Craven-Pamlico Regional Library

Craven-Pamlico Regional Library CPRL is a regional public library system in Eastern North Carolina serving Craven and Pamlico County

CPRL is regional public library system in Eastern North Carolina serving Craven and Pamlico Counties with libraries in Bayboro, Cove City, Havelock, New Bern and Vanceboro.

Last chance to register! Discover how AI can streamline your business, support your marketing needs, and easily create e...
09/23/2026

Last chance to register! Discover how AI can streamline your business, support your marketing needs, and easily create emails and documents with this FREE session presented by the Small Business Center, Pamlico Community College. Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose will bring tips and ideas to turn AI into a powerful tool for your business or non-profit.

Register TODAY at https://pamlicocc.edu/small-business-center-2/

Saturday, September 26, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Pamlico County Public Library

Come celebrate Elinor D. Hawkins Day with us at Craven-Pamlico Regional Library this Friday, September 25th! Mrs. Hawkin...
09/22/2026

Come celebrate Elinor D. Hawkins Day with us at Craven-Pamlico Regional Library this Friday, September 25th!

Mrs. Hawkins was a champion of children's literacy in our community, and was instrumental in the development of many of our local libraries, as well as our cooperative regional library system. Her warm and engaging storytelling also brought the joy of reading to generations of children through 'Telestory Time,' a children's program that began airing in 1952 and continued to run new episodes until Mrs. Hawkins retired in her 90s.

September 25th was Mrs. Hawkins' birthday, so we are inviting the public to come celebrate with us by wearing red that day in her honor, as it was her favorite color. We're also excited to unveil brand new library card designs, and you can come swap out your old card for free this Friday, September 25! Come check out a new read and discover how Mrs. Hawkins' passion for libraries and literacy continues to make an impact on our community!

You're invited to a special presentation at Craven Community College with famed archaeologists Dr. Ruud Stelten and Alex...
09/21/2026

You're invited to a special presentation at Craven Community College with famed archaeologists Dr. Ruud Stelten and Alex Hinton! Discover how the tiny Dutch island of St. Eustatius played a remarkable role in the American Revolution. This free lecture is part of an ongoing celebration of America 250 NC, and is supported by Dutch Culture USA.

St. Eustatius and The First Salute
Saturday, September 26, 2:00 pm
Craven Community College, Orringer Auditorium

09/18/2026

The Craven-Pamlico Regional Library Board of Trustees will hold a Special Meeting on September 23, 2026, at 9:00 am, in the Auditorium of the New Bern – Craven County Public Library located at 400 Johnson Street, New Bern, NC. The purpose of the Special Meeting is to discuss a possible temporary closure of the New Bern-Craven County Public Library on October 10, 2026; to discuss a request for an hourly rate increase from legal counsel; to discuss potential personnel policy revisions regarding screening of new hires; and to hold a closed session pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes §143-318.11(a)(3) & (6) to discuss personnel and consult with legal counsel.

Contact the Regional Director at 252-638-7800 with any questions.

Did you know we offer FREE movie screenings at the library? Bring the whole family for a kids' movie, or join one of our...
09/17/2026

Did you know we offer FREE movie screenings at the library? Bring the whole family for a kids' movie, or join one of our Friday Flix for adults. See the schedule at mycprl.org/movies.

Would you love to uncover your ancestor's history? Join us for this free, interactive workshop as staff members from the...
09/16/2026

Would you love to uncover your ancestor's history? Join us for this free, interactive workshop as staff members from the Kellenberger Room and members of the Richard Dobbs Spaight Chapter NSDAR and New Bern Chapter NSSAR discuss resources used to find your Revolutionary War Patriot.

Saturday, September 19, 2026
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
New Bern-Craven County Public Library Auditorium
For questions, call the Kellenberger Room at 252-638-7808.

Does your kid LOVE building, experimenting and playing? Don't miss the Building Club at the Cove City-Craven County Libr...
09/15/2026

Does your kid LOVE building, experimenting and playing? Don't miss the Building Club at the Cove City-Craven County Library! Kids ages K-5th are invited to come use their imagination to complete building challenges with their friends! Pre-K are also invited to come participate in Little "STEAM"ers activities at the same time!

Wednesday, September 16, 4:00 pm
Cove City Library

🎉 Pamlico County Public Library is open!!! Thank you all for your patience during our temporary closure. Come by anytime...
09/14/2026

🎉 Pamlico County Public Library is open!!! Thank you all for your patience during our temporary closure. Come by anytime today during our normal hours - we'll be here until 6 pm!

Check out the brand new Hobby Club for adults at the New Bern-Craven County Public Library! Each month we will explore a...
09/14/2026

Check out the brand new Hobby Club for adults at the New Bern-Craven County Public Library! Each month we will explore a different hobby with a new guest speaker. It's a great way to sample new activities and keep actively learning!

This month we are excited to welcome Bruce Hargreaves of the North Carolina Fossil Club as he shares "Ancient Critters of North Carolina," while highlighting his own fossil collection. Register at forms.office.com/r/zN1tYPP6Lj

Wednesday, September 16, 6:00 pm
New Bern-Craven County Public Library

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Have a fun hobby you'd like to share? Email [email protected] to get more information about being a presenter!

Run a non-profit but not sure how to turn Giving Tuesday into an effective fundraising tool for your organization? Regis...
09/13/2026

Run a non-profit but not sure how to turn Giving Tuesday into an effective fundraising tool for your organization? Register for this FREE seminar on how to create a Tuesday campaign that attracts new donors, re-engages supporters, and strengthens lasting relationships. Participants will leave with practical tools, messaging ideas, templates, and an action plan they can put to work right away. Presented by Small Business Center, Pamlico Community College, Imagine Pamlico and CPRL.

Register at: https://pamlicocc.edu/small-business-center-2/

Wednesday, September 16, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Pamlico County Public Library

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400 Johnson Street
New Bern, NC
28560

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+12526387800

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