Health & Wellness | Create Your Own Zen Garden - Gwinnett County Public Library

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 1)

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Cancelled

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.

Early Learning | Toddler & Preschool Dance Party! - For ages 3-5

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

It's time to learn our letters! Join us each week for early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For children ages 3 and up with a caregiver.

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:15am

Dacula Branch

Come join us for fun with music, dancing, and more!

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Community | Norcross Connect: Black History - Sgraffito Art

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

This program will celebrate the work of Lois Mailou Jones, an impressive African-American artist using black oil pastels to create masks.

Learning Labs | Digitizing Family Photos

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 3-5.

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio #2

Learn how you can use library equipment to make a digital archive of your treasured photos.

Community | Ringling Brothers Circus Storytime

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Suwanee Branch

The circus is coming to town! Join us at Suwanee Branch for a special storytime featuring Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey performer, and Suwanee native, Lauren Irving!

Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 2)

Wed, Feb 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.

Cancelled

Wed, Feb 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storybook Stations

Wed, Feb 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Norcross Branch

All Aboard, Our Preschool Train of Learning! Join us for an in-depth Early Learning experience for Preschoolers. Stopping at different stations to learn and improve their skills in reading and exploration.

Library Talk | The Great Backyard Bird Count - for Curious Adults

Wed, Feb 05, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Feb 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Five Forks Branch

The Great Backyard Bird Count takes place every year in February. Join the fun and learn to be a citizen scientist by counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of bird populations around the world! You will also make and take home a bird feeder.

Cancelled

Learning Labs | Valentine Cards with Cricut Demonstration

Wed, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Five Forks Branch

Attend this program to learn how to use the Cricut by seeing a demonstration of how to make custom greeting cards for Valentine?s Day!

Education | Bilingual Beginners ABCs

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Once a week series on learning English basics. This program is meant to be a supplement to their English learning. Join us to practice English ABC's, 123's, different themed words, and writing English.

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Health & Wellness | Valentines Date Night - Personalized Perfume Oil

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn how to make an all natural and moisturizing perfume oil for this Valentines!

STEM - Science | Super Science - Aerodynamics

Wed, Feb 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us as we explore the science of aerodynamics and make a cool craft. For ages 6 - 11.

Wed, Feb 05, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Children practice reading with a volunteer. Registration is now full, but as an alternative, you can use our Book-a-Librarian form to book a slot for a different date and time. Click on the 'Literacy | Reading Buddies' line above and click on the link provided in the description to open that form, then answer the questions, and submit the form.

Registration is now closed

Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn and practice read-aloud skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy! Reading out loud to a buddy helps build confidence, increase fluency, and improve understanding.

Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Community | Movies & Mocktails Trivia Night

Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.

Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us for a Hollywood-themed trivia night where we'll have plenty of friendly competition and some delicious mocktails to sample!

STEM - Engineering | We Love Circuits!

Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Come learn the basics of circuitry with us while making light-up LED Valentine's Day cards!

Gaming | Chess Club

Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set, or use one of ours!

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep Course

Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Are you about to take the exam and interview for US citizenship? Register for our six-week course covering all subject matter related to the US Citizenship exam and interview.

This event is full

Learning Labs | Capcut for Social Media

Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab

Making short form videos for social media doesn't have to be difficult! This class will walk you step-by-step on how to merge audio, video clips, and dynamic text to create social media-ready videos using CapCut.

Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice Chen Style Tai chi, New Frame, Routine One (83 form). Build physical strength, body balance, and relieve stress.

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Wed, Feb 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch

Practice English Conversation skills with others and learn new idioms, vocabulary, and more

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

The program is open for kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and crafts to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten, this program is designed to meet the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten.

Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom

Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us for stories, songs and movement!

Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!

Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun

Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.

Thu, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Hop on over to the children's area to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.

Community | Voices of Empowerment - Teen Art & Literature Celebrating Black History Month

Thu, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Dacula Branch

Come create reflective art and literature celebrating the richness of your history, present, and future.

Language Learning | Movies in English

Thu, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Literacy | READing Paws

Thu, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice their reading skills with trained therapy dogs.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Watch, Discuss and Learn! Join us every other Thursday for our virtual ESL Movie Club to improve your vocabulary, English conversational and listening skills!

Arts | Crafting for Kindness

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Did you know that February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day? Join to us to learn more and create a gift you can share.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Program of whimsical whimsy to ignite a passion for adventure.

Writing | Writers Club - Theme: Outdoors

Thu, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.

Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Looking for a space dedicated towards the craft of writing? Come join Snellville's Writers Club! Each session will include quiet time to sit and write as well as open discussions and workshopping our pieces together. This month's writing theme: Outdoors!

Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!

Education | Get Moving - Raising Awareness for American Heart Month

Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come, first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.

Cancelled

Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

February is American Heart Month. Join us to learn about ways to improve heart health and get moving to get a head start on improving your heart health.

STEM - Mathematics | Math Club

Thu, Feb 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Math Club will help students learn basic math concepts and improve their skills! A program for kids in grades 3-5.

Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us at the Duluth Branch for Reading Club where you can practice and become an active reader!

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories For the Screen

Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us to practice English conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Five Forks Branch

This is a weekly program dedicated to the craft of screenwriting! Attend this program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged to reap the full benefits!

Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dacula Branch

Join us to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for your loved ones with Alzheimer's or Dementia.

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree from an experienced researcher.

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Thu, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!

Fri, Feb 07, 9:00am - 9:25am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime geared for babies, ages 0-2 and their grown-ups!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. for an interactive virtual storytime!

STEM - Engineering | Circuit Science

Fri, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.

Fri, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Use the digital learning day to learn basic circuitry! Make Snappy Circuits, take apart technology, and create a fun take-home project that lights up!

This event is full

Early Learning | Purposeful Play

Fri, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

Purposeful play develops many skills for children. Children develop stronger language, gross motor, fine motor, social skills, and many more.

Cancelled

Community | Norcross Meet Me at the Library

Fri, Feb 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us for an evening of reading-themed activities, crafts, and prizes.

Learning Labs | Lithophane 3D Printing - Heart

Fri, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Do you have a special photo that you love? Join the Learning Labs as we learn how to prepare and print a Heart Lithophane using our 3D printers!

STEM - Science | Invisible Ink - Secret Love Letters

Fri, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Centerville Branch

Have something to say but don't want the world to know? Make messages that magically appear! Leave messages in invisible ink for them.

Family | READing Paws

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lilburn Branch

READing Paws is a program that is dedicated to improving the reading skills of children using registered therapy teams as literacy mentors.

Early Learning | Weekend Storytime

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills to our youngest customers.

Culinary Arts | African American Culinary Heritage - Sweet Treats from the South

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a fun and hands-on experience to learn about African American cooking traditions while developing basic cooking skills!

Learning Labs | Intro to Adobe Premiere Pro

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Centerville Branch - Centerville Learning Lab

Join the Learning Labs as we show you the basics of Adobe Premiere Pro!

Author Talk | Let's Celebrate Black History Month - Author Cicely Lewis: Hair Care and Self Love for Kids

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join Cicely Lewis as she reads excerpts from the Hair Magic series, fostering a love for reading and Black History while celebrating the beauty of natural hair, along with some hair care tips.

