Basic Skills in Reading and Writing/Habilidades básicas en lectura y escritura (CON)
Concord Library 27 Union St N, ConcordBaby 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, KannapolisAdult Sensory Storytime (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisFocus & Fun: AP Exam Study Hall (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisMay the 4th Party (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantLeague of Extraordinary LEGOS: Star Wars Edition! (HAR)
Harrisburg Library 201 Sims Pkwy, HarrisburgGirls Night Out: Beaded Plants (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, KannapolisPreschool Story Time (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisAfton Chapterhouse Book Club (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisAP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisWitness the Fitness (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantBaby 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, KannapolisAP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisSpanish 101: Basic Grocery Items (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, KannapolisPreschool Storytime (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantConversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisAP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisKid Crafters Corner – Shaggy Sheep! (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantSpin-A-Story Teen Writing Program (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisAP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisClassic Movie Showing (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisGirl Scouts Community Pop-Up Program: Balloon Rockets* (KAN)
Kannapolis Library 850 Mountain St, KannapolisLeague of Extraordinary LEGOs! (MTP)
Mt. Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 N Washington St, Mt. PleasantPueblos: Reclaiming Cultural Heritage Through the Arts (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, KannapolisWeek of Events
Little Zine Library (MID)
Little Zine Library (MID)
Mixed Ages – Try making a tiny zine—short, homemade booklets about any topic you like—using our pre-folded booklets, then drop it in the submission box to be reviewed and displayed on our community zine shelf. Make someone laugh, tell a story, write a poem, share an idea, make your voice heard! Drop in.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, May 4, 2026
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May 4, 2026 -Basic Skills in Reading and Writing/Habilidades básicas en lectura y escritura (CON)
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May 4, 2026 -Baby Story Time (AFT)
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May 4, 2026 -Coffee and Crafting (CON)
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May 4, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (HAR)
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May 4, 2026 -Toddler Storytime (MTP)
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May 4, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
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May 4, 2026 -Family Story Time (KAN)
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May 4, 2026 -Adult Sensory Storytime (AFT)
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May 4, 2026 -Focus & Fun: AP Exam Study Hall (AFT)
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May 4, 2026 -Makerspace (MID)
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May 4, 2026 -May the 4th Party (MTP)
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May 4, 2026 -League of Extraordinary LEGOS: Star Wars Edition! (HAR)
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May 4, 2026 -Tween Takeover: Dirty Soda Bar (KAN)
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May 4, 2026 -Advance Directives (KAN)
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May 4, 2026 -Girls Night Out: Beaded Plants (MTP)
Basic Skills in Reading and Writing/Habilidades básicas en lectura y escritura (CON)
Adults – Adult learners will build reading, writing, vocabulary, and comprehension skills with real-world nonfiction and fiction passages. Adultos - Los adultos desarrollarán habilidades de lectura, escritura, vocabulario y comprensión con pasajes de no ficción y ficción del mundo real.
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 make Sharpie Seashells. 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.
Focus & Fun: AP Exam Study Hall (AFT)
Ages 12-18 – Kick off AP exam season with a space to lock in and recharge, featuring a quiet room for focused studying and a separate room with games, puzzles, and simple crafts for brain breaks. Drop in, bring your notes, and balance the grind with a little fun before you crush your exams. No Registration Required. […]
Makerspace (MID)
Family. Family-friendly Makerspace featuring hands-on, low-tech tools for crafting, building, and creative exploration. Perfect for makers of all ages and skill levels. Drop in.
May the 4th Party (MTP)
Family – Fly on into the library for a family friendly party to celebrate everyone’s favorite sci-fi world! We will take on crafts, games, and have a blast together! Costumes encouraged! No registration.
League of Extraordinary LEGOS: Star Wars Edition! (HAR)
Ages 6-11 – Celebrate May the 4th and drop in while we bring the LEGOs, and you bring the imagination! No registration.
Tween Takeover: Dirty Soda Bar (KAN)
Ages 9-13 – Create a signature drink by adding flavored cream or syrup to your favorite soda, then play a few rounds of soda Bingo. Sponsored by Friends of Kannapolis Library. No registration.
Advance Directives (KAN)
Ages 18+ – Come to an advance care planning workshop presented by Atrium Health. Trained instructors will talk about advance care planning, walk you through the health care power of attorney and living will forms, and answer your questions. Please note there will be no notary services at this event. No registration.
