Upcoming Events

Featured Events

celebration

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.

lightbulb and gears

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.

instructor and students

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.

board game, board game piece, and die

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. 

knitting needles and a ball of yarn

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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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.

craft supplies

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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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 ...

Dungeons & Dragons Meetup

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Games
Cancelled
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Multi-purpose Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Calling all teens! Dive into the world of Dungeons & Dragons at your local library. Unleash your creativity, embark on epic quests, and forge new friendships in a fun, inclusive environment.

Day Activity and Arts for Special Needs Adults

9:45am–12:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Games, Movie
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, relaxed movie and craft program designed especially for adults with special needs! Enjoy a friendly, sensory aware film screening followed by an easy, guided craft activity.

Teen Chess Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Games
Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or a more experienced player, improve your game by playing with others.  

Program recommended for teens ages 12-18.

 

Gaming Hour

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

Kids and teens are invited to drop in to play multiplayer video games on the Nintendo Switch with other kids.

Black History Month Trivia

5:00pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults
Games
Register
Registration Required
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. 

Chess Club

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

Come join us as we celebrate and play the age old game of chess. Open to experienced and beginner players alike.

Micro Role-Playing Games: "Magical Pets"

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

Bring your imaginations and explore the world of storytelling through micro role-playing games.

Escape Room

All Day
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 Women's 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 ... before time runs out!

Dungeons & Dragons Meetup

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Games
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Auditorium
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Calling all teens! Dive into the world of Dungeons & Dragons at your local library. Unleash your creativity, embark on epic quests, and forge new friendships in a fun, inclusive environment.

Escape Room

All Day
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 Women's 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 ... before time runs out!

Escape Room

All Day
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 Women's 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 ... before time runs out!

Pokémon Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts, Games
Library Branch: Lewisville Branch
Room: Lewisville Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Do you play the Pokémon battle game, or would you like to learn how? Do you want to meet with other Pokémon lovers? Love trading your Pokémon cards? Join our Pokémon club! Beginners are welcome. For children and teens of all ages.

 

Gaming Hour

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

Kids and teens are invited to drop in to play multiplayer video games on the Nintendo Switch with other kids.

Teen Nintendo Switch Game Night

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Games
Library Branch: Rural Hall/Stanleyville Branch
Room: Rural Hall Auditorium
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Teens are invited to drop in to play Nintendo Switch games.

Recommended for teens ages 12-18.

Escape Room

All Day
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 Women's 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 ... before time runs out!

Music Quiz - Women's Month20

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Games
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Malloy/Jordan East Winston Heritage Center
Room: MJEWHC Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

The MJEWHC is turning up the volume on adult programming with our Music Quiz. Dust off your mental music library and get ready for an unforgettable night of melody and mischief. 

Escape Room

All Day
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 Women's 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 ... before time runs out!

Escape Room

All Day
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 Women's 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 ... before time runs out!

Escape Room

All Day
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 Women's 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 ... before time runs out!

Chess Club

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

Come join us as we celebrate and play the age old game of chess. Open to experienced and beginner players alike.

Escape Room

All Day
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 Women's 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 ... before time runs out!

Escape Room

All Day
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 Women's 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 ... before time runs out!

Escape Room

All Day
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 Women's 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 ... before time runs out!