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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.

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African American Read-In

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
MJEWHC Auditorium at Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month by being part of the African American Read-In, a lively, welcoming celebration of stories, poetry, and voices from African American authors.  

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African American Genealogy

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Carver School Road Conference Room at Carver School Road Branch

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Carver School Road Branch
Room: Carver School Road Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

African American genealogy can be quite challenging when researching the years before emancipation. 

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African American Read-In Chain

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Auditorium at Central Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

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

Celebrate Black History Month and the rich tradition of African American literature by attending or participating in the African American Read-In Chain.

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NEW DATE STEAM for Tweens: Black History Month Space Rockets

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Carver School Road Main Floor at Carver School Road Branch

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Carver School Road Branch
Room: Carver School Road Main Floor
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math at our monthly STEAM programs. Recommended for children ages 8-12.

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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
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.

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Black History Month Trivia

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Central Auditorium at Central Library

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Black History Month celebrates the contributions of Black Americans to the world and our legacy looking to the future and beyond. 

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The WSSU Curiosity Exchange -- A Community Speaker Series

Wednesday, February 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. Each Wednesday from Jan.

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Gee's Bend Quiltmaking History

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Carver School Road Conference Room at Carver School Road Branch

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Carver School Road Branch
Room: Carver School Road Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Learn about the history of the Gee's Bend quiltmaking tradition during this special Black History Month program. 

Hosted by Peggy Moore of the Delta Arts Center. 

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Quilting on the Underground Railroad

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Carver School Road Conference Room at Carver School Road Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Special Event

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Carver School Road Branch
Room: Carver School Road Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Event Details:

During this special Black History Month program, kids will learn about the history of quilting during the Underground Railroad and complete a simple quilting project.  

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Scavenger Hunt: Heart Edition

All Day 2/1–2/28
All Ages
Other
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Love is in the air! Stop by the Reynolda Manor Branch Library during the month of February and take part in our Heart scavenger hunt just to see how much love is around. If you can find all 10 of the hidden hearts, you will win a small prize.

Harriet Jacobs and the Attic

All Day 2/11–3/14
All Ages
Special Event
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.

Family Movie Saturdays

2:30pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Movie
Library Branch: Walkertown Branch
Room: Walkertown Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to spend your Saturday afternoon? Join us at the library from 2:30–4:00 PM for our Saturday Family Movie Program!

Triad Sip & Stitch

9:30am–12:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Makerspace
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.

Open Hours Referral Service with Jose Perez

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Other
Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Makerspace
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Peer Support Outreach Specialist Jose Perez will be available to direct anyone in need to essential services such as housing assistance, medical services, mental health counseling and financial assistance. For more information, call

Spice Club Meetup

11:30am–1:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Cooking, Health & Wellness, Other
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.

Classic Gold Music Jam

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, All Ages
Arts & Crafts, Performance, Other
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Room: Reynolda Manor Story Time/Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Other
Event Details:

The Classic Gold Music Jam provides a welcoming venue for musicians at all levels to enjoy fellowship and music. Bring an instrument to play or grab a chair and watch.

Sittercise

1:30pm–2:30pm
All Ages
Health & Wellness
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. 

Triad Sip & Stitch

9:30am–12:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Makerspace
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.

Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful Tree Program

5:30pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Special Event
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. 

KWSB Tree Giveaway

5:30pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Other
Cancelled
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Offsite
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other

Sittercise

1:30pm–2:30pm
All Ages
Health & Wellness
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. 

Black History Month Family Movie Screening

3:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Movie
Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Family Film Afternoon: The Wiz (rated G)

Scavenger Hunt: Shamrock Edition

All Day 3/1–3/31
All Ages
Other
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Feeling lucky?! Stop by the Reynolda Manor Branch Library during the month of March and take part in our Shamrock scavenger hunt just to see how lucky you are. If you can find all 10 of the hidden shamrocks, you will win a small prize.

Triad Sip & Stitch

9:30am–12:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Paddison Memorial Branch
Room: Paddison Makerspace
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.

Family-Friendly Films

5:30pm–7:30pm
All Ages
Movie
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us and fellow movie lovers at the Lewisville Branch as we show a family-friendly film once a month. Participants may bring their own snacks and drinks. We’ll see you at the library!

Classic Gold Music Jam

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, All Ages
Arts & Crafts, Performance, Other
Library Branch: Reynolda Manor Branch
Room: Reynolda Manor Story Time/Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Other
Event Details:

The Classic Gold Music Jam provides a welcoming venue for musicians at all levels to enjoy fellowship and music. Bring an instrument to play or grab a chair and watch.

Sittercise

1:30pm–2:30pm
All Ages
Health & Wellness
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. 

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.

Bluegrass Jam Session

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Performance
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

Gaming Saturday

11:30am–3:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Games, STEM
Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games, STEM
Event Details:

Drop in to play Xbox and Meta Quest video games. Ride a virtual rollercoaster with Santa! Experience your Roblox games on the VR headset! Play Fortnite on the Xbox! Stop in for a Mario Kart battle with your friends!

Saturday Crafterday

11:30am–3:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the library for a crafty afternoon! Different supplies will be out each month so you can always be creative, have fun, and make something new.

Children, tweens, and teens of all ages are welcome.

Family Movie Saturdays

2:30pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Movie
Library Branch: Walkertown Branch
Room: Walkertown Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to spend your Saturday afternoon? Join us at the library from 2:30–4:00 PM for our Saturday Family Movie Program!

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.