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Online. While you are out exploring the oceans of possibilities during the days of summer, why not sing a song or two? The third installment of RPL’s folk music podcast, Come Gather ‘Round Good People, will focus on tunes with a sea-faring theme collected by folklorists on North Carolina’s Outer Banks during the 1940’s. You’ll be introduced to Tink and Eleazor Tillett of Roanoke Island who shared songs about pirates and other ocean related topics. Learn about the history of the highlighted melodies and know you’ll be well-equipped to bellow out your songs as you set sail! Visit the RPL Soundcloud channel at bit.ly/RPLSoundCloud. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Children: Books, Babies, & Toddlers @ West2022-06-27T10:00:00Books, Babies, & Toddlers (Infants to 36 months)
This storytime runs first four weeks of Summer Reading at each location (June 6 — 30).
A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30-minute program is designed for children from birth to 24 months old and their caretakers with lap bouncing nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. Children.
RPL West 107 School Street Books, Babies, & Toddlers (Infants to 36 months)
This storytime runs first four weeks of Summer Reading at each location (June 6 — 30).
A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30-minute program is designed for children from birth to 24 months old and their caretakers with lap bouncing nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. Children.
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Children: Set Sail! Magic & Books with Steve Somers @ HQ2022-06-27T10:30:00Set sail on a high seas adventure. Amazing Teacher Steve Somers returns to RPL with magic tricks, drama, puppets, and surprises.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Set sail on a high seas adventure. Amazing Teacher Steve Somers returns to RPL with magic tricks, drama, puppets, and surprises.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ West2022-06-27T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL West 107 School Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Checkers Library TV, a special video series designed for children, educates viewers about a variety of topics in a fun, engaging, and educational way. During the months of June and July, a new Checkers Library TV episode will be available for children to enjoy via RPL’s YouTube and Facebook pages each week. Check out the RPL YouTube page (Rowan Public Library) or Facebook page (@rowanpubliclibrary) to view the latest episodes. Children.
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Children: Books, Babies, & Toddlers @ HQ2022-06-28T10:30:00Books, Babies, & Toddlers (Infants to 36 months)
This storytime runs first four weeks of Summer Reading at each location (June 6 — 30).
A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30-minute program is designed for children from birth to 24 months old and their caretakers with lap bouncing nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. Children.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Books, Babies, & Toddlers (Infants to 36 months)
This storytime runs first four weeks of Summer Reading at each location (June 6 — 30).
A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30-minute program is designed for children from birth to 24 months old and their caretakers with lap bouncing nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. Children.
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Children: Set Sail! Magic & Books with Steve Somers @ South2022-06-28T10:30:00Set sail on a high seas adventure. Amazing Teacher Steve Somers returns to RPL with magic tricks, drama, puppets, and surprises.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL South920 Kimball Road Set sail on a high seas adventure. Amazing Teacher Steve Somers returns to RPL with magic tricks, drama, puppets, and surprises.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ HQ2022-06-28T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Patrons are invited to visit all four RPL locations — RPL Headquarters, East, South, and West — to receive a special stamp from each location. Once all four stamps are collected, patrons’ raffle entries will be entered into a drawing for a pizza party. Completed raffle tickets must be submitted to any RPL location by Saturday, July 30 to be entered. The raffle winner will be announced during the Children and Adult Summer Reading Finale on Wednesday, August 3. Raffle entries can be obtained from any RPL location, though all four stamps must be collected to be entered into the raffle. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Children: Books, Babies, & Toddlers @ South2022-06-29T10:00:00Books, Babies, & Toddlers (Infants to 36 months)
This storytime runs first four weeks of Summer Reading at each location (June 6 — 30).
A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30-minute program is designed for children from birth to 24 months old and their caretakers with lap bouncing nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. Children.
RPL South920 Kimball Road Books, Babies, & Toddlers (Infants to 36 months)
This storytime runs first four weeks of Summer Reading at each location (June 6 — 30).
A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30-minute program is designed for children from birth to 24 months old and their caretakers with lap bouncing nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. Children.
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Register for fun take away kit activities everyone in the household can enjoy!
Adult kits include the “Show and Shell” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to create an ocean-themed magnet or picture frame.
