Programs & Events Listings
The following list contains programs that matched your search, sorted by program types and date from 7/3/2009 to 10/1/2009.
Friday Fun Specials
Enjoy a variety of activities inside to keep cool.
"Watercolor Magic"
"Watercolor Magic"- Make a watercolor masterpiece using watercolor paints. Monday, July 6 and Wednesday, July 8 at 2:00 p.m.
Memory Game Creation
Help us decorate tiles for a memory game that will be used by children who visit the Spangler Library. We need some teen creativity to help make this game really unique!
Creative Crew
Summer readers between 1st and 3rd grade can show us how creative they are as we explore books and move, play and make things. This is a walk-in class that meets Tuesday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. We will admit the first 20 at the door.
Getting Crafty: Macrame
6th-12th graders are invited to learn how to make a piece of jewelry using macrame. Registration starts June 1. For more information: 704-416-6600, option # 4.
Be Creative: Popsicle Stick Make and Take Day
Create a popsicle trinket of your choice and leave with a cool treat!
Make Your Own Sound!
Create your own brand of happiness! Happy sounds means happy kids and everyone loves to make their own special instrument! For rising Kindergarten to rising 2nd grade. Info and registration: 704-416-5000 option #2. Registration begins July 2nd.
Friendship Bracelets
Make a friendship bracelet in your favorite colors. Ages 8 to 12, limited to 12 participants. Info: 704-416-6400
Hold'em: Playing Card Bags and Wallets
We'll use cards from incomplete decks and clear tape to make fashionable clutches and wallets. You'll feel like a king or queen with your new accessory! For teens 12-18 only.
Expressionists
Summer readers 4th through 6th grade can express themselves uniquely as we explore books, learn, play, and create in our own styles. This is a walk-in class that will meet Thursday afternoons. We will admit the first 20 at the door.
Fun Art 4 Kids
Learn about art concepts in this series of three programs.
July 9 - Fun with texture.
July 16 - Fun with line and shape.
July 23 - Fun with color.
Grades K-5. Registration required. Please call the Children's Desk at (704) 895-8178 to register.
Make Your Own Sound!
Create your own brand of happiness! Happy sounds means happy kids and everyone loves to make their own special instrument! For rising 3rd to rising 5th grade. Info and registration: 704-416-5000 option #2. Registration begins July 2nd.
Fiber Club
Want to learn? Want to teach? Just want some company while you work? Bring your current craft project and join other creative Charlotteans for a fun morning of knitting, quilting, cross-stitch, sewing, or whatever you're interested in. Info: (704)416-5431.
Altered Books - CANCELLED
Discover new and exciting ways to turn books into art.
Lego Club
Join other Lego fans for an afternoon of fun! All Legos will be provided. No registration necessary; open to all kids in rising K – 5th grades.
Trash Sculpture with the Nature Lady
Rising 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders will use "clean" trash to make sculptures to take home or display as they learn about the 5 R's and the importance of taking care of the world around them. Registration begins June 20, 2009; call 704-416-5800.
Be Creative and Design a Yogurt Cup Animal!
Recycling and finding new uses for old items is good for the environment and a necessity in hard times. Here, we celebrate that "make do" spirit, by recycling yogurt containers into animals!
Paint the Music
A special program to explore the world of music through painting. Tue July 14th is for children rising K-rising 2nd grade; Thurs July 16 for kids rising 3rd-5th grades. Info and registration: 704-416-5000 option #2. Registrtion begins July 10th.
GROWING Uptown Activities
Charlotte Trolley hosts free learning activities weekly at ImaginOn,
especially for ages 3-8 starting at 11:00, 12:00, and 1:00.
Stitch-In
Handicrafters are invited to attend a "Stitch-In" - bring a bag lunch and your favorite portable craft. We'll have an informal show and tell and the opportunity to meet and learn from other crafters. Offered the first and third Wednesdays of every month. Contact the Info Services Desk (704-895-0318) for more info.
Stitch-In
Bring your needlework, knitting, crocheting, or small portable craft project to our bi-monthly gathering. Stuck on a handwork project? Stitch-In is here to help!
Be Creative with Collages
Tell something about yourself through pictures.
