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All Around the Region!

All Branches of the NWRL will be closed on Friday, August 21, 2026 for Staff Development Day

All Branches of the NWRL will be closed on Monday, September 7 for Labor Day

General Interest

Kick Up Your Heels with Line Dancing with Krystal Tyndall

August 24, 5-7 p.m.

Join us for an evening of fun, fitness and fellowship at our Line Dancing Class at the Mount Airy Public Library.

Whether you’re a beginner or have danced before, come learn easy-to-follow dances, enjoy great music and have a wonderful time with friends. No partners needed. Mount Airy Public Library

Live Bluegrass Music

August 25, 5-7 p.m.

Spend an evening enjoying the rich sounds of traditional bluegrass music with Livia Livengood, Ashley Hultman and The Loose Strings Band at the Mount Airy Public Library.

Bring your family and friends for a relaxing hour of outstanding local musicians and toe-tapping tunes in a welcoming community atmosphere. Mount Airy Public Library

Back to School Easy Dinners
August 25, 5-7 p.m.

Looking for new meal ideas that are quick, delicious, and family friendly? Join our Cooking Class at the Mount Airy Public Library and discover creative recipes that are easy to prepare, nutritious and perfect for busy schedules. You’ll learn simple cooking tips, time-saving techniques and healthy meal ideas that your whole family will enjoy. Space is limited, so sign up today! Mount Airy Public Library

Create Beauty at the Blooming Bear Flower Bar
August 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

The Bloomin’ Bear Flower Bar at the Mount Airy Public Library is the perfect place to create a one-of-a-kind flower bouquet! Choose your favorite fresh flowers and design a beautiful arrangement to take home or give as a thoughtful gift. Whether you want to say, “Thank You”, “Have a Good Day”, or “I Think You’re Special”, your handmade bouquet is sure to brighten someone’s day. Space is limited, so sign up today! Mount Airy Public Library

Stories & Songs in Boonville

The Stories and Songs Series will host a special panel and discussion about the community of Boonville, NC.

Thursday, August 27 at 6 p.m. at the Boonville Community Public Library. Panelists and participants will offer suggestions on how the Boonville community can be more resilient and help the residents who live there. Panelists will include Reverend Roy Brown, Dr. Chad Mann, Dr. Pat Anderson and Drs. Alle & Jannet Speer. All present are encouraged to ask questions and offer your suggestions. 

Crepes of Wrath Cooking Classes
August 27 at 5 pm

Come for the recipes and dinner, stay for the fun!

August Recipes:

  • All American Sides
  • Recipe Swap – Bring Your Favorite Recipe

Jonesville Public Library

Yadkin Valley Mutual Aid Clothing Drive

Donate clothes in August!

Elkin Public Library is a drop off location for the clothing swap happening September 26, during the Pumpkin Festival. 

Please bring clean, gently used clothes in a bag.

Donations will be used for a free clothing swap held during the Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival. Grab your friends and come celebrate the end of summer reading at Bingo Night! Socialize and play for prizes!

*Registration Required* Call 336-835-5586 or email elk@nwrl.org.

Elkin Public Library

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Thursday, September 3

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Click the button and use the zip code for King (27021) to find our blood drive. Sign up online for an appointment.
You can also check the schedule and walk-in the day of.
Please call if you have any questions.
336-983-3868 King Public Library

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

Veteran’s Coffee every Thursday at 9 a.m. Join us for a delightful gathering where you can sip on coffee, all while connecting with fellow veterans in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

This is a wonderful opportunity to share your experiences, both old and new, as you reminisce and forge new friendships with those who have walked a similar path. Whether you’re looking to meet other veterans in your area or simply enjoy engaging conversations, these meetings promise to be a occasion that fosters camaraderie and connection. We warmly welcome all veterans to come and share their stories, ensuring that everyone feels valued and included in our community. Walnut Cove Public Library

Your Story Starts Here…

Every Friday at 10 a.m. Beginning on May 8. Writing can seem like a lonely business, but it doesn’t have to be. The new Yadkin Valley Writers group is a weekly gathering for adult writers for all genres and skill levels. The library provides the space, the reflections and the community support, YOU provide the imagination! Let’s build the local literacy scene together! Jonesville Public Library

Exciting news, nature lovers! Our beloved library is thrilled to announce that NC state park passes are now available for check out, but you’ll want to hurry—these treasures are first come, first served! 

