Baby Christmas Story Time (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisBaby 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, KannapolisShepherd Shakespeare Presents A Christmas Carol (MID)
Midland Library 4297 C Hwy 24/27 E, MidlandWhat’s Your Spark? Vision Board Night (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantPinecone Christmas Ornaments (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisToddler Story Time (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisTeen Homeschool Hub: The History of Werewolves (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantPreschool Story Time (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisSTEAM Explorers (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisPreschool Christmas 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, KannapolisWriting Workshop (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisFamily Gift Giving Series: Teen Edition-Clay Trinket Dishes (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantSensory Storytime (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisPreschool Storytime (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantConversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (KAN)*
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisPaper Lanterns (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisFamily Gift Giving Series: Kid Style – Ribbon Height Ornaments (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantGiant Paper Snowflake (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisSwiftie Jeopardy! (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantWeek of Events
Sunday, December 7, 2025
No events on this day.
Monday, December 8, 2025
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December 8, 2025 -English Language Learners/ELL(CON)*
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December 8, 2025 -Baby Time (HAR)
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December 8, 2025 -Adult Sensory Storytime (CON)
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December 8, 2025 -Baby Christmas Story Time (AFT)
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December 8, 2025 -Reading and Writing/Lectura y escritura (CON)*
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December 8, 2025 -Baby Story Time (AFT)
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December 8, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (HAR)
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December 8, 2025 -Toddler Storytime (MTP)
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December 8, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
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December 8, 2025 -Family Story Time (KAN)
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Featured December 8, 2025 -Featured Shepherd Shakespeare Presents A Christmas Carol (MID)
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December 8, 2025 -What’s Your Spark? Vision Board Night (MTP)
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December 8, 2025 -Pinecone Christmas Ornaments (AFT)
English Language Learners/ELL(CON)*
Adults-In this class, students will learn vocabulary using a picture dictionary and e-books. Adultos - En esta clase, los estudiantes aprenderán vocabulario usando un diccionario de imágenes y libros electrónicos. This is an ESL program.
Baby Time (HAR)
Ages 0-walking with caregiver – Join us for songs, stories, and fingerplay rhymes. No registration.
Adult Sensory Storytime (CON)
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.
Baby Christmas Story Time (AFT)
Ages 0-Walking with caregiver – Join us for a Christmas themed songs, stories, and finger plays. No registration.
Reading and Writing/Lectura y escritura (CON)*
Adults – Students will practice reading and writing to improve their English skills using online software. Adultos – Los estudiantes practicarán la lectura y la escritura para mejorar sus habilidades en inglés utilizando software en línea. This is an ESL program.
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.
Shepherd Shakespeare Presents A Christmas Carol (MID)
Family –Step into the Spirit of the Season! Join us for a magical retelling of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, a festive performance full of laughter and holiday cheer! Watch as the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is confronted by the ghost of his old business partner and three unforgettable spirits. Will he find redemption before it’s […]
What’s Your Spark? Vision Board Night (MTP)
13+ – Dream big, get crafty, and maybe find your spark (or at least some glitter). Inspired by Disney’s Soul, we’ll create vision boards, talk about what makes life fun, and set good vibes for the new year. All supplies and snacks included, just bring your imagination. No registration.
Pinecone Christmas Ornaments (AFT)
Family - Enjoy some holiday music and create a variety of pinecone Christmas ornaments with your family. Materials and instructions will be provided to create three unique ornaments.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
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December 9, 2025 -Baby Story Time (CON)
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December 9, 2025 -Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (CON)*
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December 9, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
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December 9, 2025 -Baby Story Time (KAN)
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December 9, 2025 -Homeschool Hub (MTP)
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December 9, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
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December 9, 2025 -Teen Homeschool Hub: The History of Werewolves (MTP)
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December 9, 2025 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
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December 9, 2025 -Sounds & Stories (KAN)
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December 9, 2025 -Homeschool Hub (HAR)
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December 9, 2025 -Bookends Book Discussion (KAN)
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December 9, 2025 -Tweens’ Writing Workshop (CON)
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December 9, 2025 -STEAM Explorers (AFT)
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December 9, 2025 -One More Story! (KAN)
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.
