Name: STEM - Science | Can You Survive the Titanic?
Start: 2024-05-30T15:00
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Location: Suwanee Branch

STEM - Science | Can You Survive the Titanic?

2024-05-30 15:00:00 2024-05-30 16:00:00 America/New_York STEM - Science | Can You Survive the Titanic? Hear the harrowing tale of the Titanic while learning both the science and the history behind the most famous shipwreck! Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Thursday, May 30
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-05-30 15:00:00 2024-05-30 16:00:00 America/New_York STEM - Science | Can You Survive the Titanic? Hear the harrowing tale of the Titanic while learning both the science and the history behind the most famous shipwreck! Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Suwanee Branch

Suwanee Meeting Room

Hear the harrowing tale of the Titanic while learning both the science and the history behind the most famous shipwreck!

learn the science and the history behind the most famous shipwreck! We’ll discuss the resilience of its survivors and conduct a hands-on experiment to understand how ships float.

EVENT TYPE: | STEM - Science | Raising Resilience | Education |

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

Mon, Dec 29, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Learning Labs | Make A Log Cabin Quilt Block

Mon, Dec 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio

Want to learn basic quilt piecing? Need to practice using a sewing machine? Then this program is for you!

Registration is now closed

Early Learning | Toddler Time - Storytime for ages 1-2

Tue, Dec 30, 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.

Writing | Looking Back & Moving Forward - A New Year's Journaling Workshop

Tue, Dec 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us to thoughtfully reflect on the past year's experiences and set inspiring, intentional goals for the year ahead through guided journaling. Perfect for anyone looking to close the year with mindfulness and start the new one with clarity and purpose.

Family | Cozy Storytime Pajamas & Cocoa

Tue, Dec 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to our Cozy Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy fun for children ages 4 through 8.

Family | Noon Year's Eve Party

Wed, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Kids, celebrate the New Year at noon! We'll count down to the big moment with party hats and make our New Year's Resolutions!

Early Learning | Noon Year's Eve! - Family Storytime to Ring in the New Year

Wed, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Happy New Year! Countdown to 2026 at the Library

Health & Wellness | Taichi

Wed, Dec 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Practice Chen Style Taichi to build physical strength, improve balance, and relieve stress.

Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings

Thu, Jan 01, All day

Virtual

Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.

Learning Labs | Professional Podcast Equipment Training

Fri, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Recording Studio

Want to get into the podcasting business? Get started by learning how to use the video and audio equipment at the Lilburn Recording Studio!

This event is full

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Jan 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Learning Labs | Podcasting for your Business

Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio

Learn the basics of making a podcast to promote your business!

This event is full

Community | Pokémon Cards Trade Off

Sat, Jan 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Celebrate 30 years of Pokémon at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch library and trade Pokemon cards with fellow fans.

Education | Sensory Storytime

Sun, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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! Individual Children ages 3-10 and their caregiver.

Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings

Mon, Jan 05, All day

Virtual

Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.

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

Mon, Jan 05, 10:00am - 10:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Mon, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Early Learning | Baby & Me

Mon, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for a special lap-sit storytime for infants. This program introduces books, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their caregiver.

Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime

Mon, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join Ms. Mirka for a special tummy time to help your little one build confidence in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! Perfect for pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Mon, Jan 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Preschool Storytime! Exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Mon, Jan 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Mon, Jan 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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).

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Changes in an Ecosystem

Mon, Jan 05, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Dacula Branch

Join us as we learn about how ecosystems work, play fun games, and make a food chain themed craft.

STEM - Science | Candy DNA

Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Come learn about the different aspects of STEM with hands-on activities.

Book Club | Adult Fiction Book Club

Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Are you eager to find new reads and talk about books with other people? Join your fellow community members to discuss our read of the month every 1st Monday!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Education | Homework Help

Mon, Jan 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.

Gaming | Chess and Go

Mon, Jan 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Come play a game of Chess or Go with your community. Beginners welcome!

Hobbies | Learn to Knit!

Mon, Jan 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Learn the basics of knitting in this beginner-friendly workshop. Supplies are provided as supplies last, so just bring your creativity and leave with new skills!

Health & Wellness | Make Your New Year's Resolutions Stick

Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Have you made resolutions for the new year, but are worried they won't stick? Join us to learn different ways to turn your resolutions into lasting habits!

STEM - Technology | 3D Printed Game - Board Game Creation

Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Do you enjoy playing board games but haven't found one that piques your interest in awhile? Come and create your own board game using our 3D printer. You'll learn how to create personalized game pieces and how to use the 3D printer to make that happen!

Registration opens Monday, December 29 2025 at 6:00pm

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing - With Prusa

Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace

Learn the basics of 3D Printing!

Early Learning | TumbleBooks Tale

Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Take a tour of TumbleBooks, a great digital resource for kids, and enjoy some tales and tunes!

Community | Tummy Time

Tue, Jan 06, 10:00am - 10:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for our weekly Tummy Time! This is an opportunity for playtime for pre-walking babies and their parents/caregivers to connect while meeting other families in the community. This program is designed for babies under one year and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime

Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Come join us for a fun baby and parent storytime with stories and songs!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 06, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 06, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

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

Entrepreneurship | Orientación sobre su negocio y Prospera

Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Aprenda cómo iniciar su propio negocio de la manera correcta.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Toddlers Storytime! Exploring early literacy in a fun group setting with our youngest listeners ages 2 and under.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom

Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!

Health & Wellness | Decision Making - How to Make Up Your Mind

Tue, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Do you struggle with making decisions? Discover strategies that can help make the process easier and faster.

