Programs & Events Listings
The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 5/19/2013 to 8/17/2013.
Creating with Books
Listen to stories and extend learning through a variety of hands-on activities. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Afternoon Adventures: Action Painting
Come dressed to get messy. Create messy paintings like Jackson Pollock. Call 704-416-6031 to register. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Teen Summer Reading: Upcycled T- Shirt Design
Enhance your fashion skills and create a unique new look from a cast-off tee. The winning designer will win a TSR-themed prize. Audience: Teens (12-18), Preteen (8-11), Elementary (5-11)
Paws To Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading to a certified therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
PAWS to Read: Tyson
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog, Tyson. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
PAWS to Read: Abi or Angel
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
PAWS to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Listen and Move
Children and parents will participate in stories, songs and movement activities that build both gross and fine motor skills, which children need to develop in order to read and write. Stories included in this storytime will focus on healthy living.
Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Science Saturday Book Club for Kids
This month’s book discussion and science activities, led by teen volunteer Matthew, is based on the book Secret Science: 25 science experiments your teacher doesn't know about by Steve Spangler. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Creating with Books
Listen to stories and extend learning through a variety of hands-on activities. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5), Family/Youth & Caregivers
CMLibrary Presents: Zelnik the Magician (for rising 1st to rising 5th grades)
An educational performance and interactive program by Zelnik the Magician just for the school-age crowd. For children in rising 1st through rising 5th grades. Registration is required and begins on Friday, May 31st at 10:00am.
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be making pet rocks. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Drama Rama
Act out and have fun! Come as we play exciting drama games that are sure to get you up and showcasing your talents!
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Literacy Activities
Children participate in a variety of self-directed literacy activities. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
Story Explorers
Explore books and stories in creative ways through engaging activities including math, science, games and more! For school age kids only! Audience: Elementary (5-11)
PAWS to Read: Buddy
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog, Tyson. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Story Explorers
Explore books and stories in creative ways through interactive activities including math, science, games, and more! This series is just for school-age kids, ages 5 to 8. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Rookie Science
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about fossils, explore the responsibilities of an archaeologist, and to make their own fossil. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig Into Reading!
Literacy based activities that promote summer reading and learning, designed to increase student's performance when they return to school. Registration is required and begins one week prior to event. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be making bean art. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Summer Rerading Families-Cave Art
Dig into the fascinating story of cave art and make a "cave drawing." Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11)
Story Explorers
Explore books and stories in creative ways through engaging activities including math, science, games and more! For school age kids only!
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Zelnik the Magician
An educational performance and interactive program by Zelnik the Magician's "Dig Into Magic" just for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Rookie Science
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about plants and how they grow. Participants will also have the opportunity to create their own plant pet. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be making fairy houses. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Summer Reading Families-Make a Pet Rock
Dig into this 1970's craze! Hear stories and make your own pet rock. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11)
Insects: Diggers in the Dirt
An educational performance and interactive program by Melody Wilkes' Walk in the Woods "Insects: Diggers in Dirt" just for the school-age crowd. (Registration is required.) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
School Break Special
School is out, so come to the library for a fun school-age program. This interactive session will connect you with literature through engaging activities. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be making dirt snacks. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Rocks, Minerals, and Fossils
Presentation uses geologic specimens illustrating the properties of minerals and the rock cycle, weathering, fossilization and other geologic principles. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Read and Tell at our Reading Party.
Afternoon Adventures: Dig Into Creating With Books
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. Bring along your favorite book for discussion or choose one to read. Refreshments will be availabe. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be making Kool-Aid cave paintings. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Summer Reading Families-Two Bad Ants
Hear the story "Two Bad Ants" and have some fun "antic" activities. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be Rookie Science. For ages 5 and up. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
Afternoon Adventures:Digital Storytelling
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. Learn how to use images and digital media to tell stories. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be making Egyptian cartouches. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Tent Tales
Learn about storytelling and explore the world of literature through spoken word with Mother Minter, a storyteller who has delighted audiences of all ages. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Summer Reading Families-Veggies Underground
Hear stories of our underground friends and make a carrot hat! Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week, the theme will be Drama Rama. For ages 5 and up. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: It's Book Time with Ronald McDonald
Learn about the power of reading and explore the world of magic with Ronald McDonald. Through the use of magic, Ronald McDonald brings a powerful message about the value of books and the enjoyment that comes from reading. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Dig into Reading: Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be excavating chips from cookies. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Summer Reading Families-Rock Out!
