eBook & Audiobook Basics
Learn to borrow eBooks and audiobooks through Libby and Hoopla using a library card. This introductory digital literacy class explains how to access the library’s collection anytime online.
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Build digital library skills with a free, librarian-led tutorial on managing your account, searching the catalog, finding reading recommendations, accessing ebooks and streaming media, and discovering upcoming events.
Build digital library skills with a free, librarian-led tutorial on managing your account, searching the catalog, finding reading recommendations, accessing ebooks and streaming media, and discovering upcoming events.
Build digital library skills with a free, librarian-led tutorial on managing your account, searching the catalog, finding reading recommendations, accessing ebooks and streaming media, and discovering upcoming events.
Learn to use a library card to access the NC Digital Library’s audiobooks, e-books, and magazines through Libby. A brief presentation and drop-in help cover installation and app troubleshooting.
Learn to use a library card to access the NC Digital Library’s audiobooks, e-books, and magazines through Libby. A brief presentation and drop-in help cover installation and app troubleshooting.
Learn to use a library card to access the NC Digital Library’s audiobooks, e-books, and magazines through Libby. A brief presentation and drop-in help cover installation and app troubleshooting.
Build practical digital confidence by completing online forms, adjusting computer settings, and managing system updates. This supportive, interactive class helps adult beginners strengthen everyday technology skills.
Build practical digital confidence by completing online forms, adjusting computer settings, and managing system updates. This supportive, interactive class helps adult beginners strengthen everyday technology skills.
Build practical digital confidence by completing online forms, adjusting computer settings, and managing system updates. This supportive, interactive class helps adult beginners strengthen everyday technology skills.
Hands-on beginner instruction builds confidence with desktop navigation, taskbars, computer components, device types, and file organization in a supportive setting for adults refreshing or developing essential technology skills.
Hands-on beginner instruction builds confidence with desktop navigation, taskbars, computer components, device types, and file organization in a supportive setting for adults refreshing or developing essential technology skills.
Hands-on beginner instruction builds confidence with desktop navigation, taskbars, computer components, device types, and file organization in a supportive setting for adults refreshing or developing essential technology skills.
Build practical computer confidence through hands-on keyboard practice, introductory typing, shortcut commands, and key functions for navigating applications. A supportive, interactive class welcomes adult beginners and learners refreshing their skills.
Build practical computer confidence through hands-on keyboard practice, introductory typing, shortcut commands, and key functions for navigating applications. A supportive, interactive class welcomes adult beginners and learners refreshing their skills.
Build practical computer confidence through hands-on keyboard practice, introductory typing, shortcut commands, and key functions for navigating applications. A supportive, interactive class welcomes adult beginners and learners refreshing their skills.
Learn practical Windows 11 skills for saving, locating, moving, and organizing photos and documents, with hands-on guidance on library laptops and tips for retrieving scattered digital files.
Learn practical Windows 11 skills for saving, locating, moving, and organizing photos and documents, with hands-on guidance on library laptops and tips for retrieving scattered digital files.
Learn practical Windows 11 skills for saving, locating, moving, and organizing photos and documents, with hands-on guidance on library laptops and tips for retrieving scattered digital files.
Learn to use the Libby app with library cards to borrow e-books, e-audiobooks, and read-alongs. Explore age-appropriate digital resources and practical ways to build reading into family routines.
Learn to use the Libby app with library cards to borrow e-books, e-audiobooks, and read-alongs. Explore age-appropriate digital resources and practical ways to build reading into family routines.
Learn to use the Libby app with library cards to borrow e-books, e-audiobooks, and read-alongs. Explore age-appropriate digital resources and practical ways to build reading into family routines.
Build practical internet navigation and email skills in the second session of a digital literacy course. Complete Northstar assessments for a chance to earn a free laptop through Land of Sky.
Build practical internet navigation and email skills in the second session of a digital literacy course. Complete Northstar assessments for a chance to earn a free laptop through Land of Sky.
Build practical internet navigation and email skills in the second session of a digital literacy course. Complete Northstar assessments for a chance to earn a free laptop through Land of Sky.
Tech Support
MoreGet hands-on help troubleshooting phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, and apps in a welcoming one-on-one session. Learn to use Libby audiobooks and eBooks, access the NC Cardinal catalog, and manage book requests or renewals.
Get hands-on help troubleshooting phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, and apps in a welcoming one-on-one session. Learn to use Libby audiobooks and eBooks, access the NC Cardinal catalog, and manage book requests or renewals.
Get hands-on help troubleshooting phones, laptops, tablets, Kindles, and apps in a welcoming one-on-one session. Learn to use Libby audiobooks and eBooks, access the NC Cardinal catalog, and manage book requests or renewals.
Build strong passwords, secure accounts and devices, and recognize common online threats in a practical adult learning session on internet safety, privacy, and everyday cybersecurity habits.
