Burke County Public Library

Children's Programs
August 2026 Programs for Kids at the Burke County Public Library. This calendar layout features yellows and oranges with a sunflower theme, and information about programs offered at the library for kids birth through fifth grade. Any programs marked as needing registration can be pre-registered by calling or visiting your library (828-764-9274, 828-874-2421, or 828-764-9283). Monthly Scavenger Hunts at the Morganton Public Library and C.B Hildebrand Public Library and I Spy Tank at the Valdese Public Library. Have you joined the fun yet? Visit each of our libraries for a fun, self guided experience. For kids. One prize per child (per site, per month) when offered. This month's themes: Morganton Public Library: Sharks. C.B. Hildebrand Public Library: Sea Shells. Valdese Public Library: All About School "I Spy" Tank. Please note that Storytimes begin August 17 (registration begins August 4). Monday, August 3: Science Heroes: Digging It. 2pm at the Long View Recreation Center and 5pm at the Morganton Public Library. No registration is required; program is open to all ages. Join us for one of the two opportunities to see this Interactive STEAM show. Unearth your curiosity as we dig into the incredible science that is around us. Thursday, August 6: Mermazing Storytime. 10:30 at the Collett Street Rec Center (Morganton). Meet in the community room for mermaid stories and songs featuring Christa Strauss (UpBeat Music Therapy), followed by water activities & games. No registration is required. For all ages. Saturday, August 8: Paintbox. 3pm at the Morganton Public Library. This program requires preregistration and is open to children in kindergarten through fifth grade. This month's project: Butterfly Garden Painting. Saturday, August 8: NC Watercolor. 9am-4pm at the Valdese Public Library. Come by during the Waldensian Festival and beat the heat while you create a beautiful watercolor negative impression art piece in the shape of our beautiful state. For kids fifth grade and under. No registration required. Tuesday, August 11: Greek Cuisine Night for Kids. 5:30-7pm at the Valdese Public Library. Delicious Gyros and a yummy yogurt sweet treat. This program requires pre-registration and is for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. Wednesday, August 12: Weaving Wonders. 3:30pm at the C.B Hildebrand Public Library. This program requires preregistration and is open to kids ages 5 to 12. This month's project: Fish Weaving. Friday, August 14: Mommy and Me Crafts. 10:30 at the Morganton Public Library. A craft program for children ages 3 and under and their caregivers. Coffee will be provided for caregivers. This program requires pre-registration. Friday, August 21: Great Southeast Pollinator Census. 10-11am at the Morganton Public Library. A brief how-to session followed by time in the field counting. In partnership with Morganton Parks and Recreation and Burke County Beekeepers. No registration is required. For all ages. Wednesday, August 26: Cooking Club. 3:30pm via Zoom (register at the C.B Hildebrand Public Library). This program requires preregistration and is open to kids in third through fifth grade. This month's recipe: No Bake Cookies. Weekly Storytimes Pre-registration is required for all weekly storytimes. Call the library or stop by to sign up. Morganton Public Library Weekly Storytimes (828-764-9274) Baby Bookworms (birth-24 months) - Mondays at 10:30am Terrific Tots (2-3 year olds) - Tuesdays at 10:30am Preschool Pals (4-5 year olds) - Thursdays at 10:30am Library Explorers (K-2nd graders) - Tuesdays at 4:00pm Cool Kids Club (3rd-5th graders) - Mondays at 3:30pm Valdese Public Library Weekly Storytimes (828-874-2421) Baby Bookworms (birth-24 months) - Thursdays at 10:00am Terrific Tots (2-3 year olds) - Mondays at 10:00am Preschool Pals (4-5 year olds) - Wednesdays at 10:00am Library Explorers (K-2nd graders) - Mondays at 3:30pm Cool Kids Club (3rd-5th graders) - Tuesdays at 3:30pm C.B Hildebrand Public Library Weekly Storytimes (828-764-9283) Baby Bookworms & Terrific Tots (birth-2 year olds) - Thursdays at 10:45am Preschool Pals (3-5 year olds) - Tuesdays at 10:45am Family Storytime (all ages) - Wednesdays at 10:45am Library Explorers (K-2nd graders) - Thursdays at 3:30pm Cool Kids Club (3rd-5th graders) - Tuesdays at 3:30pm The Library is online at www dot bcpls dot org, on Facebook at bcpls, and on Instagram at bcplsnc. Email or call with questions programs at bcpls dot org. Programs are supported by Burke County, The Library Foundation of Burke County, the Friends of the Burke County Public Library, and additional community partners as noted on this calendar.

