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Three small decorative wire trees are displayed against a light background. Each tree has a twisted silver wire trunk and branches with round beads resembling leaves. The tree on the left has brown and tan beads and sits on a light-colored stone base. The tree on the right has dark blue and black beads and rests on a similar light stone base. In the center foreground is a smaller tree with light blue and black beads, mounted on a smooth, dark stone base.

Fun Friday for Teens: Beaded Bonsai Trees

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space (ERL) at East Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

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
Event Details:

Make mini-bonsai trees out of wire, beads and gemstones. 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. 

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.

Switch Showdown: Smash Bros. Ultimate

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

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: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to be the Smash Bros. champion? Pick your best fighter and compete in Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch or cheer on your friends. 

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.”

Sew Personal: Embroider Your Own Keepsake

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (SPL) at Spring Lake Community Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM

Age Group:

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

Discover the timeless art of embroidery in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners and curious creatives. Artist in residence, Kia Love, will teach foundational stitches and techniques as you craft a small, personalized piece of fiber art.

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

Hearts and Crafts: Diamond Art

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, General Program

Age Group:

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

Add a little sparkle to your day with Hearts and Crafts: Diamond Dot Painting!

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

Framed With Love

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, All Ages
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Show your loved one you care by creating a custom picture frame as a gift. Paint, draw and bedazzle with provided supplies until you have the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day. All you’ll need to add is the perfect picture. 

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

Art 4 All: Valentine's Day Cards Past and Present

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEM

Age Group:

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

Everyone can share the love with handmade cards. Explore the history of Valentine's Day cards and make a recycled card of your own! 

For more information about this program, please call 910-483-7727, ext. 1381. 

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

Hearts and Crafts: Family Card-Making Fun

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (HPM) at Hope Mills Community Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEM

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: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with creativity and love at the library! Everyone is invited to join us for a hands-on card-making workshop where kids and adults can craft heartfelt Valentine’s cards together.

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Let's Dough It! Stop and Smell the Roses

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Sensory Program, STEM

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, Sensory Program, STEM
Event Details:

Follow your nose towards the scents of rose and eucalyptus. Then roll up your sleeves and ready your imaginations as we create beautiful rose bouquets from playdough! 

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

Sew What?: Teen Sewing Experiments

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Story Time Room (ERL) at East Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEM

Age Group:

12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Story Time Room (ERL)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
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 a pen-pocket bookmark, perfect for your notebook or binder. 

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

Cards That Care

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, All Ages
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Decorate a heartfelt card, then let the words flow as you write a special message for a friend, a loved one—or even your future self. Add your personal touch and create something meaningful to cherish or share. 

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Thomas Day: Antebellum Craftsman

11:00am–12:00pm
19+ Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Local & State History Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Genealogy/Local History
Event Details:

Did you know that one of the finest craftsmen in antebellum North Carolina was a free African American?