Week of Events
English Empowerment Hub
English Empowerment Hub Adults- Do you need one-on-one tutoring in English at a flexible time? Bridge the waitlist gap and unlock your potential with Learning Upgrade®, a digital campus providing 24/7 access for adult learners. Master English and essential life skills through gamified lessons—from GED® and U.S. citizenship prep to career and financial tools. This […]
Sunday, July 5, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, July 6, 2026
-
July 6, 2026 -U.S. Citizenship and Government/Ciudadanía y gobierno estadounidense
-
July 6, 2026 -Baby Time (HAR)
-
July 6, 2026 -Baby Story Time (AFT)
-
July 6, 2026 -Coffee and Crafting (CON)
-
July 6, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (HAR)
-
July 6, 2026 -Toddler Storytime (MTP)
-
July 6, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
-
July 6, 2026 -Family Story Time (KAN)
-
July 6, 2026 -Adult Sensory Storytime (AFT)
-
July 6, 2026 -Tween Takeover: Jelly-Clay Café (KAN)
-
July 6, 2026 -Construction Junction (MID)
-
July 6, 2026 -One More Story! (KAN)
-
Featured July 6, 2026 -Featured The Art of Hand Quilting presented by Cabarrus Arts Council (HAR)
U.S. Citizenship and Government/Ciudadanía y gobierno estadounidense
Adults - Do you want to learn about the United States? In this class, you will learn about the American government and how it was formed. You will also practice questions that will prepare you for the citizenship test. Adultos - ¿Quieres aprender sobre Estados Unidos? En esta clase, aprenderás sobre el gobierno estadounidense y […]
Baby Time (HAR)
Ages 0 - Walking with a caregiver - Join us for songs, stories, and fingerplay rhymes. No registration.
Coffee and Crafting (CON)
Ages 18+ - Start your week off right, with coffee and a craft at the Concord Library. This month's craft we'll paint a beach scene and add sea glass baby turtles! Adults only. Registration required.
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.
Adult Sensory Storytime (AFT)
Ages 18+ - 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. No registration.
Tween Takeover: Jelly-Clay Café (KAN)
Ages 9-13 – Step into the Jelly-Clay Café and sculpt mini clay food characters inspired by the whimsical world of Jellycat. No registration.
Construction Junction (MID)
Ages 3-5 – Get your hard hats on! Explore cause and effect play in a construction village that focuses on work vehicles that dig and move dirt - excavators, dump trucks, loaders, and cranes.
One More Story! (KAN)
Family – Join us for an evening story time with songs, play, and just one more story for your little one! No registration.
The Art of Hand Quilting presented by Cabarrus Arts Council (HAR)
Ages 18+ - Join us for this fun, creative, and meditative session, where participants create a mini quilt using the traditional, manual technique of stitching together layers with a hand-sewn running stitch. No registration, supplies limited.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
-
July 7, 2026 -Baby Story Time (CON)
-
July 7, 2026 -Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (CON)
-
Featured July 7, 2026 -Featured [RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (HAR)
-
July 7, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
-
July 7, 2026 -Baby Story Time (KAN)
-
July 7, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
-
July 7, 2026 -Bilingual Storytime: ¡Colorín Colorado! (MTP)
-
July 7, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
-
July 7, 2026 -Paper Moth Taxidermy Display (MTP)
-
July 7, 2026 -Afton Chapterhouse Book Club (AFT)
-
July 7, 2026 -Roar and Soar: Dinosaurs! (KAN)
-
July 7, 2026 -[RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (MTP)
-
July 7, 2026 -Fossil Hunters (AFT)
-
Featured July 7, 2026 -Featured Art on the Go: Hand Quilting
-
July 7, 2026 -Make George’s Hat! (HAR)
Baby Story Time (CON)
Ages 0 – Walking with caregiver – Songs, stories, and finger plays. No registration.
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. This is an ESL program.
[RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (HAR)
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO TUESDAY, AUGUST 4TH AT 9:30AM. Family – Learn how Jeghetto builds and manipulates his original puppets over hip-hop instrumentals. This is a very interactive production. You never know – you could be pulled up on stage and be part of the show! No registration, however room has a […]
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.
Bilingual Storytime: ¡Colorín Colorado! (MTP)
Ages 1-3 – Join us for our bilingual storytime!¡Acompáñenos en nuestra hora del cuento bilingüe! Hablaremos, cantaremos, leeremos, escribiremos y jugaremos.
Paper Moth Taxidermy Display (MTP)
Ages 12-18 - Interested in the study of insects? Really want an aesthetic moth for your bedroom wall? See what it’s like to be a lepidopterist and create and display your own paper moth taxidermy. No registration required.
