

Room: Pate Room (HQU)

Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM

Registration Required

Event Details:

Bring a hoodie, canvas bag or any piece of clothing and turn it into your personal story.

Cozy Crafternoon

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, General Program

Age Group:

6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years

Open

Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library

Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)

Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Program

Registration Required

Event Details:

Sip hot chocolate and gather around a cozy virtual fire as you create a variety of winter-themed crafts. Families can also enjoy a selection of seasonal storybooks to read together during this relaxed, festive evening.

Red, yellow, blue, green and black LEGO bricks in a pile.

Get Creative with LEGOs

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:45am

Meeting/Activity Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity

Age Group:

0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

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Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library

Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)

Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years

Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity

Event Details:

Bring the whole family for a relaxed, creative play session with LEGOs, MEGA BLOKS and DUPLOs—perfect for builders of all ages. Take a holiday break, unwind together and create something fun with blocks of every size.

Homeschool STEM: Cryptic Codes

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

6-11 Years

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Library Branch: North Regional Library

Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)

Age Group: 6-11 Years

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM

Event Details:

Dive into the science of secret messages! Learn how to make—and break—codes using the basics of cryptography. Experiment with ciphers, create your own encrypted notes and uncover the hidden logic behind classic codebreaking.

Movie poster for Disney’s "The Santa Clause." Centered on the poster is a full-body image of an adult man wearing a tight, bright-red one-piece outfit that resembles long underwear. He also wears red-and-white striped socks and a Santa hat. His expression looks surprised or bewildered. A young boy stands behind him, hugging him around the waist with a cheerful smile. Small sparkling lights surround the man’s midsection, suggesting a magical transformation.

Winter Wonderland Movie Series: The Santa Clause

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Teen Room (WRL) at West Regional Library

Program Type:

Culture & Entertainment

Age Group:

0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages

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Library Branch: West Regional Library

Room: Teen Room (WRL)

Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years, All Ages

Program Type: Culture & Entertainment

Event Details:

Settle in for a cozy winter movie afternoon every Monday at 4 p.m. Enjoy popcorn while we watch a different seasonal favorite each week. This week’s feature is The Santa Clause (PG; 1994).

A child with a looking glass in a hot air balloon, a girl in a wheelchair reading a book on top of two large books and a boy with a backpack pointing to planets in the sky standing on a rocky cliff.

Christmas Celebration Story Time

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

0-5 Years

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Library Branch: West Regional Library

Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)

Age Group: 0-5 Years

Program Type: Story Time

Event Details:

Celebrate the season with joyful stories, cheerful songs and a festive craft perfect for little ones and their families.

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1481.

Poster for“Die Hard” featuring a dramatic nighttime city background with many lights. In the center is a tall skyscraper with two connected towers. The building is shown exploding with bright flames and smoke erupting from the top. A helicopter hovers nearby. On the right side of the poster is a large close-up of a man's face, filling nearly half of the image. He appears tense and alert, his mouth slightly open and eyes looking intensely toward the left, suggesting danger or urgency.

Monday Matinee at Maiden Lane

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Pate Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

Culture & Entertainment

Age Group:

19+ Years

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Library Branch: Headquarters Library

Room: Pate Room (HQU)

Age Group: 19+ Years

Program Type: Culture & Entertainment

Event Details:

Holiday hostages, sharp one-liners and explosive action—Die Hard (R; 1988) delivers all the thrills that made it a beloved Christmas cult classic.

