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Albemarle Stage & Story

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Albemarle Learning Lounge at Albemarle
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Workshop:

Learn something new through an interactive session led by staff or guest experts.

Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Learning Lounge
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Learn something new through an interactive session led by staff or guest experts.

Kids ages 6–11 can explore the basics of theater in this fun 45-minute workshop. Each session features a new theme with acting games, imagination exercises, or beginner theater skills. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Albemarle Read to Me, Too

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Albemarle Learning Lounge at Albemarle
Program Type:
Read To Me, Too
Age Group:
Adults
Read to Me, Too:

A librarian will read books to adults with developmental disabilities. 

Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Learning Lounge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Read To Me, Too

A librarian will read books to adults with developmental disabilities. 

Craft & Create Social- Locust

Locust Quilting 101

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Locust
Program Type:
Craft & Create Social
Age Group:
Adults
Craft & Create Social:

Bring your supplies and enjoy socializing while working on your current project. 

Library Branch: Locust
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Craft & Create Social
Event Details:

Bring your supplies and enjoy socializing while working on your current project. 

Please join us for Quilting 101 every Monday 1:30PM-3:00PM at the Locust Library Branch 

Please call to reserve a spot 704-888-0103

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Oakboro Book Chat

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Oakboro
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Book Club:

Join fellow readers for lively discussion and a chance to share your thoughts!

Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join fellow readers for lively discussion and a chance to share your thoughts!

Come to Oakboro for an opportunity to chat about what you are currently reading.

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Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Oakboro
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Arts & Crafts:

Get creative with us! This free program includes all supplies—just bring your imagination.

Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Get creative with us! This free program includes all supplies—just bring your imagination.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Games & Hobbies- Badin

Badin Mahjong

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Badin
Program Type:
Games & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Games & Hobbies:

Enjoy fun, low-pressure activities for all ages, from classic games to strategy challenges and creative pastimes. A great way to learn something new, meet people, and unwind at the...

Library Branch: Badin
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Hobbies
Event Details:

Enjoy fun, low-pressure activities for all ages, from classic games to strategy challenges and creative pastimes. A great way to learn something new, meet people, and unwind at the library.

Mahjong is a traditional tile-based game that originated in China and is typically played by four players. The game uses a set of 144 tiles featuring symbols, characters, and suits similar to playing cards.

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Oakboro Literacy On A Leash

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Oakboro
Program Type:
Literacy On a Leash
Age Group:
Children
Literacy On a Leash:

Children can register to read with a certified therapy dog in a calm, judgment-free environment. This special reading time helps build confidence and encourages a love of reading—o...

Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Literacy On a Leash

Children can register to read with a certified therapy dog in a calm, judgment-free environment. This special reading time helps build confidence and encourages a love of reading—one wag at a time! Registration is required- call your branch to register for a timeslot.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Badin ST

Badin Preschool Story/Craft Time

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Badin
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children
Storytime:

Stories, songs, and fun activities designed to spark a love of reading in young children.

Library Branch: Badin
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Stories, songs, and fun activities designed to spark a love of reading in young children.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Health & Wellness- Albemarle

Albemarle Med Instead of Meds

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Health & Wellness:

Learn simple ways to support a healthy lifestyle through talks, activities, or demonstrations.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 14, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn simple ways to support a healthy lifestyle through talks, activities, or demonstrations.

Extension Agent Hayley Cowell will help us jump start our health and nutrition in 2026 with an overview of  the Mediterranean diet. Whether you are a first-timer or just need a refresher, feel free to  join us.

Health & Wellness- Albemarle

Albemarle Chair Yoga

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Certified yoga instructor leads class downstairs in the meeting room; no mat or experience needed.

Health & Wellness- Albemarle

Albemarle Little Lights

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Albemarle Learning Lounge at Albemarle
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Learning Lounge
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Tillery Compassionate Care will be facilitating a monthly grief support program for children who have experienced loss of a loved one.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Albemarle American Sign Language

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Albemarle Learning Lounge at Albemarle
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 14, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Learning Lounge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn the unspoken word and expand your language skills. This fun engaging class will help you learn beginning signs, phrases, and conversational ASL. 

