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Lewisville Branch Library Monthly Newsletter May 2026 |
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Lewisville Branch Library 6490 Shallowford Road Lewisville, NC 27023 336-703-2940 Public Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Library Closings: Monday, May 25 - Memorial Day Printable Calendar |
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Belly Dancing for Beginners
Friday, May 1 at 11 a.m. Auditorium Get your shimmy on! Put on some comfortable clothes and shoes and join us at Belly Dancing for Beginners. Learn the basic moves of this beautiful dance form as we bring people of all ages together to promote health, happiness, and community. The classes are recommended for adults 55+ and suitable for all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels. A signed waiver is required to participate. Call the library at 336-703-2940 for more information. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lewisville Library. |
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Hook & Loop Group
Wednesday, May 6 at 11 a.m.
Auditorium Come and join yarn crafters who like to knit, crochet, embroider, and such. Share each other’s company and maybe a tip or two about a project. Bring your own project to work on or use some simple supplies and patterns we have on hand. All skill levels are welcome. Email Raegen Luntz or call 336-703-2940 for more information. |
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Yoga for Beginners Thursday, May 7 and 21 at noon Auditorium Help uplift your mind and body with yoga classes facilitated by Registered Yoga Teacher Tracy O’Neill. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lewisville Library. Signed waiver required. Call the branch at 336-703-2940 for more information. |
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Color & Coffee Friday, May 8 and 22 at 10 a.m. Auditorium Unwind with a relaxing morning of coloring, coffee, and community. Coloring sheets, colored pencils, and coffee will be provided. Call 336-703-2940 for more information. |
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Tai Chi for Beginners
Friday, May 8 and 22 at 2 p.m.
Auditorium Learn the calming practice of Tai Chi at the Lewisville Branch Library. This form of low-impact exercise and deep breathing is known to reduce stress and improve balance, strength, and flexibility. An exercise waiver is required, and attendees younger than 18 must have a parental/guardian's signature. Registration opens two weeks before the May 8 and May 22 class and is required. |
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Learn how the Regulator Movement shaped local history and influenced the path toward independence at the next Lewisville Historical Society Presents. Historian and author Marcia D. Phillips will discuss her new book, The Regulator Movement in North Carolina: Prelude to the Revolution, which explores the bold grassroots uprising of backcountry farmers who challenged corrupt colonial officials and helped lay the groundwork for revolution in North Carolina. In partnership with the Lewisville Branch Library, the Lewisville Historical Society hosts bimonthly presentations ranging from local history to information about historical sites to antiquities. Participants do not need to be members of the society to attend. A short business meeting of the society is held before the featured program begins at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments are served. Programs are free and open to the public. For more information, please contact the library at 336-703-2940 or the Lewisville Historical Society at 336-766-5842. |
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Books for Dudes Book Club
Thursday, May 14 at 6 p.m. Are you a dude who likes to read? Are you a dude who is curious what other dudes are reading? Are you a dude who wants to get back into reading, but doesn’t know where to start? Then the Lewisville Branch Library has the perfect book club for you. Join us as dudes share, discuss, and recommend their favorite books to other dudes. There will not be a pre-set reading list. The group is recommended for dudes, but all are welcome. |
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Witchy Washi & Whatnot Crafting
Wednesday, May 20 at 10 a.m. Auditorium Our monthly Witchy Washy & Whatnot Crafting group is a great way to meet other crafters and learn to make all sorts of fun projects, many of which include the use of washi tape! Space and supplies are limited, and registration is required. |
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Computer Training Bridge: ChatGPT Wednesday, May 27 at 1 p.m.
