2024 Summer Reading Calendar Central Library

Children
  • Book Babies
    June 4 at 10 a.m.
    Up to 18 months and their caregivers. Your little ones will explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities to encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.
  • Library Adventures
    June 4 at 11 a.m.
    Ages 4-7 and their caregivers. Children will embark on a different adventure each week and explore a range of sensory activities.
  • Toddler Bilingual Zoom Storytime
    June 5 at 10 a.m.
    Ages 2-4. Children will enjoy stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy skills in English and Spanish. Email Jason for the Zoom link if you’re off on your own summer adventure!
  • Pre-K Storytime
    June 6 at 11:30 a.m.
    Ages 3-5. This independent-readiness program that features stories, songs and activities surrounding transitions, learning, and following directions is perfect for preschoolers approaching kindergarten.
  • Summer Reading Kickoff
    June 7 from 6-7:30 p.m.
    The Summer Reading adventure kicks off with programs inside and outside the Central Library.
    • Pick up Summer Reading calendars, reading recommendations, and reading logs.
    • Sample jackfruit barbecue as a preview of our Healthy Summer Cooking programs.
    • Learn about Library departments and partners, including Bookmarks, Forsyth County Behavioral Health, and Sawtooth School for Visual Art.
    • Play games in Teen Central and the Children's Library.
    • Vist Creek Critters in the Storytime Room.
    • Take part in a STEM activity by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center at 6:15 p.m. in the Makerspace.
    • Attend a Grey Seal Puppets performance in the auditorium at 6:45 p.m.
  • Family Storytime
    June 8 at 11 a.m.
    All ages. This intergenerational program is filled with stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development.

Teens
  • Summer Reading Kickoff
    June 7 from 6-7:30 p.m.
    The Summer Reading adventure kicks off with programs inside and outside the Central Library.
    • Pick up Summer Reading calendars, reading recommendations, and reading logs.
    • Sample jackfruit barbecue as a preview of our Healthy Summer Cooking programs.
    • Learn about Library departments and partners, including Bookmarks, Forsyth County Behavioral Health, and Sawtooth School for Visual Art.
    • Play games in Teen Central and the Children's Library.
    • Vist Creek Critters in the Storytime Room.
    • Take part in a STEM activity by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center at 6:15 p.m. in the Makerspace.
    • Attend a Grey Seal Puppets performance in the auditorium at 6:45 p.m.
  • Games for Teens: Board, Card, and Video Games
    June 8 from 2-4 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Drop-in to play board, card, and video games together. You may use the games provided or bring your own (rated for teens or younger) to share.

Adults
  • African American Music Appreciation Month
    June 4 at 5 p.m.
    Celebrate how African Americans have influenced music across genres and decades in the United States and beyond.
  • Men Talk Too
    June 4 at 6 p.m.
    Be part of a discussion about men’s health, community, and fatherhood hosted by Stanley Howard of the Forsyth County Health Department.
  • Level Up: Adult Gamer Society
    June 4 at 6 p.m.
    Bring your games, your friends, or just yourself to play an array of board, video, and card games.
  • Tai Chi
    June 5 at 10 a.m.
    Take part in this gentle form of exercise that combines moving and meditation to cultivate health and well-being.
  • Sittercise
    June 7 at 1:30 p.m.
    Improve your balance, strength, and overall health with local fitness instructor Cynthia Cain.
  • Summer Reading Kickoff
    June 7 from 6-7:30 p.m.
    The Summer Reading adventure kicks off with programs inside and outside the Central Library.
    • Pick up Summer Reading calendars, reading recommendations, and reading logs.
    • Sample jackfruit barbecue as a preview of our Healthy Summer Cooking programs.
      (NOTE: Link to the Healthy Summer Cooking Featured Program)
    • Learn about Library departments and partners, including Bookmarks, Forsyth County Behavioral Health, and Sawtooth School for Visual Art.
    • Play games in Teen Central and the Children's Library.
