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The Waters of North Carolina Community Art Show Invitation June 1 – August 15 This summer experience the oceans possibilities right here in North Carolina. Share with the library any 2D art from which showcases North Carolina waterfalls, creeks, streams, lakes, or more! You may bring in original art or submit digital images to learninglab@hickorync.gov. Art will be accepted starting May 9th and may be submitted through the duration of the Summer Learning Program. Please scan images at 300 dpi. If you need help scanning your work, visit us at the library and we will be glad to help you. No art work will be returned. Include your name, age, and title/subject on your image with your submission to be displayed. You may also submit anonymously. This is not a competition. This is a community art show. Water you waiting for? Submit your artwork today! Patrick Beaver Memorial Library and Ridgeview Branch Library Displayed @ Patrick Beaver Memorial Library |
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Movies in the Library – Pirates Wed. | June 8 | 1pm Ahoy Maties! We be watching the Muppets in their search for treasure at this pirate themed movie event! This event is all ages. Registration requested. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library |
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First Aid Certification Thurs. | June 9 | 5-7:30 Earn your First Aid Certification to secure a safer summer. Registration required. Online training will be sent to email to complete before the Certification Class. Register before June 2. |
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Journey of Freedom Celebration Mon. | June 13 | 4-6pm Drop in to commemorate Juneteenth by exploring the journey of freedom with crafts that will remind you of the journey in our rearview and the journey ahead! Ridgeview Branch Library |
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Story Time Wed. | 10 am Families with preschool aged children are invited for stories and songs. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library |
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Outside Stretch-n-Grow Storytime Tues. | June 7 to Aug 16 | 10 am Kids ages 3 and up are invited to join the library and certified fitness instructors from Stretch-n-Grow for a stretchy, awesome, cardio-infused storytime! Please bring a towel/blanket/yoga mat, wear comfortable clothing, and get ready to move, stretch, and listen to stories, while focusing on flexibility, strength, and literacy. No registration required. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, outside! |
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Grub Club Tues. | June 7-Aug 9 | 12 pm All youth are invited to join the Grub Club! We’ll meet each Tuesday afternoon at the picnic shelter at Taft Broome Park to do a fun STEAM activity and enjoy a bag lunch. Free lunch is available at Brown Penn Recreation Center (or bring your own). In the event of unfavorable weather, activities will be moved to Brown Penn Recreation Center. Taft Broome Park Ridgeview Branch Library |
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Big Bang Boom! Thurs. | June 2 | 11am Kindie Rock band Big Bang Boom returns for a noisy, fun-filled, family friendly rock concert suitable for even the youngest kids in the family. Open to all ages Patrick Beaver Memorial Library |
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STEAM Explorers Wed. | June 8 | 2 pm Calling all STEAMers! Join, local non-profit organization Let me STEAM for summer fun while exploring the world around you through science, technology, engineering, art, and math. For children in Grades K-5. Ridgeview Branch Library |
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Under the Sea Family Storytime: Mermaids Fri. | June 10 | 11am Come to the library to dive into a special storytime to celebrate mermaids! We’ll read some fin-tastic stories, then do some activities that were mer-made just for you. Ridgeview Branch Library |
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Down to Earth Aerials Sat. | June 11 | 11am This exciting, outdoor aerial acrobatics performance using special rigging and silks will entertain and inspire kids of all ages. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the show! Open to all ages/families |
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Teen Advisory Board Tues. | June 14, July 12, & Aug 9 | 4pm Teens work together to brainstorm library activities for their peers and work on community service projects. New members welcome! Ridgeview Branch Library |
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Goat Cheesemaking Sat. | June 4 | 10:30am-12:30pm Dawn Matthews from The Thankful Goat Farm will teach how to make Chevre and Mozzarella goat’s cheese. Participants will be able to sample the cheese that is made in the class. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library |
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DIY Beach Drink Holder Thur. | June 9 | 6:30-7pm Make your own drink holder with upcycled tin cans and garden stakes. You’ll be stylish while you sip on the beach this summer! Registration required. Registration opens two weeks prior to event. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library |
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Oceanarium for Teens and Adults Create your own ocean inspired terrarium. Participants will learn about terrarium ecosystems, care, and plant propagation. This program is for teens and adults Registration required. Mon. | Jun. 13 | 6pm – Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Sat. | Jul. 23 | 2 pm – Ridgeview Branch Library |
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Juneteenth and the Heritage of Hope Tues. | June 14 | 6pm Learn history of Juneteenth and the African American Heritage in Hickory. This event is part of a larger celebration of Juneteenth happening across Catawba County from June 11- June 19. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library |
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Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 Third Street NE 828-304-0500 |
Ridgeview Branch Library 706 1st Street SW
828-345-6037 |
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