Teen Mystery Boxes (Registration for November Pick-up)* (AFT)
Library and Active Living Center at Afton Ridge 6095 Glen Afton Blvd, Kannapolis
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Teen Mystery Boxes (Registration for November Pick-up)* (AFT)
Ages 10-18 - A box for tween and teen book lovers. Each box includes 2 mystery library books and a surprise item! Pick up week is the 1st week in November. *Registration and interest form required. Registration will open on Thursday, October 1st at 12:00am. Registration will close on Saturday, October 17th at 11:30pm, or when full (20 spots). […]
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2 Sentence Stories (MID)
All Ages- Submit your original, two-sentence scary or Halloween-themed stories, and have them put on display throughout the month of October! Drop in.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, October 5, 2026
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October 5, 2026 -Basic Skills in Reading and Writing/Habilidades básicas en lectura y escritura (CON)
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October 5, 2026 -Baby Time (HAR)
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October 5, 2026 -Baby Story Time (AFT)
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October 5, 2026 -Vocabulary/Vocabulario (CON)
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October 5, 2026 -Coffee and Crafting (CON)
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October 5, 2026 -Toddler Time (HAR)
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October 5, 2026 -Toddler Time (HAR)
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October 5, 2026 -Toddler Storytime (MTP)
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October 5, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (HAR)
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October 5, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
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October 5, 2026 -Vintage Pumpkin Painting (MID)
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October 5, 2026 -Family Story Time (KAN)
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October 5, 2026 -Adult Sensory Storytime (AFT)
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October 5, 2026 -Creative Collective: Beaded Phone Accessories (AFT)
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October 5, 2026 -Tween Takeover: Speed Puzzling (KAN)
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October 5, 2026 -STEAM Train (AFT)
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October 5, 2026 -One More Story! (KAN)
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.
Baby Time (HAR)
Ages 0 - Walking with a caregiver - Join us for songs, stories, and fingerplay rhymes. No registration.
Vocabulary/Vocabulario (CON)
Adults – Students will study vocabulary, define words, and use them in discussions. Adultos – Los estudiantes estudiarán vocabulario, definirán palabras y las utilizarán en las discusiones.
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 Punch Needle Halloween Theme! Adults only. Registration required.
Free
Toddler Time (HAR)
Ages Walking - 3 with a caregiver - Join us for songs, stories, and rhymes! No registration.
Toddler Storytime (MTP)
Ages Walking-3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Preschool Story Time (HAR)
Ages 3- 5 yrs. with a caregiver - Join us for songs, stories, and music. No registration.
Toddler Story Time (AFT)
Ages Walking-3 Years with caregiver – Stories, songs, finger plays, and more.
Vintage Pumpkin Painting (MID)
Adults - Older Adults can come to paint a faux pumpkin in an old-school, vintage style just in time for Halloween! No registration needed, supplies limited.
Family Story Time (KAN)
Family – Stories, songs, and movement for children and families of all ages.
Adult Sensory Storytime (AFT)
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.
Creative Collective: Beaded Phone Accessories (AFT)
Ages 12-18 – A monthly program for teens to get creative! This month, we’re making beaded phone accessories. Give your phone a Y2K flare with a charm or a wrist strap. No registration.
Tween Takeover: Speed Puzzling (KAN)
Ages 9-13 – Race to finish identical puzzles before the clock runs out. Will your team be the first to snap the final piece into place? No Registration.
STEAM Train (AFT)
Ages 6-11 – All aboard! Climb on the STEAM Train and have some fun as we do all kinds of activities and experiments of all aspects of the STEAM acronym!
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.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
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October 6, 2026 -Conversational English/Grupo de inglés conversacional (CON)
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October 6, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (AFT)
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October 6, 2026 -Baby Story Time (KAN)
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October 6, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (CON)
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October 6, 2026 -Mindful Movement (MTP)
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October 6, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
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October 6, 2026 -Music and Movement (MID)
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October 6, 2026 -Music & Movement (KAN)
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October 6, 2026 -Afton Chapterhouse Book Club (AFT)
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October 6, 2026 -Over the Garden Wall Watch Party (AFT)
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October 6, 2026 -DIBS (Delve Into Books) (CON)
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October 6, 2026 -Happily Ever Chapter (MTP)
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.