Imagine your family embarking on unforgettable adventures, exploring the stunning landscapes of North Carolina’s beautiful parks, where laughter fills the air and memories are made under the sun-dappled trees. This is your chance to connect with the great outdoors, breathe in the fresh air, and create magical moments with your loved ones! So, come visit us at the library soon and grab your state park pass before they’re gone—let’s make this season one filled with joy, exploration, and community spirit! 

Park Passes are available for check out at the Walnut Cove Public Library on a first come first served basis. One week checkout with one week renewal available.

Gardening

Gardening Workshop – Seed Saving Thursday, August 20 at 2 p.m.

We will discuss the history of seed saving, heirloom vs. hybrid seeds, and the best techniques for harvesting, cleaning, and storing your own seeds. Participants will learn how to create seed tape and make seed bombs. All supplies will be provided. Please call 336-789-5108 to register. Mount Airy Public Library
NC Cooperaative Extension Logo with NC State Master Gardener Logo

Become a Citizen Scientist
August 21, 2 – 6 p.m.

We will start at the Pollinator Garden (at the corner of Cherry and S. Main) and end inside the library for the movie. Join us for an afternoon of exciting activities focused on our precious pollinators. There will be pollinator counting, pollinator crafts, a story walk, a story time focused on bees, honey tasting, photo props, and a movie complete with refreshments. You don’t want to miss this fun afternoon! 

Please call 336-789-5108 to register! Mount Airy Public Library

The Yadkin County Cooperative Extension and Yadkin 4-H Club have collected and distributed seed donations for this year, restocking Boonville, East Bend, Jonesville, and Yadkinville libraries’ Seed Libraries!

We would like to thank all of the patrons and businesses who have donated: Tractor Supply in Yadkinville, Dollar Tree in Yadkinville, Lowe’s in Mocksville, and Walmart in Elkin.

Here is a list of what varieties are available at the Yadkinville seed library (please note, quantities will not be updated regularly on inventory list): Seed Inventory. There should be similar seed varieties at the Boonville, East Bend, and Jonesville Public Libraries.

First come, first serve, and you can take as many seed packets as needed, within reason (e.g. do not take all of any one seed). Anything you do not use, feel free to return, as we have empty seed envelopes.

Boonville Community Public Library

East Bend Public Library

Jonesville Public Library

Yadkin County Public Library

Seed Library

Pick out some seeds or bring some in to contribute to our small collection and make it grow! Accepting all kinds at any time of the year!  King Public Library

Seed library photo for Walnut Cove Public Library. For more information call 336-591-7496.

Music, Arts & Crafts

Mondays at 2 p.m.

  • July 6 – Beeswax Candle Creations 
    Create custom rolled beeswax candles
  • July 13 – Unearthed Expressions 
    Use painter’s tape and acrylic markers to create bold abstract art on canvas
  • July 20 – Prehistoric Page Markers –
    Make fun magnetic bookmarks using stickers and cardstock

Mount Airy Public Library

Adult Programs for Arts & Crafts
Fridays at 2 p.m. for Adults Ages 18+

  • July 3 – Painting Class
  • July 10 – Keepsake Coasters
  • July 17 – Connecting with the Past
  • July 24 – Painting Class
  • July 31 – Painting Class 

Jonesville Public Library

Adult Scarecrow Craft
Monday, August 31, 5-7 pm

Fall is just around the corner, and we’re celebrating with a fun Scarecrow Craft! 

*Registration required!* 336-835-5586  Elkin Public Library

We are creating lap blankets for our community. Everyone is invited to make one granny square each week, and our Yarning Around group will assemble the blankets to donate to those in hospice care. We’d love your help—call us for more details! This project is scheduled to run through September 2026. Elkin Public Library

Health & Wellness

Health Education with the Aging Resource Team
Thursday, August 13 at Noon – 1 pm

Educational talk for caregivers and the public, in partnership with Partners Behavioral Health. Elkin Public Library

 

Medicare 101 Educational Session
Thursday, August 20 @ 10 am

Feeling confused about Medicare? Join us for a FREE public information session with Blair Lambert from
Next Horizon Insurance Services.

This is for any seniors interested in learning how to navigate the Medicare maze. Snacks provided.  Elkin Public Library

Third Saturdays 10:30 a.m.

Join Ms. Heather for It’s Yoga Y’all! at the Mount Airy Public Library.

KING:
Career Connections Job Lab
King Public Library By appointment every Monday, Wednesday and Friday 1-5 p.m.

YADKINVILLE:
NC Works returns to the Yadkin County Public Library. The second and fourth Friday each month from 9 a.m. until noon. Get help with your job search in person!