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All Day	Closing Closed for Labor Day All Day All Branches 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	This event is in the "0-5 Years" group This event is in the "6-11 Years" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Back to School Scavenger Hunt All Day 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages West Regional Library This event is in the "0-5 Years" group This event is in the "6-11 Years" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: West Regional Library Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity Event Details: It's back to school time, which means we need to gather some school supplies. Find all eight items hidden in our Children's Area and then return to the desk to get a prize. 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 Back-to-School Scavenger Hunt All Day 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years Hope Mills Community Library This event is in the "0-5 Years" group This event is in the "6-11 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity Event Details: Find all 6 of the school supplies you may need for a super fun school year that are hidden in the children's area of the library and earn a special sticker prize! This program will run throughout the month of September. 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 "All Ages" group Hectic Hats Scavenger Hunt All Day 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages Headquarters Library This event is in the "0-5 Years" group This event is in the "6-11 Years" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Headquarters Library Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity Event Details: Harry Hattman, owner of the Happy Haberdashery, needs your help! A harsh wind carried off all of his hats, helter skelter. Please find all 12 hats, mark them off and return to the desk for a small prize. 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 Leaves Scavenger Hunt All Day 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years East Regional Library This event is in the "0-5 Years" group This event is in the "6-11 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Regional Library Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity Event Details: This month we have different color fall leaves hiding in the library. Can you help find all six leaves hidden in our children's area and receive a prize? 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 Pirate Scavenger Hunt All Day 6-11 Years North Regional Library This event is in the "6-11 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Regional Library Age Group: 6-11 Years Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity Event Details: Pick up a scavenger hunt sheet at the children's services desk, find all seven pirate items in the children's area and return the sheet for a free sticker. This program runs September 2-30, 2025. 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 Scavenger Hunt: Find the Tigers All Day 6-11 Years Bordeaux Community Library This event is in the "6-11 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library Room: Story Time Area (BOR) Age Group: 6-11 Years Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity Event Details: Several tigers have been hidden around the children's area. How many can you find? This self-directed scavenger hunt runs through September. For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1381. 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 Signs of September Scavenger Hunt All Day 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years Spring Lake Community Library This event is in the "0-5 Years" group This event is in the "6-11 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity Event Details: It's time to go to school and to welcome fall! Pick up your paper at the youth services desk and find 8 different pictures related to this time of year. This program runs September 2 - September 30. 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 Zoo Animal Scavenger Hunt All Day 6-11 Years Cliffdale Regional Library This event is in the "6-11 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library Age Group: 6-11 Years Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity Event Details: We're going on a zoo hunt. We're going to find animals. We're not scared because there's a prize if you find all the animals hiding in the children's area of 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.
9 am					This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Playdates at the Library 9:00am–10:00am 0-5 Years West Regional Library This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: West Regional Library Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) Age Group: 0-5 Years Program Type: Games & Activities, Sensory Program Event Details: Enjoy a free play with a variety of toys and sensory materials. Ages 0 to 4 years old. 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.
10 am					This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Creative Clay Crew 10:00am–11:00am 0-5 Years East Regional Library This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Regional Library Room: Story Time Room (ERL) Age Group: 0-5 Years Program Type: Games & Activities, Sensory Program Event Details: Get ready for multi-sensory experiences with our twice 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. 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.
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12 pm				This event is in the "19+ Years" group Beginners' Bridge: the Basics 12:30pm–1:30pm 19+ Years North Regional Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "19+ Years" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Regional Library Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) Age Group: 19+ Years Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities Registration Required Event Details: Want to learn bridge? Join us for Beginners’ Bridge: the Basics. Afterwards, practice what you've learned with fellow players. Registration is required by calling 910-483-7727, ext. 1436 or registering online.
1 pm				This event is in the "19+ Years" group Beginners' Bridge: Beyond Basics 1:30pm–4:00pm 19+ Years North Regional Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "19+ Years" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Regional Library Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) Age Group: 19+ Years Program Type: Culture & Entertainment, Games & Activities Registration Required Event Details: Bridge is fun! Want to improve your game? Beginners’ Bridge: Beyond Basics teaches popular bridge conventions and provides an opportunity for you to improve your skills through play with fellow participants.
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3 pm		This event is in the "19+ Years" group Chess Club 3:00pm–5:00pm 19+ Years Cliffdale Regional Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "19+ Years" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) Age Group: 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. Registration is required by calling 910-483-7727, ext. 1383 or registering online.
4 pm		This event is in the "12-14 Years" group This event is in the "15-18 Years" group Dungeons & Dragons: Group A 4:00pm–6:00pm 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years West Regional Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 Years" group This event is in the "15-18 Years" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 starting a new campaign this month. All levels of experience are welcome.	This event is in the "0-5 Years" group This event is in the "6-11 Years" group LEGO Free Play 4:00pm–5:00pm 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years North Regional Library This event is in the "0-5 Years" group This event is in the "6-11 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Regional Library Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity Event Details: Build and play with LEGOs, Magna-tiles and DUPLOs. For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1450. 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: It's Game Time 4:00pm–5:30pm 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years Cliffdale Regional Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "12-14 Years" group This event is in the "15-18 Years" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years Program Type: Games & Activities, 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.	This event is in the "6-11 Years" group This event is in the "12-14 Years" group Back to Hogwarts Day 4:00pm–5:00pm 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years West Regional Library Closed Registration Required This event is in the "6-11 Years" group This event is in the "12-14 Years" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: West Regional Library Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate Back to Hogwarts Day with Harry Potter themed activities! 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. 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 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Regional Library Room: Meeting/Activity 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.

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