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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!

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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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Closed for Veteran's Day

11/10/2025 @ 6:00pm–11/11/2025 @ 7:00pm
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10 am

Sesame Street Celebration

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

Join us in celebrating Sesame Street’s 55th anniversary with crafts, songs, stories and more! 

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.

Rockstar Magic

10:00am–11:00am
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages
North Regional Library
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Library Branch: North Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (NRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Experience the impossible with Rockstar Magic! Enjoy mind-blowing illusions, hilarious moments and amazing mind-reading from Chris and Neal—entertaining families for over 15 years. Don’t miss this unforgettable show. 

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.

Retro Rewind

10:00am–11:00am
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: General Program
Event Details:

Step back in time and relive the magic of Saturday mornings with Retro Rewind at the library! Join us for a cozy, nostalgic morning filled with classic cartoons, sugary treats and good vibes. 

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.

Rockstar Magic

10:00am–11:00am
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages
East Regional Library
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Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (ERL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Experience the impossible with Rockstar Magic! Enjoy mind-blowing illusions, hilarious moments and amazing mind-reading from Chris and Neal—entertaining families for over 15 years. Don’t miss this unforgettable show. 

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.
11 am

Homeschool Encore - STEAM & Stories: Fossils and Impressions

11:00am–12:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Bordeaux Community Library
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Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Discover the world of dinosaurs through exciting middle grade fiction. Then, get creative as you make your own fossil impressions and carvings using air-dry clay. 

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.
12 pm

Story Time Take and Make Craft

12:00pm–7:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Spring Lake Community Library
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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 November 12 to November 17 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.
1 pm
2 pm

Rockstar Magic

2:00pm–3:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages
Hope Mills Community Library
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Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Experience the impossible with Rockstar Magic! Enjoy mind-blowing illusions, hilarious moments and amazing mind-reading from Chris and Neal—entertaining families for over 15 years. Don’t miss this unforgettable show. 

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

Spinning Tales – Crochet and Other Fiber Arts

3:30pm–5:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Bordeaux Community Library
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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. 

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.

LEGO Creations

3:30pm–4:30pm
6-11 Years
Headquarters Library
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Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time Area (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us as we get creative with LEGOs! 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1361. 

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.

Money Muse (Pet Cents)

3:30pm–4:30pm
6-11 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
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Details:

Play the game Pet Cents to learn how to save, spend, share and budget. In this game, players will adopt a pet and take on the financial responsibilities of pet ownership as they visit various stations around the room.

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

Creative Critters: Jingle Jingle DIY Ornaments

4:00pm–5:00pm
6-11 Years
Cliffdale Regional Library
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome Creative Critters! We are delighted to invite you on a monthly exploration of various crafting projects. Each month we will create something different that will allow you to dive into your creative 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.

Crafternoon Time: Thanksgiving Turkey Pots

4:15pm–5:30pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Spring Lake Community Library
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us and make your very own flower pot turkey decoration in time for Thanksgiving! 

Registration is required by calling 910-483-7727, ext. 1459 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.

Rockstar Magic

4:00pm–5:00pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages
Headquarters Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate Room (HQU)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Experience the impossible with Rockstar Magic! Enjoy mind-blowing illusions, hilarious moments and amazing mind-reading from Chris and Neal—entertaining families for over 15 years. Don’t miss this unforgettable show. 

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.

Woodland Animal Sewing Craft

4:00pm–5:00pm
6-11 Years
West Regional Library
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come sew a felt woodland animal. 

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.
5 pm

Evening Family Story Time: Kindness

5:00pm–5:45pm
0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Headquarters Library
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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.