At this time, in-person children's programming has been suspended until social distancing has been relaxed or discontinued. Pick up items and online storytimes are underway! Please check with us here on our website, or through our Facebook page for updates.
Check out this new to-go option for our youngest patrons (birth through age 2). A bag built just for them! Call CBH (828-764-9283) to schedule your pick up today. More details on the "Pick Up and Go!" tab.
Looking for a live storytime (via Zoom) for your K-2nd grade child? Check out Ms. Chesley's storytime! More details on the Zoom Storytimes tab.
Looking for a live storytime (via Zoom) for your 2-5 year old child? Check out Ms. Claudia's storytime! More details on the Zoom Storytimes tab.
Zoom Storytime with Ms. Judy! Options for Library Explorers (K-2nd) on Thursdays at 3:30pm Cool Kids (3rd-5th) on Tuesdays at 3:30pm
Limited spaces in groups, pre-registration required and waiver required. More details on the Zoom Storytimes tab.
A monthly science experiment with pick-up kit. Details and videos on the Clubs and Academies Tab
A monthly cooking pick-up kit with accompanying how-to video. Details and videos on the Clubs and Academies Tab
Botany
Join the North Carolina Arboretum for a video EcoExplore class on plants!
Looking for Accelerated Reader Point Information? How about research for a school project? Or even an online storytime video?
FREE Goodie Bags with crafts, activities, books, candy and more for children ages 0-5. Sponsored by the Burke County Local Interagency Coordinating Council and the Burke County Public Library
An Earth-friendly themed STEAM bag for 3rd-5th graders. Available at VPL and MPL. Supplies Limited. More details on the "Pick Up and Go!" Tab.
Friday, March 26 4pm on Zoom
Monthly Theme: Silly Sloth
A Monthly Step by Step Canvas Painting program for children in gradesK-5th. A ToGo kit for pick up at the Morganton Public Library includes paints, a canvas, and paintbrushes!
More details on the Create and Write Tab!
Library Fairy Pen Pals
Find the fairy door in the Children's Department at the Morganton Public Library. Leave a letter for the Library Fairy at the Fairy Door. Make sure your address is written in the letter, and the Library Fairy will mail you a letter back! We miss seeing you at the library!
Missing Storytimes at the Library? Check out our Facebook Group just for you!
Don't use Facebook, but want to be involved? Call your library and ask us about how you can access the online storytimes!
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is simple, free and the rewards are priceless! See details on the 1000 Books Tab, or call or visit your library.
Available for pickup at the C.B. Hildebrand Public Library!
Call 828-764-9283 for more information. Pre-school age and school age. Each bag will contain a book, bookmark, a craft kit, and snack. Limit one per child per month please. Quantities are limited.
NC Kids Digital Library offers e-books, audiobooks, streaming videos, and Read-Alongs - specifically designed for youth ages pre-K through 4th grade. All you need is a library card number and PIN!
A collection of resources for parents seeking parenting advice, school-work help, and play ideas.
The Easter Bunny has visited Morganton! Can you guess where he's been and identify these local landmarks?
Return your entry by dropping into the book drop, submit by Google Form on our website, make an appointment to return in person or email it to programs@bcpls.org. All entries will be put in a drawing on March 30.
Make your own playdough! Supplies are limited. Call the Morganton Public Library YouthServices Desk at (828) 764-9274 to reserve yours today!
Hey kids fifth grade and under, Our pick up craft for April is a Spring Gnome Ornament Craft! Supplies are limited. Call CBH at 828-764-9283 and sign up today!
A Curbside Pick-up Craft Program at MPL
Thursdays from 10am-11am and 3pm-4pm
More information can be found on the flyer or on the "Pick Up and Go" Tab!
Need Fun and Educational Activities for your Toddler or Pre-K Child? A Busy Bag Can Help!
Call the Valdese Library to make an appointment for pickup! 828-874-2421
Storytime to go from MPL! We have put together collection of themed story kits that you can check out from the Morganton Public Library.
Kits include books, coloring sheets, crafts, and activity sheets. Kits are available in the following themes: Big Bad Wolves, Amazing Unicorns, Tall Tales, and more themes coming soon! Call the Morganton Library today (828-764-9274) to reserve your kit - first come, first serve!
Find the fairy door in the Children's Department at the Morganton Public Library. Leave a letter for the Library Fairy at the Fairy Door. Make sure your address is written in the letter, and the Library Fairy will mail you a letter back! We miss seeing you at the library!
Pick Up and Go!
Take-Home options for crafts, storytime kits, and activities. Bags are tailored to specific ages, and have limited quantities. Bags require pre-registration and a scheduled pick up time, EXCEPT for MPL's weekly Take It-Make It drive through pick up.
Space is limited in sessions, and waiver is required. All groups also include a craft for pick up.
Zoomytimes with Ms. Chesley meets at 4pm on Tuesday Afternoons via Zoom. Contact Ms. Chesley at MPL (828-764-9274) for more information or to register. Download the April Library Explorers on Zoom Flyer
Cool Kids Club meets at 3:30pm on Tuesday Afternoons via Zoom. Contact Ms. Judy at CBH (828-764-9283 for more information or to register. Download the
March Cool Kids on Zoom Flyer
A new online Cooking Series for kids 5th grade and under. Join us for a monthly cooking club - virtually! Register for the take-home cooking kit, and stay tuned to our Facebook Page and right here for the how-to video to post! Call the Valdese Public Library to Register 828-874-2421
Call today (828-874-2421) to schedule your pick up for Science Academy. Then stay tuned for the video (posted below and on Facebook) to learn how to do your experiment at home!
