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Fun with Clay! Kids @ OCPL Main (NEW Program!)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Event Details:

NEW!!  Join us for a fun and hands-on family crafting experience in our Fun with Clay program!

Fields of Color Kids @ OCPL Main (NEW Program!)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Event Details:

Step into the world of abstract expressionism with our Fields of Color program, where we explore the vibrant and fluid works of artist Helen Frankenthaler.

Literary Peeps Show

All Day
Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

It's time for the 7th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest at the Main Library in Hillsborough! 

Chihuly's Rainbow Windows - Kids @ OCPL Main (NEW Program!)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Event Details:

This program for kids in grades K-5 and their families is a fantastic way for young artists to explore their creativity while learning about one of the world’s most famous glass artists.

Literary Peeps Show - Last Day for Entries

All Day
Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

It's time for the 7th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest at the Main Library in Hillsborough! 

Helping our Earth: Gardening - Kids @ OCPL Main

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day with a day full of fun, hands-on activities designed to inspire kids in grades K through 5 (and their families) to take care of our planet!

Neuroscience for Kids @ OCPL Main

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Recurring
Event Details:

The UNC Carolina Neuroscience Club is excited to bring the Future Neuroscientists Program to the Orange County Library!

Inclusive Minds Youth Social Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration 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 in

Helping our Earth: Recycled Art - Kids @ OCPL Main

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Families, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day with a day full of fun, hands-on activities designed to inspire kids in grades K through 5 (and their families) to take care of our planet!

Closed for Easter

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Southern Branch in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed Friday, April 18 for Easter.

Closed for Easter

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Southern Branch in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed Sunday April 20 for Easter.

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Southern Branch in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day.

Closed for Juneteenth

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Southern Branch in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed Thursday June 19 for Juneteenth.

Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Southern Branch in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed Friday July 4 for Independence Day.

Closed for Labor Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Southern Branch in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed Monday, September 1 for Labor Day.

Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27 - 11/28
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Southern Branch in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed Thursday November 27-Friday November 28 for Thanksgiving.

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Southern Branch in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed Wednesday December 24-Friday December 26 for Christmas.