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A Year in Cheese Series

Scary Cheeses!
2019-10-24 18:00:00 2019-10-24 19:30:00 America/New_York A Year in Cheese Series An ongoing series with cheesemonger, Josh Collier North Regional Library

Thursday, October 24
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2019-10-24 18:00:00 2019-10-24 19:30:00 America/New_York A Year in Cheese Series An ongoing series with cheesemonger, Josh Collier North Regional Library

North Regional Library

North - Children's Programming Room

An ongoing series with cheesemonger, Josh Collier

For the adventurous cheese eaters!  Scared by the thought of tasting that blue cheese?  Cringe when confronted by stinky aged cheeses?  Intimidated by the idea of serving such strong flavors?  Come and taste and learn there's nothing to fear!  Samples and pairings will be provided.

Registration required.

About Josh:

Josh has over a decade of experience working with cheese in both the USA and the United Kingdom. He began his cheese journey at Paxton and Whitfield in London where he had the unique honour of delivering the cheese to the Royal Wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Since moving to North Carolina in 2013 he has worked in the cheese departments of Southern Season, Orrman's Cheese Shop and the Durham Co-op Market where he is the current Specialty Coordinator. He lives in Raleigh and eats cheese every day.

AGE GROUP: | Senior Citizen | Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Food & Cooking |

TAGS: | cheese |

North Regional Library
Phone: 919-560-0231
Location Manager:
Stephanie Fennell
Hours
We're closed Thursday November 28
We're closed Friday November 29
Mon, Nov 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 2:00PM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

North Regional Library opened on January 30, 2007. This 25,000 square foot library features free wireless internet access, public meeting and study rooms, computer access, and more. 