Book Club | Mystery & Crime Book Club - Rizzoli & Isles: Listen to Me by Tess Gerritsen

Tue, Jan 06, 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 Rizzoli & Isles: Listen to Me by Tess Gerritsen.

Education | Map Your World - A Homeschool Program

Tue, Jan 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Learn all about maps & how to use them!

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Tue, Jan 06, 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 January, we will begin reading "Frederick Douglass: A Hero for All Times" by Devorah Major.

Book Club | Fiction Book Club

Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us for a discussion of The Personal Librarian, by Marie Benedict.

Learning Labs | Intro to Tinkercad

Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Makerspace

Join the Learning Labs as we teach you the basics of how to use the 3D design software Tinkercad!

Registration opens Tuesday, December 30 2025 at 9:00am

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids - Vegetable Biriyani

Tue, Jan 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

A cooking program for children and their accompanying adults. Learn how to make a fragrant and flavorful vegetable biriyani.

This event is full

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. This is first-come, first-served. Students must bring a homework assignment.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Need a little help with your homework? Bring it to this drop-in session for one of our volunteer homework helpers to walk you through it. No registration required.

Gaming | Chess & Go

Tue, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us to learn and play Chess or Go!

Learning Labs | Game Makers Group

Tue, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

This is a weekly discussion group where we will cover a wide array of game-making topics and provide optional challenges and projects for aspiring game creators.

Early Learning | Family Storytime - Pizza

Tue, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime the whole family can enjoy together! This month's theme is pizza. Enjoy books, songs, and make a fun craft! This program is intended for ages 3 & up, with accompanying adult(s).

Gaming | Let's Role - Dungeons & Dragons

Tue, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Grayson Branch

Ready for a gaming adventure but looking for a group to play with? Join us as we learn and play Dungeons & Dragons in a short-form campaign.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 07, 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 Time

Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Designed for babies and toddlers, this storytime uses simple books, music, and movement to introduce our youngest listeners to storytime. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs! For children ages 0-2, and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 07, 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 0-2 and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us 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 | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah as we explore the letters of the alphabet in a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 2-5).

Health & Wellness | Taichi for Wellness

Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Grayson Branch

This progressive Chen Style class introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.

Kingergarten Readiness | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 07, 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.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 07, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills which help children become ready to read and promote school readiness. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Senior Living | The Art of Aging: Vision Boards

Wed, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Aging well is an art, and we want to help you succeed in creating your best senior life. Join us this month and create a vision board for 2026!

Book Talk | Tropes & Tales - Cozy Mysteries

Wed, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

Take a closer look at the building blocks of storytelling. Each session explores a genre or author's signature elements - from common tropes to recurring themes - and includes interactive activities to help you discover new reads.

Learning Labs | Bros Who Sew - Pattern Basics

Wed, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace

Have you started learning and want to practice your sewing? Join us to practice how to read patterns and create a new project!

Registration opens Wednesday, December 31 2025 at 1:00pm

Learning Labs | Digitizing for Embroidery

Wed, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Take your original designs and turn them into unique embroidered creations with digitizing software!

STEM - Engineering | Craft Stick Ski Lift

Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Recycled Engineering is back! Can you build a ski lift chair with a passenger that can balance on the cable?

STEM - Science | How Do Arctic Animals Stay Warm?

Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Have you ever wondered how animals like polar bears keep warm in the winter? Join us for a STEM experiment where we explore the answer.

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Jan 07, 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.

STEM - Science | Super Science - Buoyancy

Wed, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us as we explore the science of buoyancy and why things sink or float. For ages 6 - 11.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 07, 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 understanding.

Education | Children's Cursive Handwritting

Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us to learn how to write in cursive and understand the history of this beautiful art of writing.

STEM - Engineering | Lego Challenge - Once Upon a Time...

Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us each month for a new Lego Challenge! This month, use your imagination and engineering skills to recreate scenes from iconic fairy tales.

STEM - Technology | Big Brother is Watching - Common Sense Media

Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Is your internet curated just for you? The short answer is yes, but come learn how to make it work for you!

Arts | Digital Collages & Scrapbooking

Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Learn how to create digital collages and scrapbooks using Canva.

Gaming | Chess Club

Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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!

Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics

Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio

A hands-on program showing how to operate a sewing machine. Space is limited, so registration is required.

Registration opens Wednesday, December 31 2025 at 6:00pm

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep

Wed, Jan 07, 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.

Gaming | New Year Brain Refresh & Puzzle Swap

Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Start the year by exercising your brain with different kinds of brain puzzles. Feel free to bring a completed puzzle to exchange for a new puzzle.

Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings

Thu, Jan 08, All day

Virtual

Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join Ms. Nikki for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. This program is intended for preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 08, 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.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for Preschool Storytime! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Peachtree Corners Branch

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.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 08, 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. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Thu, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come join us for stories, songs and active play! Different stories and songs to get your little ones to energize and play!

Health & Wellness | Taichi for Wellness

Thu, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Join us for Taichi at the Grayson Senior Center! This progressive Chen Style class introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.

Early Learning | Baby and Me Storytime

Thu, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Culinary Arts | Culinary Classroom - Budgeting, Planning, and Prepping Meals

Thu, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Grayson Branch

Learn to plan, prep, and cook meals in advance to save money on your grocery bills!

Education | Homeschool Hangout: Teen Edition - The Art of Greek Pottery

Thu, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dacula Branch

Discover the world of ancient Greek pottery and the rich myths depicted on their urns in the first in our three-part series on global ancient art. Learn about the stories behind the designs, then craft your own myth-inspired urn using air-dry clay.

Book Club | Inspired Readers Book Club - Karen Kingsbury

Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us for uplifting and inspiring reads from beloved authors. This month we'll be reading the works of Karen Kingsbury.