STEM - Technology | Coding with Sphero

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Want to learn about coding and flex your math skills while having fun with robots?! Come join us for some coding and math exercises where we?ll use angles, speed, and distance to calculate what directions to give our Sphero to get through a maze!

Arts | Paper Quilling - Learning the Basics

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Are you interested in learning how to do Paper Quilling? Join us for a Paper Quilling basics class. We will learn how to create basic shapes to create a beautiful piece of art!

Learning Labs | Creating Pixel Art

Sat, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Learning Lab Makerspace #127

Creating pixel art is fun and easy with Piskel! Join us as we cover the basics of using this free online program that's accessible from your computer at home.

Community | Lunar New Year Lion Dance - Year of the Snake

Sat, Feb 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Norcross Branch

Celebrate Lunar New Year as the talented students of FASCA Atlanta perform with a Shadow Puppet Show and Lion Dance!

Culinary Arts | Take Care of Your Heart - Heart Healthy Smoothies

Sun, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Sun, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come to Norcross to learn how to take care of your heart by making delicious smoothies!

Literacy | Read to Mr. Bunbun

Sun, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Children ages 5+ are invited to practice their reading skills by reading to a friendly rabbit.

Cancelled

Learning Labs | Intro to Audacity

Sun, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Centerville Branch

Join the Learning Labs as we show you the basics of Audacity!

Early Learning | Sensory Storytime

Sun, Feb 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for an interactive and educational storytime designed for children with sensory integration challenges that combines books, songs, movement, and more!

Gaming | Chess Club

Sun, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment.

Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English conversation on a variety of topics

This event is full

Language Learning | English In Your Language - Japanese

Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual

A virtual meeting for speakers of Japanese to practice English.

Early Learning | Baby & Me

Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for a special tummy time just for babies designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!

STEM - Science | Science Library: Gemology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+

Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Join us as we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.

Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Book Club | Murder with a Twist - Mystery/Fiction Book Club - "Falling" by T. J. Newman

Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join the Mystery/Fiction Book Club in discussing this month's selection, "Falling" by T.J. Newman.

Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Entrepreneurship | Small Business Book Club - Presented by Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center

Mon, Feb 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).

Mon, Feb 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

This group isn't just about reading, it's about dynamic interactions that can reshape your business strategies. Join us to engage in insightful discussions and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs.

Education | I/DD: Your Best Life Skills

Mon, Feb 10, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Virtual

Pat Satterfield of the Dunamis Educational Foundation presents monthly life skills classes for adults and teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and their family members or caregivers. The topic for February will be "Respect and Authority."

Culinary Arts | Rock Cakes Chemistry

Mon, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

Learn about the history the classic British Rock cake and about baking chemistry

STEM Science | La Semana de Amor y Amistad (SAA) - Day 1: Model Your Blood Flow

Mon, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Mon, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

"Heartbeats and Sweethearts: Stay Cardiovascularly Strong!" Join us for day one of our weeklong Valentine's Day celebration by learning about the importance of cardiovascular health.

Culinary Arts | What's Growing On? - French Fried Potatoes

Mon, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!

Mon, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn more about the tower garden and what the garden can do for your health and well-being.

Education | Spelling Bees - Spelling Bee Competition

Mon, Feb 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Ever wish you could take part in a spelling bee?

STEM - Mathematics | Math Club

Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Duluth Branch

K-2nd graders come and build your math skills with games, technology and lots of fun!

Writing | The Art of Letter Writing

Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Want to send a thank you note? A poem? A letter? No better way to let friends and family know you're thinking about them than by sending a hand-written letter.

Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English by practicing their English Fluency through Daily life conversation

Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Arts | Stitched Together Embroidery Club - For Ages 13+

Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Mon, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join us for camaraderie and needlecraft as we practice our embroidery skills!

Family | Evening Storytime

Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a special nighttime storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes; pajamas are encouraged! For children of all ages with a caregiver.

Learning Labs | Make a Soup Bowl Hot Pad

Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Five Forks Branch

Need a project to practice your sewing skills? Join us and sew your own Soup Bowl Hot Pad!

This event is full

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D printing

Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join us to learn what 3D printing is all about with our 3D printers!

Language Programming | Basic English for Spanish Speakers

Mon, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Aprendamos! Let's learn! Una clase familiar de aprendizaje en inglés comenzando con lo básico, Aprendamos con conversación y juegos!

Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Playtime for pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers to meet other families in the community.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

For kids ages 2 and under. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way. This event is Device Free.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lilburn Branch

We will use books, music, rhymes, movement, and fingerplays to introduce pre-literacy and social skills to our toddlers.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.

Job & Career | Hero Day at the Library - Visit from Tooth Fairy

Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

Cancelled

Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join us at the Dacula Branch for cool stories, songs, and a fun visit from a dentist to learn more about oral hygiene and connect with others in educational play!

Language Programming | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for Toddler Time! We read, sing and play in this storytime designed to target the developmental needs of toddlers.

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch

A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Join us as we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for a storytime that uses simple books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest storytime participants.

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Tue, Feb 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special lapsit storytime for infants. This program will introduce books, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Feb 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Storytimes promote the early literacy skills that help children become ready to read with stories, games and songs!

Hobbies | Gift Candle Making

Tue, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Target audience is adults with Intermediate English language fluency.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Centerville Branch

Looking for the perfect gift for your special someone? Join us as we teach you how to make scented candles on a budget.

Culinary Arts | Valentine's Day Smoothie Love Potion

Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a fun, hands-on Valentine's Day event for teens! Learn to craft delicious strawberry "love potion" smoothies, perfect for sharing or enjoying yourself. Sip, socialize, and learn about the versatility and smoothies in the process. All ingredients provided while supplies last.

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Open Your World Online Book Clubs are for readers and aspiring readers to continue building their literacy skills by reading and discussing stories together. We use adapted novels and short stories. In February, we will finish reading "Wired."

STEM - Science | STEM Explosion - Astronomy Night

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Join us at the library as we play space themed games and learn more about galaxies, constellations, and the night sky. Participants will even get to make their own pinwheel galaxies!

Language Programming | Conversations in French

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Have you ever wanted to learn the language of love? Then this program is for you! Learn new phrases, sentences, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

This event is full

Arts | La Semana de Amor y Amistad - Day 2: Time for a Lovely Delivery

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Second day of our Semana de Amor y Amistad. Come by and create your own Valentine's Box with us!

BookTalks | #ReadWoke - Black History Month Family Discussion

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join us for a discussion of #ReadWoke books and graphic novels for teens and parents.

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Arts | Rose Day 3D flowers

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students, in grade 1-5, who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.

Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

This program gives participants an opportunity to make, give, and receive small tokens of appreciation from others ahead of the Valentine's Day Holiday.

Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing - with the Prusa

Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Learning Lab

Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use our printers for your personal projects!

Book Club | "Babysitter's Club" Book Club

Tue, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

A book club for kids designed to encourage reading by having a fun meeting once per month where we discuss a book from the popular series "The Babysitter's Club" followed by a fun activity such as trivia, a word search or a craft.

