This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group Maker Mondays Drop-In Monday, February 16, 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 Feb 16 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 "Elementary" group Monday Fun Day: Grades 4-5 Game Night Monday, February 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Flex Zone 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! Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Feb 16 2026 Mon Monday Fun Day: Grades 4-5 Game Night 6:30pm–7:30pm Waitlist Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone 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 "Elementary" group Pringles Tasting Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Cooking & Food Age Group: Elementary Grades 3-5Get ready for a flavorful, crunchy challenge! Participants will sample a variety of Pringles flavors from classic to weird and wild and try to guess each flavor using only their taste buds. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Pringles Tasting 6:00pm–6:45pm Waitlist Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Cooking & Food Registration Required Event Details: Grades 3-5Get ready for a flavorful, crunchy challenge! Participants will sample a variety of Pringles flavors from classic to weird and wild and try to guess each flavor using only their taste buds.
This event is in the "Teens" group Pringles Tasting Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Cooking & Food Age Group: Teens Grades 6-12Get ready for a flavorful, crunchy challenge! Participants will sample a variety of Pringles flavors from classic to weird and wild and try to guess each flavor using only their taste buds. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Pringles Tasting 7:00pm–7:45pm Full Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Teens Program Type: Cooking & Food Registration Required Event Details: Grades 6-12Get ready for a flavorful, crunchy challenge! Participants will sample a variety of Pringles flavors from classic to weird and wild and try to guess each flavor using only their taste buds.
This event is in the "Adults" group Online Night with a Museum: Lake Placid Olympic Museum [Virtual] Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Off Site Program Type: Presentation, Virtual Age Group: Adults Register Here Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Online Night with a Museum: Lake Placid Olympic Museum [Virtual] 7:00pm–8:00pm Open Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentation, Virtual Registration Required Event Details: Register Here
This event is in the "Adults" group Books on Tap Tuesday, February 17, 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 Feb 17 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 "Early Childhood" group Evening Storytime Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm Flex Zone 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 Feb 18 2026 Wed Evening Storytime 5:30pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone 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 "Adults" group Demystifying Hypnosis Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Presentation, Workshop Age Group: Adults Discover the truth about hypnosis and how it can support your well-being. We'll clear up common myths, explain how it really works, and explore its many benefits for personal growth and healing. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Demystifying Hypnosis 7:00pm–8:00pm Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentation, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Discover the truth about hypnosis and how it can support your well-being. We'll clear up common myths, explain how it really works, and explore its many benefits for personal growth and healing.
This event is in the "Elementary" group How Will Your Polar Bear Grow? @Home Kit Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:00am Cary Area Public Library Program Type: STEM, @Home Kit Age Group: Elementary Observe osmosis at work in this fun experiment using gummy bears! Grades 1-5 Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Feb 19 2026 Thu How Will Your Polar Bear Grow? @Home Kit 10:00am–10:00am Full Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM, @Home Kit Registration Required Event Details: Observe osmosis at work in this fun experiment using gummy bears! Grades 1-5
This event is in the "Adults" group True Crime Book Club: What the Dead Know: Learning about life as a New York City death investigator by Barbara Butcher Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: Adults Join us for a book discussion centered on true crime and its impact on society. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu True Crime Book Club: What the Dead Know: Learning about life as a New York City death investigator by Barbara Butcher 6:30pm–8:30pm Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a book discussion centered on true crime and its impact on society. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Sign with Katy Saturday, February 21, 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. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Sign with Katy 9:15am–10:00am Waitlist 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 Google Workspace 101: Google Photos Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Meeting Room North at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Computers & Tech Age Group: Adults In this class, we will learn more about Google Photos and how it works, so that you can take advantage of all the options available and learn what all it has to offer. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Google Workspace 101: Google Photos 10:00am–11:30am Waitlist Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room North Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Tech Registration Required Event Details: In this class, we will learn more about Google Photos and how it works, so that you can take advantage of all the options available and learn what all it has to offer.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Puzzle and Game Swap Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room South at Cary Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Calling all board game and puzzle fanatics! Looking for some cozy family fun while the weather is still chilly? Swap your games and puzzles with friends and neighbors and spread the love of board gaming and puzzling. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Puzzle and Game Swap 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room South Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Calling all board game and puzzle fanatics! Looking for some cozy family fun while the weather is still chilly? Swap your games and puzzles with friends and neighbors and spread the love of board gaming and puzzling.
This event is in the "Teens" group Virtual Dungeons and Dragons Via Zoom Saturday, February 21, 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 Feb 21 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 "Adults" group Genealogy Interest Group Sunday, February 22, 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 Feb 22 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, February 23, 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 Feb 23 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, February 23, 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 Feb 23 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, February 23, 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 Feb 23 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 Jr. Master Gardener Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Elementary Are you interested in the natural world, and all things that grow in the ground? If so, then Jr. Master gardener is the class for you! Come ready to get your hands dirty as we explore the fascinating world of plants. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Jr. Master Gardener 6:30pm–7:30pm Full Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Flex Zone Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Are you interested in the natural world, and all things that grow in the ground? If so, then Jr. Master gardener is the class for you! Come ready to get your hands dirty as we explore the fascinating world of plants.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Robotics Workshop Monday, February 23, 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 Feb 23 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, February 24, 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 Feb 24 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 "Adults" group ILP Presents: Still Afraid of the Dark: R.L. Stine Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Off Site Program Type: Presentation, Virtual Age Group: Adults Illinois Library Presents an interview with witty, creepy, and compulsively readable, bestselling author R.L. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 Tue ILP Presents: Still Afraid of the Dark: R.L. Stine 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentation, Virtual Event Details: Illinois Library Presents an interview with witty, creepy, and compulsively readable, bestselling author R.L.
This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Gaming Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Teens Grades 6-12 Play video games and board games with other teens! The library has a selection of Nintendo Switch and Wii U games that will be projected on the big screen. Registration preferred, walk-ins welcome. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Teen Gaming 7:00pm–8:30pm Open Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Grades 6-12 Play video games and board games with other teens! The library has a selection of Nintendo Switch and Wii U games that will be projected on the big screen. Registration preferred, walk-ins welcome.
This event is in the "Elementary" group Green Over Screens - Tic Tac Cocoa! @ Home Kit 02/25/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/01/2026 @ 4:45pm Cary Area Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, @Home Kit Age Group: Elementary Some wood and paint may look like a cup of cocoa, but it’s really a game! This program is for grades 4-5 only. Please register up to two children with their name(s). Thank you. Closed View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Feb-Mar 2026 Green Over Screens - Tic Tac Cocoa! @ Home Kit 02/25/2026 @ 9:00am–03/01/2026 @ 4:45pm Closed Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Arts & Crafts, @Home Kit Registration Required Event Details: Some wood and paint may look like a cup of cocoa, but it’s really a game! This program is for grades 4-5 only. Please register up to two children with their name(s). Thank you.