All locations of the Burke County Public Library are open (by appointment) to the public. Curbside pick-up (Books2Go) is also available. Appointments can be made by phone. Please continue to return all materials via book box/drop at each site. Click for more details.
Children's Programs and Events
Upcoming Events
Take It Make It
Stone Mandala
Zoom for Tots and Pals
Lego Challenge
At this time, all children's programming has been suspended until social distancing has been relaxed or discontinued. Online storytimes are underway! Please check with us here on our website, or through our Facebook page for updates.
Practice painting geometric
shapes with this fun craft. Kit
comes with stone, art materials,
and instructions in a cultural print
bag. For kids only! Call the Youth Services Department at the Morganton Public Library (828) 764-9274 to reserve yours today! Limited number of kits available.
Once a week we will design a personalized chalk message for your child to see their name beside. Comment on the Chalk Doodles Facebook Post with your child's first name - and we will pick a different name each week. We Miss you!
Don't have Facebook but want to participate? Call the Kid's Room at MPL and ask for details!
Looking for Accelerated Reader Point Information? How about research for a school project? Or even an online storytime video?
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!
June Challenge: Something Valuable
A monthly Lego Build Challenge with Prizes! Details on the Lego Challenge tab, or call VPL at 828-874-2421
Looking for a live storytime (via Zoom) for your 2-5 year old child? Check out Ms. Claudia's new storytimes! More details on the Zoom for Tots and Pals tab.
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.
In need of something fun to do? Your crafty activity bag is waiting at the Valdese Public Library! Just call and let us know if you have a birth-5 year old or K-5th grader so we can pick the perfect craft for your child. Coloring sheets and prize included!
Call the Valdese Library to make an appointment for pickup! 828-874-2421