Teen kits include the “Make a Plarn Planter” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to learn how to design your own reusable planter (and other fun projects) from plastic shopping bags. A video tutorial on creating a plarn planter will be posted to RPL’s YouTube page.
Family kits include the “Treasure Map Kit” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to create your own treasure maps. This activity is suitable for individuals of any age or families.
Individuals or families may register for the kits they need using bit.ly/SummerKits22. All take away kits are available while supplies last. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Children: Set Sail! Magic & Books with Steve Somers @ East2022-06-29T10:30:00Set sail on a high seas adventure. Amazing Teacher Steve Somers returns to RPL with magic tricks, drama, puppets, and surprises.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL East 110 Broad Street Set sail on a high seas adventure. Amazing Teacher Steve Somers returns to RPL with magic tricks, drama, puppets, and surprises.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ South2022-06-29T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL South920 Kimball Road Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Children are invited to spot some awesome ocean life than through a spyglass! Visit RPL Headquarters, East, South, and West to create a spyglass and then hunt for the hidden sea creatures during June and July. Children.
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Tell us a tale as big as a whale! Submit a short story that shows magic of possibility. Eligible entries must be original works of prose, not poetry, and must not exceed 5,000 words. Limit one submission per author, in PDF format to info@rowancountync.gov. This contest is limited to writers ages 18+. Include a cover page with the author’s name and contact information. Do not include the author’s name on the actual story as the judging will be completed blindly by library staff.
Winner will be notified August 2 via their provided contact information. The winning entry will receive an award certificate and a gift basket and announced on the Children’s and Adult Summer Reading Finale Video, set to release on August 3. Adults.
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Children: Books, Babies, & Toddlers @ East2022-06-30T10:00:00Books, Babies, & Toddlers (Infants to 36 months)
This storytime runs first four weeks of Summer Reading at each location (June 6 — 30).
A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30-minute program is designed for children from birth to 24 months old and their caretakers with lap bouncing nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. Children.
RPL East 110 Broad Street Books, Babies, & Toddlers (Infants to 36 months)
This storytime runs first four weeks of Summer Reading at each location (June 6 — 30).
A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30-minute program is designed for children from birth to 24 months old and their caretakers with lap bouncing nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. Children.
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Children: Set Sail! Magic & Books with Steve Somers @ West2022-06-30T10:30:00Set sail on a high seas adventure. Amazing Teacher Steve Somers returns to RPL with magic tricks, drama, puppets, and surprises.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL West 107 School Street Set sail on a high seas adventure. Amazing Teacher Steve Somers returns to RPL with magic tricks, drama, puppets, and surprises.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ East2022-06-30T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL East 110 Broad Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Rowan Public Library Holiday Closing2022-07-04T09:00:00Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Monday, July 4. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Monday, July 4. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Checkers Library TV, a special video series designed for children, educates viewers about a variety of topics in a fun, engaging, and educational way. During the months of June and July, a new Checkers Library TV episode will be available for children to enjoy via RPL’s YouTube and Facebook pages each week. Check out the RPL YouTube page (Rowan Public Library) or Facebook page (@rowanpubliclibrary) to view the latest episodes. Children.
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Children: Go on an Expedition with Rowan Wild @ South2022-07-05T10:30:00Rowan Wild’s Live Animal Event provides participants with an up-close look at several of Rowan County’s animal ambassadors. Participants will learn more about basic natural history, species adaptions, and personal history for each animal. Although it is not guaranteed, this program can potentially offer participants a chance to interact with some of the animal ambassadors.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL South920 Kimball Road Rowan Wild’s Live Animal Event provides participants with an up-close look at several of Rowan County’s animal ambassadors. Participants will learn more about basic natural history, species adaptions, and personal history for each animal. Although it is not guaranteed, this program can potentially offer participants a chance to interact with some of the animal ambassadors.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ HQ2022-07-05T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Patrons are invited to visit all four RPL locations — RPL Headquarters, East, South, and West — to receive a special stamp from each location. Once all four stamps are collected, patrons’ raffle entries will be entered into a drawing for a pizza party. Completed raffle tickets must be submitted to any RPL location by Saturday, July 30 to be entered. The raffle winner will be announced during the Children and Adult Summer Reading Finale on Wednesday, August 3. Raffle entries can be obtained from any RPL location, though all four stamps must be collected to be entered into the raffle. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Register for fun take away kit activities everyone in the household can enjoy!
