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 19, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, July 20, 2026
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July 20, 2026 -U.S. Citizenship and Government/Ciudadanía y gobierno estadounidense
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July 20, 2026 -Baby Story Time (AFT)
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July 20, 2026 -[CANCELLED] Time Capsules (CON)
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July 20, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (HAR)
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July 20, 2026 -Toddler Storytime (MTP)
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July 20, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
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July 20, 2026 -Family Story Time (KAN)
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July 20, 2026 -Adult Sensory Storytime (AFT)
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July 20, 2026 -Guess Who: History! (CON)
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Featured July 20, 2026 -Featured Art on the Go – Hand Quilting (MID)
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July 20, 2026 -One More Story! (AFT)
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July 20, 2026 -Unearthing the Ancient Maya with Dr. Timothy Murtha (MTP)
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 […]
[CANCELLED] Time Capsules (CON)
Ages 18+ - Decorate your very own time capsule to open in the future. We will provide the art supplies, while you provide the personal memorabilia. No registration, supplies limited.
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.
Guess Who: History! (CON)
Teens (Ages 12-18) - Test your knowledge of historical figures in this Guess Who trivia game! No registration.
Art on the Go – Hand Quilting (MID)
Adults 18+ – Join us for this fun, creative, and meditative session, where you’ll learn and meditative session, where you’ll learn to create a mini quilt using the traditional, to create a mini quilt using the traditional, manual technique of stitching together manual technique of stitching together layers with a hand-sewn running stitch.
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
Unearthing the Ancient Maya with Dr. Timothy Murtha (MTP)
Ages 18+ - Step into the world of discovery with anthropology expert Dr. Timothy Murtha (UNCC). Explore what it takes to work in the field and hear captivating stories from his 20+ years of experience. He’ll share highlights from his work in Mexico and Central America mapping the Ancient Maya—an insider’s look at anthropology in […]
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
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July 21, 2026 -Baby Story Time (CON)
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July 21, 2026 -Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (CON)
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July 21, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
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July 21, 2026 -Baby Story Time (KAN)
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July 21, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
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July 21, 2026 -Bilingual Storytime: ¡Colorín Colorado! (MTP)
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July 21, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
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July 21, 2026 -The Mummy’s Tomb (KAN)
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July 21, 2026 -Improv 101 (CON)
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July 21, 2026 -Mermaid Magic: A Fin-tastical Adventure! (AFT)
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July 21, 2026 -Pony Bead Popsicles (MTP)
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July 21, 2026 -Community-Made Granny Squares* (KAN)
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July 21, 2026 -Shelf Indulgence Reading Circle (AFT)
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.
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.
The Mummy’s Tomb (KAN)
Ages 6-11 - Join us for a glimpse into the historical excavation and curse of King Tut's tomb. Create your own eternal monarch, and decode the Egyptian communication system of hieroglyphics to name your antiquity. No registration.
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.
Mermaid Magic: A Fin-tastical Adventure! (AFT)
Ages 6-11 – Swim into a magical mermaid adventure! Explore the sea with shell crafts, coral reef games, and fun prizes. No registration required.
Pony Bead Popsicles (MTP)
Family – Join us for a classic summer camp style craft as we make perfect, patriotic, pony-bead popsicle keychains! No registration.
Community-Made Granny Squares* (KAN)
Ages 18+ - Join us in creating a community-made blanket using crocheted granny squares! Contribute by donating granny squares or joining a class to learn how to crochet. Sponsored by the Friends of Kannapolis Library. Registration required. Registration opens July 7th.
Shelf Indulgence Reading Circle (AFT)
Ages 18+ – Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of the month! A wheel is spun to pick the month’s genre and trope, then it is up to you to pick any book that fits! This month’s genre is Contemporary Fiction, and the trope is Vacation. No registration required.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
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July 22, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
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July 22, 2026 -Baby Story Time (AFT)
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July 22, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (MID)
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July 22, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (CON)
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July 22, 2026 -Baby Story Time (MTP)
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July 22, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
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July 22, 2026 -Dino-Games! (KAN)
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July 22, 2026 -Roar and Soar (MTP)
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July 22, 2026 -DIY Dino Magnets (MTP)
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July 22, 2026 -Tech Time (MID)
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July 22, 2026 -You’re a Gem! (CON)
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Featured July 22, 2026 -Featured Unearthing the Ancient Maya w/ Dr. Timothy Murtha (MID)
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July 22, 2026 -One More Story! (KAN)
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July 22, 2026 -Veterans Book Club (HAR)
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.
