Family Dance Party!

Bring the whole crew and get ready to move! Join us for a high-energy Family Dance Party filled with music, laughter, and plenty of room to groove. This all-ages program is the perfect way to shake out some energy, make memories, and enjoy a playful morning together. ht......More

Bring the whole crew and get ready to move! Join us for a high-energy Family Dance Party filled with music, laughter, and plenty of room to groove. This all-ages program is the perfect way to shake out some energy, make memories, and enjoy a playful morning together. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21420

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Free Art Fridays

An all-ages, drop-in art program! Enjoy an afternoon of creativity and inspiration by unleashing your inner artist with a new art project each month. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21430

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

LEGO Club

Kids and families are invited to drop in and build together at the library! Create your own designs or try our fun themed challenges. All materials are providedâjust bring your imagination and enjoy creative time as a family. Registration required. https://nc-onslowcoun......More

Kids and families are invited to drop in and build together at the library! Create your own designs or try our fun themed challenges. All materials are providedâjust bring your imagination and enjoy creative time as a family. Registration required. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21354

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Storytime with the Author: Winsome Bingham

Come learn from the author of "Welcome to Fort Goode"! All attendees will have the opportunity to meet the author, take home a text and a family reading guide to support learning at home. Registration required. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=222......More

Come learn from the author of "Welcome to Fort Goode"! All attendees will have the opportunity to meet the author, take home a text and a family reading guide to support learning at home. Registration required. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=22214

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Adult Cookbook Club

Join others who love trying new recipes and indulging in different cuisines! Each month features a different cookbook from our library collection. Stop by the library to select a recipe and bring your dish for our monthly potluck style meeting. Registration required. Si......More

Join others who love trying new recipes and indulging in different cuisines! Each month features a different cookbook from our library collection. Stop by the library to select a recipe and bring your dish for our monthly potluck style meeting. Registration required. Sign up will be made available 30 days prior to event. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21216

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Adult Creative Writing Group (Ages 18+)

If you enjoy writing, come join our Adult Creative Writing Group. Please bring your preferred writing mediums: pen/pencil & paper, tablet or laptop, etc., for freewriting, sharing ideas, and connecting with fellow writers. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar......More

If you enjoy writing, come join our Adult Creative Writing Group. Please bring your preferred writing mediums: pen/pencil & paper, tablet or laptop, etc., for freewriting, sharing ideas, and connecting with fellow writers. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21171

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Adult Gaming Group (Ages 18+)

Are you a fan of TTRPG? Magic: The Gathering? Dungeons and Dragons? Come join or start a campaign and meet fellow Role Players. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21173

Main Library (Jacksonville) - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Spring Local Author Showcase

Celebrate the rich tapestry of community voices through stories that enrich, inspire, and empower. Meet local authorsânovelists, poets, and memoiristsâas they share their craft. This inspiring afternoon invites you to explore new works, engage with the creative minds be......More

Celebrate the rich tapestry of community voices through stories that enrich, inspire, and empower. Meet local authorsânovelists, poets, and memoiristsâas they share their craft. This inspiring afternoon invites you to explore new works, engage with the creative minds behind the pages, and support the literary talent rooted in our own community. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21251

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Genealogy Meeting

Past Tense Book Club: Patriot Pirates: The Privateer War for Freedom and Fortune in the American Revolution by Robert H. Patton https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21462

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Checkmate! Chess at the Library!

Join us for an exciting chess experience at your local library! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, sharpen your skills with personalized lessons, mentoring, and friendly competition play led by Roman Williams and the Jacksonville Chess Club. https://nc-onsl......More

Join us for an exciting chess experience at your local library! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, sharpen your skills with personalized lessons, mentoring, and friendly competition play led by Roman Williams and the Jacksonville Chess Club. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21272

Main Library (Jacksonville) - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

AIM: Artist Innovation Mentorship (Grades 6â12)

OCPL is partnering with the North Carolina Museum of Art to offer the Artist Innovation Mentorship (AIM) program for middle and high school students. This spring, participants will create original artwork for the America 250 Storytelling Festival on June 13, 2026. Sign......More