Upcoming events

Homeschool Learning Lab - Thank You Notes
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Celebrate all those you are thankful for by sending notes. We will provide blank cards for you to decorate. You provide the address and we'll send them!
Adult LEGO@ North Regional - Are you a fan of Lego?
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:25am
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Come to North Regional for a morning get together to build with Lego, no matter what their skill-level is. The group has its own stock of LEGO bricks and kits, so no need to bring your own.
Leaders UNITE
Thu, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Anyone can be a leader! Develop leadership skills with Duke University students through activities such as acting, public speaking, and open discussions.
rsf booking
Thu, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
rsf booking - room setup
Knitting: PM Edition
Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Do you enjoy knitting? Join the knitting club! Bring a pair of size 8 bamboo needles and a skein of light-colored worsted weight yarn. New members of all experience levels welcome.
MS Self-Help Group
Thu, Nov 21, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Special program: Living Accessories for Chronic Illness
Morning Yoga for Wellness
Fri, Nov 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Each class offers a well-rounded sequence of yoga stretches and breathing exercises at easy pace. This is a gentle yoga class that especially welcomes older students.
Book Babies
Fri, Nov 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Stories, music, and rhymes for babies birth – 24 months and their grown ups. Siblings are welcome!
Canceled
Book Babies
Fri, Nov 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Stories, music, and rhymes for babies birth – 24 months and their grown ups. Siblings are welcome!
Food and Fiction Fridays
Fri, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Come read, talk about books, and enjoy a snack!
Write Types: NaNoWriMo Write In
Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #1
Join fellow writers at North Regional Library to share ideas, destroy the writer's block, or just have a nice quiet place to get some writing done!
Sensory Room
Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Come play, explore, and learn! Open to children, teens, and adults.
North Regional Chess Club
Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Come learn and test your skills against other players. All ages and skill levels welcome. The North Durham Library Chess Club is an affiliate of the United States Chess Federation.
Knitting: AM Edition
Mon, Nov 25, 9:00am - 11:00am
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Do you enjoy knitting? Join the knitting club! Bring a pair of size 8 bamboo needles and a skein of light-colored worsted weight yarn. New members of all experience levels welcome.
Crafts for Kids
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Weekly Monday 10:30am crafts program. Expect to create toys, paintings, and other little masterpieces. Appropriate for varied ages!
Mahjong
Mon, Nov 25, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Enjoy an afternoon devoted to this ancient game of skill, strategy, and calculation- and a little luck! Players of all skill levels welcome.
Canceled
Grade School Masterminds
Mon, Nov 25, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Grade School Masterminds meets every Monday at 4:30pm to offer after-school fun and educational programming. All K-5 students, siblings, and families welcome!
Canceled
Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for family storytime!
Crochet Club: Morning
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Get hooked on crochet with your neighbors at the morning Crochet Club!
Canceled
Game On!
Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Come beat your friends at video and board games!
STEAM Stories - Cuentos Creativos - STEAM based bilingual book club for 2-5 grade
Tue, Nov 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Molly and Monica will lead this bilingual book club with STEAM activities inspired by Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls and Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different. Registration required.
Move and Groove Storytime
Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Join us for music, movement, and songs.
Canceled
Morning Yoga for Wellness
Fri, Nov 29, 9:30am - 10:30am
Each class offers a well-rounded sequence of yoga stretches and breathing exercises at easy pace. This is a gentle yoga class that especially welcomes older students.
Write Types - NaNoWriMo Write In
Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Join fellow writers at North Regional Library to share ideas, destroy the writer's block, or just have a nice quiet place to get some writing done!  
North Regional Chess Club
Sat, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Come learn and test your skills against other players. All ages and skill levels welcome. The North Durham Library Chess Club is an affiliate of the United States Chess Federation.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons--Tier 1
Sun, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Adventurer’s League (AL) is the official organized play for 5th Edition D&D. Teens ages 12-18 are welcome to join us.
Knitting: AM Edition
Mon, Dec 02, 9:00am - 11:00am
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Do you enjoy knitting? Join the knitting club! Bring a pair of size 8 bamboo needles and a skein of light-colored worsted weight yarn. New members of all experience levels welcome.
Preventing Fires and Falls
Mon, Dec 02, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
"Remembering When," presented by City of Durham Fire Department.
Mahjong
Mon, Dec 02, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Enjoy an afternoon devoted to this ancient game of skill, strategy, and calculation- and a little luck! Players of all skill levels welcome.
Baby Bistro
Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Breastfeeding support group
room reservation
Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
room reservation
Teen Team Meeting
Tue, Dec 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Staff meeting
Game On!
Tue, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Come beat your friends at video and board games!
STEAM Stories - Cuentos Creativos - STEAM based bilingual book club for 2-5 grade
Tue, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Molly and Monica will lead this bilingual book club with STEAM activities inspired by Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls and Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different. Registration required.
Crochet Club: Evening
Tue, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Get hooked on crochet with your neighbors at the evening Crochet Club!
Homeschool Learning Lab - Culture Days: Austria
Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Join us for Homeschool Learning Lab Culture Days!
Knitting: PM Edition
Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Do you enjoy knitting? Join the knitting club! Bring a pair of size 8 bamboo needles and a skein of light-colored worsted weight yarn. New members of all experience levels welcome.
Holiday Ukulele Jam
Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Get yourself and your ukulele in the spirit of the season with a fun hour of simple holiday songs!
Morning Yoga for Wellness
Fri, Dec 06, 9:30am - 10:30am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Each class offers a well-rounded sequence of yoga stretches and breathing exercises at easy pace. This is a gentle yoga class that especially welcomes older students.
Lego Club
Fri, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Let your builder's brain explore in our K-5 Lego Club! Join us to make your creation and if you want, have it displayed in the library until the next Lego Club date!
Write Types
Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Join fellow writers at North Regional Library to share ideas, destroy the writer's block, or discuss your latest project. This week, we will review work or tackle writing challenges. 
Make Your Own One-of-a-Kind Cards!
Sat, Dec 07, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Avid card-maker Martinette Horner will lead this workshop on crafting your own cards to share with family and friends. Materials provided, so just bring your creativity! Registration is Required.
Beyblade Club
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Join us for Beyblade Club!
North Regional Chess Club
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Come learn and test your skills against other players. All ages and skill levels welcome. The North Durham Library Chess Club is an affiliate of the United States Chess Federation.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons--Tier 2
Sun, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Adventurer’s League (AL) is the official organized play for 5th Edition D&D. Teens ages 12-18 are welcome to join us.
BCI Film Festival: Live Staged Reading
Sun, Dec 08, 2:15pm - 5:45pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Join us for a live staged reading of various screenplays read by local actors and learn more about the Bull City International Film Festival.
Knitting: AM Edition
Mon, Dec 09, 9:00am - 11:00am
