2024 Summer Reading Calendar Paddison Memorial
- June 1-8
- June 10 - 15
- June 17 - 22
- June 24 - 29
- July 1 - 6
- July 8 - 13
- July 15 - 20
- July 22 - 27
- July 29 - 31
Children
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STEAM for Tweens
June 4 at 4 p.m.
Ages 8-11. Create and explore using science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Registration is required. Email Stefanie to register.
- Preschool Storytime
June 5 at 10 a.m.
Ages 3-6. Preschoolers will develop language and pre-reading skills through stories and songs to help facilitate their growth into successful readers.
- Toddler Storytime
June 6 at 10 a.m.
Ages 2 and under. Toddlers will build language skills and discover new words while exploring letters and sounds through stories and interactive play. They’ll learn with music, picture books, rhymes, and even explore other languages. -
Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
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A Wild Goose Chase Presented by Sandbank Shadow Factory
June 8 at 11 a.m.
All ages. Poetry springs to life through a series of interactive scenes and verses that illustrate poetic devices.
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LEGO Club for Teens
June 3 at 4 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Build LEGO projects based on a theme.
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Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
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Saturday Gaming Meetup
June 8 from 1-4 p.m.
Teens and adults are invited to play tabletop and strategy games in a friendly, inclusive environment.
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Paddison Memorial Seed Library
Check out the library’s diverse collection of seeds, from tomatoes and herbs to summer flowers.
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Everyday Improv
June 1 from 1-2:30 p.m.
Be part of an improvisational theater class and learn the joy of connecting, being present, and enjoying the playfulness that comes from creating something out of nothing.
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Keep Calm and Carry Yarn
June 3 at 6 p.m.
Be part of a social knit and crochet meetup group that welcomes all yarn enthusiasts.
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Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
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Color and Coffee
June 7 from 10 a.m.-noon
Unwind with a relaxing morning of coloring, coffee, and socializing. Coloring supplies and coffee will be provided.
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Saturday Gaming Meetup
June 8 from 1-4 p.m.
Adults and teens are invited to play tabletop and strategy games in a friendly, inclusive environment.
Children
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Preschool Storytime
June 12 at 10 a.m.
Ages 3-6. Preschoolers will develop language and pre-reading skills through stories and songs to help facilitate their growth into successful readers.
- Toddler Storytime
June 13 at 10 a.m.
Ages 2 and under. Toddlers will build language skills and discover new words while exploring letters and sounds through stories and interactive play. They’ll learn with music, picture books, rhymes, and even explore other languages.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- STEAM for Teens
June 10 at 4 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Create and explore using science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Registration is required. Email Stefanie to register.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Paddison Memorial Seed Library
Check out the library’s diverse collection of seeds, from tomatoes and herbs to summer flowers.
- Gardening for Beginners, Garden Gurus, and Everyone in Between
June 11 at 10 a.m.; June 13 at 6 p.m.
Learn how to manage a successful garden from start to finish with Master Gardener Bob LePere of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center.
- Kernersville Writers' Group
June 12 at 5 p.m.
Join local author and Library Assistant Bianca Orellana as she guides aspiring writers in crafting and promoting their writing. Email Bianca to register.
- Flower of the Month Acrylic Painting Class
June 15 at 2 p.m.
Enjoy this beginners’ painting class led by local artist Donna Calloway. The program is limited to 10 people. Call 336-703-2932 to register.
Children
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- LEGO Club for Kids
June 18 at 4 p.m.
Ages 6-11. Bring your children to build LEGO projects based on a different theme each month.
- LEGO Storytime
June 18 at 6 p.m.
Ages 2-5. Children will enjoy LEGOs, stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development while promoting a love for books and reading with family and friends. Registration required. Email Stefanie to register
- Preschool Storytime
June 19 at 10 a.m.
Ages 3-6. Preschoolers will develop language and pre-reading skills through stories and songs to help facilitate their growth into successful readers.
- Toddler Storytime
June 20 at 10 a.m.
Ages 2 and under. Toddlers will build language skills and discover new words while exploring letters and sounds through stories and interactive play. They’ll learn with music, picture books, rhymes, and even explore other languages.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Teen Writers’ Group
June 17 at 4 p.m.