Partners Geriatric Adult Specialty Team – Thursdays (dates below) 5-6 p.m. Presentation and Q&A. No registration is needed.

UPCOMING 2026 TOPICS

September 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2026 – Alzheimer’s and Brain Wellness Month: Dementia Basics, Types of Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease Dementia, Reducing Dementia Risks

October 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2026 – Alzheimer’s, Caregivers and Mental Health Month: Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities, Dementia, Communication Tips and Understanding Behavior Changes & Challenges

November 2026 – National Family Caregiver Month – Holidays and Dementia

Boonville Crosswalk Support Group –
Every Tuesday and Friday evenings at 5:30 p.m.

Come exercise and be a part of a great weight loss support group!

NC Works 9 a.m. – Noon 

Every 2nd Friday of each Month  

Mondays, 8 a.m. – Noon AND 1-4:30 p.m. at the Surry Community College, Yadkin Campus. Yadkin County Public Library

Adult Walking

Geared for adults 18 years and up looking to meet new people, exercise or start new habits to better your health. Meeting Wednesday, April 1 outside the front doors of the Yadkin County Public Library. All fitness levels are welcome. Yadkin County Public Library

Recurring Classes & Clubs

Mondays

Happy Crafter-Noon – Join us Mondays at 2 p.m. for crafting. For Adults 18 and up. We will meet at First Baptist Church at 714 N. Main Street. Park in the back. Call the library to sign up at 336-789-5108.

  • Sunlit Silhouette Art – July 7
  • Reverse Coloring Collage Art – July 14
  • Wine Bottle Watering Can – July 21

Mount Airy Public Library

Adult Painting – Acrylic and Watercolor Programs – Join us Mondays at 6 p.m. for painting. Dates and times are subject to change, please check with the library first. King Public Library

Make & Take Crafts, every Monday at 11 a.m. in Boonville.

  • August 3 – Diamond Dot Bedazzled Bottles
  • August 10 – Quarter BINGO
  • August 17 – Tropical Flower Paper Collage
  • August 24 – Jellyfish Painting
  • August 31 – Abstract Patriot Placemats

Contact the Boonville Public Library for more information, 336-367-7737.

Yarning Around, first two Mondays at 6 p.m.

Contact the Elkin Public Library for more information.

tuesdays

Cozy Crafters Hour – Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m. Come join us to learn a new skill or work on an existing project. Bring your own materials or use some of ours. Enjoy meeting others in the community. Dobson Public Library

The Living Room Stitchers Club – Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to Noon – Whether you’re into knitting, crochet, quilting, or cross stitch, bring your project and enjoy good company. Beginners and experts alike are welcome! Charles H Stone Memorial Library

Welcome to the Coloring Corner – Join us Tuesdays at 6 p.m. for a relaxing evening of coloring. For Adults 18 and up. Bring your own coloring supplies or borrow ours. Listen to soft music, color and indulge in an hour of “you time”. Questions? Email Cara at cmaynard@nwrl.org. Mount Airy Public Library

2nd Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. Special Ingredient changes each month.

Bring any dish that fits the theme and plan to share the recipe. If able please email recipes to elyon@nwrl.org. We love to make new friends and eat delicious food together!

Mount Airy Public Library

Watercolor Classes, One Tuesday and One Thursday each month at 6 p.m. Walnut Cove Public Library. Spots fill up fast! See specific dates and subjects below:

July – Island Paradise

  • Registration Opens July 1
  • Tuesday Class, July 21
  • Thursday Class, July 30

August – Fox

  • Registration Opens August 3
  • Tuesday Class, August 18
  • Thursday Class, August 27

September – Fall Acorns

  • Registration Opens September 1
  • Thursday Class, September 17
  • Tuesday Class, September 29

October – Blue Ghost

  • Registration Opens, October 1
  • Tuesday, October 20
  • Thursday, October 29

November – Ornaments

  • Registration Opens Nov 2
  • Tuesday, November 17
  • Thursday November 19
wednesdays

A Stitch at a Time Crochet Club – Meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Materials needed: 1 skein of medium/worsted weight yarn and 1 (5.5mm) crochet hook. Contact the Boonville Public Library for more information.

