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Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Oakboro

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Oakboro Literacy On A Leash

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Oakboro

Program Type:

Literacy On a Leash

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Literacy On a Leash
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Badin Preschool Story/Craft Time

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Badin

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Babies, Children
Library Branch: Badin
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Health & Wellness- Albemarle

Albemarle Chair Yoga

Tuesday, January 13, 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:

Enjoy 30 minutes of chair yoga downstairs. No experience or mats needed. 

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Albemarle Storytime

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Albemarle Youth Services Department at Albemarle

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Youth Services Department
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
History Hunters

History Hunters

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
History Center

Program Type:

History Hunters

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: History Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: History Hunters
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Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Oakboro

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Baby Storytime

Albemarle Baby Bookworms

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle

Program Type:

Baby Storytime

Age Group:

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

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle

Program Type:

Baby Storytime, Shake, Rattle, & Roll

Age Group:

Babies
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Baby Storytime, Shake, Rattle, & Roll
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Badin After School Bunch

Thursday, January 15, 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!

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Albemarle Read to Me, Too

10:00am–11:00am
Albemarle
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Read To Me, Too

A librarian will read books to adults with developmental disabilities. 

Oakboro Book Chat

2:00pm–3:00pm
Oakboro
Adults
Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

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

Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

2:00pm–5:00pm
Oakboro
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
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.

Oakboro Literacy On A Leash

6:00pm–6:45pm
Oakboro
Children
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 Preschool Story/Craft Time

10:30am–11:00am
Badin
Babies, 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.

Med Instead of Meds

12:00pm–1:15pm
Albemarle
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 13, 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.

Albemarle Chair Yoga

3:00pm–3:30pm
Albemarle
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

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

Enjoy 30 minutes of chair yoga downstairs. No experience or mats needed. 

Albemarle Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Albemarle
Children
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Youth Services Department
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.

Locust Knitting & Crocheting

10:00am–12:00pm
Locust
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Locust
Age Group: Teens, Adults
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.

Books & Blankets

10:00am–2:00pm
Albemarle
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Learning Lounge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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

Patrons can bring their blankets to enjoy some cozy reading, hot chocolate, and treats in the Learning Lounge. This is a drop-in, but feel free to stay from 10-2, and enjoy the company of other readers. 

History Hunters

11:00am–11:30am
History Center
Children
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.

Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

2:00pm–5:00pm
Oakboro
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
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.

Norwood Book Bugs

3:00pm–4:00pm
Norwood
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Norwood
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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

December Selection: "The Santa Suit" by Mary Kay Andrews

Albemarle Baby Bookworms

10:00am–10:45am
Albemarle
Babies
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.

Albemarle Shake, Rattle, & Roll

10:45am–11:15am
Albemarle
Babies
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Baby Storytime, 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.

Albemarle Chair Yoga

12:30pm–1:00pm
Albemarle
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Enjoy 30 minutes of chair yoga downstairs. No experience or mats needed. 

Badin After School Bunch

4:00pm–5:00pm
Badin
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.

Norwood NeedleBugs

10:30am–12:30pm
Norwood
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Norwood
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Craft & Create Social

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

Locust Book Club

11:30am–1:00pm
Locust
Adults
Library Branch: Locust
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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

Join the Locust Library for our monthly book club. Every month we select a diverse range of books covering different genres, cultures, periods, etc. We meet in the upstairs meeting room of Pinnacle Bank every third Friday of the month.

Chess & Lego

2:00pm–4:00pm
Albemarle
Everyone
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Upstairs Public Space
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: 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.

Albemarle Read to Me, Too

10:00am–11:00am
Albemarle
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Read To Me, Too

A librarian will read books to adults with developmental disabilities. 

Oakboro Crochet

2:00pm–3:00pm
Oakboro
Everyone
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.

Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

2:00pm–5:00pm
Oakboro
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Oakboro
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
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.

Norwood Relax & Color Drop In

5:30pm–6:30pm
Norwood
Everyone
Library Branch: Norwood
Age Group: Everyone
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.