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Badin ST

Badin After School Bunch

Thursday, February 26, 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!

Loc ST

Locust Storytime

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Locust

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

Albemarle Chair Yoga

Tuesday, March 3, 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.

Alb ST

Albemarle Storytime

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Albemarle Learning Lounge at Albemarle

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

History Hunters

Wednesday, March 4, 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
arts norwood

Norwood Read It! Draw It!

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Norwood

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oakboro

Program Type:

Literacy On a Leash

Age Group:

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

Albemarle Baby Bookworms

Thursday, March 5, 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
SRR

Albemarle Shake, Rattle, & Roll

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Albemarle Meeting Room at Albemarle

Program Type:

Shake, Rattle, & Roll

Age Group:

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

Badin After School Bunch

Thursday, March 5, 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 Shake, Rattle, & Roll

10:45am–11:15am
Albemarle
Babies
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.

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:

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

Albemarle American Sign Language

5:00pm–6:30pm
Albemarle
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 19, 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. 

 

Norwood NeedleBugs

10:30am–12:30pm
Norwood
Adults
Library Branch: Norwood
Age Group: 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.

Albemarle Sensory Lab

1:00pm–3:00pm
Albemarle
Children, Everyone
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Learning Lounge
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Sensory Lab
Event Details:

Join us at the Albemarle Library for our sensory lab!

What is a sensory lab? A sensory lab is a quiet area with audio, visual, and tactile equipment to help develop motor skills and sensory processing.

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 Read to Me, Too

12:30pm–1:00pm
Albemarle
Adults
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. 

Locust Quilting 101

1:30pm–3:00pm
Locust
Adults
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

Oakboro Book Chat

2:00pm–3:00pm
Oakboro
Adults
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.

Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

2:00pm–5:00pm
Oakboro
Children
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.

Badin Relax & Create

5:00pm–6:00pm
Badin
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. 

Badin Mahjong

5:00pm–7:00pm
Badin
Adults
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.

Badin Preschool Story/Craft Time

10:30am–11:30am
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.

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:

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

Albemarle American Sign Language

5:00pm–6:30pm
Albemarle
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 24, 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. 

 

Locust Literacy On A Leash

5:30pm–6:45pm
Locust
Children
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.

Albemarle Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Albemarle
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.

Locust Knitting & Crocheting

10:00am–12:00pm
Locust
Everyone
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

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.

Albemarle How to Buy & Sell on Facebook Marketplace

11:00am–12:00pm
Albemarle
Adults
Library Branch: Albemarle
Room: Albemarle Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Curious about finding great deals or decluttering your home using Facebook Marketplace?

Oakboro Crafting Drop-In

2:00pm–5:00pm
Oakboro
Children
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.

Norwood Literacy On a Leash With Onyx

4:00pm–5:00pm
Norwood
Children
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.

Books and Banter

5:45pm–6:45pm
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!

Bring a book. Join the conversation.