Dig this! Hear some rocking stories and move to some rocking tunes! Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week, the theme will be Legos and the Chaos Tower. For ages 5 and up. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
Meet The Illustrator
Celebrate reading and meet Judy Stead, illustrator of Spring Things; Who Loves Fall?; and Best Friend on Wheels. Learn about her drawing process, inspiration and career path. Question and answer session will follow presentation. Ages 5 and up. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
American Girl Tea Party
You are are cordially invited to join us for tea. Explore the beloved American Girl book series with stories, activities and trivia. Dress as your favorite character; dolls are welcome too! Seating is limited, registration required: (704) 416-5600 Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Magic Salt Crystal Gardens
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the world of rocks, examine rock formations, and create a magic salt crystal garden. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be looking at NC animal species. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Summer Reading Families--Wiggling Worms
Get your wiggles out! Hear stories and make a bookworm craft. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: End of Summer Reading Party
Let’s celebrate our awesome reading achievements. Come prepared to share the name of your favorite summer reading book. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Afternoon Adventures
Children develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be making rock jewelry. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Summer Reading Familes-Davy Crockett
Dig into history with one of America's most colorful characters and make a fun craft. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11)
Computer Basics for Kids
Get a basic overview of computer terms and concepts in this class for preteens. Learn the basic parts of a computer and how to use them. Also includes a basic introduction to the Windows operating system. Audience: Preteen (8-11), Elementary (5-11)
Microsoft Word Basics for Kids
Create, edit and save a document in Microsoft Word. Designed for preteens with some computer experience but little or no previous word processing experience. Learn how to use this powerful program to type papers for school. Audience: Preteen (8-11), Elementary (5-11)
Microsoft Powerpoint Basics for Kids
Come learn how to create, edit and save a basic presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint 2007. Designed for preteens who have mastered basic computer skills. It is strongly recommended that you take Word Basics before taking this class. Audience: Preteen (8-11), Elementary (5-11)
Microsoft Publisher Basics for Kids
Learn how to use Microsoft Publisher 2007 to design signs, flyers, bookmarks, and more! This program is for preteens who are comfortable with computer basics. Audience: Preteen (8-11), Elementary (5-11)
Introduction to Homework for Kids
Impress your teachers! This class introduces you to websites and online resources with accurate information to research topics for school projects. We will explore some databases and how to cite from them for homework. Audience: Preteen (8-11), Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Earthquakes & Volcanoes
Join staff of the Schiele Museum to explore earthquakes and volcanoes. Learn about the dynamic geologic forces that create and reshape the Earth’s surface. This is an educational and interactive program just right for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Predators from the sky with the Carolina Raptor Center
Carolina Raptor Center will be presenting this program. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Gardening and Seed Exchange
Want to go on an Afterschool Adventure? Join the library for a theme based storytime and/or activities. There's a different Adventure everytime. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Organic Gardening
Learn about organic gardenins with a special guest master gardener. Explore vermicomposting which uses worms to break down and decompose trash. This is an educational and interactive program just right for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Rookie Science: Radical Reptiles
A representative from the Latta Plantation Nature Center will introduce some reptile friends from the nature center and learn what makes a reptile unique. Program is geared towards rising second and third graders. Call 704-416-6031 to register. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CMLibrary Presents: The Carolina Raptor Center (rising 1st to rising 5th grade)
An educational performance and interactive program by The Carolina Raptor Center just for the school-age crowd.Registration is required and begins the Friday prior to the program at 10:00am. For rising 1st to rising 5th graders. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Rock and Roll with Geology
Learn about geology and explore the world of rocks with Sandi McGarrah. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Caves
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. How do caves form? What lives in a cave? Are there caves in North Carolina? Find out the answers here! Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Teen Summer Reading: Underground Animals
Join us to learn about animals that burrow underground with an expert from a Mecklenburg County Nature Center. Audience: Teens (12-18), Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
Rookie Science: Dirt Dwellers
Learn about the lives of our underground friends! What do they eat? Learn all this and more as we investigate the animals that live beneath our feet. This program is geared towards rising 2nd and 3rd graders. Call 704-416-6031 to register. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: A Walk in the Woods - Serpent Secrets