Multipurpose Room Dive into the world of conversational AI with our ChatGPT class! This course is perfect for anyone looking to harness the potential of OpenAI's powerful language model, whether you're a developer, content creator, or business professional. Call 336-703-2940 or visit the Computer Training Bridge site to register. |
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FCPL Lewisville Branch Reading Contest Logs due Dec. 13
Take part our yearlong reading contest for your chance to win a $25 gift card to Bookmarks. The contest has two levels: Beginner and Aficionado. You can choose to read one or both levels. Beginner entries are entered once. Aficionado entries are entered twice, and if both levels are completed, you're entered four times to win. Submit entries by Saturday, Dec. 12. The winner will be announced on Monday, Dec. 14. |
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Tuesday at Two Book Club Tuesday, May 5 at 2 p.m. Bear by Julia Phillips |
The Friends Book Club
Tuesday, May 26 at 6:30 p.m. Under the Whispering Door by T. J. Klune |
Dungeons & Dragons Meetup Group for Teens
Monday, May 4 and 18 from 4-5:30 p.m. Auditorium Have you ever wanted to learn to play Dungeons & Dragons? Are you an experienced player who would like a place to meet up and have adventures? Join the Lewisville Branch Dungeons & Dragons meetup group! The game board, dice, and character sheets will be provided. This program is recommended for teens, but all are welcome. For more information, email Heather McCutchen. |
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Pokémon Club
Wednesday, May 6 at 4 p.m.
Auditorium Play battle games, meet up with other fans, trade cards, and more at the Pokémon Club. The Lewisville Branch chapter of the club meets every first Wednesday, and the Clemmons Branch Chapter meets on the third Wednesday of the month. Players of all abilities are welcome. Program is recommended for children, teens, tweens, and families. |
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Family-Friendly Film: Karate Kid: Legends (PG-13)
Wednesday, May 6 at 5:30 p.m.
Auditorium After kung fu prodigy Li Fong relocates to New York City, he attracts unwanted attention from a local karate champion and embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition with the help of Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso..Karate Kid: Legends stars Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio, and Ben Wang. Ⓒ2025 Colombia Pictures Industries Inc. All rights reserved. Snacks are welcome. |
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Builders' Club
Wednesday, May 20 at 4 p.m.
Auditorium
Bring your creative building skills and come play! We have many building supplies, including LEGOs, K’NEX, and more! Email |
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Make & Take Crafts for Kids May 4-9
Kids will make Yoda puppets out of paper bags this month. Available while supplies last.
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May 18-22 Can you find all the Star Wars images in the Children’s Room at the Lewisville Branch Library? Find them all and you win a prize! While supplies last. |
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Friends Annual Meeting The meeting has been postponed until Saturday, Aug. 15 at 10:30 a.m. at the Lewisville Branch Library. Friends Ongoing Book Sale The Friends ongoing book sale is always open during library hours. PRICES: Hardbacks - $2 Paperbacks - $1 Children's books - $.50 Movies, music, audiobooks - $2 Magazines - $.25 Become a Friends Board Member The Friends of the Lewisville Library Board is looking for new members. As a board member, you'd take an active role in shaping the future of the organization, allocating funds, fundraising and recruiting new members. If you're looking for a way to volunteer in your community and support the library at the same time, then this is a perfect place to start. The next board meeting will be on Monday, May 18 at 6 p.m. The Friends of the Lewisville Library is an independent nonprofit organization and not a department, division, or agent of the County or the Library. |
The Friends are accepting donations of new, used, or broken fashion jewelry Join the Friends and support your local library If you'd like to know more about the Friends of the Lewisville Library or how to become a member, please stop by the library to pick up a brochure. You can also join their Facebook page, even if you're not a member. All funds raised by the Friends support the Lewisville Branch Library in many wonderful ways--providing new books, audiobooks, DVDs, library supplies, programs and other much-needed items. Friends Membership Forms Membership forms are always available at the Lewisville Branch Library. Forms can be dropped off at the library or mailed to: FOLL, P.O. Box #464, Lewisville, NC 27023 Membership levels: Senior or Student - $5 Individual - $10 Family - $20 Lifetime - $200 |
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