    • Vist Creek Critters in the Storytime Room.
    • Take part in a STEM activity by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center at 6:15 p.m. in the Makerspace.
    • Attend a Grey Seal Puppets performance in the auditorium at 6:45 p.m.

Children
  • Mondays on the Lawn!
    June 10 at 11 a.m.
    Pre-K to sixth grade. Children will enjoy a weekly Storytime and crafts focused on a different theme each week that will engage their imaginations and encourage critical thinking.
  • Book Babies
    June 11 at 10 a.m.
    Up to 18 months and their caregivers. Your little ones will explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities to encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.
  • Library Adventures
    June 11 at 11 a.m.
    Ages 4-7 and their caregivers. Children will embark on a different adventure each week and explore a range of sensory activities.
  • Toddler Bilingual Zoom Storytime
    June 12 at 10 a.m.
    Ages 2-4. Children will enjoy stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy skills in English and Spanish. Email Jason for the Zoom link if you’re off on your own summer adventure!
  • Winston-Salem Police Department
    June 12 at 11 a.m.
    Children will learn about safety and what police officers do!
  • Adventures with Animals Presented by the North Carolina Zoo
    June 12 at 1 p.m.
    Come explore three continents, meet some awesome animal ambassadors, learn about famous pioneers and scientists, and dive into some adventurous jobs!
  • Wacky Wednesday Craft Day
    June 12 at 3 p.m.
    Ages 5-12. Children will make a different craft every week.
  • Pre-K Storytime
    June 13 at 11:30 a.m.
    Ages 3-5. This independent-readiness program that features stories, songs and activities surrounding transitions, learning, and following directions is perfect for preschoolers approaching kindergarten.
  • Friday Films for Kids
    June 14 from 2-4 p.m.
    All ages and their families. Watch an animated film each week. This week's film is The Little Mermaid(Rated G).
  • Family Storytime
    June 15 at 11 a.m.
    All ages. This intergenerational program is filled with stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development.
Teens
  • Arts and Crafts on the Go
    June 10
    Stop by Teen Central and pick up an arts and crafts kit to make at home. New kits are available every Monday while supplies last.
  • Summer Snacks for Teens with Chef Floyd Davis
    June 11 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. If you can’t stand the heat, get into the Central Library kitchen and learn how to make {item} with Chef Floyd Davis. Program waivers and registration are required. Email Mia to register.
  • STEAM for Tweens and Teens
    June 12 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 9-18. Create something new every week while exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math.
  • Teen Art Hour
    June 13 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Make fun and interesting art.
  • Games for Teens: Board, Card, and Video Games
    June 15 from 2-4 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Drop-in to play board, card, and video games together. You may use the games provided or bring your own (rated for teens or younger) to share.

Adults
  • African American Music Appreciation Month
    June 11 at 5 p.m.
    Celebrate how African Americans have influenced music across genres and decades in the United States and beyond.
  • Tai Chi
    June 12 at 10 a.m.
    Take part in this gentle form of exercise that combines moving and meditation to cultivate health and well-being.
  • Winston-Salem Writers’ Group
    June 12 from 6-8 p.m.
    Share what you’re working on with a supportive group of writers and host Barbara Greenbaum.
  • Sittercise
    June 14 at 1:30 p.m.
    Improve your balance, strength, and overall health with local fitness instructor Cynthia Cain.
  • Finding Immigration Records
    June 14 at 4 p.m.
    Discover ways to research immigration records and migration patterns through online and physical sources.
  • Beginners’ Quilting Club
    June 15 from 10 a.m.-noon
    12 years old and up. Come learn the art of quilting and make your own mini quilt in this hands-on class. Class is limited to 10 people. Email Rhonda to register.
Children
  • Mondays on the Lawn!
    June 17 at 11 a.m.
    Pre-K to sixth grade. Children will enjoy a weekly Storytime and crafts focused on a different theme each week that will engage their imaginations and encourage critical thinking.
