Family Movies at the Morganton Public Library

Fridays at 2:30pm.

Movies are subject to change. No pre-registration is required. You must have a ticket for admittance. Tickets will be available 30 minutes prior to showtime. Space is limited. Snacks and drinks will be provided!

Friday, June 15th at 2:30pm

Coco

2017 | PG | 120 minutes

Aspiring musician Miguel, confronted with his family's ancestral ban on music, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather, a legendary singer.

Friday, June 22nd at 2:30pm

Ferdinand

2017 | PG | 108 minutes

After Ferdinand, a bull with a big heart, is mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure.

Friday, June 28th at 2:30pm

Peter Rabbit

2018 | PG | 95 minutes

Feature adaptation of Beatrix Potter's classic tale of a rebellious rabbit trying to sneak into a farmer's vegetable garden.

No Movie Friday, July 6th

Friday, July 12th at 2pm

Rock-A-Doodle

1991 | G | 74 minutes

In order to defeat the Grand Duke of Owls, a young boy transformed into a cat teams up with a group of barnyard animals to find a rooster who can raise the sun.

Friday, July 19th at 2pm

Paddington 2

2017 | PG | 120 minutes

Paddington, now happily settled with the Brown family and a popular member of the local community, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy's 100th birthday, only for the gift to be stolen.

Friday, July 26th at 2pm

The Greatest Showman

2017 | PG | 105 minutes

Celebrates the birth of show business, and tells of a visionary who rose from nothing to create a spectacle that became a worldwide sensation.

Download the MPL Summer Reading Program Family Movies Flyer!

Family Movies at the Valdese Public Library

Fridays at 2:00pm
Movies are subject to change. No pre-registration is required. Popcorn and drink provided.

Friday, June 15th at 2:00pm

Mulan

1998 | G | 88 min.

To save her father from death in the army, a young maiden secretly goes in his place and becomes one of China's greatest heroines in the process.

Friday, June 22nd at 2:00pm

Kubo and the Two Strings

2016 | PG | 101 min.

A young boy named Kubo must locate a magical suit of armour worn by his late father in order to defeat a vengeful spirit from the past.

Friday, June 29th at 2:00pm

Annie

2014 | PG | 118 min.

A foster kid, who lives with her mean foster mom, sees her life change when business tycoon and New York City mayoral candidate Will Stacks makes a thinly-veiled campaign move and takes her in.

No Movie Friday, July 6th

Friday, July 13th at 2:00pm

The Lion King

1994 | G | 88 min.

A Lion cub crown prince is tricked by a treacherous uncle into thinking he caused his father's death and flees into exile in despair, only to learn in adulthood his identity and his responsibilities.

Friday, July 20th at 2:00pm

The Little Mermaid

1989 | G | 83 min.

A mermaid princess makes a Faustian bargain with an unscrupulous sea-witch in order to meet a human prince on land.

Friday, July 27th at 2:00pm

Enchanted

2007 | PG | 107 min.

A young maiden in a land called Andalasia, who is prepared to be wed, is sent away to New York City by an evil queen, where she falls in love with a lawyer.

Click to download the VPL Summer Family Movies Flyer!

Baby Bookworms

Join us for a first time library experience for babies (ages 1-2) and their caregivers. This summer we will explore music through rhymes, movement, and play. Each week we will focus on a special song with a related story and craft.

Wednesdays at 10:00 am
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Baby Bookworms Flyer!

Terrific Tots

A storytime for children 2 years old.

Tuesdays at 10:00am
Pre-registration is required.

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Preschool Pals

Created for children ages 3, 4 and 5, Preschool Pals is geared for children in Preschool or Pre-K programs. Join us for a fun filled hour of stories, games, songs, crafts, and other educational activities with a creative focus on skills needed for Kindergarten.

Thursdays at 10:00am
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Preschool Pals Flyer!

Tots and Pals

An evening storytime for children 2–5 years old. Space is limited.

Mondays at 6:30pm
Pre-registration is required.

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Birth-3 Playgroup

Join us at the Morganton Public Library to meet other families with small children and share experiences and ideas. This family-led playgroup is FREE and no-pregistration is required!

Who: Children ages birth-3 and their parent or caregiver
When: Every Wednesday Morning from 11am-12pm
Where: The Morganton Public Library

Toys and light refreshments will be provided. Coffee will also be available for grown ups!

This playgroup will be held after Baby Bookworms Storytime. You do not have to be signed up for Baby Bookworms to attend the playgroup.

Family Movie Matinee

Join us for a movie every Friday at 2:30pm.
Movies are subject to change. No pre-registration is required. You must have a ticket for admittance. Tickets will be available 30 minutes prior to showtime. Space is limited. Snacks and drinks will be provided!

Click to download the Summer Movies Flyer!

