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Crash Course in Cybersecurity (KAN)
Crash Course in Cybersecurity (KAN)
Adult – Come in and learn about different types of phishing and how to avoid falling for scams online. Presented by Cabarrus County IT department.
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7 events,
Vocabulary/Vocabulario (CON)
Vocabulary/Vocabulario (CON)
Adults - Do you want to learn more vocabulary to increase your English-speaking skills? In this class, you will determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases. Adultos - ¿Quieres aprender más vocabulario para aumentar tus habilidades de habla inglesa? En esta clase, determinará o aclarará el significado de palabras y […]
Baby Story Time (HAR)
Baby Story Time (HAR)
Family - Join us for family friendly stories and music. Maximum number of participates for this program is 48 based on room capacity. Please arrive early to secure a spot for this story time.
6 events,
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STEAM Explorers (MTP)
STEAM Explorers (MTP)
Ages 6-11 - Do you love all things science? Join us for engaging, hands-on activities exploring the fields of science, technology, and art.
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Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional* (CON)
Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional* (CON)
Adults - Join us for conversational English! Read, talk, and participate in fun activities to increase your English vocabulary and speaking skills. Adultos - ¡Únete a nosotros para hablar inglés conversacional! Lee, habla y participa en actividades divertidas para aumentar tu vocabulario y tus habilidades orales en inglés.
6 events,
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Candy Land Spectacular (HAR)
Candy Land Spectacular (HAR)
Family – Got a sweet tooth? Come join us as we read a delectable book and play a life-sized game of Candy Land. There will be other crafts and activities going on as well.
Toddler Story Time (HAR)
Toddler Story Time (HAR)
Ages walking-3 years with caregiver – Songs, stories, finger plays, and more. Maximum number of participates for this program is 48 based on room capacity. Please arrive early to secure a spot for this story time.
12 events,
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Embroidered Bookmarks (HAR)*
Embroidered Bookmarks (HAR)*
Teen – Create an embroidered heart-shaped bookmark to give as a gift to a loved one in time for Valentine's Day! Supplies and gift bags will be provided. Registration required.
Free
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Kids’ Writing Workshop (KAN)
Kids’ Writing Workshop (KAN)
Ages 7-11 - Bring out the creative writer in you with story starters, prompts, and games!
6 events,
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Mindful Movement (HAR)
Mindful Movement (HAR)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver – An energetic program of movement, mindfulness, and interactive stories.
Drop-In Tech Help with eBooks (KAN)
Drop-In Tech Help with eBooks (KAN)
Adult – Looking to get started with reading online, or have questions about your device? We’ll guide you on how to best navigate eBooks and to download the Libby mobile app to your phone or tablet. Please bring your own device.
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Pokemon Club (CON)
Pokemon Club (CON)
Ages 10-18 - Trainers of all skill levels are welcome to join and test their skills. Both Pokémon trading cards and video games are welcome. Bring your own cards or games. No registration required.
5 events,
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Roots Roundtable (CON)*
Roots Roundtable (CON)*
Learn some simple creative writing techniques to help bring your ancestors' stories to life and create your own personal legacy. Registration required.
Free
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True Crime Book Club (MID)
True Crime Book Club (MID)
Join us as we read and discuss a true crime case every month. This month, we will be reading In Cold Blood by Truman Capote. Limited copies will be available for pickup at the Midland Branch.
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DIY Bird Feeders (KAN)
DIY Bird Feeders (KAN)
Ages 13+ - Design and decorate your own bird feeders, then take them home and see who visits! Supplies will be provided and are first come, first served.
0 events,
10 events,
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Bright Star Theatre: Black History’s Groundbreaking Geniuses (MID)
Bright Star Theatre: Black History’s Groundbreaking Geniuses (MID)
All Ages - Black History is filled with amazing inventors, artists and thinkers who changed the world. Bright Star Theatre brings over a dozen of them to life in this inspiring performance you don’t want to miss!
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Craft a Heart-felt Bookmark* (KAN)
Craft a Heart-felt Bookmark* (KAN)
Ages 12-18 – Create an embroidered heart-shaped bookmark to give as a gift to a loved one in time for Valentine's Day! Supplies and gift bags will be provided, registration required.