  • Winston-Salem Symphony Instrument Petting Zoo
    June 17 at 2 p.m.
    The Winston-Salem Symphony makes dozens of educational opportunities available to children every year. Come see, touch, and play the real instrucments that are used in the orchestra.
  • Tween Meetup
    June 17 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 8-12. Children can try out different foods, crafts, and games every week.
  • Book Babies
    June 18 at 10 a.m.
    Up to 18 months and their caregivers. Your little ones will explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities to encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.
  • Library Adventures
    June 18 at 11 a.m.
    Ages 4-7 and their caregivers. Children will embark on a different adventure each week and explore a range of sensory activities.
  • Toddler Bilingual Zoom Storytime
    June 19 at 10 a.m.
    Ages 2-4. Children will enjoy stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy skills in English and Spanish. Email Jason for the Zoom link if you’re off on your own summer adventure!
  • Discover STEAM through Tasty Treats
    June 19 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 5-11. Children will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts while making ice cream in a bag in June and blender creations in July. Program presented by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center.
  • Wacky Wednesday Craft Day
    June 19 at 3 p.m.
    Ages 5-12. Children will make a different craft every week.
  • Poetry Extravaganza
    June 20 and 21 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
    Ages 7-13. Bring your children to write their own poems, learn some tips and techniques, and celebrate all things poetry! Registration is required. Email Jason to register.
  • Pre-K Storytime
    June 20 at 11:30 a.m.
    Ages 3-5. This independent-readiness program that features stories, songs and activities surrounding transitions, learning, and following directions is perfect for preschoolers approaching kindergarten.
  • Friday Films for Kids
    June 21 from 2-4 p.m.
    All ages and their families. Watch The Super Mario Bros. Movie(Rated PG).
  • Family Storytime
    June 22 at 11 a.m.
    All ages. This intergenerational program is filled with stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development.
Teens
  • Arts and Crafts on the Go
    June 17
    Stop by Teen Central and pick up an arts and crafts kit to make at home. New kits are available every Monday while supplies last.
  • Money Management for Teens
    June 18 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 12- 18. Parents/guardians welcome. Learn about money management and banking. Program presented by Summit Credit Union.
  • STEAM for Tweens and Teens
    June 19 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 9-18. Create something new every week while exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math.
  • Games for Teens: Board, Card, and Video Games
    June 22 from 2-4 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Drop-in to play board, card, and video games together. You may use the games provided or bring your own (rated for teens or younger) to share.
Adults
  • Level Up: Adult Gamer Society
    July 16 at 6 p.m.
    Bring your games, your friends, or just yourself to play an array of board, video, and card games.
  • Tai Chi
    July 17 at 10 a.m.
    Take part in this gentle form of exercise that combines moving and meditation to cultivate health and well-being.
  • English Conversation Group
    July 18 at 3 p.m.
    Practice your conversation skills, learn new expressions, and more in a relaxed environment.
  • Sittercise
    July 19 at 1:30 p.m.
    Improve your balance, strength, and overall health with local fitness instructor Cynthia Cain.
  • Beginners’ Quilting Club
    July 20 from 10 a.m.-noon
    12 years old and up. Come learn the art of quilting and make your own mini quilt in this hands-on class. Class is limited to 10 people. Email Rhonda to register.
Children
  • Mondays on the Lawn!
    June 24 at 11 a.m.
    Pre-K to sixth grade. Children will enjoy a weekly Storytime and crafts focused on a different theme each week that will engage their imaginations and encourage critical thinking.
  • Tween Meetup
    June 24 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 8-12. Children can try out different foods, crafts, and games every week.
  • Book Babies
    June 25 at 10 a.m.
    Up to 18 months and their caregivers. Your little ones will explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities to encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.
  • Library Adventures
    June 25 at 11 a.m.
    Ages 4-7 and their caregivers. Children will embark on a different adventure each week and explore a range of sensory activities.
  • Once Upon a Time with Bright Star Touring Theatre
    June 25 at 1 p.m.
