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Tuesday Evening Book Club

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Tuesday Evening Book Club is a Community Member-Led book club which meets the on 2nd Tuesdays of the month at 6:30pm at Main Library in Hillsborough. The club discusses a wide ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

The Tuesday Evening Book Club is a Community Member-Led book club which meets the on 2nd Tuesdays of the month at 6:30pm at Main Library in Hillsborough. The club discusses a wide variety of popular and interesting books in a light atmosphere.

Cookies and Cocoa flyer

Cookies and Cocoa, Grades 6-12

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Sweeten up your day at our Cookies & Cocoa Decorating Party! Teens, join us at the library for an afternoon of delicious fun where you’ll decorate cookies and sip on hot cocoa....

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Sweeten up your day at our Cookies & Cocoa Decorating Party! Teens, join us at the library for an afternoon of delicious fun where you’ll decorate cookies and sip on hot cocoa.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Parent-Free Event

This program is designed for youth participants to attend unaccompanied. Please make arrangements to drop-off and pick-up participants 5-10 minutes before a program ends.

Toys For Tots Donation Drive

All Day
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Cultural
Age Group:
Families, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Toys for Tots donations are being accepted at Main Library in Hillsborough through December 12th, 2024! Stop by with a toy for a baby, little kid, big kid, or teen. The Orange C...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Cultural
Event Details:

Toys for Tots donations are being accepted at Main Library in Hillsborough through December 12th, 2024!

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Nature Strolls with the Library

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Second Thursdays of the month at 10am & Third Wednesdays of the month at 2pm  as we gather for a 45 minut...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Second Thursdays of the month at 10am & Third Wednesdays of the month at 2pm  as we gather for a 45 minute, leisurely walk along the Riverwalk. Open to Everyone!

open play information

Open Play Switch, Grades 6-12

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Games & Trivia, Recurring
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Hey Teens! Thursday afternoons, you are invited to play our Nintendo Switch at the library. All games are provided. Located in the 2nd floor Teen Room. To play, starting...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Games & Trivia, Recurring
Event Details:

Hey Teens!

Thursday afternoons, you are invited to play our Nintendo Switch at the library. All games are provided. Located in the 2nd floor Teen Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

Kids Explore...

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
K - 2nd Grade
Event Details:

Join us at the Main Library for Kids Explore, our weekly program series for children in grades K-2.  Registration not required.   PLEASE NOTE: While adult care...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: K - 2nd Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us at the Main Library for Kids Explore, our weekly program series for children in grades K-2.  Registration not required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

Caregivers Remain at the Library

Children will participate in this program independently from their caregivers, however, if a child is under the age of 10 the caregiver will need to remain inside the library for the duration of the program.

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Dads Playgroup

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group:
Young Child
Event Details:

Bring your babies and toddlers to a playgroup where you and your little one can play and meet new people.  This playgroup is designed for kids under age five and especially ge...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Child
Event Details:

Bring your babies and toddlers to a playgroup where you and your little one can play and meet new people.  This playgroup is designed for kids under age five and especially geared for Dads, Grandpas, Uncles, and male caregivers but anyone int

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

art club for neurodivergent kids 8-18

Inclusive Minds Youth Social Club

Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Join us for an inclusive crafting club designed for neurodivergent youth ages 8-18 and their caregivers, as needed.  Together, we will engage in crafts and activities to f...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Join us for an inclusive crafting club designed for neurodivergent youth ages 8-18 and their caregivers, as needed. 

Together, we will engage in crafts and activities to foster creativity, authentic social interac

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Baby Lapsit

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Young Child
Event Details:

Babies from age 0 to walkers are invited with their caregivers to participate in a 20-minute lapsit program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and movement. A ...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Child
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Babies from age 0 to walkers are invited with their caregivers to participate in a 20-minute lapsit program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

A small image of the program flyer with title and program description. Includes a photo of a young child holding a wind sock in the air above their head.

WonderKids - Wild Wind

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Recurring
Age Group:
Young Child
Event Details:

Join us for a fun monthly program designed for older preschoolers! Each session features a story followed by an engaging activity that dives deeper into the book's theme. This mont...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Child
Program Type: Recurring
Event Details:

Join us for a fun monthly program designed for older preschoolers! Each session features a story followed by an engaging activity that dives deeper into the book's theme.

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

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Kids Discover-Games and Snacks

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Games & Trivia, Recurring
Age Group:
3rd - 5th Grade
Event Details:

Get ready for a fun-filled hour of strategy and friendly competition at our Games for Grades 3-5 Program! Designed especially for kids, this event will introduce a variety of engag...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Games & Trivia, Recurring
Event Details:

Get ready for a fun-filled hour of strategy and friendly competition at our Games for Grades 3-5 Program!

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Parent-Free Event

This program is designed for youth participants to attend unaccompanied. Please make arrangements to drop-off and pick-up participants 5-10 minutes before a program ends.