Book Club | Stitch & Tell - "It's Not All Downhill From Here" by Terry McMillan

Tue, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Learn and practice reading skills with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us for Stitch & Tell, a creative book club, where we will explore different literary worlds and work on a fiber arts project. This month, we're discussing "It's Not All Downhill From Here" by Terry McMillan.

Learning Labs | Intro to the X-Carve

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1

Learn to use a CNC router with the library's X-Carve.

Family | The Generation Games!

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Celebrating the unique and different generations of family members.

Book Club | ATL Reads Virtual Book Club - A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams

Tue, Feb 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom

ATL Reads Book Club welcomes all who enjoy reading a variety of genres.

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 1)

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

It's time to learn our letters! Join us each week for early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For children ages 3 and up with a caregiver.

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Norcross Branch

Join us for tummy time and stories for parent and baby bonding and some fun sing-alongs for an early educational start!

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 1-2 and their caregivers.

Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).

Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Music and Movement

Wed, Feb 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.

Wed, Feb 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a fun program that uses music, wiggles, and giggles to show the connection between reading and rhythm! This program is designed for kids, ages 3 and up.

Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 2)

Wed, Feb 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Community | Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Feb 12, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Feb 12, 12:30pm - 1:15pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling Homeschool families! Please join us for a Homeschool Hangout!

Language Learning | Basic English for Chinese Speakers

Wed, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

Learning Labs | Bros Who Sew - Zipper Pouch

Wed, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Are you a teen who has already taken the sewing basics course and want to practice your sewing? Join us to practice what you've learned by sewing your own zipper pouch!

Registration opens Wednesday, February 5 2025 at 1:00pm

Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group - Community and Conversations

Wed, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Community and Conversations: an Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group. This is a safe space to share thoughts and experiences involving the care of your loved ones with Alzheimer's.

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Heart Expert Daniel Hale Williams

Wed, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grayson Branch

Calling all Homeschoolers! This month, join us to celebrate Black History Month. We'll learn about heart expert, Daniel Hale Williams.

STEM - Technology | Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets Basics

Wed, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come learn how to use Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to create spreadsheets.

Learning Labs | Sewing Pattern Basics

Wed, Feb 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab

Learn the basics of reading a sewing pattern.

Environment | SWANS Club - Salvaging Waste to make Attractive Neat Stuff

Wed, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us at SWANS club, where we Salvage Waste to make Attractive Neat Stuff! This month, make tin cans into bird feeders. All adults are welcome. *While supplies last.

Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.

Health & Wellness | La Semana de Amor y Amistad - Day 3: Pampering Party

Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us for a "Pampering Party!" This heartwarming self-care program is designed to help you embrace self-love through creative activities, mindfulness practices, and personal reflection.

Gaming | Apprentice Planeswalker Guild - Magic: The Gathering Commander League

Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Dacula Branch

Casual Magic: the Gathering group where we learn to play the Commander format. Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Decks provided or bring your own.

Hobbies | Awesome Art - Pointillism Paintings

Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Wed, Feb 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Budding artist? Join us! Come learn about different materials and methods of art and create your own masterpiece! (Please dress to be messy!)

Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Culinary Arts | Cheesy Creations: Mozzarella

Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.

Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to make fresh mozzarella cheese from scratch! Discover the art of cheese-making and enjoy tasting your delicious creations.

Community | Knitted Together - A Knitting & Crocheting Meet Up

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join us in knitting and crocheting while connecting with other community members! All skill levels are welcome.

Community | Tarot Club

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Every Full Moon at Centerville Library, Tarot enthusiasts come together! This program will go over readings they patrons may have questions on so they can get clarity in a group. We?ll do a monthly tarot forecast to see what each participant has to look forward to! **BRING YOUR OWN CARDS**

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep Course

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Are you about to take the exam and interview for US citizenship? Register for our six-week course covering all subject matter related to the US Citizenship exam and interview.

This event is full

Family | Lots of Love Storytime - Valentine's Day Theme

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for a fun storytime filled with love, giggles, and stories that will warm your heart, then craft a Valentine for someone you love!

Learning Labs | Collaborative Art with Magma

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Learning Lab Makerspace #127

Magma is a collaborative art program that is free and accessible from your browser at home. Join us to learn the basics of Magma so you can start creating with your friends!

STEM - Science | Turning Milk into Plastic

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice Chen Style Tai chi, New Frame, Routine One (83 form). Build physical strength, body balance, and relieve stress.

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Did you know that you can turn milk into plastic? Come join us to create milk plastic together!

Finance & Budget | Stock Market Simulator - Virtual Investment Club For Teens

Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch

Practice English Conversation skills with others and learn new idioms, vocabulary, and more

Wed, Feb 12, 7:00pm - 7:50pm

Lilburn Branch

Teens compete in a 10-week stock market simulation to see who can amass the largest portfolio.

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Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie at the Dacula Branch for our Preschool Storytime, featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more! Targeted for the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten.

Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us for stories, songs and movement!

Book Club | Hybrid Book Club

Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.

Thu, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a friendly discussion of "All the Sinners Bleed" by SA Cosby

Health and Wellness | Get Moving with Zumba!

Thu, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

You are invited to join us for a free, fun and motivational zumba class. Come with an open mindset to explore traditional latino dances as you exercise. No dancing experience needed

Education | Detective for a Day!

Thu, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Ever wondered what it's like to be a real crime scene detective? Unleash your inner sleuth and learn the basics of forensic science during an interactive mystery at the library!

Community | Hearts & Crafts @ Your Library - Make a Heart for Heart Health

Thu, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us to learn about heart health with Ms. Kimberly Goodloe - Heart Valve Ambassador with the American Heart Association and make a heart for heart health with a variety of Valentine?s Day crafts.

Explore the Library | Libby and Kanopy 101

Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Duluth Branch

Would you like to learn more about our audio books/ e-books that you can download right to your phone or tablet? Would you also like to watch movies that include documentary or foreign films? Then join us at the Duluth branch and learn more.

Book Club | The Next Chapter - Suwanee Book Club

Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Thu, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon.

Community | Culture Splash - Culturally Black Game Night

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Dominos...Spades...Uno...Does this sound like a great game night to you? Come through then! Even if you don't know how to play, we got you. We're here for fun this Black History Month!

Arts | La Semana de Amor y Amistad - Day 4: Heart to Heart Card Making

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come by and create various Valentine's Day cards to share with others!

STEM - Technology | Code Club

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice coding skills in a social setting with self-guided courses from Fiero Code.

This event is full

Education | U.S Presidential Kids Trivia

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

February 17 is President?s Day and what better way to celebrate than with some presidential trivia. Join us to learn and test your POTUS knowledge.

Community | Great Backyard Bird Count

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Want to join the Great Backyard Bird Count? Join us to prepare for the event. We will also make a simple bird feeder.

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Program of whimsical whimsy to ignite a passion for adventure.

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Take home a free YA book today!

Community | Magic: The Gathering

Thu, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Thu, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come together with your Mountain Park community as we take a dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering! Open to beginners and experienced players alike.

