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Movie poster for "Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas." It features a large close-up of the Grinch’s green, furry face wearing a red Santa hat trimmed with white fur. His expression is mischievous and slightly surprised. Below him is a snowy mountain with a village lit up at the base, representing Whoville, surrounded by dark trees under a night sky.

Silver Screeners Movie Matinee: Grinchmas Edition

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

Culture & Entertainment, General Program

Age Group:

12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Teen Space (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
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. All movie goers are welcome to get into the holiday with Dr.

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.

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.”

Main Character Energy: DIY Patch-Making

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (ERL) at East Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn your main-character energy into a custom patch. In this workshop, artist in residence Kia Love, will help you design a fabric “self-portrait” patch that shows off your passions, values or future dreams.

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

Crafty Corner: Frosted Luminaries

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

19+ Years
Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we make frosted luminaries for the winter season! Add a touch of winter décor to your space or gift your luminary to someone special for the holidays. 

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.

Holiday Family Bingo

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

19+ Years, All Ages
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit with a fun hour of bingo. Small prizes will be available. All ages welcome, but children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian of at least 18 years of age. 

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: Homeschool Program - Christmas

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (ERL) at East Regional Library

Program Type:

Culture & Entertainment

Age Group:

6-11 Years
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Culture & Entertainment
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with a cozy afternoon of cookie baking and decorating while watching The Grinch (PG; 2018). Enjoy hands-on kitchen fun, festive treats and a favorite holiday movie. 

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

Innovative Art: Winter Wonderland Painting

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create shimmering winter art using tin foil and a simple painting technique. Kids ages 2–11 can make a snowman, snowflake or both as they experiment with texture, color and creativity. A fun way to welcome the winter season! 

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

LEGO Art: Printing Workshop

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to combine creativity and construction in this one-of-a-kind art and design experience!

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: Holiday Cookie Decoration

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pate Room (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

General Program

Age Group:

19+ Years
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Decorate a festive holiday cookie to enjoy yourself or share with someone special. All materials are provided, and no baking experience is needed—just bring your creativity and a little seasonal cheer. 

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9 am

Teen Activity Connection

9:00am–6:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
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Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Teen Space (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

We need teens to tell us what they want to do at the library! Brainstorm and socialize as you write about fun activities and events that you'd like to see at the library on our reserved white board tables. 
10 am
11 am
12 pm
1 pm

Homeschool Zoology: Meerkats

1:00pm–2:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
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Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Don’t miss out on this exciting program all about meerkats! Learn more about their habitats, diets and social behavior. Make some cool meerkat-themed artwork to take home, and collect a meerkat charm to add to your collection. 

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.
2 pm
Closing

Closed Due to Power Outage

2:30pm–6:00pm
West Regional Library
Branches:
West Regional Library

Fun Friday for Teens: DIY Bookmarks

2:45pm–5:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
East Regional Library
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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
Event Details:

Make your own creative and colorful bookmarks from recycled playing cards. Hang out with friends and enjoy the end of your week. Happy Friday! 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1403. 

Get Creative with LEGOs

2:00pm–4:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Spring Lake Community Library
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Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, Self-Directed Activity
Event Details:

This program is a LEGO free play. Bring the whole family. We will have LEGOs, MEGA BLOCKS and DUPLOs so everyone can play. 

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.
3 pm

Dungeons and Dragons: One-Shot

3:00pm–5:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
Closed
Registration Required
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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. 

Teen Scene Artistry: Clay Creations

3:00pm–4:30pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
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Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Teen Space (HQU)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get ready to turn simple clay into colorful creations! We’ll paint terra cotta pots and transform them into one-of-a-kind works of art. Whether you’re a budding artist or just love to craft, this relaxing activity is perfect for all ages.

Bingo-Rama: Thankful Table

3:00pm–4:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Headquarters Library
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Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Children's Area (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Are you feeling lucky? Join us for Bingo-Rama to test your luck and prepare to battle it out with friends & family! Whether you’re a bingo fan or just love a good challenge, this event is perfect for 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.
4 pm

Dungeons & Dragons: Group A

4:00pm–6:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
West Regional Library
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Teen 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. 

Hanging Out & Nerding Out: It's Game Time

4:00pm–5:30pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Closed
Registration Required
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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 make.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm–4:45pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all heroes, mages, wanderers, scoundrels and goblins! Join the party and play Dungeons and Dragons using the 2024 rules. 

Registration is required by calling 910-483-7727, ext. 1425.

Teen Silent Book Club

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

Bring your own book to enjoy silent reading time with other teens while enjoying a snack. We will start each club off with some conversation. 

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

Crafting Cuisines Cooking Club: Parmesan Crusted Chicken

4:00pm–6:00pm
15-18 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Closed
Registration Required
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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.

LEGO Legends League

4:30pm–6:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
North Regional Library
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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.

Paint Your Own Bookmark

4:00pm–5:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
West Regional Library
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Add a personal touch to your reading with a hand-painted wooden bookmark. Join us for a fun, creative session where you’ll design, decorate and take home your own unique bookmark. All supplies are provided—just bring your imagination! 

CommuniTeens: Volunteer Session

4:00pm–5:30pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Bordeaux Community Library
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Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Needing some volunteer hours? This program is set up so that you can get some of those hours and have fun connecting with other teens who enjoy helping the community.