    Once Upon a Time: Cinderella and Jack and the Beanstalk, is tailor-made for a library adventure. This fun and interactive show is great for younger audiences or anyone who is young at heart.
  • Toddler Bilingual Zoom Storytime
    June 26 at 10 a.m.
    Ages 2-4. Children will enjoy stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy skills in English and Spanish. Email Jason for the Zoom link if you’re off on your own summer adventure!
  • Wacky Wednesday Craft Day
    June 26 at 3 p.m.
    Ages 5-12. Children will make a different craft every week.
  • Pre-K Storytime
    June 27 at 11:30 a.m.
    Ages 3-5. This independent-readiness program that features stories, songs and activities surrounding transitions, learning, and following directions is perfect for preschoolers approaching kindergarten.
  • Friday Films for Kids
    June 28 from 2-4 p.m.
    All ages and their families. Watch Frozen 2 (Rated PG).
  • Family Storytime
    June 29 at 11 a.m.
    All ages. This intergenerational program is filled with stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development.
Teens
  • Arts and Crafts on the Go
    June 24
    Stop by Teen Central and pick up an arts and crafts kit to make at home. New kits are available every Monday while supplies last.
  • Summer Snacks for Teens with Chef Floyd Davis
    June 25 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. If you can’t stand the heat, get into the Central Library kitchen and learn how to make a cool summer snack with Chef Floyd Davis. Program waivers and registration are required. Email Mia to register.
  • Choosing your Career with the College Foundation of North Carolina
    June 25 at 6 p.m.
    This webinar will help you identify your interests, explore occupations, and plan your career journey. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Email Mia to register.
  • STEAM for Tweens and Teens
    June 26 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 9-18. Create something new every week while exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math.
  • Teen Art Hour
    June 27 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Make fun and interesting art.
  • Games for Teens: Board, Card, and Video Games
    July 29 from 2-4 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Drop in to play board, card, and video games together. You may use the games provided or bring your own (rated for teens or younger) to share.
Adults
  • African American Music Appreciation Month
    June 25 at 5 p.m. (June 4-25)
    Celebrate how African Americans have influenced music across genres and decades in the United States and beyond.
  • Tai Chi
    June 26 at 10 a.m.
    Take part in this gentle form of exercise that combines moving and meditation to cultivate health and well-being.
  • Sittercise
    June 28 at 1:30 p.m.
    Improve your balance, strength, and overall health with local fitness instructor Cynthia Cain.
  • Alliance Book Club
    June 29 at 11 a.m. at Northstar LGBTQ+ Community Center
    Go to the Central Library Book Clubs page for more information
Children
  • Mondays on the Lawn!
    July 1 at 11 a.m.
    Pre-K to sixth grade. Children will enjoy a weekly Storytime and crafts focused on a different theme each week that will engage their imaginations and encourage critical thinking.
  • Tween Meetup
    July 1 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 8-12. Children can try out different foods, crafts, and games every week.
  • Book Babies
    July 2 at 10 a.m.
    Up to 18 months and their caregivers. Your little ones will explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities to encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.
  • Library Adventures
    July 2 at 11 a.m.
    Ages 4-7 and their caregivers. Children will embark on a different adventure each week and explore a range of sensory activities.
  • Toddler Bilingual Zoom Storytime
    July 3 at 10 a.m.
    Ages 2-4. Children will enjoy stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy skills in English and Spanish. Email Jason for the Zoom link if you’re off on your own summer adventure!
  • Wacky Wednesday Craft Day
    July 3 at 3 p.m.
    Ages 5-12. Children will make a different craft every week.
  • Animal Storytime and Search and Find
    July 3 at 3 p.m.
    Ages 4-11. After honing their literacy skills with a special Storytime, kids will make a pair of binoculars and search the Children’s Library for furry and ferocious creatures.
  • Family Storytime
    July 6 at 11 a.m.
    All ages. This intergenerational program is filled with stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development.
