This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Green over Screens: Confetti Conifers @ Home Kit Friday, January 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:45am Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, @Home Kit Age Group: Early Childhood C is for conifer, our kind of tree! A bit of paper confetti and cardboard makes this charming winter tree! This program is for ages 3-6 only. Please register for one kit per family. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Green over Screens: Confetti Conifers @ Home Kit 9:00am–9:45am Waitlist Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Arts & Crafts, @Home Kit Registration Required Event Details: C is for conifer, our kind of tree! A bit of paper confetti and cardboard makes this charming winter tree! This program is for ages 3-6 only. Please register for one kit per family.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Sign with Katy Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:00am Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Age Group: Early Childhood Join Katy as she teaches basic ASL vocabulary to you and your little one. Learning ASL is a great way for babies to learn to communicate their wants and needs with caregivers before gaining the ability to speak. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Sign with Katy 9:15am–10:00am Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Early Childhood Registration Required Event Details: Join Katy as she teaches basic ASL vocabulary to you and your little one. Learning ASL is a great way for babies to learn to communicate their wants and needs with caregivers before gaining the ability to speak.
This event is in the "Adults" group 3D Printing Pens Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Tech Age Group: Adults Create 3D art with your own hands! You’ll be able to choose from a variety of Winter-themed designs. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat 3D Printing Pens 10:00am–11:30am Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Tech Registration Required Event Details: Create 3D art with your own hands! You’ll be able to choose from a variety of Winter-themed designs.
This event is in the "Teens" group Virtual Dungeons and Dragons Via Zoom Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Virtual at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Gaming, Virtual Age Group: Teens Grades 6-12. Via Zoom. New and Returning players welcome. Come join in on this popular fantasy role-playing game, no experience necessary! Characters will be provided for you to play during the game. Closed View Details Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Virtual Dungeons and Dragons Via Zoom 1:00pm–4:00pm Closed Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Teens Program Type: Gaming, Virtual Registration Required Event Details: Grades 6-12. Via Zoom. New and Returning players welcome. Come join in on this popular fantasy role-playing game, no experience necessary! Characters will be provided for you to play during the game.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Build-A-Robot Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Teens, Elementary Grades 3-12 Build one of the LEGO EV3 robot designs and then download the program to activate it. Adults not required, but this is a great chance for you to share a STEM activity with your child. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Jan 18 2026 Sun Build-A-Robot 1:30pm–4:00pm Waitlist Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Grades 3-12 Build one of the LEGO EV3 robot designs and then download the program to activate it. Adults not required, but this is a great chance for you to share a STEM activity with your child.
This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group Maker Mondays Drop-In Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Age Group: Multi-age & Family All ages, kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Stop by and create! We will have various craft supplies and inspiration for you to make an art project, craft, structure, or simple machine - whatever you can imagine! View Details This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Maker Mondays Drop-In 10:00am–5:00pm Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Multi-age & Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Event Details: All ages, kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Stop by and create! We will have various craft supplies and inspiration for you to make an art project, craft, structure, or simple machine - whatever you can imagine!
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Daniel Tiger Potty Party Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Ages 18 months - 3 years with adult. Is your little one in the middle of potty training, ready to start, or just curious about the potty? Join us for a fun Daniel Tiger storytime all about the potty! Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Daniel Tiger Potty Party 10:30am–11:15am Waitlist Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Ages 18 months - 3 years with adult. Is your little one in the middle of potty training, ready to start, or just curious about the potty? Join us for a fun Daniel Tiger storytime all about the potty!
This event is in the "Elementary" group Monday Fun Day: Grades 4-5 Game Night Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room North at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Elementary Make friends and discover new screen-free games. On the first and third Mondays of the month. Third Mondays are geared to grades 4-5. Join us for an evening of fun and learning! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Monday Fun Day: Grades 4-5 Game Night 6:30pm–7:30pm Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room North Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Make friends and discover new screen-free games. On the first and third Mondays of the month. Third Mondays are geared to grades 4-5. Join us for an evening of fun and learning!
This event is in the "Teens" group No Sew Heart Pillow Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Grades 6-12Spread a little love this upcoming Valentine’s Day by creating a heart-shaped pillow using felt and stuffing. No sewing required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 20 2026 Tue No Sew Heart Pillow 7:00pm–8:00pm Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Grades 6-12Spread a little love this upcoming Valentine’s Day by creating a heart-shaped pillow using felt and stuffing. No sewing required.
This event is in the "Adults" group Books on Tap Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Off Site Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: Adults Talk shop about books with others in their 20’s and 30’s. Each meeting we discuss a title chosen by the group. If you’re interested in joining or to find out the current title, please email Jessica at jking@caryarealibrary.info. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Books on Tap 7:00pm–8:30pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Event Details: Talk shop about books with others in their 20’s and 30’s. Each meeting we discuss a title chosen by the group. If you’re interested in joining or to find out the current title, please email Jessica at jking@caryarealibrary.info.
This event is in the "Elementary" group Green Over Screens - Art & Craft: Weaving Yarn Snowflakes Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Elementary Join us as we turn cardboard and yarn into beautiful snowflakes! This program is for grades K-1 only. Please register up to two children with their name(s). Thank you. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Green Over Screens - Art & Craft: Weaving Yarn Snowflakes 4:30pm–5:30pm Waitlist Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us as we turn cardboard and yarn into beautiful snowflakes! This program is for grades K-1 only. Please register up to two children with their name(s). Thank you.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dolly Parton: Heartstrings and Harmony Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Presentation Age Group: Adults Step into the vibrant world of Dolly Parton with historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Dolly Parton: Heartstrings and Harmony 7:00pm–8:00pm Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentation Registration Required Event Details: Step into the vibrant world of Dolly Parton with historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group Scholarships, Grants, and Loans [virtual] Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Virtual at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Job & Career, Virtual Age Group: Adults, Teens This workshop will uncover the best college cost-reduction strategies and reveal little known asset, borrowing, and savings methods. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Scholarships, Grants, and Loans [virtual] 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults, Teens Program Type: Job & Career, Virtual Event Details: This workshop will uncover the best college cost-reduction strategies and reveal little known asset, borrowing, and savings methods.
