CLOSED 5/3

Due to facility maintenance, we're CLOSED Friday (5/3), and so is our drive-thru book drop. No items will be due that day, and due dates have been adjusted!

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Summer Reading registration open to all ages May 1st through June 30th

Summer Reading Registration

All Day 5/1 - 6/30
Library Atrium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Summer Reading is here, and the adventure starts at your library! We've created a jungle cruise for all ages where anything could be around the next tree or river bend: Ancient rui...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Library Atrium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Summer Reading is here, and the adventure starts at your library!

Library Yoga, every Wednesday at 5:30pm and first Saturday monthly at 9:15am, intended for ages 18+

Library Yoga

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Helen Williams Reading Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Library Yoga:

Find your center with co-yogis CJ and Alle! Take some time for yourself with our free yoga class, combining techniques for your body and mind. This is a gentle-flow fitness experie...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Helen Williams Reading Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Find your center with co-yogis CJ and Alle! Take some time for yourself with our free yoga class, combining techniques for your body and mind. This is a gentle-flow fitness experience featuring mindfulness as well as exercise, perfect for those in search of meditation as well as physical wellbeing. Intended for ages 13+.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us ahead of the program or event date.

Crochet 101, 5-session course beginning February 17th at 1pm, intended for ages 13+

Crochet 101

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Teens
Event Details:

Welcome to the wonderful world of fiber arts and crafts! We're hosting a complete crochet course designed for beginners: You'll learn the basic stitches, how to start a project, ho...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Welcome to the wonderful world of fiber arts and crafts!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us ahead of the program or event date.

After-School Storytime, Mondays and Thursdays weekly at 4pm, intended for ages 12 and under

After-School Storytime

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
After-School Storytime:

Join Miss Atlanta for magical stories and a special matching craft! Intended for ages 12 and under.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Join Miss Atlanta for magical stories and a special matching craft! Intended for ages 12 and under.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

Zumba Gold, Mondays weekly at 6pm, intended for ages 18+

Zumba Gold

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Zumba Gold:

Zumba Gold is a lower-intensity version of the typical Zumba class, designed to meet the needs of less active adults by improving balance, posture, flexibility, and coordination wh...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Zumba Gold is a lower-intensity version of the typical Zumba class, designed to meet the needs of less active adults by improving balance, posture, flexibility, and coordination while having fun. Join Cindy and get moving! Intended for ages 13+.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us ahead of the program or event date.

Toddler Time, Tuesdays weekly at 10:15am, intended for ages 35 months and under

Toddler Time

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Toddler Time:

Join Miss Jess for stories, songs, and activities especially for little ones! Intended for ages 6-35 months.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Join Miss Jess for stories, songs, and activities especially for little ones! Intended for ages 6-35 months.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

The Lost Art of Letter Writing, every other Tuesday at 11am, intended for ages 13 and up, online registration required

The Lost Art of Letter Writing

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Teens
The Lost Art of Letter Writing:

The art of letter writing is a dying art. Join us and be one of the few helping to keep this wonderful and beautiful tradition alive! Write a letter to someone special, or be a par...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 14

The art of letter writing is a dying art. Join us and be one of the few helping to keep this wonderful and beautiful tradition alive! Write a letter to someone special, or be a part of our initiative to deliver little random acts of kindness around Rowan County by writing to a stranger. We provide the stationery, you provide the words! Intended for ages 13+. All materials provided by the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us ahead of the program or event date.

Preschool Storytime, Tuesdays weekly at 11:15am, intended for ages 3 to 5

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:15pm
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Preschool Storytime:

Join Miss Jess for stories, songs, and activities just for kids! Intended for ages 3-5 years.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Join Miss Jess for stories, songs, and activities just for kids! Intended for ages 3-5 years.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

Adult LEGO® Club, every other Wednesday at 10am, intended for ages 18+

Adult LEGO® Club

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room A at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Some people say LEGO® is just for kids, but we know better: They put "ages 4–99" right on the box! (And we won't tell anyone if you're 100 or older. 🤫) Join our other artists ...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Some people say LEGO® is just for kids, but we know better: They put "ages 4–99" right on the box! (And we won't tell anyone if you're 100 or older.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us ahead of the program or event date.

LEGO® Club, second Wednesday monthly at 4pm and fourth Thursday monthly at 5pm, intended for ages 5-12

LEGO® Club

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
LEGO® Club:

Build something wonderful with Miss Atlanta as we bring out the LEGO® bricks! Let your imagination come to life through castles, cities, spaceships, and more. We'll even put your c...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM

Build something wonderful with Miss Atlanta as we bring out the LEGO® bricks! Let your imagination come to life through castles, cities, spaceships, and more. We'll even put your creations on display so they inspire others to add something great to the world! Intended for ages 5-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

Library Yoga, every Wednesday at 5:30pm and first Saturday monthly at 9:15am, intended for ages 18+

Library Yoga

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Helen Williams Reading Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Library Yoga:

Find your center with co-yogis CJ and Alle! Take some time for yourself with our free yoga class, combining techniques for your body and mind. This is a gentle-flow fitness experie...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Helen Williams Reading Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Find your center with co-yogis CJ and Alle! Take some time for yourself with our free yoga class, combining techniques for your body and mind. This is a gentle-flow fitness experience featuring mindfulness as well as exercise, perfect for those in search of meditation as well as physical wellbeing. Intended for ages 13+.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us ahead of the program or event date.

