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Bluegrass Jam Session

Monday, August 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clemmons Auditorium at Clemmons Branch
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

If you are in the mood for some tranquil or vibrant sounds, bring an instrument to play or grab a chair and listen

Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

If you are in the mood for some tranquil or vibrant sounds, bring an instrument to play or grab a chair and listen

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Southside Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

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

Recommended for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. 

Library Branch: Southside Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Recommended for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Multigenerational Chess Club

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Clemmons Storytime Room at Clemmons Branch
Program Type:
Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Chess is a game that brings different generations together. Come play the age-old game of chess, take a look at the library’s collection of chess boards, and maybe check out a book to improve your skills. 

Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games, Workshop
Event Details:

Chess is a game that brings different generations together. Come play the age-old game of chess, take a look at the library’s collection of chess boards, and maybe check out a book to improve your skills. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, August 26, 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, August 26, 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 "Children" group

Music & Movement

Wednesday, August 26, 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 "Adults" group

Paddison Technology Hour

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Paddison Makerspace at Paddison Memorial Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Adults

Do you need help getting access to e-books, using online library resources, creating an email account, creating online documents, setting up your tablet, or safely browsing the internet?

Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Do you need help getting access to e-books, using online library resources, creating an email account, creating online documents, setting up your tablet, or safely browsing the internet?

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

Makerspace Open Lab

Wednesday, August 26, 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 "Children" group

LEGO Club

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Southside Auditorium at Southside Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

Embark on a creative journey with our LEGO Club, which brings children together to explore the wonderful world of LEGO building.

Recommended for children ages 6-11.

Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Embark on a creative journey with our LEGO Club, which brings children together to explore the wonderful world of LEGO building.

Recommended for children ages 6-11.

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rural Hall Auditorium at Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

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

Recommended for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. 

Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Room: Rural Hall Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Recommended for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Sittercise

Friday, August 28, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Forsyth Reading Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us at Central Library for Sittercise, an exercise program that helps with strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance, and overall improved function. 

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

Join us at Central Library for Sittercise, an exercise program that helps with strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance, and overall improved function. 

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

Triad Sip & Stitch

Monday, August 31, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Paddison Auditorium at Paddison Memorial Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Whether you are a seasoned crafter or just want to learn, consider joining Triad Sip & Stitch, our library’s weekly knitting and crochet group.

Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Whether you are a seasoned crafter or just want to learn, consider joining Triad Sip & Stitch, our library’s weekly knitting and crochet group.

This event is in the "Babies" group

Book Babies

Monday, August 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Rural Hall Auditorium at Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies

Join us as we explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities that help encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.

Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Room: Rural Hall Auditorium
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us as we explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities that help encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.

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

Makerspace Open Lab

Monday, August 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Paddison Makerspace at Paddison Memorial Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

The Library's Makerspace at Paddison Memorial Branch Library has a 3D printer and other technology as well as space and worktables for large creative projects. Access to Makerspace equipment is first come, first served. 

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

The Library's Makerspace at Paddison Memorial Branch Library has a 3D printer 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
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bluegrass Jam Session

Monday, August 31, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clemmons Auditorium at Clemmons Branch
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

If you are in the mood for some tranquil or vibrant sounds, bring an instrument to play or grab a chair and listen

Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

If you are in the mood for some tranquil or vibrant sounds, bring an instrument to play or grab a chair and listen

This event is in the "Adults" group

Forsyth Co. Genealogical Society

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 2:15pm - 5:00pm
Reynolda Manor Auditorium at Reynolda Manor Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Forsyth County Genealogical Society meeting and program. Everyone welcome!

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

Forsyth County Genealogical Society meeting and program. Everyone welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Rural Hall Book Club

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Rural Hall Auditorium at Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

This long-standing book club covers a wide range of genres with each participant selecting a title for their assigned month. 

We select our books a few months at a time, so watch this space for updates. 

 

Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Room: Rural Hall Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

This long-standing book club covers a wide range of genres with each participant selecting a title for their assigned month. 

We select our books a few months at a time, so watch this space for updates. 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi

Wednesday, September 2, 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 "All Ages" group

Sittercise

Friday, September 4, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Forsyth Reading Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us at Central Library for Sittercise, an exercise program that helps with strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance, and overall improved function. 

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

Join us at Central Library for Sittercise, an exercise program that helps with strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance, and overall improved function. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Fright Club

Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Southside Offsite at Southside Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Walking Read with Southside Branch Library’s Fright Club. This horror book club meets monthly outside the Cobblestone Farmers Market to walk-and-talk around Washington Park.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join the Walking Read with Southside Branch Library’s Fright Club. This horror book club meets monthly outside the Cobblestone Farmers Market to walk-and-talk around Washington Park.

Labor Day

All Day
Carver School Road Branch, Central Library, Clemmons Branch, Lewisville Branch, Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center, Paddison Memorial Branch, Reynolda Manor Branch, Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch, Southside Branch, Walkertown Branch, Outreach/Mobile, Offsite
Closing
Branches:
Carver School Road Branch, Central Library, Clemmons Branch, Lewisville Branch, Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center, Paddison Memorial Branch, Reynolda Manor Branch, Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch, Southside Branch, Walkertown Branch, Outreach/Mobile, Offsite
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Gardening for Everyone (morning class)

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Paddison Auditorium at Paddison Memorial Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, STEM, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us as Bob LePere, NC State Master Gardener volunteer, explains best practices for managing a successful garden from start to finish.  Bob will discuss everything from planning your garden for each season and planting from seed to maintaining

Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, STEM, Other
Event Details:

Join us as Bob LePere, NC State Master Gardener volunteer, explains best practices for managing a successful garden from start to finish.  Bob will discuss everything from planning your garden for each season and planting from seed to maintaining

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi

Wednesday, September 9, 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

Cookbook Club

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Do you want to show off your culinary expertise? Or pick up some new cooking tips and tricks? Or just sample a lot of delicious, homemade food?

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Event Details:

Do you want to show off your culinary expertise? Or pick up some new cooking tips and tricks? Or just sample a lot of delicious, homemade food?