Adult kits include the “Show and Shell” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to create an ocean-themed magnet or picture frame.
Teen kits include the “Make a Plarn Planter” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to learn how to design your own reusable planter (and other fun projects) from plastic shopping bags. A video tutorial on creating a plarn planter will be posted to RPL’s YouTube page.
Family kits include the “Treasure Map Kit” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to create your own treasure maps. This activity is suitable for individuals of any age or families.
Individuals or families may register for the kits they need using bit.ly/SummerKits22. All take away kits are available while supplies last. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Children: Go on an Expedition with Rowan Wild @ East2022-07-06T10:30:00Rowan Wild’s Live Animal Event provides participants with an up-close look at several of Rowan County’s animal ambassadors. Participants will learn more about basic natural history, species adaptions, and personal history for each animal. Although it is not guaranteed, this program can potentially offer participants a chance to interact with some of the animal ambassadors.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL East 110 Broad Street Rowan Wild’s Live Animal Event provides participants with an up-close look at several of Rowan County’s animal ambassadors. Participants will learn more about basic natural history, species adaptions, and personal history for each animal. Although it is not guaranteed, this program can potentially offer participants a chance to interact with some of the animal ambassadors.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ South2022-07-06T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL South920 Kimball Road Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ West2022-07-06T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL West 107 School Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Children are invited to spot some awesome ocean life than through a spyglass! Visit RPL Headquarters, East, South, and West to create a spyglass and then hunt for the hidden sea creatures during June and July. Children.
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Tell us a tale as big as a whale! Submit a short story that shows magic of possibility. Eligible entries must be original works of prose, not poetry, and must not exceed 5,000 words. Limit one submission per author, in PDF format to info@rowancountync.gov. This contest is limited to writers ages 18+. Include a cover page with the author’s name and contact information. Do not include the author’s name on the actual story as the judging will be completed blindly by library staff.
Winner will be notified August 2 via their provided contact information. The winning entry will receive an award certificate and a gift basket and announced on the Children’s and Adult Summer Reading Finale Video, set to release on August 3. Adults.
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Children: Go on an Expedition with Rowan Wild @ West2022-07-07T10:30:00Rowan Wild’s Live Animal Event provides participants with an up-close look at several of Rowan County’s animal ambassadors. Participants will learn more about basic natural history, species adaptions, and personal history for each animal. Although it is not guaranteed, this program can potentially offer participants a chance to interact with some of the animal ambassadors.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL West 107 School Street Rowan Wild’s Live Animal Event provides participants with an up-close look at several of Rowan County’s animal ambassadors. Participants will learn more about basic natural history, species adaptions, and personal history for each animal. Although it is not guaranteed, this program can potentially offer participants a chance to interact with some of the animal ambassadors.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ East2022-07-07T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL East 110 Broad Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Children: Go on an Expedition with Rowan Wild @ HQ2022-07-09T10:30:00Rowan Wild’s Live Animal Event provides participants with an up-close look at several of Rowan County’s animal ambassadors. Participants will learn more about basic natural history, species adaptions, and personal history for each animal. Although it is not guaranteed, this program can potentially offer participants a chance to interact with some of the animal ambassadors.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Rowan Wild’s Live Animal Event provides participants with an up-close look at several of Rowan County’s animal ambassadors. Participants will learn more about basic natural history, species adaptions, and personal history for each animal. Although it is not guaranteed, this program can potentially offer participants a chance to interact with some of the animal ambassadors.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Follow a Raindrop's Path @ HQ2022-07-11T10:30:00Kelli Isenhour of the Rowan Soil and Conservation District will lead this family friendly program all about the life cycle of a single raindrop. Participants will explore watery habitats and learn about amazing aquatic animals.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Kelli Isenhour of the Rowan Soil and Conservation District will lead this family friendly program all about the life cycle of a single raindrop. Participants will explore watery habitats and learn about amazing aquatic animals.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ West2022-07-11T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL West 107 School Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Checkers Library TV, a special video series designed for children, educates viewers about a variety of topics in a fun, engaging, and educational way. During the months of June and July, a new Checkers Library TV episode will be available for children to enjoy via RPL’s YouTube and Facebook pages each week. Check out the RPL YouTube page (Rowan Public Library) or Facebook page (@rowanpubliclibrary) to view the latest episodes. Children.
