Programs in Numbers

Saturday Serenity Guided Meditation occurring on the last Saturday of the month from 3:00-4:00pm at the Main Library in Hillsborough, located at 137 West Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278. Registration is preferred.

Unwind with breathing exercises and guided meditation to rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul. This holistic session, brought to you by The North American Institute of Vihangam Yoga, is designed to guide you through:

Breathing Exercises to calm the mind, reduce stress, and boost energy;
Chanting to cultivate focus and harmony; and
Meditation to connect with your inner self and awaken your spiritual potential.

Join us as we begin a new cycle of seasons by embarking on a journey of self-discovery, peace, and enlightenment.

Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up | First and third Fridays of the month from 9am to 10:30am and Second Fridays from 1-3pm at Main Library located at 137 West Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278.

Do you knit, crochet, or do other fiber work? Bring your project and join us at Main Library in Hillsborough for a Friendly Fiber Fridays. This is a fun meet up for fibercrafty folks with space for you to spread out, work, and chat with other crafters. The library has yarn available for anyone to take if they like, and patterns are available in the fibercraft section of adult nonfiction (in the 746s). Feel free to bring your morning coffee and snacks along.

This is an Artember program celebrating and displaying community-made art all September long at Main Library in Hillsborough. Click here to view all Artember events and register.

Join us for Yoga Storytime to foster a healthy mind, body, and heart! We will explore yoga through stories, songs, and play. Come move and groove from silly to calm. This program is designed for children ages 4-5, with a caregiver. Siblings are encouraged to join in the fun, too!

Join our Graphic Novel Book Club for kids in grades 3–5! Readers get to choose their own graphic novel to explore, then come together to share what they read, talk about favorite characters and moments, and discover new books from friends, all while eating yummy snacks. It’s a fun, low-pressure way to build reading confidence and connect with other book lovers! Registration is recommended.

Join us at The Drakeford Library Complex for storytime and playtime!

Starting at 10:30am, Southern Branch librarians will lead a 25 minute program with stories, songs, and movement for toddlers-preschoolers and their caregivers!

From 11am-12pm, continue the fun with Carrboro Rec and Park's playtime with lots of provided toys!

These events are free and require no registration.

Children must be supervised by their adult caretakers at all times.

Location: Various rooms on first floor of the Drakeford Library Complex--information desks can direct you!

Learn computer basics and earn a computer!

Thanks to grant funding from NCDIT, we’ll be able to give away a laptop computer to each patron who attend all four sessions. Classes will include basic computer and internet lessons.

Some of what we will discuss:

Computer basics

Digital Identity

Digital Well-being (including internet safety and scam awareness)

Using Email

Digital Relationships

Digital Safety

Using the internet to access important real life information (banking, medical records, etc)

Social Media

Computers are provided for the class! You do not need to bring your own.

If you need transportation to participate in this program, call Orange County Public Transportation at (919) 245-2008 at least 48 hours before to book a Demand Response ride. There is no fee associated with this service.

You must attend all four sessions to receive a computer. If you are going to have a conflict with one of these sessions, please contact Andrew, the instructor (contact info is in the sidebar).

This class can accommodate 10 students. The instructor will alert people on the waitlist when the class is offered again in the future. Please do not sign up for this class if you have already taken it.

The sessions are Thursdays at 1pm:
August 6
August 13
August 20
August 27

Join us to create your own unique tie-dye tote bag. Experiment with different patterns and designs while making a reusable bag that's perfect for carrying books, supplies, or everyday treasures. All materials provided.

This program is designed for kids in grades 3–5. Registration Required.

Meeting of members/rehearsal

Join the Orange County Public Library for Get Carded: Trivia Nights, a fun and engaging evening of trivia held at The Rookery in downtown Hillsborough. Show off your knowledge, compete for bragging rights, and connect with fellow trivia lovers—all while enjoying a lively atmosphere and local brews.

When: Wednesdays at 7:00 PM
Where: The Rookery, 115 W Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC 27278 (right beside the Main Library in Hillsborough!)
Audience: Adults only

No registration required. Come early to grab a seat and a drink!

Children from walkers to age 5 and their caregivers are invited to participate in a 25-minute interactive program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and movement. A 30-minute Stay-and-Play follows Storytime. Registration is not required.

Join us in the kid's area of the Southern Branch Library

For a 15-20 minute early literacy program for babies with stories, rhymes, bounces, and songs! For newborns up to walkers with their caregivers and siblings.

Location is inside the Southern Branch Library on the first floor of the Drakeford Library Complex in Carrboro, NC.

Calling all curious kids! The Curiosity Crew is a program where Kindergarten–2nd graders can build, create, and discover through fun projects in art, science, and beyond. This week, anything can happen in this messy art adventure! Kids will try out surprising materials and creative techniques to make imaginative artwork. Dress for mess and come ready to explore!

Children may participate in this program independently or with their caregivers. Caregivers must remain inside the library for the duration of the program.

Join us in-person on the 4th Tuesday of the month at the Southern Branch Library in Carrboro for an engaging discussion on a great selection of books. We welcome everybody to come talk with us, even if you didn't finish the whole thing! Register for book club below or in person at either of our Orange County Public Library branch locations.

