Children's Programs and Events

  • Upcoming
    Programs

  • 1000 Books
    Before Kindergarten

  • Bumble
    Tree

  • Morganton
    Storytimes

  • Valdese
    Storytimes

  • C.B. Hildebrand
    Storytimes

YS November Calendar

Click on the image to download the November Kids' Program Calendar.

YS December Calendar

Click on the image to download the December Kids' Program Calendar.




C.B. Hildebrand Public Library
					Kids Cooking Club
					Peanut Butter Cup Christmas Cookies
						Wednesday, December 13 @ 3:30 pm
					Pre-registration Required.
Click to download the flyer




Read to a Dog
					Join the
					Morganton Public Library
					at Burke County Animal Services
					425 Kirksey Drive, Morganton
					4-5 pm
					Thursdays: November 16 and December 28
					Why read to a dog? Reading to a dog gives children extra practice and oral skills. Children feel comfortable because dogs don’t judge if a word is mispronounced. If a child feels nervous when reading aloud, dogs can calm them down that can reduce stress and anxiety. Children can gain confidence, self-esteem and it’s fun!
					Registration is requested, but drop-ins are welcome.
					Call 828-764-9274 to sign up.
					BURKE COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES
Click to download the flyer




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Looking for Accelerated Reader Point Information? How about research for a school project? Or even an online storytime video?

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Kids' Online Tools

C. B. Hildebrand Public Library
Family Christmas Ornament Workshop
Join us on Saturday, December 2 @ 11:00am for
Nut Cracker Ornaments
No Pre-registration required.
Free program. All ages.
Click to download the flyer




Celebrate
							A Christmas Wonderland
							at the Morganton Public Library
							Saturday, December 9
							2-4pm
							2pm
							Christmas Story
							With a Cop
							from Morganton
							Public Safety
							2:15pm
							Caroling with the
							North Morganton
							United Methodist
							Choir
							Stop in to take
							some Elfies!
							Reindeer Games and Christmas Crafts are for
							Children under the age of 12. (While Supplies last)
							2:30pm
							Santa Arrives!
							Join us for some
							holiday cheer with
							crafts, games,
							refreshments, caroling
							and Santa!
Click to download the flyer




Monday,
							December 11
							M i n g l e J i n g l e
							@ CB Hildebrand Public Library Take pictures with
							Santa and Mrs. Claus
							Visit the photo booth with
							The Grinch and Max!
							5:30 - 7:30pm
							This event is free for all ages.
							While supplies last.
							Come celebrate the season with us!
							Music by:
							EBHS
							Chamber Singers
							Enjoy crafts, games and more!
Click to download the flyer




Why is play important?
					Children learn through play. Playing together strengthens the relationship between you and your child. Play also supports social development by helping children
					interact with others, learning to share and get along.
					Morganton Public Library provides an open safe space for children and their
					parents/caregivers to play.
					Morganton Public Library Play Group
					Every Monday
					August 21-December 18
					*No Play Group on September 4,
					September 18 and November 20
					11:00am-11:30am
					Birth - 3 yrs old
					No registration required.
Click to download the flyer




NCSLMA Elementary Battle of the Books

2022-2023 Book List

Note: All books are available through the Burke County Public Library, and most of them are available as eBooks through Overdrive.




Holly Jolly
							Paint Party
							@ the Valdese Public Library
							Saturday, December 2nd
							session 1 @ 1pm
							session 2 @ 3pm
							Pre-registration required for adults & children.
							Children choose a design when registering.
							Adults choose a design upon arrival.
							Design Choices 5th Grade& Under Only :
							Call 828-874-2421 to pre-register.
Click to download the flyer




DECEMBER 2 @ 3PM
					MORGANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
					This month's painting will feature a Whimsical Santa.
					Allmaterials provided.
					Program is for children in grades K-5th, and will be heldin the Meeting Room downstairs.
					Call the Youth Services Desk at (828) 764-9274
					to sign up for the program.
					Space is limited.
					Paintbox
Click to download the flyer




Project Bumble Tree

Project Bumble Tree is Back! Pick up your bag and bumble beginning November 13th, and drop it off by December 14th. We'll distribute them to the residents of health and rehabilitation centers across the county! For more details, see the Bumble Tree Tab.




EcoExplore. See it. Snap it. Share it.

