February 2021 News & Events
RIDGEVIEW BRANCH CONSTRUCTION
 
Construction progress continues at our Ridgeview Branch Library. Services have relocated to Ridgeview Recreation Center at 115 7th Avenue SW until construction is complete. Our temporary location offers computers, copiers, scanners, books & movies for checkout, Library To-Go services and wi-fi access. Call the Branch at 828-345-6037 with any questions. 
 
We look forward to reopening the expanded library building in Summer 2021.
FEBRUARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS
The Gatekeeper: Missy LeHand, FDR and the untold story of the partnership that defined a presidency
Monday, February 15, 6:00 pm
 
Kathryn Smith, author of The Gatekeeper: Missy LeHand, FDR and the Untold Story of the Partnership That Defined a Presidency, will help us celebrate Presidents Day. Mrs. Smith will speak as Missy LeHand, in period costume, and take questions about her book.
 
This virtual program is free and open to the public but registration is required. RSVP below or call 828-304-0500. We will send an email reminder with the Zoom link on the day of the event.
Registration required. RSVP to receive login information for the Zoom meeting.
Online Story Time 
Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
 
Families are invited to join us each week for a live story time with our Children's librarians. Recorded sessions are available on the City of Hickory YouTube page.
Registration required
STEM Kits for Kids

Stop by and pick up a STEM activity kit. A new set of activities is available each month. Kits are available at the Library-To-Go counter.
February's kits include binary code beaded bracelets and paper woven heart baskets.
Musical Story Time
February 1, 10:00 a.m.
 
Musician and storyteller Sharon Clarke shares stories and songs for preschoolers and their families. Join us for the live interactive Zoom event. 
Registration required
Open Door Book Club
Wednesday, February 24, 3:30 p.m.
New members welcome. This month's selection is Caleb's Crossing by Geraldine Brooks
Spanish Conversation Group
Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.
Practice your Spanish language skills in this informal online group. Newcomers are always welcome.
Sojourner Truth Book Club
Monday, February 22, 6:30 p.m.
New members welcome. This month's selection is Maid by Stephanie Land
Questions? Call 828-304-0500.