Wilson County Public Library will offer a variety of free programs for the community this December at the Main Library and Branches.
Founded in 1939, the Wilson County Public Library engages the community and enhances the minds of all ages with programs, lectures, classes, and entertainment. Main Library hours are 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. Branch hours vary. All locations are closed on Sundays.
For more information, call 252-237-5355 or visit www.wilsoncountypubliclibrary.org.
Main Library
Children’s Programs
For more information, contact Youth Services at 252-237-5355, press option 4.
Lapsit: Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19; Thursdays, December 6, 20, 27; 9:30 a.m. Ages 0-2.
Preschool storytime: Wednesdays, December 5, 12, 19; Thursdays, December 6, 20, 27; 10:00 a.m.
Family storytimes: Saturdays, December 1, 8, 15, 29; 3:00 p.m.
Main Library Children’s Room. No registration required.
Youth STEAM Programs
For more information, contact Youth Services at 252-237-5355, press option 4.
Perler Bead Ornaments*
Youth Services
Tuesday, December 4, 7:00 p.m.
Create holiday ornaments using Perler Beads. Ages 4 and up. No registration required.
A Wish to be a Christmas Tree: Keva Plank Program*
Youth Services
Tuesday, December 11, 7:00 p.m.
We will read A Wish to be a Christmas Tree by Colleen Monroe, followed by a KEVA Plank challenge. Ages 4 and up. No registration required.
Lego Club*
Youth Services
Tuesday, December 18, 7:00 p.m.
Come ready to be creative and build. This is a recurring monthly program. Ages 4 and up.
No registration required.
Teen Programs
For more information, contact Scott Houston, Teen Librarian, at 252-237-5355 ext. 5073 or shouston@wilson-co.com.
WCPL Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Special Session: Teen Focus Group
Thursday, December 6, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Main Library Assembly Room
Wilson County teens are invited to discuss the future of library programs and services. Participate in a fun focus group with refreshments and door prizes! No registration required.
Gift of Music*
Tuesday, December 18, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Main Library Assembly Room
Join us for a special holiday themed musical performance from the Toisnot Middle School Band. All ages invited. No registration required.
Adult Programs
A Downtown Christmas
Saturday, December 1, 3:00 p.m.
Main Library
It’s A Downtown Christmas in partnership with Historic Downtown Wilson! As part of the all-day activities, stop by the library for a musical singalong, then make a Christmas craft to take home. All ages. No registration required.
For a full schedule of all Downtown Christmas events, visit https://www.historicdowntownwilson.com/downtown-christmas.
How to Write a Business Plan
Monday, December 3, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Main Library Assembly Room
Learn how to turn your ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success. The components of a business plan, including marketing, operations, and finance will be discussed. This seminar is designed for new and established business owners. Presented in partnership with the Small Business Center at Wilson Community College. Registration required. Please visit https://bit.ly/2PV1Q7f or call (252) 246-1209 to register.
Intro to InstaPot
Wednesday, December 19, 2:00 p.m.
Main Library Assembly Room
InstaPot– everyone’s talking about them, but what’s the best way to fit them into your cooking routine? Join Cassidy Hobbs, NC State Extension Agent, as she takes us through the basics of InstaPot cooking and whips up a sample recipe.
Ages 18 and up. Registration required as space is limited. Call 252-237-5355 to register.
Family Holiday Movies
Thursday, December 27 and Friday, December 28, 11:00 a.m.
Main Library Assembly Room
Stretch the holiday fun a little longer with our family holiday movies! Bring the kids and enjoy free refreshments while watching a PG-rated film. No registration required. Due to limited space, large groups should contact Genevieve Baillie at 252-237-5355 before attending.
Programs Held at Branches:
Black Creek
The Black Creek Branch is located at 103 Central Avenue in Black Creek. For more information, call 252-237-3715.
Storytime: Thursdays, December 6 and 20, 4:00 p.m. All ages.
No registration required.
East
The East Branch is located at 6000-C Ward Blvd in Wilson. For more information, call 252-237-2627.
Storytime: Wednesday, December 12, 4:00 p.m.
No registration required.
Elm City
The Elm City Branch is located at located at 114 N Railroad Street in Elm City. For more information, call 252-237-4269.
Preschool Storytime:
Tuesday, December 11, 10:00 a.m.
No registration required.
Book Chat
Tuesday, December 11, 4:00 p.m.
Discuss a book that you have read on the topic of happiness. No registration required.
Teen Program:
Christmas Craft*
Thursday, December 20, 4:00 p.m.
No registration required.
Lucama
The Lucama Branch is located at 103 E Spring Street in Lucama. For more information, call 252-239-0046.
Cookie Social
Thursday, December 20, 4:00 p.m.
We welcome to the public to decorate cookies and enjoy festive stories.
All ages. No registration required.
Stantonsburg
The Stantonsburg Branch is located at 114 S Main Street in Stantonsburg. For more information, call 252-238-3758.
Book Chat: Thursday, December 6, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
No registration required.
Bookmobile
For more information, call 252-237-5355.
Tuesday, 12/4: Saratoga 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 12/5: Rock Ridge 3:00-4:00 p.m. and Sims 4:15-5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, 12/18: Saratoga 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 12/19: Rock Ridge 3:00-4:00 p.m. and Sims 4:15-5:00 p.m.
*Program funded by a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Grant awarded to Wilson County Public Library for the creation of a CrAFT Studio—Creativity, Art, Fabrication, and Technology lab. The CrAFT Studio will combine the MakerSpace movement with STEAM subjects through robotics, coding, crafts, electronics, and more.