Ages 6-11 - Bright Star Touring Theatre presents “Jackie Robinson.” This biographical tale follows the life of Jackie Robinson, the first black baseball player to cross the color lines in the Major Leagues. A real-life hero and a tribute to the power of persistence and determination in the face of adversity, see why Jackie Robinson […]
Ages 6-11 - Have you ever wondered what goes in to building a zoo? Join us at the library where we will learn about what it takes to build a zoo, create enclosures for the animals, and then tie it all together by creating a fully formed zoo!
Ages 13 and up – Join us for a documentary series about famous people! This month we will watch Won’t You Be My Neighbor, a documentary on Fred Rogers the famous children’s entertainer most known for the children’s show Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood. Snacks provided. Rated PG-13. Sponsored by the Friends of the Midland Library.
Ages 13 and up – Join us for a documentary series about famous people! This month, to encourage people to read freely, we will watch Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am, about a Nobel prize winning author whose books are removed from many public institutions. Snacks provided. Rated PG-13. Sponsored by the Friends of the […]
All Ages – Come dressed in your Halloween costume or your finest Harry Potter gear! We’ll be celebrating the holiday with some of our favorite creepy, spooky, and gross things from the wizarding world! Enjoy crafts and trivia as well to test your HP knowledge.
Adults – Want to add some whimsy to your wardrobe? Learn to create a brooch with felt, sequins, buttons, and embroidery. We will create a moth brooch that looks as if it has alighted on your collar.
Family - Reading brought to life through music! At Musical Storytime, families enjoy a fun and familiar reading of stories with live singing provided by Opera Carolina! These beloved children’s stories set to music are a perfect first experience with opera for the young and the young at heart.
Ages 12-18 – Are you interested in all things tiny? In this program we’ll show you how to make miniatures using acorn caps and clay. Perfect for your fairy garden or a book nook display.
Ages 6-12 – Oh no! It’s getting darker outside and it’s hard to see your book. Join us to create an acorn luminary and a clay mushroom bookmark. A craft duo that helps you see your book and save your place!
Adults – Learn to create art by using natural elements. In this program, we will show you how to make an art piece using leaves as stamps. This technique is fun and relaxing. Don’t forget your paint clothes!
Ages 13 and up – It’s the holiday season and you need a break, but you still need to grab a few gifts. Don’t worry! This month we’ll show you how to sew a bookmark and decorate a tote bag with handmade stamps. Perfect small gifts you’re your loved ones.
Ages 6-11 – What is that in the snow? A bright red cardinal! In this monthly craft series, we will be decorating a cardboard cardinal with yarn as well as making a string art snowflake magnet.