Free
Vocabulary/Vocabulario (CON)
Vocabulary/Vocabulario (CON)
Adults - Do you want to learn more vocabulary to increase your English-speaking skills? In this class, you will determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases. Adultos - ¿Quieres aprender más vocabulario para aumentar tus habilidades de habla inglesa? En esta clase, determinará o aclarará el significado de palabras y […]
9 events,
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DIBS (Delve Into Books) (CON)
DIBS (Delve Into Books) (CON)
Adult - Join us on the first Tuesday of the month to discuss a great book! This month we will be discussing Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. See a staff member for a full listing for 2024.
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Bright Star Theatre: Black History’s Groundbreaking Geniuses (KAN)
Bright Star Theatre: Black History’s Groundbreaking Geniuses (KAN)
Family – Black History is filled with amazing inventors, artists and thinkers who changed the world. Bright Star Theatre brings over a dozen of them to life in this inspiring performance you don’t want to miss!
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League of Extraordinary Legos (HAR)
League of Extraordinary Legos (HAR)
Ages 3-12 - We’ll bring the LEGOS®, you bring your imagination! We also have DUPLO and Mega Blocks to build with as well.
10 events,
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[RESCHEDULED] Musical Story Time with Opera Carolina (MID)
[RESCHEDULED] Musical Story Time with Opera Carolina (MID)
***This program will be rescheduled for Tuesday, March 20 at 10am. We apologize for the inconvenience. Family - Reading brought to life through music! At Musical Storytime, families enjoy a fun and familiar reading of stories with live singing provided by Opera Carolina! These beloved children’s stories set to music are a perfect first […]
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Homeschool Hub for Teens (CON)
Homeschool Hub for Teens (CON)
Teens (Ages 12-18) - Join other teen homeschool students as we explore writing, arts, and sciences through interactive activities. No registration required.
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Bright Star Theatre: Black History’s Groundbreaking Geniuses (HAR)
Bright Star Theatre: Black History’s Groundbreaking Geniuses (HAR)
All Ages - Black History is filled with amazing inventors, artists and thinkers who changed the world. Bright Star Theatre brings over a dozen of them to life in this inspiring performance you don’t want to miss!
19 events,
Need Help Finding Help (CON)
Need Help Finding Help (CON)
All ages - Come and speak to a Community Health Worker about housing/rent, food, employment, transportation, child care, mental health and more. In partnership with the Cabarrus Health Alliance.
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Bright Star Theatre: Black History’s Groundbreaking Geniuses (CON)
Bright Star Theatre: Black History’s Groundbreaking Geniuses (CON)
All Ages – Black History is filled with amazing inventors, artists, and thinkers who changed the world. Bright Star Theatre brings over a dozen of them to life in this inspiring performance you don’t want to miss!
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Kid’s Corner: Love Bugs (MID)
Kid’s Corner: Love Bugs (MID)
Ages 6-11- Warning, cute critters on the loose!! This month love is contagious. Come create heart rings from pipe cleaners and your very own set of love bugs from yarn, cups, and all kinds of sparkly goodies.
6 events,
Mindful Movement (CON)
Mindful Movement (CON)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver - Join us for a fun and energetic program of movement, mindfulness, interactive stories, and music.
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Preschool Picassos (HAR)
Preschool Picassos (HAR)
Ages 3‐5 with caregiver ‐ Does your child love to make messy art? Join us for collaborative, process‐based art at the library! You WILL get messy – please wear old clothes! This is a drop in program.
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Embroidered Valentines (HAR)*
Embroidered Valentines (HAR)*
Ages 13+ - If you want to give someone a valentine this February and make it extra special, join us to create your own embroidered card! All supplies provided. Registration required.
Free
3 events,
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Book Tasting (KAN)
Book Tasting (KAN)
Ages 4-12 - There’s no limit to young imaginations when it comes to the library, so come celebrate Bring Your Kid to the Library Day with a Book Tasting! Bring your kids to experience a new and fun way of exploring genres and reading.
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Stitch & Knit: Cross-stitch 101 (CON)
Stitch & Knit: Cross-stitch 101 (CON)
All Ages (Ages 10+) Learn the basics of cross-stitch and make a simple heart design to give as a gift or keep for yourself to display! Registration required.
Free
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Fiber Arts Club (KAN)
Fiber Arts Club (KAN)
Ages 13+ - Join us at the library for our new Fiber Arts Club! Drop in, and bring your fiber art projects, yarn and tools and meet fellow artists. Please bring your own supplies; no instruction is provided.