Learn about reptiles and explore the world of snakes with A Walk in the Woods: Serpent Secrets. Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their child. Ages 5-11. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Nature Education
Join Forest Ranger Laura to explore local animals and insects, especially those that dig into the ground. An educational and interactive program just right for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Rookie Science: Seeds for Sowing
Big ones, small ones, round ones, long ones, seeds come in all shapes and sizes. Discover how seeds travel and the journey they take to become a new plant. This porgam is geared towards rising second and third graders. Call 704-416-6031 to register. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Rocks & Minerals
Join staff from the Schiele Museum for a presentation about minerals and the rock cycle, weathering, fossilization and other geologic principles. This is an educational and interactive program just right for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Ocean Wonders with Sandi McGarrah
Learn about the ocean and explore all its wonders with Sandi McGarrah. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Paws To Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading to a certified therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
Homework Tutoring
The Library and Hands on Charlotte have partnered together to create a program where highly trained professionals and volunteers provide homework tutoring on all subjects to students in grades k-12. Registration preferred but walk-ins welcome. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Teens (12-18)
PAWS to Read
Children can boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
PAWS to Read: Tyson
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog, Tyson. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
School Age Tutoring
Drop into the Children's Department and get help with elementary-level reading, math or homework from a trained Teen Tutor. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)
Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
PAWS to Read: Abi or Angel
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
PAWS to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CANCELED- Homework Tutoring
Homework Help presented every Monday night at 6 pm is canceled for the following date(s) due to the CMS Holiday or Teacher Workday. Please check for upcoming sessions. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Teens (12-18)
Afternoon Adventures: Home School Rocks series
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. Learn about home school resources and enjoy ice cream! Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Creating with Books
Listen to stories and extend learning through a variety of hands-on activities. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. To register call 704-416-4800, option 4 or come to the reference desk.
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Hawaiian Luau!
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be Hawaiian Luau! Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)
PAWS to Read: Buddy
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog, Tyson. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Spanish Now! Introduction to Spanish for Kids
Learn basic Spanish through interactive stories and literacy-based activities. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Slimy Critters!
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be Slimy Critters! Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Diggin' for Ye Olde Pirate Treasure
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week we will make pirate hats, dig up pirate treasure, and much more! Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Fun with Science!
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be Fun with Science! Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: A Walk in the Woods
Learn about and explore coral reefs and sharks with a special presentation, hands-on artifacts, and live animals. *Registration required (registration begins June 10th) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Rock and Roll with Geology
Learn about geology and explore the world of rocks with Sandi McGarrah. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Legos
Learn mathematical concepts of sorting, building, and geometry while using Lego building blocks.
Registration required due to limited space. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Lego Town Nascar Race
Create race cars out of Legos and race to the finish line. Will your car be the fastest?
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Carolina Raptor Center
Learn and explore live birds of prey with the Carolina Raptor Center. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Summer Reading Finale: Schiele Museum
Join us at University City Library as we wrap up this year's summer reading program and celebrate our readers. Enjoy a special program from the Schiele Museum featuring rocks, minerals, and fossils. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Spanish Now! Introduction to Spanish for Kids
Learn basic Spanish through interactive stories and literacy-based activities. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Board Games
Children participate in self-directed board games that encourage team work, problem solving, letter and word recognition, and other skills. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
Wii U Gaming - Free Play
We invite kids (ages 5-11) and their families to sign up to play the Wii U. Players will actively participate in Wii U games that encourage cooperation, problem solving and critical thinking skills. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Board Game Friday
Come join us on Friday afternoons for a chance to play your favorite board games and maybe discover new favorites!
