All locations of the Burke County Public Library are open (by appointment) to the public, on our regular operating schedule. 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
Banned Books Week
1000 Books
Contests and Competitions
Pick Up and Go!
Zoom Storytimes
Clubs and Academies
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.
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.
Details and videos on the Clubs and Academies Tab
Details and videos on the Clubs and Academies Tab
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!
Herpetology
Join the North Carolina Arboretum for a video EcoExplore class on amphibians and reptiles!
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!
Dress Up Like Your Favorite Banned Books Character and submit your photos by September 25! Details on the Banned Books Week Tab!
Grab a bag full of fairytale crafts, and activities today! The activities in this month's bag are inspired by Mermaids, Dragons, Knights, Wizards, and Little Red Riding Hood! Call the Morganton Library today (828-764-9274) to reserve your bag.
September Challenge: Vehicles
A monthly Lego Build Challenge with Prizes! Details on our Facebook Page, 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.
Zoom for Explorers and Cool Kids
Zoom Storytime 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. Contact Ms. Judy at CBH (828-764-9283) for more information.
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.
Canvas Creations
Beginning Tuesday, September 1, call CBH (828-764-9283) to schedule your pick up of a free Canvas Creation Kit (for 5th grade and under)! All materials provided, and we would love to see your creation! Supplies Limited, registration required.
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!
A Curbside Pick-up Craft Program at MPL
September pick up dates: September 8th, 10th, 17th, and 24th 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
Is your K-5th grader in need of something fun to do? Your crafty activity bag is waiting at the Valdese Public Library! Just call and let us know how many K-5th graders that you have and we will 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
Looking for a more comprehensive story kit? We have put together a small collection of themed story kits that you can check out from the Valdese Public Library.
Kits include books, a list of songs, rhymes, and finger plays, and a themed craft (supplies limited). Kits are available in the following themes: Healthy Body and Mind, Manners/Feelings, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Asia. Call the Valdese Library today (828-874-2421) to reserve your kit - first come, first serve!
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!
Get those creative minds working with a monthly build challenge. Program is for 5th grade and under. Share your pics on Facebook and tag the Burke County Public Library at #LiveWellAtYourLibrary #ValdesePublicLibraryBuilds - No Facebook, no problem! Just call us at 828-874-2421 and we will help!
September Challenge: Vehicles
Challenge Runs September 1-8
Build any type of vehicle, submit your creation, and be entered for a chance to win a Sand Art Kit for the whole Family!
September Build
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.
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 September Cool Kids on Zoom Flyer
A new online Cooking Series for kids 5th grade & 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
September: S'mores
Now accepting scientists in training!
Science Academy is our new science oriented group that will release cool experiments and activities twice a month with a video or instructions to go along with each experiment kit (which will need to be picked up from the Valdese Public Library). Academy is open to kids 5th grade and under.
Next Experiment: Film Canister Bomb Art
Call today (828-874-2421) to sign up for Science Academy and schedule your pick up for the science kits. Then stay tuned for the video (posted below and on Facebook) to learn how to do your experiment at home!
Experiment 1: SLIME
Experiment 2: Lava Lamps
Experiment 3: Will It Dissolve?
Experiment 4: Film Canister Bomb Art Coming September 22!