After-School Storytime, Mondays and Thursdays weekly at 4pm, intended for ages 12 and under

After-School Storytime

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
After-School Storytime:

Join Miss Atlanta for magical stories and a special matching craft! Intended for ages 12 and under.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Join Miss Atlanta for magical stories and a special matching craft! Intended for ages 12 and under.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

Senior Book Group, second Friday monthly at 12:30pm, intended for ages 55+

Senior Book Group

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Book Club, Outreach
Age Group:
Seniors
Senior Book Group:

Take advantage of our community outreach services and be part of our monthly book club at the Rowan County Senior Citizens Center. There's a new book every month, requestable in ad...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Outreach

Take advantage of our community outreach services and be part of our monthly book club at the Rowan County Senior Citizens Center. There's a new book every month, requestable in advance through our bookmobile! Intended for ages 55+.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us ahead of the program or event date.

Rainbow Rising

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch
Purpose of Meeting:

Are you part of the LGBTQ+ community, or maybe has a friend or family member who is? Queer youth and their allies are invited to attend these meetings where your questions, curiosi...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Purpose of Meeting

Are you part of the LGBTQ+ community, or maybe has a friend or family member who is? Queer youth and their allies are invited to attend these meetings where your questions, curiosity, problems, and more can be discussed in a safe environment.

Tween Game Night, second Saturday monthly at 12pm, intended for grades 6-8

Tween Game Night

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens
Tween Game Night:

Come hang out with Ronnie and dive into our PS5, Xbox Series X, Oculus Rift, Nintendo Switch, and more! There are plenty of games to play cooperatively, competitively, and even sol...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Gaming

Come hang out with Ronnie and dive into our PS5, Xbox Series X, Oculus Rift, Nintendo Switch, and more! There are plenty of games to play cooperatively, competitively, and even solo, so there's something for everyone. Refreshments are on us! Intended for grades 6-8.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us ahead of the program or event date.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Family Yoga Storytime, second Saturday monthly at 2pm, intended for ages 12 and under with accompaniment

Family Yoga Storytime

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Helen Williams Reading Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Family Yoga Storytime:

Come enjoy a family storytime—with a twist and bend! Join Miss Atlanta on the mat for an adventure full of peaceful vibes and mindful stretching. Let's get moving! Intended for age...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Helen Williams Reading Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime

Come enjoy a family storytime—with a twist and bend! Join Miss Atlanta on the mat for an adventure full of peaceful vibes and mindful stretching. Let's get moving! Intended for ages 5-12; siblings and grown-up family members are welcome to join in. Yoga mats and equipment are provided by the library while supplies last (first come, first served).

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

After-School Storytime, Mondays and Thursdays weekly at 4pm, intended for ages 12 and under

After-School Storytime

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
After-School Storytime:

Join Miss Atlanta for magical stories and a special matching craft! Intended for ages 12 and under.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Join Miss Atlanta for magical stories and a special matching craft! Intended for ages 12 and under.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

Zumba Gold, Mondays weekly at 6pm, intended for ages 18+

Zumba Gold

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Zumba Gold:

Zumba Gold is a lower-intensity version of the typical Zumba class, designed to meet the needs of less active adults by improving balance, posture, flexibility, and coordination wh...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Zumba Gold is a lower-intensity version of the typical Zumba class, designed to meet the needs of less active adults by improving balance, posture, flexibility, and coordination while having fun. Join Cindy and get moving! Intended for ages 13+.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us ahead of the program or event date.

Toddler Time, Tuesdays weekly at 10:15am, intended for ages 35 months and under

Toddler Time

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Toddler Time:

Join Miss Jess for stories, songs, and activities especially for little ones! Intended for ages 6-35 months.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Join Miss Jess for stories, songs, and activities especially for little ones! Intended for ages 6-35 months.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

Preschool Storytime, Tuesdays weekly at 11:15am, intended for ages 3 to 5

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:15pm
Children's Area at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Preschool Storytime:

Join Miss Jess for stories, songs, and activities just for kids! Intended for ages 3-5 years.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Join Miss Jess for stories, songs, and activities just for kids! Intended for ages 3-5 years.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

KYNECT

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Atrium at Main Branch
Purpose of Meeting:

Talk to people about SNAP and medicaid benefits

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Library Atrium
Purpose of Meeting

Talk to people about SNAP and medicaid benefits

Friends of the Library Meeting, second Tuesday monthly at 1pm, intended for members or interested persons ages 18+

Friends of the Library Meeting

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Friends of the Rowan County Public Library will meet to discuss current and upcoming business. These meetings are open to public attendance by adults, especially if you're inte...

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

The Friends of the Rowan County Public Library will meet to discuss current and upcoming business. These meetings are open to public attendance by adults, especially if you're interested in joining the Friends!

NAMI

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Main Branch
Purpose of Meeting:

Our Vision NAMI envisions a world where all people affected by mental illness live healthy, fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares. Our Mission NAMI provides...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Purpose of Meeting

Our Vision

NAMI envisions a world where all people affected by mental illness live healthy, fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares.

Board of Trustees meeting, third Wednesday monthly at 3pm, intended for adults, open to the public

Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library's board of trustees will meet to discuss current and upcoming library business. These meetings are open to public attendance by adults.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

The library's board of trustees will meet to discuss current and upcoming library business. These meetings are open to public attendance by adults.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us ahead of the program or event date.