AuthorTalk | Children's Black Author Series - Honey Moore - Skyie Pie

Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Centerville for a series of African American Authors reaching audiences of all ages.

Early Learning | Pajama Storytime

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Bring your favorite stuffed animal and/or blanket and join Ms. Sarah for an evening storytime in your pajamas.

Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Come to learn how to play, learn more about, and/or enjoy the classic board games of chess and checkers!

Community | Teen Advisory Council

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us to practice English conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

Gaming | Chess Knight

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Love to play chess? Join us for an hour of game play. All levels and ages are welcome. Registration is Required.

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for our monthly Teen Advisory Council (TAC) meeting where you can help with library programs and earn volunteer credit!

Finance & Budget | Into 2 Passive Income

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for an engaging library program on passive income, where you'll learn innovative strategies to earn money with minimal effort.

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories For the Screen

Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Five Forks Branch

Education | Canine Conversations - Training Your New Dog or Puppy

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mountain Park Branch

Ken Pemberton, positive reinforcement focused trainer/instructor with the American Kennel Club, teaches you a science-based approach to training your new canine companion.

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Grayson Branch

Take home a free YA book today!

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Thu, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!

Fri, Feb 14, 9:00am - 9:25am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime geared for babies, ages 0-2 and their grown-ups!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. for an interactive virtual storytime!

Environment | Bird Walk - Counting Birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count

Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.

Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Everyone is invited to join us in participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count. This annual event invites community scientists (you!) to count birds in our community and send the data to trained scientists for study.

Author Talk | Ravynn Stringfield - "Love Requires Chocolate"

Fri, Feb 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom

Join author Ravynn Stringfield as she discusses her debut YA romance novel, "Love Requires Chocolate."

Arts | Hearts and Tints: A painting lesson

Fri, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

This tints and shades painting lesson for kids is an excellent hands-on introduction for young artists!

Rescheduled

Culinary Arts | Valentine's Day Smoothie Love Potion

Fri, Feb 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New date Tuesday, February 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dacula Branch

Culinary Arts | La Semana de Amor y Amistad - Day 5: Sweets for my Sweetie

Fri, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

The Grand Finale to our Semana de Amor y Amistad! Come by and create a sweet treat for someone special! Decorate, Wrap, Sign and Deliver your Amor y Amistad!

Family | Weekend Storytime

Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join in the fun and promote early literacy with the whole family as we read stories and sing songs! For children of all ages with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Family Storytime - Black History Month

Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Bring the whole family out for a fun Saturday morning storytime and craft! This month's theme is Black History Month.

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Children ages 6-11 are invited to join us to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.

Family | READing Paws

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lilburn Branch

READing Paws is a program that is dedicated to improving the reading skills of children using registered therapy teams as literacy mentors.

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

It's time to learn our letters! Join us this month to focus on early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For ages 3+

STEM - Engineering | Architectural Wonders of the World - The Great Pyramids of Giza

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

It's time to learn our letters! Join us this month to focus on early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For ages 3+

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn how to build the Great Pyramids of Giza out of construction paper, cardboard, and other recycled materials.

Culinary Arts | Soup-er Stock - Miso Madness!

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us as we learn how to make a dashi stock, including an in-branch tasting!

Health & Wellness | Healthy Love

Sat, Feb 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Centerville Branch

Happy Valentine's Day! Whether you're single, in a relationship, or in a situationship, join us for an afternoon of activities and fun while we learn about healthy relationships.

Cancelled

Arts | Black History Month Ballet Class

Sun, Feb 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Suwanee Branch

Join us to celebrate Black History month by learning about the iconic Misty Copeland! Following a brief presentation, participants will take an introductory ballet class and learn some basic steps.

Sun, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Gaming | Chess Club

Sun, Feb 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Grayson Branch

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment.

Language Learning | English In Your Language - Japanese

Mon, Feb 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English conversation on a variety of topics

This event is full

Mon, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual

A virtual meeting for speakers of Japanese to practice English.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime - Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Today we are celebrating Misters Rogers' Neighborhood through imagination, fun stories, music & movement in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.

STEM - Science | Science Library: Gemology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+

Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

STEM Science | Hibernation! Who does it? And How?

Mon, Feb 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Bears hibernate, but who else?? Come and learn more about hibernation and the critters that do it. We will make a fun little cozy critter to take home with you!

Literacy | Presidents' Day Storytime

Mon, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us on Presidents' Day for a special storytime. We'll be reading "If I Ran For President" and doing president-themed activities.

STEM - Science | All about Crickets!

Mon, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dacula Branch

Learn about crickets and enjoy a tasty cookie treat

Arts | Pocket Libraries: Build Your Own Mini Library

Mon, Feb 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join us this February for "Pocket Libraries: Build Your Own Mini Library"! Create your own charming tin box library filled with your favorite books and share your love for reading in a fun and creative way. Perfect for all ages!

Community | Presidents' Day Fun @ the Library

Mon, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

In celebration of Presidents' Day, come learn about U.S. presidents in early U.S. history through interactive games and crafts.

Book Club | Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club - "All Her Little Secrets" by Wanda Morris

Mon, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Mon, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Grayson Branch

A crime, a disappearance, or a mysterious happening--if trouble's brewing, it may be on our menu! Join Grayson's Mystery Book Club in reading this month's selection, "All Her Little Secrets" by Wanda Morris!

Gaming | Puzzlepalooza!

Mon, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

School's out today! Let's have a Puzzlepalooza!

STEM - Engineering | Rube Goldberg Machines

Mon, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Celebrate Engineers Week by learning about Rube Goldberg machines and the physics principles behind it! Then, make one using common household objects.

Mon, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English by practicing their English Fluency through Daily life conversation

Culinary Arts | Date Night at the Library

Mon, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Mon, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for a Valentine's date night! Learn how to cook a dish while your children complete an activity in a different area of the branch.

This event is full

AuthorTalk | Black Author Series - Fatima R. Henson - "Love in the Age of Dragons"

Mon, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Mon, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Centerville for a series of African American Authors reaching audiences of all ages.

Writing | I Survived: Creative Writing Seminar

Mon, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dacula Branch

We are sharing real stories of triumph. Come tell yours!

Language Programming | Basic English for Spanish Speakers

Mon, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Aprendamos! Let's learn! Una clase familiar de aprendizaje en inglés comenzando con lo básico, Aprendamos con conversación y juegos!

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Playtime for pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers to meet other families in the community.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lilburn Branch

We will use books, music, rhymes, movement, and fingerplays to introduce pre-literacy and social skills to our toddlers.

Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

Language Programming | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for Toddler Time! We read, sing and play in this storytime designed to target the developmental needs of toddlers.

Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime - Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for a storytime that uses simple books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest storytime participants.

Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Today we are celebrating Misters Rogers' Neighborhood through imagination, fun stories, music & movement in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.

Tue, Feb 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Storytimes promote the early literacy skills that help children become ready to read with stories, games and songs!

Author Talk | Marie Benedict

Tue, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Target audience is adults with Intermediate English language fluency.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join New York Times bestselling author Marie Benedict as she discusses her newest novel, The Queens of Crime.