OCPL is partnering with the North Carolina Museum of Art to offer the Artist Innovation Mentorship (AIM) program for middle and high school students. This spring, participants will create original artwork for the America 250 Storytelling Festival on June 13, 2026. Sign-ups will take place through art teachers at select schools. Space is limited to 15 students. All materials provided. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21422

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Monday Night Power Hour

Each week, this informal program will feature topics focusing on Onslow County Public Library's mission to serve our community by connecting patrons to helpful resources. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21232

Main Library Quiet Study Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Music and Movement (Ages 2 - 5)

Join us for a fun and energetic program of music, movement, and mindfulness! Registration required. Sign up will be available 30 days prior to event. Please only sign up one person per family. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21384

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Toddler Storytime (Ages 1 - 2)

Introduce books, reading, and language through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Come learn fun ways to help build the early literacy skills children need to become successful readers! https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21404

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)

Introduce books, reading, and language through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Come learn fun ways to help build the early literacy skills children need to become successful readers! https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21488

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

ASL at the Library

Practice your American Sign Language skills in a casual, friendly setting. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21181

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Community Tai Chi

Experience the calming benefits of Tai Chi, under the guidance of Reuben Frazier from United Martial Arts Kung Fu Academy. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21207

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Community Social Services Connection

Discover vital resources with our Community Social Services Connection! Meet with a DSS Representative at the library for personalized assistance and support that make a difference in your life. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21194

Main Library Quiet Study Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Checkmate! Chess at the Library!

Join us for an exciting chess experience at your local library! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, sharpen your skills with personalized lessons, mentoring, and friendly competition play led by Roman Williams and the Jacksonville Chess Club. https://nc-onsl......More

Join us for an exciting chess experience at your local library! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, sharpen your skills with personalized lessons, mentoring, and friendly competition play led by Roman Williams and the Jacksonville Chess Club. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21273

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

LibraryClan: A Warrior Cats Book Club (Grades 6 - 8)

Join our very own clan as we leap into the wild world of Warrior Cats! For current warriors and new apprentices alike, we will discuss different books from the series each month and partake in fun, warriors-themed activities! Registration required. Sign up will be avail......More

Join our very own clan as we leap into the wild world of Warrior Cats! For current warriors and new apprentices alike, we will discuss different books from the series each month and partake in fun, warriors-themed activities! Registration required. Sign up will be available 30 days prior to event. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21433

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Cricut Basics for Beginners (Ages 18+)

Learn the basics of using Cricut with hands-on guidance and start creating fun, personalized projects with confidence! Registration required. Sign up will be available 30 days prior to event. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21333

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Baby Storytime (Ages 0 - 1)

Introduce books, reading, and language through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Come learn fun ways to help build the early literacy skills children need to become successful readers! https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21371

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

NCWorks

At your local library, NCWorks Career Center staff will provide free job and career assistance with resumes, job searching, and career planning. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21302

Main Library (Jacksonville) - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Toddler Storytime (Ages 1 - 2)

Introduce books, reading, and language through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Come learn fun ways to help build the early literacy skills children need to become successful readers! https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21405

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 - 5)

Introduce books, reading, and language through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Come learn fun ways to help build the early literacy skills children need to become successful readers! https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21489

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Adulting 101 (Ages 13 - 18)

Join us as we discuss and explore those everyday "life skills" and "How to" situations. Teens will explore basic first aid, balancing a checkbook, changing a tire, social media etiquette, job applications, etc. Topics will change monthly. Registration required. Sign u......More

Join us as we discuss and explore those everyday "life skills" and "How to" situations. Teens will explore basic first aid, balancing a checkbook, changing a tire, social media etiquette, job applications, etc. Topics will change monthly. Registration required. Sign up will be available 30 days prior to event. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21449

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Adult Craft Night (Ages 18+)

Join us weekly for Adult Craft Night at the Library! Try a new project or bring your own. Relax, create, and connect with fellow crafters. All skill levels are welcome and supplies will be provided for the featured crafts. Registration required for featured crafts. Sig......More