Girls Night Out: Beaded Plants (MTP)
Ages 18+ – Join us for fellowship and fun at the library as we bead a plant that will never require you to have green thumb! No registration.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 -Baby Story Time (CON)
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May 5, 2026 -Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (CON)
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May 5, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
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May 5, 2026 -Baby Story Time (KAN)
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May 5, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
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May 5, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
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May 5, 2026 -Music & Movement (MID)
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May 5, 2026 -Afton Chapterhouse Book Club (AFT)
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May 5, 2026 -AP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
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May 5, 2026 -Improv 101 (CON)
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May 5, 2026 -DIBS (Delve Into Books) (CON)
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May 5, 2026 -Witness the Fitness (MTP)
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.
Toddler Story Time (CON)
Ages Walking – 3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more. No registration.
Music & Movement (MID)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver - Join us for a fun and energetic program of movement, mindfulness, interactive stories, and music. No registration.
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 May 2026 selection is The Alice Network by Kate Quinn. No registration.
AP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
Ages 12-18 – Need a place to lock in during AP exam week? Drop in Tuesday, May 5th through Friday, May 8th for a quiet, focused space to study, review notes, and prepare for your exams in a distraction-free environment. No Registration Required. Not a tutoring session.
Improv 101 (CON)
Teens (Ages 12-18) - Come stretch your acting skills with this program. Improv 101 will teach you how to get in touch with your inner thespian. Join us for games, skits, and more! No registration.
DIBS (Delve Into Books) (CON)
Ages 18+ - Join us on the first Tuesday of the month to discuss a great book! This month we will be discussing The Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. No registration.
Witness the Fitness (MTP)
Ages 18+ - Keep your mind and body in motion! Join us each month at the library for free sessions that alternate between inspiring classes and energizing workouts. This month get ready to move with Zumba. A fun, dance workout for all levels. No registration required.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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May 6, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
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May 6, 2026 -Baby Story Time (AFT)
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May 6, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (MID)
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May 6, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (CON)
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May 6, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
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May 6, 2026 -Homeschool Hub (CON)
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May 6, 2026 -Homeschool Hub (CON)
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May 6, 2026 -Digital Navigators (CON)
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May 6, 2026 -AP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
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May 6, 2026 -Tech Time (MID)
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May 6, 2026 -Spanish 101: Basic Grocery Items (MTP)
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May 6, 2026 -One More Story (AFT)
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.
Homeschool Hub (CON)
Ages 6-11 - Join other homeschooled students as we explore stories, arts, and sciences through interactive activities. No registration. Please call ahead if bringing a group of 6 or more.
Homeschool Hub (CON)
Ages 6-11 - Join other homeschooled students as we explore stories, arts, and sciences through interactive activities. No registration. Please call ahead if bringing a group of 6 or more.
Digital Navigators (CON)
Ages 18+ - Want to feel more confident with technology? CDE (The Center for Digital Equity) Digital Navigators offer free support to help you get internet access, find low-cost computers, and learn everyday tech skills. Stop by our office hours at the Concord Library to ask questions, get hands-on help, and discover tools that make […]
AP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
Ages 12-18 – Need a place to lock in during AP exam week? Drop in Tuesday, May 5th through Friday, May 8th for a quiet, focused space to study, review notes, and prepare for your exams in a distraction-free environment. No Registration Required. Not a tutoring session.
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.
Spanish 101: Basic Grocery Items (MTP)
Ages 18+ - Ven ha aprender Español en la bibliotheca, come learn Spanish at the library! We will learn the basic grocery store items in Spanish. No registration.
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.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026 -Baby Story Time (CON)
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May 7, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (KAN)
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May 7, 2026 -Baby/Toddler Story Time (MID)
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May 7, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (CON)
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May 7, 2026 -Preschool Storytime (MTP)
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May 7, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (KAN)
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May 7, 2026 -Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (AFT)
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May 7, 2026 -Kids’ Writing Workshop (KAN)
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May 7, 2026 -AP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
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May 7, 2026 -Tech Time (MID)
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May 7, 2026 -Teen Chess Club (CON)
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May 7, 2026 -Kid Crafters Corner – Shaggy Sheep! (MTP)
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May 7, 2026 -Manga in Motion (KAN)
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May 7, 2026 -Spin-A-Story Teen Writing Program (AFT)
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.
