All Rowan Public Library branches will be closed on Monday, December 10th, 2018.

All Rowan Public Library branches will be closed on Monday, December 10th, 2018.

All Rowan Public Library branches will be closed on Monday, December 10th, 2018.

Create holiday cards that will be delivered to active service members in the United States Armed Forces and to veterans at the Hefner VAMC in Salisbury. Patrons can specify if their card(s) is delivered to a certain branch of the USAF or to the VA. However, know that cards submitted for a branch of the USAF do have specific deadlines: Nov. 7 for cards distributed internationally, Dec. 10 for cards distributed Stateside. Cards submitted Dec. 11-18 will only be delivered to the VA. Questions? Call Tammie at 704-216-7842. Family. Children. Teen. Adult.

“All Aboard!” Children are invited to a magical ride on the Artic Express with conductor (and magician) Steve Somers. Passengers will visit and learn about winter holiday traditions from around the world. Somers’ presentation, a mix of storytelling and illusions, teaches the importance of respect, the spirit of giving, and the magic of sharing. Snowball Bunny, a live rabbit, will also make an appearance. To learn more about Somers and Amazing Teacher, visit www.amazingteacher.com/shows/arctic-express. For more details about this program at RPL, call 704-216-7728. Children.

The Story of BBQ in North Carolina teaches how growing and cultivating hogs emerged in the state and also examines the East versus West debate about the best recipes for sauces and condiments. View the exhibit, which opens October 26 and is located in Headquarters’ lobby, during business hours through November. Adult. Family. History.

Steve Somers presents “Jingle Bell Magic,” featuring magic tricks, storytelling, and music. Witness a snowball come to life, listen to the enchanting tale of Ernie the Elf, and meet Snowball Bunny, a live rabbit from the North Pole! To learn more about Somers and Amazing Teacher, visit www.amazingteacher.com/shows/jingle-bell-magic. For more details about this program at RPL, call 704-216-8234. Children.

Join us for a showing of the beloved 194 film Christmas in Connecticut (Not Rated, 101 min.). While the Classic Cinema Series is part of Adult Outreach Services and is designed for retired individuals, this free event is open to the public, and all ages are welcome. For more details, call 704-216-7842. Adult. Family. Movie.

Create holiday cards that will be delivered to active service members in the United States Armed Forces and to veterans at the Hefner VAMC in Salisbury. Patrons can specify if their card(s) is delivered to a certain branch of the USAF or to the VA. However, know that cards submitted for a branch of the USAF do have specific deadlines: Nov. 7 for cards distributed internationally, Dec. 10 for cards distributed Stateside. Cards submitted Dec. 11-18 will only be delivered to the VA. Questions? Call Tammie at 704-216-7842. Family. Children. Teen. Adult.

Join us for a showing of the 2017 animated holiday film The Star (PG, 86 min.). This free event is open to the public, and all ages are welcome. For more details, call 704-216-7842. Children. Family. Movie.

Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), and South Rowan Regional (China Grove) will be closed December 24 – December 26. Regular hours resume Thursday, December 27.