The Rot Squad: Composting with Worms
Observe red wiggler worms working in a library bin, then learn the basics of vermicomposting and food scrap recycling. A hands-on environmental learning program for children ages 5–11.
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Learn practical vermicomposting techniques and decorate a library worm bin in an inclusive, hands-on gardening activity designed especially for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while welcoming everyone.
Learn practical vermicomposting techniques and decorate a library worm bin in an inclusive, hands-on gardening activity designed especially for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while welcoming everyone.
Mash fresh local cabbage with salt and learn how time transforms it into sauerkraut. This hands-on food preservation demonstration covers fermentation science, safety basics, and simple steps to try at home.
Mash fresh local cabbage with salt and learn how time transforms it into sauerkraut. This hands-on food preservation demonstration covers fermentation science, safety basics, and simple steps to try at home.
Mash fresh local cabbage with salt and learn how time transforms it into sauerkraut. This hands-on food preservation demonstration covers fermentation science, safety basics, and simple steps to try at home.
Build reading confidence through one-on-one practice aloud with Toddy, a therapy dog, in a welcoming library setting. Appointment-based sessions support elementary-aged children and adults developing literacy skills.
Build reading confidence through one-on-one practice aloud with Toddy, a therapy dog, in a welcoming library setting. Appointment-based sessions support elementary-aged children and adults developing literacy skills.
Build reading confidence through one-on-one practice aloud with Toddy, a therapy dog, in a welcoming library setting. Appointment-based sessions support elementary-aged children and adults developing literacy skills.
Young children create personalized rock art with colorful designs, then add their creations to a growing community Rock Snake. Designed for ages three to six; registration is required.
Young children create personalized rock art with colorful designs, then add their creations to a growing community Rock Snake. Designed for ages three to six; registration is required.
Young children create personalized rock art with colorful designs, then add their creations to a growing community Rock Snake. Designed for ages three to six; registration is required.
Turn wooden boards, nails, and colorful string into autumn pumpkin artwork in a hands-on creative workshop for teens ages 11–17. Registration is required.
Turn wooden boards, nails, and colorful string into autumn pumpkin artwork in a hands-on creative workshop for teens ages 11–17. Registration is required.
Turn wooden boards, nails, and colorful string into autumn pumpkin artwork in a hands-on creative workshop for teens ages 11–17. Registration is required.
A child-friendly storytime with the Center Pigeon Fire Department brings Fire Prevention Week lessons to young readers through stories and community connection. Learn simple fire safety ideas in a welcoming library setting.
A child-friendly storytime with the Center Pigeon Fire Department brings Fire Prevention Week lessons to young readers through stories and community connection. Learn simple fire safety ideas in a welcoming library setting.
A child-friendly storytime with the Center Pigeon Fire Department brings Fire Prevention Week lessons to young readers through stories and community connection. Learn simple fire safety ideas in a welcoming library setting.
Children ages 2–6 wiggle, sing, and move through an interactive storytime blending music, movement, and early literacy. Playful songs and stories make this a lively library activity for young children.
Children ages 2–6 wiggle, sing, and move through an interactive storytime blending music, movement, and early literacy. Playful songs and stories make this a lively library activity for young children.
Children ages 2–6 wiggle, sing, and move through an interactive storytime blending music, movement, and early literacy. Playful songs and stories make this a lively library activity for young children.
Casual, drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists, with boards and pieces provided. Curiosity and a love of the game are all that’s needed for friendly play.
Casual, drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists, with boards and pieces provided. Curiosity and a love of the game are all that’s needed for friendly play.
Casual, drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists, with boards and pieces provided. Curiosity and a love of the game are all that’s needed for friendly play.
A welcoming public library gathering for children ages 0–5, creating space for young children and families to connect through an early childhood community program.
A welcoming public library gathering for children ages 0–5, creating space for young children and families to connect through an early childhood community program.
A welcoming public library gathering for children ages 0–5, creating space for young children and families to connect through an early childhood community program.
Help tend a community garden during an all-ages outdoor workday, with gloves and water bottle in hand. Dress for changing fall weather and pitch in alongside neighbors.
Help tend a community garden during an all-ages outdoor workday, with gloves and water bottle in hand. Dress for changing fall weather and pitch in alongside neighbors.
