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Library Closed Due To Inclement Weather

12:00pm–7:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library in Hillsborough, Southern Branch in Carrboro, Online Event, Offsite
Description:

Due to the incoming storm, both Orange County Public Library locations will now be closing at 12:00pm on Monday, March 16th.

Candy Sushi, Grades 6-12

5:00pm–6:00pm
Middle School, High School
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registrion Enabled
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:

No fish required! Teens are invited to roll their own candy sushi using a variety of sweet treats.

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.

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.

Discovery Force - She Did That!

4:00pm–5:00pm
3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Trivia, Recurring, Technology Program
Event Details:

Celebrate Women’s History Month by learning about inspiring women through stories and activities. Participants will reflect on their own dreams and create empowering artwork to take home. Designed for children in grades 3–5.

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.

Tenango Embroidery with Cubre tu Cabeza, No tu Corazón

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Southern Branch in Carrboro
Closed
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Southern Branch in Carrboro
Room: Southern Meeting Room 114
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural, Workshop & Classes
Registrion Enabled
Event Details:

Learn Tenango embroidery, a traditional Otomi craft from Hidalgo, Mexico in a supportive environment.

Cupcakes and a Movie, Grades 6-12

2:00pm–4:00pm
Middle School, High School
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie
Registrion Enabled
Event Details:

Kick back and enjoy a sweet Saturday afternoon at the library! Teens will decorate their own cupcakes with frosting, sprinkles, and fun toppings, then settle in to watch a movie together.

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.

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.

Hobby Buffet: Try New Things!

1:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Southern Branch in Carrboro
Register
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Southern Branch in Carrboro
Room: Flex Space
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registrion Enabled
Event Details:

Do you want to try new things, but don't want to spend money on supplies for something you might not like?

Curiosity Crew, K-2 - Crack the Code!

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, Games & Trivia, Recurring
Event Details:

Calling all curious kids! Become junior detectives this week and learn how to crack simple codes, create your own secret decoders, and write invisible messages!

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.

Literary Peeps Show Voting Begins, March 26-April 9

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 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest at the Main Library in Hillsborough! 

Discovery Force: Create It! Open Art Studio

4:00pm–5:00pm
3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Trivia, Recurring, Technology Program
Event Details:

Create It! Open Art Studio

Kids will explore different materials and techniques through hands-on, process-based art. Create at your own pace, at a variety of open art stations. Designed for kids in grades 3 - 5.

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.

"Bad" Art Night at Main

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registrion Enabled
Event Details:

Try something different and break out of perfectionism with prompts to spark random, creative ideas! Experienced artists and complete novices are all welcome.

Morning Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up

9:00am–10:30am
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registrion Enabled
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

Creative Journaling Meet-ups with Carolina Cozy Journaling Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Southern Branch in Carrboro
Register
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Southern Branch in Carrboro
Room: Southern Meeting Room 114
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Registrion Enabled
Event Details:

Lovers of journaling, stationery, and creative organization, come work together and socialize every two weeks on Friday evenings, starting Feb 13!

Tenango Embroidery with Cubre tu Cabeza, No tu Corazón

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Southern Branch in Carrboro
Closed
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Southern Branch in Carrboro
Room: Southern Meeting Room 114
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural, Workshop & Classes
Registrion Enabled
Event Details:

Learn Tenango embroidery, a traditional Otomi craft from Hidalgo, Mexico in a supportive environment.

Closed for Good Friday

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

All library locations will be closed on Friday, April 3rd in observance of Good Friday.

Closed for Easter

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

All library locations will be closed on Sunday, April 5th in observance of Easter.

Curiosity Crew, K-2: Magical Music Makers

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, Games & Trivia, Recurring
Event Details:

Calling all curious kids! The Curiosity Crew is a program where Kindergarten–2nd graders can build, create, and discover through fun projects in art, science, and beyond.

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.

Plant Pot Painting, Grades 6-12

5:00pm–6:00pm
Middle School, High School
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registrion Enabled
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 spring with a little paint and a lot of creativity! Teens will design and decorate their own plant pot using paint pens, brushes, and fun embellishments.

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.

Discovery Force-Create a Plant Maze!

4:00pm–5:00pm
3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Trivia, Technology Program
Event Details:

Create a Plant Maze! 

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.

Afternoon Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up

1:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Main Library in Hillsborough
Register
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registrion Enabled
Event Details:

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up - Added Time!

Creative Journaling Meet-ups with Carolina Cozy Journaling Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Southern Branch in Carrboro
Register
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Southern Branch in Carrboro
Room: Southern Meeting Room 114
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Registrion Enabled
Event Details:

Lovers of journaling, stationery, and creative organization, come work together and socialize every two weeks on Friday evenings, starting Feb 13!

Hobby Buffet: Try New Things!

1:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Southern Branch in Carrboro
Register
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Southern Branch in Carrboro
Room: Flex Space
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registrion Enabled
Event Details:

Do you want to try new things, but don't want to spend money on supplies for something you might not like?

Wonderkids - Celebrate our Earth!

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:

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.

Scrap and Yap Journaling in Teen Center

5:00pm–6:00pm
Middle School, High School
Southern Branch in Carrboro
Register
Registrion Enabled
Library Branch: Southern Branch in Carrboro
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registrion Enabled
Event Details:

Hang out in the Teen Center

to Scrap and Yap with Southern Branch library!

Join us for an hour of collage and "junk" journaling. All materials will be provided, including a new journal for all participants!

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.

Discovery Force-Environmental Superheroes

4:00pm–5:00pm
3rd - 5th Grade
Main Library in Hillsborough
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room 116
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Trivia, Recurring, Technology Program
Event Details:

Capes not required! Join us to learn about environmental superheroes like John Muir, Rachel Carson, Xiye Bastida, and Sylvia Earle. Through stories and hands-on activities, kids will see how protecting the Earth can start at any age.

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.