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Kids Explore - Building Buddies

4:00pm - 4:45pm
K - 2nd Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
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.

Join us at the Main Library for Building Buddies!

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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.

Chill & Create: Movie, Crafts, and Snacks, Grades 6-12

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Middle School, High School
Main Library in Hillsborough
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Kick back, craft, and chill!

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.

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up

9:00am - 10:30am
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up | First and fourth Fridays of the month from 9am to 10:30am at Main Library located at 137 West Margaret Lane, Hil

Inclusive Minds Youth Social Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School
Main Library in Hillsborough
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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: 22
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 interactio

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.

Slime Lab, 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 116
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Slime Lab: Mix, Create, Squish!

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.

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up

9:00am - 10:30am
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up | First and fourth Fridays of the month from 9am to 10:30am at Main Library located at 137 West Margaret Lane, Hil

WonderKids - Let the Music Move You!

3:45pm - 4:30pm
Young Child
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Young Child
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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.

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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.

Mini Terrariums: Craft Your Own Green World, Grades 6-12

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Middle School, High School
Main Library in Hillsborough
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a hands-on crafting experience as we create unique mini terrariums! Design your own tiny ecosystem using plants, rocks, and decorative elements. Perfect for nature lovers and budding gardeners!

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.

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! 

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up

9:00am - 10:30am
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up | First and fourth Fridays of the month from 9am to 10:30am at Main Library located at 137 West Margaret Lane, Hil

Sew Together

1:00pm - 4:00pm
High School, Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

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! 

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up

9:00am - 10:30am
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up | First and fourth Fridays of the month from 9am to 10:30am at Main Library located at 137 West Margaret Lane, Hil

Closed for Easter

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Cybrary in Carrboro (CLOSED), 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, Cybrary in Carrboro (CLOSED), Online Event, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed Sunday April 20 for Easter.

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up

9:00am - 10:30am
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up | First and fourth Fridays of the month from 9am to 10:30am at Main Library located at 137 West Margaret Lane, Hil

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Cybrary in Carrboro (CLOSED), Online Event, Offsite
Description:

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

Sew Together

1:00pm - 4:00pm
High School, Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Closed for Juneteenth

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Cybrary in Carrboro (CLOSED), 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, Cybrary in Carrboro (CLOSED), Online Event, Offsite
Description:

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

Sew Together

1:00pm - 4:00pm
High School, Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Closed for Labor Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Cybrary in Carrboro (CLOSED), Online Event, Offsite
Description:

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

Sew Together

1:00pm - 4:00pm
High School, Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: High School, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27 - 11/28
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Cybrary in Carrboro (CLOSED), Online Event, Offsite
Description:

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