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Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Preschool Story Time:

30 minutes of longer stories, songs, and other early literacy activities that prepare preschoolers and kindergartners to read.   For ages 3 - 6 years.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

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.

Let's Get Moving : Chair-Based Exercise Class

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room B at Library
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Sign-Up Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Toddler Time

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Toddler Time:

20 minutes of shorter stories, songs, rhymes, and movement that help with toddlers' social, emotional, and language development.    For ages 18-36 months.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

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.

Toddler Time

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Toddler Time:

20 minutes of shorter stories, songs, rhymes, and movement that help with toddlers' social, emotional, and language development.    For ages 18-36 months.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

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.

t.z.layton

Flyleaf Kids Author Event: T.Z. Layton presents THE ACADEMY VI: Rise of the Scorpions

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A at Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Kids

Get ready for the World Cup! Join us and Flyleaf Books for a very special program featuring T.Z.

Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 6, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for the World Cup! Join us and Flyleaf Books for a very special program featuring T.Z.

Things to Know

Photography

We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.

Tech Help @ The Seymour Center

Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Tech Help @ The Seymour Center:

We'll be bringing our staff for Tech Help to the Seymour Center once a month. Need a hand using your smartphone? Have questions about new technology or setting up online accounts? ...

Offsite Event
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events

We'll be bringing our staff for Tech Help to the Seymour Center once a month. Need a hand using your smartphone? Have questions about new technology or setting up online accounts? Need help downloading an eBook? Unsure how to navigate social media?
Chapel Hill Public Library staff will be available to answer questions and help with your tech needs! 

Family Story Time

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Family Story Time:

30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for the whole family. For ages 2 +.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for the whole family.

For ages 2 +.

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.

Baby Time

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Baby Time:

15-20 minutes a short story or two and lots of songs and rhymes that help babies learn language. For ages 0-24 months.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

15-20 minutes a short story or two and lots of songs and rhymes that help babies learn language.

For ages 0-24 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.

Baby Time

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Baby Time:

15-20 minutes a short story or two and lots of songs and rhymes that help babies learn language. For ages 0-24 months.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

15-20 minutes a short story or two and lots of songs and rhymes that help babies learn language.

For ages 0-24 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.

A graphic showing a shovel, wheel barrow, and watering can with the words Pritchard Park Volunteer Work Day

Volunteer Workday in Pritchard Park

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Library
Program Type:
Explore More
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Grab your gloves and pitch in to improve our Pritchard Park ecosystem. We'll remove non-native and invasive species, plant native trees and perennials, and maintain natural areas in the park.

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

Grab your gloves and pitch in to improve our Pritchard Park ecosystem. We'll remove non-native and invasive species, plant native trees and perennials, and maintain natural areas in the park.

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.

hora de cuentos

Hora de cuentos

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids

¡Únete a la Sra. Yelitza para la hora del cuento en español! Niños y sus cuidadores están invitados a participar en un programa interactivo, completamente en español, que incluye libros, rimas, música y movimiento. 

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

¡Únete a la Sra. Yelitza para la hora del cuento en español! Niños y sus cuidadores están invitados a participar en un programa interactivo, completamente en español, que incluye libros, rimas, música y movimiento. 

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, 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.

Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Preschool Story Time:

30 minutes of longer stories, songs, and other early literacy activities that prepare preschoolers and kindergartners to read.   For ages 3 - 6 years.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

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.

Monthly Board Game Night

Board Game Night

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room A at Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Board Game Night:

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 economi...

Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events

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.

Toddler Time

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Toddler Time:

20 minutes of shorter stories, songs, rhymes, and movement that help with toddlers' social, emotional, and language development.    For ages 18-36 months.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

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.

Toddler Time

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Toddler Time:

20 minutes of shorter stories, songs, rhymes, and movement that help with toddlers' social, emotional, and language development.    For ages 18-36 months.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

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.

Books & Belonging

Books and Belonging

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

 B3 Coffee and Chapel Hill Public Library are excited to present: Books and Belonging!

Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

 B3 Coffee and Chapel Hill Public Library are excited to present: Books and Belonging!

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.

Internet

Chapel Hill Public Library provides free and open access to the Internet and does not use any filtering software. We also provide free WiFi on an open, unsecured network. We are not responsible for any content accessed via our computers or WiFi.

LEGO Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
After School, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Come build with us! Create your own stories through LEGO challenges and free builds. 

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: After School, STEAM
Event Details:

Come build with us! Create your own stories through LEGO challenges and free builds. 

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.

Family Story Time

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Family Story Time:

30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for the whole family. For ages 2 +.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and movement for the whole family.

For ages 2 +.

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.

Kids Graphic Novel Book Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
After School
Age Group:
Kids

Can’t stop reading graphic novels?

Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 14, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: After School
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t stop reading graphic novels?

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.

mini med school

Mini Med School

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Adults

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!

Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

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.

Baby Time

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Baby Time:

15-20 minutes a short story or two and lots of songs and rhymes that help babies learn language. For ages 0-24 months.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

15-20 minutes a short story or two and lots of songs and rhymes that help babies learn language.

For ages 0-24 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.

Baby Time

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids' Program Room at Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids
Baby Time:

15-20 minutes a short story or two and lots of songs and rhymes that help babies learn language. For ages 0-24 months.

Location: Library
Room: Kids' Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time

15-20 minutes a short story or two and lots of songs and rhymes that help babies learn language.

For ages 0-24 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.

sunday steam

Sunday STEAM

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room B at Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Sunday STEAM:

Join us for a variety of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math activities! For grades K - 5.

Sign-Up Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 17, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required

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.