This camp will run Monday - Friday 8:30 - 12:00. Join us for the whole week or by the day! IMPORTANT CHANGE THIS YEAR: Drop them off at any time from 8:30-9. Lessons will begin at 9 am sharp. Grape Kids Summer Camps are the most fun around town! Using curriculum from a nationally accredited organization, we offer premium materials in […]

Performance: This unique experience is a week-long theatre day camp in which students in Kindergarten through 12th grade explore the exciting world of William Shakespeare and his times. Then they participate in a production of one of his plays! Using Shakespeare as a guide, participants learn more about acting, auditioning skills, costumes, scenery, how to memorize, mask making, lights, make-up, […]

Event: Design your own welcome mat while exploring the life, lessons, and legacy of iconic children's television host Fred Rogers in the documentary film, Won't You Be My Neighbor? (2018).    About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library is a department of the City of Hickory, North Carolina, […]

Event: Crafters unite at our monthly meetup! Bring your work(s) in progress and meet fellow creators, exchange ideas, and explore the various equipment The Learning Lab has to offer. Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library […]

Event: From July 15 to July 26, the Downtown Newton Tiny Door Quest will take adventurers on a fun and free scavenger hunt around Downtown Newton. Your mission: find at least 6 of the 10 tiny doors hidden around town. They could be anywhere — tucked in a planter, peeking out from a windowsill, or just above eye level. You’ll […]

Performance: This unique experience is a week-long theatre day camp in which students in Kindergarten through 12th grade explore the exciting world of William Shakespeare and his times. Then they participate in a production of one of his plays! Using Shakespeare as a guide, participants learn more about acting, auditioning skills, costumes, scenery, how to memorize, mask making, lights, make-up, […]

Event: Put on your old play clothes and explore different forms of messy art. Test out new techniques or use well-loved ideas without the fear of making a “mistake”. Together we'll throw away the pressure of perfectionism and just have fun creating.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. […]

Event: Teen writers of all levels from experienced to brand new are invited! Come do writing challenges, share writing tips, play storytelling games, and more! Sharing your work is optional but welcome. Meets the third Tuesday of each month.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library […]

Event: Adventurers are invited to play Dungeons & Dragons at the library! Each month will feature multiple sessions at once to accommodate all levels, from absolute beginner to seasoned adventurer alike.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library is a department of the City of Hickory, […]

Performance: This unique experience is a week-long theatre day camp in which students in Kindergarten through 12th grade explore the exciting world of William Shakespeare and his times. Then they participate in a production of one of his plays! Using Shakespeare as a guide, participants learn more about acting, auditioning skills, costumes, scenery, how to memorize, mask making, lights, make-up, […]

Event: Bring your lunch and join us for a special FlutterBy Lunch & Learn event! Learn how butterflies benefit the world around us! ! On July 16th 12 – 1 PM, in North Classroom. Free event with the purchase of admission. Participants must provide their own bag lunch.

Event: Take an adventure into The Forgotten Realms with a new group of characters to create mayhem and mischief (and maybe save some people along the way).   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library is a department of the City of Hickory, North Carolina, located in […]

Event: 5-5:30: Grab a snack, a drink, cozy up. 5:30-6:30: Silent reading 6:30-7: chat with other readers or keep reading silently—totally up to you.

Performance: This unique experience is a week-long theatre day camp in which students in Kindergarten through 12th grade explore the exciting world of William Shakespeare and his times. Then they participate in a production of one of his plays! Using Shakespeare as a guide, participants learn more about acting, auditioning skills, costumes, scenery, how to memorize, mask making, lights, make-up, […]

Event: Participants will learn the basics of chess, strategies, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels, from beginners to champions, are welcome. Eugene Brown provides this program from the Big Chair Chess Club.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public […]

Event: Come join us for a fun workout, learn to dance, and keep those bodies moving!

Event: Come join us for a fun workout, learn to dance, and keep those bodies moving!

Event: Hosted by Audible Entertainment, Dive Bar High Point's Karaoke Night is the best in Downtown Hickory with great specials and a fun vibe! Doors open at 5pm for all. After 8pm we are 21+ Only. Karaoke starts just after 9pm.

Performance: This unique experience is a week-long theatre day camp in which students in Kindergarten through 12th grade explore the exciting world of William Shakespeare and his times. Then they participate in a production of one of his plays! Using Shakespeare as a guide, participants learn more about acting, auditioning skills, costumes, scenery, how to memorize, mask making, lights, make-up, […]

Event: Story Time, followed by painting little trains!

Event: Get ready to kick off your weekends with the rhythm of summer! The highly anticipated 2025 TGIF Summer Concert Series lineup will bringing a diverse lineup of live music to the heart of downtown. From soulful rhythm and blues to classic rock anthems and country twang, there's something for everyone to enjoy under the stars. The Vinyl Junkies Band […]

Performance: At only 21 years old, Garrett Huffman has accomplished an impressive amount of career milestones since teaching himself how to play the guitar during the pandemic of 2020. His original music landed him a record deal with Iron Gate Records in Nashville, TN and an endorsement deal with Willow Creek Guitars in Indianapolis, IN. Garrett has amassed countless fans […]

Event: Have you ever wondered how to replace the woven cane bottom in a chair or stool? You can learn how to do just that in this class. Using the skills you learn in this class, you can learn to restore your own chair bottoms for years to come. You will learn the herringbone pattern that is used on both […]

Event: Beginners are welcome to join in and weave a decorative pack basket. This flat back, 12" tall basket is made of reed and will be completed In approximately 4 hours- or less. This sturdy basket has a leather handle and cotton straps. Color choices will be available. All materials and tools provided. Teacher will advise how to make this […]

Event: Story Time, followed by painting little trains!

Event: Begin working on your Christmas list now with beautiful ceramic ornaments! Participants will texturize and cut out clay to create 6 keepsake ornaments to share with loved ones or for display on your tree. Previous experience with clay is not required. Students will be notified when projects are ready for pick-up, approximately 3 weeks after class. You may choose […]

Performance: Sail On plays the music of The Beach Boys. Performing all of the classic hits, plus some treasures from the brilliant extended catalog, Sail On faithfully recreates the soundtrack to an Endless Summer completely live and in rich detail without the aid of backing tracks or any other artificial musical supplementation.   About: The Newton Performing Arts Center is a historic Art Deco theater in Newton, NC. It offers live performances, concerts, and community events in an intimate, state-of-the-art setting. With a seating capacity […]