Teens
  • Arts and Crafts on the Go
    July 1
    Stop by Teen Central and pick up an arts and crafts kit to make at home. New kits are available every Monday while supplies last.
  • STEAM for Tweens and Teens
    July 3 at 3:30 p.m. (June 12-July 24)
    Ages 9-18. Create something new every week while exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math.
  • Games for Teens: Board, Card, and Video Games
    July 6 from 2-4 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Drop in to play board, card, and video games together. You may use the games provided or bring your own (rated for teens or younger) to share.
Adults
There will be no Tai Chi or Sittercise programs this week. They will resume the week of July 8.
  • Men Talk Too
    July 2 at 6 p.m.
    Be part of a discussion about men’s health, community, and fatherhood hosted by Stanley Howard of the Forsyth County Health Department.
  • Level Up: Adult Gamer Society
    July 2 at 6 p.m.
    Bring your games, your friends, or just yourself to play an array of board, video, and card games.
  • Winston-Salem Writers’ Group
    July 2 from 6-8 p.m.br /> Share what you’re working on with a supportive group of writers and host Barbara Greenbaum.
Children
  • Mondays on the Lawn!
    July 8 at 11 a.m.
    Pre-K to sixth grade. Children will enjoy a weekly Storytime and crafts focused on a different theme each week that will engage their imaginations and encourage critical thinking.
  • Tween Meetup
    July 8 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 8-12. Children can try out different foods, crafts, and games every week.
  • Book Babies
    July 9 at 10 a.m.
    Up to 18 months and their caregivers. Your little ones will explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities to encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.
  • Library Adventures
    July 9 at 11 a.m.
    Ages 4-7 and their caregivers. Children will embark on a different adventure each week and explore a range of sensory activities.
  • Toddler Bilingual Zoom Storytime
    July 10 at 10 a.m.
    Ages 2-4. Children will enjoy stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy skills in English and Spanish. Email Jason for the Zoom link if you’re off on your own summer adventure!
  • Wacky Wednesday Craft Day
    July 10 at 3 p.m.
    Ages 5-12. Children will make a different craft every week.
  • Pre-K Storytime
    July 11 at 11:30 a.m.
    Ages 3-5. This independent-readiness program that features stories, songs and activities surrounding transitions, learning, and following directions is perfect for preschoolers approaching kindergarten.
  • Friday Films for Kids
    July 12 from 2-4 p.m.
    All ages and their families. Watch Turning Red.
  • Family Storytime
    July 13 at 11 a.m.
    All ages. This intergenerational program is filled with stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development.
Teens
  • Arts and Crafts on the Go
    July 8
    Stop by Teen Central and pick up an arts and crafts kit to make at home. New kits are available every Monday while supplies last.
  • Summer Snacks for Teens with Chef Floyd Davis
    July 9 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. If you can’t stand the heat, get into the Central Library kitchen and learn how to make a cool summer snack with Chef Floyd Davis. Program waivers and registration are required. Email Mia to register.
  • STEAM for Tweens and Teens
    July 10 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 9-18. Create something new every week while exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math.
  • Teen Art Hour
    July 11 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Make fun and interesting art.
  • FAFSA, Scholarships, and Financial Aid with the College Foundation of North Carolina
    July 11 at 6 p.m.
    This webinar will help you learn about federal, state, and private financial resources that can help pay for college. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Email Mia to register.
  • Games for Teens: Board, Card, and Video Games
    July 13 from 2-4 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Drop in to play board, card, and video games together. You may use the games provided or bring your own (rated for teens or younger) to share.
Adults
  • Tai Chi
    July 10 at 10 a.m.
    Take part in this gentle form of exercise that combines moving and meditation to cultivate health and well-being.
  • Sittercise
    July 12 at 1:30 p.m.
    Improve your balance, strength, and overall health with local fitness instructor Cynthia Cain.
Children
  • Mondays on the Lawn!
    July 15 at 11 a.m.
