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More Than Pictures Book Club (Grades 6-12)

Join us as we discover new (and old) graphic novels. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Youth Services Desk. Snacks will be provided. Registration is required, and sign up will be made available 30 days before the event.

Baby Storytime (Ages Birth - 1)

Introduce books, reading, and language through stories, songs rhymes, and movement. Come learn fun ways to help build the early literacy skills children need to become successful readers!

NC Works

At your local library, the NC Works Career Center staff provide you with the tools you need to succeed. They can help you find work, improve your skills, and connect you to other resources to help you prepare for interviews and make a good impression on employers. The following services are offered at no charge to all seeking a job: career assessment and guidance, access to training and education programs, learn about job fairs and workshops, information on the job market, assistance with searching for jobs, resume and cover letter preparation, practice interviewing for jobs, free computer and Internet access, and help registering with and using NC Works Online.

Toddler Time (Ages 1-2)

Introduce books, reading, and language through stories, songs rhymes, and movement. Come learn fun ways to help build the early literacy skills children need to become successful readers!

Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)

Introduce books, reading, and language through stories, songs rhymes, and movement. Come learn fun ways to help build the early literacy skills children need to become successful readers!

Coastal Carolina Riverwatch Screening

Coastal Carolina Riverwatch (CCRW) is a water quality nonprofit based in the White Oak River Basin (Onslow and Carteret Counties for the most part). They do research, outreach, and advocacy for our rivers and sounds to ensure they are swimmable, fishable, and drinkable. They are project-based and have done work including plastic pollution research, Water Quality for Fisheries, PFAS research, and Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) in Onslow. This event features a screening of the Smell of Money followed by a guest panel.

The New Romantics Book Club

September's read will be "Something Wilder" by Christina Lauren. Looking for a new book boyfriend? Let's chat about all things romance! Weigh in on our current reads throughout the month in the app or https://bookclubs.com/. Join us on the last Thursday of the month @ 7 pm for a live conversation over Zoom. The link will be shared in the app and on OCPL social media prior to each meeting.

Homework Help (Grades K-5) - Richlands

Beginning September 1 and on-going.

Family Storytime (0-5 years old) - Richlands

Introduce books, reading, and language through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Come learn fun ways to help build the early literacy skills children need to become successful readers!

Family Storytime (0-5 years old) - Richlands

Introduce books, reading, and language through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Come learn fun ways to help build the early literacy skills children need to become successful readers!

Book Club (Adults) - Richlands

Books bring people closer together! Join a community of readers exploring a variety of books this fall.

Friends of the Library Meeting (Adults) - Richlands

Want to support the library and be a voice in the community? Join the Friends of the Library. Our Friends of the Library make valuable contributions to ensure our library's collections, programs, and spaces are as vibrant as our community! Ask a staff member at any branch how to become a member.

Do You Want to Build a Scarecrow? (Family) - Richlands

Families are invited to bring old pants, shirts, etc. to build a scarecrow! Straw, rubber bands, yarn, tape, and paper bags will be provided. Take your scarecrow home and display it in your yard for the fall!

Family Storytime @ Sneads Ferry Branch Library (0-5 years old)

Family Storytime @ Sneads Ferry Branch Library (0-5 years old)

Trivia Night (Ages 12 and Up)

Baby Steps (Ages 0-18 Months)

Music & Movement (Ages 2-6)

Family Storytime (Ages 0-5) - Swansboro

Family Storytime (Ages 0-5) - Swansboro

Calligraphy 102: The Bare Basics (Age 16+) - Swansboro

Family Storytime (Ages 0-5) - Swansboro

Coastal PigOut