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Baby Open Play

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kids' Program Room at Library
Age Group:
Kids

Drop in to play and meet some new friends! 

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

Drop in to play and meet some new friends! 

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.

Puppet Play: Mushroom in the Rain

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room A at Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a charming puppet play presented by teachers from Emerson Waldorf School.

Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 31, 2026 @ 10:15am.
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a charming puppet play presented by teachers from Emerson Waldorf School.

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.

Black History Hall of Fame

Bright Star Theatre: Black History Hall of Fame

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B at Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Kids

So many amazing people and so little time to meet them all!

Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 7, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

So many amazing people and so little time to meet them all!

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.

homeschool hangout

Homeschool Hangout

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A at Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all homeschool families! Join us for a Homeschool Hangout at Chapel Hill Public Library—connect with other families, explore library resources, and enjoy games and crafts for kids.

Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 9, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all homeschool families! Join us for a Homeschool Hangout at Chapel Hill Public Library—connect with other families, explore library resources, and enjoy games and crafts for kids.

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.

bird watch

Bird Watch

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Terrace at Library
Program Type:
Explore More
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Grab your binoculars (or use ours) and join us on the library terrace to contribute to science at Bird Watch.

Location: Library
Room: Terrace
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Explore More
Event Details:

Grab your binoculars (or use ours) and join us on the library terrace to contribute to science at Bird Watch.

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.

homeschool hangout

Homeschool Hangout: Ask an Expert

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A at Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Kids

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.

Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 9, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

bird watch

Bird Watch

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Terrace at Library
Program Type:
Explore More
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Grab your binoculars (or use ours) and join us on the library terrace to contribute to science at Bird Watch.

Location: Library
Room: Terrace
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Explore More
Event Details:

Grab your binoculars (or use ours) and join us on the library terrace to contribute to science at Bird Watch.

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.

Easter

All Day
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1
Closing
Branches:
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1
bird watch

Bird Watch

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Terrace at Library
Program Type:
Explore More
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Grab your binoculars (or use ours) and join us on the library terrace to contribute to science at Bird Watch.

Location: Library
Room: Terrace
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Explore More
Event Details:

Grab your binoculars (or use ours) and join us on the library terrace to contribute to science at Bird Watch.

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.

homeschool hangout

Homeschool Hangout

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room B at Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all homeschool families! Join us for a Homeschool Hangout at Chapel Hill Public Library—connect with other families, explore library resources, and enjoy games and crafts for kids.

Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 13, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all homeschool families! Join us for a Homeschool Hangout at Chapel Hill Public Library—connect with other families, explore library resources, and enjoy games and crafts for kids.

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.

homeschool hangout

Homeschool Hangout: Ask an Expert

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A at Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Kids

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.

Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 11, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Memorial Day

All Day
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1
Closing
Branches:
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1

Juneteenth

All Day
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1
Closing
Branches:
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1

Independence Day

All Day
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1
Closing
Branches:
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1

Labor Day

All Day
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1
Closing
Branches:
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/26 - 11/27
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1
Closing
Branches:
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1

Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1
Closing
Branches:
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1