August 2026 Programs for Kids

Programs for children from birth through fifth grade. Programs that require pre-registration are marked as such. To register, or for more information, please call or visit your library.

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Promotional flyer for a "Cooking Club" event at C.B. Hildebrand Public Library, featuring details for a no-bake cookies session for grades 3-5, with illustrations of cooking utensils. Transcribed Text: C.B. HILDEBRAND PUBLIC LIBRARY COOKING CLUB GRADES 3 - 5 NO BAKE COOKIES WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26 @ 3:30 PM PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. C.B. HILDEBRAND PUBLIC LIBRARY (828) 764-9283 101 B MAIN AVE W HILDEBRAN, NC 28637
Promotional flyer for "Weaving Wonders" at C.B. Hildebrand Public Library, featuring event details for small woven baskets on September 9. Transcribed Text: C.B. Hildebrand Public Library Weaving Wonders Ages 12 and under. Pre-registration required. Small Woven Baskets Wednesday, September 9 @ 3:30 pm C.B. Hildebrand Public Library 828-764-9283 101 B Main Ave W Hildebran, NC 28637
Promotional flyer for a Kids Cooking Club via Zoom featuring an apple crostata, event details, and a checkered background design. Transcribed Text: Kids Cooking Club Via Zoom Grades 3-5 Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Apple Crostata Wednesday, September 23 @ 3:30 pm C.B. Hildebrand Public Library 828-764-9283 101 B Main Ave W Hildebran, NC 28637
Colorful advertisement for "Family Fun Friday" at C B Hildebrand Public Library, featuring children reading on an open book, a large sunflower, lush green trees, and playful insects. Event details are included in vibrant text. Transcribed Text: C B Hildebrand Public Library FAMILY FUN FRIDAY Get the kids out of the house! Parents are you yearning for some engaging adult conversation while your children have a safe environment to play and discover? This is a family focused event. Please come by or call 828-764-9283 for more information. September 4, 10:00 am – 11:30 am BURKE COUNTY
Poster for a children's painting event featuring a colorful maple leaf painting on an easel, with autumn foliage and event details for the Morganton Public Library. Transcribed Text: Live Well @ your Library Paintbox SEPTEMBER 19 @ 3PM MORGANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY This month’s painting will feature a beautiful maple leaf floating in a river. All materials are provided. The program is a guided canvas painting program, and is designed for children in grades K-5th. Call the Youth Services Circulation Desk at (828) 764-9274 to register. BURKE COUNTY
A red bowl filled with cornflakes and splashing milk, surrounded by colorful cereal pieces, on a crumpled blue background with playful text about a cereal-themed event. Transcribed Text: A "CEREALOUSLY" GOOD TIME! SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH AT 10:00 AM @ MPL Cereal taste-testing, crafts, and classic Saturday morning cartoons! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION of BURKE COUNTY
Promotional flyer for a Shark Riddle Scavenger Hunt at Burke County Public Library, featuring a large shark illustration and details about the event, including instructions and prizes. Transcribed Text: SHARK RIDDLE SCAVENGER HUNT Celebrate shark week the entire month of August! Stop by the Children’s Room at the Morganton Public Library and complete the shark riddle scavenger hunt! Find the photos of sharks hiding around the Children’s Room. Mark them off as you find them on the worksheet. Turn in the completed worksheet to the Youth Services Circulation desk for a prize. The scavenger hunt may be completed once during the month of August and is for children of all ages.
September 2026 Programs for Kids at the Burke County Public Library. This calendar layout features This calendar layout features browns and oranges, and information about programs offered at the library for kids birth through fifth grade. Any programs marked as needing registration can be pre-registered by calling or visiting your library (828-764-9274, 828-874-2421, or 828-764-9283). Monthly Scavenger Hunts at the Morganton Public Library and C.B Hildebrand Public Library and I Spy Tank at the Valdese Public Library. Have you joined the fun yet? Visit each of our libraries for a fun, self guided experience. For kids. One prize per child (per site, per month) when offered. This month's themes: Morganton Public Library: Runaway Book Hunt. C.B. Hildebrand Public Library: Sunflowers. Valdese Public Library: All FALL down "I Spy" Tank. Friday, Septemeber 4: Family Fun Friday. 