Let's celebrate Black History Month
Black History Month is here! Let's honor Black history-makers in Chapel Hill and across the state, celebrate the work of Black authors and artists, and explore Chapel Hill's civil rights history.
Winter weather updates: Library closed Jan. 30 & Feb. 1
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Upcoming events
Join us in Pritchard Park for a series of guided family nature walks, led by ecoEXPLORE Education Specialist Adam Prince.
What to expect: A leisurely walk over paved and natural trails with stops along the way to explore the plants and animals of Pritchard Park.
For kids in grades K-8. Registration required.
Spring means leaves! Join this nature walk to learn some basic tree ID using leaves, bark, and flowers!
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Supervision
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Ballet and Books is a national, non-profit organization striving to reduce the literacy gap through the hybrid storytelling of dance and reading. The program is once a week for 8 weeks.
Join us for a variety of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math activities!
For grades K - 5.
Things to Know
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Food Allergy
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Calling all curious learners! Homeschool students in grades K–5 will explore new topics with expert guests through fun, hands-on, and interactive presentations that make learning exciting.
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Food Allergy
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Our chess club invites kids of all skill levels for friendly, open play.
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
30 minutes of longer stories, songs, and other early literacy activities that prepare preschoolers and kindergartners to read.
For ages 3 - 6 years.
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Do you love Heartstopper? Are there other LGBTQIA+ graphic novels you love, and want to discuss? Join CHPL librarians in a monthly graphic novel book club for teens that centers queer stories and voices. Each month we'll have a group of graphic novels to choose from. Read one (or more) and join us for an evening of chatting, fun, and snacks!
For teens and tweens in grades 6-12.
Lights, camera, panels! 🎬✨ This month, Queer Comics Club is diving into stories that leap from screen to page (and back again).
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Food Allergy
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Ever wondered how doctors think about diseases, current therapies and groundbreaking research? Welcome to Mini Med School brought to you by the UNC MD-PhD program!
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Want fun times, intellectual stimulation, and good company? Join us for board game night (for adults!).
From magic slinging & sword swinging to political intrigue to economic rivalry, there's a game out there for everyone.
We'll have games like: Welcome To, Sushi Go, Cheaty Mages, Tsuro, Citadels, Love Letter, Clank!, Inis, Magic the Gathering, and many more.
- Bring your own game and teach the group, or play one of ours!
- No previous board game experience needed
Things to Know
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photography
We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.
Online newspapers & magazines
Consumer Reports
Reviews and recommendations for cars, appliances, electronics, personal finance, and health information.
New York Times
Includes domestic, national, and international news, and publishes opinion pieces, investigative reports, and reviews
The Washington Post
Daily newspaper with a focus on national politics and coverage of the D.C. metropolitan area.