Mammalogy Season

Hi Kids! It's Mammalogy season!
Stop by your local library, and grab
the Mammalogy hand outs for the
ecoEXPLORE program.
Don't forget that we have prizes
available at the library too! Do you
like furry or hairy mammals? Join
ecoEXPLORE, and become a citizen
scientist today!

Like science? Turn into a Citizen Scientist (with a chance to earn some great prizes) with EcoExplore!

ecoEXPLORE (Experiences Promoting Learning Outdoors for Research and Education) is an incentive-based citizen science program for children in grades K-8. Developed by The North Carolina Arboretum, this innovative program combines science exploration with kid-friendly technology to foster a fun learning environment for children while encouraging them to explore the outdoors and participate in citizen science. More information on the program can be found at ExoExplore.net.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Advertisement banner

1000 Books Before Kindergarten, Read it and Reap

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is simple, free, and the rewards are priceless! This program promotes reading to newborns, infants and toddlers. As a parent or caregiver, you are the first education provider your child has during the first five years.

Read a book, any book, to your child with the goal of reading 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and giving them the best start towards success.

We're here to help you on your journey of 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. Stop by or call any of the libraries for more information or to get started.

Take up the challenge and check out 1000booksbeforekindergarten.org.

How to Participate

The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program is a fun, exciting and free way to start your child on the path to success! Any child, ages birth to before kindergarten can participate.

Register at any Burke County Public Library location. You will be given program materials when you sign-up or you can download the reading logs from the 1000 Books Website.

Track your reading. Write down each book on the reading log.

Every book counts. Even if your child wants to hear the same books over and over. Don't forget to count the books your child hears in storytime, daycare, or even with a friend or family member, as long as the child listens to the entire book.

Each time you read 100 books, bring your reading log to the library to receive a milestone sticker and choose a prize from the treasure chest. If you prefer, you may call the library and we will come to your car to pick up reading logs and deliver a prize.

Download the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Informational Flyer

Morganton Public Library Storytimes

Baby Bookworms | Terrific Tots
Pre-School Pals | Library Explorers | Cool Kids Club

Library Directions

Registration is required for all storytimes, sign up today by stopping by your library!


Baby Bookworms

A storytime for children birth-23 months.
Mondays at 10:30am



								Baby Bookworms
						Morganton Public Library
						Mondays 10:30am
						Pre-registration is required.
						Please call 828-764-9274 or come by the library to sign-up.
						Baby Bookworms is a first time library experience for our youngest patrons. Children birth through 23 months will enjoy library time complete with rhymes, songs,
						movement activities, a short story, and a hands on craft or art activity.
						For more information on these and other library programs, visit our library website at www.bcpls.org, call or visit the library today.
						Morganton Public Library
						828-764-9274
						204 S. King St.
						Morganton, NC 28655
						December
						December 4: Three Little Kittens
						December 11: Holly Jolly Christmas
						December 18: Christmas Mice and More!
						December 25: No Storytime today.
						January 1: No Storytime today.
Click to download the Baby Bookworms Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.



Terrific Tots

A storytime for children 2 year-olds.
Tuesdays at 10:30am.

Space is limited. Pre-Registration is required. Call 828-764-9274 or stop by the library to sign up.


Nov.7
					-
					It’s Process Art & Playdough day!
					Listen to a fun “art” relatedstory and use different tools to make your own process art andplaydough creations!
					Nov.14
					- Our storytime today is all about Turkeys and Thanksgiving.We will have fun with silly rhymes, flannel stories and fingerplays.
					Make a Handprint Turkey, and a Turkey Headband to wear onThanksgiving.
					Gobble, Gobble!
					Nov. 21
					- There will be no storytime today.
					We wish all you a HappyThanksgiving holiday.
					Nov. 28
					- Winter will be here soon, and some of the animals willhibernate.
					Find out which animals hibernate, and make a bearhibernating in a cave, and a fun bear mask to wear around at home!
					Terrific Tots is designed forchildren 2 years of age.
					Thegroup meets on Tuesdays at10:30 am.
					Please call the YouthServices Circulation Desk
					(828) 764-9274 at theMorganton Public Library toregister.
					TERRIFIC TOTS
					NOVEMBER STORYTIMES
Click to download the Terrific Tots Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.