10-11:30am at the C.B Hildebrand Public Library. No registration required. Saturday, Septemeber 5: Jump Around and Move with Stretch and Grow of the Foothills. 10am-11am at the Valdese Public Library. For kids three years old through fifth grade. No registration required. Monday, September 7: Libraries closed for Labor Day. Tuesday, September 8: Sigmon Theatrical presents: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. 5pm at the Valdese Public Library. For kids in Kindergarten through fifth grade. No registration required. Wednesday, September 9: Weaving Wonders. 3:30pm at the C.B Hildebrand Public Library. This program requires preregistration and is open to kids ages 5 to 12. This month's project: Small Woven Basket. Saturday, September 19: Pancakes and Pjs. 10-11:30am at the Valdese Public Library. Program for Pre-K friends. Pre-registration is required. Saturday, September 19: Paintbox. 3pm at the Morganton Public Library. This program requires preregistration and is open to children in kindergarten through fifth grade. This month's project: Maple Leaf Floating in Water Painting. 1000 Books Before Kindergarten. Get started today! Call or come by any library to sign up and get your reading logs, or join us online (using READSquared) - info at bcpls dot org slash kids. This year’s completion celebration will be on Saturday, September 19, at VPL. Program by invitation only. See library staff for more information. Wednesday, September 23: Cooking Club. 3:30pm via Zoom (register at the C.B Hildebrand Public Library). This program requires preregistration and is open to kids in third through fifth grade. This month's recipe: Apple Crostata. Saturday, September 26: Cerealously Good Time. 10am at the Morganton Public Library. Cereal taste-testing, crafts, and classic Saturday morning cartoons! No registration required. For all ages while supplies last. EcoExplore: It’s Arachnology Season! Become a Citizen Scientist and join ecoExplore! More information on the program can be found at EcoExplore dot net, or visit your library for information and bi-monthly worksheets. Weekly Storytimes Pre-registration is required for all weekly storytimes. Call the library or stop by to sign up. Morganton Public Library Weekly Storytimes (828-764-9274) Baby Bookworms (birth-24 months) - Mondays at 10:30am Terrific Tots (2-3 year olds) - Tuesdays at 10:30am Preschool Pals (4-5 year olds) - Thursdays at 10:30am Library Explorers (K-2nd graders) - Tuesdays at 4:00pm Cool Kids Club (3rd-5th graders) - Mondays at 3:30pm Valdese Public Library Weekly Storytimes (828-874-2421) Baby Bookworms (birth-24 months) - Thursdays at 10:00am Terrific Tots (2-3 year olds) - Mondays at 10:00am Preschool Pals (4-5 year olds) - Wednesdays at 10:00am Library Explorers (K-2nd graders) - Mondays at 3:30pm Cool Kids Club (3rd-5th graders) - Tuesdays at 3:30pm C.B Hildebrand Public Library Weekly Storytimes (828-764-9283) Baby Bookworms & Terrific Tots (birth-2 year olds) - Thursdays at 10:45am Preschool Pals (3-5 year olds) - Tuesdays at 10:45am Family Storytime (all ages) - Wednesdays at 10:45am Library Explorers (K-2nd graders) - Thursdays at 3:30pm Cool Kids Club (3rd-5th graders) - Tuesdays at 3:30pm The Library is online at www dot bcpls dot org, on Facebook at bcpls, and on Instagram at bcplsnc. Email or call with questions programs at bcpls dot org. Programs are supported by Burke County, The Library Foundation of Burke County, the Friends of the Burke County Public Library, and additional community partners as noted on this calendar.
Image featuring spider webs on a black background with the title "Arachnology" and the subtitle "the scientific study of arachnids." Logos at the bottom corner represent a library initiative and an eco-exploration program. Transcribed Text: Arachnology the scientific study of arachnids Live Well @ your library eco EXPLORE See It, Snap It, Share It

September and October are Arachnology! Our library system partners with the WNC Aroboretum for the ecoEXPLORE program. Stop by one of our libraries: Morganton, Valdese, or the C.B. Hildebrand branch and grab an ecoEXPLORE Entomology worksheet. Complete the worksheet and bring it back to one of our libraries for a prize, or upload a photo of the worksheet to www.ecoexplore.net to have a prize mailed to you. Learn how you can be a citizen scientist today!