0 events,
11 events,
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Adult Sensory Storytime (CON)
Adult Sensory Storytime (CON)
Adult - Adults with autism spectrum disorder, sensory integration issues, and other developmental disabilities and their caretakers are invited to our sensory program. Full of stories, crafts, and activities, our program will create a great opportunity to meet friends and engage in the community.
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[CANCELLED] Opera Carolina Story Time (HAR)
[CANCELLED] Opera Carolina Story Time (HAR)
***This program has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience. Family - Reading brought to life through music! At Musical Storytime, families enjoy a fun and familiar reading of stories with live singing provided by Opera Carolina! These beloved children’s stories set to music are a perfect first experience with opera for the young and […]
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Pokémon Club (HAR)
Pokémon Club (HAR)
Ages 10-14 – Trainers of all skill levels are welcome to join and test their skills. Both Pokémon trading cards and video games are welcome. Bring your own cards or games.
11 events,
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STAR LAB (HAR)
STAR LAB (HAR)
All ages – Experience a planetarium show right here in the Harrisburg Library! Shows will run from 10am to 6pm at intervals with presenter breaks. The Star Lab is courtesy of the North Carolina State Library.
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Smartphone Skills: Gmail Tips and Tricks (CON)
Smartphone Skills: Gmail Tips and Tricks (CON)
Adults - Go beyond sending and receiving with this hands-on workshop about Gmail features! This workshop will cover features like formatting emails, searching, adding a signature, and attaching files. Presented with the help of NC Works and the AARP. This is part of a recurring series.
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You Have a Pizza My Heart! (KAN)
You Have a Pizza My Heart! (KAN)
Ages 4-11 – Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved ones by grabbing a slice at the library! We’ll be making our own mini pizzas, playing some games, and making a craft together. Sponsored by the Friends of Kannapolis Library.
7 events,
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Kid Krafters (CON)
Kid Krafters (CON)
Ages 6-11 - This month is all about “hearts”! Join us as we create heart art from the symbolic all the way to the realistic. We can heart-ly wait to see you!
Toddler Story Time (HAR)
Toddler Story Time (HAR)
Ages walking-3 years with caregiver – Songs, stories, finger plays, and more. Maximum number of participates for this program is 48 based on room capacity. Please arrive early to secure a spot for this story time.
16 events,
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Teen Advisory Board (HAR)
Teen Advisory Board (HAR)
Teen - Want to make your library better? Come to a T.A.B. meeting! Share ideas, collaborate with other teens, and finish each meeting with a different activity.
5 events,
Drop-In Tech Help with eBooks (KAN)
Drop-In Tech Help with eBooks (KAN)
Adult – Looking to get started with reading online, or have questions about your device? We’ll guide you on how to best navigate eBooks and to download the Libby mobile app to your phone or tablet. Please bring your own device.
Mindful Movement (CON)
Mindful Movement (CON)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver - Join us for a fun and energetic program of movement, mindfulness, interactive stories, and music.
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Adult DIY Quilled Heart Balloons (HAR)*
Adult DIY Quilled Heart Balloons (HAR)*
Adult – Join us as we learn the basics of quilling and make a beautiful work of art! No experience needed! All supplies provided. Registration required.
Free
3 events,
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Saturday Pokémon Club (CON)
Saturday Pokémon Club (CON)
Ages 10-18 - Trainers of all skill levels are welcome to join and test their skills. Both Pokémon trading cards and video games are welcome. Bring your own cards or games. No registration required.
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Barbie Club (MTP)
Barbie Club (MTP)
Ages 4-11 - Stop by the Library Dreamhouse to use your imagination and make new friends during this drop-in Barbie playtime! Barbies and accessories are provided.
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Movies at the Library (KAN)
Movies at the Library (KAN)
Ages 12-18 – Come in and enjoy a film at Kannapolis library! We’ll watch a paranormal comedy about a teenage zombie that finds himself falling for a girl. Film is rated PG-13.
0 events,
11 events,
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Need Help Finding Help (KAN)
Need Help Finding Help (KAN)
All Ages – Come and speak to a Community Health Worker about housing/rent, food, employment, transportation, childcare, mental health and more! Drop in.