    Pre-K to sixth grade. Children will enjoy a weekly Storytime and crafts focused on a different theme each week that will engage their imaginations and encourage critical thinking.
  • Tween Meetup
    July 15 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 8-12. Children can try out different foods, crafts, and games every week.
  • Book Babies
    July 16 at 10 a.m.
    Up to 18 months and their caregivers. Your little ones will explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities to encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.
  • Library Adventures
    July 16 at 11 a.m.
    Ages 4-7 and their caregivers. Children will embark on a different adventure each week and explore a range of sensory activities.
  • Toddler Bilingual Zoom Storytime
    July 17 at 10 a.m.
    Ages 2-4. Children will enjoy stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy skills in English and Spanish. Email Jason for the Zoom link if you’re off on your own summer adventure!
  • Discover STEAM through Tasty Treats
    July 17 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 5-11. Children will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts while making ice cream in a bag in June and blender creations in July. Program presented by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center.
  • Wacky Wednesday Craft Day
    July 17 at 3 p.m.
    Ages 5-12. Children will make a different craft every week.
  • Pre-K Storytime
    July 18 at 11:30 a.m.
    Ages 3-5. This independent-readiness program that features stories, songs and activities surrounding transitions, learning, and following directions is perfect for preschoolers approaching kindergarten.
  • Family Memory Books
    July 18 at 2 p.m.
    Children and tweens. Kids will decorate a book full of memories from family members and friends about their summer adventures.
  • Friday Films for Kids
    July 19 from 2-4 p.m.
    All ages and their families. Watch an animated film each week. This week it's Turning Red (Rated PG).
  • Sawtooth Puppet Parade
    July 20 from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
    All ages. Children and families will meet at the Central Library to make puppets and enjoy a Storytime before parading to Sawtooth for more making, letterpress cranking, and exhibit viewing.
  • Family Storytime
    July 20 at 11 a.m.
    All ages. This intergenerational program is filled with stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development.
Teens
  • Arts and Crafts on the Go
    July 15
    Stop by Teen Central and pick up an arts and crafts kit to make at home. New kits are available every Monday while supplies last.
  • Intro to Improv for Teens with The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem
    July 15 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Learn the basics for improv, a theatrical technique actors use to help them become more adaptable on stage.
  • STEAM for Tweens and Teens
    July 17 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 9-18. Create something new every week while exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math.
  • Games for Teens: Board, Card, and Video Games
    July 20 from 2-4 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Drop in to play board, card, and video games together. You may use the games provided or bring your own (rated for teens or younger) to share.
Adults
  • Level Up: Adult Gamer Society
    July 16 at 6 p.m.
    Bring your games, your friends, or just yourself to play an array of board, video, and card games.
  • Tai Chi
    July 17 at 10 a.m.
    Take part in this gentle form of exercise that combines moving and meditation to cultivate health and well-being.
  • English Conversation Group
    July 18 at 3 p.m.
    Practice your conversation skills, learn new expressions, and more in a relaxed environment.
  • Sittercise
    July 19 at 1:30 p.m.
    Improve your balance, strength, and overall health with local fitness instructor Cynthia Cain.
  • Beginners’ Quilting Club
    July 20 from 10 a.m.-noon
    12 years old and up. Come learn the art of quilting and make your own mini quilt in this hands-on class. Class is limited to 10 people. Email Rhonda to register.
Children
  • Mondays on the Lawn!
    July 22 at 11 a.m.
    Pre-K to sixth grade. Children will enjoy a weekly Storytime and crafts focused on a different theme each week that will engage their imaginations and encourage critical thinking.
  • Book Babies
    July 23 at 10 a.m.
    Up to 18 months and their caregivers. Your little ones will explore board books, finger plays and lap-bounce activities to encourage language development, brain stimulation, and socialization.
  • Library Adventures
    July 23 at 11 a.m.
    Ages 4-7 and their caregivers. Children will embark on a different adventure each week and explore a range of sensory activities.