Dino-Games! (KAN)
Ages 6-11 – Compete in the Dino Egg Relay, T-Rex Long Jump and much ROAR! No Registration.
Roar and Soar (MTP)
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!
DIY Dino Magnets (MTP)
Ages 12-18 - Get your green on at the library as we create our own beaded magnet plant. We'll be "planting" a dino onto our magnet. 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.
You’re a Gem! (CON)
Ages 6-11 -Do you know that you are a gem?! You are invited to unearth the beautiful characteristics that make you YOU, a rare treasure! Lets boost self confidence together with self-affirming crafts, uplifting activities and more! No registration.
Unearthing the Ancient Maya w/ Dr. Timothy Murtha (MID)
Ages 18+ - Step into the world of discovery with anthropology expert Dr. TImothy Murtha (UNCC). Explore what it takes to work in the field and hear captivating stories from his 20+ years of experience. He’ll share highlights from his work in Mexico and Central America mapping the Ancient Maya – an insider’s look at […]
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.
Veterans Book Club (HAR)
Adults - 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.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
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July 23, 2026 -Baby Story Time (CON)
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July 23, 2026 -Elementary Story Time (AFT)
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July 23, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (KAN)
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July 23, 2026 -Baby/Toddler Story Time (MID)
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July 23, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (CON)
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July 23, 2026 -Preschool Storytime (MTP)
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July 23, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (KAN)
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July 23, 2026 -Felt Dino (AFT)
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July 23, 2026 -Paper Moth Taxidermy (MID)
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July 23, 2026 -Digging in the Dirt with Extension (KAN)
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July 23, 2026 -Advance Directives (CON)
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July 23, 2026 -Unearthing a Story Together (MTP)
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.
Felt Dino (AFT)
Ages 12-18 — Want a new keychain to add to your collection? Join us as we create our own felt dino keychain. No registration.
Paper Moth Taxidermy (MID)
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.
Digging in the Dirt with Extension (KAN)
Ages 18+ – Healthy plants start with healthy dirt. Join NC Cooperative Extension staff and volunteers to learn more about how local community members can test their soil for free through NC State University, find out about their own soil composition and how they can increase the soil health in their own backyard. Participants are encouraged […]
Advance Directives (CON)
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 no notary services at this event. No registration.
Unearthing a Story Together (MTP)
Ages 18+ – Unearth a story in an interactive storytelling experience. No writing experience needed, just bring your imagination and enjoy a social evening at the library. No registration.
Friday, July 24, 2026
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July 24, 2026 -Mindful Movement (CON)
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July 24, 2026 -Family Walking Club (MTP)
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July 24, 2026 -Prehistoric Preschool (MTP)
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July 24, 2026 -Make Your Own Treasure Map (KAN)
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July 24, 2026 -Jurassic Series (MTP)
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July 24, 2026 -Gaming Guild: Dungeons and Dragons (CON)
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.
Family Walking Club (MTP)
Family– Join our community walking program and take a step toward feeling your best. Families, little ones, and babies in strollers are all welcome on our easy, friendly walks. Come move, connect, and enjoy the outdoors together.
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.
Make Your Own Treasure Map (KAN)
Family – Create your own treasure map! We’ll provide the tools you need to mark your secret hideouts, perilous mountains, and buried treasure! No registration.
Jurassic Series (MTP)
Ages 6-11–This Jurassic Series brings kids into a world of dinos, creativity, and hands‑on wonder. Each mini‑program builds excitement as young makers craft, imagine, and explore. Everything leads to a big dino celebration packed with adventure, surprises, and prehistoric fun.
Gaming Guild: Dungeons and Dragons (CON)
Teens (Ages 12-18) - 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.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
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July 25, 2026 -Craft Supply Swap (AFT)
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July 25, 2026 -Wire Wrapped Pendant (MID)
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July 25, 2026 -Art Club (HAR)
Craft Supply Swap (AFT)
All Ages – Do you have arts and crafts supplies that you no longer need? They might be perfect for someone else- donate them to our swap and browse the other donations for supplies to add to your own collection! Donation collection begins on July 1 at the Afton Branch only. Drop-in.
Wire Wrapped Pendant (MID)
Ages 18+ - Join us to create a wire-wrapped quartz pendant using a simple technique. No registration supplies limited.
Art Club (HAR)
Ages 12+ - Artists of all kinds are welcomed to drop-in and create in a group setting. Bring your own tools, or borrow some of ours, to work independently on your own works in progress or create something new from prepared art prompts. No registration.