Mindful Movement (MTP)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver – Join us for a fun and energetic program of movement, mindfulness, interactive stories, and music. No registration.
Music and Movement (MID)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver - Join us for a fun and energetic program of movement, mindfulness, interactive stories, and music. No registration.
Music & Movement (KAN)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver – Join us for a fun and energetic story time with dance, rhythm and music!
Afton Chapterhouse Book Club (AFT)
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 October 2026 selection is Broken Country by Clare Hall. No registration.
Over the Garden Wall Watch Party (AFT)
Ages 13+ – Journey into the Unknown with Wirt and Greg! Join us for a cozy evening viewing of the full miniseries for all ages 13 and up. No registration. Support by Afton Friends of the Library.
DIBS (Delve Into Books) (CON)
Ages 18+ - Come celebrate Halloween by talking about a spooky mystery-William Kent Krueger's Apostles Cove! No registration.
Happily Ever Chapter (MTP)
Ages 18+ - Meet-cutes, swoon-worthy moments, and all the feels! Join fellow romance lovers as we dive into the heartfelt and hilarious stories of Abby Jimenez this month!
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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October 7, 2026 -Family Story Time (CON)
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October 7, 2026 -Baby Story Time (AFT)
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October 7, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (MID)
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October 7, 2026 -Baby Story Time (MTP)
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October 7, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (AFT)
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October 7, 2026 -Homeschool Hub (CON)
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October 7, 2026 -Write Your Memoir at Gibson Mill (CON)
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October 7, 2026 -DIY Halloween Decor (MTP)
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October 7, 2026 -One More Story! (AFT)
Family Story Time (CON)
Family - Stories, songs, fingerplays and more, followed by time to learn and socialize. No registration.
Preschool Story Time (MID)
Ages 3-5 years with caregiver. Stories, songs, finger play, movement, and more! No registration required.
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, 704-920-2058, if bringing a group of 6 or more.
Write Your Memoir at Gibson Mill (CON)
Ages 18+ - Dear aspiring writers: Join us for a five-week introduction to memoir writing at the Gibson Mill. We’ll review our favorite memoirists and explore the techniques of structure, narrative style, and theme, to help craft your new page turner. Whether writing for yourself, your family, or the memoir-loving public, this class is for you! No registration.
DIY Halloween Decor (MTP)
Ages 12-18 - Want to whip up some spooky‑cute décor? Join us at the library as we craft delightfully eerie creations that are more “boo‑tiful” than scary. No 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.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
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October 8, 2026 -Baby Story Time (CON)
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October 8, 2026 -Baby Time (HAR)
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October 8, 2026 -Toddler Story Time (KAN)
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October 8, 2026 -Baby/Toddler Story Time (MID)
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October 8, 2026 -Toddler Time (HAR)
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October 8, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (CON)
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October 8, 2026 -Preschool Storytime (MTP)
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October 8, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (HAR)
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October 8, 2026 -Little Ones and Loved Ones: Hula Dancing (AFT)
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October 8, 2026 -Preschool Story Time (KAN)
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October 8, 2026 -Tech Time (MID)
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October 8, 2026 -Art Tips (HAR)
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October 8, 2026 -Greatest Hits Discussion Club (CON)
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October 8, 2026 -Crochet Mini Ghosts (MTP)
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October 8, 2026 -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 a 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.
Baby/Toddler Story Time (MID)
Ages 0-3 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.
Preschool Story Time (HAR)
Ages 3- 5 yrs. with a caregiver - Join us for songs, stories, and music. No registration.