Book Club | Adult Book Club

Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a friendly discussion of "The Searcher" by Tana French.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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 October, we will begin reading "Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

Thu, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Hobbies | Sew Your Own - Join us to learn how to sew your own Slouchy Bag!

Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

With the assistance of our staff learn how to assemble a pattern from pdf printing, and use it to create your very own slouchy bag by Faye Studios.

This event is full

Literacy | READing Paws

Thu, Jan 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs. In branch registration required.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.

STEM - Science | Possum Possibilities - Backyard Best Friends

Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

"Possums" are working quietly to make the world safer for all of us! Come find out why these shy little guys might be our backyard's best friend!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer. Reading Buddies is for students ages 6-11.

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. This is first-come, first-served. Students must bring a homework assignment.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies volunteers and staff! Come back every week to work towards the goal of reading 10 books to get a mystery prize from our Reading Buddies Treasure Box!

Writing | Writers Club: Mystery

Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Looking for a space dedicated to the craft of writing? 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: Mystery!

Writing | Writer's Club - Theme: Self Discovery

Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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: Self Discovery.

Community | Magic: The Gathering

Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come together with your community as we take a dive into the world?s most popular trading card game ? Magic: The Gathering! Open to beginners and experienced players alike. Rated ages 13+.

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen

Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lilburn 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!

Early Learning | Pajama Storytime

Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Duluth Branch

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

Early Learning | Un Poquito de Español - A little bit of Spanish

Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Do you want your kids to learn a little bit of Spanish? Join Ms. Mirka for a biweekly storytime full of fun, bilingual stories, songs, and more!

Community | Teen Translator 101

Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Are your children speaking in phrases? What does it even mean? How can I max out embarrassing my child? Learn current slang along with a bit of their history with us!

Gaming | Chess Knight

Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Love to play chess? Join us for an hour of gameplay. All levels are welcome. Registration is required.

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Jan 09, 9:00am - 9:25am

Virtual

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

Community | Tummy Time

Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Dacula Branch

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

Early Learning | Music & Movement

Fri, Jan 09, 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 | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Fri, Jan 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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

Culinary Arts | Let's Make a Dense Bean Salad!

Fri, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Need a salad hearty enough for the winter season? Join us to learn how to make a Dense Bean Salad to celebrate National Bean Day!

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Health & Wellness | Chair Yoga

Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Come bend, stretch, and use breathing techniques in an accessible and gentle yoga class--all without leaving your chair!

Early Learning | Ballet & Books - Storytelling through Movement

Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Centerville Branch

What do books and ballet have in common? Both tell stories! Come learn ballet at your local library.

Learning Labs | Creative Portfolio Preparation - With Photoshop

Sat, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace

Are you preparing to apply for a creative job or artist market? Learn the basics of how to photograph and edit your creative work to present in your own professional portfolio!

Registration opens Saturday, January 3 2026 at 1:00pm

Community | Let's Talk About Grief

Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us for an informal conversation about grieving, how to cope with loss, and what resources are available when you need to emotionally process loss. We'll also discuss why it's important to normalize talking about loss and transition and how to start those conversations.

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Makerspace

Join the Learning Labs as we show you the basics of using the 3D Printer!

Author Talk | Vanessa Riley

Sat, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join award-winning author Vanessa Riley as she discusses her newest saga based on the life of the legendary seventeenth-century pirate Jacquotte Delehaye. "Fire Sword and Sea" is a bold tale of rebellion, love, and high-seas adventure.

Learning Labs | Learning Lab Magic (The Gathering)

Sun, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join the Learning Labs as we embark on a quest to create free accessories and custom cards to heighten your Magic The Gathering gaming experience! Now sponsored by Magikids! Stay to the end to get free booster packs!

Literacy | Read to Mr Bunbun

Sun, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings

Mon, Jan 12, All day

Virtual

Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.

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

Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 10:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Early Learning | Baby & Me

Mon, Jan 12, 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!

Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime

Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join Ms. Mirka for a special tummy time to help your little one build confidence in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! Perfect for pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Preschool Storytime! Exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.

Book Club | Murder with a Twist - Mystery/Fiction Book Club - "Take Your Breath Away" by Linwood Barclay

Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us in discussing this month's selection, "Take Your Breath Away" by Linwood Barclay.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Mon, Jan 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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).

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

Mon, Jan 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

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

Education | I/DD: Your Best Life Skills - Goals

Mon, Jan 12, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Grayson Branch

Join us online for a fun, interactive session where teens and adults with intellectual disabilities (and their caregivers) learn practical skills for everyday life. This month, we will talk about setting and reaching goals.

Book Talks | Agatha Christie: An Introduction

Mon, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn about the life and literacy legacy of Agatha Christie, one of the world's most enduring writers.

Environment | National Bird Day

Mon, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

We celebrate birds on National Bird Day every January! While birds are amazing, they're also a massive animal group under particular threat.

Finance & Budget | Money Smart for Teens - Designing Dreams

Mon, Jan 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Centerville Branch

Setting goals in the new year? Join us to create a financial plan and determine how to reach them!

STEM - Engineering | DIY Astronaut Landers

Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Where Astronauts Land, Legends Begin! Learn the basics of engineering by building and testing your own astronaut lander.

Book Club | Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club - "The Law of Innocence" by Michael Connelly

Mon, Jan 12, 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, "The Law of Innocence" by Michael Connelly!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Education | Homework Help

Mon, Jan 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.

Education | Spelling Bee

Mon, Jan 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us for a fun and educational Spelling Bee! This friendly competition is designed to help children grow their vocabulary, boost confidence, and sharpen their spelling skills in a supportive environment.

