Meet the Faces of the Forest
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
Upcoming events
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.
Our chess club invites kids of all skill levels for friendly, open play.
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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.
Estate Planning 101: Basics of Wills, Trusts, and Probate
Join estate planning attorney and gerontologist, Sheyna Alterovitz, for a casual, easy-to-understand introduction to estate planning.
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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.
Join us for a free, chair-based dance fitness class designed to deliver a full-body workout that is both uplifting and fun. This class is perfect for elders, people who live with disabilities, and anyone else who needs extra support.
20 minutes of shorter stories, songs, rhymes, and movement that help with toddlers' social, emotional, and language development.
For ages 18-36 months.
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.
20 minutes of shorter stories, songs, rhymes, and movement that help with toddlers' social, emotional, and language development.
For ages 18-36 months.
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.
Thinking with Philosophy with the UNC-Chapel Hill Philosophy Department
Explore life’s most pressing questions alongside students from diverse life stages and backgrounds in this Spring 2026 series offered by the Philosophy Department at UNC-Chapel Hill in partnership with Chapel Hill Pub
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.
Join us for free computer workshops and drop-in tech help with instructors from the UNC School of Information and Library Science, every Wednesday from 3-4 PM in the Tech Lab.
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.