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Summer Treats Scavenger Hunt

All Day 7/5–7/25
Children
Games
Library Branch: Carver School Road Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Cool off this summer with a scavenger hunt to find all the popsicles, ice cream cones, and other ice-cold treats hiding in the library.

This event is in the "Children" group

Famous Artists Scavenger Hunt

All Day 7/5–7/31
Children
Other
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Explore the library, discover new books and resources, and enjoy a friendly challenge with our monthly Scavenger Hunt.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Scavenger Hunt: Popsicle Edition

All Day 7/5–7/31
All Ages
Other
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

It is so hot outside and a popsicle sounds really delicious! Can you help me find all the popsicles before they melt?? 

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

Tiny Art Show

All Day 7/5–7/31
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The show has arrived! 

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

Take-Home Art Kit: Printmaking

All Day 7/7–7/25
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Carver School Road Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Carver School Road Branch Library to pick up a take-home art kit that will provide all the supplies your budding artist needs to complete three art projects centered around a specific style of art.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

This storytime offers families the opportunity to enjoy quality time together through interactive read-aloud sessions, songs, and age-appropriate activities. 

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

Family Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Babies, Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

This intergenerational program is filled with stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development.

Recommended for children of all ages.

This event is in the "Children" group

DIY Kaleidoscope

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Room: Rural Hall Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children will make and decorate their own kaleidoscopes. All materials provided.

Recommended for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.


 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Walkertown Ukulele Circle

11:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
Other
Library Branch: Walkertown Branch
Room: Walkertown Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and relaxed Ukulele Circle at the Walkertown Branch Public Library! This program is perfect for beginners and experienced players alike who want to enjoy playing the ukulele with others in a friendly, supportive environment.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Gelli Plate Painting Program

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to create a gel print imprint art piece. Instructed by a professional artist. This is an 18+ program. No experience necessary and spots are limited. For more information or to register for this program email darlinvk@forsyth.cc

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ukulele Circle

1:30pm–4:30pm
All Ages
Performance
Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Come listen to lively ukulele music performed by the Ukulele Circle! Performers of all levels are welcome to participate in the jam session and listeners of all ages are invited to a wonderful musical experience. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Science Saturdays at Southside

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
STEM
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Science Saturdays at Southside is a fun, hands-on way for children ages 6-11 to explore exciting STEM concepts through experiments and activities.

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

Acrylic Nature Painting for Beginners

2:00pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Would you like to learn how to paint flowers, birds, and other denizens of nature? Local artist Donna Calloway will be offering beginners acrylic painting classes on the 3rd Saturday and 4th Thursday of each month from 2-4:30 p.m.

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

Search & Find

All Day 7/21–7/26
Children, Tweens
Games
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Drop in to look for the pictures hidden in the Children's Area and win a prize!

Monday-Saturday, June 16-21: Look for the art supplies!

Monday-Saturday, July 7-12: Look for the sea creatures!

This event is in the "Babies" group

Book Babies

9:30am–10:00am
Babies
Storytime
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Auditorium
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Little ones will explore board books, fingerplays, and lap-bounce activities to encourage language development, brain
stimulation, and socialization. Connect with other parents too!

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

Walkertown Family Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Children
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Walkertown Branch
Room: Walkertown Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children will build literacy skills through books and improve their fine motor skills by doing crafts that will introduce them to various art mediums and techniques.

Ideal for children ages birth to 10 years and their caregivers. 

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

Triad Sip & Stitch

9:30am–12:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Arts & Crafts
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

10:00am–10:30am
Babies
Storytime
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 "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Room: Reynolda Manor Story Time/Conference Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Miss Priscilla at the Reynolda Manor Branch Library weekly on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. for a fun-filled 30 minutes of stories, songs, and more.

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

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Through stories and interactive play, toddlers will build language skills and discover new words while exploring letters and sounds. They'll learn with music, picture books, rhymes, and even explore other languages.

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

Art Attack Magic Show!

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Tweens
Special Event, Other
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Special Event, Other
Event Details:

We are thrilled to have Professor Whizzpop bring his magic show to our libraries! Celebrate our Summer Reading theme with a special art themed magic show and Color Your World with magic! Good for kids 6-11.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crochet and Knitting Class

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Walkertown Branch
Room: Walkertown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us every Monday from 1-3 PM at the Walkertown Branch Library for our weekly Crochet and Knitting Class! Whether you've always wanted to learn these timeless crafts or are looking to refresh your skills, this class is perfect for you.

This event is in the "Children" group

Messy Mondays

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Messy Mondays are an engaging way for children to explore the world through sensory play! We will have hands-on activities to foster creativity, curiosity, and development.

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

Art Attack Magic Show

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Tweens
Special Event, Other
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Room: Reynolda Manor Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Special Event, Other
Event Details:

We are thrilled to have Professor Whizzpop bring his magic show to our libraries! Celebrate our Summer Reading theme with a special art themed magic show and Color Your World with magic! Good for kids 6-11.