National Good Neighbor Day Food Drive (All Branches)
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Pkwy, Harrisburg +5 moreBaby Story Time (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisToddler Storytime (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantToddler Story Time (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisCrafter’s Corner- Spooky Frames
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantFall into Autumn Crafts! (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisNational Good Neighbor Day Food Drive (All Branches)
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Pkwy, Harrisburg +5 moreToddler Story Time (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisPreschool Story Time (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisSeed Bead Daisy Earrings (MTP)*
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantOne More Story! (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisNational Good Neighbor Day Food Drive (All Branches)
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Pkwy, Harrisburg +5 morePreschool Story Time (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisFairy Tale Ball (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantFood for Thought (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisChallenge & Chat Book Club
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantNational Good Neighbor Day Food Drive (All Branches)
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Pkwy, Harrisburg +5 morePreschool Storytime (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantPreschool Story Time: If You Give a Mouse a Craft (KAN)
Kannapolis Library 850 Mountain St, KannapolisHomeschool Hub (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisTeen Homeschool Hub (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisScreenwriting Squad (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisNational Good Neighbor Day Food Drive (All Branches)
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Pkwy, Harrisburg +5 moreJournaling Juggernauts (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantNational Good Neighbor Day Food Drive (All Branches)
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Pkwy, Harrisburg +5 moreRocking Back to School Chess Tournament – Elementary Division* (HAR)
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Pkwy, HarrisburgMagic: The Gathering Commander Club (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisRocking Back to School Chess Tournament – Middle School Division* (HAR)
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Pkwy, HarrisburgRocking Back to School Chess Tournament – High School Division* (HAR)
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Pkwy, HarrisburgHow to Train Your Dragon: Library Edition (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisWeek of Events
National Good Neighbor Day Food Drive (All Branches)
National Good Neighbor Day Food Drive (All Branches)
Join us in making a meaningful impact by donating non-perishable food items to help our neighbors in need. Every item collected will go directly to a local organization within our communities. Let’s show what being a good neighbor truly means, one can at a time!
Sunday, September 21, 2025
No events on this day.
Monday, September 22, 2025
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September 22, 2025 -Baby Time (HAR)
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September 22, 2025 -Baby Story Time (AFT)
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September 22, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (HAR)
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September 22, 2025 -Toddler Storytime (MTP)
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September 22, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
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September 22, 2025 -Family Story Time (KAN)
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September 22, 2025 -Crafter’s Corner- Spooky Frames
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September 22, 2025 -Manga Club (CON)
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September 22, 2025 -Fall into Autumn Crafts! (AFT)
Baby Time (HAR)
Ages 0-walking with caregiver – Join us for songs, stories, and fingerplays. No registration.
Toddler Story Time (HAR)
Ages Walking – 3 yrs. with a caregiver - Join us for songs, stories and music. No registration.
Toddler Storytime (MTP)
Ages Walking-3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Toddler Story Time (AFT)
Ages Walking-3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Family Story Time (KAN)
Family – Stories, songs, and movement for children and families of all ages.
Crafter’s Corner- Spooky Frames
Come join us to make spooky decorative frames with Halloween-themed candy, buttons, and googly eyes! No registration needed.
Manga Club (CON)
Teens (Ages 13-18) – Calling all manga fans! Join us to read and learn about manga, talk about your favorites, and participate in manga-related activities. No registration.
Fall into Autumn Crafts! (AFT)
Family– Ready for Fall? Come join us for some arts and crafts and other activities themed around the Fall! No registration.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
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September 23, 2025 -Baby Story Time (CON)
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September 23, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
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September 23, 2025 -Baby Story Time (KAN)
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September 23, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
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September 23, 2025 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
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September 23, 2025 -Sounds and Stories (KAN)
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September 23, 2025 -STEAM Explorers (CON)
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September 23, 2025 -Fall Into Adult Coloring: Finish What You Started! (CON)
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September 23, 2025 -Homeschool Hub (HAR)
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September 23, 2025 -STEAM Explorers (CON)
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September 23, 2025 -Seed Bead Daisy Earrings (MTP)*
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September 23, 2025 -One More Story! (AFT)
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September 23, 2025 -Crochet Granny Squares (KAN)
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September 23, 2025 -Veterans Book Club (HAR)
Baby Story Time (CON)
Ages 0-walking, with caregiver. Songs, stories, and finger plays. No registration.
Toddler Story Time (AFT)
Ages Walking-3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Toddler Story Time (CON)
Ages walking-3 years with caregiver. Stories, songs, finger plays, and more. No registration.
Sounds and Stories (KAN)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver – Where music and reading come together! This story time introduces basic musical concepts through sounds, stories, instruments and more!