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Nature Strolls with the Library

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Second Thursdays of the month at 10am & Third Wednesdays of the month at 2pm  as we gather for a 45 minut...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Second Thursdays of the month at 10am & Third Wednesdays of the month at 2pm  as we gather for a 45 minute, leisurely walk along the Riverwalk. Open to Everyone!

Winter solstice lantern making information

Winter Solstice Lantern Making, Grades 6-12

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

The winter solstice, also called the hibernal solstice, occurs when either of Earth's poles reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. In the Northern Hemisphere, this falls on De...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

The winter solstice, also called the hibernal solstice, occurs when either of Earth's poles reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. In the Northern Hemisphere, this falls on December 21.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Parent-Free Event

This program is designed for youth participants to attend unaccompanied. Please make arrangements to drop-off and pick-up participants 5-10 minutes before a program ends.

open play information

Open Play Switch, Grades 6-12

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Games & Trivia, Recurring
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Hey Teens! Thursday afternoons, you are invited to play our Nintendo Switch at the library. All games are provided. Located in the 2nd floor Teen Room. To play, starting...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Games & Trivia, Recurring
Event Details:

Hey Teens!

Thursday afternoons, you are invited to play our Nintendo Switch at the library. All games are provided. Located in the 2nd floor Teen Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

k - 2 gnome program

Kids Discover-Gnomes

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
K - 2nd Grade
Event Details:

Join us for a magical Gnome Adventure program designed for children in grades K through 2! Explore the enchanting world of gnomes, from their fascinating history to their whimsical...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: K - 2nd Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a magical Gnome Adventure program designed for children in grades K through 2! Explore the enchanting world of gnomes, from their fascinating history to their whimsical stories. Get hands-on and craft your very own gnome to take home!

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

Caregivers Remain at the Library

Children will participate in this program independently from their caregivers, however, if a child is under the age of 10 the caregiver will need to remain inside the library for the duration of the program.

Waffle movie night information

Winter Movie & Waffles, Grades 6-12

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:15pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Get ready for a deliciously fun evening at our Winter Movie and Waffle Night! Teens, join us at the library for a special after-hours event where you can indulge in homemade waffle...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Get ready for a deliciously fun evening at our Winter Movie and Waffle Night! Teens, join us at the library for a special after-hours event where you can indulge in homemade waffles, enjoy a movie screening, and hang out with friends.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Parent-Free Event

This program is designed for youth participants to attend unaccompanied. Please make arrangements to drop-off and pick-up participants 5-10 minutes before a program ends.

Coffee with a Touch of Spanish

Coffee with a Touch of Spanish

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Cultural
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Main Library in Hillsborough for Coffee with a Touch of Spanish with El Centro Hispano! This is a relaxed and friendly gathering designed to help you practice y...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Join us at the Main Library in Hillsborough for Coffee with a Touch of Spanish with El Centro Hispano!

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Main Library in Hillsborough, Cybrary in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Cybrary in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
A small image of the program flyer with colorful music notes in the background and a cartoon image of 5 young children playing instruments.

Music and Movement

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Young Child
Event Details:

Dance the morning away to our favorite songs and enjoy instructor-led movement activities to really get the wiggles out!  For ages 2 - 5, with a caregiver. Siblings are welcom...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Child
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Dance the morning away to our favorite songs and enjoy instructor-led movement activities to really get the wiggles out!  For ages 2 - 5, with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Book Giving Tree Donation Project

Book Giving Tree Donation Project - October through December

All Day
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Book Giving Tree Donation Project - October through December 2024 | You can help get books to people in need! Orange County Public Library has partnered with Prison Books Collectiv...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Book Giving Tree Donation Project - October through December 2024 | You can help get books to people in need!

Climate Action For Everybody

Climate Action For Everybody

All Day
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Families, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Climate Action for Everybody | September 2024 Information & Events Electric Vehicle Shows - Chat with electric vehicle owners sharing their experiences and showcasing t...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Climate Action for Everybody | September 2024 Information & Events

Electric Vehicle Shows - Chat with electric vehicle owners sharing their experiences and showcasing their cars.

Acorn Acres Hat Drive

Knit or Crochet a Hat for a Child this Fall

All Day
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

From September 19th through the end of the year, give the gift of warmth by knitting or crocheting a hat for Acorn Acres, a local organization which creates and distributes ha...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

From September 19th through the end of the year, give the gift of warmth by knitting or crocheting a hat for Acorn Acres, a local organization which creates and distributes hats, gloves, and more to school children in our community.

Book Clubs

First Monday Classics Book Club

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

First Monday Classics is a Community Member-Led book club which meets on first Mondays of the month at 6:30pm at Main Library in Hillsborough. The club discusses classic books in a...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

First Monday Classics is a Community Member-Led book club which meets on first Mondays of the month at 6:30pm at Main Library in Hillsborough.

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Nature Strolls with the Library

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Second Thursdays of the month at 10am & Third Wednesdays of the month at 2pm  as we gather for a 45 minut...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Second Thursdays of the month at 10am & Third Wednesdays of the month at 2pm  as we gather for a 45 minute, leisurely walk along the Riverwalk. Open to Everyone!