Weekly Storytimes for Kids

Join us for weekly storytimes that utilize books and activities to engage, entertain, and teach.

Each storytime requires pre-registration (and spaces are limited). Call or visit your library for more information, or to register.

Summer Reading Program Storytimes run through July 24. Fall Storytimes will begin the week of August 17, with registration open August 4. Call or visit your library to sign up or for more information.

C.B. Hildebrand Public Library Storytimes

All storytimes require pre-registration and have limited space. Call the C.B. Hildebrand Public Library at 828-764-9283 to register or for more information.

Fall Storytimes will begin the week of August 17, with registration opening August 4. Call or visit your library to sign up or for more information.

Promotional image for "Baby Bookworms & Terrific Tots" storytime event at CB Hildebrand Public Library, featuring two children playing on a blanket with colorful design elements. Transcribed Text: BABY Bookworms & Terrific TOTS CB Hildebrand Public Library Please join us for a special storytime designed for our youngest library users. It's never too early to build pre-literacy skills. Nurture a love for books early by engaging children with new sights, sounds, sensory activities, interactive songs, and short stories. Thursdays 10:45 Birth to 2 years old BURKE COUNTY August 20 - Ten in the Bed August 27 - Bubble Day The Library Foundation of Burke County Live well @ your library
Flyer for the "Baby Bookworms & Terrific Tots" program at CB Hildebrand Public Library featuring children engaging in activities and promoting early literacy. Transcribed Text: CB HILDEBRAND PUBLIC LIBRARY September 3 - Clap Your Hands September 10 - Grandparents Day September 17 - Birds September 24 - Circus Nurture a love for books early by engaging children with new sights, sounds, sensory activities, interactive songs and very short stories. Please join us for a special storytime designed for our youngest library users. It’s never too early to build pre-literacy skills. Each week, Baby Bookworms and Terrific Tots will meet on Thursdays at 10:45 am. Age birth - 2 yrs. Come by or call 828-764-9283 to register. [The Library Foundation of Burke County logo] [Live Well logo]
Promotional flyer for CB Hildebrand Public Library's "Preschool Pals" program, featuring images of children learning and playing with toys, along with event details and dates for activities. Transcribed Text: CB Hildebrand Public Library We offer age appropriate programs that balance learning, play, and social development: Each week, Preschool Pals will meet on Tuesdays at 10:45am. Ages 3, 4, and 5 yrs. Come by or call 828-764-9283 to register. September 1 - Fish September 8 - Grandparents September 15 - Birds September 22 - Circus September 29 - Fall Art PRESCHOOL PALS Come by or call 828-764-9283 to register for the fun!
