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Zumba

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MJEWHC Auditorium at Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
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, January 28, 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.

two people exercising

Bingocize

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Walkertown Auditorium at Walkertown Branch

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Walkertown Branch
Room: Walkertown Auditorium
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. 

two people exercising

Zumba

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MJEWHC Auditorium at Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
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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STEAM for Tweens: Black History Month Space Rockets

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Carver School Road Conference Room at Carver School Road Branch

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Carver School Road Branch
Room: Carver School Road Conference Room
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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Black History Hall of Fame

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Auditorium at Central Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month and join Bright Star Touring Theatre on an amazing journey through Black History as they introduce us to the great Dr. Maya Angelou, Aretha Franklin, Mae Jemison, the Buffalo Soldiers, and more. 

two people exercising

Zumba

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

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
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.

two people exercising

Zumba

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

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
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.

craft supplies

Lit in the Library: Mega Bash!

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Auditorium at Central Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

We're reading some amazing books in the Central Children's Library that we want to share! Join us to hear snippets of some of our favorite reads that we think you will love too and enjoy fun activities and crafts based on the books. 

two people exercising

Zumba

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MJEWHC Conference Room at Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
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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Penguin Scavenger Hunt

All Day 1/20–1/31
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. 

Chair Yoga

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

Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Storytime
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. 

LEGO Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
STEM
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.

Black History Month Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/1–2/28
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. 

Yoga for Beginners

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Health & Wellness
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join your mind and body in this beginner-level yoga class led by Registered Yoga Teacher Jane Holtje.  All equipment is provided. All you need are comfortable clothes (that allow movement), maybe a water, and let's get started. 

Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Storytime
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. 

ESL Conversation Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Other
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Improve your conversation skills with a certified English as a Second Language teacher and other intermediate English speakers in a relaxed, informal setting.

No sign-up is necessary.

Rock Garden

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Children are invited to decorate rocks for a rock garden.

Fright Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Book Club
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.

Marble Magic: Shaving Cream Art

10:00am–11:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a  creative art program and learn how to make marbled paper using shaving cream and food coloring. After creating the marbled designs, we’ll use the paper to make fun crafts like bookmarks, cards, or mini collages.  

Southside Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

This is an eclectic book club hosted by the Southside Branch Library. Expect dynamic conversations and excellent snacks. We have book choices that incorporate the tastes of the whole group.

Chair Yoga

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Health & Wellness
Cancelled
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southside Branch
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. 

Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Storytime
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. 

Pixel Art and Perler Beads Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Pixel Art and Perler Beads Club is a monthly craft program designed to engage children through hands-on creativity inspired by popular video games and pixel art culture.

Early Voting at Southside Branch Library

02/12/2026 @ 8:00am–02/13/2026 @ 7:30pm
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
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.

Marble Magic: Shaving Cream Art

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a  creative art program and learn how to make marbled paper using shaving cream and food coloring. After creating the marbled designs, we’ll use the paper to make fun crafts like bookmarks, cards, or mini collages.  

Save the Planet with STEM: Worm Discovery Bin

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
STEM
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Use your STEM skills while discovering more about our planet and how to protect it through a monthly program from the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center.  

Family Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Babies, Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Southside Branch
Room: Southside Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, 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. 


 

Science Saturday at Southside

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

Science Saturday at Southside is a fun, hands-on way for children and tweens to explore exciting STEM concepts through experiments and activities.

Early Voting at Southside Branch Library

02/16/2026 @ 8:00am–02/20/2026 @ 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.

Yoga for Beginners

10:00am–11:30am
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:

Join your mind and body in this beginner-level yoga class led by Registered Yoga Teacher Jane Holtje.  All equipment is provided. All you need are comfortable clothes (that allow movement), maybe a water, and let's get started. 

Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Storytime
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. 

Early Voting at Southside Branch Library

8:00am–3:00pm
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.