Cumberland County Public Library Coding and STEM Programs Set for All Ages

The Cumberland County Public Library coding and STEM programs are back, and it's your chance to learn all kinds of cool new things, regardless of age.

A new series runs from April through June, giving Fayetteville and the surrounding areas a chance to learn technology in fun, innovative ways with the Cumberland County Public Library Coding and STEM classes.

"We're excited to offer these innovative programs to our community," said Cumberland County Public Library Director Faith Phillips. "Opportunities like these provide valuable skills and experiences, helping bridge the digital divide and prepare individuals for success in an increasingly technology-driven world."

There are a lot of programs being held, with different age limits for each of them. The Library says that "Under the banner of "Coding @ Your Library," these programs aim to make technology education accessible and empower community members to explore the exciting world of coding and STEM fields.

Some of the programs set for this round of classes include:

The programs are set for various Cumberland County library branches, so make sure to check the schedule to find the right ones. Code Ninjas is partnering with the Library to make these happen.

Get the full calendar of events here.

The Cumberland County Public Library Coding and STEM programs are made possible by funding from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), as administered by the State Library of North Carolina, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (IMLS grant number LS-252476-OLS-22).

For more information concerning programs at the library, visit cumberlandcountync.gov/library, visit social media at facebook.com/CumberlandCountyPublicLibrary or call 910-483-7727.

There's nothing better than a good comfort movie. And for me, some of the best 90s movies are probably ones you completely forgot existed at all.

There's something about being in my 30s that makes me crave the simpler times. No cell phones. Dial-up internet. Playing in the yard for hours. And of course, getting your hands on a brand new movie. My sister and I used to be huge movie fanatics and it was always so exciting to decide what movies we were going to rent from Blockbuster! If you don't remember Blockbuster... well, bless your heart.

I loved the days where we would gather in my Aunt's living room and watch VHS tapes and DVDs. Seriously, we would sit there and watch the same movies over and over again. Or the days we came home from school and ran to our parents room to pop in the latest Disney movie. My sister and I were such a sucker for great 90s films! I think that's why so many of those movies are special to me.

Not only was I spending time with my best friend, my sister, but I was absorbing the films and discovering my love of movies. To this day, I still feel like I get emotionally attached to movies. But they just don't hit me in the same way they used to.

In the 90s, there were cult classic films that didn't do well until AFTER they were out of theaters. Or you had movies like Clueless that became so quotable you couldn't get away from the impact of the movie. Sure there were "kid" films that I loved like Air Bud or Power Rangers. But I connected even more to 90s movies like Forrest Gump or A League of Their Own. The emotional complexities of those movies hit me so much harder than I ever imagined they could, especially since I was probably only 8 years old!

But that got me thinking about the 90s movies I miss watching today, or haven't seen in a long time, that I almost forgot about! Some of my friends haven't even heard of these movies! There were so many great movies in fact, that I bet a few on this list might surprise you as well. You may have even forgotten they existed!

Check out these five 90s movies that I'll never forget, but you might have.

The ups and downs of divorce and dating from the perspective of 3 men. The cast in this movie is stacked! Matthew Modine, Randy Quaid, Paul Reiser, Janeane Garofalo and more! Plus it will put you right in your feels!

All you need to know is this movie stars George Clooney and Michelle Pfeifer. Who doesn't love a good romcom with two beautiful stars?? This is one of my favorite rainy day movies.

Janeane Garofalo makes the list again! And Uma Thurman joins her! This was one of my favorite movies to rent from Blockbuster! 2 friends, a handsome man, and impersonation- what more on-edge comedy and romance do you need?

How far are you willing to go to remain looking young and beautiful? Goldie Hawn, Meryl Streep and Bruce Willis star in this HILARIOUS movie! A favorite of mine.

John Travolta and Kirstie Alley star in this romantic comedy sequel. And for once, I think I love the sequel more than the original! Plus how can the inner commentary of a baby NOT be funny??