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Movies at the Library (KAN)
Movies at the Library (KAN)
All Ages – Come in and enjoy a film at Kannapolis library! We’ll watch a film based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet featuring two garden gnomes from feuding families that fall in love. Film is rated G.
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Guided Paint by Number*
Guided Paint by Number*
Ages 13+ - Anyone can paint a masterpiece when you take it step by step! We'll create a work of art inspired by a work of Frida Kahlo. No experience required! Registration required. Registration opens two weeks before the program is scheduled.
Free
11 events,
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Musical Story Time with Opera Carolina (KAN)
Musical Story Time with Opera Carolina (KAN)
Family - Reading brought to life through music! At Musical Storytime, families enjoy a fun and familiar reading of stories with live singing provided by Opera Carolina! These beloved children’s stories set to music are a perfect first experience with opera for the young and the young at heart.
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Exploration Station (HAR)
Exploration Station (HAR)
Ages 3-5— Welcome to our NEW play-based STEAM program for our junior scientists! We will have several learning stations available for our young learners to explore, and together we will learn to find science and art all around us!
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Gaming Guild: Dungeons and Dragons (CON)*
Gaming Guild: Dungeons and Dragons (CON)*
Teen (Ages 12 - 17) - Disconnect and enjoy the original role-playing game! Come to the library to slay monsters, cast spells, and snag loot in this introductory and approachable version of Dungeons and Dragons. Registration required. If the session is full, please email Katy Eudy (kmeudy@cabarruscounty.us) to get on the waitlist.
Free
8 events,
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Author Visit: Jeffrey Blount (KAN)
Author Visit: Jeffrey Blount (KAN)
Adult – Join us for this free event as Jeffrey discusses his new novel,“Mr. Jimmy from Around the Way.” This book is about failure, self-discovery, empowerment, and the possibility of redemption. This event is co-sponsored by the Friends of the Mt. Pleasant Library and the Friends of Kannapolis Library.
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After Work Family Fun (CON)
After Work Family Fun (CON)
Ages 6-11 – Join us for books, games, crafts, and a little bit of learning…all after the grown-ups get home from work! This month we will stretch our imaginations with all kinds of cardboard. Remember, it’s not JUST a box!
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Genealogy for Beginners (MID)
Genealogy for Beginners (MID)
Adult - Interested in tracing your family tree? This class offers encouragement, advice, and a chance to ask plenty of questions.
14 events,
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Minecraft IRL (KAN)
Minecraft IRL (KAN)
Ages 6-11 – We’ll bring Minecraft into our world with an in-real-life crafting table, trivia, and paper crafts.
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STEAM Explorers: Breaking Binary Code (MID)
STEAM Explorers: Breaking Binary Code (MID)
Ages 6-11 – Did you know that computers talk to each using 01000010 01101001 01101110 01100001 01110010 01111001 00100000 01100011 01101111 01100100 01100101. Come find out what all those 0’s and 1’s mean as we learn about Binary Code. We’ll even play a “bit” of a game and make a cryptic craft.
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Teen DIY Jar of Possibilities (HAR)*
Teen DIY Jar of Possibilities (HAR)*
Teen – Has the shine from the new year worn off? Do yourself a kindness and come make a completely customizable jar of possibilities! All supplies provided. Registration is required. Registration opens up 2 weeks before the program occurs.
Free
4 events,
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Black History Crafternoon (MTP)
Black History Crafternoon (MTP)
Ages 6-11 - Drop in to learn about important innovators such as Katherine Johnson & Garrett Morgan by making a craft inspired by their contributions!
Mindful Movement (CON)
Mindful Movement (CON)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver - Join us for a fun and energetic program of movement, mindfulness, interactive stories, and music.
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Advanced Directives (HAR)
Advanced Directives (HAR)
Adult - Join us for a workshop about advance directives presented by Atrium Health, that will explain how to review and complete healthcare power of attorney and living will forms. This workshop will offer free notarization of advance directive forms, as well as guidance on what to do with them once they are complete. You […]
3 events,
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Build-a-Resume* (KAN)
Build-a-Resume* (KAN)
Ages 16+ – This program will provide general advice on how to build a resume. We will walk through individual components that are found on most resumes and how to properly format a resume through a digital word document. There will be laptops provided for creating and editing these resumes. Registration required.