Promotional flyer for Family Storytime at CB Hildebrand Public Library, featuring event details, colorful floral illustrations, and highlighted activities for children. Transcribed Text: Family Storytime CB HILDEBRAND PUBLIC LIBRARY Storytime programs are designed to stimulate young minds by introducing literature, music, and movement. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate to make a meaningful experience for their child. August 19: Ice Cream Day August 26: Let's All Laugh Each week, our Family Storytime will meet on Wednesdays at 10:45 am. 8th grade and below. Call 828-764-9283, or come by to pre-register.
Colorful flyer for "Family Storytime" at CB Hildebrand Public Library featuring children playing on a slide, event details, and dates for upcoming sessions. Transcribed Text: CB Hildebrand Public Library IN THIS FUN AND RELAXED STORYTIME SESSION, YOUR CHILD WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENGAGE AND INTERACT WITH PEERS. THE EVENT WILL INCLUDE CAPTIVATING STORIES, A CRAFT ACTIVITY, AND A SMALL SNACK. FAMILY STORYTIME September 2 - Fall Art September 9 - Grandparents Day September 16 - Birds September 23 - Fall Art September 30 - Hickory Aviation Museum 821 21st ST NW Hickory, NC 28601 We will meet at 10:30 sharp. Each week, our Family Storytime will meet on Wednesdays at 10:45 am. Pre-registration is required. All ages. Where Learning, Fun, and Care Come Together! Come by or call 828-764-9283 to register for the fun!
Colorful flyer for "Library Explorers" program for K-2nd graders, featuring beach-themed graphics and details about upcoming events on August 20 and 27 at C.B. Hildebrand Public Library. Transcribed Text: Library Explorers Programming is designed for K-2nd grade. We meet on Thursday at 3:30 pm. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required for all events. August 20: Beach Blast August 27: Summer STEM C.B. Hildebrand Public Library 828-764-9283 101 B Main Ave W Hildebran, NC 28637
Promotional poster for C.B. Hildebrand Public Library's Explorers program with autumn leaves, event details, and contact information. Transcribed Text: C.B. Hildebrand Public Library Explorers Programming designed for grades K-2 meeting on Thursdays at 3:30 pm. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Sept: 3 Down on the Farm Sept: 10 Apples, Apples, Apples Sept: 17 Owls Sept: 24 Fall/Autumn C.B. Hildebrand Public Library 101 B Main Ave W Hildebran, NC 28637 (828) 764-9283
Colorful flyer for children's library events featuring beach-themed graphics and text about "Cool Kids" programming, including dates and contact information. Transcribed Text: Cool Kids Programming designed for 3rd - 5th grades. We meet on Tuesdays at 3:30 pm. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. August 18: Beach Blast August 25: Summer STEM C.B. Hildebrand Public Library 828-764-9283 101 B Main Ave W Hildebran, NC 28637
Promotional flyer for the C.B. Hildebrand Public Library's "Cool Kids" program, featuring a tree with heart-shaped leaves and activities for grades 3-5 listed for September. Transcribed Text: C.B. Hildebrand Public Library Cool Kids Programming designed for grades 3-5. We meet on Tuesdays at 3:30pm. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. September 1: Air Dry Clay September 8: Perler Beads September 15: STEM September 22: Friendship Bracelets September 29: Fall Luminaries C.B. Hildebrand Public Library 828-764-9283 101 B Main Ave W Hildebran, NC 28637

