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History Hunters

Wednesday, April 1, 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.

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Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

Wednesday, April 1, 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.

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Norwood Read It! Draw It!

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Norwood
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts:

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

Library Branch: Norwood
Age Group: Children, Teens
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.

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Oakboro Literacy On A Leash With Onyx

Wednesday, April 1, 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 2, 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.

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Albemarle Shake, Rattle, & Roll

Thursday, April 2, 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 2, 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.

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Badin After School Bunch

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Badin
Age Group:
Babies, Children
Library Branch: Badin
Age Group: Babies, Children
Event Details:

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.

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Albemarle American Sign Language

Thursday, April 2, 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 2, 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. 

 

Closed for Good Friday

All Day 4/3 - 4/4
Albemarle, Badin, Locust, Norwood, Oakboro, History Center, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Albemarle, Badin, Locust, Norwood, Oakboro, History Center, Off Site
Description:

We will be closed for Good Friday on April 3rd and 4th.

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Albemarle Read to Me, Too

Monday, April 6, 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 6, 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

Craft & Create Social- Oakboro

Oakboro Crochet

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Oakboro
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: Oakboro
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.

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Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

Monday, April 6, 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.

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Badin Relax & Create

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Badin
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Badin
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

All supplies are furnished for anyone who wants to come work on art projects during the hour. 

Games & Hobbies- Badin

Badin Mahjong

Monday, April 6, 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 Teen Book Club

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Oakboro
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens
Book Club:

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

Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club

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

Games & Hobbies- Albemarle

Albemarle Bingo

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle
Program Type:
Games & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Hobbies
Event Details:

Enjoy several games of bingo. Please bring a small new or gently used prize to contribute to our prize table! 

Health & Wellness- Albemarle

Albemarle Chair Yoga

Tuesday, April 7, 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 7, 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 7, 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 7, 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. 

 

Alb ST

Albemarle Storytime

Wednesday, April 8, 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 8, 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 8, 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.