Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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Harriet Jacobs and the Attic

All Day 2/11 - 3/14
Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for an immersive audiovisual experience as we illuminate Harriet Jacobs, a fugitive North Carolina enslaved person who hid in a tiny attic garret for seven years.

pot with gardening tools

Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful Tree Program

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center Offsite at Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Learn how to plant and care for a new tree seedling with Andy Szabat of Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful. Free tree seedlings will be available for to take home. One tree per family.

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Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful Tree Program

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Auditorium at Central Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Learn how to plant and care for a new tree seedling with Andy Szabat of Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful. 

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The WSSU Curiosity Exchange -- A Community Speaker Series

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Forsyth Reading Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Special Event, Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Forsyth Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event, Other
Event Details:

 Winston-Salem State University’s O’Kelly Library, in partnership with the Forsyth County Central Library, is hosting a community lecture series called The WSSU Curiosity Exchange. Each Wednesday from Jan.

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Dr. Seuss Birthday Bash

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MJEWHC Auditorium at Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of Dr. Seuss's birthday. We will make crafts and enjoy an animated read aloud of a Dr. Seuss story. 

Forsyth County Board of Elections

Election Day voting

All Day 3/3
Paddison Auditorium at Paddison Memorial Branch

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

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

Paddison Memorial Branch Library will serve as a Forsyth County Board of Election voting location on Tuesday, March 3 from 6:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. This may affect some regularly scheduled programs at this branch. 

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The WSSU Curiosity Exchange -- A Community Speaker Series

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Forsyth Reading Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Special Event, Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Forsyth Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event, Other
Event Details:

 Winston-Salem State University’s O’Kelly Library, in partnership with the Forsyth County Central Library, is hosting a community lecture series called The WSSU Curiosity Exchange. Each Wednesday from Jan.

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Zumba

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MJEWHC Auditorium at Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Move, groove, and dance your way to feeling great. No experience needed. Just bring your enthusiasm! Registration required. Register at the circulation desk.

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The WSSU Curiosity Exchange -- A Community Speaker Series

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Forsyth Reading Room at Central Library

Program Type:

Special Event, Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Forsyth Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event, Other
Event Details:

 Winston-Salem State University’s O’Kelly Library, in partnership with the Forsyth County Central Library, is hosting a community lecture series called The WSSU Curiosity Exchange.

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Zumba

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MJEWHC Auditorium at Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Move, groove, and dance your way to feeling great. No experience needed. Just bring your enthusiasm! Registration required. Register at the circulation desk.

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Black History Month Escape Room

All Day 2/2–2/28
Teens, Adults
Games
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Get ready to take flight as Malloy/Jordan celebrates Black History Month and pays tribute to African American female aviators. Team up with your family and friends and use your skills to solve the clues and escape ...

Early Voting at Clemmons Branch Library

02/23/2026 @ 8:00am–02/27/2026 @ 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Clemmons Branch Library will serve as a Forsyth County Board of Elections early voting location from Thursday, Feb. 12-Saturday, Feb. 28. This schedule may affect some regularly scheduled programs at this branch.

Early Voting at Lewisville Branch Library

02/23/2026 @ 8:00am–02/27/2026 @ 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Lewisville Branch Library will serve as a Forsyth County Board of Elections early voting location from Thursday, Feb. 12-Saturday, Feb. 28. This schedule may affect some regularly scheduled programs at this branch.

Early Voting at Paddison Memorial Branch Library

02/23/2026 @ 8:00am–02/27/2026 @ 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Clemmons Branch Library will serve as a Forsyth County Board of Elections early voting location from Thursday, Feb. 12-Saturday, Feb. 28. This schedule may affect some regularly scheduled programs at this branch.

Early Voting at Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch Library

02/23/2026 @ 8:00am–02/27/2026 @ 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Room: Rural Hall Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch Library will serve as a Forsyth County Board of Elections early voting location from Thursday, Feb. 12 through Saturday, Feb. 28. This schedule may affect some regularly scheduled programs at this branch.

Early Voting at Southside Branch Library

02/23/2026 @ 8:00am–02/27/2026 @ 7:30pm
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Southside Branch Library will serve as a Forsyth County Board of Elections early voting location from Thursday, Feb. 12-Saturday, Feb. 28. This schedule may affect some regularly scheduled programs at this branch.

AARP Foundation WS Tax Aide by appointment

9:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Room: Reynolda Manor Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

AARP Foundation WS Tax-Aide will be providing free tax assistance by appointment only.

Chair Yoga

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Health & Wellness
Cancelled
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chair yoga boosts strength, flexibility, and mental well-being from the comfort and stability of a chair. This class is led by Registered Yoga Instructor Jane Holtje. All equipment is provided. 

Genealogy Club

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Storytime Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Are you interested in genealogy? Whether you've been doing it for 30 years or are a beginner, come and meet like-minded people who want to talk shop. Have questions? Bring them and we'll try and answer them!

Forsyth County Department of Social Services Drop-ins

11:00am–7:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, Special Event
Library Branch: Walkertown Branch
Room: Walkertown Conference Room
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,

Movie Madness: "Summer of Soul"

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Movie
Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month and enjoy a free movie screening of Summer of Soul (rated PG-13, 118 minutes).

Hooks & Books

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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!

Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful Tree Program

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Special Event
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Learn how to plant and care for a new tree seedling with Andy Szabat of Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful. Free tree seedlings will be available for to take home. One tree per family.

Conexión Empresarial

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Workshop
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Rebeca Segebre, directora ejecutiva de Comunidad Mujer Valiosa, presenta Conexión Empresarial.

Friends Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Multi-purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Friends Book Club a mixture of fiction (all genres) and non-fiction, and the books are selected by the group. Men and women take part in a lively discussion about their favorite past time: reading!  

AARP Foundation WS Tax Aide by appointment

9:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Room: Reynolda Manor Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

AARP Foundation WS Tax-Aide will be providing free tax assistance by appointment only.

Forsyth County Department of Social Services Drop-Ins

9:00am–5:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, Special Event
Cancelled
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,

Bingocize

10:00am–10:45am
Adults
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Room: Reynolda Manor Story Time/Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Bingocize combines fun and familiar Bingo games and light physical activity (seated or standing) with nutrition and health education to create a joyful and inclusive setting for social engagement. 

Tai Chi

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Health & Wellness
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. 

Computer Camp Facebook

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Computer Training Bridge Class
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Computer Training Bridge Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computer Training Bridge Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class gives a quick overview of the popular social media source, Facebook then guide participants through the Setup process.

FYI: Must bring working cell phone to class.

Computer Training Bridge: Introduction to Google Drive 

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Computer Training Bridge Class
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Multi-purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Training Bridge Class
Event Details:

Are you interested in finding out more about Google Drive and cloud computing? Come join us to find out more about the many tools that you can use to perform various task at home or at work.

Paddison Technology Hour

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
STEM
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?

Computer Camp Facebook

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Computer Training Bridge Class
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Computer Training Bridge Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computer Training Bridge Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class gives a quick overview of the popular social media source, Facebook then guide participants through the Setup process.

FYI: Must bring working cell phone to class.

Tea Time Cozies Book Club

4:00pm–5:15pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Walkertown Branch
Room: Walkertown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Tea Time Cozies Book Club for anyone who enjoy a cozy mystery, a cup of tea, and a good discussion. 

February's selection is One Death at a Time by Abbi Waxman