Toddler Story Time (AFT)
Ages Walking-3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Homeschool Hub (MTP)
Ages 6-11–Get ready to trick your eyes and stretch your imagination! In this fun program, kids will explore amazing optical illusions and discover how they work. They'll also get to craft their very own illusion to take home! No Registration.
Toddler Story Time (CON)
Ages Walking - 3 Years with caregiver - Stories, songs, finger plays, and more. No registration.
Teen Homeschool Hub: The History of Werewolves (MTP)
Ages 12-18 Bella! Where the heck have you been loca? Join us at the MTP Library as we learn about the history of werewolves. No registration.
Sounds & 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!
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.
Bookends Book Discussion (KAN)
Ages 18+ – Celebrate the end of the year with some good book recommendations. Bring a book to swap! No registration.
Tweens’ Writing Workshop (CON)
Ages 9-13 - Bring out your creative writer with story starters, prompts, and games!
STEAM Explorers (AFT)
Ages 6-11 – Join us for engaging, hands-on activities exploring the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. 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! No registration.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
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December 10, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
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December 10, 2025 -Preschool Story Time (MID)
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December 10, 2025 -Preschool Christmas Story Time (CON)
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December 10, 2025 -Preschool Christmas Story Time (AFT)
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December 10, 2025 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
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December 10, 2025 -Holiday Color-Rama! (HAR)
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December 10, 2025 -Tech Time (MID)
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December 10, 2025 -Kid Krafters (CON)
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December 10, 2025 -Teen Fun Zone (KAN)
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December 10, 2025 -Writing Workshop (AFT)
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December 10, 2025 -Family Gift Giving Series: Teen Edition-Clay Trinket Dishes (MTP)
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 Christmas Story Time (CON)
Christmas holiday story times will feature stories, songs, finger plays and more with a Christmas theme.
Preschool Christmas Story Time (AFT)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver – Join us for a Christmas themed story time with stories, songs, finger plays, and more. No registration.
Holiday Color-Rama! (HAR)
Family – Love coloring? Drop in for a festive afternoon of coloring and creating together. No registration.
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.
Kid Krafters (CON)
Ages 6-11 – Join us for a present-making extravaganza! Choose between a variety of gifts to make for your friends and family. Wrap everything up in a homemade gift bag so your present is ready to go! No registration.
Teen Fun Zone (KAN)
Ages 12-18 – Need a place to hang out after school to relax or do homework? Feel free to drop in anytime during the two hours! No registration.
Writing Workshop (AFT)
Ages 7-12 - Bring out the creative writer in you with story starters, prompts, and games! No registration.
Family Gift Giving Series: Teen Edition-Clay Trinket Dishes (MTP)
Ages 12-18 - Design a colorful, one-of-a-kind clay trinket dish! Whether you’re crafting it as a gift for a bestie or keeping it for your own room, this DIY is all about showing off your style and creativity. No registration.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
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December 11, 2025 -Baby Story Time (CON)
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December 11, 2025 -Baby Time (HAR)
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December 11, 2025 -Toddler Story Time (KAN)
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December 11, 2025 -Sensory Storytime (AFT)
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December 11, 2025 -Preschool Story Time (CON)
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December 11, 2025 -Toddler Time (HAR)
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December 11, 2025 -Baby/Toddler Story Time (MID)
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December 11, 2025 -Preschool Storytime (MTP)
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December 11, 2025 -Preschool Story Time (KAN)
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December 11, 2025 -Story Seekers (KAN)
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December 11, 2025 -Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (KAN)*
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December 11, 2025 -Tech Time (MID)
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December 11, 2025 -Polar Express Pajama Party (CON)
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Featured December 11, 2025 -Featured A Very Vintage Holiday (MID)
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December 11, 2025 -Paper Lanterns (AFT)
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December 11, 2025 -Aurora Borealis Chalk Art (HAR)
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December 11, 2025 -Family Gift Giving Series: Kid Style – Ribbon Height Ornaments (MTP)
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December 11, 2025 -Greatest Hits Discussion Club (CON)
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December 11, 2025 -Shelf Indulgence Reading Circle (KAN)
Baby Story Time (CON)
Ages 0 - Walking with caregiver - Songs, stories, and finger plays. No registration.