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Children: Follow a Raindrop's Path @ South2022-07-12T10:30:00Kelli Isenhour of the Rowan Soil and Conservation District will lead this family friendly program all about the life cycle of a single raindrop. Participants will explore watery habitats and learn about amazing aquatic animals.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL South920 Kimball Road Kelli Isenhour of the Rowan Soil and Conservation District will lead this family friendly program all about the life cycle of a single raindrop. Participants will explore watery habitats and learn about amazing aquatic animals.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ HQ2022-07-12T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Patrons are invited to visit all four RPL locations — RPL Headquarters, East, South, and West — to receive a special stamp from each location. Once all four stamps are collected, patrons’ raffle entries will be entered into a drawing for a pizza party. Completed raffle tickets must be submitted to any RPL location by Saturday, July 30 to be entered. The raffle winner will be announced during the Children and Adult Summer Reading Finale on Wednesday, August 3. Raffle entries can be obtained from any RPL location, though all four stamps must be collected to be entered into the raffle. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Register for fun take away kit activities everyone in the household can enjoy!
Adult kits include the “Show and Shell” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to create an ocean-themed magnet or picture frame.
Teen kits include the “Make a Plarn Planter” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to learn how to design your own reusable planter (and other fun projects) from plastic shopping bags. A video tutorial on creating a plarn planter will be posted to RPL’s YouTube page.
Family kits include the “Treasure Map Kit” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to create your own treasure maps. This activity is suitable for individuals of any age or families.
Individuals or families may register for the kits they need using bit.ly/SummerKits22. All take away kits are available while supplies last. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Children: Follow a Raindrop's Path @ East2022-07-13T10:30:00Kelli Isenhour of the Rowan Soil and Conservation District will lead this family friendly program all about the life cycle of a single raindrop. Participants will explore watery habitats and learn about amazing aquatic animals.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL East 110 Broad Street Kelli Isenhour of the Rowan Soil and Conservation District will lead this family friendly program all about the life cycle of a single raindrop. Participants will explore watery habitats and learn about amazing aquatic animals.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ South2022-07-13T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL South920 Kimball Road Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Children are invited to spot some awesome ocean life than through a spyglass! Visit RPL Headquarters, East, South, and West to create a spyglass and then hunt for the hidden sea creatures during June and July. Children.
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Tell us a tale as big as a whale! Submit a short story that shows magic of possibility. Eligible entries must be original works of prose, not poetry, and must not exceed 5,000 words. Limit one submission per author, in PDF format to info@rowancountync.gov. This contest is limited to writers ages 18+. Include a cover page with the author’s name and contact information. Do not include the author’s name on the actual story as the judging will be completed blindly by library staff.
Winner will be notified August 2 via their provided contact information. The winning entry will receive an award certificate and a gift basket and announced on the Children’s and Adult Summer Reading Finale Video, set to release on August 3. Adults.
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Children: Follow a Raindrop's Path @ West2022-07-14T10:30:00Kelli Isenhour of the Rowan Soil and Conservation District will lead this family friendly program all about the life cycle of a single raindrop. Participants will explore watery habitats and learn about amazing aquatic animals.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL West 107 School Street Kelli Isenhour of the Rowan Soil and Conservation District will lead this family friendly program all about the life cycle of a single raindrop. Participants will explore watery habitats and learn about amazing aquatic animals.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ East2022-07-14T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL East 110 Broad Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Children: Lee Street Theatre presents Scenes from James and the Giant Peach @ HQ2022-07-18T10:30:00Actors from Salisbury’s Lee Street theatre return with inventive and exciting storytelling.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Actors from Salisbury’s Lee Street theatre return with inventive and exciting storytelling.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ West2022-07-18T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL West 107 School Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Checkers Library TV, a special video series designed for children, educates viewers about a variety of topics in a fun, engaging, and educational way. During the months of June and July, a new Checkers Library TV episode will be available for children to enjoy via RPL’s YouTube and Facebook pages each week. Check out the RPL YouTube page (Rowan Public Library) or Facebook page (@rowanpubliclibrary) to view the latest episodes. Children.