This event is full

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

Tue, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree from an experienced researcher.

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Tue, Feb 18, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Language Programming | Conversations in French

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Have you ever wanted to learn the language of love? Then this program is for you! Learn new phrases, sentences, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

This event is full

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Community | Math Club - Pokemon Card Game

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students, in grade 1-5, who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.

Cancelled

Tue, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch

Build your double digit math and critical thinking skills as you play the Pokemon Card game.

Health & Wellness | Polish Your Crown - Hair Care Basics

Tue, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Join us for an empowering hair workshop that will provide you with essential tips and techniques for caring for and styling your hair. Learn about different hair types, the best products for your needs, and effective routines to promote healthy hair. Whether you're looking to enhance your natural texture or explore new styles, this class will celebrate and nurture your unique beauty. Embrace your hair and discover the joy of self-care!

Tue, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Tue, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!

STEM - Engineering | Lego Junior Builders - Space Exploration: Celebrating Black Space History

Tue, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Tue, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Celebrate Black History Month with a fun, creative Lego build! Children, ages 6-11, will explore the achievements of African American space pioneers while developing problem-solving and STEM skills.

Health & Wellness | Nature Mandalas for Reducing Stress

Tue, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Learn and practice reading skills with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn about the process, the culture, and the mindfulness of mandalas. Patrons will create their own nature mandalas to bring home.

Jobs & Careers | Google Guides - Intro to Google Docs

Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Save time, increase efficiency, and improve the quality of your documents with Google Docs. This session will equip you with the skills to create professional-looking documents effortlessly.

STEM - Science | Lava Lamp

Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Make a small lava lamp and learn how it works!

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing - Prusa 3D Printers

Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1

Learn the basics of 3D Printing with our Prusa 3D printers!

Community | Library on Tap - at Social Fox Brewing

Tue, Feb 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Social Fox Brewing

Kickback with Gwinnett County Public Library at Social Fox Brewing!

Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 1)

Wed, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Wed, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Wed, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Health & Wellness | Postpartum Health Awareness - Presented by Mothers Helping Hands

Wed, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 1-2 and their caregivers.

Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Are you a new or expecting parent? Gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate the joys and challenges of postpartum care, newborn care, and child safety.

Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).

Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 2)

Wed, Feb 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.

Wed, Feb 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Early Learning | Preschool Storybook Stations

Wed, Feb 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Norcross Branch

Learning Labs | Intro to Sewing Machines

Wed, Feb 19, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Five Forks Branch

Learn to use the library's sewing machines. Registration required.

Registration opens Wednesday, February 12 2025 at 1:00pm

Language Learning | Basic English for Chinese Speakers

Wed, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

Education | Bilingual Beginners ABCs

Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.

Arts | Painting Like Alma Thomas

Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn about the vibrant colors of Alma Thomas' paintings. Create your own painting inspired by her work.

Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Family | Game On! at the Library

Wed, Feb 19, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Registration is now closed

Wed, Feb 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Bring the whole family to the library for an afternoon of great games. Revisit old favorites, discover new ones, and spend time connecting with loved ones!

Community | Language Exchange / Intercambio de Idiomas - Restaurants

Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn and practice read-aloud skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy! Reading out loud to a buddy helps build confidence, increase fluency, and improve understanding.

Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Ever wanted a safe space to meet your community all while learning about their cultural backgrounds and languages they may speak? Then join us as we simulate a date night to practice our languages!

Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

STEM - Engineering | Lego Club - Engineer's Week

Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.

Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Are you looking for a fun challenge? Construct various shapes and designs utilizing Lego pieces and compete with others. This month we will explore with building unique structures!

Learning Labs | Audio Recording with Audacity

Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice Chen Style Tai chi, New Frame, Routine One (83 form). Build physical strength, body balance, and relieve stress.

Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Learning Lab Recording Studio #128

Join us as we go over the basics of how to use the free audio recording software Audacity.

Book Club | The Murder With Friends Chapter! - Our Virtual Murder Mystery Book Club

Wed, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch

Practice English Conversation skills with others and learn new idioms, vocabulary, and more

Wed, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about The Cutting Season by Attica Locke.

Jobs & Careers | Mobile Career Lab

Thu, Feb 20, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Seeking Employment? Get help from the Mobile Career Lab.

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Book Club | Cozy Book Club

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten.

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Cozy Mystery book. This month's book is "A Glimmer of Death" by Valerie Wilson Wesley.

Jobs & Careers | Resume Workship - Tips and Best Practices for Building Your Resumé

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us for stories, songs and movement!

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Need help with building or improving your resume? Come and learn some tips and tricks to create the best resume you can!

Education | Homeschool Hangout - WPA and African American Artists

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Our monthly get together for homeschooling families. This month we are learning about the WPA and African American Artists (Works Progress Administration)

Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!

STEM - Science | Homeschool Hangout

Thu, Feb 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Learn how to make art using M&Ms and hot water.

Language Learning | Movies in English

Thu, Feb 20, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Watch, Discuss and Learn! Join us every other Thursday for our virtual ESL Movie Club to improve your vocabulary, English conversational and listening skills!

Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Raising Resilience | Squishmallow Painting - For Ages 8+

Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Come unwind with some cuddly friends and paint Squishmallows!

Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Program of whimsical whimsy to ignite a passion for adventure.

Explore the Library | Kanopy Film Club - Woman in Motion (2019)

Thu, Feb 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.

Thu, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Learn about something new by watching a film on Kanopy and joining us in the library for a lively discussion!

Thu, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Thu, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!

STEM - Engineering | Black STEM Bingo

Thu, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Thu, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Do you have a large knowledge of Black people who have contributed to the STEM field? Come and test your knowledge with a game of Bingo that explores the various contributions of Black people in the STEM field.

Book Club | "I Survived" Book club

Thu, Feb 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

A book club for kids designed to help them get reading by having a fun meeting once per month where we discuss a book from the popular series "I Survived".

Thu, Feb 20, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Take home a free YA book today!

Culinary Arts | Cook, Soothe, Thrive

Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us at the Duluth Branch for Reading Club where you can practice and become an active reader!

Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn about all the different ways you can grow and use fresh herbs, from tasty recipes to crafts and self care.

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories For the Screen

Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Five Forks Branch

Author Talk | Tiffany L. Warren

Thu, Feb 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join author Tiffany L. Warren as she discusses her historical fiction novel, "The Unexpected Diva," about the first Black prima donna Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield.

Early Learning | Little Artist - Henri Matisse

Thu, Feb 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!

Fri, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for our Little Artist program where we learn about different art styles and artists and make a craft to take home! For ages 5 and under with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Music and Movement

Fri, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.

Fri, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for an energetic program that uses music and movement activities to improve your child's balance, coordination, and rhythm!

Author Talk | Laura Elizabeth

Fri, Feb 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join author Laura Elizabeth as she discusses her newest book in The Island Mysteries series, "A Special Kind of Heartache."

Education | American Girl - An Immersive Experience

Fri, Feb 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn about health, history, and saving through American girl dolls. Adult collectors, parents, and children alike are all welcome to join us for these once a month experiences

Health & Wellness | CPR & AED Training - Be Prepared for an Emergency

Sat, Feb 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Mountain Park Branch

Participants will learn hands-on CPR and AED techniques through demonstrations for adults, children, and infants as well as how to assist a choking infant.

