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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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Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
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.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
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.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
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.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
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.

Kickstart Kindergarten

11:00am–11:45am
Children
Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help your child prepare for the next step in their educational journey with Kickstart Kindergarten.

Preschool Storytime

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville 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. 

Forsyth County Department of Social Services Drop-ins

11:00am–7:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, Special Event
Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Study Room A
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,

Introduction to the Internet

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Computer Training Bridge Class
Library Branch: Carver School Road Branch
Room: Carver School Road Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Training Bridge Class
Event Details:

Learn how to navigate the internet and search for content all while protecting your personal information.

Movie Day: "Snow White: Live Action"

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens
Movie
Library Branch: Carver School Road Branch
Room: Carver School Road Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Unwind from the school day with a screening of a G or PG movie. 

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

Grant Writing 101

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

This seminar is designed for nonprofit organizations interested in gaining the fundamentals of grant writing. Participants will learn how to complete and submit a grant packet from Calvin Patterson, chairman and CEO of Earnest Harvest LLC.

African American Reads Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for an adult book club where members can read books by African American authors. Attendees can participate in-person or virtually.

AARP WS Tax-Aide by appointment

9:00am–3:30pm
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Clemmons Branch
Room: Clemmons Conference Room
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
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Multi-purpose 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,

Color & Coffee

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Storytime Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unwind with a relaxing morning of coloring, coffee, and community. Coloring sheets, colored pencils, and coffee will be provided.  

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. 

Tai Chi for Beginners

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Offsite 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the calming practice of Tai Chi at the Lewisville Branch Library. This form of low-impact exercise and deep breathing is known to reduce stress and improve balance, strength, and flexibility. 

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)

Save the Planet with STEM: Worm Discovery Bin

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
STEM
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
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.  

Early Voting at Paddison Memorial Branch Library (8-3)

All Day
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 Clemmons Branch Library

8:00am–3:00pm
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

8:00am–3:00pm
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 Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch Library

8:00am–3:00pm
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

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.