Charles H. Stone Memorial Library
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Charles H. Stone Memorial Library

Branch Info

319 West Main Street
Pilot Mountain, NC 27041

Phone: 336-368-2370
Fax: 336-368-9587
pmt@nwrl.org

Hours

Mon: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tues, Wed, Thurs: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Fri & Sat: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sun: Closed

Free WiFi available 24/7

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What’s Happening at the Charles H. Stone Memorial Library

Special & Monthly Events

NC State Extension Master Gardener Voluteers in Sury County Presents

Growing Great Greens!

  • Tuesday, February 25, 1 p.m. – Lowgap Public Library
  • Saturday, March 1, 10:30 a.m. – Elkin Public Library
  • Friday, March 7, 10:30 a.m. – Charles H. Stone Public Library, Pilot Mtn

Learn how to grow great salad greens all winter AND save money!

Join NC State Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Surry County to learn options for cold frames used in winter. Participants will plant lettuce seeds, one of the more expensive gourmet items at the market! Materials will be provided. Everyone is welcome! Come join the fun and learn!

Click here to register or call us at 336-401-8025.

NC Cooperaative Extension Logo with NC State Master Gardener Logo

NC Cooperative Extension is an Equal Opportunity Provider.

Job Seeker Services with NC Works
Fridays, February 21; 10 a.m. – Noon at the tables by Adult Fiction – Looking for a job? NCWorks is coming to Charles H Stone Memorial Library to provide expert job seeker assistance. Get help with resumes, job searches, and career resources. No appointment needed—just drop by and take advantage of these free services.

Third Thursday Book Club – February 20
Thursday, February 20
, 11 a.m. – Noon, Tables by Adult Fiction. Join us in February to discuss The Girl From the Red Rose Motel by Susan Beckham Zurenda. This moving Southern novel follows Imogene, living in poverty, and Wyatt, a private school student, as they navigate love, friendship, and societal barriers. New members welcome.

Preteen Book Club – 
Thursday, February 20, 4-5 p.m. Downstairs Community Room. Join us to discuss Mary Todd Lincoln: I’m Usually the Smartest Person in the Room by Katherine Krull! Explore the fascinating life and challenges of this remarkable First Lady. Copies are available for checkout at the front desk. Perfect for preteens who love history and sharing their thoughts with friends—don’t miss it!

Little Women (2019) Movie Night – Monday, February 24, 6-7:30 p.m. Downstairs Community Room. Experience the timeless story of sisterhood, resilience, and love with Greta Gerwig’s acclaimed adaptation of Little Women (2019). Bring your friends and family to the library for a cozy evening with the March sisters! Whether you’re a fan of the novel or new to the tale, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Light refreshments will be provided!

Teen Book Club – February 27 
4-5 p.m. | Downstairs Community Room. Join February’s Teen Book Club to discuss Lincoln Tells a Joke: How Laughter Saved the President by Kathleen Krull and Paul Brewer! Discover how Abraham Lincoln used humor to connect with others and navigate challenges. This fun, fascinating read will spark great conversations—don’t miss out!

Weekly Events
Preschool Story Time for preschool children and their caregivers! Join us for a gentle time of stories, songs, crafts, friendship and play.
  • Animal Sounds –Tuesday, February 18; 10-11 a.m., Downstairs Community Room. Bring your little ones to explore the world of animal sounds through stories and a fun activity! This engaging storytime is perfect for preschoolers and sure to spark giggles and learning. No registration required—just come ready to roar, moo, and quack along!
  • Steve the DogTuesday February 25; 10-11 a.m. Downstairs Community Room. Join us for a special Preschool Storytime featuring Steve, a real live dog! We’ll read Adventures of Kermit the Newf and enjoy fun, dog-themed activities. Don’t miss this chance for your little ones to meet a gentle giant and share in the joy of stories. No registration required—just come ready for fun!

The Living Room Stitchers Club – Every Tuesday
10:30 a.m. – Noon. Whether you’re into knitting, crochet, quilting, or cross stitch, bring your project and enjoy good company. Beginners and experts alike are welcome!

Arlo the Library Dog – Tuesdays
3-5 p.m. – Arlo, our favorite therapy dog, loves listening to stories! Bring your child to practice their reading skills with a furry friend.

Chess Club – Wednesdays
4:30 – 7 p.m. – Downstairs Community Room – Do you love a good challenge? Come test your strategy skills at our Chess Club, open to players of all levels. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, you’ll find a welcoming space to learn, play, and have fun. Checkmate awaits!

