Iris
Location: East Regional Library
Department: Children's services
Iris is a retired Health Educator with the State of North Carolina, serving the public for 34 years. She is an NCSU Emeritus professor and a native of Durham, NC. She is now happily continuing to serve North Carolina citizens in her part-time retirement position as Children’s Library Assistant with the East Regional Library.
Pronouns: she/her
Iris's upcoming events
Mix & Make: Taco Dip
Friday, September 25, 2026 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm
East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane) (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)
Do you love tacos? Join us for our Mix & Make class to create an easy taco dip you will love! Registration is required. All supplies provided.
Ages: Elementary School, Intergenerational, Kindergarten, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds
Family Fables (Storytime)
Saturday, September 26, 2026 • 11:00am - 11:45am
East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane) (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)
Bring the whole family to enjoy interactive stories, action songs, and finger plays, all while spending time with other little ones within your community! Intended ages: 0-5 years old
Ages: Baby, Elementary School, Kindergarten, Pre-School, Toddler
Family Spotlight: Ceramic Flower Painting
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm
East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane) (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)
Create, Paint And Relax... Registration is required. All materials are provided
Ages: Elementary School, Intergenerational, Kindergarten, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds
STEAM Big: Spooky Lava Lamps
Wednesday, October 07, 2026 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm
East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane) (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)
Get into the Halloween spirit by making Spooky Lava Lamps! School-aged children are invited to become mini‑scientists as they discover the immiscible properties of oil and water in this fun STEAM themed craft. Everyone will leave with their very...
Ages: Elementary School
Mix & Make: Cookies In A Jar
Friday, October 09, 2026 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm
East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane) (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)
These cookies will be made with care and the best ingredients for you to take home later and bake. These homemade cookies will bring warmth and joy with every bite! Registration is required. All supplies provided.
Ages: Elementary School, Intergenerational, Kindergarten, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds
Family Crafternoon: Glow In The Dark Rock Painting
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm
East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane) (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)
Come spend an afternoon with family crafting your own unique painted rock with neon colors that glow in the dark!!! Registration is required. All supplies provided.
Ages: Elementary School, Intergenerational, Kindergarten, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds