Jan 20, 2021 | Library , Patrick Beaver Memorial

For the eighth straight year, Hickory-based shredding company Enviro-Shred will offer free shredding service at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library on Saturday, January 30, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Individuals will have the opportunity to shred at no charge up to two boxes or bags of personal ...

Jan 13, 2021 | Library , Patrick Beaver Memorial , Ridgeview , Public Services , Parks , Collections , Recreation & Sports Tourism

The City of Hickory will close its offices on Monday, January 18, in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. City of Hickory offices will reopen on Tuesday, January 19, at 8:30 a.m. Other City department closings and/or schedule updates: Public Services The Solid Waste Division and...

Jan 11, 2021 | Library , Ridgeview

Hickory’s Ridgeview Branch Library will be temporarily closed the week of January 18-23. As construction continues on the Ridgeview Branch Library expansion and renovation project, this closure will allow library staff to pack and move materials in preparation for renovations to the existing buildin...

Dec 31, 2020 | Library

Hickory Public Library continues to host a virtual Conversational Spanish program during January and February 2021 for anyone looking to practice Spanish language speaking skills. Our online group will meet Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m. from January 6, 2021, through February 24, 2021. Newcomers are always...

Dec 22, 2020 | Library , Patrick Beaver Memorial , Ridgeview

Free 5G WiFi now is available in Hickory Public Library parking lots as part of the state’s N.C. Student Connect partnership and “Park and Learn” project. The new WiFi network is in action at both Hickory Public Library branches - Patrick Beaver Memorial Library and Ridgeview Branch Library. To c...

Dec 18, 2020 | Planning and Development , Library , Patrick Beaver Memorial , Ridgeview , Public Services , Parks , Collections , Communications , City Manager , Recreation & Sports Tourism

In observance of the Christmas holiday, City of Hickory offices will be closed Thursday, December 24, through Monday, December 28. Offices will re-open on Tuesday, December 29, at 8:30 a.m. City offices will also be closed in observance of New Year’s Day on Friday, January 1, and will re-open on ...

Dec 14, 2020 | Library

Experience the magical fun of Christmas like never before. Join Santa Claus himself on a whirlwind journey to the North Pole! Step inside the magical toy shop with your own elf guide as they work on new inventions. Meet Mrs. Claus in her kitchen where you’ll learn the secret to her special cookie, a...

Dec 01, 2020 | Library

Take a moment to join us virtually for a pleasant evening of music with the Just Friends Jazz Trio on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. The jazz trio consists of David Wortman on saxophone, Gary Schwartz on piano, and Charles Smith on drums. The trio will be playing traditional Christmas tunes ...

Nov 30, 2020 | Library , Patrick Beaver Memorial

Beginning December 1, Hickory Public Library will extend hours for its Library To-Go curbside pickup service to be available at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Library To-Go allows patrons to request holds on materials...

Nov 20, 2020 | Library , Public Services , Parks , Collections , Recreation & Sports Tourism

The City of Hickory will close its offices on Thursday, November 26, and Friday, November 27, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. City of Hickory offices will re-open on Monday, November 30, at 8:30 a.m. Previously announced operational changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic will still be in...