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This event is in the "Elementary" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, @Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Soon we'll see real butterflies, but until then, we can enjoy these paper ones! This program is for grades 2nd-3rd only. Please register up to two children with their name(s). Thank you.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Half Day Hangout

11:30am–2:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Drop-in at the library and hang out with Switch games, board games, craft supplies, and snacks! What you do is up to you. CJH students have a half day of school on these dates.

This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group

Maker Mondays Drop-In

10:00am–5:00pm
Multi-age & Family
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

Invisible Ink

6:30pm–7:30pm
Elementary
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Did you know that you can make invisible ink messages using baking soda, turmeric, and isopropyl alcohol? Come try out this fun and simple craft!

This event is in the "Elementary" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

With scissors, glue and your imagination, an egg carton has everything you need to make an amazing face! This program is for grades K-1st only. Please register one per family, thank you.

This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group

Maker Mondays Drop-In

10:00am–5:00pm
Multi-age & Family
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 "Teens" group

Half Day Hangout

11:30am–2:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Drop-in at the library and hang out with Switch games, board games, craft supplies, and snacks! What you do is up to you. CJH students have a half day of school on these dates.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Green Over Screens - Rainy Day Stuffie @ Home Kit

9:00am–9:45am
Elementary
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, @Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a sweet little cloud and some melty crayon raindrops! This program is for grades 4-5 only. Please register one kit per family only. Thank you.

Library Closing

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Cary Area Public Library
This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group

Maker Mondays Drop-In

10:00am–5:00pm
Multi-age & Family
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

Green Over Screens - Bubble Wrap Beehive @Home Kit

9:00am–9:00am
Early Childhood
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, @Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Give bubble wrap something else to do, like helping you make a fun beehive!  Please register for one kit, ages 3-6 only, thank you.

This event is in the "Adults" group

3D Printing Pens

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Tech
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose from a variety of spring- and summer-themed designs to create 3-D art.

This event is in the "Multi-age & Family" group

Maker Mondays Drop-In

10:00am–5:00pm
Multi-age & Family
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

Stories & Seasons

10:30am–11:00am
Early Childhood
Open
Registration Required
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(s). Thank you. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Tote Bag Painting

7:00pm–8:30pm
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12

Design custom artwork on a fabric tote bag. Perfect to carry books for summer reading or to travel with you on your summer adventures.  

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Burpee Museum Presents: Native American Pinch Pots

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cary Area Public Library
Room: Flex Zone
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover how pottery helps archaeologists decode past cultures and everyday life.

Library Closing

All Day 5/24–5/25
Closing
Branches:
Cary Area Public Library

Library Closed for Staff Training

9:00am–1:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Cary Area Public Library

Library Closing

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Cary Area Public Library

Library Closing

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Cary Area Public Library

Library Closed for Staff Training

9:00am–1:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Cary Area Public Library

Library Closing

All Day 9/6–9/7
Closing
Branches:
Cary Area Public Library

Library Closed for Staff Training

9:00am–1:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Cary Area Public Library

Library Closing

11/25/2026 @ 5:00pm–11/26/2026 @ 9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Cary Area Public Library