This event is in the "Adults" group Project Management 101 - Part 1 [virtual] Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Off Site Program Type: Presentation, Job & Career, Computers & Tech, Workshop, Virtual Age Group: Adults Join Michael Spilg, PMI-certified instructor, for part one in his project management series presentation. Explore key tools through sample projects, and discover resources for certifications like PMP, ACP, and CAPM. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Project Management 101 - Part 1 [virtual] 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentation, Job & Career, Computers & Tech, Workshop, Virtual Event Details: Join Michael Spilg, PMI-certified instructor, for part one in his project management series presentation. Explore key tools through sample projects, and discover resources for certifications like PMP, ACP, and CAPM.
This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group Miss Jamie's Farm: A Fun and Educational Music Show Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Age Group: Elementary, Early Childhood, Multi-age & Family Sing, dance, laugh and learn about life down on the farm with Miss Jamie and her puppet animal friends! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Miss Jamie's Farm: A Fun and Educational Music Show 10:00am–10:45am Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary, Early Childhood, Multi-age & Family Registration Required Event Details: Sing, dance, laugh and learn about life down on the farm with Miss Jamie and her puppet animal friends!
This event is in the "Adults" group Genealogy Interest Group Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Workshop, Community Age Group: Adults The Genealogy Interest Group meets on the fourth Sunday of each month, unless otherwise noted. We welcome any and all interested persons who would like to share their genealogical research or who would like to learn more. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 25 2026 Sun Genealogy Interest Group 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Workshop, Community Event Details: The Genealogy Interest Group meets on the fourth Sunday of each month, unless otherwise noted. We welcome any and all interested persons who would like to share their genealogical research or who would like to learn more.
This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group Maker Mondays Drop-In Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Age Group: Multi-age & Family All ages, kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Stop by and create! We will have various craft supplies and inspiration for you to make an art project, craft, structure, or simple machine - whatever you can imagine! View Details This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Maker Mondays Drop-In 10:00am–5:00pm Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Multi-age & Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Event Details: All ages, kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Stop by and create! We will have various craft supplies and inspiration for you to make an art project, craft, structure, or simple machine - whatever you can imagine!
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Weekly Storytime Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Ages 0-6 with an adult. Stimulate your child's senses through books, rhymes, music, and movement. No registration required. View Details This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Weekly Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Ages 0-6 with an adult. Stimulate your child's senses through books, rhymes, music, and movement. No registration required.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Stay & Play Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Age Group: Early Childhood Hang out after storytime to play and learn! We have a selection of educational toys that will help with motor skills, sharing, and imaginative play! View Details This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Stay & Play 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Event Details: Hang out after storytime to play and learn! We have a selection of educational toys that will help with motor skills, sharing, and imaginative play!
This event is in the "Elementary" group We Love Graphic Novels Book Club Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: Elementary Grades 3-5. Join us for a fun evening where you can talk about your favorite graphic novels, discover new ones, meet friends, and have snacks…what could be better?! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Jan 26 2026 Mon We Love Graphic Novels Book Club 6:30pm–7:15pm Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Event Details: Grades 3-5. Join us for a fun evening where you can talk about your favorite graphic novels, discover new ones, meet friends, and have snacks…what could be better?!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Robotics Workshop Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Teens, Elementary Grades 3-12. Develop your programming skills with the LEGO SPIKE Prime robots and apply them to various challenges. Each Workshop will have a different lesson and different challenges for you to try out. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Robotics Workshop 6:30pm–8:30pm Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Grades 3-12. Develop your programming skills with the LEGO SPIKE Prime robots and apply them to various challenges. Each Workshop will have a different lesson and different challenges for you to try out.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Stories & Seasons Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Sweet stories and a charming craft with a focus on nature to fit right in with the seasons! For ages 2-6 only with an adult caregiver. Please register up to two children per family with their name. Thank you. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Stories & Seasons 10:30am–11:00am Waitlist Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Sweet stories and a charming craft with a focus on nature to fit right in with the seasons! For ages 2-6 only with an adult caregiver. Please register up to two children per family with their name. Thank you.
This event is in the "Elementary" group Full STEAM Ahead: Igloo Architects to the Rescue! Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Elementary Can you build an igloo for Penguin and his friends before the snow storm reaches Antarctica? Young architects will use simple materials to build an igloo for Penguin and his friends. Grades K-2 Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Full STEAM Ahead: Igloo Architects to the Rescue! 5:00pm–6:00pm Waitlist Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Can you build an igloo for Penguin and his friends before the snow storm reaches Antarctica? Young architects will use simple materials to build an igloo for Penguin and his friends. Grades K-2
This event is in the "Adults" group Civic Awareness Series with The League of Women Voters: An Evening with Paul Lisnek (virtual) Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Off Site Program Type: Presentation, Virtual Age Group: Adults REGISTER HERE View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Civic Awareness Series with The League of Women Voters: An Evening with Paul Lisnek (virtual) 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentation, Virtual Event Details: REGISTER HERE