Library Explorers

This club is designed for children in grades K-2. Club times may vary depending on the activities planned for each meeting.

Tuesdays at 4:00pm

Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Library Explorers Flyer!

Art of Music

For grades K-5th. Do something different this summer! Learn about the art of music!

Thursdays at 4:00pm
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Art of Music Flyer!

Cool Kids Camp

Brand new this summer, this camp is filled with fun for students in grades 3rd-5th. FREE lunch provided daily by Chartwells.

June 18-June 21 and July 16-July 19
12:30pm to 3:00pm

Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Cool Kids Camp Flyer!

Baby Bookworms

For 1 year olds.

Thursdays at 10:00am
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Baby Bookworms Flyer!

Terrific Tots

For 2 year olds.

Mondays at 10:00am
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Terrific Tots Flyer!

Preschool Pals

For 3-5 year olds.

Wednesdays at 10:00am
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Preschool Pals Flyer!

Birth-3 Playgroup

For birth-3 year olds.

Fridays at 10:00am
Pre-registration is NOT required.

Click to download the Play Group Flyer!

Library Explorers

For K-2nd grade level.

Tuesdays at 3:00pm
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Library Explorers Flyer!

Cool Kids Camp

Brand new this summer, this camp is filled with fun for students in grades 3rd-5th. FREE lunch provided daily by Chartwells.

June 26-June 28 and July 24-July 26
12:30pm to 3:00pm

Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Cool Kids Camp Flyer!

Family Movie Matinee

Join us for a movie and popcorn every Friday at 2:00pm.
Movies are subject to change. No pre-registration is required. These movies are open to families with children of all ages. No large groups please.

Click to download the Family Movies Flyer!

Baby Bookworms

For 1 year olds.

Thursdays at 10:30am
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Baby Bookworms Flyer!

Terrific Tots

For 2 year olds.

Tuesdays at 10:00am
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Terrific Tots Flyer!

Preschool Pals

For 3-5 year olds.

Wednesdays at 10:00am
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Preschool Pals Flyer!

Porch Play

For birth-3 year olds.

Thursdays at 11:00am
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Porch Play Flyer!

Library Explorers

For K-2nd grade level.

Thursdays at 3:30pm
Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the June Library Explorers Flyer!

Click to download the July Library Explorers Flyer!

Cool Kids Camp

Brand new this summer, this camp is filled with fun for students in grades 3rd-5th. FREE lunch provided daily by Chartwells.

June 25-June 28 and July 16-July 19
12:30pm to 3:00pm

Pre-registration is required.

Click to download the Cool Kids Camp Flyer!

STEM Makerspace

Join us for a STEM Makerspace every Friday at 10:00am
For all ages. Activities will vary.

 Guidelines for Participation

Youth ages birth-5th grade may participate.

Registration begins Monday, May 14.

Record all minutes read/listened to on provided reading record.

Bring reading record to the library each week.

Complete the activity sheet and return to library for a prize.

No programming/incentives July 2 - July 7.

Children missing two storytimes will be dropped from storytime.

All programs are free and open to the public. No pre-registration unless noted.

 Weekly Storytimes

*Pre-registration is required for all storytimes*

For details on storytimes, see that Library's Storytime Tab

Morganton Public Library

Baby Bookworms
1 year olds
Wednesdays at 10:00am

Terrific Tots
2 year olds
Tuesdays at 10:00am

Preschool Pals
3-5 year olds
Thursdays at 10:00am

Tots and Pals
1-5 year olds
Mondays at 6:30pm

Library Explorers
K-2nd grade level
Tuesdays at 4:00pm

Art of Music Class
K-5th grade level
Thursdays at 4:00pm

Cool Kids Camp
3rd-5th grade level
June 18-21 from 12:30-3:00pm
July 16-19 from 12:30-3:00pm

Playgroup
Birth-3 year olds
Wednesdays at 11:00am (no pre-registration required)

Family Movie Matinee
For All Ages
Fridays at 2:30pm (see Family Movies tab for details)

Valdese Public Library

Baby Bookworms
1 year olds
Thursdays at 10:00am

Terrific Tots
2 year olds
Mondays at 10:00am

Preschool Pals
3-5 year olds
Wednesdays at 10:00am

Library Explorers
K-2nd grade level
Tuesdays at 3:00pm

Cool Kids Camp
3rd-5th grade level
June 26-28 from 12:30-3:00pm
July 24-26 from 12:30-3:00pm

Playgroup
Birth-3 year olds
Fridays at 10:00am (no pre-registration required)

Family Movie Matinee
For All Ages
Fridays at 2:00pm (see Family Movies tab for details)

C.B. Hildebrand Public Library

Baby Bookworms
1 year olds
Thursdays at 10:30am

Terrific Tots
2 year olds
Tuesdays at 10:00am

Preschool Pals
3-5 year olds
Wednesdays at 10:00am

Library Explorers
K-2nd grade level
Thursdays at 3:30pm

Cool Kids Camp
3rd-5th grade level
June 25-28 from 12:30-3:00pm
July 16-19 from 12:30-3:00pm

Porch Play
Birth-3 year olds
Thursdays at 11:00am (no pre-registration required)

STEM Makerspace
For All Ages
Fridays at 10:00am

 Cool Kids Camp

New for 2018!