Genealogy | Researching African American Ancestors

Sat, Feb 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Learn proven techniques to effectively research African American genealogy.

This event is full

Health & Wellness | Chair Yoga

Sat, Feb 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Come bend, stretch, and breathe in an accessible and gentle yoga class ? all without leaving your chair!

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

Sat, Feb 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab

Learn the basics of 3D Printing with our Lulzbots 3D printers! Ages 13+.

Education | One in Math

Sat, Feb 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Norcross Branch

A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.

Community | Power in Presidential Portraits

Sat, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Centerville Branch

Power can be communicated in subtle ways... Come learn about the symbols of power shown in presidential portraits.

Learning Labs | 3D Design with TinkerCAD

Sat, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Learning Lab

Get an introduction on using the free website Tinkercad to create your own 3D models! Ages 12+.

Registration opens Saturday, February 8 2025 at 2:00pm

Hobbies | Sustainable Style Series - Finding Your Personal Style

Sat, Feb 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Explore tips and tricks for finding your own individual style and curating your closet, so you can take your everyday look to the next level.

Early Learning | Weekend Storytime

Sun, Feb 23, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Join Ms. Mirka for a friendship-themed storytime as we read stories and sing songs! For individual children and their accompanying adult(s).

Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun

Sun, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Hop on over to the children's area to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.

Raising Resiliance | Interplay for Resilience

Sun, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Sun, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Duluth Branch

All ages are invited to join us for 90 minutes of structured play, joy, movement, and interactive storytelling. InterPlay tools and methods will be introduced incrementally so they are accessible to all bodies. Unlock the wisdom of your body with InterPlay and discover for yourself how resilient you can be.

Literacy | Read to Oliver the Cat

Sun, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Practice your reading while you visit with Oliver the therapy cat.

Gaming | Chess & Go

Sun, Feb 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and play Chess or Go in a friendly environment.

Mon, Feb 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English conversation on a variety of topics

This event is full

Language Learning | English In Your Language - Japanese

Mon, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Mon, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual

A virtual meeting for speakers of Japanese to practice English.

Mon, Feb 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a special monthly program designed just for infants!

STEM - Science | Science Library: Gemology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+

Mon, Feb 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Join us as we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.

Mon, Feb 24, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Mon, Feb 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Entrepreneurship | Small Business Book Club - Presented by Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center

Mon, Feb 24, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).

Mon, Feb 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

This group isn't just about reading, it's about dynamic interactions that can reshape your business strategies. Join us to engage in insightful discussions and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs.

Mon, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Mon, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!

Mon, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Take home a free YA book today!

Mon, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English by practicing their English Fluency through Daily life conversation

Mon, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

STEM - Science | STEAM Club - Soundwaves

Mon, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Mon, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dacula Branch

Use musical instrument to learn all about soundwaves

Learning Labs | Soldering Workshop

Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Five Forks Branch

Come learn the basics of soldering for electronics.

Registration opens Monday, February 17 2025 at 6:00pm

Language Programming | Basic English for Spanish Speakers

Mon, Feb 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Aprendamos! Let's learn! Una clase familiar de aprendizaje en inglés comenzando con lo básico, Aprendamos con conversación y juegos!

Book Club | Hamilton Mill Book Club

Mon, Feb 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a lively discussion every month. The Hamilton Mill Book Club meets every fourth Monday of the month to discuss a book chosen by our group members. Connect with your community through your love for reading, and try new books as a group.

Tue, Feb 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Playtime for pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers to meet other families in the community.

Tue, Feb 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lilburn Branch

We will use books, music, rhymes, movement, and fingerplays to introduce pre-literacy and social skills to our toddlers.

Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.

Language Programming | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Join us as we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.

Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for a storytime that uses simple books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest storytime participants.

Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Tue, Feb 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Storytimes promote the early literacy skills that help children become ready to read with stories, games and songs!

Book Club | Korean Reading Club Atlanta

Tue, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Target audience is adults with Intermediate English language fluency.

This event is full

Tue, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Duluth Branch

Korean Reading Club for adults. "How to live healthy" will be the theme for January to share thoughts and opinions.

AuthorTalk | Black Author Series: Ashley King - God's ABC's: Learning Letters Through Scripture from A to Z

Tue, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Tue, Feb 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Centerville for a series of African American Authors reaching audiences of all ages.

Language Programming | Conversations in French

Tue, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Have you ever wanted to learn the language of love? Then this program is for you! Learn new phrases, sentences, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

This event is full

Tue, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Bare Minimum Book Club - Indigenous Women's Stories

Tue, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students, in grade 1-5, who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.

Tue, Feb 25, All day

Centerville Branch

A very casual book club based on a topic. Everyone is welcome. This month, we are reading books uplifting Indigenous women's voices.

Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!

STEM - Science | African-American Scientist and Inventor Day

Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us to learn about important and cool African-American scientists and inventors such as Augustus Jackson, the "Father of Ice Cream" who invented a better way of making ice cream. Then make ice cream with us using his technique.

AuthorTalk | Black Author Series - Mikaela Clifford - Vibes of Faith

Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Centerville for a series of African American Authors reaching audiences of all ages.

STEM - Science | Build a Pokemon Terrarium

Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn about creating a vibrant ecosystem through making a Pokemon-themed terrarium!

Registration opens Tuesday, February 11 2025 at 5:00pm

Learning Labs | Composition and Blocking for Film

Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Learning Lab

Come and learn techniques for composing and blocking a film, and how to use these tools to help tell your story!

Community | Black History Month Celebration

Tue, Feb 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Come to our Black History Month program where Black excellence is welcomed, heard, and celebrated.

College Prep | Financial Aid 101

Tue, Feb 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Learn and practice reading skills with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us to learn about financial aid programs that can help fund your college experience and minimize loans!

Writing | Budding Authors' Writing Club

Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Attention all aspiring writers! Do you find yourself yearning to unleash your imagination into the written word but are unsure of where to begin? Join us for our monthly Writing Club to help you grow as a writer and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for writing!

Health & Wellness | Infertility Support Group

Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us to discuss issues, build ways to boost self care and mental health, and meet others who are in the same journey navigating infertility.

Wed, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Wed, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Wed, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

It's time to learn our letters! Join us each week for early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For children ages 3 and up with a caregiver.

Wed, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 1-2 and their caregivers.

Wed, Feb 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).

Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics

Wed, Feb 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 3-5.

Wed, Feb 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1

Learn to use the library's sewing machines. Registration required.

Registration opens Wednesday, February 12 2025 at 11:00am

Senior Living | BrainGames!

Wed, Feb 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.

Wed, Feb 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Bring your own lunch and join other seniors for BrainGames! Stimulate your brain with games, puzzles, and conversations. Social and cognitive art therapy included!

Language Learning | Basic English for Chinese Speakers

Wed, Feb 26, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Feb 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

Education | Bilingual Beginners ABCs

Wed, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Wed, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.