Afton Chapterhouse Book Club (AFT)
Ages 18+ – Afton Chapterhouse Book Club brings readers together at the Afton Library for engaging discussion and shared love of reading. Come for the books--stay for the conversation. The July 2026 selection is The Paris Daughter by Kristin Harmel. No registration.
Roar and Soar: Dinosaurs! (KAN)
Ages 6-11 - Learn all about dinosaurs and other ancient creatures that roamed the Earth and soared in the skies! We will test our dino-knowledge, play some dino-games, and finish up with a dino-riffic craft! No registration.
[RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (MTP)
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO TUESDAY, AUGUST 4TH AT 3PM. Family-Learn how Jeghetto builds and manipulates his original puppets over hip-hop instrumentals. This is a very interactive production. You never know – you could be pulled up on stage and be part of the show!
Fossil Hunters (AFT)
Ages 6-11 – Fossil Fever is taking over as kids dive into a whirlwind of discovery, surprises, and dino powered fun. From quick brain boosting moments to hands on adventures, every explorer gets a chance to shine. Badges, digs, and big “aha!” moments await every curious fossil hunter.
Art on the Go: Hand Quilting
Ages 18+ - Join us for this fun, creative, and mediative session, where participants learn to create a mini quilt using the traditional, manual technique of stitching together layers with a hand-sewn running stitch. No registration.
Make George’s Hat! (HAR)
Family - Join us for some stories about George Washington and the American Revolution in honor of the 250th year of America. We will be crafting fun blue tricorn caps like the ones George Washington used to wear, for you to enjoy. No registration.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
-
July 8, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
-
July 8, 2026 -Baby Story Time (AFT)
-
July 8, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (MID)
-
July 8, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (CON)
-
July 8, 2026 -Baby Story Time (MTP)
-
July 8, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
-
Featured July 8, 2026 -Featured [RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (KAN)
-
July 8, 2026 -Feudal Japan (MTP)
-
Featured July 8, 2026 -Featured [RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (MID)
-
July 8, 2026 -You’re A Gem! (HAR)
-
July 8, 2026 -Keys to the Wild (KAN)
-
July 8, 2026 -Tech Time (MID)
-
July 8, 2026 -Save the Turtles (CON)
-
July 8, 2026 -Unearth Your Story: Digging into Your Family History (MID)
Toddler Story Time (CON)
Ages Walking – 3 Years 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.
Preschool Story Time (CON)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more. No registration.
[RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (KAN)
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO WEDNESDAY. AUGUST 5TH AT 11AM. Family - Learn how Jeghetto builds and manipulates his original puppets over hip-hop instrumentals. This is a very interactive production . You never know--you could be pulled up on stage and be part of the show.
Feudal Japan (MTP)
Ages 6 – 11 - Journey into the past and uncover the stories of samurai warriors! Learn about life in feudal Japan and complete a hands-on craft inspired by Japanese traditions.
[RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (MID)
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this performance has been rescheduled to Wednesday, August 5th at 3pm.
You’re A Gem! (HAR)
Ages 6-11 - Do you know that you are a gem?! You are invited to unearth the beautiful characteristics that make you, a rare treasure! Let’s boost self-confidence together with self-affirming crafts, uplifting activities and more! No registration.
Keys to the Wild (KAN)
Ages 12-18 -Join us to create your own keychains using nature-inspired charms that show off your creative side and love for the wild. No registration but supplies limited.
Tech Time (MID)
Adults. Need help with your phone, computer or tablet? Sign up for a slot and bring a device to get assistance with all your technology troubles! Call the branch to register. Call 704-920-2040 to register.
Save the Turtles (CON)
Ages 6-11 – Kids will explore these living dinosaurs and their origins, as well as learn about conservation efforts and day-to-day things they can do themselves to help at home. There will be hands-on items for them to examine exoskeletons and types of shells, design their own turtles, and play a game. We'll also be […]
Unearth Your Story: Digging into Your Family History (MID)
Ages 18+ - Curious about how to start tracing your roots? Join us for an introduction to genealogy and learn how to explore your family’s past using free resources and online tools. Whether you are brand new or just beginning to dig deeper, this program will help you uncover the stories that make your family […]
Thursday, July 9, 2026
-
July 9, 2026 -Baby Story Time (CON)
-
July 9, 2026 -Elementary Story Time (AFT)
-
July 9, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (KAN)
-
July 9, 2026 -Baby/Toddler Story Time (MID)
-
July 9, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (CON)
-
July 9, 2026 -Preschool Storytime (MTP)
-
July 9, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (KAN)
-
July 9, 2026 -Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (AFT)
-
Featured July 9, 2026 -Featured [RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (AFT)
-
July 9, 2026 -DIY Stained Glass CD’s* (HAR)
-
July 9, 2026 -Teen Chess Club (CON)
-
July 9, 2026 -Teen Felt Keychain (MID)
-
July 9, 2026 -[RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (CON)
-
July 9, 2026 -Pokémon Trivia + Design Your Own Card (MTP)*
-
Featured July 9, 2026 -Featured Art on the Go: Hand Quilting (CON)
-
July 9, 2026 -Shelf Indulgence Reading Circle (KAN)
Baby Story Time (CON)
Ages 0 – Walking with caregiver – Songs, stories, and finger plays. No registration.
