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LEGO Storytime

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Paddison Storytime Room at Paddison Memorial Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Join us for a preschool Storytime that uses LEGOs and books to promote language and pre-reading skill development. Registration is required. 

Recommended for children ages 2-5.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: STEM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a preschool Storytime that uses LEGOs and books to promote language and pre-reading skill development. Registration is required. 

Recommended for children ages 2-5.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cowrie Shells and the African Diaspora

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lewisville Offsite 2 at Lewisville Branch
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how the cowrie shell, which was used as currency throughout Africa as far back as the 14th century, helps anthropologists trace the African diaspora.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Offsite 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how the cowrie shell, which was used as currency throughout Africa as far back as the 14th century, helps anthropologists trace the African diaspora.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Billy Hairston: A Walkertown Legacy

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Walkertown Auditorium at Walkertown Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Walkertown Area Historical Society and the library for a special Black History Month tribute honoring Billy Hairston, who made history as the first and only Black member of the Walkertown Town Council. Mr.

Library Branch: Walkertown Branch
Room: Walkertown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join the Walkertown Area Historical Society and the library for a special Black History Month tribute honoring Billy Hairston, who made history as the first and only Black member of the Walkertown Town Council. Mr.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Hooks & Books

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a creative, welcoming space to connect and craft? Our inclusive fiber arts club, Hooks & Books is open to all ages and skill levels — whether you're just picking up a needle or you're a seasoned stitcher!

Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Looking for a creative, welcoming space to connect and craft? Our inclusive fiber arts club, Hooks & Books is open to all ages and skill levels — whether you're just picking up a needle or you're a seasoned stitcher!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Men Talk Too!: A Discussion Series

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Forsyth Reading Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join other men in supportive discussions regarding topics such as health, community, and fatherhood.  These meetings are hosted in cooperation with the Forsyth County Department of Public Health.   

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Forsyth Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join other men in supportive discussions regarding topics such as health, community, and fatherhood.  These meetings are hosted in cooperation with the Forsyth County Department of Public Health.   

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Storytime Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Come in your pajamas and enjoy stories, songs, and bedtime-themed crafts that promote a love for books and reading with family and friends.

Recommended for children 6 and under and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come in your pajamas and enjoy stories, songs, and bedtime-themed crafts that promote a love for books and reading with family and friends.

Recommended for children 6 and under and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Forsyth County Department of Social Services Drop-Ins

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Forsyth County Department of Social Services (DSS) staff members will be on site one day per week to answer residents’ questions, provide information, and help people apply for DSS services including energy programs, food and nutrition assistance,

Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event
Event Details:

Forsyth County Department of Social Services (DSS) staff members will be on site one day per week to answer residents’ questions, provide information, and help people apply for DSS services including energy programs, food and nutrition assistance,

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Paddison Storytime Room at Paddison Memorial Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Children will grow into successful readers through stories, songs, and activities.

Recommended for children ages 3-6.

 

Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Children will grow into successful readers through stories, songs, and activities.

Recommended for children ages 3-6.

 

This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Central Storytime Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Children will build language skills, explore letters and sounds, and discover new words through stories, music, rhymes, and interactive play.  

Recommended for children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers. 

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Children will build language skills, explore letters and sounds, and discover new words through stories, music, rhymes, and interactive play.  

Recommended for children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Forsyth Reading Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Tai Chi is a form of gentle exercise, a method of moving meditation and a means of cultivating health and well-being. Tai Chi is suitable for all ages and abilities, so it's never too late to start. 

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Forsyth Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Tai Chi is a form of gentle exercise, a method of moving meditation and a means of cultivating health and well-being. Tai Chi is suitable for all ages and abilities, so it's never too late to start. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Witchy Washi & Whatnot Crafting

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Lewisville Offsite 2 at Lewisville Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Our monthly Witchy Washy and Whatnot Crafting group is a great way to meet other crafters and learn to make all sorts of fun projects, many of which include the use of washi tape! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Offsite 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our monthly Witchy Washy and Whatnot Crafting group is a great way to meet other crafters and learn to make all sorts of fun projects, many of which include the use of washi tape! 

This event is in the "Children" group

Music & Movement

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Children and their caregivers will enjoy songs, activities, and stories that reinforce early reading skills.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Children and their caregivers will enjoy songs, activities, and stories that reinforce early reading skills.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Music & Movement

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Reynolda Manor Story Time/Conference Room at Reynolda Manor Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Join us weekly for our Music & Movement Storytime! Children will engage in songs, movement activities, and stories that reinforce early reading skills. 

