Special to IFN
From chair yoga to gardening tips, the Iredell County Public Library has a little something for everyone in November. The events featured below are just some of the highlights for the next month. Registration is required for programs that take place inside the library and can be done online or by contacting any ICPL branch. A full schedule of events across all Iredell branches can be found online at https://iredell.lib.nc.us/.
Adult Programs
Chair Yoga
Harmony Library, November 7 at 11 a.m.
Details: The library has partnered with Iredell Council on Aging to offer programs that focus on mental and physical wellness for seniors ages 60 and up. Perfect for all fitness levels, this gentle form of yoga allows you to perform stretches and poses while seated, making it accessible and comfortable. Register online at https://iredell-lib-nc.libcal.com/event/12980881
Author Visit: Greg W. Atkinson
Statesville Library, November 12 at 6 p.m.
Details: Join us for a book discussion with local author Greg W. Atkinson, author of “Healthcare Hell: The Irony of an Elective Surgery Gone Bad.” Register online at https://iredell-lib-nc.libcal.com/event/12981341
Local History Community Focus Group
Statesville Library, November 12 at 6 p.m.
Details: Join us for a community forum focusing on our local history & genealogy services. Help us shape the future of our library by voicing your thoughts on current services, and aspirations for the next several years. This program will take place in our local history & genealogy room. Register online at https://iredell-lib-nc.libcal.com/event/12984189
Preparing for an Early Spring Vegetable Planting
Statesville Library, November 21 at 6 p.m.
Details: Get a head start on your planting this year! Learn essential tips and tricks for selecting seeds, preparing your soil, and planning your garden layout. Learn from a Master Gardener and connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts in a friendly and informative setting. Register online at https://iredell-lib-nc.libcal.com/event/12979628
Iredell History Tellers Series: Bill Moose & Steve Hill
Statesville Library, November 25 at 6 p.m.
Details: It’s hard to talk about Iredell historians and not talk about the contributions of Bill Moose and Steve Hill. Moose’s legacy as history professor at Mitchell Community College speaks for itself and Hill’s expansive collection of Statesville history is still serving as a learning platform for the community. Register online at https://iredell-lib-nc.libcal.com/event/12934327
Children’s Programs
Dino Escape Room
Statesville, November 7 at 6 p.m.
Harmony, November 14 at 4 p.m.
Troutman, November 21 at 4:30 p.m.
Details: Journey back to the age of dinosaurs as you and your family solve puzzles, find clues, and race against the clock to escape the prehistoric world. Register online at https://iredell-lib-nc.libcal.com/calendars?cid=-1&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=-1&inc=0
Discovery Club
Statesville & Harmony, Tuesdays at 4 p.m.
Troutman, Tuesdays at 3 p.m.
Details: Children ages 6-11 are invited to explore an exciting array of STEAM programs. Join us for fun activities that allow you to not only learn something new, but also express your own creative abilities. Register online at https://iredell-lib-nc.libcal.com/event/12933016
Teen Programs
Thanksgiving Breakout Box
Statesville, November 13 at 4 p.m.
Troutman, November 14 at 4 p.m.
Details: Enjoy a fun, interactive experience where teamwork and problem-solving skills lead you through a series of Thanksgiving themed challenges. Register online at https://iredell-lib-nc.libcal.com/calendars?t=g&q=breakout%20box&cid=-1&cal=-1&inc=0