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Board Game Fun
Learn, Connect, Play: Board Games (1st to 5th grades)
Children in grades 1 to 5 participate in self-directed board games that encourage team work, problem solving, letter and word recognition, and other skills. Refreshments will be available. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Learn, Connect, Play: Video & Board Games
Children and teens participate in a variety of board and video games that encourage cooperation, letter and word recognition, problem solving and critical thinking skills. For ages 5 and up. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
Wii U Gaming - Free Play
We invite kids (ages 5-11) and their families to sign up to play the Wii U. Players will actively participate in Wii U games that encourage cooperation, problem solving and critical thinking skills. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Board Game Friday
Come join us on Friday afternoons for a chance to play your favorite board games and maybe discover new favorites! Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Teen Summer Reading: Kinect Gaming Tournament
Compete against teens at other library branches to see who has the fiercest skills. The winner will earn a Teen Summer Reading-themed prize. Audience: Teens (12-18), Preteen (8-11), Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading: Ancient Egypt
How did the ancient Egyptians build the pyramids without modern technology? Simple! Or at least the machines were. Join T.J. Shimeld of Fli-Rite Learning to explore ancient Egypt, five simple machines, and mathematics. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Listen and Move
Children and parents will participate in stories, songs and movement activities that build both gross and fine motor skills, which children need to develop in order to read and write. Stories included in this storytime will focus on healthy living.
Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Teen Summer Reading: Underground Animals
Join us to learn about animals that burrow underground with an expert from a Mecklenburg County Nature Center. Audience: Teens (12-18), Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
Teen Summer Reading: Upcycled T- Shirt Design
Enhance your fashion skills and create a unique new look from a cast-off tee. The winning designer will win a TSR-themed prize. Audience: Teens (12-18), Preteen (8-11), Elementary (5-11)
CMLibrary Presents: Escape from Planet Earth
Brendan Fraser lends his voice to Scorch Supernova, a space hero who defends his planet, Beeb, against the nefarious villain Shanker (voiced by James Gandolfini) in this computer-animated movie. This movie is rated G. Refreshments will be served. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers, Teens (12-18)
From Page to Screen - The Lorax
The library will show a special screening of The Lorax (PG) based on the children’s book The Lorax by Dr. Seuss. Seeing a story brought to life will enhance children’s understanding of a familiar story. Popcorn will be served! Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)
From Page to Screen
The library will show a special screening of movies based on popular children’s books. Seeing a story brought to life will enhance children’s understanding of a familiar story. Bring your lunch and watch the movie. Popcorn will be served! Audience: Elementary (5-11)
From Page to Screen - Chicken Little
The library will show a special screening of Chicken Little (G) based on the children’s book Chicken Little by Steven Kellogg. Seeing a story brought to life will enhance children’s understanding of a familiar story. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
From Page to Screen - Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
The library will show a special screening of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs based on the children’s book by Judi Barrett. Seeing a story brought to life will enhance children’s understanding of a familiar story. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Now Showing: Journey To The Center Of The Earth
Join us for a special showing of Journey To The Center Of The Earth about a scientist who is searching for his missing brother and discovers a fantastic and dangerous world in the center of the earth. This movie is rated PG. For ages 5 and up. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
From Page to Screen: James and the Giant Peach
Whether you already love the book or want to watch the movie before reading it, join us for the film adaptation of James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl. See the story brought to life! This movie is rated PG. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Now Showing: The Land Before Time
Join us for a showing of "The Land Before Time", an enchanting animated family adventure that follows the journey of five young dinosaurs and their quest to reach "The Great Valley." This film is rated G. Light refreshments will be served. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
Chinese for Kids
Children will learn the basics of the Chinese language through interactive storytimes and literacy-based activities. Call 704-416-6031 to register. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Tent Tales
Learn about storytelling and explore the world of literature through spoken word with Mother Minter, a storyteller who has delighted audiences of all ages. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Games from Around the World
Learn about the Mancala game from West Africa. It’s sure to be a rocking good time. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CMLibrary Presents: Zelnik the Magician (for rising 1st to rising 5th grades)
An educational performance and interactive program by Zelnik the Magician just for the school-age crowd. For children in rising 1st through rising 5th grades. Registration is required and begins on Friday, May 31st at 10:00am.