Hip Crafts: 6R Green Zine
Have a stack of old magazines sitting in your room? Most of us do! In this program, we’ll recycle old magazine pages into one-of-a-kind bowls, earrings and pendants--your creation could make a great free gift for a lucky loved one.
Hardware Accessories
Come create some hardware bling using nuts, washers, and other metal connectors. We'll help you make a pair of earrings, a bracelet, or a key chain that is sure to be eye-catching. For teens 12-18 only.
Preschool Special: HATS! HATS! HATS!
A special adventure for young summer readers and their caregiver. Wear your favorite hat. Miss Shern will share fun stories and songs. You design your own hat to wear home. We will admit the first 20 at the door.
Stitch-In
Bring your portable craft project, such as knitting, quilting, scrapbooking, or others, to the library for the company of other crafty Charlotteans. Info: (704) 416-5431.
Impact @ 2009 Arts Exploration Workshop
DATE CHANGE! Whether you are an artist, aspiring artist, or just want to participate in a fun filled arts exploration workshop, you are invited!
Snacks provided.
Nature Prints with the Nature Lady
Print with nature objects such as feathers, mushrooms, ferns, bark, etc. Make a Japanese fish print to take home and display. This program welcomes K-2 kids. Registration begins June 20, 2009; call 704-416-5800.
"Whatever" Crafts
We'll provide a mix of supplies; you can make...whatever! No registration required. Ages 12-18.
Be Creative @ Your Library: Create a Masterpiece
Celebrate Summer Reading by making your own work of art. This event for children in grades K-5 is at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 31. No registration required. Info: (704) 416-4831.
Wind Chime Crafts
Wind Chime Crafts – Come and enjoy a fun afternoon as we make some wind chimes from recycled materials.
Tuesday, July 21st and Wednesday, July 22nd at 2:00 p.m.
Stitch-In
Join our UC evening Stitch-In sessions! We will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. Bring your portable craft: knitting, embroidery, crocheting, quilting~just to name a few~to work on while you enjoy the company of other crafters. Share tips and hints, new ideas, and patterns. Check out our collection of needlework books! Open to crafters age 12 and up. No registration required.
South County Stitch-In
A monthly gathering of the needlework kind. All are welcome to bring projects and share ideas and fun.
One of a Kind Origami
Children,5-11, can test their finger flexibility as they flip and fold paper to make amazing origami models. Space is limited,registration begins July 1, call 704-416-5200.
Digital Scrapbooking in PowerPoint
Use Microsoft PowerPoint computer software to create colorful, printable album pages. Bring your imagination and a few of your own digital photographs. Call 704-416-6000, option 4 to register.
American Girl: Little Sisters Club
Join us as we embark on a historical adventure and explore the lives of Felicity, Samantha and everyone else! Kids will be introduced to the characters and we'll complete a craft project straight from an American Girl adventure. No registration necessary; open to all kids in rising K - rising 2nd grades only.
Calligraphy Creations
Calligraphy Creations – Come and learn about the art of Calligraphy and create your own artistic writing style.
Monday, July 27th and Tuesday, July 28th at 2:00 p.m.
American Girl: Big Sisters Club
Join us as we embark on a historical adventure and explore the lives of Felicity, Samantha and everyone else! Kids will be introduced to the characters and we'll complete a craft project straight from an American Girl adventure. No registration necessary; open to all kids in rising 3rd - rising 5th grades only.
Zinger’s Slumber Club
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal and join us for an evening filled with stories, music and a craft!
Be Creative in Tubular Land
Create your own town using tubes and things of all sizes. Learn about community and neighborhood recycling!
Box Up Your Summer Memories
Paint and decorate a box for storing those great summer memories.
Hip Crafts: Message Boards
Make a bulletin board for your wall or locker that will hold special messages, notes, and even photographs.
Jewelry-Making
Design and create jewelry and other assorted accessories. Supplies will be provided. Registration reqiured. For more information call: 704-416-3000.
NCO Origami Club
Learn the ancient art of paperfolding. For children in grades 2-5. All materials supplied. Registration required:(704) 416-6000.
Creative Clothing: Fashion Design 2009 Competition
Interested in fashion? Try your hand at designing an original outfit out of recycled materials. Teams of 1-4 will compete to win the Creative Clothing trophy and have their design displayed in the Loft for the month of August. Registration is required. Please call the Loft at 704-416-4660, or stop by to register.