Little Ones and Loved Ones: Hula Dancing (AFT)
Ages 3+ with Caregiver – Laugh, move, and learn together! Little Ones & Loved Ones invites children and their favorite grown-up to learn the basics of hula through simple steps, expressive hand movements, and joyful storytelling while celebrating rhythm and culture. In partnership with Cabarrus County Active Living & Parks.
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.
Art Tips (HAR)
Ages 12-18 - This is a part of a series of programs, but complete attendance is not mandatory. Art tips is an informal program, where attendees will explore the foundations of art in a way that prompts independent study. This session will be about understanding composition. Registration required. Registration opens 2 weeks before program date.
Free
Greatest Hits Discussion Club (CON)
Ages 18+ - Get into the groove and join the Greatest Hits Discussion Club as we talk about these albums from Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time: The Best of the Classic Years-King Sunny Ade; Everybody Knows This is Nowhere-Neal Young; King of the Delta Blues Singers-Robert Johnson; Court and Spark-Joni Mitchell; & […]
Crochet Mini Ghosts (MTP)
Ages 18+ - Come practice your crochet skills by making a mini crochet ghost for Halloween! We’ll have a spooky good time. Must know how to single crochet. 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 autobiographies/memoirs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Kannapolis Library. No registration.
Friday, October 9, 2026
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October 9, 2026 -Music & Movement (CON)
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October 9, 2026 -Little Ones and Loved Ones: Hula (MID)
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October 9, 2026 -Music & Movement (AFT)
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October 9, 2026 -Teen Chess Club (CON)
Music & Movement (CON)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver – Join us for a fun and energetic story time with dance, rhythm and music! No registration.
Little Ones and Loved Ones: Hula (MID)
Ages 3+ with Caregiver - Laugh, move, and learn together! Little Ones & Loved Ones invites children and their favorite grown-up to explore yoga, hula dancing, and jumping activities in a fun, interactive three-session program. In partnership with Cabarrus County Active Living & Parks. No Registration.
Music & Movement (AFT)
Ages 3-5 with caregiver – Join us for a fun and energetic story time with dance, rhythm, and music. No registration.
Teen Chess Club (CON)
Teens (Ages 12-18) - Come and play a casual game of chess with other players! No registration.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
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October 10, 2026 -Pioneer Day at Camp T.N. Spencer Park* (AFT)
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October 10, 2026 -Art Café: Practical Magic* (HAR)
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October 10, 2026 -Yarn & Yap (MTP)
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October 10, 2026 -Mighty Oak Acorn Necklaces* (HAR)
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October 10, 2026 -Spooky Science Lab (AFT)
Pioneer Day at Camp T.N. Spencer Park* (AFT)
Travel back in time at Pioneer Day on Saturday, October 10, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Camp T.N. Spencer Park, 3155 Foxford Drive, Concord, North Carolina. Enjoy pioneer crafts and games, gem mining, s’mores, and discover the Afton Games! Bring your own picnic blanket and/or chairs. Bring a picnic lunch and make […]
Art Café: Practical Magic* (HAR)
Ages 18+ - Join us for our “Practical Magic” edition of Art Café. Instead of food and beverage, we serve arts and crafts! Choose one item from our menu of magical DIYs (charms, potions & more!). Reference materials and instruction sheets will be included. Enjoy an enchanting evening with community while unlocking your creativity! Registration […]
Free
Yarn & Yap (MTP)
Ages 18+ - Bring your current fiber arts project and enjoy a friendly yapping session with fellow yarn enthusiasts! All skill levels welcome, but please note this is not a class. No registration.
Mighty Oak Acorn Necklaces* (HAR)
Family - Remind yourself that humble beginnings can grow into great things! We will have pre-made acorn caps with lanyards: you can pick the color and size of your marble and make a beautiful acorn necklace just in time for fall! Registration required.
Free
Spooky Science Lab (AFT)
Ages 6-11 – It's alive! IT'S ALIVE! Become a mad scientist at our Spooky Science Lab! Get hands on with 3 spooktacular science experiments and mix creepy fun with real science. No registration - limited supplies!