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Robotics Basics

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Grade schoolers
Event Details:

Grades 3-12. Intro to the LEGO SPIKE Prime robot’s hardware and software. You will also learn how to program the robots to move straight and turn. This class is the prerequisite fo...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Grade schoolers
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Grades 3-12. Intro to the LEGO SPIKE Prime robot’s hardware and software. You will also learn how to program the robots to move straight and turn. This class is the prerequisite for the Robotics Workshops.

I Spy Science: Water Magic!

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grade schoolers
Event Details:

We'll make and play with water whistles and bubble snakes!

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Grade schoolers
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

We'll make and play with water whistles and bubble snakes!

Mario Kart Tournament

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 6-12Join other teens in a quest to see who is the best at Mario Kart! The winner will receive a gift card.

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 6-12

Join other teens in a quest to see who is the best at Mario Kart! The winner will receive a gift card.

Spanish Storytime / Hora de Cuentos en Español

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

Our first Spanish storytime! We will read stories, sing songs, and have other activities in both English and Spanish. All are welcome, no matter if English or Spanish is your ...

Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Preschoolers
Event Details:

Our first Spanish storytime! We will read stories, sing songs, and have other activities in both English and Spanish. All are welcome, no matter if English or Spanish is your first language. Ages 0-6 with an adult.

 

Man on stage playing a guitar facing the audience.

Miscellany and Mirth of the Midwest

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Musician and storyteller, Dave Martin, takes us on a good-natured romp through the Midwest which explores the culture and storied history of the region, performing both traditional...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Musician and storyteller, Dave Martin, takes us on a good-natured romp through the Midwest which explores the culture and storied history of the region, performing both traditional and original songs while infusing quixotic anecdotes about his fam

Library Board Meeting

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room North at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Library Groups
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room North
Program Type: Library Groups

Stories and Songs With Puppets

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Multi-age & Family
Event Details:

Bring the family for several entertaining puppet shows that will delight preschool-2nd graders! Please register each person attending.

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Multi-age & Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Bring the family for several entertaining puppet shows that will delight preschool-2nd graders! Please register each person attending.

birds eye view of purple, pink, and multi-colored flowers made from duct tape

Duct Tape Flower Pens

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

For some beautiful and functional decor, come make some Duct Tape Flower Pens to add some summer joy to your pen holder! Reminiscent of the popular 2000s craft that had us all atta...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

For some beautiful and functional decor, come make some Duct Tape Flower Pens to add some summer joy to your pen holder!

Dungeons and Dragons

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Virtual
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Via Zoom. New and Returning players welcome. Come join in on this popular fantasy role-playing game. Cooperative play emphasized, so come and help your group succ...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Via Zoom. New and Returning players welcome. Come join in on this popular fantasy role-playing game. Cooperative play emphasized, so come and help your group succeed!

Family Storytime

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

Ages 0-6 with an adult.  Stimulate your child's senses through books, rhymes, music and movement. Little ones get distracted easily, please help us maintain engagement by ente...

Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 0-6 with an adult.  Stimulate your child's senses through books, rhymes, music and movement. Little ones get distracted easily, please help us maintain engagement by entering quietly if you arrive late. No registration required.

Monday Fun Day: Grades 4-5 Game Night

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Grade schoolers
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 learni...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Grade schoolers
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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! 

Minecraft: Dinosaur Safari

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Age Group:
Grade schoolers
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Play Minecraft at the library with TD3 Innovative Gaming. Immerse in a prehistoric world complete with lush forests, expansive deserts, and mysterious caves where you’l...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade schoolers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Play Minecraft at the library with TD3 Innovative Gaming. Immerse in a prehistoric world complete with lush forests, expansive deserts, and mysterious caves where you’ll encounter lifelike dinosaurs.

Books on Tap

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
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, ple...

Offsite Event
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 hbovino@caryarealibrary.info.

Mozart's Women

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation, Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Dramatic book reviewer, Jenny Riddle, in character as Constanze Mozart, along with classicalpianist, Jeffrey Panko, bring to life the fascinating story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart a...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Dramatic book reviewer, Jenny Riddle, in character as Constanze Mozart, along with classical
pianist, Jeffrey Panko, bring to life the fascinating story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the most

Splash Pad Storytime

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Off Site
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

Cool off with the Cary Area Public Library for a splash pad storytime featuring stories, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by the splash pad opening at 10 am! This storytime wi...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Preschoolers
Event Details:

Cool off with the Cary Area Public Library for a splash pad storytime featuring stories, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by the splash pad opening at 10 am!

Green over Screens: Art & Craft - Butterfly Suncatcher

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

Let's make a lovely tissue paper sun catcher to celebrate Pollinator Week (June 17-23)! This program is for ages 3-6 only. Please limit registration to two children per family, tha...

Registration
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Let's make a lovely tissue paper sun catcher to celebrate Pollinator Week (June 17-23)! This program is for ages 3-6 only. Please limit registration to two children per family, thank you.

Green over Screens - Let’s Make a Pollinator Garden @ Home Kit

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, @Home Kit
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Event Details:

Kit Pickup begins June 21st at 9:00 am. Nurture little seedlings to then grow and feed pollinators in your garden! This program is for ages 3-6 only and must have close supervision...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, @Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Kit Pickup begins June 21st at 9:00 am. Nurture little seedlings to then grow and feed pollinators in your garden! This program is for ages 3-6 only and must have close supervision from an adult.

Kids in the Kitchen: Mini Muffin Pan! @Home Kit

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:00am
Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking & Food, @Home Kit
Age Group:
Grade schoolers
Event Details:

Make savory and sweet mini muffins using your own muffin pan, included in this kit! The video will show you how to use the pan! And you can use your own baking supplies to make the...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Age Group: Grade schoolers
Program Type: Cooking & Food, @Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Make savory and sweet mini muffins using your own muffin pan, included in this kit! The video will show you how to use the pan! And you can use your own baking supplies to make the included recipes.

Two seniors on a covered seat of a trishaw.

Cycling Without Age

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Cary Area Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Note: A Cycling Without Age volunteer will have access to your phone number to contact you the morning of the ride.Feel the wind in your hair! Bring an elder out for a pleasant rid...

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Registration
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Note: A Cycling Without Age volunteer will have access to your phone number to contact you the morning of the ride.

Two seniors on a covered seat of a trishaw.

Cycling Without Age

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Cary Area Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Note: A Cycling Without Age volunteer will have access to your phone number to contact you the morning of the ride.Feel the wind in your hair! Bring an elder out for a pleasant rid...

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Registration
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Note: A Cycling Without Age volunteer will have access to your phone number to contact you the morning of the ride.

Firefly Family Theater

Firefly Family Theater- Under the Stars

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Grade schoolers, Preschoolers, Multi-age & Family
Event Details:

Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a summer night in Firefly Grove. Gather around the campfire to sing songs, listen to stories and watch the stars. Under the Stars&nb...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade schoolers, Preschoolers, Multi-age & Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a summer night in Firefly Grove.