TERRIFIC TOTS STORYTIME
					Tuesday, Dec. 5 @ 10:30am
					Gingerbread & Cookies Storytime
					Tuesday, Dec. 12 @ 10:30am
					Reindeer Games & Storytime with Ms. Claus
					Thursday, Dec. 19 @10:30am
					It’s Christmas Storytime
					Program is for children 2 years of age
					Join us for Christmas Cheer this month!
					Call the Youth Services Desk atthe Morganton Public Library(828) 764-9274 to register.
Click to download the Terrific Tots Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.



Preschool Pals

A storytime for children 3-5 years-old.
Thursdays at 10:30am

Space is limited. Pre-Registration is required.
Call 764-9274 or stop by the library to sign up.


Preschool Pals
						Morganton Public Library
						Thursdays at 10:30am
						For 3-5 year olds
						Pre-registration is required.
						Please call 828-764-9274 to register or come by the library to sign up.
						Storytime introduces preschoolers to the joy of reading.
						It focuses on early literacy skills and includes stories, fingerplays, songs and crafts.
						For more information on these and other library programs, visit our library website at www.bcpls.org, call or visit the library today.
						Morganton Public Library
						828-764-9274
						204 S. King St.
						Morganton, NC 28655
						November 2: Chicken Storytime
						November 9: Story Walk at Catawba Meadows
						November 16: Happy Thanksgiving
						November 23: No Storytime today
						November 30: Moving Along
Click to download the Preschool Pals Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.


Preschool Pals
					Morganton Public Library
					Thursdays at 10:30am
					For 3-5 year olds
					Pre-registration is required.
					Please call 828-764-9274 to register or come by the library to sign up.
					Storytime introduces preschoolers to the joy of reading.
					It focuses on early literacy skills and includes stories, fingerplays, songs and crafts.
					For more information on these and other library programs, visit our library website at www.bcpls.org, call or visit the library today.
					Morganton Public Library
					828-764-9274
					204 S. King St.
					Morganton, NC 28655
					December 7: Foxes in the Winter
					December 14:: Music with Christa
					December 21: Deck the Halls
					December 28: No Storytime today
Click to download the Preschool Pals Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.


Library Explorers

Library Explorers is designed for children in grades K-2, and is held on Tuesdays at 4pm. Club times may vary depending on activities planned. Pre-Registration is required.


Nov. 7
					- It‘s a Dinovember storytime today!
					Listen to hilariousdinosaur stories, and make your own dinosaurs or dino eggs out of airdry clay, and paint them!
					Nov. 14
					- Let’s celebrate Thanksgiving a little early.
					Funny turkeystories, but also focusing on what we are thankful for this year.
					Paintyour own beautiful Ceramic Turkey to take home!
					Nov. 21
					-
					There will be no storytime today.
					We wish all of you a HapyThanksgiving!
					Nov. 28
					- Staff from the WNC Nature Center will be at the librarytoday to present the program Animals After Dark. Ever wonderedabout the animals that become active after we go to sleep? We’ll learnabout opossums, owls, bats, and more during this nocturnal animalprogram. Students will learn to identify animal sounds, explorebiofacts, and be introduced to a live animal guest. This program alsoties in with the ecoEXPLORE Mammalogy season.
					Library Explorers is designedfor children in grades K-2nd.
					The group meets on Tuesdaysat 4pm.
					Please call the YouthServices Circulation Desk
					(828) 764-9274 at theMorganton Public Library toregister.
					LIBRARY EXPLORERS
					NOVEMBER STORYTIMES
Click to download the Library Explorers Flyer!


.
					Let's have a Holly Jolly month!
					Tuesday, Dec.5 @ 4pm
					Charlie Brown Christmas &
					Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Lot Craft
					Tuesday, Dec. 12 @ 4pm
					Ornament Workshop & Storytime
					with Mrs. Claus
					Tuesday, Dec. 19 @ 4pm
					Winter Solstice Storytime & Lantern Craft
					Library Explorers Storytime
					Call the Youth Services Desk at theMorganton Public Library
					(828) 764-9274 to register.
					Grades K-2nd
Click to download the Library Explorers Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.



Cool Kids Club

Cool Kids Club is designed for children in grades 3-5.
Mondays at 3:30pm



					November 2023
					Morganton Public Library
					Mondays @ 3:30pm
					828-764-9274
					Valdese Public Library
					Tuesdays @ 3:30 pm
					828-874-2421
					Cool Kids Club is for
					students in 3rd-5th grades.
					Join us for art projects,
					STEAM activities, games &
					more!
					Cool Kids
					@ MPL & VPL
					**Pre-registration is required.
					*There will not be a meeting on
					November 20 and 21. Enjoy your holiday!
Click to download the Cool Kids Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.