Free
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Teen & Adult DIY: Paper Straw Heart Wall Hanging (MID)
Teen & Adult DIY: Paper Straw Heart Wall Hanging (MID)
Ages13+ - A nostalgic craft that brings back memories of making Valentines Cards. Join us is creating a heart shaped decoration out of colorful paper straws and twine.
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Teen Steam: Magnetism (HAR)*
Teen Steam: Magnetism (HAR)*
Teen – Join us as we learn about magnetism and build our own magnetic levitating (maglev) train! All supplies provided. Registration required. Registration opens up 2 weeks before the program occurs.
Free
0 events,
9 events,
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Happy Birthday, Midland Library! (MID)
Happy Birthday, Midland Library! (MID)
Family – The Midland library is turning 5! Come and celebrate with exciting games and crafts.
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Crafters Corner (MTP)
Crafters Corner (MTP)
Adults - At Crafter’s Corner we make a new craft every month- beginners are always welcome! February’s craft will be a handmade trivet perfect for your Easter gatherings.
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Witness the Fitness: Yoga (HAR)*
Witness the Fitness: Yoga (HAR)*
Adult – Improve your strength, posture, and balance by learning simple yoga poses. We will use a combination of mat, standing, and seated (chair) poses. Registration required. Registration opens up 2 weeks before the program occurs.
Free
11 events,
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Fine Art Makers (HAR)*
Fine Art Makers (HAR)*
Ages 6-15 - Love art? Want to learn about the techniques of the masters AND get to create your own work of art? Come and join the FAM where we will explore a different fine artist each month! Registration required. Registration opens up 2 weeks before the program occurs.
Free
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Kindness Counts (MID)
Kindness Counts (MID)
Family – Come learn the power of kindness. We will read Each Kindness by: Jacqueline Woodson and do a couple of kindness related crafts including making a branch wide kindness quilt!
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Fine Art Makers (HAR)*
Fine Art Makers (HAR)*
Ages 6-15 - Love art? Want to learn about the techniques of the masters AND get to create your own work of art? Come and join the FAM where we will explore a different fine artist each month! Registration required. Registration opens up 2 weeks before the program occurs.
Free
10 events,
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Murder & Mayhem Book Club (MTP)
Murder & Mayhem Book Club (MTP)
Adult – Join us as we discuss At Loggerheads by Kristen Ness, who will be joining us for this special event.
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Musical Story Time with Opera Carolina (CON)
Musical Story Time with Opera Carolina (CON)
Family - Reading brought to life through music! At Musical Storytime, families enjoy a fun and familiar reading of stories with live singing provided by Opera Carolina! These beloved children’s stories set to music are a perfect first experience with opera for the young and the young at heart.
Need Help Finding Help (CON)
Need Help Finding Help (CON)
All ages - Come and speak to a Community Health Worker about housing/rent, food, employment, transportation, child care, mental health and more. In partnership with the Cabarrus Health Alliance.
14 events,
Baby Story Time (HAR)
Baby Story Time (HAR)
Family - Join us for family friendly stories and music. Maximum number of participates for this program is 48 based on room capacity. Please arrive early to secure a spot for this story time.
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Toddler Story Time (KAN)
Toddler Story Time (KAN)
Ages Walking-3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
4 events,
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Mindful Movement (HAR)
Mindful Movement (HAR)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver – An energetic program of movement, mindfulness, and interactive stories.
Mindful Movement (CON)
Mindful Movement (CON)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver - Join us for a fun and energetic program of movement, mindfulness, interactive stories, and music.
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STEAM Explorers (KAN)
STEAM Explorers (KAN)
Ages 6-11 – Do you love all things SCIENCE? Join us for engaging, hands-on activities exploring the fields of science, technology and art.
5 events,
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Roots Roundtable (CON)*
Roots Roundtable (CON)*
Join us for a RootsTech watch party as we view and discuss sessions from the annual family history conference. Registration is required.
Free
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Mario Bingo (HAR)
Mario Bingo (HAR)
Family – Play bingo with all your favorite Mario characters. Lucky winners will go home with a prize!
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True Crime Book Club (MID)
True Crime Book Club (MID)
Join us as we read and discuss a true crime case every month. This month, we will be reading The Blood of Emmett Till by Timothy B. Tyson. Limited copies will be available for pickup at the Midland Branch.