Main Library in Hillsborough

12:00pm-6:00pm

Main Library in Hillsborough
137 W. Margaret Lane
Hillsborough, NC 27278
United States

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Sun: 12:00pm-6:00pm

Mon-Tue: 10:00am-7:00pm

Wed-Fri: Closed

Sat: 9:00am-6:00pm

Southern Branch in Carrboro

12:00pm-6:00pm

203 S. Greensboro St.
Carrboro, NC 27510
United States

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Sun: 12:00pm-6:00pm

Mon-Tue: 10:00am-7:00pm

Wed-Fri: Closed

Sat: 9:00am-6:00pm

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (10/12)	Mon (10/13)	Tue (10/14)	Wed (10/15)	Thu (10/16)	Fri (10/17)	Sat (10/18)
All Day				This event is in the "Adults" group Leave Your Leaves All Day Adults Main Library in Hillsborough This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Age Group: Adults Event Details: Leave Your Leaves Climate & Environment Campaign - Pledge to leave your leaves to get a yard sign to encourage others! Signs are available while supplies last at Main and Southern Branch Libraries.	This event is in the "Everyone" group Book Giving Tree Donation Project - October through December All Day Everyone Main Library in Hillsborough This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Book Giving Tree Donation Project - October through December 2025 \| You can help get books to people in need!
9 am							This event is in the "Young Child" group Dads Playgroup 9:00am–10:30am Young Child Main Library in Hillsborough This event is in the "Young Child" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Room: Main Meeting Room 116 Age Group: Young Child Program Type: Recurring Event Details: Join us for a fun and engaging playgroup for children under five years old. While this group is specially geared toward Dads, Grandpas, Uncles, and male caregivers, all caregivers are welcome to join in the fun and connect with others. 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.
10 am
11 am		This event is in the "Young Child" group Baby Lapsit 11:00am–12:00pm Young Child Main Library in Hillsborough This event is in the "Young Child" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Room: Main Meeting Room 116 Age Group: Young Child Program Type: Recurring, Storytime Baby Lapsit Storytime for Babies Babies and their caregivers are invited to participate in a 20-minute lapsit program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and movement. A 30-minute Stay and Play follows storytime. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Local History Help Hours 11:00am–1:00pm Adults, Everyone Main Library in Hillsborough This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Age Group: Adults, Everyone Program Type: Cultural Event Details: Local History Help Hours, Tuesdays from 11am to 1pm in the Local History Area at Main Library located at 137 West Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278
12 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Guided Mindfulness Meditation 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Main Library in Hillsborough Closed Registrion Enabled This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Room: Main Meeting Room 116 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registrion Enabled Event Details: Guided Mindfulness Meditation at Main Library in Hillsborough continues from 12-1pm on Tuesdays in October! For Adults only. Registration is required for each session.
1 pm	This event is in the "High School" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sew Together 1:00pm–4:00pm High School, Adults Main Library in Hillsborough Closed Registrion Enabled This event is in the "High School" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Room: Main Meeting Room 116 Age Group: High School, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registrion Enabled Event Details: Join us for an afternoon of sewing. Bring your sewing machine and your current project. Or use our space to spread out for cutting patterns or to enjoy the company of other sewists while you catch up on some hand-stitching.
2 pm							This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group Haunted Art and Snacks, Grades 6-12 2:00pm–4:00pm Middle School, High School Main Library in Hillsborough Closed Registrion Enabled This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Room: Main Meeting Room 116 Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registrion Enabled Event Details: Celebrate spooky season with a relaxing afternoon of painting, snacks, and fun! Disclaimer(s) 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.
3 pm		This event is in the "Young Child" group WonderKids - Build it! Block it! Blast it! 3:45pm–4:30pm Young Child Main Library in Hillsborough This event is in the "Young Child" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Room: Main Meeting Room 116 Age Group: Young Child Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring Event Details: WonderKids is an exciting and engaging program designed to spark curiosity in older preschoolers through interactive, hands-on activities that explore the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. 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.
4 pm			This event is in the "K - 2nd Grade" group This event is in the "3rd - 5th Grade" group Magical Creature Mania - Kids at OCPL Main, K-5th 4:00pm–5:00pm K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade Main Library in Hillsborough This event is in the "K - 2nd Grade" group This event is in the "3rd - 5th Grade" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Room: Main Meeting Room 116 Age Group: K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Trivia, Recurring Event Details: Step into a world of wonder and whimsy as we explore mythical and magical creatures! 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 us at library@orangecountync.gov. 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. 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.		This event is in the "3rd - 5th Grade" group Tate Godwin-Kid's Author Talk and Workshop, Grades 3-5 4:00pm–5:00pm 3rd - 5th Grade Main Library in Hillsborough Closed Registrion Enabled This event is in the "3rd - 5th Grade" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Room: Main Meeting Room 116 Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade Program Type: Author Events, Workshop & Classes Registrion Enabled Event Details: We have a special guest coming to our Library! 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 us at library@orangecountync.gov. 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. 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.
5 pm				This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group DIY Fall Candles, Grades 6-12 5:00pm–6:00pm Middle School, High School Main Library in Hillsborough Closed Registrion Enabled This event is in the "Middle School" group This event is in the "High School" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Room: Main Meeting Room 116 Age Group: Middle School, High School Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring Registrion Enabled Event Details: Celebrate the cozy season by creating your own fall-scented candle! Learn the basics of candle-making and mix autumn-inspired scents like pumpkin spice, apple cinnamon, or vanilla chai. All supplies provided—just bring your creativity. 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 us at library@orangecountync.gov.
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Tuesday Evening Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Main Library in Hillsborough Closed Registrion Enabled This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough Room: Main Meeting Room 116 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registrion Enabled 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.