Come by the library to register now for Storytimes!

Valdese Public Library Storytimes

Baby Bookworms | Terrific Tots | Pre-School Pals
Library Explorers | Cool Kids

Library Directions

Pre-registration is required for all storytimes


Baby Bookworms

For Those 24 months and younger
Thursdays at 10am


 
							@ the Valdese Public Library
							BabyBaby
							BookwormsBookworms
							Birth-23months.
							Meeting Thursday @ 10am.
							Pre-Registration required.
							Call the
							Valdese Public Library
							@ 828-874-2421
							to register.
							Storytime Openers
							~Color- Brown
							~Song- Good Morning &
							Where is Thumbkin?
							~Nursery Rhyme- 3 Little Kittens
							NovemberThemes:
							Dinosaurs,Vegetables, Turkeys& Cookies
							This storytime willintroduce your baby
							to new sights, sounds,interactions and
							activities through
							books, music & play.
							Join today!
Click to download the Baby Bookworms Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.


 
							December Themes:
					Stars, Lights, Reindeer & Santa
					This storytime
					will introduce your
					baby to new sights,sounds, interactions andactivities through books,music & play. Join today!
					Storytime OpenersStorytime Openers
					~Red~Color- Red
					~Twinkle~Song- Good Morning & Twinkle
					Twinkle StarTwinkle Little Star
					~Kittens~Nursery Rhyme- 3 Little Kittens
					@ the Valdese Public Library
					BabyBaby
					BookwormsBookworms
					Birth-23months.
					Meeting Thursday @ 10am.
					Pre-Registration required.
					Call the
					Valdese Public Library
					@ 828-874-2421
					to register.
Click to download the Baby Bookworms Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.




Terrific Tots Storytime

For Those 2-3 Years Old
Mondays at 10am



								A storytime for
							2-3year olds.
							Each Monday 10:00-11:00amat the Valdese Public Library.Pre-Registration required.
							Call 828-874-2421
							to sign-up or stop by theValdese Public Library.
							December
							12/4- Trees & Ornaments
							12/11- Elves & Reindeer
							12/18- Christmas & Santa
							TERRIFIC
							TOTS
							With
							Adventures
							December Special Programs:
							~Sat. Dec. 2nd -Holly Jolly Paint Party- 2 sessions @ 1pm & 3pm -
							Open to children and adults. Kids choose a shape when they pre-registerand adults pre-register
							then
							choose on the day of the event.
							Pre-registration Required
Click to download the Terrific Tots Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.



PreSchool Pals

For Those 4-5 Years Old
Wednesdays at 10am

Preschool Pals
					A story time for kids 4-5 years old. Meeting on Wednesdays from
					10:00-11:00 am at the Valdese Public Library. Space is limited.
					Pre-registration is required for all events. Call 828-874-2421 or stop by the library.
					For more information on these and other library programs, visit our library
					website at www.bcpls.org, call, or visit the library today.
					Valdese Public Library - 828-874-2421
					213 St. Germain Ave SE
					Valdese NC 28690
					The month of November will have an Thanksgiving theme focusing on Pilgrims, Native Americans, and turkeys!
Click to download the Preschool Pals Flyer!

Preschool Pals
				A story time for kids 4-5 years old. Meeting on Wednesdays from
				10:00—11:00 am at the Valdese Public Library.
				Space is limited. Pre-registration is required for all events. Call 828-874-2421 or stop by the library.
				The month of December will feature Christmas
				stories, crafts, and snacks!
				For more information on these and other library programs, visit our library website at www.bcpls.org, call, or visit the library today.
				Valdese Public Library - 828-874-2421
				213 St. Germain Ave SE
				Valdese NC 28690
Click to download the Preschool Pals Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.


Library Explorers

For those in grades K-2
Mondays at 3:30pm



						December Special Program:
							~Sat. Dec. 2nd -Holly Jolly Paint Party- 2 sessions @ 1pm & 3pm -
							Open to children and adults. Kids choose a shape when they pre-register
							and adults pre-register then choose on the day of the event.
							Pre-registration Required
							12/4- Beaded Elf & Painted Wooden
							Ornaments
							12/11- Cinnamon Dough Ornaments &
							Holiday BINGO
							12/18- Holiday Minute To Win It & PARTY!
							LIBRARY
							Explorers
							K-2nd grade ONLY.
							We meet at the
							Valdese Public Library,
							Mondays at 3:30.
							Pre-Registration required.
							828-874-2421.
Click to download the Library Explorers Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.