CB Hildebrand Public Library Weekly Storytimes (require pre-registration):

  • Baby Bookworms & Terrific Tots – Thursdays at 10:45am for those birth-2 years old.
  • Preschool Pals – Tuesdays at 10:45am for those 3-5 years old.
  • Family Storytime – Wednesdays at 10:45am for all ages.
  • Library Explorers – Thursdays at 3:30pm for those in K-2nd grade.
  • Cool Kids – Tuesdays at 3:30pm for those in 3rd-5th grade.

Morganton Public Library Storytimes

All storytimes require pre-registration and have limited space. Call the Morganton Public Library at 828-764-9264 to register or for more information.

Fall Storytimes will begin the week of August 17, with registration opening August 4. Call or visit your library to sign up or for more information.

Colorful flyer for a children's reading program, "Baby Bookworms," at Morganton Public Library, featuring event details and fun illustrations of animals and fruits. Transcribed Text: BABY BOOKWORMS MORGANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY AUGUST 17TH SPLISH SPLASH! AUGUST 24TH PAJAMA PARTY! AUGUST 31ST I LOVE YOU "BERRY" MUCH! CHILDREN BIRTH- 23 MONTHS WILL ENJOY STORIES, SONGS, PLAYTIME, AND SOCIALIZATION WITH OTHER BABIES! MONDAYS @ 10:30 AM PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. PLEASE CALL (828) 764-9274 OR STOP BY THE LIBRARY TO SIGN UP!
Colorful poster for "Baby Bookworms" at Morganton Public Library, featuring event dates, a tree with fruit, a cartoon caterpillar, and details about pre-registration. Transcribed Text: BABY BOOKWORMS MORGANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY SEPTEMBER 14TH AN ORCHARD HARVEST! SEPTEMBER 21ST NIGHT OWLS SEPTEMBER 28TH HELLO YELLOW! THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED SEPT. 7TH IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY! CHILDREN BIRTH - 23 MONTHS WILL ENJOY STORIES, SONGS, PLAYTIME, AND SOCIALIZATION WITH OTHER BABIES! MONDAYS @ 10:30 AM PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. PLEASE CALL (828) 764-9274 OR STOP BY THE LIBRARY TO SIGN UP! [Logos for "Live Well" and "The Library Foundation of Burke County" included.]
Promotional flyer for "Terrific Tots" at Morganton Public Library, featuring beach and pet-themed events for toddlers, with date details and a registration notice. Transcribed Text: TERRIFIC TOTS MORGANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY August 18th Beach Day! August 25th Pets A Storytime for 2-3 year olds Tuesdays @ 10:30 am Pre-registration Required. Please call (828) 764-9274 or stop by the library to sign up.
Promotional flyer for "Terrific Tots" storytime at Morganton Public Library with event themes, dates, and registration information, surrounded by autumn-themed decorations. Transcribed Text: TERRIFIC TOTS MORGANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY September 1st Little Forest Dwellers September 8th Teddy Bears September 15th Camping September 22nd The Night Sky September 29th Bend, Move, and Groove (Play Day) A Storytime for 2-3 year olds Tuesdays @ 10:30 am Pre-registration Required. Please call (828) 764-9274 or stop by the library to sign up.
Colorful flyer for "Preschool Pals" library programs featuring various events from August to September, including illustrations of a turtle, ice cream, and a tree. Transcribed Text: PRESCHOOL PALS AUGUST & SEPTEMBER PROGRAMS August 20 - Books Bugs & Hugs (Welcome to the Library Day) August 27 - Ice Cream Dream Storytime September 3 - Imagination Station (Process Art Day) September 10 - Stuffies Show & Tell (Bring your best stuffed animal to storytime) September 17 - Farmer’s Market Storytime September 24 - Fantastic Fall Storytime The Preschool Pals group is for children ages 4 and 5. The group meets at the Morganton Public Library on Thursdays at 10:30 AM. Please call the Youth Services Circulation Desk at (828) 764-9274 to register.
Flyer for "Library Explorers" programs at Burke County Public Library; features colorful illustrations, program dates, and activities for children K-2. Transcribed Text: LIBRARY EXPLORERS AUGUST/ SEPTEMBER PROGRAMS August 18 - The Great Library Adventure August 25 - Here Comes the Sunflowers Storytime September 1 - Stories in Motion (Interactive Stories) September 8 - WNC Nature Center visits with an Arachnology program September 15 - It’s a Pirate Party September 22 - The Outdoor Art Adventure (Front Lawn of Morganton Library) September 29 - Squirrelly Storytime The Library Explorers group is designed for children in grades K-2. The group meets on Tuesdays at 4pm at the Morganton Public Library. Call the Youth Services Circulation Desk @ (828) 764-9274 to register.
Advertisement for the Cool Kids Club at Morganton and Valdese Public Libraries for students in 3rd-5th grades, featuring colorful smiley faces and information on registration and activities. Transcribed Text: Cool Kids Club August/September Cool Kids Club is for students in 3rd-5th grades. Join us for art projects, STEAM activities, games & more! Pre-registration is required. Registration opens Tuesday, August 4th, and programs begin the week of August 17. Morganton Public Library Mondays @ 3:30pm 828-764-9274 Valdese Public Library Tuesdays @ 3:30 pm 828-874-2421 Live well @ your library The Library Foundation of Burke County Burke County

Morganton Public Library Weekly Storytimes (require pre-registration):

  • Baby Bookworms – Mondays at 10:30am for those birth-24 months old.
  • Terrific Tots – Tuesdays at 10:30am for those 2-3 years old.
  • Preschool Pals – Thursdays at 10:30am for those 4-5 years old.
  • Library Explorers – Tuesdays at 4pm for those in K-2nd grade.
  • Cool Kids – Mondays at 3:30pm for those in 3rd-5th grade.

Valdese Public Library Storytimes

All storytimes require pre-registration and have limited space. Call the Valdese Public Library at 828-874-2421 to register or for more information.