Published author and Library Assistant Bianca Orellana will lead teens through writing exercises, feedback sharing, and Q and A sessions.
- Healthy Summer Cooking with Chef Floyd Davis
July 19 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Learn how to make this summer a healthy summer when Chef Floyd turns up the heat and the flavor with a delicious recipe for portobello mushroom burgers. Come hungry!
- Paddison Memorial Seed Library
Check out the library’s diverse collection of seeds, from tomatoes and herbs to summer flowers.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Community Outreach Referral
June 18 from 10 a.m.-noon
Meet with Peer Support Specialist Jose Perez and get referrals to organizations that can help with health care, shelter, food, and other basic needs.
- Spice Club Meetup
June 19 at 11:30 a.m.
Pick up a summer savory sample at the desk and bring a dish to share that features it as an ingredient. Bring a copy of the recipe or a list of ingredients so people with food sensitivities can make informed decisions.
- Blooming Pages Book Club
June 20 at 11 a.m.
Go to the Paddison Memorial Book Clubs page for additional information.
- Books & Brews Book Group
June 22 at 4 p.m.
Go to the Paddison Memorial Book Clubs page for additional information.
Children
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Preschool Storytime
June 26 at 10 a.m.
Ages 3-6. Preschoolers will develop language and pre-reading skills through stories and songs to help facilitate their growth into successful readers.
- Toddler Storytime
June 27 at 10 a.m.
Ages 2 and under. Toddlers will build language skills and discover new words while exploring letters and sounds through stories and interactive play. They’ll learn with music, picture books, rhymes, and even explore other languages. - Once Upon a Time with Bright Star Theatre
June 24 at 10 a.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.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Paddison Memorial Seed Library
Check out the library’s diverse collection of seeds, from tomatoes and herbs to summer flowers.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Voices of Change Book Club
June 28 and July 26 at 4 p.m.
Go to the Paddison Memorial Book Clubs page for additional information.
Children
There will be no Preschool or Toddler Storytimes this week. These programs will resume the week of July 8.
There will be no Preschool or Toddler Storytimes this week. These programs will resume the week of July 8.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Through July 26
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- STEAM for Tweens
July 2 at 4 p.m.
Ages 8-11. Create and explore using science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Registration is required. Email Stefanie to register.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Through July 26
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- LEGO Club for Teens
July 1 at 4 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Build LEGO projects based on a theme.
- Paddison Memorial Seed Library
Check out the library’s diverse collection of seeds, from tomatoes and herbs to summer flowers.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Through July 26
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Keep Calm and Carry Yarn
July 1 at 6 p.m.
Be part of a social knit and crochet meetup group that welcomes all yarn enthusiasts.
- Color and Coffee
July 5 from 10 a.m.-noon
Unwind with a relaxing morning of coloring, coffee, and socializing. Coloring supplies and coffee will be provided.
Children
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Storytime in the Paul J. Cierner Botanical Garden
July 9 at 10 a.m.
6 and under. Children will enjoy stories, songs, and movement among the plants and pollinators, build early literacy skills, and develop a love for books and reading with family and friends. - Preschool Storytime
July 10 at 10 a.m.
Ages 3-6. Preschoolers will develop language and pre-reading skills through stories and songs to help facilitate their growth into successful readers.
- Toddler Storytime
July 11 at 10 a.m.
Ages 2 and under. Toddlers will build language skills and discover new words while exploring letters and sounds through stories and interactive play. They’ll learn with music, picture books, rhymes, and even explore other languages.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- STEAM for Teens
July 8 at 4 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Create and explore using science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Registration is required. Email Stefanie to register.
- Saturday Gaming Meetup
July 13 from 1-4 p.m.
Teens and adults are invited to play tabletop and strategy games in a friendly, inclusive environment.
- Paddison Memorial Seed Library
Check out the library’s diverse collection of seeds, from tomatoes and herbs to summer flowers.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Gardening for Beginners, Garden Gurus, and Everyone in Between
July 9 at 10 a.m.; July 11 at 6 p.m.
Learn how to manage a successful garden from start to finish with Master Gardener Bob LePere of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center.
