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Monday Fun Day: Grades 2-3 Kids Game Night

Monday, February 3, 2025 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.  First Mondays are geared to grades 2-3, third are geared to grades 4-5. Join us ...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Grade schoolers
Program Type: Gaming
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Seats Remaining: 0
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Make friends and discover new screen-free games. On the first and third Mondays of the month.  First Mondays are geared to grades 2-3, third are geared to grades 4-5. Join us for an evening of fun and learning! 

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Illinois Libraries Present: An Evening with James McBride [via zoom]

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Presentation, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

REGISTER HEREJoin us as Illinois Libraries Present, An Evening with James McBride.  McBride is a critically-acclaimed author, screenwriter and musician.  His 2023 novel, ...

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation, Virtual
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Teen Volunteer Board

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Community
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 6-12Join this fun service club to help with library volunteer projects. Participants will get volunteer hours for every meeting they attend. 

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Grades 6-12

Join this fun service club to help with library volunteer projects. Participants will get volunteer hours for every meeting they attend. 

Celebrating the Lunar New Year

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Lunar New Year season lasts from January 28th to February 12, 2025. It is a holiday observed by about 20% of the world's population, yet many are unfamiliar with...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

The Lunar New Year season lasts from January 28th to February 12, 2025.

2025 Great Decisions

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room South at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Community
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Exchange ideas about the foreign policy issues facing America today in this monthly discussion led by Professor Gary Midkiff. Participants must purchase a briefing book and read a ...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Community
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Exchange ideas about the foreign policy issues facing America today in this monthly discussion led by Professor Gary Midkiff. Participants must purchase a briefing book and read a chapter prior to each meeting.

Library Closed for Staff Training

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Cary Area Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Cary Area Public Library

Invisible Soda and Magic Water! @Home Kit with Video

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:00pm
Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM, @Home Kit
Age Group:
Grade schoolers
Event Details:

Kit pickup begins at 1:00 pm. You'll see some chemical and physical changes in soda and water in these fun activities! Parent supervision required.

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Age Group: Grade schoolers
Program Type: STEM, @Home Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Kit pickup begins at 1:00 pm. You'll see some chemical and physical changes in soda and water in these fun activities! Parent supervision required.

First Fridays Club

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Age Group:
Grade schoolers
Event Details:

This is a daytime club ideal for kids in grades 1-5 and perfect for homeschoolers and homeschooling families. Kids ages 9+ can be dropped off and kids ages 8 and under should be ac...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Grade schoolers
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Seats Remaining: 0
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This is a daytime club ideal for kids in grades 1-5 and perfect for homeschoolers and homeschooling families. Kids ages 9+ can be dropped off and kids ages 8 and under should be accompanied by an adult. 

Sign With Katy

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library
Age Group:
Preschoolers
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 befor...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Preschoolers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
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.

Cary Area Writers Group

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Cary Area Writers Group meets on the second Saturday of each month. We welcome any and all authors age 21+ who have an interest in writing. Bring a copy of what you wrote or 4-...

Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

The Cary Area Writers Group meets on the second Saturday of each month. We welcome any and all authors age 21+ who have an interest in writing. Bring a copy of what you wrote or 4-5 copies to pass around.

Family Storytime

Monday, February 10, 2025 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. No registration required.  Please note: Storytime content will repeat each we...

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. No registration required.  

Please note: Storytime content will repeat each week for the Monday, and Tuesday sessions.

Board Game Arena Virtual Game Night [via Zoom]

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on Zoom to play games on Board Game Arena together. You’ll need to create a free Board Game Arena account on http://boardgamearena.com. To make your account, you’...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join us on Zoom to play games on Board Game Arena together.

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Chocolate Lovers Workshop [via zoom]

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Cooking & Food, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Kristyn Slick from her classroom kitchen via Zoom, as you'll indulge in the rich, luxurious world of chocolate.  Learn the techniques for tempering chocolate, making gana...

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Details:

Join Kristyn Slick from her classroom kitchen via Zoom, as you'll indulge in the rich, luxurious world of chocolate.

RTA’s Group Transit Education Seminar

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Want to learn how older adults and people with disabilities can save money on public transportation? Want to learn how to make sure your trip on public transit is accessible? Come ...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 41
Event Details:

Want to learn how older adults and people with disabilities can save money on public transportation? Want to learn how to make sure your trip on public transit is accessible?

MCDH Wellness Screenings

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 9:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Community
Event Details:

Appointment required. $25 cholesterol/glucose test, $35 A1C plus cholesterol/glucose, or $20 A1C Only. Cash or check payments only. Fasting optional but recommended. Please make su...

Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Community
Event Details:

Appointment required. $25 cholesterol/glucose test, $35 A1C plus cholesterol/glucose, or $20 A1C Only. Cash or check payments only. Fasting optional but recommended. Please make sure to drink plenty of water prior to your appointment.

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Miss Jill's Vintage Storytime

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room South at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Multi-age & Family
Event Details:

Miss Jill has a collection of vintage children's books that you might not hear anywhere else. Bring the family for a cozy evening of fun and nostalgia- blankets, pillows, and PJ's ...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room South
Age Group: Multi-age & Family
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

Miss Jill has a collection of vintage children's books that you might not hear anywhere else. Bring the family for a cozy evening of fun and nostalgia- blankets, pillows, and PJ's encouraged! Best for school age children.

Google Workspace 101: Intro to Gmail

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Tech
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this class, we will go over how to use your Gmail account and its specific tools so that you can take advantage of all the different options available. If you need help learning...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Tech
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

In this class, we will go over how to use your Gmail account and its specific tools so that you can take advantage of all the different options available. If you need help learning how to navigate your Gmail account, this is the program for you!

Puzzle and Game Swap

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library
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 th...

Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
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.

Build-A-Robot

Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Grade schoolers
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 w...

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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: 10
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. 

Monday Fun Day: Grades 4-5 Game Night

Monday, February 17, 2025 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: 0
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! 

Books on Tap

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 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 jking@caryarealibrary.info.

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Limitless Possibilities

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 6-12Artists of all skill levels are invited to create a work of art with limitless possibilities. Artists will be provided painting supplies including a canvas to take home....

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Grades 6-12

Green Over Screens - 3D Name Sculptures!

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Flex Zone at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grade schoolers
Event Details:

What do you think of turning your name into a sculpture? Create letters and use your engineering skills to design a sculpture unique to you! This is for grades 4-5 only, there will...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Grade schoolers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

What do you think of turning your name into a sculpture? Create letters and use your engineering skills to design a sculpture unique to you! This is for grades 4-5 only, there will be quite a bit of cutting.

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Emancipation to Inauguration: Chicago's Black Experience

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Cary Area Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

From its first settler to legendary figures of politics, societal issues, and the arts, Chicago's African American legacy is lengthy, rich, and deep. To get an overview of the impa...

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Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

From its first settler to legendary figures of politics, societal issues, and the arts, Chicago's African American legacy is lengthy, rich, and deep.