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History Hunters

Wednesday, May 20, 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.

arts oak

Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

Wednesday, May 20, 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, May 20, 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, May 20, 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.

Searching & Applying for Jobs: Instructor - Britt Newsome

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Albemarle Learning Lounge at Albemarle
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Learning Lounge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Stanly County Public Library, in partnership with Stanly Community College, is offering a workshop focused on providing essential tips and guidelines for effective job searching and application.

Baby Storytime

Albemarle Baby Bookworms

Thursday, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 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.

Craft & Create Social- Norwood

Norwood NeedleBugs

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Norwood
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: Norwood
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Craft & Create Social

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

Loc ST

Locust Storytime

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Locust
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children
Storytime:

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

Library Branch: Locust
Age Group: Babies, 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.

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day 5/23 - 5/25
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 Memorial Day on May 23rd through May 25th.

Badin ST

Badin Preschool Story/Craft Time

Tuesday, May 26, 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.

book alb

Talking Titles Book Club

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Book Club:

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

Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club

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

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Health & Wellness- Albemarle

Albemarle Chair Yoga

Tuesday, May 26, 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.

leash loc

Locust Literacy On A Leash

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Locust
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: Locust
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.

Alb ST

Albemarle Storytime

Wednesday, May 27, 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, May 27, 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, May 27, 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.

arts oak

Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

Wednesday, May 27, 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.

leash Nor

Norwood Literacy On a Leash With Onyx

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norwood
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: Norwood
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.

Baby Storytime

Albemarle Baby Bookworms

Thursday, May 28, 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, May 28, 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.