- Kernersville Writers' Group
July 10 at 5 p.m.
Join local author and Library Assistant Bianca Orellana as she guides aspiring writers in crafting and promoting their writing. Email Bianca for more details.
Children
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- LEGO Club for Kids
July 16 at 4 p.m.
Ages 6-11. Bring your children to build LEGO projects based on a different theme each month.
- LEGO Storytime
July 16 at 6 p.m.
Ages 2-5. Children will enjoy LEGOs, stories, songs, and movement that encourage early literacy skill development while promoting a love for books and reading with family and friends. Registration required. Email Stefanie to register.
- Preschool Storytime
July 17 at 10 a.m.
Ages 3-6. Preschoolers will develop language and pre-reading skills through stories and songs to help facilitate their growth into successful readers.
- Toddler Storytime
July 18 at 10 a.m.
Ages 2 and under. Toddlers will build language skills and discover new words while exploring letters and sounds through stories and interactive play. They’ll learn with music, picture books, rhymes, and even explore other languages.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Teen Writers’ Group
July 15 at 4 p.m.
Published author and Library Assistant Bianca Orellana will lead teens through writing exercises, feedback sharing, and Q and A sessions.
- Healthy Summer Cooking with Chef Floyd Davis
July 19 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Learn how to make this summer a healthy summer when Chef Floyd turns up the heat and the flavor with a delicious recipe for portobello mushroom burgers. Come hungry!
- Paddison Memorial Seed Library
Check out the library’s diverse collection of seeds, from tomatoes and herbs to summer flowers.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Community Outreach Referral
July 16 from 10 a.m.-noon
Meet with Peer Support Specialist Jose Perez and get referrals to organizations that can help with health care, shelter, food, and other basic needs.
- Spice Club Meetup
July 17 at 11:30 a.m.
Pick up a spice-of-the-month sample (June: summer savory; July: garam masala) at the desk and bring a dish to share at the Spice Club Meetup that features it as an ingredient. Bring a copy of the recipe or a list of ingredients so people with food sensitivities can make informed decisions.
- Healthy Summer Cooking with Chef Floyd Davis
July 19 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Learn how to make this summer a healthy summer when Chef Floyd turns up the heat and the flavor with a delicious recipe for portobello mushroom burgers. Come hungry!
- Flower of the Month Acrylic Painting Class
July 20 at 2 p.m.
Enjoy this beginners’ painting class led by local artist Donna Calloway. The program is limited to 10 people. Call 336-703-2932 to register.
Children
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Mad Science of the Triad Show
July 23 at 10 a.m.
Grades K-5. Mad Science of the Triad has been fostering a love of science, technology, engineering, and math among children for over 30 years. This high-energy, action-packed show includes exciting experiments and demonstrations. - Preschool Storytime
July 24 at 10 a.m.
Ages 3-6. Preschoolers will develop language and pre-reading skills through stories and songs to help facilitate their growth into successful readers.
- Toddler Storytime
July 25 at 10 a.m.
Ages 2 and under. Toddlers will build language skills and discover new words while exploring letters and sounds through stories and interactive play. They’ll learn with music, picture books, rhymes, and even explore other languages.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Paddison Memorial Seed Library
Check out the library’s diverse collection of seeds, from tomatoes and herbs to summer flowers.
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Throughout Summer Reading
All ages. Post stickers on the library’s map to mark where you’ve been or plan to go during summer 2024 and check out the travel book display to make the most of your future adventures.
- Blooming Pages Book Club
July 25 at 11 a.m.
Go to the Paddison Memorial Book Clubs page for additional information.
- Voices of Change Book Club
July 26 at 4 p.m.
Go to the Paddison Memorial Book Clubs page for additional information.
- Books and Brews Book Group
July 27 at 4 p.m.
Go to the Paddison Memorial Book Clubs page for additional information.
Adults
- Paddison Memorial Seed Library
Check out the library’s diverse collection of seeds, from tomatoes and herbs to summer flowers.
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Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m
Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
To-Go Service Hours
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Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m
Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Holiday Closings
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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
Email: Contact Us
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m
Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
To-Go Service Hours
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m
Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Holiday Closings
Holiday Closings
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