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Summer Reading Kick-Off
Boost your reading skills and earn incentives by participating in the summer reading club. Sign up at your local library and enjoy a puppet show presented by the Steele Creek Library's Staff. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5)
Zelnik the Magician
An educational performance and interactive program by Zelnik the Magician's "Dig Into Magic" just for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Insects: Diggers in the Dirt
An educational performance and interactive program by Melody Wilkes' Walk in the Woods "Insects: Diggers in Dirt" just for the school-age crowd. (Registration is required.) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CMLibrary presents: Professor Whizzpop (for rising 1st to rising 5th grades)
An educational performance and interactive program by magician and performaer Professor Whizzpop just for the school-age crowd. For children in rising 1st through rising 5th grades. Registration is required and begins on Friday, May 31st at 10:00am. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Rocks, Minerals, and Fossils
Presentation uses geologic specimens illustrating the properties of minerals and the rock cycle, weathering, fossilization and other geologic principles. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Tent Tales
Children will hear stories during this one-of-a-kind storytelling experience with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Frontline Storytellers' Summer Tent Tales. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
African Drumming
Thomas Tillman will introduce the history of African culture through the diembe drum, providing an entertaining and informative presentation featuring the history of the drum, an instrument of communication and entertainment. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Music and Black Southern History
What can Negro Spirituals, Blues, Jazz and Hip-Hop teach us about black southern history? Read and listen to lyrics from the past 150 years to see history through the eyes of black singers and musicians. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Over The Counter Improv
Paul Marks will use improvisation exercises and teach techniques to help attendees gain confidence with public speaking, improve their ability to think on their feet, enhance their listening techniques, and develop leadership and cooperation skills. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Book Time with Ronald McDonald
This program highlights the importance of reading. Using magic, music, audience participation, and storytelling, Ronald brings home five important lessons. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CML Presents: Oba King
Oba King will present an hour-long special of traditional storytelling to children grades K- 2 and their families/caregivers. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11)
Paws to Read
Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preschool (3-5), Preteen (8-11)
CMLibrary Presents: Zelnik the Magician (for rising 1st to rising 5th grades)
An educational performance and interactive program by Zelnik the Magician just for the school-age crowd. For children in rising 1st through rising 5th grades. Registration is required and begins on Friday, May 31st at 10:00am.
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Summer Reading Kickoff
Join us at Sugar Creek Library as we kick off our summer reading program for readers of all ages. Sign up for your online reading log, enjoy literacy activities and special guests. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11), Teens (12-18)
Summer Reading Kickoff
Join us at Mint Hill Library as we kick off summer reading program for readers of all ages. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11), Teens (12-18)
Summer Reading Kickoff--Discovery Place presents "Dino Time"
Young paleontologists will unearth dinosaur friends that lived long ago as they journey into the past exploring through hands-on activities and fossil investigations. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Summer Performers/Presenters: Gemstone Mining
An educational performance and interactive program by the Schiele Museum just for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Summer Reading Kick-off: Zelnik the Magician
Join us at University City Library as we kick off our summer reading program. Zelnik the Magician will lead a fun program that includes storytelling, child participation, puppetry, magic, and music! Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CMLibrary Presents...Gem Mining with the Schiele Museum
An educational performance and interactive program featuring gem mining by Schiele Museum just for the school-age crowd. For ages 5 and up. Space is limited to the first 25 children. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
CMLibrary Presents...Gem Mining with the Schiele Museum
An educational performance and interactive program featuring gem stone by Schiele Museum just for the school-age crowd. For ages 5 and up. Space is limited to the first 25 children. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
Summer Reading Kick-Off
Join us at Mountain Island Library as we kick-off our summer reading program for readers of all ages. Sign up for the online reading log, enjoy stories from special guest storyteller, explore the library with a scavenger hunt and more! Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11), Teens (12-18)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: A Walk in the Woods
An educational performance and interactive program by A Walk in the Woods just for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Hear Steel Drums Play
Learn about Steel Drums and explore the music and sounds they create with Minsky Delmonte of Hear Steel Drums Play. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Teens (12-18), Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: The Adventures of Carolina Zelnik
Learn the importance of summer reading and explore magic with Zelnik the Magician, an experience that will thoroughly engage our summer readers. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Gem Mining with the Schiele Museum
An educational performance and interactive program by the Schiele Museum just for the school-age crowd. Join us for an exciting gem mining experience. For ages 5-11. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CMLibrary Presents...Discovery Place: Oceans
Children and teens will learn about oceans and life under the sea in this hands-on program presented by Discovery Place. For ages 5 and up. Space is limited to 25 children. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
CMLibrary Presents...Discovery Place: Oceans
Children and teens will learn about oceans and life under the sea in this hands-on program presented by Discovery Place. For ages 5 and up. Space is limited to 25 children. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
Zelnik the Magician