  • Let’s Go Camping!
    July 23 at 3 p.m.
    Ages 3-9. Children are invited to go on an indoor camping adventure with pillow forts, s’mores, and even a bear hunt!
  • Toddler Bilingual Zoom Storytime
    July 24 at 10 a.m.
    Ages 2-4. Children will enjoy stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy skills in English and Spanish. Email Jason for the Zoom link if you’re off on your own summer adventure!
  • Wacky Wednesday Craft Day
    July 24 at 3 p.m.
    Ages 5-12. Children will make a different craft every week.
  • Pre-K Storytime
    July 25 at 11:30 a.m.
    Ages 3-5. This independent-readiness program that features stories, songs and activities surrounding transitions, learning, and following directions is perfect for preschoolers approaching kindergarten.
  • Friday Films for Kids
    July 26 from 2-4 p.m.
    All ages and their families. Watch an animated film each week. This week it's Elemental (Rated PG).
  • Family Storytime
    July 27 at 11 a.m.
    All ages. This intergenerational program is filled with stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development.
Teens
  • Arts and Crafts on the Go
    July 22
    Stop by Teen Central and pick up an arts and crafts kit to make at home. New kits are available every Monday while supplies last.
  • Summer Snacks for Teens with Chef Floyd Davis
    July 23 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. If you can’t stand the heat, get into the Central Library kitchen and learn how to make a cool summer snack with Chef Floyd Davis. Program waivers and registration are required. Email Mia to register.
  • Tissue-paper Painting
    July 23 at 5:30 p.m.
    Ages 15 and up. Who needs paint to paint? Create with tissue paper, markers, and water. Registration is required. Email Tory to register.
  • STEAM for Tweens and Teens
    July 24 at 3:30 p.m.
    Ages 9-18. Create something new every week while exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math.
  • Teen Art Hour
    July 25 at 2 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Make fun and interesting art.
  • Planificación para la universidad con el College Foundation of North Carolina
    25 de julio a las 6 p.m.
    Este programa que esta ofreciendo el College Foundation of North Carolina es presencial y virtual. El programa teayudará a planificar para la universidad. Los temas incluyen cómo encontrar la universidad adecuada, cómo tomar clases universitarias mientras estás en la escuela secundaria, cómo explorar especialidades y más. Es requerido registrarse para recibir el enlace de Zoom. Por favor, envíe un correo electrónico a martinlc@forsyth.cc para registrarse.
  • Games for Teens: Board, Card, and Video Games
    July 27 from 2-4 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Drop in to play board, card, and video games together. You may use the games provided or bring your own (rated for teens or younger) to share.
  • Teen Library Takeover
    July 27 from 4-8 p.m.
    Ages 12-18. Hang out in the Central Library after hours for crafts, games, and food, including a cupcake decorating contest. Registration required. Email Mia to register.
Adults
  • Tissue-paper Painting
    July 23 at 5:30 p.m.
    Ages 15 and up. Who needs paint to paint? Create with tissue paper, markers, and water. Registration is required. Email Tory to register.
  • Tai Chi
    July 24 at 10 a.m.
    Take part in this gentle form of exercise that combines moving and meditation to cultivate health and well-being.
  • Sittercise
    July 26 at 1:30 p.m.
    Improve your balance, strength, and overall health with local fitness instructor Cynthia Cain.
Adults
  • Tai Chi
    July 31 at 10 a.m.
    Take part in this gentle form of exercise that combines moving and meditation to cultivate health and well-being.

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Wednesday, January 1 - New Year's Day
Monday, January 20 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday
Friday, April 18 - Good Friday
Monday, May 26 - Memorial Day
Friday, July 4 - Independence Day
Monday, September 1 - Labor Day
Tuesday, November 11 - Veteran's Day
Thursday, November 27 - Thanksgiving
Friday, November 28 - Thanksgiving
Wednesday, December 24 - Christmas
Thursday, December 25 - Christmas
Friday, December 26 - Christmas