Our August selection is This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub. Book club copies can be checked out starting the night of the July book club until we run out. Click here or go to each date to see the other books for the year, though September and October have not been purchased yet and are subject to change.

Join us for an afternoon of sewing. Bring your sewing machine and your current project. Or use our space to spread out for cutting patterns or to enjoy the company of other sewists while you catch up on some hand-stitching. While it's not a class, this is an opportunity for folks to work on projects together and learn from each other.

Dance the morning away to our favorite songs and enjoy instructor-led movement activities to really get the wiggles out! For ages 2 - 5, with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome. No registration required.

Calling all puzzle heads, puzzle swappers, beach-trip puzzlers, and confirmed owners of folding card tables! Join us for a speed puzzling competition at the Main Library in Hillsborough.

Teams of up to four competitors will race to complete puzzles in two timed rounds. Register with your own team or sign up individually and we'll help you join a team.

This event is open to teens and adults.

Registration is recommended to guarantee a spot in the tournament.

You may register as an individual or register your entire team. If one person is registering on behalf of a team, please register each player. (Maximum of 4 people per team.)

Tournament Format

Round 1: 8 teams • 55 minutes
The top 4 teams advance.

Championship Round: 4 teams • 90 minutes
The fastest team wins!

Page Turners Book Club takes place on the 3rd Friday of each month from 10-11am at the Seymour Center located at 2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27516. The book club is free, open to the public, and no registration is required. Call Maureen at 919.245.2535 or email msocha@orangecountync.gov with questions.

For reading selections and more information, visit the library's book club page.

Join us for Yoga Storytime to foster a healthy mind, body, and heart! We will explore yoga through stories, songs, and play. Come move and groove from silly to calm. This program is designed for children ages 4-5, with a caregiver. Siblings are encouraged to join in the fun, too!

Join us at The Drakeford Library Complex for storytime and playtime!

Starting at 10:30am, Southern Branch librarians will lead a 25 minute program with stories, songs, and movement for toddlers-preschoolers and their caregivers!

From 11am-12pm, continue the fun with Carrboro Rec and Park's playtime with lots of provided toys!

These events are free and require no registration.

Children must be supervised by their adult caretakers at all times.

Location: Various rooms on first floor of the Drakeford Library Complex--information desks can direct you!

Learn computer basics and earn a computer!

Thanks to grant funding from NCDIT, we’ll be able to give away a laptop computer to each patron who attend all four sessions. Classes will include basic computer and internet lessons.

Some of what we will discuss:

Computer basics

Digital Identity

Digital Well-being (including internet safety and scam awareness)

Using Email

Digital Relationships

Digital Safety

Using the internet to access important real life information (banking, medical records, etc)

Social Media

Computers are provided for the class! You do not need to bring your own.

If you need transportation to participate in this program, call Orange County Public Transportation at (919) 245-2008 at least 48 hours before to book a Demand Response ride. There is no fee associated with this service.

You must attend all four sessions to receive a computer. If you are going to have a conflict with one of these sessions, please contact Andrew, the instructor (contact info is in the sidebar).

This class can accommodate 10 students. The instructor will alert people on the waitlist when the class is offered again in the future. Please do not sign up for this class if you have already taken it.

The sessions are Thursdays at 1pm:
August 6
August 13
August 20
August 27

Make a colorful macramé coaster while learning simple knotting techniques. A fun, hands-on fiber art project to take home.

This program is designed for children in grades 3 to 5 and registration is not required.

Join us for special readings with the Hillsborough Police Department!

Once a month, local police officers will visit the Main Library in downtown Hillsborough to share some of their favorite children’s stories. Families can choose the 30-minute session that works best for their schedule. Sessions are offered from 3:30–4:00 or 4:00–4:30 PM, and each session includes a limited number of children for a small, cozy storytime experience. Please check in at the children's desk when you arrive.

After the stories, children will have a chance to ask questions and learn what it’s like to be a police officer in our community. It’s a great way to enjoy books, meet local helpers, and have a fun, interactive library experience!

Registration for this program is preferred. Please register each child who will attend.

Parents are welcome to join in the storytime or remain close by during the program.

Join us for special readings with the Hillsborough Police Department!

Once a month, local police officers will visit the Main Library in downtown Hillsborough to share some of their favorite children’s stories. Families can choose the 30-minute session that works best for their schedule. Sessions are offered from 3:30–4:00 or 4:00–4:30 PM, and each session includes up to six children for a small, cozy storytime experience. Please check in at the children's desk when you arrive.

After the stories, children will have a chance to ask questions and learn what it’s like to be a police officer in our community. It’s a great way to enjoy books, meet local helpers, and have a fun, interactive library experience!

Registration for this program is preferred. Please register each child who will attend.

Parents are welcome to join in the storytime or remain close by during the program.

Relax with quiet reading and chill ambience in good company.

Chat about your books, if you want, in the last half hour (or just keep reading!)

Registration is not required, and you can come and go whenever between 5 and 7. If you'd like to be emailed a reminder of the date/time, feel free to register.

Sparkling water provided, while supplies last.