Altered Tees: Bleach Effects
Come refashion a plain t-shirt into a piece of wearable art. Bleach is a cheap, easy way to make fashion happen. BRING YOUR OWN T-SHIRT: the darker the color, the more obvious the bleach effect. Make sure you prewash your tee.
Creative Clothing: Fashion Design 2009 Competition
Interested in fashion? Try your hand at designing an original outfit out of recycled materials. Teams of 1-4 will compete to win the Creative Clothing trophy and have their design displayed in the Loft for the month of August. Registration is required. Please call the Loft at 704-416-4660, or stop by to register.
Basic Drawing I
Learn the basic fundamentals of drawing with books.
Getting Crafty: Toolbox Jewelry
6th-12th graders, learn how to make jewelry from supplies you find in your toolbox and your hardware store. Registration starts June 1. For more information, call 704-416-6600, option #4.
Teen Anime Club Special Event: Naruto!
Join us for the last Anime Club of the summer and celebrate Naruto! Join other anime and manga fans to do a special Naruto craft and taste Japanese fare.
Basic Drawing II
Learn the basic fundamentals of drawing with books.
Be Creative
Creative Your Own Piece of Art through poetry.
Frame-It
Decorate a wooden photo frame using a variety of techniques, including painting, beading, and decoupaging. Bring a picture of your summer vacation to add to your "jazzy" frame. Registration required. For more information call: 704-416-3000.
DIY Day
Let's get crafty! Stop by the Loft and enjoy making Do-It-Yourself crafts that are sure to bedazzle your interest. For teens 12-18 only.
Let's Make Flower Bouquet.
Lets make beautiful flowers and give to a special someone.
Spanish Conversation Club
Every Friday join others who are beginning to speak Spanish for an hour of conversation! All skill levels welcome.
Wordplay Monday
Calling all readers and writers! Join us in the Loft as we bring stories to life through wordplay games and activities. For teens 12-18 only.
Read This: a book club for grades 4-6
This month we will discuss Hoot by Carl Hiaasen.
Summer Reading Club
Kids grades K-5th are welcome to join our summer reading club just for you.We will be meeting the writings of Shakespeare and the paintings of Monet and Renoir and many others and how we interpret their works Plaza Midwood style!!!!
After Lunch Bunch Bookclub
This month the book club will be discussing The 19th Wife by David Ebershoff. Call 704-416-6200 for more information.
Get tickets now for An Evening with Dorothea Benton Frank
Dorothea Benton Frank is the author of Return to Sullivan’s Island. Your $25 ticket also includes a copy of the book and a chance to win an overnight stay in historic Charleston. For tickets, call (704) 973-2828 (Children’s Theatre Box Office) or order online. Co-presented by Park Road Books.
Rea Road Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier. Led by a South County staff member.
Star Was Camp-Second Session
Make your own paper-ariplane spaceship and then hear John Austin, Discovery Place volunteer, talk about the science of space travel.
BOYS ONLY! Must be between 8-12 years old. Call 704-973-2720 to register.
Mystery Readers Book Club
This is "select your own title month." Be prepared to present and discuss a title of your choice. Facilitated by a South County staff member.
Far Horizons Book Club
A discussion of contemporary books of biographies, travel, current events, history and natural world. Call to sign-up(704-416-5000, opt. 4). Seating limited.
July 10: "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Kidder
August 7: "The Lost City of Z" by Grann
Bow Wow Books
Come read one of your favorite stories to one of our wonderful therapy dogs. Register for a 15-minute appointment between 10:00 am and 12 noon. Registration begins June 20, 2009; call 704-416-5800.
Charlotte Writers
Join other Charlotte area writers for open-format discussions and constructive criticism. Aspiring writers can visit meetup.com/charlottewriters to learn more about this group and share their work. Please register in advance on the website.
Men and Boys
Join this informal gathering of men of all ages as we discuss things that matter and share good books and much more. Please register in advance for these sessions.
Business Book Discussion
Join others in this monthly discussion of the latest business topics. Whether you are searching for a job, following the market or just want to talk about the latest trends, please drop in. Bring your lunch if you like, drinks are provided.