Elementary Story Time (AFT)
Ages 6-11 with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, movement, and more! All designed with early elementary students in mind. This event is in June and July only. Afton | Thursdays | 10am
Toddler Story Time (KAN)
Ages Walking-3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Baby/Toddler Story Time (MID)
Ages 0-3 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.
Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (AFT)
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. This is an ESL program.
[RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (AFT)
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED. August 6th at 2:00pm Family– Learn how Jeghetto builds and manipulates his original puppets over hip-hop instrumentals. This is a very interactive production. You never know--you could be pulled up on stage and be part of the show.
DIY Stained Glass CD’s* (HAR)
Ages 12-18 - We’ll be painting blank CDs to look like stained glass art! Please note that due to drying time, CDs will have to be picked up at a later time. *Registration required. Registration opens 2 weeks before program date.
Teen Chess Club (CON)
Teens (Ages 12-18) - Come and play a casual game of chess with other players! No registration.
Teen Felt Keychain (MID)
Ages 12-17 - Need a new keychain to add to your keys, bookbag, or purse? Join us as we make our own felt photocard keychains. No registration required.
[RESCHEDULED] Jeghetto’s Workshop (CON)
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this performance has been rescheduled for Thursday, August 6, at 5pm!
Pokémon Trivia + Design Your Own Card (MTP)*
Ages 10+ – Test your Pokémon knowledge in a fun trivia challenge, then create your own custom Pokémon card with unique artwork, abilities, and stats. Join us for an afternoon of friendly competition and creativity. Registration required
Art on the Go: Hand Quilting (CON)
Ages 18+ - Join us for this fun, creative, and mediative session, where participants learn to create a mini quilt using the traditional, manual technique of stitching together layers with a hand-sewn running stitch. No registration, supplies limited.
Shelf Indulgence Reading Circle (KAN)
Ages 18+ – Join us for a more freeform book club and explore a new genre and trope each month! This month's theme is mysteries/thrillers centered around amnesia. Sponsored by the Friends of the Kannapolis Library. No registration.
Friday, July 10, 2026
-
July 10, 2026 -Mindful Movement (CON)
-
July 10, 2026 -Prehistoric Preschool (MTP)
-
July 10, 2026 -Geode Diamond Painting (KAN)
-
July 10, 2026 -Jurassic Zen Gardens (HAR)
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.
Prehistoric Preschool (MTP)
Ages 3-5 - Join us each week for hands-on S.T.E.A.M activities for our young little learners. We will walk through a Jurassic journey meeting different dinosaurs, exploring their environments and learning new skills each week. No registration.
Geode Diamond Painting (KAN)
Ages 12-18 - Do you like rocks? Do you like trendy crafts? Join us for a diamond painting craft that looks like a cut geode. No registration.
Jurassic Zen Gardens (HAR)
Ages 18+ - Need a break? Join us to create your own prehistoric Zen garden that you can take home and use as a meditation tool whenever life gets too hectic. No registration.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
-
July 11, 2026 -Roots Roundtable
-
July 11, 2026 -League of Extraordinary LEGOs! (MTP)
-
July 11, 2026 -Christmas in July Cinema Chill-Out (CON)
-
July 11, 2026 -Gaming Guild: Dungeons and Dragons (CON)
-
July 11, 2026 -Pressed Flower Bookmarks (MID)
-
July 11, 2026 -True Crime Book Club (MID)
Roots Roundtable
Come discuss the joys and challenges of genealogy with fellow family history researchers at this monthly gathering. We enjoy learning and supporting each other as we pursue our research goals. No registration.
League of Extraordinary LEGOs! (MTP)
Ages 4-11 – We’ll bring the LEGOs, you bring the imagination! Drop in. No registration.
Christmas in July Cinema Chill-Out (CON)
All Ages - Chill out and cool off during Christmas in July by dropping in to watch a holiday movie! We’ll be showing National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (PG-13) at 11 and Home Alone (PG) at 2. No registration.
Gaming Guild: Dungeons and Dragons (CON)
Ages 13yrs+ - 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.
Pressed Flower Bookmarks (MID)
Ages 18+ – Un-Earth your latest summer story with your own DIY pressed flower bookmark! No registration.
True Crime Book Club (MID)
*Special time of 5pm Adults (18+) - Join us this month to discuss The House of My Mother by Sheri Frankie. In August, we’ll read The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy by James Patterson and Vicky Ward. Limited copies available for pickup. No registration.