STEM - Mathematics | After School Math and Science Club

Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

Family | Evening Storytime

Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

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

Arts | Theatre Workshop - Self Expression

Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us for this monthly workshop for high schoolers where we will explore self expression and the acting process, analyze dramatic texts, all in a fun and supportive environment. This month, we'll talk about self expression.

Book Club | Peachtree Corners Book Club

Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Are you eager to find new reads and talk about books with other people? Our book club is all about exploring a diverse range of stories!

Learning Labs | Creative Team Management - With Magma

Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace

Magma is a collaborative art program that is free to use and perfect for connecting a creative team for a work project. Join us to learn the basics of Magma and start brainstorming today!

Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 6:00pm

Jobs & Careers | Resume Rehab - AI Strategies for Career Management

Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for an informative session designed to equip job seekers with essential AI resources and strategies for creating or updating an effective resume.

Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 9:00am

STEM - Science | Penguin Awareness Day

Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Celebrate Penguin Awareness Day by learning all about penguins, their habitats, and how they have been impacted by climate change.

Community | Tummy Time

Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 13, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 13, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 13, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

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

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Toddlers Storytime! Exploring early literacy in a fun group setting with our youngest listeners ages 2 and under.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Tue, Jan 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join Ms. Nikki for a special tummy time just for babies designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! For pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Tue, Jan 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Education | Homeschool Science Fair - Registration & Onboarding

Tue, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

Do you love science? Take part in our homeschool science fair, where you can pick your own topic of study, develop an experiment, and share your results with the community! Register by January 12 & join us for onboarding on January 13!

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Tue, Jan 13, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

STEM - Science | Let it Snow!

Tue, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn about the science of snow and how to make your own at home!

Arts | Art Club - Papercrafting Mini Comfort Box

Tue, Jan 13, 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: Papercrafting Mini Comfort Box. This program is intended to support and awaken curiosity, intuition, and creative thinking while making art.

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. This is first-come, first-served. Students must bring a homework assignment.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy! Reading aloud to a buddy helps build confidence, increase fluency, and understanding. Designed for children in grades 1 - 5.

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Need one-on-one help in subjects such as Language Arts, Math, & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-5 here at the Centerville Branch. Sessions are 30 minutes, first come first serve.

Learning Labs | Game Makers Group

Tue, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

This is a weekly discussion group where we will cover a wide array of game-making topics and provide optional challenges and projects for aspiring game creators.

Book Club | Stitch and Tell

Tue, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for Stitch & Tell, a creative book club where we explore different literary genres, drink tea, and work on a fiber arts project. This month, we're discussing The Maid by Nita Prose.

Book Club | ComicsPlus Club

Tue, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join our ComicsPlus Club and dive into great digital reads with ComicsPlus! Attendees will discuss the comics they've explored and discover new recommended titles each month.

Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Tue, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Book Club | Gwinnett Reads Virtual Book Club - How to Read a Book by Monica Wood

Tue, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom

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

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 14, 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 0-2 and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Early Learning | Preschool Stations

Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come join us for stories, songs and activities to learn about different topics each month!

Community | Norcross Connect - Healthy Snacks and Chair Yoga

Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Connect with your community while exploring new skills. This month's session will feature nutritious snack demonstrations and guided gentle chair yoga.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah as we explore the letters of the alphabet in a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 2-5).

Health & Wellness | Taichi for Wellness

Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Grayson Branch

This progressive Chen Style class introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.

Kingergarten Readiness | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 14, 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.

Early Learning | Music and Movement

Wed, Jan 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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 | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 14, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Community | Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Jan 14, 12:30pm - 1:15pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling Homeschool families! Join us for a Homeschool Hangout!

Senior Living | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group - Community and Conversations

Wed, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Community and Conversations. We provide a safe space to share thoughts and experiences involving the care of your loved ones with Alzheimer's.

Learning Labs | Professional Editing with Adobe Premiere Pro

Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Makerspace

Want to learn how to become a professional editor? In this program we will teach you the basics of what you need to know to use Adobe Premiere Pro and take your first step in becoming a professional editor!

Registration opens Wednesday, January 7 2026 at 9:00am

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

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

STEM - Science | Exploring the Universe: Filtered Light

Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Have you ever wondered about the tools NASA uses to view the night sky? Come experiment with filtered light to see how it affects what you see when you look at different colors and the night sky.

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Jan 14, 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.

STEM - Science | Build Your Own Paper Rocket

Wed, Jan 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Do you know how rockets are able to fly straight and a far distance? Join us as we learn the science behind rockets!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling all children in grades 1-5! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! In January, February and March, sessions will run on a first-come, first-served basis.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 14, 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 understanding.

Arts | Dream It, See It: Vision Board Creation

Wed, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

Join us for a creative workshop where you'll manifest your goals for 2026 by sharing your aspirations and designing a vision board, while discovering library resources to help you achieve them.

Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids - Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip

Wed, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Learn food safety tips and the culinary skills you need to cook your own meals and snacks!

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies. Sessions last 30 minutes and are first come first serve.

Learning Labs | Advanced Sewing - Sew a Fleece Beanie

Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio

Use a sewing machine to make your own beanie out of fleece. Prior sewing knowledge is required.

Registration opens Wednesday, January 7 2026 at 6:00pm

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep

Wed, Jan 14, 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.

Community | Create Your Future Vision

Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join the Buford Branch to unlock your potential and manifest your dreams by creating a powerful vision board that transforms your aspirations into actionable goals.

Community | Stitching Society - Needle or hook, join our club for help!

Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Bring your works in progress, your questions, and your roadblocks. We can solve them together with our monthly club for crafts!

Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings

Thu, Jan 15, All day

Virtual

Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for Preschool Storytime! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Peachtree Corners Branch

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.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 15, 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. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come join us for stories, songs and active play! Different stories and songs to get your little ones to energize and play!

Book Club | Mystery Book Club - The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year

Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Mystery book. This month's book is "The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year" by Ally Carter.

Health & Wellness | Stretch it Out! - Chair Yoga

Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Socialize with your community while learning a new skill! Come learn about gentle yoga poses that can be done at home in a chair.

Early Learning | Baby and Me Storytime

Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Winter Olympics

Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Our monthly get together for homeschooling families. This month we will learn about the math and science of the Winter Olympics.

STEM - Technology | New Year, New Lens

Thu, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Want to take better pictures of family, friends, and those special occasions? Join us to learn easy tips for taking stunning photos with just your smartphone.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Thu, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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 October, we will begin reading "Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Book Club | The Next Chapter Book Club

Thu, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss "Wolf Pack" by C. J. Box.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.

STEM - Science | Great White Sharks!

Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Come and learn about the most jawsome predators in the ocean! You can even make your own shark to take home!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer. Reading Buddies is for students ages 6-11.

Education | Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - Test Your Knowledge!

Thu, Jan 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us to test your knowledge of the leader of the American Civil Rights movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

STEM - Science | Whimsical Wings & Wondrous Things

Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Celebrate Appreciate a Dragon Day with hands-on STEM activities! Kids will explore science, math, and creativity through dragon eggs, treasure quests, and mythical creatures in this whimsical adventure.

STEM - Science | Soap and Suds

Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Learn what goes into soap and how it cleans. Get a chance to make your sudsy creation and take it home.

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. This is first-come, first-served. Students must bring a homework assignment.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Book Club | Story Squad: Grayson Kids Book Club - If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It!

Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

This month, our book club theme is "If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It!" so read a book related to this theme, then join us for a fun and friendly discussion about what you read.

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Need help with homework? Stop by and receive homework help for grades K-5 from qualified volunteers.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Join us to practice your English conversational skills in a fun and welcoming environment! Course content will include a mixture of practicing conversations, exploring American culture, expanding vocabulary, and playing games.

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen

Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Consumer Education | Detention Pond Maintenance Workshop

Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Grayson Branch

Maintenance guidelines for private property owners and HOAs. Learn how to care for detention ponds in your neighborhood.

STEM - Technology | It's Giving AI - Common Sense Media

Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for a Common Sense Media Series to teach teens and young adults about the importance of media literacy and online safety.

Arts | Snowflake Art

Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for some fun snowflake crafting. We will learn how to cut out a paper snowflake.

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Jan 16, 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, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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

Early Learning | Purposeful Play

Fri, Jan 16, 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.

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

Fri, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace

Learn the basics of 3D printing on our machines!

Learning Labs | CapCut for Social Media

Fri, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Makerspace & Recording Studio

Making short-form videos doesn't have to be confusing! Learn how to merge audio, video clips, and text to create social media-ready videos using CapCut.

Family | Weekend Storytime

Sat, Jan 17, 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.

Community | Music Therapy with Disney Karaoke

Sat, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Do you like to sing? Are you interested in learning about music therapy? Join us for a Disney karaoke experience where we sing our favorite tunes and learn about how music can be beneficial to mental health.

Education | Reading Paws

Sat, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Have a shy or nervous reader? A patient and furry friend would like to hear your child read their favorite story to them.

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Kindergarten Readiness | Letter Camp

Sat, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

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

Culinary Arts | Winter in a Cup - The History of Hot Cocoa

Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Take a respite from the cold with the library! Join us as we provide free hot chocolate and information on how this sweet treat came to be.

STEM - Science | Girls for STEM

Sat, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Discover the joy of STEM through fun, hands-on experiments! Practice problem solving in a safe and encouraging environment that will build skills and confidence.

Registration opens Saturday, January 3 2026 at 3:00pm

Gaming | Dungeons & Dragons - A one-shot for newer players

Sun, Jan 18, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons with a one-shot run by experienced dungeon masters.

Culture | Stained Glass Dreams - A Martin Luther King Inspired Art Project for Kids

Sun, Jan 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

At this program we will honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by helping children explore the meaning of his "I Have a Dream" speech through hands-on Stained Glass art.

Book Club | Not Your Grown-Up's Book Club - A book club for tweens and teens

Sun, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

A chill space for book-loving tweens and teens to dive into awesome stories, share hot takes, and bond over books, characters, and plot twists. No pressure, just good vibes, great reads, and a squad that gets it.

Gaming | Grayson Chess Club

Sun, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Grayson Branch

Checkmate boredom and join us for Chess Club, where strategy, skill, and friendly competition come together! Whether you're a grandmaster in the making or just learning the moves, this is the perfect place to play, learn, and challenge yourself in a welcoming environment.

Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings

Mon, Jan 19, All day

Virtual

Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.

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

Mon, Jan 19, 10:00am - 10:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Jan 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Community | Tummy Time

Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 20, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 20, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

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

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom

Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Tue, Jan 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Tue, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Conversations in English is a virtual meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Tue, Jan 20, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

STEM - Science | Messy Science - Algea String

Tue, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for a chemistry experiment about using culinary items to create chemical reactions. We'll be making algae string, a slimy, gooey substance you can use as string when it dries! This program is meant for ages 8-16.

Book Club | Read, Explore, Create - The Magic Tree House Book Club

Tue, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Centerville Branch

Get ready for an adventure through time and space in our book club for early readers! Our goal is to increase literacy by giving young children a fun space to engage with books. Each program includes a fun activity based on the reading!