STEAM Explorers (CON)
Ages 6-11 - Do you love all things SCIENCE? Join us for engaging hands-on activities exploring the fields of science, technology, and art. No registration.
Fall Into Adult Coloring: Finish What You Started! (CON)
Adult - Didn’t get a chance to finish the collaborative coloring project in July? Now’s your chance to finish it in the Fall or join in if you want to chill and color! No registration.
Homeschool Hub (HAR)
Ages 6-11-- Join other homeschool students as we explore stories, arts, and sciences through interactive activities and have the opportunity to connect with other families. No registration.
STEAM Explorers (CON)
Ages 6-11. Do you love all things SCIENCE? Join us for engaging hands-on activities exploring the fields of science, technology, and art. No registration.
Seed Bead Daisy Earrings (MTP)*
Need some new earrings? Join us as we create daisy earrings using seed beads. Registration required.
One More Story! (AFT)
Family- Join us for an evening story time with songs, play, and just one more story for your little one! No registration.
Crochet Granny Squares (KAN)
Ages 13+ - Come learn the basics of crochet while we make a granny square! Supplies limited, no registration.
Veterans Book Club (HAR)
Ages 17+ – Join our monthly Veterans Book Club meetup! Focus will be on topics important to veterans, but book selection will be decided by the majority of those who come to the monthly meetings. Veterans and their significant others, caregivers, aspiring poolees, and all others interested are encouraged to attend. No registration required.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
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September 24, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
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September 24, 2025 -Preschool Story Time (CON)
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September 24, 2025 -Preschool Story Time (MID)
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September 24, 2025 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
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September 24, 2025 -Beyond the Wardrobe Tween Book Club (CON)
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September 24, 2025 -Fairy Tale Ball (MTP)
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September 24, 2025 -Food for Thought (AFT)
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September 24, 2025 -Who Dunnit? (KAN)
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September 24, 2025 -Challenge & Chat Book Club
Toddler Story Time (CON)
Ages walking-3 years with caregiver. Stories, songs, finger plays, and more. No registration.
Preschool Story Time (CON)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Stories, songs, finger plays, and more. No registration.
Preschool Story Time (MID)
Ages 3-5 years with caregiver. Stories, songs, finger play, movement, and more! No registration required.
Beyond the Wardrobe Tween Book Club (CON)
Ages 8-12 - This month our book club is reading Goosebumps books by R. L. Stine. Read the Goosebumps book of your choice and immerse yourself into the spooky season through playing games and crafting. No registration.
Fairy Tale Ball (MTP)
We formally invite you all to our Fairy Tale Ball! We encourage you to come dressed as your favorite fairy tale character/creature or in your formal best. There will even be dancing, fun activities, and snacks to enjoy. No registration
Food for Thought (AFT)
Adult – Connect with fellow foodies to swap recipes, share cooking tips and explore cookbooks all without the mess and stress of cooking! This month’s theme: Fall Favorites. No outside food permitted. No registration.
Who Dunnit? (KAN)
Adult – Love true crime podcasts? Join us this month as we discuss the episode MURDERED: Tina Fontaine from the popular podcast, Crime Junkie. Snacks will be provided by Friends of Kannapolis Library. No registration.
Challenge & Chat Book Club
Read a book of your choice to meet the monthly challenge and join us for light refreshments and lively conversations. September’s Challenge: Her Story – Powerful story by and/or about women.
Thursday, September 25, 2025
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September 25, 2025 -Baby Story Time (CON)
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September 25, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (KAN)
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September 25, 2025 -Preschool Story Time (CON)
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September 25, 2025 -Preschool Storytime (MTP)
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September 25, 2025 -Preschool Story Time: If You Give a Mouse a Craft (KAN)
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September 25, 2025 -Homeschool Hub (AFT)
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September 25, 2025 -Teen Homeschool Hub (AFT)
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September 25, 2025 -Tech Time (MID)
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September 25, 2025 -Teen Book Club (HAR)
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September 25, 2025 -Screenwriting Squad (AFT)
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September 25, 2025 -One More Story! (KAN)
Baby Story Time (CON)
Ages 0-walking, with caregiver. Songs, stories, and finger plays. No registration.
Toddler Story Time (KAN)
Ages Walking-3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Preschool Story Time (CON)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Stories, songs, finger plays, and more. No registration.
Preschool Story Time: If You Give a Mouse a Craft (KAN)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver – Come join us as we read about a persistent, cookie-loving mouse and make your very own mouse to take home with you! No registration.
Homeschool Hub (AFT)
Ages 6-11 - Join other homeschooled students as we explore stories, arts, and sciences through interactive activities. No registration.