Fall Storytimes will begin the week of August 17, with registration opening August 4. Call or visit your library to sign up or for more information.

Flyer for "Baby Bookworms" storytime at Valdese Public Library; includes program details, age range (birth to 24 months), schedule, and colorful illustrations of a teddy bear, school bus, and barn. Transcribed Text: Baby Bookworms @ The Valdese Public Library A storytime for birth-24mo. Thursdays 10:00-10:30am Pre-Registration required. Call 828-874-2421 / stop by to register. The Baby Bookworms storytime combines books, songs, colors, rhymes & discovery activities to engage your little one. Join the fun as we help your baby begin a lifelong love of learning and curiosity. Aug/Sept Themes Friends, The Wheels on the Bus, Sleepy Me & Off to the Farm Storytime Openers ~Color- Green/Purple ~Song- Good Morning ~Flannel Story- Moon & Stars ~Nursery Rhyme- Wee Willie Winkie & Where is Thumbkin
Promotional flyer for "Terrific Tots," a storytime program for children 2-3 years old at Valdese Public Library, featuring illustrations of a sun, firefighter, and children; includes event details and contact information. Transcribed Text: Terrific Tots A storytime for children 2-3 years old. Held at the Valdese Public Library each Monday from 10:00-11:00am. Pre-Registration required. Aug/Sept Firefighters, School & Healthy Me Valdese Fire Dept. fieldtrip, ABC's & 123's / Special guests from the Burke County Health Dept. talking about handwashing & brushing your teeth Call 828-874-2421 to sign-up or stop by the Valdese Public Library. Friends of Burke County Public Library The Library Foundation of Burke County
Colorful flyer for "Preschool Pals" program for children, featuring teddy bear, beach items, event dates, and library contact information. Transcribed Text: Preschool Pals Programming designed for 4-5 year olds. We meet on Wednesday at 10:00 am. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. August 19: Ocean Commotion August 26: Fish Tales Valdese Public Library 828-874-2421 213 ST. Germain Ave Valdese, NC 28690
A flyer for "Preschool Pals" at Valdese Public Library with a cartoon child holding a leaf, listing September activities for 4-5 year-olds. Transcribed Text: Preschool Pals Programming designed for 4-5 year olds. We meet on Wednesday at 10:00 am. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. September 2: Apples, Apples, Apples September 9: Down on the Farm September 16: Musical Story time with Sharon Clark September 23: Henry River Farm Trip September 30: Autumn Valdese Public Library 213 St.Germain Ave Valdese, NC 28690 828-874-2421
Promotional image for "Library Explorers" at Valdese Public Library, featuring a cartoon child chef with pizza, illustrations of body parts, and textual details about the program for K-2nd graders. Transcribed Text: Library Explorers @ the Valdese Public Library ~K-2nd grade ONLY ~We meet Mondays at 3:30 ~Pre-Registration required ~Call 828-874-2421 to register August/September OK Explorers, August will be all about getting to know you, so let’s make August a "Cook With Me!", month! In September, we will go on an adventure to discover how your amazing BODY works inside and out!! Live well @ your library Burke County Public Library The Library Foundation of Burke County
Advertisement for the Cool Kids Club at Morganton and Valdese Public Libraries for students in 3rd-5th grades, featuring colorful smiley faces and information on registration and activities. Transcribed Text: Cool Kids Club August/September Cool Kids Club is for students in 3rd-5th grades. Join us for art projects, STEAM activities, games & more! Pre-registration is required. Registration opens Tuesday, August 4th, and programs begin the week of August 17. Morganton Public Library Mondays @ 3:30pm 828-764-9274 Valdese Public Library Tuesdays @ 3:30 pm 828-874-2421 Live well @ your library The Library Foundation of Burke County Burke County

Valdese Public Library Weekly Storytimes (require pre-registration):

  • Baby Bookworms – Thursdays at 10am for those birth-24 months old.
  • Terrific Tots – Mondays at 10am for those 2-3 years old.
  • Preschool Pals – Wednesdays at 10am for those 4-5 years old.
  • Library Explorers – Mondays at 3:30pm for those in K-2nd grade.
  • Cool Kids – Tuesdays at 3:30pm for those in 3rd-5th grade.