Education | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Reading Buddies- where your child can practice and become an active reader!

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. This is first-come, first-served. Students must bring a homework assignment.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Need a little help with your homework? Bring it to this drop-in session for one of our volunteer homework helpers to walk you through it. No registration required.

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

STEM - Mathematics | Pokemon Math Club

Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Building your double digit math and critical thinking skills have never been so fun! Take part in the Pokemon Math Club to enhance numerical fluency. You do not have to bring your own cards.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

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

Learning Labs | Game Makers Group

Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

This is a weekly discussion group where we will cover a wide array of game-making topics and provide optional challenges and projects for aspiring game creators.

Writing | Creative Writing Workshop - Mythology

Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Create new gods, rewrite ancient myths, and craft bold stories that blend the epic and the modern, all in a fast-paced, one-hour creative writing session.

Language Learning | Explore Language Learning Resources

Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Discover the many tools the library offers for language learners, including Mango Languages, streaming videos, e-books, and more.

Community | Mountain Park Hook Up - A Knitting & Crocheting Meet Up

Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Book Club | Teen Book Club

Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Meet with fellow non-readers to learn about new books or genres you've never heard of. Perhaps all the books you've tried so far are boring! The library wants you to learn more about your book tastes by learning more about you!

Early Learning | Pajama Storytime

Tue, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for a special nighttime storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and/or blanket. Pajamas are welcome! For ages 3 and up.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Cancelled

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 21, 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 0-2 and their caregivers.

Kindergarten Readiness | Hooray for School!

Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Hooray for School designed for rising PreK and Kindergarten students! We are building early literacy through letter recognition, writing, and fun activities.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Early Learning | Preschool Stations

Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come join us for stories, songs and activities to learn about different topics each month!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah as we explore the letters of the alphabet in a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 2-5).

Health & Wellness | Taichi for Wellness

Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Grayson Branch

This progressive Chen Style class introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.

Kingergarten Readiness | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 21, 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.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 21, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Learning Labs | Intro to Tinkercad

Wed, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace

Learn how to design 3D models with Tinkercad! This intuitive modeling program is easy to use and perfect for anyone just starting their journey with 3D printing.

Registration opens Wednesday, January 14 2026 at 1:00pm

Culinary Arts | Homeschool Hangout - A Culinary Adventure into Dumpling Soup

Wed, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grayson Branch

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us as we go on a culinary adventure into dumpling soup! Together we will learn the cultural significance of dumplings around the world and how to make dumpling soup.

Learning Labs | Intro to Cricut

Wed, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Makerspace & Recording Studio

Interested in learning what all a Cricut machine can do? Come learn the ins-and-outs of vinyl cutting machines and software!

Arts | Art Club - Intro to Pottery

Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us for our Art Club! Every month we'll learn about art history from around the world and make our own pieces inspired by it! This month, we will take a look at one of the oldest forms of art: pottery. Afterwards, we'll make our own pinch pots.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

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

STEM - Technology | It's Giving AI - Common Sense Media

Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Can you tell when art is created by AI? Join us to put your skills to the test.

STEM - Engineering | Building Shapes with Marshmallows

Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Remember studying the different shapes? Want to learn how to make them in 3D? Join us for a program to make 2D and 3D shapes with marshmallows and toothpicks.

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Jan 21, 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.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling all children in grades 1-5! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! In January, February and March, sessions will run on a first-come, first-served basis.

Education | Children's Cursive Handwritting

Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Join us to learn how to write in cursive and understand the history of this beautiful art of writing.

Computer Literacy | It's Giving AI - Common Sense Media

Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us for an interactive program where we'll explore the world of AI art, discuss the ethical issues, and put your skills to the test with a fun online game!

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Language Learning | Basic English in Your Language

Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice English in your language (Spanish) in a welcoming environment. Aprende y practica el Inglés en su idioma (Español) en un ambiente amistoso.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies. Sessions last 30 minutes and are first come first serve.

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

Wed, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Health & Wellness | Winter Wellness - Coping with Seasonal Depression

Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Feeling sluggish or down during the colder, darker months is common. Join us for a workshop on seasonal fatigue and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), where we'll explore causes, coping strategies, and practical tips to improve energy and mood through the winter.

Learning Labs | 3D Prints to Enhance Your Business

Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio

Even if you do not run a 3D printing business, there are other ways 3D printing can work for you. This program includes a demonstration of how to use our Prusa printers and helpful things you can print that are not products.

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep

Wed, Jan 21, 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.

Culinary Arts | Book & Cook - Stone Soup Storytime

Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

This storytime is sure to be delicious! Join Ms. Becca for a culinary adventure where we will read the tale of Stone Soup, learn about its origins, then head over to our Mobile Kitchen to make soup together!

Book Club | Themed Book Club

Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Offsite

Join us at TradeWind Coffee Co. for a friendly discussion about books that fit this month's theme: The Perfect Crime: An Unsolvable Read - books where the crime is either never solved or the perpetrator successfully gets away with it.

Language Learning | Conversations in English @ the CoOp

Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Learning Labs | Product Photography Basics

Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio

Learn how to utilize photography to make your products look their best.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

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

Early Learning | Evening Storytime - Twilight Tales/Pajama Storytime

Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a special evening story time with books, songs, and rhymes; pajamas and stuffies are encouraged! For children ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

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

Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about "Force Of Nature" by Jane Harper.

Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings

Thu, Jan 22, All day

Virtual

Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English in a welcoming environment. The facilitator is bilingual in Korean and English.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for Preschool Storytime! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Peachtree Corners Branch

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.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Jan 22, 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. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come join us for stories, songs and active play! Different stories and songs to get your little ones to energize and play!