An educational performance and interactive program by Zelnik the Magician's "Dig Into Magic" just for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CMLibrary Presents: The Carolina Raptor Center (rising 1st to rising 5th grade)
An educational performance and interactive program by The Carolina Raptor Center just for the school-age crowd.Registration is required and begins the Friday prior to the program at 10:00am. For rising 1st to rising 5th graders. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Summer Performers/Presenters: Beth Hutchison, Storyteller
An educational performance and interactive program by Beth Hutchison just for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CMLibrary Presents...A Walk In The Woods: Reefs and Sharks
Children and teens can meet marine life and touch sea creatures that live in coral reefs: presented by Melody Bell Wilkes, a local naturalist, with A Walk in the Woods Educational Programs. For ages 5 and up. Space is limited to 35 children. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Mad Science
An educational performance and interactive program by Mad Science just for the school-age crowd. Let's Dig into Reading! Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CMLibrary Presents...Carolina Raptor Center: Predators From The Sky
An educational performance and interactive program by Carolina Raptor Center just for the school aged crowd. For ages 5 and up. Space is limited to 25 children. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Teens (12-18)
Insects: Diggers in the Dirt
An educational performance and interactive program by Melody Wilkes' Walk in the Woods "Insects: Diggers in Dirt" just for the school-age crowd. (Registration is required.) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Dig Into Ancient Egypt
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be Ancient Egypt. For ages 5-11. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
School Break Special
School is out, so come to the library for a fun school-age program. This interactive session will connect you with literature through engaging activities. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CMLibrary presents: Professor Whizzpop (for rising 1st to rising 5th grades)
An educational performance and interactive program by magician and performaer Professor Whizzpop just for the school-age crowd. For children in rising 1st through rising 5th grades. Registration is required and begins on Friday, May 31st at 10:00am. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Summer Performers/Presenters: Fairy Tale Dances
An educational performance and interactive program by Christina Lohry just for the school-age crowd. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: A Walk in the Woods
Learn about and explore coral reefs and sharks with a special presentation, hands-on artifacts, and live animals. *Registration required (registration begins June 10th) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
National Ice Cream Month Festival
Enjoy books and hands-on activities as you celebrate National Ice Cream Month. Participants will learn about the science of creating ice cream Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Pirates - Books are Buried Treasure
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be Pirates! Registration begins June 24. (ages 5-8) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Rocks, Minerals, and Fossils
Presentation uses geologic specimens illustrating the properties of minerals and the rock cycle, weathering, fossilization and other geologic principles. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CML Presents: Carolina Raptor Center
Learn and explore live birds of prey with Carolina Raptor Center. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: How Does Your Garden Grow?
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be Gardening! Registration begins July 1. (ages 5-8) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Rock and Roll with Geology
Learn about geology and explore the world of rocks with Sandi McGarrah. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Tent Tales
Children will hear stories during this one-of-a-kind storytelling experience with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Frontline Storytellers' Summer Tent Tales. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Dig Into Fossils
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be fossils. For ages 5-11. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CML Presents: Mad Science
Learn science and explore chemical reactions, air pressure, and the states of matter with Mad Science, presenting "Fire and Ice." Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Wonderful Wiggling Worms
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be Worms! Registration begins July 8. (ages 5-8) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
African Drumming
Thomas Tillman will introduce the history of African culture through the diembe drum, providing an entertaining and informative presentation featuring the history of the drum, an instrument of communication and entertainment. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Dig Into Garden Gnomes
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be garden gnomes. For ages 5-11. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CML Presents: Charlotte Symphony
Learn and explore music with members of the Charlotte Symphony. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Mad Science
An educational performance and interactive program by Mad Science just for the school-age crowd. Let's learn about dinosaurs! (ages 5-8) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: It's Book Time with Ronald McDonald
Learn about the power of reading and explore the world of magic with Ronald McDonald. Through the use of magic, Ronald McDonald brings a powerful message about the value of books and the enjoyment that comes from reading. Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: A Walk in the Woods - Serpent Secrets
Learn about reptiles and explore the world of snakes with A Walk in the Woods: Serpent Secrets. Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their child. Ages 5-11. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CML Presents: Reedy Creek Nature Center
Learn and explore Radical Reptiles with Reedy Creek Nature Center. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Music and Black Southern History
What can Negro Spirituals, Blues, Jazz and Hip-Hop teach us about black southern history? Read and listen to lyrics from the past 150 years to see history through the eyes of black singers and musicians. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: The Fire Department
Learn about fire safety through stories and a tour of a real fire truck with the Charlotte Fire Department. Families welcome. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers, Preschool (3-5)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Brenda Gill
Learn and explore as you hear classic stories and folktales during this one-of-a-kind storytelling experience with Brenda Gill, a professional storyteller.