Wed, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Early Learning | Un Poquito de Español - Dia del Amor y Amistad

Wed, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Wed, Feb 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Do you want your kids to learn a little bit of Spanish? Join us this month for a fun bilingual storytime and activity on El Dia del Amor y Amistad, or Valentine's Day!

Wed, Feb 26, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Registration is now closed

Early Learning | Family Storytime

Wed, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn and practice read-aloud skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy! Reading out loud to a buddy helps build confidence, increase fluency, and improve understanding.

Wed, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

The program is open for kids ages 3-5 and their family. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.

Wed, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Book Club | Genre Jumpers

Wed, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.

Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

This in-person book club will explore books from different genres every month. Fiction, Non Fiction, Graphic Novels, Sci-Fi and more! This month's book is: "Twenty-Four Seconds from Now..." by Jason Reynolds.

Book Club | Themed Book Club for Adults

Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Offsite

Join us at TradeWind Coffee Co. for a friendly discussion about books that fit this month's theme: "Covers That Call". Choose books based on their cover art.

Community | Storytime & Culture Craft - Black History Month

Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for a storytime to celebrate Black History Month! Children can learn about the vast diaspora of African American cultures through stories highlighting amazing authors, singing African folk songs, and creating your own African Djembe drum!

Learning Labs | Airbrushing Demonstration

Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab

Come watch an airbrushing demonstration and learn how to set up, use, and clean an airbrush. Ages 13+

Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice Chen Style Tai chi, New Frame, Routine One (83 form). Build physical strength, body balance, and relieve stress.

Finance & Budget | Stock Market Simulator - Virtual Investment Club For Teens

Wed, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch

Practice English Conversation skills with others and learn new idioms, vocabulary, and more

Wed, Feb 26, 7:00pm - 7:50pm

Lilburn Branch

Teens compete in a 10-week stock market simulation to see who can amass the largest portfolio.

This event is full

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

Early Learning | Early Learning Event @ the Library

Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join Ms. Montoya and friends from Play2Learn and Gwinnett Building Babies Brains for story time, music and movement, and early learning activities for children, 0-5, and their parents or caregivers.

Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Community | Storytime Special: African Folklore - With Miss Sharon Riggs - Black History Month

Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Thu, Feb 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come and listen to African Folklore tales told by professional storyteller Sharon Riggs in celebration of Black History Month!

Book Club | Open Your World Book Club - For Adults with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Thu, Feb 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.

Thu, Feb 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Join us virtually each week as we read "The Gold Bug" by Edgar Allan Poe together! Registration required.

Education | IDD: Your Best Life Skills Class

Thu, Feb 27, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Thu, Feb 27, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Virtual

Join us for engaging and educational monthly life skills classes for adults and teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and their family members or caregivers. Our presentations are fun, engaging, and educational. The topic for February is "Following Directions."

Thu, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Thu, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Thu, Feb 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.

Thu, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Thu, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!

Health & Wellness | Get Moving - Raising Awareness for American Heart Month

Thu, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Thu, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

February is American Heart Month. Join us to learn about ways to improve heart health and get moving to get a head start on improving your heart health.

Arts | Comics Club - How to Draw Hands

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Collaboration Room

Learn how to draw hands in any position or angle you wish!

Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Come to learn how to play, learn more about, and/or enjoy the classic board games of chess and checkers!

AuthorTalk | Black Author Series - Ba!ley - Dreamreacher Diary

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us to practice English conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Centerville for a series of African American Authors reaching audiences of all ages.

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories For the Screen

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Five Forks Branch

Early Learning | Music & Movement

Thu, Feb 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!

Fri, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for an energetic program that uses music and movement activities to improve your child's balance, coordination, and rhythm!

Early Learning | Satur-YAY Storytime

Fri, Feb 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.

Sat, Mar 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Bring the whole family and join Ms. Sarah for a Saturday storytime before the start of Read Across America week!

Education | One in Math

Sat, Mar 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Norcross Branch

A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.

Early Learning | Storytime in English and Spanish

Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a special bilingual storytime with student volunteers from Central Gwinnett High School's HoPe club!

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing - Prusa & PrusaSlicer

Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use the Learning Lab printers for your personal projects!

Sun, Mar 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Cancelled

Literacy | READing Paws

Sun, Mar 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice their reading skills with trained therapy dogs.

Mon, Mar 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English conversation on a variety of topics

This event is full

Language Learning | English In Your Language - Japanese

Mon, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Mon, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual

A virtual meeting for speakers of Japanese to practice English.

Early Learning | Baby & Me

Mon, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for a special storytime just for babies (pre-walkers) designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!

STEM - Science | Science Library: Ichthyology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+

Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

STEM - Science | Homeschool Hangout - Solar Eclipse

Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.

Mon, Mar 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dacula Branch

Learn all about the solar eclipse

Book Club | Adult Fiction Book Club

Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!

Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Are you eager to talk about your new favorite book? Join us to discuss great books at our Fiction Book Club.

Health & Wellness | Gluten Games - Can You Identify Gluten Free Foods?

Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Are you recently diagnosed Celiac or gluten intolerant? Come visit the Centerville branch to learn how to identify gluten containing vs. gluten-free foods through games!

Mon, Mar 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English by practicing their English Fluency through Daily life conversation

STEM - Science | School Age Science

Mon, Mar 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Mon, Mar 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Have you ever wondered what the DNA in cells looks like to the naked eye? Join us for the extraction of a strawberry's DNA.

STEM - Engineering | Paper Roller Coasters

Mon, Mar 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Five Forks Branch

Explore your inner engineer by making your own paper roller coaster! Join us to learn about physics's most thrilling ride.

Language Programming | Basic English for Spanish Speakers

Mon, Mar 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Norcross Branch

Aprendamos! Let's learn! Una clase familiar de aprendizaje en inglés comenzando con lo básico, Aprendamos con conversación y juegos!

Tue, Mar 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Playtime for pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers to meet other families in the community.

Tue, Mar 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.

Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for Toddler Time! We read, sing and play in this storytime designed to target the developmental needs of toddlers.

Early Learning | Read Across America

Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lilburn Branch

Let's celebrate Read Across America with a variety of stories, crafts and activities.

Education | Preschool Playgroup & Parent Support

Tue, Mar 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Learn some strategies for raising resilient kids and share your parenting tips. Build a caring community of support while your preschoolers engage in independent play activities.

Language Programming | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Tue, Mar 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Tue, Mar 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for a storytime that uses simple books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest storytime participants.

Tue, Mar 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Tue, Mar 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.

Book Club | Mystery and Crime Book Club - "We Were Never Here" by Andrea Bartz

Tue, Mar 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Target audience is adults with Intermediate English language fluency.

This event is full

Tue, Mar 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Please join us to help unravel a story of crime and intrigue. This month we'll be discussing "We Were Never Here" by Andrea Bartz.

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Tue, Mar 04, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Tue, Mar 04, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Tue, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students, in grade 1-5, who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.

Arts | Art Club- Creative Partners - Drawing Plants with Brush & Ink

Tue, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Tue, Mar 04, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Learn new art techniques by exploring your own creative process and learn to be playful! This month?s technique: Use brush and India ink to draw potted house plants.