Teen Homeschool Hub (AFT)
Ages 12-18, Rm. 117 - Join other teen homeschooled students as we explore writing, arts, and sciences through interactive activities. No registration.
Tech Time (MID)
Adults. Need some support with a task on your computer, smartphone, or other device? Set an appointment to get help with technology-based task. We can work together on a library laptop or your own device. Registration required. Call 704-920-2040 to register.
Teen Book Club (HAR)
Ages 12-18 – Welcome to Teen book club! This month we’ll be discussing “Medici Heist” by Caitlin Schneiderhan and doing a small activity. No Registration.
Screenwriting Squad (AFT)
Adults - Unlock your storytelling potential with Screenwriting Squad, a monthly program where your creativity can soar as you craft compelling scripts. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned storyteller, this is your chance to write, refine, and get inspired! No Registration.
One More Story! (KAN)
Family – Join us for an evening story time with songs, play, and just one more story for your little one!
Friday, September 26, 2025
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September 26, 2025 -Mindful Movement (CON)
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September 26, 2025 -Preschool Picassos (HAR)
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September 26, 2025 -OMG, You Knitted That?! (MID)
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September 26, 2025 -Lilo and Stitch Library Luau (KAN)
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September 26, 2025 -Journaling Juggernauts (MTP)
Mindful Movement (CON)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join us for a fun and energetic program of movement, mindfulness, interactive stories, and music. No registration.
Preschool Picassos (HAR)
Ages 3-5 with a caregiver -- Does your child love to make messy art? Join us for process‐based art at the library! You WILL get messy – please wear old clothes! Drop-in. No registration.
OMG, You Knitted That?! (MID)
Ages 12 + – Unlock your potential with Knitting in the Round. Beginners can learn the basics of knitting, while experienced knitters can try out patterns/suggested patterns from some of the knitting books that would be at the program for reference. No registration or prior skills required; all skill levels welcome.
Lilo and Stitch Library Luau (KAN)
Ages 6-11 - Aloha! Come to the library’s very own luau where we will read Lilo and Stitch, play Hawaiian-themed games, and paint your own Stitch portrait. No registration but limited supplies.
Journaling Juggernauts (MTP)
Ready to start journaling? We’ve got tips, tricks, and supplies to jump start your daily and bullet journaling. Just BYOJ (Bring Your Own Journal) and we’ll help you stay on track and get creative! No registration.
Saturday, September 27, 2025
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September 27, 2025 -Rocking Back to School Chess Tournament – Elementary Division* (HAR)
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September 27, 2025 -Magic: The Gathering Commander Club (AFT)
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September 27, 2025 -Rocking Back to School Chess Tournament – Middle School Division* (HAR)
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September 27, 2025 -Rocking Back to School Chess Tournament – High School Division* (HAR)
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September 27, 2025 -How to Train Your Dragon: Library Edition (AFT)
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September 27, 2025 -Fam Jam: Twinkie Wars! (KAN)
Rocking Back to School Chess Tournament – Elementary Division* (HAR)
Family – Rock back to school by winning a Chess Tournament! All skill levels are welcome to play; we will have Elementary, Middle and High School divisions to compete for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize with a certificate for each division. Families are free to observe multiple tournaments. *Registration required. Registration opens Sept. 12th and […]
Magic: The Gathering Commander Club (AFT)
Ages 13+, Rm 117- Sling some spells at Magic: the Gathering Commander Club! Learn how to play the trading card game or gather your friends and play the popular Commander format! Drop-In.
Rocking Back to School Chess Tournament – Middle School Division* (HAR)
Family – Rock back to school by winning a Chess Tournament! All skill levels are welcome to play; we will have Elementary, Middle and High School divisions to compete for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize with a certificate for each division. Families are free to observe multiple tournaments. *Registration required. Registration opens Sept. 12th and […]
Rocking Back to School Chess Tournament – High School Division* (HAR)
Family – Rock back to school by winning a Chess Tournament! All skill levels are welcome to play; we will have Elementary, Middle and High School divisions to compete for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize with a certificate for each division. Families are free to observe multiple tournaments. *Registration required. Registration opens Sept. 12th and […]
How to Train Your Dragon: Library Edition (AFT)
Ages 6-11 - Soar into the world of Dragons! Join us for an exciting adventure into the Island of Berk as we explore the fascinating world of Dragons and Dragon Trainers. Get hands-on with themed crafts, interactive activities, and games! No registration.
Fam Jam: Twinkie Wars! (KAN)
Family – Win a sweet battle by creating the most artistic Twinkie dessert. Sponsored by Friends of Kannapolis Library. No Registration.