Build strong passwords, secure accounts and devices, and recognize common online threats in a practical adult learning session on internet safety, privacy, and everyday cybersecurity habits.
Build strong passwords, secure accounts and devices, and recognize common online threats in a practical adult learning session on internet safety, privacy, and everyday cybersecurity habits.
Practical discussions and Q&A help Apple users and curious beginners explore iPhones, iPads, Macs, and other devices, with meeting topics changing to suit the group’s interests.
Practical discussions and Q&A help Apple users and curious beginners explore iPhones, iPads, Macs, and other devices, with meeting topics changing to suit the group’s interests.
Practical discussions and Q&A help Apple users and curious beginners explore iPhones, iPads, Macs, and other devices, with meeting topics changing to suit the group’s interests.
Get practical, one-on-one help with phones, laptops, tablets, apps, and e-readers, including Libby setup and NC Cardinal catalog access. Build confidence navigating everyday technology and library services.
Get practical, one-on-one help with phones, laptops, tablets, apps, and e-readers, including Libby setup and NC Cardinal catalog access. Build confidence navigating everyday technology and library services.
Get practical, one-on-one help with phones, laptops, tablets, apps, and e-readers, including Libby setup and NC Cardinal catalog access. Build confidence navigating everyday technology and library services.
Get practical, personalized help troubleshooting email, e-readers, smartphones, and laptops in a scheduled 30-minute session with a librarian, building everyday digital skills and solving device questions; advance booking is required.
Get practical, personalized help troubleshooting email, e-readers, smartphones, and laptops in a scheduled 30-minute session with a librarian, building everyday digital skills and solving device questions; advance booking is required.
Get practical, personalized help troubleshooting email, e-readers, smartphones, and laptops in a scheduled 30-minute session with a librarian, building everyday digital skills and solving device questions; advance booking is required.
Explore genealogy through shared family stories, then use library computers and research resources with guidance from staff. Beginners and experienced family historians can connect, exchange discoveries, and get hands-on research help.
Explore genealogy through shared family stories, then use library computers and research resources with guidance from staff. Beginners and experienced family historians can connect, exchange discoveries, and get hands-on research help.
Explore genealogy through shared family stories, then use library computers and research resources with guidance from staff. Beginners and experienced family historians can connect, exchange discoveries, and get hands-on research help.
Browse information on veterans’ benefits and community resources during a casual library lobby drop-in, with an opportunity to learn about support available to local veterans.
Browse information on veterans’ benefits and community resources during a casual library lobby drop-in, with an opportunity to learn about support available to local veterans.
Browse information on veterans’ benefits and community resources during a casual library lobby drop-in, with an opportunity to learn about support available to local veterans.
Bouncing Babies
MoreGentle early-literacy activities for babies ages 0–18 months and their caregivers, with lap rhymes, songs, stories, and hands-on playtime for exploration and connection.
Gentle early-literacy activities for babies ages 0–18 months and their caregivers, with lap rhymes, songs, stories, and hands-on playtime for exploration and connection.
Gentle early-literacy activities for babies ages 0–18 months and their caregivers, with lap rhymes, songs, stories, and hands-on playtime for exploration and connection.
Book Tasting
MoreYoung independent readers in grades 2–5 rotate through book tables, sampling blurbs and first pages to discover new genres and find engaging next reads.
Young independent readers in grades 2–5 rotate through book tables, sampling blurbs and first pages to discover new genres and find engaging next reads.
Young independent readers in grades 2–5 rotate through book tables, sampling blurbs and first pages to discover new genres and find engaging next reads.
Children and families take part in an early literacy storytime with songs, movement games, flannel board stories, and action rhymes, building language skills through playful group participation.
Children and families take part in an early literacy storytime with songs, movement games, flannel board stories, and action rhymes, building language skills through playful group participation.
Children and families take part in an early literacy storytime with songs, movement games, flannel board stories, and action rhymes, building language skills through playful group participation.
Learn step by step to transform loose pages into a handcrafted journal, sketchbook, or mini storybook. All materials are provided, and beginners ages 10 and up are welcome.
Learn step by step to transform loose pages into a handcrafted journal, sketchbook, or mini storybook. All materials are provided, and beginners ages 10 and up are welcome.
Learn step by step to transform loose pages into a handcrafted journal, sketchbook, or mini storybook. All materials are provided, and beginners ages 10 and up are welcome.
Toddler Time
MoreStories, finger plays, songs, action rhymes, and hands-on craft kits introduce toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years to playful early literacy and creative activities.
Stories, finger plays, songs, action rhymes, and hands-on craft kits introduce toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years to playful early literacy and creative activities.
Stories, finger plays, songs, action rhymes, and hands-on craft kits introduce toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years to playful early literacy and creative activities.