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Southern Noir Book Discussion

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
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Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Cultural
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 95
Event Details:

Southern Noir Book Discussion - Thursday, September 26th at 6pm | Join us at the Main Library in Hillsborough for a discussion of All The Sinners Bleed by S.A. Cosby and Something Bad Wrong by Eryk Pruitt.

Nonpartisan Voter Registration and Election Information Table

3:00pm - 5:00pm
High School, Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Cultural

Music and Movement Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Young Child
Main Library in Hillsborough
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.

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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.

NAACP Nonpartisan Voter Information Table

2:00pm - 5:00pm
High School, Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Front Lobby
Age Group: High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Cultural
Event Details:

Local branches of the NAACP will be at Main Library from 2-5pm providing non-partisan voter registration and election information. Find out if you're registered, fill out registration forms, learn about early voting, ID requirements and more.

Knit or Crochet a Hat for a Child this Fall

All Day
Families, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
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.

Baby Lapsit

11:00am - 12:00pm
Young Child
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Child
Program Type: Recurring, 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.

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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.

Teen Spooky Craft Contest

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

Teen Craft Contest: Express Your Creativity!

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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 Discover-God's Eye

4:00pm - 4:45pm
3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Event Details:

Join us for an unforgettable STEAM experience where tradition and creativity come together! Immerse yourself in Hispanic Heritage and learn how to create a beautiful God’s Eye using yarn and sticks.

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.

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls

10:00am - 11:00am
Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls – Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursdays at 10am as we gather for a 60-minute, leisurely walk along the Riverwalk Trail. This event is open to all.

Open Play Switch, Grades 6-12

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Middle School, High School
Main Library in Hillsborough
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.

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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 - Fall into Leaves with 4-H!

4:00pm - 4:45pm
K - 2nd Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: K - 2nd Grade
Program Type: Recurring
Event Details:

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

This week we will welcome Kathleen Rogers, our local 4-H Program Assistant, to our Kids Explore program.

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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.

Nonpartisan Voter Registration and Election Information Table

3:00pm - 5:00pm
High School, Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Cultural

A Conversation with Crime Writers S.A. Cosby and Eryk Pruitt

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Orange County Public Library on Friday, October 4th at 7pm for a conversation with local and regional crime writers, S.A. Cosby and Eryk Pruitt. This event is free and open to the public.

Dads Playgroup

9:00am - 10:30am
Young Child
Main Library in Hillsborough
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

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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.

Knit or Crochet a Hat for a Child this Fall

All Day
Families, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
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.

Baby Lapsit

11:00am - 12:00pm
Young Child
Main Library in Hillsborough
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.

Raising Sheep and Goats Basics & Information

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
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Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

Interested in raising sheep or goats? Already have them and want more information about specific topics or issues?

Tech Topics - Group Chat

3:00pm - 3:45pm
High School, Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Study Room 230
Age Group: High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Tech Topics

Kids Discover-Quetzal

4:00pm - 4:45pm
3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Event Details:

Embark on a vibrant STEAM journey with us as we explore Hispanic Heritage and the captivating Quetzal! Discover the significance of this stunning bird in Hispanic culture, then channel your creativity to make your very own Quetzal 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.

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.

Tuesday Evening Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration 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.

Cupcake Decorating, Grades 6-12

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Middle School, High School
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Get ready for a fang-tastic time at our Spooky Cupcake Decorating Bash! Teens, join us at the library for a fun-filled evening of creativity and delicious treats as we dive into the world of spooky cupcake decorating.

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.

Tech Topics - One-on-One Time (6pm Session)

6:00pm - 6:15pm
High School, Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Study Room 230
Age Group: High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Program, Workshop & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Tech Topics

Tech Topics - One-on-One Time (6:30pm Session)

6:30pm - 6:45pm
High School, Adults, Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Study Room 230
Age Group: High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Program, Workshop & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Tech Topics

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls

10:00am - 11:00am
Everyone
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls – Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursdays at 10am as we gather for a 60-minute, leisurely walk along the Riverwalk Trail. This event is open to all.