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Do you enjoy knitting? Join the knitting club! Bring a pair of size 8 bamboo needles and a skein of light-colored worsted weight yarn. New members of all experience levels welcome.
Winter Crafts for Kids
Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
All ages are welcome to drop in any time between 10:00-12:00 to enjoy creating a winter craft!
Mahjong
Mon, Dec 09, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Enjoy an afternoon devoted to this ancient game of skill, strategy, and calculation- and a little luck! Players of all skill levels welcome.
Tutor Thank You Party
Mon, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Our wonderful tutors are invited to join us for a night in their honor!
Mystery Book Club
Mon, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
North - Children's Programming Room
The Mystery Book Club is discussing mysteries set in Australia this fall. We’ll discuss The Dry in October, Scrublands in November, and Crimson Lake in December.
Crochet Club: Morning
Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Get hooked on crochet with your neighbors at the morning Crochet Club!
Game On!
Tue, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Come beat your friends at video and board games!
STEAM Stories - Cuentos Creativos - STEAM based bilingual book club for 2-5 grade
Tue, Dec 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Molly and Monica will lead this bilingual book club with STEAM activities inspired by Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls and Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different. Registration required.
Origami Club
Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
The fold's the thing! Origami enthusiasts of North Durham are invited to a monthly folding event on the second Tuesday of every month.  
Testers & Tasters Cookbook Club
Wed, Dec 11, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Whether you're always browsing the cookbook aisle or just want to try something new in the kitchen, this fun and tasty program is for you!
Summer Learning 2020 Meeting 4
Wed, Dec 11, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
North - Children's Programming Room
sl meeting 4
Homeschool Learning Lab
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Join us for a weekly lesson. All homschool students in grades K-12th are invited!
Adult LEGO@ North Regional - Are you a fan of Lego?
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:25am
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Come to North Regional for a morning get together to build with Lego, no matter what their skill-level is. The group has its own stock of LEGO bricks and kits, so no need to bring your own.
Adults Coffee, Tea and Coloring
Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
North - Tutoring/Study Room #1
Adults are invited to drop in for Coffee, Tea, and Coloring. Basic Coloring Pages and colored pencils along with light refreshments and music. You may bring your own coloring materials.
Knitting: PM Edition
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Do you enjoy knitting? Join the knitting club! Bring a pair of size 8 bamboo needles and a skein of light-colored worsted weight yarn. New members of all experience levels welcome.
Morning Yoga for Wellness
Fri, Dec 13, 9:30am - 10:30am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Each class offers a well-rounded sequence of yoga stretches and breathing exercises at easy pace. This is a gentle yoga class that especially welcomes older students.
RPGs for Kids
Fri, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Sometimes called roleplaying games, or RPGs, these games involve cooperative storytelling in which you and your friends are the heroes. Get ready for adventure! Pre-registration required.
Food and Fiction Fridays
Fri, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Come read, talk about books, and enjoy a snack!
Write Types: Write on Site
Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
If all you need is a dedicated time and quiet place to write, this is for you! Join other writers for a co-working experience. Coffee and tea are provided.
Sewing Machine Basics
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #1
Learn the basics of machine sewing with this project-based class. All materials provided, no experience necessary. Space is limited. Registration required.
This event is full
North Regional Chess Club
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Come learn and test your skills against other players. All ages and skill levels welcome. The North Durham Library Chess Club is an affiliate of the United States Chess Federation.
Canceled
Crafty NC!
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Try new arts and crafts with these hands-on workshops. In October, we’ll paint flower pots; in November, we’ll be making spa gifts; and in December we’ll be needle-felting. Registration is required.
BCI Film Festival: Screening of "The Year I Did Nothing"
Sun, Dec 15, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Film screening followed by a live Q&A session with the director via Skype
Canceled
Holiday Half Aprons
Sun, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Getting ready to bake holiday treats? Keep your clothes clean by making a winter-themed half apron! Perfect for you or as a gift! Participants should be comfortable with sewing machine basics.
Knitting: AM Edition
Mon, Dec 16, 9:00am - 11:00am
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Do you enjoy knitting? Join the knitting club! Bring a pair of size 8 bamboo needles and a skein of light-colored worsted weight yarn. New members of all experience levels welcome.
Mahjong
Mon, Dec 16, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Enjoy an afternoon devoted to this ancient game of skill, strategy, and calculation- and a little luck! Players of all skill levels welcome.
Grade School Masterminds: DIY Snow Globe
Mon, Dec 16, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Celebrate the upcoming winter season and make a snow globe.  All supplies will be provided. For children in grades K-5th. 
Baby Bistro
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Breastfeeding support group
room reservation
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
room reservation
Game On!
Tue, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Come beat your friends at video and board games!
STEAM Stories - Cuentos Creativos - STEAM based bilingual book club for 2-5 grade
Tue, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Molly and Monica will lead this bilingual book club with STEAM activities inspired by Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls and Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different. Registration required.
Murder They Wrote - True Murder Stories
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Durham, North Carolina is the setting for October and November books.
Crochet Club: Evening
Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #1
Get hooked on crochet with your neighbors at the evening Crochet Club!
North Book Club
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
North - Children's Programming Room
Calling all fiction lovers! Join us one Wednesday each month for fun and lively discussions.
Winter Storytime
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Celebrate the season with Ms. Molly. Join us for stories, songs, and music all about winter! 
Homeschool Learning Lab - Bird Feeders
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
This week, we will be making bird feeders! Please reach out to us if you have allergies to nuts or seeds so that we can accommodate you!
Adult LEGO@ North Regional - Are you a fan of Lego?
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:25am
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Come to North Regional for a morning get together to build with Lego, no matter what their skill-level is. The group has its own stock of LEGO bricks and kits, so no need to bring your own.
Knitting: PM Edition
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North - Tutoring/Study Room #2
Do you enjoy knitting? Join the knitting club! Bring a pair of size 8 bamboo needles and a skein of light-colored worsted weight yarn. New members of all experience levels welcome.
Morning Yoga for Wellness
Fri, Dec 20, 9:30am - 10:30am
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Each class offers a well-rounded sequence of yoga stretches and breathing exercises at easy pace. This is a gentle yoga class that especially welcomes older students.
Food and Fiction Fridays
Fri, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
Come read, talk about books, and enjoy a snack!
Lego Club
Fri, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Let your builder's brain explore in our K-5 Lego Club! Join us to make your creation and if you want, have it displayed in the library until the next Lego Club date!
Write Types: Write on Site
Sat, Dec 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North - Children's Programming Room
If all you need is a dedicated time and quiet place to write, this is for you! Join other writers for a co-working experience. Coffee and tea are provided.
North Regional Chess Club
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
North - Meeting Room - Full Room
Come learn and test your skills against other players. All ages and skill levels welcome. The North Durham Library Chess Club is an affiliate of the United States Chess Federation.
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