MARCH 2025
FEATURED
EVENTS
Roll for Initiative: Dungeons & Dragons League
Monday | March 10 | 5 p.m.
Teen & Adult
Adventurers are invited to play Dungeons & Dragons at the library on the second Monday of every month. Each month will feature multiple sessions at once to accommodate all levels, from absolute beginner to seasoned adventurer alike.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Crafty Makers Social Hour
Monday | March 10 | 6 p.m.
Teen & Adult
Crafters unite at our monthly meetup! Bring your work(s) in progress and meet fellow creators, exchange ideas, and explore the various equipment The Learning Lab has to offer. Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month.
The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Women’s History Month Celebration
Thursday | March 13 | 6:30 p.m.
Friends of Ridgeview Branch Library and Women’s Resource Center present their annual awards program and reception to celebrate and honor the contributions of women in our community. Felicia Culbreath-Setzer is this year’s featured speaker.
Ridgeview Branch Library
Hickory Hikers: Valdese Lakeside Park
Friday | March 14 | 2 p.m.
This joint program from Hickory Public Library and City of Hickory Sports, Recreation & Sports Tourism will introduce you to great hikes and parks in our area. Hickory Hikers is open to all ages and experience levels but children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult. For March, Hickory Hikers will meet at Valdese Lakeside Park.
Valdese Lakeside Park
Tales for Preschoolers
Tuesdays | 10 a.m.
Ages 3-5
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Tiny Tales Storytime
Wednesdays | 10 a.m.
Ages 0-2
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Hickory Ballet and Performing Arts
Books to Broadway: Alice In Wonderland Jr.
Saturday | March 1 | 2 p.m.
Learn how songs tell stories with Hickory Ballet and Performing Arts at this story time based on Alice in Wonderland.
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Lego Club
Monday | March 3 | 5 p.m.
Ages 6+
Explore our creativity through Legos. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Pi Day Escape Room
Tuesday | March 11 | 5 p.m.
Ages 9+
Use the power of pi(e) to solve the puzzles in this Pi Day escape room.
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Tinker Tales: Music
Thursday | March 13 | 10 a.m.
Hear new stories and explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) through hands-on tinkering. Ridgeview Branch Library
The Doodle Den
Monday | March 17 | 6 p.m. K-5
This month we will create air clay paintings.
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Tasty Tales: Hand Pies
Tuesday | March 18 | 4:30 p.m.
Ages 6-12
Learn how to use kitchen tools safely while taking turns mixing and measuring to create a tasty treat.
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Letter Link
Thursday | March 20 | 4:30 p.m.
Pen pals write postcards and letters for nonprofit organizations.
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TEENS
Teen Tech Club
Thursday | March 6 | 4 p.m.
Ages 12-18
Gain hands-on experience with various technologies through guided projects. The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Point of View: Teen Writing Club
Tuesday | March 18 | 5 p.m.
Come do writing challenges, share writing tips, play story telling games, and more!
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
ADULTS
Intro to Libby eBooks and eAudiobooks
(Using your Library Card)
Tuesday | March 4 | 6 p.m.
Teen & Adult
Learn all about getting Libby set-up on your device.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Classic Films with Joe Barrett: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)
Thursday | March 6 | 5 p.m.
The film for March is Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969).
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Senior Bingo & Brain Games
Monday | March 10 | 10 a.m.
Play mind stimulating brain games and bingo. Sponsored by Friends of Hickory Public Library.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Roll for Initiative:
Dungeons & Dragons League
Monday | March 10 | 5 p.m.
Teen & Adult
Play Dungeons & Dragons at the library.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Crafty Makers Social Hour
Monday | March 10 | 6 p.m.
Teen & Adult
Meet fellow creators, exchange ideas, and explore The Learning Lab.
The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Chess Club
Tuesday | March 11 | 6 p.m.
Teen & Adult
Learn chess basics, strategies, and tactics.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
In Her Footsteps: How Women in Your Ancestry Shape You
Thursday | March 13 | 6 p.m.
Celebrate Women’s History Month and dive into the rich tapestry of your maternal lineage.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Women’s History Month Celebration
Thursday | March 13 | 6:30 p.m.
Friends of Ridgeview Branch Library and Women’s Resource Center present their annual awards program and reception.
Ridgeview Branch Library
Trivia & Jingo
Friday | March 14 | 10:30 a.m.
Play a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games.
Ridgeview Branch Library
Leather Earrings and Keyrings
Monday | March 17 | 6 p.m.
Teen & Adult
Create unique earrings and keyrings using scrap leather.
The Learning Lab at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Intro to Libby eBooks and eAudiobooks
(Using your Library Card)
Tuesday | March 18 | 6 p.m.
Teen & Adult
Learn all about getting Libby set-up on your device.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Songwriting Club
Wednesday | March 19 | 6 p.m.
Teen & Adult
Hosted by local musician Andrew Massey and featured guests.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Partners Training Sessions
Caring for Our Aging Population: Integrated Care Approach
Thursday | March 20 | 10 a.m.
Learn basic concepts of the integrated care approach.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Knotty Hour:
Crochet Flower Potholder
Thursday | March 20 | 5:30 p.m.
This month, try making a crochet flower potholder.
Ridgeview Branch Library
Senior Bingo & Brain Games
Monday | March 24 | 10 a.m.
Play mind stimulating brain games and bingo. Sponsored by Friends of Hickory Public Library.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Chess Club
Tuesday | March 25 | 6 p.m.
Teen & Adult
Learn chess basics, strategies, and tactics.
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Macramé Bird Feeder
Thursday | March 27 | 5:30 p.m.
Create a feeder for your feathered friends!
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Trivia & Jingo
Friday | March 28 | 10:30 a.m.
Play a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games.
Ridgeview Branch Library
ALL AGES
Ridgeview Chess
Thursdays | 6 p.m.
Learn chess basics, strategies, and tactics. This program is provided by Eugene Brown from Big Chair Chess Club.
Ridgeview Branch Library
Hickory Hikers:
Valdese Lakeside Park
Friday | March 14 | 2 p.m.
For March, Hickory Hikers will meet at Valdese Lakeside Park.
Valdese Lakeside Park
