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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer Camp Out Google Docs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Computer Training Bridge Class
Registration Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Computer Training Bridge Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computer Training Bridge Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Come join the fun and camp out with us for two days and learn to create and edit spreadsheets directly in your web browser—no special software is required. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

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

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

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies, Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and fun as we build reading and school readiness skills! Preschool age children and their caregivers welcome. Thursday's at 10am in the Central Library Children's Room. 

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

Computer Camp Out Google Docs

11:00am - 12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Computer Training Bridge Class
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Computer Training Bridge Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computer Training Bridge Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Come join the fun and camp out with us for two days and learn to create and edit spreadsheets directly in your web browser—no special software is required. 

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

Computer Camp Out Google Docs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Computer Training Bridge Class
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Computer Training Bridge Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computer Training Bridge Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Come join the fun and camp out with us for two days and learn to create and edit spreadsheets directly in your web browser—no special software is required. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Tween Gaming

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens
Games
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Interested in playing video games with friends, but don't know where to start? Join us for tween video gaming at the Central Library every other week on Tuesday evenings. What video games would you like to see? Let us know!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Starting a Nonprofit Organization

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Workshop
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Learn the major steps and considerations in starting a nonprofit organization in North Carolina. 

Vickers

6:45pm - 7:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Study Room 2
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Sittercise

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Everyone
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Central Library Storytime Room or Auditorium (depending on the weather) 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Movie Matinee

1:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Movie
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

The movie matinee series is carefully curated and thoughtfully selected for a diverse audience. It's designed to entertain, educate, and inspire viewers by showcasing films that provoke thought, spark conversation, and evoke powerful emotions.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Computer Training Bridge Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

VITA Forsyth Free Tax Program will be providing free tax assistance by appointment only.

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

Crochet Class

10:30am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Registration Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This class is for beginners they will learn how to start a project, work basic stitches, rows and rounds, change colors, determine gauge and sizing, and read instructions.

Please bring your own supplies.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Black History Read It Sing It Dance It!

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Special Event
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Families will hear stories, enjoy singing and dancing while learning about African American culture, stories, and music. Program recommended for children ages 6-8.

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

African- American Read In

2:00pm - 4:45pm
Teens, Adults
Performance, Special Event, Other
Registration Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance, Special Event, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

The National African American Read-In was established in 1990 by the Black Caucus of the National County of Teachers of English to make literacy a significant part of Black History Month.

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

Black Heroes Take & Make Crafts

All Day 2/10 - 2/14
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Kids and tweens: We are celebrating Black History Month with craft kits! Stop by the Central Children's Library to pick up a kit honoring African-American heroes!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Homeless Caucus

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Workshop
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

The homeless caucus convenes to strategically discuss and collaborate on services for the homeless population within our community.

This event is in the "Babies" group.

Book Babies

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies
Storytime
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Your little ones will explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities to encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Sewing

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist Seats Available
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In this class you'll learn the basics of using your sewing machine. You'll learn how to thread your machine and bobbin, use the different features of your machine, and feel comfortable continuing to sew at home.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Music and Movement

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
Other
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Children will engage in songs, movement activities, and stories that promote the skills needed for reading and writing. They'll also build motor skills, coordination, and phonological awareness.

Recommended for children ages 2-6.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Grow Your Skillz: Knitting for Beginners

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grow your skillz with our Knitting for Beginners for Tweens! Learn how to create beautiful knitted creations for you and your loved ones. All supplies provided. This program is intended for children ages 8-12.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Healthy Cooking for Teens: Chicken Salad

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Cooking, Health & Wellness
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Servery
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This program is recommended for teens ages 12-18.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Container and Raised Bed Gardening Basics

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
Other
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Explore the gateway to growing anywhere, in containers! Featuring a basic hands on look at indoor and outdoor, herbs, veggies, and flowers. Join N.C.

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

Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies, Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Librarian Jason for a 30 minute toddler storytime every Wednesday, 10am, at the Central Library. This celebration of early literacy skills features picture books, songs, rhymes and one bilingual English/Spanish book every week. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Tai Chi

10:00am - 11:00am
Everyone
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
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.