Cool Kids Club

For Those in grades 3-5
Tuesdays at 3:30pm



					November 2023
					Morganton Public Library
					Mondays @ 3:30pm
					828-764-9274
					Valdese Public Library
					Tuesdays @ 3:30 pm
					828-874-2421
					Cool Kids Club is for
					students in 3rd-5th grades.
					Join us for art projects,
					STEAM activities, games &
					more!
					Cool Kids
					@ MPL & VPL
					**Pre-registration is required.
					*There will not be a meeting on
					November 20 and 21. Enjoy your holiday!
Click to download the Cool Kids Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.

Call or come by the library to register now for Storytimes!

C.B. Hildebrand Public Library Storytimes

Family Storytime | Baby Bookworms | Terrific Tots
Pre-School Pals | Library Explorers | Cool Kids

Library Directions

Pre-registration is required for all weekly storytimes, and other programs as noted.


Family Storytime

Each week our Family Storytime will meet on Thursdays at 10:45am. All ages welcome. Call 828-764-9283 or come by to pre-register.



					Parents and caregivers areencouraged to participate
					to make a meaningful
					experience for their child.
					Storytime
					programs are
					designed to stimulate young
					minds by introducing literature,music, and movement.
					CB HILDEBRAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
					November 2: Family
					November 9: Turkeys
					November 16: Thanksgiving
					November 23: No Storytime
					November 30: Its Beginning ToLook A lot Like Christmas
					Family Storytime
					Each week our Family Storytime will meet onThursdays at 10:45am. All ages welcome. Call828-764-9283 or come by to pre-register.

Click to download the Family Storytime Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.



Baby Bookworms and Terrific Tots Storytime

For Those 2 Years Old and Under
Wednesdays at 10:45am


Each week, Baby Bookworms and Terrific Tots will meeton Wednesdays at 10:45am. Ages birth to 2yrs old.
							Come by or call 828-764-9283 to register.
							Storytime
							programsare designed tostimulate young
							minds by introducingliterature, music, andmovement.
							November 1:  Family  
							 November 8:  
							 November 15:   Thanksgiving
							 November 22:  No storytimes
							 November 29:  It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
							Baby BookwormsBaby Bookworms
							&&
							Terrific TotsTerrific Tots
							CB Hildebrand Public Library
							Oct. 11th:

Click to download the Baby Bookworms and Terrific Tots Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.



PreSchool Pals

For Those 3-5 Years Old
Tuesdays at 10:45am


CB HILDEBRAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
						Each week, Preschool Pals
						will meet on Tuesday at
						10:45am. Age 3, 4 and 5yr
						old. Come by or call 828-
						764-9283 to register.
						Storytime programs
						are designed to
						stimulate young
						minds by introducing
						literature, music, and
						movement.
						Pre-School
						Pals
						November 7:
						Thanksgiving
						November 14:
						Turkey Trouble
						November 21:
						No Storytime
						November 28:
						Its Beginning To Look
						A lot Like Christmas
						Parents and caregivers areencouraged to participate
						to make a meaningful
						experience for their child.
Click to download the Preschool Pals Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.


Library Explorers

For those in grades K-2
Thursdays at 3:30pm


Library Explorers
					Grades K-2 meeting on Thursdays from 3:30 pm—4:30 pm.
					Space is limited. Pre-registration is required for all events.
					The month of December will feature Christmas stories, crafts, and snacks!
					For more information on these and other library programs, visit
					our library website at www.bcpls.org, call or visit the library today.
					C.B.Hildebrand Public Library - 828-764-9283
					101 B Main Avenue West
					Hildebran, NC 28637
Click to download the Library Explorers Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.



Cool Kids Club

For those in grades 3-5
Tuesdays at 3:30pm


Cool Kids
					Grades 3–5
					Meeting on Tuesdays from 3:30 pm—4:30 pm. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required for all events.
					The month of December will feature Christmas ornament crafts and holiday snacks!
					For more information on these and other library programs,
					visit our library website at www.bcpls.org, call or visit the library today.
					C.B.Hildebrand Public Library - 828-764-9283
					101-B Main Avenue West
					Hildebran, NC 28637
Click to download the Cool Kids Flyer!

Pre-registration is required.

Come by the library to register for Storytimes!.