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Children: Lee Street Theatre presents Scenes from James and the Giant Peach @ South2022-07-19T10:30:00Actors from Salisbury’s Lee Street theatre return with inventive and exciting storytelling.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL South920 Kimball Road Actors from Salisbury’s Lee Street theatre return with inventive and exciting storytelling.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ HQ2022-07-19T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Patrons are invited to visit all four RPL locations — RPL Headquarters, East, South, and West — to receive a special stamp from each location. Once all four stamps are collected, patrons’ raffle entries will be entered into a drawing for a pizza party. Completed raffle tickets must be submitted to any RPL location by Saturday, July 30 to be entered. The raffle winner will be announced during the Children and Adult Summer Reading Finale on Wednesday, August 3. Raffle entries can be obtained from any RPL location, though all four stamps must be collected to be entered into the raffle. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Register for fun take away kit activities everyone in the household can enjoy!
Adult kits include the “Show and Shell” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to create an ocean-themed magnet or picture frame.
Teen kits include the “Make a Plarn Planter” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to learn how to design your own reusable planter (and other fun projects) from plastic shopping bags. A video tutorial on creating a plarn planter will be posted to RPL’s YouTube page.
Family kits include the “Treasure Map Kit” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to create your own treasure maps. This activity is suitable for individuals of any age or families.
Individuals or families may register for the kits they need using bit.ly/SummerKits22. All take away kits are available while supplies last. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Children: Lee Street Theatre presents Scenes from James and the Giant Peach @ East2022-07-20T10:30:00Actors from Salisbury’s Lee Street theatre return with inventive and exciting storytelling.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL East 110 Broad Street Actors from Salisbury’s Lee Street theatre return with inventive and exciting storytelling.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ South2022-07-20T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL South920 Kimball Road Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Children are invited to spot some awesome ocean life than through a spyglass! Visit RPL Headquarters, East, South, and West to create a spyglass and then hunt for the hidden sea creatures during June and July. Children.
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Tell us a tale as big as a whale! Submit a short story that shows magic of possibility. Eligible entries must be original works of prose, not poetry, and must not exceed 5,000 words. Limit one submission per author, in PDF format to info@rowancountync.gov. This contest is limited to writers ages 18+. Include a cover page with the author’s name and contact information. Do not include the author’s name on the actual story as the judging will be completed blindly by library staff.
Winner will be notified August 2 via their provided contact information. The winning entry will receive an award certificate and a gift basket and announced on the Children’s and Adult Summer Reading Finale Video, set to release on August 3. Adults.
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Children: Lee Street Theatre presents Scenes from James and the Giant Peach @ West2022-07-21T10:30:00Actors from Salisbury’s Lee Street theatre return with inventive and exciting storytelling.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
RPL West 107 School Street Actors from Salisbury’s Lee Street theatre return with inventive and exciting storytelling.
This is a School Age Summer Reading program designed for rising 1st through 5th graders, though all ages are welcome. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under. Children.
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Children: Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade) @ East2022-07-21T11:00:00Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
RPL East 110 Broad Street Summer Storytimes (Preschool to 1st Grade)
This storytime program runs June 6 — July 22, 2022. A responsible caretaker (age 16+) must accompany children 8 and under.
This interactive, 30 – 45-minute program is designed for children 3 to 6 years old and their caretakers. Children.
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Children: Coral Reefs for Little Ones @ East2022-07-23T10:00:00Preschool-aged children are invited to explore the underwater world of coral reefs. Children will create a hands-on coral reef with dough, beads, pipe cleaners, and other manipulatives. Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to participate in this ocean themed adventure. Children.
RPL East 110 Broad Street Preschool-aged children are invited to explore the underwater world of coral reefs. Children will create a hands-on coral reef with dough, beads, pipe cleaners, and other manipulatives. Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to participate in this ocean themed adventure. Children.
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Checkers Library TV, a special video series designed for children, educates viewers about a variety of topics in a fun, engaging, and educational way. During the months of June and July, a new Checkers Library TV episode will be available for children to enjoy via RPL’s YouTube and Facebook pages each week. Check out the RPL YouTube page (Rowan Public Library) or Facebook page (@rowanpubliclibrary) to view the latest episodes. Children.