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.
Kids’ Writing Workshop (KAN)
Ages 7-12 – Bring out the creative writer in you with story starters, prompts, and games! No registration.
AP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
Ages 12-18 – Need a place to lock in during AP exam week? Drop in Tuesday, May 5th through Friday, May 8th for a quiet, focused space to study, review notes, and prepare for your exams in a distraction-free environment. No Registration Required. Not a tutoring session.
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 Chess Club (CON)
Teens (Ages 12-18) - Come and play a casual game of chess with other players! No registration.
Kid Crafters Corner – Shaggy Sheep! (MTP)
4-11 - Make your way baaaack to the library to craft an adorably sweet, shaggy sheep! We’ll be using some unusual tools, and our fluffy friends will be displayed in our Kid Crafters Corner!
Manga in Motion (KAN)
Ages 9-17 – Do you love all things anime? If so, join our anime club! We meet once a month to discuss our favorite manga and anime, watch anime, and do crafts and games. All anime shown will be rated for teens or below. This month: Death Note (TV-14). No registration.
Spin-A-Story Teen Writing Program (AFT)
Ages 12-18 – Calling all creative writers! Join us to flex your skills with writing games, get inspired with prompts, and collaborate with other teen writers! No registration.
Friday, May 8, 2026
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May 8, 2026 -Mindful Movement (CON)
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May 8, 2026 -Reading Rainbow Watch Party! (MID)
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May 8, 2026 -Mother’s Day Floral Arrangements* (HAR)
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May 8, 2026 -AP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
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May 8, 2026 -Classic Movie Showing (AFT)
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May 8, 2026 -Girl Scouts Community Pop-Up Program: Balloon Rockets* (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.
Reading Rainbow Watch Party! (MID)
Ages 6-11. Family. Take a trip through stories and imagination! Come watch the new Reading Rainbow with us, then stick around and design your own library bag. Perfect for kids and families who love to read, dream, and explore! No registration.
Mother’s Day Floral Arrangements* (HAR)
Ages 13+ - It’s that time of year to express your affections for those dear to you. Come and create a floral arrangement you can give to someone you care about. Registration required. Registration opens 2 weeks before program date.
AP Exam Open Study Hall (AFT)
Ages 12-18 – Need a place to lock in during AP exam week? Drop in Tuesday, May 5th through Friday, May 8th for a quiet, focused space to study, review notes, and prepare for your exams in a distraction-free environment. No Registration Required. Not a tutoring session.
Classic Movie Showing (AFT)
Family– Looking for a FREE intergenerational activity to do on a Friday afternoon? In collaboration with the Afton Active Living Center, we are showing Breakfast at Tiffany's as a fun way to celebrate Older Americans Month! Grab your friends and join us Friday, May 8th from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. Popcorn provided.
Girl Scouts Community Pop-Up Program: Balloon Rockets* (KAN)
Ages 6-11: Children build simple balloon-powered rockets using a string track and test how far and fast their rockets travel. Facilitators introduce basic physics concepts and encourage children to predict, observe, and describe what happens. Join area Girl Scouts for some fun STEAM activities while learning about Girl Scouts in a fun, hands-on way. *Registration […]
Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026 -League of Extraordinary LEGOs! (MTP)
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May 9, 2026 -True Crime Book Club (MID)
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May 9, 2026 -Pueblos: Reclaiming Cultural Heritage Through the Arts (AFT)
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May 9, 2026 -Plant Propagation (MID)
League of Extraordinary LEGOs! (MTP)
Ages 4-11 – We’ll bring the LEGOs, you bring the imagination! Drop in. No registration.
True Crime Book Club (MID)
Adults (18+) -Join us this month to discuss The Devil at His Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty by Valerie Bauerlein. In June, we'll be reading Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe. Limited copies available for pickup. No registration. Join us this month to discuss We Wish to Inform You That […]
Pueblos: Reclaiming Cultural Heritage Through the Arts (AFT)
Family – Join us for a special family workshop celebrating stories, songs, and traditions that connect generations and cultures. Bring the whole family and experience the power of culture, creativity, and connection. Presented by Criss, Cross Mangosauce. Free & open to all!
Plant Propagation (MID)
Adults (18+) -Come discover the art of plant propagation! We'll talk Propagation 101, as well as how you can create new plants from existing household plants and even kitchen scraps! No registration.