Youth STEAM Programs with Ms. Lori – Thursdays
2:30 – 3:30 p.m.; Downstairs Community Room – Unleash your creativity and curiosity with our Youth STEAM Programs led by the amazing Ms. Lori! Designed for ages 6 and up, these hands-on sessions explore exciting Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) concepts through fun, interactive projects. Whether you’re building, designing, or experimenting, there’s always something new to discover.

The Writers Road Show Tour
is coming back to Northwestern Regional Library in 2025!

Join us as we welcome incredible authors and dive into powerful stories that explore rich themes and unforgettable characters. To get ready, check out these featured books now available at Charles H Stone Memorial Library:

  • Kings of Coweetsee by Dale Neal – A gripping Crime Mystery with a Southern Gothic twist, revealing dark secrets and buried passions in a vanishing culture.
  • Sufficient Grace by Darnell Arnould – A heartfelt journey in Southern Christian Fiction about resilience, faith, and the transformative power of grace.
  • The Girl From the Red Rose Motel by Susan Beckham Zurenda – A moving Social Issues and Romance novel that tackles homelessness, privilege, and the courage to challenge boundaries.

Stay tuned for event details, and stop by to check out these remarkable reads today.

Library Staff

Anna Nichols – Branch Manager
Dewey Sturdivant – Assistant Branch Manager
Caroline Freeman – Library Assistant

Local Advisory Board

Lisa Darisse*, Chair
Rachel Collins, Town of Pilot Mountain Commissioner Representative
Amy Harpe
Jonathan Lancho-Villa
Sebrina Mabe

*Regional Board Representatives

Meeting Dates

2nd Thursday of January, April, July and October at 5:30 p.m.

Services & Information

  • Bicycle rack
  • Bookstore
  • Coffee & tea available
  • Computer access
  • Copy and fax services
  • Free parking lot
  • Free WiFi
  • Laminating
  • Magazines & newspapers
  • Makerspace
  • Outdoor seating
  • Picnic area
  • Tax forms upon request
  • Technology assistance
  • Voter registration forms

Additional Features Available

Blessings Box
Anyone in need of food assistance may stop by and help themselves to anything in the box. Community members that want to help may stop by to restock the box. Thanks to Girl Scout Troop 02319 for sharing this with our community!
Community Room
The Warren J. Stone Community Room located on the basement level of the library is provided for the use and benefit of the entire community and is available to rent for parties, showers, weddings, reunions, social occasions, educational classes, meetings and training sessions.
North Carolina Room
The North Carolina Room holds a collection of historical and genealogical information from Pilot Mountain and surrounding areas.

Charles H. Stone Memorial Library Community Room Policy

The Warren J. Stone Community Room located on the basement level of the library is provided for the use and benefit of the entire community and is available to rent for parties, showers, weddings, reunions, other social occasions, educational classes, meetings and training sessions. Sales events that do not benefit the library are now allowed. The rental cost is $110.00 per day, $35.00 of which is refundable if the key is returned promptly and the room is properly cleaned and is undamaged. As with all the public buildings owned by the Town of Pilot Mountain, the following rules apply: no smoking, no alcoholic beverages and no firearms are allowed.

Please note that the library does not provide paper goods, waste can liners and cleaning supplies for private parties. Those renting the facility are expected to provide their own supplies. All persons renting the facility, and their guests, are required to use the resource in a respectful manner and to carefully observe the following checklist:

  • Remove all trash from the kitchen and restrooms. (Waste carts are located on the utility pad, outside the kitchen door.)
  • Replace all trash can liners.
  • Flush toilets and rinse sinks.
  • Remove items from the refrigerator and freezer.
  • Wash, dry and replace in their proper place all used kitchen items.
  • Wash all used tables and chairs (as needed).
  • Lay all used kitchen linens out on counters to dry. (Library staff will launder.)
  • Check the stove and oven to be certain they are off.
  • Remove all decorative items from the room.
  • Pull tape and crepe paper remnants from the walls and ceilings.
  • Sweep and mop the floors. (Brooms and mops are located in the electrical utility closet near the kitchen.)
  • Properly secure the room by locking both the kitchen utility pad door and the room entrance door.
  • Check the window for proper locking.
  • Turn off all lights in the room.
  • Leave stairwell and outside door lights on for security.
  • Promptly return the key to the library staff by the method instructed.