Upcoming Events

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reentry simulation

ReEntry Simulation

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B at Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Adults
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

In partnership with NC PROWD and the Chapel Hill Public Library, this powerful community event invites you to step into to shoes of someone navigating the complex journey of reentry after incarceration.

kids chess club

Kids Chess Club

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B at Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Kids
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Our chess club invites kids of all skill levels for friendly, open play.

home canning methods

Home Canning Methods

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B at Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Adults
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

We know you like to make your garden produce last all year!

Tech Help @ The Seymour Center

Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Adults
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events
family movie wordmark

Family Movie

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room B at Library

Age Group:

Kids
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

The Garfield Movie (PG)

Family Fun Friday at CHPL

Family Fun Friday

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Plaza 1 at Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Location: Library
Room: Plaza 1
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Enjoy live music, games, food trucks, and fun for the whole family as we close out Summer Reading at the library. 

medicare basics

Medicare Basics

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room C at Library

Age Group:

Adults
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
queer comics club

Queer Comics Club

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Teen Room at Library

Age Group:

Teens
Location: Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

August Picks: Mixtape Magic

Books & Belonging

Books and Belonging

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

 B3 Coffee and Chapel Hill Public Library are excited to present: Books and Belonging!

kids chess club

Kids Chess Club

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B at Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Kids
Location: Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Our chess club invites kids of all skill levels for friendly, open play.

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Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Volunteer Workday in Pritchard Park

9:30am–12:00pm
Everyone
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Location: Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Explore More
Event Details:

Grab your gloves and pitch in to improve our Pritchard Park ecosystem. We'll remove non-native and invasive species, plant native trees and perennials, and maintain natural areas in the park.

Things to Know

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photography

We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Volunteer Workday in Pritchard Park

9:30am–12:00pm
Everyone
Explore More
Location: Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Explore More
Event Details:

Grab your gloves and pitch in to improve our Pritchard Park ecosystem. We'll remove non-native and invasive species, plant native trees and perennials, and maintain natural areas in the park.

Things to Know

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photography

We frequently take photos and videos at our events. Here's what we do with them.

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Tech Tutoring Appointments Available

All Day
Adults, Everyone
Technology Class
Location: Library
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Follow this link to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a tech tutoring appointment for personalized help with knowledgeable Chapel Hill Public Library sta

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27–11/28
Closing
Branches:
Library, Off Site, Staff 1-on-1