Library

Teen— Drop in to make your own beaded gifts at your own pace. All projects are beginner friendly, but some may take more time. While supplies last

Teen- Have you ever wondered how lights are programmed to music for the holidays? We will be diving into the process of coding lights for a holiday instillation in The Learning Lab! Join us to learn basic coding using Arduino, and create a light installation that syncs with music. Registration is required.

All Ages—Find your artistic spark at the library! We’ll explore, create, and get messy learning about a different artist each month and practicing their unique style of art. Presented by Hickory Museum of Art.

Join Hickory’s own Cassidy Collins for a book launch event at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library. Cassidy will talk about writing her new book The Aria and the process of getting her work published. The Aria centers around a young woman living in a police state. The only chance of escape is winning an international music […]

Family—Light up the holidays by constructing a gingerbread house using circuits, a paper lunch bag, and your imagination. All materials supplied. Registration is required. For ages 7+. Registration is required.

Adults – The Page Burners Book Club is Hickory Public Library’s BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) traveling book club. Each month we meet at a new location around Hickory.  Group members read a book of their choosing and shares their book at the meeting. For November, we will meet at Prism Coffee, a new local […]

Teen & Adult— Looking to add a unique or personal touch to your gift wrapping this holiday season? Visit the library to create your own gift boxes, cards, and other decorative items. While supplies last

Teen & Adult – Capture the spirit of winter in DIY snow globes. Using repurposed jars, learn how to make a wintery wonderland surrounded by swirling shimmering snow. Make, Shake, and Enjoy! Registration is required and will open three weeks before the event.