Culinary Arts | Flapjacks for Dinner

Tue, Mar 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Celebrate National Flapjack Day through learning to make a flapjack in a variety of ways!

Registration opens Tuesday, February 18 2025 at 9:00am

Gaming | Chess & Go

Tue, Mar 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us to learn and play Chess or Go!

Tue, Mar 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Tue, Mar 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!

Culinary Arts | Kids Culinary - Green Eggs and Ham

Tue, Mar 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Tue, Mar 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Kids come and learn to cook! This month we will learn how to make Green Eggs and Ham.

Registration opens Sunday, February 23 2025 at 9:00am

Gaming | Let's Role! - Dungeons & Dragons

Tue, Mar 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Learn and practice reading skills with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

Tue, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Ready for adventure, but looking for a group to play with? Join us as we learn and play Dungeons and Dragons in a short-form campaign.

Community | Women's History Month - The Fight to Wear Pants

Tue, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

During this Women's History Month, join us to learn about how women fought for the right to wear pants. Be sure to come wearing your favorite pair of pants!

Writing | Poetry Writers' Group

Tue, Mar 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Calling all poets! Join us virtually to review and receive constructive critique on your own work or to share a poem you love.

Wed, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Early Learning | Toddler Time (session 1)

Wed, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Wed, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Wed, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

It's time to learn our letters! Join us each week for early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For children ages 3 and up with a caregiver.

Wed, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:45am

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).

Wed, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Preschool Storybook Stations

Wed, Mar 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.

Wed, Mar 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Norcross Branch

All Aboard, Our Preschool Train of Learning! Join us at Norcross for an in-depth Early Learning experience for Preschoolers. Stop at different stations to learn and improve their skills in reading and exploration.

Language Learning | Basic English for Chinese Speakers

Wed, Mar 05, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Mar 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

STEM - Engineering | Design a Parachute

Wed, Mar 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Let's fly into Spring by learning how to make our own paper parachute.

Learning Labs | How to Make a Zipper Pouch

Wed, Mar 05, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab

Learn how to sew and assemble a simple zipper pouch. Registration required.

This event is full

Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.

Community | Malala's Magic Pencil

Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Hear the story of Malala's Magic Pencil. Make your own artwork about what you would do with your own magic pencil.

Health & Wellness | Cold Season DIY - Lip Scrub

Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn how to make an all natural and moisturizing lip scrub for this winter! * Children need to be accompanied and assisted by a guardian*

Registration opens Wednesday, February 26 2025 at 4:00pm

STEM - Science | Super Science : Bridges

Wed, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us as we explore the science of bridges and make a cool craft. For ages 6 - 11.

Wed, Mar 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Wed, Mar 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.

Learning Labs | Illustration Workshop - Birds with Watercolor

Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Duluth Branch

Practice English Conversation skills with others and learn new idioms, vocabulary and more

Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Learning Lab Makerspace #127

Are you interested in children's book illustration? In this hands-on program we will go over the basics of using watercolor to create birds and natural environments for your portfolio.

Registration opens Wednesday, February 19 2025 at 9:00am

Family | Superhero Storytime - Superhero's Greatest Gals

Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice Chen Style Tai chi, New Frame, Routine One (83 form). Build physical strength, body balance, and relieve stress.

Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Dress up like your favorite superhero and join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch to save the day! This will be a super storytime the whole family can enjoy together. In celebration of Women's History Month we'll shine a spotlight on the outstanding women in the superhero universes!

Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!

Early Learning | Stuffie Animal Clinic - For Ages 3 - 5

Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:15am

Dacula Branch

Bring your favorite stuffed animal and play veterinarian with us at our stuffie animal clinic!

Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten.

Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom

Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs, and movement!

Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!

Gaming | Homeschool Hangout: Teen Edition - Escape Room Challenge

Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.

Thu, Mar 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dacula Branch

Embark on an intergalactic adventure in our space-themed escape room-style challenge at the library, where teamwork, problem-solving, and ingenuity are the keys to returning safely to Earth.

Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun

Thu, Mar 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Hop on over to the children's area to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.

Book Club | Open Your World Book Club - For Adults with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Thu, Mar 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Join us virtually each week as we read "The Gold Bug" by Edgar Allan Poe together! Registration required.

STEM - Technology | Introduction to Raspberry Pi - Explore, Learn, Create

Thu, Mar 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join us for an engaging session on Raspberry Pi, a fun mini-computer that lets you create amazing projects! Discover its capabilities, explore exciting projects, and learn how this versatile tool can enhance your creativity and problem-solving skills.

STEM - Engineering | Lego Challenge

Thu, Mar 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for an afternoon of LEGO fun!

Writing | Spotlight on Women's History - Zines: A DIY Magazine Workshop

Thu, Mar 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come learn how to make your own mini books and magazines (known as zines) and find out the important role zines have in intersectional feminist history!

Language Learning | Movies in English

Thu, Mar 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

Thu, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Watch, Discuss and Learn! Join us every other Thursday for our virtual ESL Movie Club to improve your vocabulary, English conversational and listening skills!

Thu, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Thu, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

STEM - Engineering | Lego Zipline Challenge

Thu, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Program of whimsical whimsy to ignite a passion for adventure.

Thu, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Join us for a STEM challenge! We will learn about gravity and friction, then build our own ziplines out of Lego in a competition.

Writing | Writers Club - Theme: Romance

Thu, Mar 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Looking for a space dedicated towards the craft of writing? Come join our Writers Club! Each session will include quiet time to sit and write as well as open discussions and workshopping our pieces together. This month's writing theme: Romance!

Thu, Mar 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Thu, Mar 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!

Community | Women's History Month

Thu, Mar 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Thu, Mar 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us during Women?s History Month to celebrate International Women?s Day, learn about women?s health, and build skills to help you stay independent.

STEM - Mathematics | Math Club

Thu, Mar 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Math Club will help students learn basic math concepts and improve their skills! A program for kids in grades 3-5.

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us for Reading Club where you can practice and become an active reader!

Hobbies | Say Hello to Hello Kitty!

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us to practice English conversation on a variety of topics each week, learn new phrases, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Celebrate your love for Hello Kitty at our exciting library program! Enjoy a charming introduction to this iconic character, embark on a scavenger hunt, and unleash your creativity with fun arts and crafts activities perfect for fans young and old!

Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dacula Branch

Join us to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for your loved ones with Alzheimer's or Dementia.

Hobbies | Crochet for Beginners - Crochet a Chain Stitch Bracelet

Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Are you interested in learning how to crochet? Join us to learn how to do a chain stitch and a single crochet stitch. And afterwards you are welcome to use your skills to crochet a chain stitch bracelet.

Genealogy Club

Thu, Mar 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree from an experienced researcher.

Book Club | Tea & Treachery

Thu, Mar 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lilburn Branch

If you're fiendish for a whodunnit, mad for a plot twist, and ever-vigilantly on the lookout for a betrayal, then come and join us for Tea and Treachery! We'll share and discuss our favorite mystery books, shows, films, and podcasts over some tea!

Thu, Mar 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!