Join us weekly for Adult Craft Night at the Library! Try a new project or bring your own. Relax, create, and connect with fellow crafters. All skill levels are welcome and supplies will be provided for the featured crafts. Registration required for featured crafts. Sign up will be available 30 days prior to event. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21321

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Manipulation Stations (Ages 3 - 5)

Join us for a hands-on preschool program that sparks curiosity and supports early learning through play. Kids will explore fun activity stations that boost creativity and motor skills. Registration required. Sign up will be available 30 days prior to event. https://n......More

Join us for a hands-on preschool program that sparks curiosity and supports early learning through play. Kids will explore fun activity stations that boost creativity and motor skills. Registration required. Sign up will be available 30 days prior to event. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21470

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Full STEAM Ahead Club (Grades 3 - 5)

Welcome to the Full STEAM Ahead Club! đđ¨đŹ Get ready to explore, experiment, and create! In this hands-on club for grades 1â5, we dive into the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathâaka STEAM! Each week, weâll build cool contraptions, tackl......More

Welcome to the Full STEAM Ahead Club! đđ¨đŹ Get ready to explore, experiment, and create! In this hands-on club for grades 1â5, we dive into the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathâaka STEAM! Each week, weâll build cool contraptions, tackle fun challenges, make creative art with a techy twist, and learn how the world works in awesome ways. From slime labs to spaghetti towers, circuits to marble runsâyouâll use your brain, your imagination, and your curiosity. Come invent, explore, and have a blast with us! Registration required. Registration to be made available 30 days prior to event. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21351

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

4th Annual Kite Day at Sturgeon City Park

If you love kites, join us for the 4th Annual Kite Day at Sturgeon City Park. Celebrate spring, wind, and creativity in a fun, relaxed outdoor setting. People of all ages are invited to fly colorful kites, enjoy games, snacks, and music, and get creative at our DIY kite......More

If you love kites, join us for the 4th Annual Kite Day at Sturgeon City Park. Celebrate spring, wind, and creativity in a fun, relaxed outdoor setting. People of all ages are invited to fly colorful kites, enjoy games, snacks, and music, and get creative at our DIY kite-making stations. Bring your own kite or make one on-site, then watch it soar high in the sky! Registration required. Sign up will be available 30 days prior to event. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21447

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Blackbeard Presentation by Robert Jacob (A250*)

Join award-winning author Robert Jacob as he presents Blackbeard: The True Story of the Worldâs Most Famous Pirate. This presentation provides many previously unknown facts and details about Blackbeard as well as discussion on his myths and legends surrounding his treas......More

Join award-winning author Robert Jacob as he presents Blackbeard: The True Story of the Worldâs Most Famous Pirate. This presentation provides many previously unknown facts and details about Blackbeard as well as discussion on his myths and legends surrounding his treasure. Books will be available for purchase, following Q&A. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21188

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Checkmate! Chess at the Library!

Join us for an exciting chess experience at your local library! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, sharpen your skills with personalized lessons, mentoring, and friendly competition play led by Roman Williams and the Jacksonville Chess Club. https://nc-onsl......More

Join us for an exciting chess experience at your local library! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, sharpen your skills with personalized lessons, mentoring, and friendly competition play led by Roman Williams and the Jacksonville Chess Club. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21275

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

AIM: Artist Innovation Mentorship (Grades 6â12)

OCPL is partnering with the North Carolina Museum of Art to offer the Artist Innovation Mentorship (AIM) program for middle and high school students. This spring, participants will create original artwork for the America 250 Storytelling Festival on June 13, 2026. Sign......More

OCPL is partnering with the North Carolina Museum of Art to offer the Artist Innovation Mentorship (AIM) program for middle and high school students. This spring, participants will create original artwork for the America 250 Storytelling Festival on June 13, 2026. Sign-ups will take place through art teachers at select schools. Space is limited to 15 students. All materials provided. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21423

Main Library Meeting Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540

Monday Night Power Hour

Each week, this informal program will feature topics focusing on Onslow County Public Library's mission to serve our community by connecting patrons to helpful resources. https://nc-onslowcounty.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx?EID=21233

Main Library Quiet Study Room - 58 Doris Avenue East Jacksonville NC 28540