 

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Albemarle Storytime

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Albemarle Learning Lounge at Albemarle
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Storytime:

Stories, songs, and fun activities designed to spark a love of reading in young children.

Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Learning Lounge
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Stories, songs, and fun activities designed to spark a love of reading in young children.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Craft & Create Social- Locust

Locust Knitting & Crocheting

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Locust
Program Type:
Craft & Create Social
Age Group:
Everyone
Craft & Create Social:

Bring your supplies and enjoy socializing while working on your current project. 

Library Branch: Locust
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Craft & Create Social

Bring your supplies and enjoy socializing while working on your current project. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

History Hunters

History Hunters

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
History Center
Program Type:
History Hunters
Age Group:
Children
History Hunters:

Join us to introduce kids to a fun history highlight with engaging stories and a hands-on craft. Perfect for young learners curious about the past! (This program immediately follow...

Library Branch: History Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: History Hunters

Join us to introduce kids to a fun history highlight with engaging stories and a hands-on craft. Perfect for young learners curious about the past! (This program immediately follows our Albemarle Library Storytime on Wednesday mornings; park once and visit both!)

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Albemarle - Books & Balloons

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Albemarle Learning Lounge at Albemarle
Program Type:
Craft & Create Social, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Learning Lounge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Craft & Create Social, Workshop
Event Details:

Surround yourself with BOOKS and BRIGHT BALLOONS: Patrons can come, enjoy the cozy reading and togetherness with friends surrounded with bright balloons. We will provide balloons and patrons can blow them up to bring home. 

registration required

Albemarle - CPR Training for Public

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Learn Life-Saving Skills! FREE Hands-Only-CPR Training, Stop the Bleed, Overdose Recognition & Narcan Administration Good Samaritan Law. 

Presenter Mike Campbell, Training Division Chief SCEMS

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Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Oakboro
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Arts & Crafts:

Get creative with us! This free program includes all supplies—just bring your imagination.

Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Get creative with us! This free program includes all supplies—just bring your imagination.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Nor ST

Norwood Story/Craft Time

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Norwood
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children
Storytime:

Stories, songs, and fun activities designed to spark a love of reading in young children.

Library Branch: Norwood
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Stories, songs, and fun activities designed to spark a love of reading in young children.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Oakboro Literacy On A Leash With Onyx

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oakboro
Program Type:
Literacy On a Leash
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Literacy On a Leash:

Children can register to read with a certified therapy dog in a calm, judgment-free environment. This special reading time helps build confidence and encourages a love of reading—o...

Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Literacy On a Leash

Children can register to read with a certified therapy dog in a calm, judgment-free environment. This special reading time helps build confidence and encourages a love of reading—one wag at a time! Registration is required- call your branch to register for a timeslot.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Baby Storytime

Albemarle Baby Bookworms

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle
Program Type:
Baby Storytime
Age Group:
Babies
Baby Storytime:

Join us for an interactive lap-sit storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages two and under. Parents and caregivers will enjoy rhymes, songs, and simple stories while bonding ...

Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Baby Storytime

Join us for an interactive lap-sit storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages two and under. Parents and caregivers will enjoy rhymes, songs, and simple stories while bonding with their little ones.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

SRR

Albemarle Shake, Rattle, & Roll

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle
Program Type:
Shake, Rattle, & Roll
Age Group:
Babies
Shake, Rattle, & Roll:

Join us for Shake, Rattle, & Roll! In partnership with the Stanly County Partnership for Children, this fun music and movement program invites kids and caregivers of all ages t...

Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Shake, Rattle, & Roll

Join us for Shake, Rattle, & Roll! In partnership with the Stanly County Partnership for Children, this fun music and movement program invites kids and caregivers of all ages to sing, dance, and play together while building coordination and creativity.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Health & Wellness- Albemarle

Albemarle Chair Yoga

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Certified yoga instructor leads class downstairs in the meeting room; no mat or experience needed.

Badin ST

Badin After School Bunch

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Badin
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Hobbies, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children
Library Branch: Badin
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Hobbies, Storytime
Event Details:

Activities for school age children - Enjoy stories read, games, crafts, and more! Join us after school for this fun program!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for adults and older children with accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.