Harry Potter Party
Get ready for the "Half-Blood Prince" movie with some Harry Potter trivia and a screening of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix." Registration required: 704-416-5000, ext. 4.
UNIVERSE-city Readers
The UNIVERSE-city Readers meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. to discuss science fiction and fantasy fiction.
Lifelong Learners Book Club
The Lifelong Learners Book Club meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. to discuss recent non-fiction of general interest.
Far Horizons Book Club
A discussion of contemporary books of biographies, travel, current events, history and natural world. Call to sign-up(704-416-5000, opt. 4). Seating limited.
July 15: "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Kidder
August 19: "The Lost City of Z" by Grann
BC Book Club
Looking for a book club group? Join us at Belmont Center Library for a lively discussion of popular fiction titles.
Tolkien Week: "Beyond the Movie: The Fellowship of the Ring"
Learn the fact behind the fiction with National Geographic's documentary Beyond the Movie: The Fellowship of the Ring. Registration required: 704-416-5000, ext. 4.
New Frontiers Book Club
New Frontiers is a science fiction, fantasy, and graphic novel book club that meets at North County Regional Library. This month, we will read Seventh Son by Orson Scott Card.
Tolkien Week: Lord of the Rings Movie Marathon
Celebrate the 55th anniversary of The Lord of the Rings with a back-to-back screening of all three Lord of the Rings films, plus a trivia contest. Costumes welcome! Registration suggested: 704-416-5000, ext. 4.
Daylily Book Club
Meets the third Monday of the month. This month we'll discuss Stones from the River by Ursula Hegi. All adults are welcome.
Summer Reading Club
Reading just for kids--ages 6 to 12. Stay tuned for more details about special guests.
New Book Club
Meet and discuss Addition, by Toni Jordan. This book club meets on the third Tuesday of every month at the Morrison Regional Library. Info: (704)416-5431.
Kwabena Book Club
This month the book club will be reading Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts. Come join us for an enriching book discussion with refreshments.
Tuesday Talkers Book Club
The Tuesday Talkers Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
Murder By the Book
This month we'll discuss Rumpole Misbehaves, by John Mortimer. Murder by the Book is a book club for mystery lovers and meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 12:15. Info: (704)416-5431.
Ebony Readers of University City
The Ebony Readers of University City meet the 4th Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. to discuss fiction and non-fiction titles of African-American interest.
Mecktales for Older Adults
Active older adults are invited to a hear tale and get involved with books.
Wandering Book Club
Meet and discuss Interpreter of Maladies, by Jhumpa Lahiri. This book club meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at the Morrison Regional Library. Info: (704)416-5431.
Mountain Island Lake Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Independence of Miss Mary Bennet by Colleen McCullough. Led by a library staff member.
Write On!
Like to write, but need some inspiration? Hate to write, but want to prove you can do it well anyway? Try your hand at flash fiction, writing in the round, 6-word memoirs, or your very own Post Secret. This ain’t your mama’s writing workshop.
Teen Writers Night
Do you have a creative spark? Want to put your thoughts and ideas down on paper with other teens? Join our ongoing group.
Bow Wow Books
Come read one of your favorite stories to one of our wonderful therapy dogs. Register for a 15-minute appointment between 10:00 am and 12 noon. registration begins June 20, 2009; call 704-416-5800.
Who-Done-It Readers
This book club for mystery enthusiasts meets the 4th Saturday of each month.
Follow the Equator with Mark Twain: South Africa
Mark Twain's tour along the equator ends in South Africa. Join us as we explore his last port of call with photos, books, food, and more! Registration required 704-416-5431.
LOL-Literature Out Loud!
Calling all teens! Do you love to read? Love talking about the latest books you've read? Come meet enthusiastic teens just like you the last Tuesday of each month.
Reading Express
Read a book and find out more in the Reading Express! Contact us at (704) 416-6031 for book titles. School-age, grades K-3. Registration required: (704) 416-6031.
Star Wars Camp grand Finale
For those who've attended the Star Wars camps at Mathews and Imaginon. We'll have Nancy Northcott, English professor at UNCC talk about Luke Skywalker as the Epic Hero, have some activities, and watch The Clone Wars. BOYS ONLY! Ages 8-12 years old.