Recommended for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Room: Reynolda Manor Story Time/Conference Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us weekly for our Music & Movement Storytime! Children will engage in songs, movement activities, and stories that reinforce early reading skills. 

Recommended for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Spice Club Meetup

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Paddison Offsite at Paddison Memorial Branch
Program Type:
Cooking, Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Do you love cooking and learning about new seasonings, flavors, and herbs? Each month we share a new spice sample, along with some history and suggested recipes.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Offsite
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Cooking, Health & Wellness, Other
Event Details:

Do you love cooking and learning about new seasonings, flavors, and herbs? Each month we share a new spice sample, along with some history and suggested recipes.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Clemmons Cookbook Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Clemmons Conference Room at Clemmons Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Clemmons Cookbook Club members choose a recipe from a preselected book, make the recipe, and bring it in for tasting. Everyone is welcome, but you must bring a dish to share.

February's theme is heart-healthy cooking.

Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Event Details:

Clemmons Cookbook Club members choose a recipe from a preselected book, make the recipe, and bring it in for tasting. Everyone is welcome, but you must bring a dish to share.

February's theme is heart-healthy cooking.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Hours Referral Service

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Clemmons Study Room A at Clemmons Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Need assistance finding organizations that help with health, shelter, food and more? Attend our monthly open hours referral service to talk to Jose Perez, peer support specialist. 

Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Study Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Need assistance finding organizations that help with health, shelter, food and more? Attend our monthly open hours referral service to talk to Jose Perez, peer support specialist. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

After-school Activity: Balancing Act

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Walkertown Auditorium at Walkertown Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Calling all curious kids ages 6-11!

Library Branch: Walkertown Branch
Room: Walkertown Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Calling all curious kids ages 6-11!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Builders' Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lewisville Storytime Room at Lewisville Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Get creative and build with LEGOs, KEVA planks, Strawbees, marble runs, and more! Drop in for free play or try our fun monthly building challenge. No registration required—just bring your imagination!

Recommended for children ages 5-11.

Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Get creative and build with LEGOs, KEVA planks, Strawbees, marble runs, and more! Drop in for free play or try our fun monthly building challenge. No registration required—just bring your imagination!

Recommended for children ages 5-11.

This event is in the "Children" group

Growing Together (Learn, Grow, Eat, and Go)

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
MJEWHC Auditorium at Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

Children will grow, learn, and connect as a community while learning essential skills including as planting, maintaining, and harvesting a garden.

Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Children will grow, learn, and connect as a community while learning essential skills including as planting, maintaining, and harvesting a garden.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Chess Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens

Whether you're a beginner or a more experienced player, improve your game by playing with others.  

Program recommended for teens ages 12-18.

 

Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or a more experienced player, improve your game by playing with others.  

Program recommended for teens ages 12-18.

 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Gaming Hour

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Carver School Road Conference Room at Carver School Road Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Kids and teens are invited to drop in to play multiplayer video games on the Nintendo Switch with other kids.

Library Branch: Carver School Road Branch
Room: Carver School Road Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Kids and teens are invited to drop in to play multiplayer video games on the Nintendo Switch with other kids.

This event is in the "Tweens" group

Tween STEAM Lab

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Storytime Room at Central Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Tweens

The arts meet the sciences in hands-on fun at the Tween STEAM Lab! Join us each week for exciting experiments, technology exploration, building challenges, and beautiful art projects.

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

The arts meet the sciences in hands-on fun at the Tween STEAM Lab! Join us each week for exciting experiments, technology exploration, building challenges, and beautiful art projects.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Makerspace Open Lab

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Makerspace at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

The Library's Makerspace at Forsyth County Central Library has 3D printers, sewing machines, and other technology as well as space and worktables for large creative projects. Access to Makerspace equipment is first come, first served. 

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

The Library's Makerspace at Forsyth County Central Library has 3D printers, sewing machines, and other technology as well as space and worktables for large creative projects. Access to Makerspace equipment is first come, first served. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Food as Medicine

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Clemmons Conference Room at Clemmons Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for the Food as Medicine series to discover how whole food plant-based nutrition can help prevent and manage chronic diseases, boost your health, and support sustainable weight loss for a longer, healthier life.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for the Food as Medicine series to discover how whole food plant-based nutrition can help prevent and manage chronic diseases, boost your health, and support sustainable weight loss for a longer, healthier life.