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Patrons are invited to visit all four RPL locations — RPL Headquarters, East, South, and West — to receive a special stamp from each location. Once all four stamps are collected, patrons’ raffle entries will be entered into a drawing for a pizza party. Completed raffle tickets must be submitted to any RPL location by Saturday, July 30 to be entered. The raffle winner will be announced during the Children and Adult Summer Reading Finale on Wednesday, August 3. Raffle entries can be obtained from any RPL location, though all four stamps must be collected to be entered into the raffle. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Register for fun take away kit activities everyone in the household can enjoy!
Adult kits include the “Show and Shell” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to create an ocean-themed magnet or picture frame.
Teen kits include the “Make a Plarn Planter” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to learn how to design your own reusable planter (and other fun projects) from plastic shopping bags. A video tutorial on creating a plarn planter will be posted to RPL’s YouTube page.
Family kits include the “Treasure Map Kit” activity, which includes all the supplies needed to create your own treasure maps. This activity is suitable for individuals of any age or families.
Individuals or families may register for the kits they need using bit.ly/SummerKits22. All take away kits are available while supplies last. Children. Teens Adults. Family.
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Children are invited to spot some awesome ocean life than through a spyglass! Visit RPL Headquarters, East, South, and West to create a spyglass and then hunt for the hidden sea creatures during June and July. Children.
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Adult: Kindergarten Readiness @ HQ2022-07-27T18:00:00Local parents and caregivers are invited to learn more about different early literacy opportunities in Rowan County, including tips and tricks to get young children kindergarten-ready. Light refreshments will be served and childcare will be provided during the program. Adults.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Local parents and caregivers are invited to learn more about different early literacy opportunities in Rowan County, including tips and tricks to get young children kindergarten-ready. Light refreshments will be served and childcare will be provided during the program. Adults.
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Say farewell to Summer Reading 2022 with the Summer Reading Finale Video! Find out how many total hours RPL patrons read this summer and what kind of cool prizes are going to the adult and youth readers who logged the most hours. See who won the children’s super reader raffles, watch highlights from RPL’s Adult programming events, and learn the winner of the Short Story Contest. This finale video will be shared on RPL’s social media channels. Children. Adults. Family.
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Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Saturday, September 3 through Monday, September 5. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Friday, November 11. Regular hours will resume Saturday, November 12, 2022. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25. Regular hours will resume Saturday, November 26, 2022. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Friday, December 23 through Tuesday, December 27. Regular hours will resume Wednesday, December 28, 2022. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Rowan Public Library Holiday Closing2023-01-02T09:00:00Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Monday, January 2, 2023. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Monday, January 2, 2023. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Rowan Public Library Holiday Closing2023-01-16T09:00:00Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Monday, January 16, 2023. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, January 17, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Monday, January 16, 2023. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, January 17, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Rowan Public Library Holiday Closing2023-04-07T09:00:00Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Friday April 7 and Saturday, April 8. Regular hours will resume Monday, April 10, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Friday April 7 and Saturday, April 8. Regular hours will resume Monday, April 10, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Rowan Public Library Holiday Closing2023-05-27T09:00:00Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Saturday, May 27 through Monday, May 29. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Saturday, May 27 through Monday, May 29. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Rowan Public Library Holiday Closing2023-07-04T09:00:00Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Tuesday, July 4. Regular hours will resume Wednesday, July 5, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Tuesday, July 4. Regular hours will resume Wednesday, July 5, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Rowan Public Library Holiday Closing2023-09-02T09:00:00Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Saturday, September 2 through Monday, September 4. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Saturday, September 2 through Monday, September 4. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Rowan Public Library Holiday Closing2023-11-10T09:00:00Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Friday, November 10 Regular hours will resume Saturday, November 11, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Friday, November 10 Regular hours will resume Saturday, November 11, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24. Regular hours will resume Saturday, November 25, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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Rowan Public Library Holiday Closing2023-12-25T09:00:00Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Monday, December 25 through Wednesday, December 27. Regular hours will resume Thursday, December 28, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
RPL Headquarters201 W Fisher Street Headquarters (Salisbury), East Branch (Rockwell), South Rowan Regional (China Grove), and West Branch (Cleveland) will be closed Monday, December 25 through Wednesday, December 27. Regular hours will resume Thursday, December 28, 2023. Children. Adult. Teen. Family.
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