Baby Time (HAR)
Ages 0-walking with caregiver – Join us for songs, stories, and fingerplay rhymes. No registration.
Toddler Story Time (KAN)
Ages Walking-3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Sensory Storytime (AFT)
Ages 3-5 with caretaker – Sensory Storytimes are welcoming, interactive programs designed for those with autism and/or those with sensory needs. Stories are interactive, with fidgets and other elements provided to assist with sensory input. Drop in.
Preschool Story Time (CON)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver - Stories, songs, finger plays, and more. No registration.
Toddler Time (HAR)
Ages Walking – 3 yrs. with a caregiver - Join us for songs, stories and music. No registration.
Baby/Toddler Story Time (MID)
Ages 0-3 with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays and more. No registration.
Story Seekers (KAN)
Ages 7-12 – Explore new stories and old favorites with fun activities and more! No registration.
Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (KAN)*
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.
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.
Polar Express Pajama Party (CON)
Family – All Aboard! Grab your Christmas spirit, throw on your pajamas and celebrate the holiday season at the library. Experience the magic of Christmas and the Polar Express with crafts and a viewing of the movie. Popcorn will be provided! Sponsored by the Concord Friends of the Library. No registration.
A Very Vintage Holiday (MID)
Age 13+.Travel in time and join us in our cozy holiday workspace, decked with vintage, sustainable materials like newspaper and twine to wrap your holiday gifts and craft garlands the old-fashioned way. Tutorials, inspiration, and gift tags provided, but bring your own gifts! Drop In.
Paper Lanterns (AFT)
Ages 12-18 – Looking for a cozy accessory to brighten up your room décor? Trying to bring in a little festive cheer? Make a Japanese-inspired lantern to light up the long winter nights! No registration.
Aurora Borealis Chalk Art (HAR)
Ages 12-18 - Come in and create your own northern lights art! No registration.
Family Gift Giving Series: Kid Style – Ribbon Height Ornaments (MTP)
Ages 3-11 - A Ribbon of Me! Kids craft a ribbon ornament as tall as they are, creating a truly personal keepsake for someone special. No registration.
Greatest Hits Discussion Club (CON)
18+ - Looking to discover new music or revisit old favorites? Join the Greatest Hits Discussion Club every month as we talk about albums from Rolling Stone magazine’s Top 500 Albums of All Time. Listen to one, listen to some, or listen to all and come talk about what you liked or didn’t like and […]
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 horror novels about haunted houses. Sponsored by the Friends of the Kannapolis Library. No registration.
Friday, December 12, 2025
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December 12, 2025 -Mindful Movement (CON)
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December 12, 2025 -Grinchmas Whobilation (KAN)
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.
Grinchmas Whobilation (KAN)
Ages 6-11 – We have a wonderful, awful idea...let’s gather together for some Grinchmas cheer! Don’t miss the chance to Grinch it up with us! No registration.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
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December 13, 2025 -Frosty Fest (AFT)
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December 13, 2025 -Giant Paper Snowflake (AFT)
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December 13, 2025 -Swiftie Jeopardy! (MTP)
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December 13, 2025 -Mic Check: Kulture Karaoke (KAN)
Frosty Fest (AFT)
Family– Come for winter wellness and family fun! Enjoy activities involving crafts and games while snacking on winter treats. No registration.
Giant Paper Snowflake (AFT)
Ages 18+ – Transform regular pieces of paper into a beautiful 3D snowflake in this surprisingly easy DIY. Perfect decor for the holiday season! Drop in.
Swiftie Jeopardy! (MTP)
Family – Calling all Swifties! Gather your friends (and friendship bracelets!) and put your Taylor Swift knowledge to the test! No registration.
Mic Check: Kulture Karaoke (KAN)
Ages 18+ – Bring your love of music to the Library with Kulture Karaoke! Test your song knowledge, with this interactive musical game that celebrates culture, creativity and connection. No singing skills required just good vibes and memories. No registration.