For kids in 3rd-5th grade. Pre-registration is required. FREE lunch provided by Chartwells. STEAM Activities and More!

MPL: June 18th-June 21st 12:30-3:00pm
VPL: June 26th–June 28th 12:30-3:00pm
CBH: June 25th–June 28th 12:30-3:00pm
MPL: July 16th-July 19th 12:30-3:00pm
VPL: July 24th-July 26th 12:30-3:00pm
CBH: July 16th-July 19th 12:30-3:00pm

 Family Programs

For details on programs, see the "SRP 2018" tab

Duplo Club

Pre-registration required.

Saturday, June 2
3:30pm at CBH

SRP Kickoff: Sing in Summer

Join us today for a great performance by the Freedom High School Chorus as they sing us into the summer reading program. No registration required.

Saturday, June 9
2:30pm at MPL

Family Dance Party

Dance the night away to all types of music! No registration required.

Monday, June 11
6:00pm at CBH

Duplo Club

No registration required.

Saturday, June 16
10:00am at MPL

Lego Club

Pre-registration required.

Saturday, June 16
11:00am at CBH

Lego Club

No registration required.

Saturday, June 16
10:00am at VPL

Fairytale Dance Party

Wear your fairy/princess/knight costume. No registration required.

Saturday, June 16
2:30pm at MPL

Go Big Family Game Night

The bigger the better with oversized games like life-size chess, Yahtzee, Jenga, Connect 4 and more. Water and popcorn provided. For All Ages. No registration required.

Monday, June 18
5:00-8:00pm at CBH

Outdoor Movie Night
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle

On the front lawn. Popcorn and drinks provided. Outside food allowed. Bring lawn chair or blanket, no seating provided. All Ages. No registration required.

Tuesday, June 19
8:30pm (sunset) at MPL

Sharon Clarke

Storyteller and Musician

Join us today for a story filled sing-a-long with our favorite storytelling musician. No registration required.

Saturday, June 23
10:00am at CBH
3:00 pm at MPL

Western NC Nature Center

Fact or myth? Tori Duval will introduce us to live animals and teach us the difference between the truth and silly rumors. No registration required.

Saturday, June 23
10am at VPL

Music on the Back Porch

Take time out of your busy day to come relax on the back porch with Kay & Patrick Crouch, an amazingly unique acoustic duo. No registration required.

Tuesday, June 26
1:30-3:30pm at CBH

Lego Club

Pre-registration required.

Saturday, July 7
11:00am at CBH

Family Craft Night

Baby it's HOT outside! Cool Down Here at CBH. Enjoy the cool as you make achristmas canvas. For All Ages. Pre-registration required.

Monday, July 9 or July 16
5:00-6:30pm at CBH

Old MacDonald's Sing Along Farm

Brightstar Children's Touring Theatre

Everybody on the farm has a favorite song. Join Old Farmer MacDonald and all your favorite friends from the farm for a fun and energetic singalong that brings everyone together. No registration required.

Saturday, July 14

9:00am at CBH
11:00am at VPL
3:00pm at MPL

Outdoor Movie Night
Starwars The Last Jedi

On the front lawn. Popcorn and drinks provided. Outside food allowed. Bring lawn chair or blanket, no seating provided. All Ages. No registration required.

Tuesday, July 17
8:30pm (sunset) at MPL

Folk Instrument Petting Zoo

Not your typical petting zoo. Come see Alan Darveaux and his magical musical collection for a truly hands-on experience. Pre-registration required.

Thursday, July 19
5:30pm at VPL

Duplo Club

No registration required.

Saturday, July 21
10:00am at MPL

Lego Club

No registration required.

Saturday, July 21
10:00am at VPL

Cowpoke Hoedown

Wear your cowboy boots and hats. No registration required.

Saturday, July 21
2:30pm at MPL

Duplo Club

Pre-registration required.

Saturday, July 28
3:30pm at CBH

Songs and Sunshine

Finish off summer with an outdoor family concert with Sherrill Keever and Brian Deal. This program is free and open to families and children. Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on. All Ages. No registration required.

Saturday, July 28
3:00-4:00pm at MPL

Family movies shown throughout the summer. Check out the Family Movies Tab for the Family Movie Schedule.

VPL - Valdese Public Library
MPL - Morganton Public Library
CBH - C.B. Hildebrand Public Library