Early Learning | Baby and Me Storytime

Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Culinary Arts | Culinary Classroom - Budgeting, Planning, and Prepping Meals

Thu, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Grayson Branch

Learn to plan, prep, and cook meals in advance to save money on your grocery bills!

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Thu, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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 October, we will begin reading "Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Gaming | Tabletop Club - Learning TTRPGs and Strategies!

Thu, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

Join us as we explore, play, and learn various tabletop games and TTRPGs with like-minded peers!

Language Learning | Conversations in Korean

Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Learn and practice Korean, in the heart of the K culture community.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.

Health and Wellness | New Year New Hobby

Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Interested in picking up a new skill or hobby? Visit the library to explore digital resources that can help you learn something new, try out a few hobbies, and discover what suits you best!

STEM - Science | Beaver Believers - The Climate Heroes?

Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Come learn how the beaver helps fight forest fires, creates & hydrates wetland habitats, cleans our waterways and much more!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer. Reading Buddies is for students ages 6-11.

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. This is first-come, first-served. Students must bring a homework assignment.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Need help with homework? Stop by and receive homework help for grades K-5 from qualified volunteers.

Literacy | Winnie the Pooh's Storytime Adventures

Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

You're invited! We?re throwing a birthday party for our favorite silly old bear. Join us for an afternoon storytime to celebrate National Winnie the Pooh Day!

Computer Literacy | Como Manejar una Computadora

Thu, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

¿Quiere aprender habilidades básicas de computadora? Venga y aprenda cómo manejar una computadora. [Want to learn basic computer skills? Come and learn how to work a computer.]

Registration opens Thursday, January 8 2026 at 5:30pm

Book Club | "I Survived" Book Club

Thu, Jan 22, 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?.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen

Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Early Learning | Un Poquito de Español - A little bit of Spanish

Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Do you want your kids to learn a little bit of Spanish? Join Ms. Mirka for a biweekly storytime full of fun, bilingual stories, songs, and more!

Community | Teen Advisory Council

Thu, Jan 22, 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!

Language Learning | Basic Spanish for English Speakers

Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Learn and practice basic Spanish in a friendly environment!

Community | Prospective Foster Parent Information Session

Thu, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services-Gwinnett County to learn how to become a foster parent.

Language Learning | Inglés Básico para Hispanohablantes

Thu, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Aprende inglés en un ambiente acogedor con un hablante fluido.

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Jan 23, 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, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Fri, Jan 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

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

Culinary Arts | Lilburn's Little Chefs

Sat, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lilburn Branch

Learn hands-on simple cooking activities for little ones to teach them basic kitchen safety, hygiene, and healthy eating habits, while developing essential skills.

Health & Wellness | Chair Yoga

Sat, Jan 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Come bend, stretch, and use breathing techniques in an accessible and gentle yoga class--all without leaving your chair!

Culture | Hopper's Travel Adventures - Nigeria

Sat, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us for a cultural storytime with Hopper and Ms. Nikki as we learn about Nigeria! This program is intended for children, ages 3-6, and their accompanying adult(s).

Education | Public Speaking Workshop

Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Build confidence in public speaking through practical tips and guided practice in a supportive environment. Great for students, professionals, or anyone looking to strengthen communication skills.

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Makerspace & Recording Studio

Learn the basics of 3D printing with the Learning Labs!

Education | One in Math

Sat, Jan 24, 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.

Culture | DIY Omamori - Japanese Good Luck Amulets

Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Welcome the New Year with a small good luck amulet to keep you company throughout the year!

Literacy | Read to Oliver the Cat

Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Practice reading while you visit with Oliver the therapy cat.

STEM - Science | Space Storytime with John Brackett - NASA Solar System Ambassador & Author!

Sat, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Blast off to space with Ms. Becca and NASA Solar System Ambassador John Brackett on this galactic storytime to learn the science of the skies! Featuring fun songs, books about space, and astronomical activities that are sure to be out of this world.

Health & Wellness | Coping with the January Blues - S.A.D (Seasonal Affective Disorder)

Sun, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

December, January, and February are the coldest months of the year. During this time, many people can experience a feeling of sadness, low mood, and lack of energy. Please join staff and Amy Trunnell-Morris, the program leader from NAMI Hall (The National Alliance on Mental Illness) for an open discussion on SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder).

Registration opens Sunday, January 11 2026 at 9:00am

Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun

Sun, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Hop on over and share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.

Gaming | Chess & Go

Sun, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Play the strategy games Go and Chess in a friendly environment.

Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings

Mon, Jan 26, All day

Virtual

Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.

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

Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 10:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Mon, Jan 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime

Mon, Jan 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join Ms. Mirka for a special tummy time to help your little one build confidence in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! Perfect for pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Mon, Jan 26, 11:00am - 11:45am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Mon, Jan 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Preschool Storytime! Exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Jan 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us to work on improving your English Language skills. This program provides a welcoming space to practice speaking English, build confidence, and connect with others!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Mon, Jan 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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).

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Mon, Jan 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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!

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Jan 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Collaboration Room

Practice conversational English with non-native speakers. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words. Learn about your local library and the free digital resources.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Jan 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Education | Homework Help

Mon, Jan 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.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Jan 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

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

Community | Vision Board Night

Mon, Jan 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

It's a new year! Come and create your very own vision board. Learn how to use library resources to make your vision a reality.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Jan 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

Arts | Artist Spotlight - Frida Kahlo

Mon, Jan 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Learn about a different artist each month and create your own work in their style!

Education | Homework Help

Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

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

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

STEM - Technology | 3D Printed Game - Board Game Creation

Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Registration opens Monday, January 19 2026 at 6:00pm

Language Learning | Learn Korean, K-pop style! - Kimbap!

Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Let's learn some Korean phrases to make listening to K-pop so much more fun! This month we're not only learning the language but also learning a recipe: Kimbap!

Community | Knitted Together - A Knitting & Crocheting Meet-Up

Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics

Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine! Registration required, ages 13+.

Registration opens Monday, January 19 2026 at 6:00pm

Author Talk | Nikesha Elise Williams - "The Seven Daughters of Dupree"

Mon, Jan 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join award-winning author Nikesha Elise Williams as she discusses her newest novel, "The Seven Daughters of Dupree," which explores the ripple effects of actions, secrets, and love through seven generations of Black women.

Book Club | Hamilton Mill Book Club

Mon, Jan 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a lively discussion every month about a book chosen by group members.

Community | Tummy Time

Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime

Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Come join us for a fun baby and parent storytime with stories and songs!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 27, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 27, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Jan 27, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Toddlers Storytime! Exploring early literacy in a fun group setting with our youngest listeners ages 2 and under.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Tue, Jan 27, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Tue, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Conversations in English is a virtual meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

STEM - Technology | Intro to Computers - Computer Basics

Tue, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Not sure where to start on the computer? Come learn basic skills such as email, web browsing, and word processing.

Registration opens Tuesday, January 13 2026 at 1:00pm

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Tue, Jan 27, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Health & Wellness | Blissful Balance - January Journaling

Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Struggling with your resolutions? Need some wellness tips? Come enjoy the therapeutic process of journaling, moodboard-ing, scrapbooking while learning some ways to start fresh in the new year!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

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

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. This is first-come, first-served. Students must bring a homework assignment.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Book Club | Stitch & Tell - "The Golden Couple" by Greer Hendricks

Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill 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 "The Golden Couple" by Greer Hendricks.

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

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

Literacy | Build Your Own Snowman

Tue, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a reading of the book "I'm Going to Build a Snowman" by Jashar Awan, and learn how to make snow to build your own snowman!

Learning Labs | Game Makers Group

Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

This is a weekly discussion group where we will cover a wide array of game-making topics and provide optional challenges and projects for aspiring game creators.

Gaming | New Year Games: New Perils, New You

Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Let's roll into the new year with an hour of board, card, and tabletop games! Face new challenges, meet fellow players, and enjoy fun, friendly competition for all skill levels.

College Prep | Ready, Set, Apply!

Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Start the year strong with a clear plan. We'll map out the college admissions timeline from course planning to senior-year deadlines. Learn what colleges look for, what to do in each grade, and how to begin building your college list. Perfect for students and families just starting or needing to refocus.

Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group

Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us in person or virtually online to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for your loved ones with Alzheimer's or dementia.

Writing | Budding Authors - Teen Writing Club - Winter

Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us to discuss your creative writing ideas and connect with like-minded people who share your passion for writing. This month, we'll be exploring winter themes!

Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Environment | Georgia Wildlife in Winter

Tue, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us to learn about some of the amazing adaptations that allow our local wildlife to make it through the winter!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Kindergarten Readiness | Hooray for School!

Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Hooray for School designed for rising PreK and Kindergarten students! We are building early literacy through letter recognition, writing, and fun activities.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Early Learning | Preschool Stations

Wed, Jan 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come join us for stories, songs and activities to learn about different topics each month!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah as we explore the letters of the alphabet in a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 2-5).

Health & Wellness | Taichi for Wellness

Wed, Jan 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Grayson Branch

This progressive Chen Style class introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.

Kingergarten Readiness | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 28, 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.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 28, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jan 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Community | American Girl Club - An Immersive Experience

Wed, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

A monthly recurring event geared toward all American Girls (and boys!). From adult collectors to even the youngest of American Girl fans, everyone is welcome to join us for a wonderful day filled with AG joy!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

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

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Jan 28, 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 - A Little Bit of Spanish

Wed, Jan 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Do you want your kids to learn a little bit of Spanish language and culture? Join us for a unique experience full of fun, differently themed bilingual stories, games & crafts!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 28, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling all children in grades 1-5! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! In January, February and March, sessions will run on a first-come, first-served basis.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 28, 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 understanding.

Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids - Homemade Pop Tarts

Wed, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Learn food safety tips and the culinary skills you need to cook your own meals and snacks!

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Language Learning | Basic English in Your Language

Wed, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice English in your language (Spanish) in a welcoming environment. Aprende y practica el Inglés en su idioma (Español) en un ambiente amistoso.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies. Sessions last 30 minutes and are first come first serve.

Learning Labs | Make a Musical Montage

Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio

A demonstration of Adobe Premier Pro focusing on setting photos and short clips to music.

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep

Wed, Jan 28, 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.

STEM Technology | Robotics with Curiosity Lab

Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Curious about Curiosity Lab? Get answers to your questions and experience robotics hands-on!

Language Learning | Conversations in English @ the CoOp

Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Book Club | Genre Jumpers

Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Collaboration Room

This in-person book club will explore books from different genres every month. Fiction, Nonfiction, Graphic Novels, Sci-Fi and more! This month's book is "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Wed, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

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

Book Club | Economics & Finance Book Club

Wed, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us as we explore titles covering popular subjects within the world of finance and economics.

Book Club | The Love Lit Lounge - A Romance Book Club

Wed, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mountain Park Branch

Frequent visitor of the Romance aisle? Grab a seat and get comfy with your community members as we discuss this month's book selection.

Book Club | Book Club On Tap - Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

Wed, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Offsite

Join us for a unique book club experience at your favorite local growler bar, Exhibit A(le)! This isn't your average book discussion - it's a relaxed, laid-back vibe with craft beer in hand.

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