Hooked – Wednesdays at 3 p.m. – Join our crochet and knitting club, Open for all skill levels. Bring your own yarn and make the group project, or bring your own project to work on. We meet at Pages Books & Coffee. Mount Airy Public Library

thursdays

Water Color Classes

One Tuesday and One Thursday each month at 6 p.m Walnut Cove Public Library Spots fill up fast! See specific dates and subjects below:

July – Island Paradise
  • Registration Opens July 1
  • Tuesday Class, July 21
  • Thursday Class, July 30
August – Fox
  • Registration Opens August 3
  • Tuesday Class, August 18
  • Thursday Class, August 27
September – Fall Acorns
  • Registration Opens September 1
  • Thursday Class, September 17
  • Tuesday Class, September 29
October – Blue Ghost
  • Registration Opens, October 1
  • Tuesday, October 20
  • Thursday, October 29
November – Ornaments
  • Registration Opens Nov 2
  • Tuesday, November 17
  • Thursday November 19
friday

Every Friday at 11 a.m. Jonesville Public Library

Join us Friday mornings from 10 – 11 a.m. at the library for a game of MahJong! Participants will learn the game, connect with friends, and enjoy friendly competition with their peers. It’s a great way to build skills and kick off the day with something new! Mount Airy Public Library

Tai Chi – Fridays at 10 a.m. – Experience meditation in motion. All skill levels are welcome. Meeting at the Surry County Senior Center at 401 Technology Lane, Suite 100. Mount Airy Public Library

SATURDAY

Novel Threads Quilting Club

Saturday, August 8 at 10:30 a.m.

Meeting on the SECOND Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Boonville Community Public Library

Book Clubs

Book Clubs are available at most of our 13 Regional branches. Please see the locations and times below or call your nearest branch to learn more.
  • Community Book Club
    4th Wednesday at 1 p.m.
    Mount Airy Public Library

Non-Traditional Book Clubs

Silent Book Club Often with traditional book clubs there’s the scramble to finish the assigned book, and the pressure to have something smart to say. Wouldn’t it be great to have a book club where you could just enjoy books, friends, and maybe some coffee — without any homework? At Silent Book Club, there’s no assigned reading. We will also talk about what each other is reading, and in the process, maybe learn about a new book to try! Yadkin Public Library Third Thursdays from 5-6:30 p.m.

These Book Clubs are available online

  • Jonesville Public Library – Join us on Facebook. Online discussions are held either on a post or in a private group chat.
    Book Hoarders (general fiction) Our February book is The American Queen by Vanessa Miller. Jonesville Public Library was one of the libraries that was chosen by the North Carolina Humanities to receive book boxes and special swag for the statewide book club. Books will be available for pickup during the month for participants.  
    Better Read than Dead (mystery) Our February book is You Shouldn’t Have Come Here by Jeneva Rose. This book is also available instantly through the Hoopla app.
  • Yadkin Public Library – Virtual clubs Cozy on Up in NC Cardinal (cozy mystery focus) via Amazon Book Clubs and Goodreads are available now!
  • Mount Airy Public Library – Join our new virtual book club. Know They Self: A Book Club that is genre based. Exploring Contemporary Romance with Emily  Follow the book club here: BOOKCLUB GROUP We will discuss the book in the Facebook Group.
Overhead view of people reading open books

Story Time

Story Times are available for a variety of ages and are available at most of our Regional branches. Please see the locations and times below or call your nearest branch to learn more!

  • Preschool Story Time
    Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
    Alleghany Public Library
  • STEAM Story Times
    4th Monday – Grades K-2 at 3:30 p.m.; Grades 3-5 at 4:30 p.m. Occasionally times will vary from this schedule due to holidays number of weeks in a month. Please check before planning to attend. Elkin Public Library
  • Rhythm Rhyme & Story Time
    Monday at 10 a.m. for ages birth to age 5
    Walnut Cove Public Library

To see events for a specific location only, select a branch below:

Alleghany (Sparta)
Boonville
Charles H. Stone (Pilot Mtn)
Danbury
Dobson
East Bend
Elkin
Jonesville
King
Lowgap
Mount Airy
Walnut Cove
Yadkin
1st Week of Month
  • Monday: Francisco
  • Tuesday: Germanton
  • Wednesday: King
  • Thursday: King/Pinnacle
  • Friday: Danbury
2nd Week of Month
  • Monday: open
  • Tuesday: Walnut Cove
  • Wednesday: Sandy Ridge
  • Thursday: Lawsonville
  • Friday: Danbury

Bookmobile Schedule

Side view of NWRL Surry County Bookmobile
3rd Week of Month
  • Monday: open
  • Tuesday: Danbury
  • Wednesday: Asbury
  • Thursday: King
  • Friday: Danbury
4th Week of Month
  • Monday: Danbury
  • Tuesday: Pine Hall
  • Wednesday: Sandy Ridge
  • Thursday: Walnut Cove
  • Friday: Danbury