Help tend a community garden during an all-ages outdoor workday, with gloves and water bottle in hand. Dress for changing fall weather and pitch in alongside neighbors.
Galaxy collage-making, obstacle-course challenges, and brain teasers turn Star Wars Reads Month into an imaginative, school-age adventure, with Apprentice awards and optional costumes for grades K–5.
Galaxy collage-making, obstacle-course challenges, and brain teasers turn Star Wars Reads Month into an imaginative, school-age adventure, with Apprentice awards and optional costumes for grades K–5.
Galaxy collage-making, obstacle-course challenges, and brain teasers turn Star Wars Reads Month into an imaginative, school-age adventure, with Apprentice awards and optional costumes for grades K–5.
Explore forests, deserts, and other biomes while learning how plants and animals adapt to survive. Familiar Pokémon provide playful examples for elementary students in grades K–5.
Explore forests, deserts, and other biomes while learning how plants and animals adapt to survive. Familiar Pokémon provide playful examples for elementary students in grades K–5.
Explore forests, deserts, and other biomes while learning how plants and animals adapt to survive. Familiar Pokémon provide playful examples for elementary students in grades K–5.
Little ones explore a hands-on pumpkin craft with paints, glue, paper, markers, and crayons in a playful, sensory-friendly library activity designed for children ages two and younger.
Little ones explore a hands-on pumpkin craft with paints, glue, paper, markers, and crayons in a playful, sensory-friendly library activity designed for children ages two and younger.
Little ones explore a hands-on pumpkin craft with paints, glue, paper, markers, and crayons in a playful, sensory-friendly library activity designed for children ages two and younger.
Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A cozy library morning that supports early literacy and caregiver child connection.
Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A cozy library morning that supports early literacy and caregiver child connection.
Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A cozy library morning that supports early literacy and caregiver child connection.
Meet live native birds of prey and discover their distinctive adaptations, ecological roles, and conservation needs. Rangers share ways children and families can help protect these winged ambassadors.
Meet live native birds of prey and discover their distinctive adaptations, ecological roles, and conservation needs. Rangers share ways children and families can help protect these winged ambassadors.
Meet live native birds of prey and discover their distinctive adaptations, ecological roles, and conservation needs. Rangers share ways children and families can help protect these winged ambassadors.
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Explore raccoon behavior, nighttime habits, and adaptations with a North Carolina Park Ranger through an engaging nature program. A children’s book reading and hands-on activity welcome families and curious learners of all ages.
Explore raccoon behavior, nighttime habits, and adaptations with a North Carolina Park Ranger through an engaging nature program. A children’s book reading and hands-on activity welcome families and curious learners of all ages.
A child-focused introduction to spiders and other eight-legged creatures explores their ecological roles and challenges common misconceptions. Designed for elementary students, the program connects arachnology with nature learning.
A child-focused introduction to spiders and other eight-legged creatures explores their ecological roles and challenges common misconceptions. Designed for elementary students, the program connects arachnology with nature learning.
A child-focused introduction to spiders and other eight-legged creatures explores their ecological roles and challenges common misconceptions. Designed for elementary students, the program connects arachnology with nature learning.
Hands-on LEGO building gives K–5 students a creative, playful space to construct and experiment. This school-age library activity takes place ahead of the holiday closure.
Hands-on LEGO building gives K–5 students a creative, playful space to construct and experiment. This school-age library activity takes place ahead of the holiday closure.
Hands-on LEGO building gives K–5 students a creative, playful space to construct and experiment. This school-age library activity takes place ahead of the holiday closure.
Explore Western North Carolina arachnids beyond spiders, learning how to identify them by their features and discover where they live. A fun, nature-focused program introduces local wildlife and ecoEXPLORE.
Explore Western North Carolina arachnids beyond spiders, learning how to identify them by their features and discover where they live. A fun, nature-focused program introduces local wildlife and ecoEXPLORE.
Explore Western North Carolina arachnids beyond spiders, learning how to identify them by their features and discover where they live. A fun, nature-focused program introduces local wildlife and ecoEXPLORE.
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Children bring beloved stuffed animals for playful check-ups and pretend medical care, with local “surgeons” accepting plush patients for minor repairs and returning them good as new.
Children bring beloved stuffed animals for playful check-ups and pretend medical care, with local “surgeons” accepting plush patients for minor repairs and returning them good as new.