PRESCHOOL STORY TIME

The Barnes & Noble in Cary will hold preschool story time from 10-10:30 a.m. This will be the last story time in December. For details, call 919-467-1583.

Thursday

EBOOK PROGRAM

A program called "Get Started with Library eBooks" will be 6:30 p.m. at the Eva Perry Regional Library, 2100 Shepherd's Vineyard Drive in Apex. Staff from Wake County's Digital Library will demonstrate how to search for and download eBooks from the library's collections. Patrons will be able to try out eReaders. To sign up, call 919-387-2100.

Saturday

WINTER CANOE HIKE

A winter canoe hike will be from 9-11 a.m. beginning at the boat rental building at Lake Crabtree County Park in Morrisville. Prior canoeing experience is not required. All canoes, paddles and related safety equipment will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars and cameras. Cost is $5 per adult or $10 per canoe. Registration is required. For information, call 919-460-3390. TERRIFIC TREES

Patrons will learn how to identify trees by inspecting the bark and buds from 2-3 p.m. Dec. 17 on the American Tobacco Trail, 1305 White Oak Church Road, Apex. Registration is required. For information, call 919-387-2117.