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Cumberland Cooks: PEEPS S’mores and Campfire Games

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

6-11 Years
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (WRL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gather around our indoor campfire for a sweet and silly adventure made just for kids.

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

Pokémon Club

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEM

Age Group:

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

Get ready to catch ’em all at our official Pokémon Club! Players ages 6–14 will learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building reading, math and social skills.

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Talking Tech: Buying a Plane Ticket

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library

Program Type:

Digital Literacy

Age Group:

19+ Years
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Digital Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you want to travel more but find yourself intimidated by the idea of purchasing your plane tickets? Not sure of the difference between a carry-on and a checked bag? Confused on where to go to compare prices?

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The Great LEGO Splash Test

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Time Area (HQU) at Headquarters Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities, STEM

Age Group:

6-11 Years
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Story Time Area (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM
Event Details:

It’s a fun, hands-on challenge packed with creativity, teamwork and STEM thinking! Ready to put your engineering skills to the test?

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

Teens Draw: Cats

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (NRL) at North Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Exchange drawing tips, tricks and techniques, develop your own unique artistic style and showcase your art in a safe and supportive environment. This month, we're drawing sleek and beautiful cats.

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Cumberland Cooks: Taco Seasoning Blend

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (CLF) at Cliffdale Regional Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

19+ Years
Library Branch: Cliffdale Regional Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (CLF)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own custom Taco Seasoning Blend and learn how to mix and measure like a pro. In this flavorful workshop, we’ll explore how simple pantry spices come together to create bold, balanced flavor.

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The Great Library Egg Hunt

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
East Regional Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Age Group: 0-5 Years, 6-11 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Hop on over to the library for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt. Children will search designated areas of the library to find colorful eggs filled with surprises and springtime cheer.

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

LEGO Construction Challenge

Friday, April 10, 2026 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
Library Branch: Spring Lake Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (SPL)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Do you relish the click of a brick? Put your creativity to the test in this fast-paced building challenge! You will receive a surprise prompt and a limited amount of time to design your best improvised build.

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, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting/Activity Room (BOR) at Bordeaux Community Library

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

0-5 Years
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
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 friends in the pond.

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Creative Kids Weaving Studio

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting/Activity Room (WRL) at West Regional Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Welcome to a hands-on, imagination‑powered weaving adventure designed just for kids. Guided by Artist in Residence Kia Love, you will learn the basics of weaving through playful exploration, colorful materials and age‑friendly tools.

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10 am

Nature Tales: Forest Friends

10:00am–11:00am
0-5 Years
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

A FREE, preschool story and nature time presented at Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Blvd., Fayetteville. Ages 2-6 are welcome!

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.

Nature Tales: Forest Friends

10:00am–11:00am
0-5 Years
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

A FREE, preschool story and nature time presented at Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Blvd., Fayetteville. Ages 2-6 are welcome!

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 Free Play

10:30am–11:30am
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM
Event Details:

Build and create with LEGO bricks! You can work on their own or team up with friends to bring their ideas to life, exploring creativity, problem-solving and teamwork in a fun, hands-on environment.

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

Nature Tales: Forest Friends

11:00am–11:45am
0-5 Years
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

A FREE, preschool story and nature time presented at Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Blvd., Fayetteville. Ages 2-6 are welcome!

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.

Community Resources

11:00am–1:00pm
19+ Years, All Ages
Bordeaux Community Library
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 19+ Years, All Ages
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Our Community Navigator links customers to needed resources and information.

Nature Tales: Forest Friends

11:00am–11:45am
0-5 Years
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

A FREE, preschool story and nature time presented at Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Blvd., Fayetteville. Ages 2-6 are welcome!

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.

Latch and Loop: Make Your Own Scrap Rug

11:00am–1:00pm
19+ Years
Headquarters Library
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Pate Room (HQU)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Kia Love, Artist in Residence, for a beginner-friendly class where adults learn the latch hook method to knot soft fabric strips into a gridded base, creating a rhythmic and relaxing crafting experience that results in a professional-looking

12 pm

Foster Licensing

12:00pm–2:00pm
19+ Years
Bordeaux Community Library
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: General Program
Event Details:

Not perfect, just willing. Consider becoming a foster parent ... it's easier than you may expect. Provide a home for now; create connections for a lifetime.
1 pm

Homeschool STEMagination: Rot and Roll with Compost

1:00pm–2:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Children's Area (HQU)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Welcome to the Worm Workshop—where trash transforms into treasure! Get your hands dirty as you explore the fascinating world of composting and learn how everyday waste can be turned into rich, healthy soil.

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.

Clark Park Nature Story Time

1:00pm–1:30pm
0-5 Years
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 0-5 Years
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

A FREE preschool nature story and craft time presented at Clark Park Nature Center at 631 Sherman Drive, Fayetteville. This month's theme is Beavers.

For more information about this program, please call 910-433-1579.

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
3 pm

Spinning Tales – Crochet and Other Fiber Arts

3:30pm–5:00pm
6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Bordeaux Community Library
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 6-11 Years, 12-14 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pick up a hook or loom and watch your creations grow loop by loop, stitch by stitch. This is a hands-on workshop introducing basic skills in the art of crochet and 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.

Analyzing Data with Excel

3:00pm–4:30pm
19+ Years
Bordeaux Community Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bordeaux Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (BOR)
Age Group: 19+ Years
Program Type: Digital Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library's Digital Navigators to learn ways to analyze your data in Microsoft Excel. Learn to sort, filter, use conditional formatting and more.

Laptops will be provided for use during this session.

LEGO Creations

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

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building adventure!  Create, design and experiment as you bring your ideas to life in a relaxed, hands-on environment.

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

Cozy Crochet for Teens

4:00pm–5:00pm
12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Hope Mills Community Library
Library Branch: Hope Mills Community Library
Room: Meeting/Activity Room (HPM)
Age Group: 12-14 Years, 15-18 Years
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Hang out with us for an hour of cozy crocheting fun. Whether you're just starting out and need a hand with the basics, or you're a crochet pro ready to show off your skills and share tips, we’ve got a spot just for you.

Paws for Reading

4:00pm–5:00pm
6-11 Years, All Ages
Headquarters Library
Library Branch: Headquarters Library
Room: Children's Area (HQU)
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.