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Holiday open house, 5pm December 8, all ages

Holiday Open House

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Entire Library at Main Branch

Program Type:

Holiday Event, Music, Seasonal

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Entire Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Holiday Event, Music, Seasonal
Event Details:

It's that time again: Our annual holiday open house is 5pm December 8!

Taylor Swift birthday party, 5:30pm December 12, registration required, 30 seats total, ages 5 through 12

Taylor Swift Party

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Music

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Swifties unite! Join the community for a musical party as fans celebrate another year of Taylor Swift. Sing some karaoke with us, enjoy games, prizes, refreshments, and other goodies—plus, make your own friendship bracelet!

 

Santa's elves holiday workshop, 2pm December 13, ages 3 through 12, registration appreciated

Santa's Elves Holiday Workshop

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Main Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Seasonal

Age Group:

Children, Babies & Toddlers, Tweens
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Seasonal
Registration Required
Event Details:

Miss Atlanta has everything ready for a cheery drop-in where friends can create their own festive masterpieces! The tables in our children's area will be loaded down with holiday- and winter-themed projects of all kinds.

Preserving Your Heritage, first Thursday monthly at 5:30pm, intended for ages 18+

Preserving Your Heritage

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch

Program Type:

Genealogy, Local History

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Local History
Preserving Your Heritage, first Thursday monthly at 5:30pm, intended for ages 18+

Preserving Your Heritage

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch

Program Type:

Genealogy, Local History

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Local History
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Haldeman & US60 E

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Haldeman area, US60 E, and Horizon Village today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

After-School Storytime

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
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.

 

Holiday Open House

5:00pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Holiday Event, Music, Seasonal
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Entire Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Holiday Event, Music, Seasonal
Event Details:

It's that time again: Our annual holiday open house is 5pm December 8!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

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.

 

Food Allergies

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

 

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.

 

Elliotville, Christy Creek, & Daycare Centers

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Elliotville and Christy Creek areas, our local childcare facilities, and the Life Care Center of Morehead today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

As the Page Turns: Holidays

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Club
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for the chillest book club ever! Hang out with other book lovers as we explore new books every month and different themes each session. It's bring your own book—we only ask that you choose titles we've also got on our shelves, so that anyone interested in your selection can check it out. Enjoy light refreshments and come prepared to share about your pick! Intended for ages 18+.

 

For December, we're diving into holiday-themed stories! Come and share your favorite book (or find a new one) about Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Yule, or whatever you may be celebrating.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.

 

NAMI

5:30pm–7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Study Room B
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.

Clearfield

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Clearfield area and parts of US60 W (before Farmers) today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

LEGO® Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
STEM
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.

 

Teen Game Night

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Gaming
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Come hang out with Megan 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 9-12.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Food Allergies

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

 

Playing by the Books: Library Tabletop Adventures

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Gaming
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required

Follow Morgan into your very own fantasy story with Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, and have your heroic deeds chronicled in the library's hall of fame! All players will be using the official D&D Beyond cloud app, so there are never any worries about forgetting your character sheet or dice, and rulebooks are supplied by us. Intended for adults 18+.

Please note: This program focuses on shorter adventures that are achievable over a reasonable number of sessions. At the conclusion of each adventure, there will be a new registration period to allow different community members to participate. Registration is always first come, first served; seats cannot be "held" based on prior or other program participation, but current players will necessarily be the first to know about upcoming registration periods.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.

 

Dry Creek & KY519 S

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Dry Creek area, KY1167, CCC Trail, Oak Grove, eastern Clack Mountain, and KY519 S, today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

After-School Storytime

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
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.

 

Library Yoga

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Teens
Health & Wellness
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 Allie! 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 questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Taylor Swift Party

5:30pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Music
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Swifties unite! Join the community for a musical party as fans celebrate another year of Taylor Swift. Sing some karaoke with us, enjoy games, prizes, refreshments, and other goodies—plus, make your own friendship bracelet!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

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.

 

Food Allergies

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

 

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.

 

Santa's Elves Holiday Workshop

2:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Babies & Toddlers, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Seasonal
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Babies & Toddlers, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Seasonal
Registration Required
Event Details:

Miss Atlanta has everything ready for a cheery drop-in where friends can create their own festive masterpieces! The tables in our children's area will be loaded down with holiday- and winter-themed projects of all kinds.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

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.

 

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.

 

Cranston Road

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting Cranston Road and all attached side roads, today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

After-School Storytime

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
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

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
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 18+.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

KY32, Sharkey Road to 801 N

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Sharkey area, northern Rowan County, and the Blue Sky Recovery Center, today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

DIY Ornaments at Whimzi Works

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Holiday Event, Outreach, Seasonal
Full
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday Event, Outreach, Seasonal
Registration Required
Event Details:

The library is partnering with WhimziWorks to bring you a fun holiday craft! Register to join us at WhimziWorks on December 16th at 5pm. Intended for ages 5+ and no costs involved!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

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.

 

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.

 

Farmers, US60 W, 801 S

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Farmers area, US60 W, and 801 S plus all attached side roads, today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Senior Citizens Center: Tile Coasters

10:00am–12:00pm
Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Outreach, Workshop
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Outreach, Workshop
Event Details:

Jess and Ronnie bring library programming to our local Senior Citizens Center every month: Join in for everything from craft projects to video games, performing arts, gardening, fitness, and more! Intended for ages 55+.

 

Just in time for the holidays, we've got a craft that's as beautiful as it is fast and simple!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.

 

Board of Trustees Meeting

4:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Board Meeting
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
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 questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Artist Alley: Charcoal

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Join Megan for this monthly opportunity to explore a new style and medium of art! Whether you're trying to grow beyond your comfort zone or just harness your creativity, we've got everything you need, from acrylic, watercolor, and pastel paints to charcoal, inks, clay, and more. Intended for grades 6-12.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.