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Dinosaurs - Dig into the Past
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be Dinosaurs! Registration begins July 22. (ages 5-8) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Over The Counter Improv
Paul Marks will use improvisation exercises and teach techniques to help attendees gain confidence with public speaking, improve their ability to think on their feet, enhance their listening techniques, and develop leadership and cooperation skills. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Dig Into Creating With Books
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be the adventure of Two Bad Ants by Chris Van Allsburg. For ages 5-11. Registration required. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
CML Presents: Teen Summer Volunteers
Learn and explore reading with the CML Teen Summer Volunteers. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: What's the Scoop?
Develop literacy and critical thinking skills through books and hands-on activities. This week the theme will be Ice Cream! Registration begins July 29. (ages 5-8) Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Book Time with Ronald McDonald
This program highlights the importance of reading. Using magic, music, audience participation, and storytelling, Ronald brings home five important lessons. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Ocean Wonders with Sandi McGarrah
Learn about the ocean and explore all its wonders with Sandi McGarrah. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Summer Reading Finale
Celebrate all of your reading accomplishments over the summer by collecting your incentives and enjoying ice cream. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Carolina Raptor Center
Learn and explore live birds of prey with the Carolina Raptor Center. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Summer Reading Finale: Schiele Museum
Join us at University City Library as we wrap up this year's summer reading program and celebrate our readers. Enjoy a special program from the Schiele Museum featuring rocks, minerals, and fossils. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Back to School Festival
Enjoy books, literacy activities, storytelling and food as you join us to celebrate our 4th Annual Hickory Grove Library Back to School Festival. Audience: Family/Youth & Caregivers, Elementary (5-11), Teens (12-18)
Summer Reading Finale
Join us at Mountain Island Library as we wrap up this year’s summer reading program and celebrate our readers. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Teens (12-18), Adults
"Dig into Reading" with Myths and Monsters
Children will hear stories during this one-of-a-kind storytelling experience. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Tent Tales
Children will hear stories during this one-of-a-kind storytelling experience with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Frontline Storytellers' Summer Tent Tales. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Tent Tales
Learn about storytelling and explore the world of literature through spoken word with Mother Minter, a storyteller who has delighted audiences of all ages. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Brenda Gill
Learn and explore as you hear classic stories and folktales during this one-of-a-kind storytelling experience with Brenda Gill, a professional storyteller.
Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Listen and Move
Children and parents will participate in stories, songs and movement activities that build both gross and fine motor skills, which children need to develop in order to read and write. Stories included in this storytime will focus on healthy living.
Audience: Preschool (3-5), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Dig Into Reading!
Literacy based activities that promote summer reading and learning, designed to increase student's performance when they return to school. Registration is required and begins one week prior to event. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Dig into Reading
Children will listen to stories chosen specifically to hold their interest, while improving literacy and critical thinking skills. This month we will read stories about our Summer Reading theme, Dig Into Reading. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Dig into Reading
Explore books and stories in creative ways through interactive activities including math, science, games and more! This series is just for school-aged kids. Audience: Preteen (8-11), Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers
Chinese for Kids
Children will learn the basics of the Chinese language through interactive storytimes and literacy-based activities. Call 704-416-6031 to register. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Preteen (8-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Diggin' Math with Storytime
Explore math through storytime. Count on it to be great fun. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
School -Aged Storytime: Blanket Fort Fun
Bring your own blankets to build a fort and listen to stories. PJs, pillows and sleepy bags are welcome! Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Beach Time Book Party
We are bringing the beach to you. Come enjoy beach fun with books and games. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Afternoon Adventures: Blanet Fort Fun
Bring your own blankets to build a fort and listen to stories. PJs, pillows and sleepy bags are welcome! Also offered June 24th at 6:00 pm. Audience: Elementary (5-11)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: The Fire Department
Learn about fire safety through stories and a tour of a real fire truck with the Charlotte Fire Department. Families welcome. Audience: Elementary (5-11), Family/Youth & Caregivers, Preschool (3-5)
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