City of Ember Book Club, Third Meeting
Join us for activities and discussion of The Prophet of Yonwood, the third book in the City of Ember series. BOYS ONLY! Must be between 9-12 years old. Call 704-973-2720 to register.
Read This: a book club for grades 4-6
This month we will discuss Kidnappers by Willo Davis Roberts.
Senior Book Club
Featured book: Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl.
We are observing the 65th anniversary of the last entry in Anne Fank's diary.
After Lunch Bunch Bookclub
This month the book club will be discussing American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House by Jon Meacham. Call 704-416-6200 for more information.
Rea Road Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Independence of Miss Mary Bennet by Colleen McCullough. Led by a South County staff member.
Mystery Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Findings by Mary Anna Evans. Led by a South County staff member.
Daylily Book Club
Meets the third Monday of the month. This month we'll discuss Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. All adults are welcome.
New Book Club
Meet and discuss The Piano Teacher, by Janice Lee. This book club meets on the third Tuesday of every month at the Morrison Regional Library. Info: (704)416-5431.
Kwabena Book Club
This month the book club will be reading Slavery by Another Name by Douglas Blackmon. Come join us for an enriching book discussion with refreshments.
Wednesday Warriors: Summer Edition!
Join our book club for rising 5th-8th grade readers! For August we're reading White Fang by Jack London, then watching the movie based on the book. Registration required, call 704-416-5000 ext. 4.
New Frontiers Book Club
New Frontiers is a science fiction, fantasy, and graphic novel book club that meets at North County Regional Library. This month, we will read Halting State by Charles Stross.
Follow the Equator with Mark Twain: Hawaii
Mark Twain spent 1895 and 1896 travelling the globe by steamship, chronicling his adventures in Following the Equator. Escape winter’s cold as we travel to Twain’s first port of call, Hawaii, and explore this paradise with food, photos, books and more! Registration Required: (704) 416-5431
Murder By the Book
This month we'll discuss The Bordeaux Betrayal, by Ellen Crosby. Murder by the Book is a book club for mystery lovers and meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 12:15. Info: (704)416-5431.
Wandering Book Club
Meet and discuss The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, by Junot Diaz. This book club meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at the Morrison Regional Library. Info: (704)416-5431.
Mountain Island Lake Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister. Led by a library staff member.
Rea Road Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister. Led by a South County staff member.
Mystery Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Body in the Record Room: a Mystery by Joe Barone. Led by a South County staff member.
Evening Edition Bookclub
The Evening Edition Bookclub meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:00pm. We read and discuss a variety of Fiction and Non-Fiction titles. Please call 704-416-5200 for the current title.
New Book Club
Meet and discuss A Person of Interest, by Susan Choi. This book club meets on the third Tuesday of every month at the Morrison Regional Library. Info: (704)416-5431.
Murder By the Book
This month we'll discuss The Gatehouse, by Nelson DeMille. Murder by the Book is a book club for mystery lovers and meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 12:15. Info: (704)416-5431.
Wandering Book Club
Meet and discuss the Jewel Trader, by Anita Shreve. This book club meets on the third Tuesday of every month at the Morrison Regional Library.
Mountain Island Lake Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Help by Kathryn Stockett. Led by a library staff member.
Finances and Other Things Girls Should Know
First Purse, Inc. along with the library present this program to educate girls 8-10 years old on how to be financially literate, invest in their communities and be independent.
All About Your Money
How to make and save money and how to manage your money.
University City Coupon Clippers Club
Save money through clipping coupons. Come and bring your own coupons to clip and swap as well as learn and share money saving tips. Newcomers and experts are welcome!
SCORE counseling
SCORE® provides free Individual Counseling Sessions to
Business Start-Ups and Entrepreneurs at the Main Library every Tuesday and the 2nd/4th Mondays of the month from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Appointments are recommended. Please contact the Charlotte SCORE® at 704-344-6576 or charlottescore47@carolina.rr.com for an appointment.
Business Book Discussion
Join others in this monthly discussion of the latest business topics. Whether you are searching for a job, following the market or just want to talk about the latest trends, please drop in. Bring your lunch if you like, drinks are provided. | 
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