Saturday, February 8, 2020
Beatties Ford Road Writing Group
Do you like to write? Whether you are published or unpublished, share your works in progress: short stories, poetry or novels. Critiques are available.
Family Storytime
Bring your family out to enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child.
Sunday, February 9, 2020
Silver Sundays:
Come and join us for an afternoon of fun activities at Beatties Ford Library for our Silver Sundays Series! These programs are geared towards older adults, but all are welcome to participate.
Monday, February 10, 2020
Adult Sensory Storytime
Join us for this library program filled with literacy-related activities specifically designed for adults with autism spectrum disorders, sensory integration issues, or other developmental disabili
Monday Movies @ Beatties Ford Road Regional Library
Join us for a movie screening. Light refreshments will be provided - or better yet, why not bring your lunch and enjoy your food with the film?
Homework Help Hour
Come study and get assistance with homework every Monday at the library. This program is open to any student from K-12 that needs assistance with their assigned homework.
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Preschool Storytime: Listen & 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.
Genealogy Research: Finding your Ancestors - Together!
Need to research your family history but dont know where to begin? Confused about print and online resources? Want to connect with others building their family tree?
Microsoft Word 2013 Intermediate
Join us for a follow up to the Microsoft Word 2013 Basics class. After a brief review, we'll discuss paragraph formatting, headers & footers, and other more advanced topics.
Family Storytime: Pajama Storytime
Bring your whole family out to enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child.
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Active Reading Workshop (Part 2 of 2)
Come learn fun ideas and activities that you can use to support early literacy at home. Learn how to use the ABC's of Active Reading one on one with your child.
1-on-1 Support Session: Technology or Job Search Tutors
Drop in at the Information Desk for a 30-minute individual session with a volunteer or staff member to get help with computer basics, Microsoft Office, Internet, email or other topics, or to find h
Chess Club
Chess encourages cooperation, problem solving and strategic thinking skills. Learn chess basics and test your skills in 1-on-1 or group chess games.
1-on-1 Support Session: Technology or Job Search Tutors
Drop in at the Information Desk for a 30-minute individual session with a volunteer or staff member to get help with computer basics, Microsoft Office, Internet, email or other topics, or to find h
Dewey and Dragons
Learn, Connect, Play: Dewey and Dragons is Dungeons and Dragons at the library!
Thursday, February 13, 2020
Stories in 2 Languages: English & Spanish
Engage your child with stories, songs, and activities in English and Spanish that support early literacy skill development and expose your child to two languages and cultures.
BFR Gaming Day
Come have the ultimate gaming experience at the library. We have all modern gaming systems to compete and relax with friends.
Surviving Adulthood: Resources to Help Pay for College w/ CFNC
Ever think college was not an option because you couldnt afford it?
Saturday, February 15, 2020
1-on-1 Support Session: Technology or Job Search Tutors
Drop in at the Information Desk for a 30-minute individual session with a volunteer or staff member to get help with computer basics, Microsoft Office, Internet, email or other topics, or to find h
Pay It Forward Saturday
Do you want to help the Library with improving lives and building a stronger community?
"View The Right Thing" Film Series @ The Harvey B. Gantt Center
Please join us for this monthly film and discussion series paying homage to filmmaker Spike Lee and commemorating the 30th Anniversary of "Do the Right Thing." This month, we will be wrapping up th
Family Storytime
Bring your family out to enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child.
Sunday, February 16, 2020
Exploring History: U.S. Colored Troops Living History
Come join Maurice Johnson, active member of the 102nd U.S. Colored Troops in a presentation and discussion of African American troops from the Revolutionary War to Civil War and after.
Monday, February 17, 2020
Adult Sensory Storytime
Join us for this library program filled with literacy-related activities specifically designed for adults with autism spectrum disorders, sensory integration issues, or other developmental disabili
Cultural Exploration: Black History Month
Come celebrate Black History Month featuring Storytelling with Mother MinterFreedom Quilt Series.
STEAM 101: Art Club
Join us for Art Club! We provide some supplies and your provide the creativity. This program promotes creativity, imagination and story building.
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Preschool Storytime: Listen & 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.
Dewey and Dragons
Dewey and Dragons is Dungeons and Dragons at the library! Enjoy this role-playing game that encourages cooperation, problem solving, letter and word recognition, and critical thinking skills.
Microsoft Publisher 2013 Basics
Learn how to use Microsoft Publisher to design signs, flyers, bookmarks, business cards and more! Basic computer, mouse and word processing skills are required.
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Preschool Storytime
Engage your preschoolers with books, activities, stories and songs that encourage language and pre-reading skill development in order to help them grow into successful readers.