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Gaming | Pirates Escape Room
2024-06-11 17:30:00 2024-06-11 18:30:00 America/New_York Gaming | Pirates Escape Room Ahoy Mates! Your adventures on the high seas have earned you a treasure map, promising rich rewards on a deserted island. But the treasure is protected by a series of locks which will take all your skills to solve. Do you have what it takes to win the treasure? Buford-Sugar Hill Branch -

Tuesday, June 11
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-11 17:30:00 2024-06-11 18:30:00 America/New_York Gaming | Pirates Escape Room Ahoy Mates! Your adventures on the high seas have earned you a treasure map, promising rich rewards on a deserted island. But the treasure is protected by a series of locks which will take all your skills to solve. Do you have what it takes to win the treasure? Buford-Sugar Hill Branch -

Ahoy Mates! Your adventures on the high seas have earned you a treasure map, promising rich rewards on a deserted island. But the treasure is protected by a series of locks which will take all your skills to solve. Do you have what it takes to win the treasure?

Use all your logic skills to solve the puzzles and outsmart your fellow pirates.

Teens 12+

AGE GROUP: | Ages 16-18 | Ages 12 - 15 |

EVENT TYPE: | Gaming |

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Hours
We're closed Tuesday December 24
We're closed Wednesday December 25
We're closed Thursday December 26
Mon, Dec 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 24 Closed
Wed, Dec 25 Closed
Thu, Dec 26 Closed
Fri, Dec 27 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 28 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 29 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Literacy | Reading Buddies
Sun, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
STEM - Science | Science Library: Arctic & Antarctic Animals - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Dec 23, 11:00am - 11:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a special monthly program designed just for babies 1 and younger!
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Gaming | Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners - Adventures in the Painted World
Mon, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us in a surreal world of living paintings where adventurers work together to slay a dangerous beast and find their way home. No D&D experience (or personal dice) necessary!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
One-on-one learning and reading skills practice for ages 6-11. Earn and collect playing cards each session for a chance to compete in a fun game.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, Dec 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
Children ages 5-10 are invited to read to a friendly dog.
Culinary Arts | Vegan Korean Marinated Beef
Sat, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us at Norcross as we learn how to make a delicious Korean inspired vegan beef dish!
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Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun
Sun, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Hop on over to the children?s area to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Sun, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
STEM - Science | Science Library: Arctic & Antarctic Animals - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Arts | Tween Creator Series - Self Portrait
Mon, Dec 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Tween Creators at Centerville. Tween Creators is a mini series of topics geared toward younger teenagers ages 11 to 14 yrs. old. Today we are painting a self-portrait.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Hobbies | Personal Vision Board
Mon, Dec 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Family | Noon Year's Eve! - Family Storytime to Ring in the New Year
Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:15pm
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Happy New Year! Countdown to 2025 at the Duluth Branch.
Arts | Homeschool Hangout: Teen Edition - Neurographic Art
Thu, Jan 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Join us for a creative workshop where teens will explore neurographic art, a unique drawing technique that blends mindfulness and self-expression through spontaneous, abstract lines and shapes. Participants will learn how to use art as a tool for relaxation, emotional exploration, and personal growth.
Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun
Thu, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Hop on over to the children's area to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.
Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit
Thu, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
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Mete Pete the Cat and have your photo taken with him!
Literacy | READing Paws
Thu, Jan 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice their reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit
Thu, Jan 02, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Snellville Branch
Meet Pete the Cat and have your photo taken with him!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Writing | Writers Club
Thu, Jan 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Looking for a space dedicated towards the craft of writing? Come join our Writers Club! Each session will include quiet time to sit and write as well as open discussions and workshopping our pieces together. This month's writing theme: Historical!
Genealogy | Genealogy Club
Thu, Jan 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree from an experienced researcher.
Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit
Thu, Jan 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Meet Pete the Cat and have your picture taken with him!
Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit
Fri, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Norcross Branch
Meet Pete the Cat and have your photo taken with him!
Early Learning | Purposeful Play
Fri, Jan 03, 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.
Hobbies | Jigsaw Fun at the Library
Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us for our Jigsaw Puzzle Program at the library! Gather with fellow puzzle enthusiasts of all ages to collaborate, share tips, and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere as you piece together colorful challenges. Perfect for families, friends, or anyone looking to unwind!
Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit
Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Suwanee Branch
Meet Pete the Cat and have your photo taken with him!
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Fri, Jan 03, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
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Meet Pete the Cat and have your photo taken with him!
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Have a tail-wagging good time while practicing your reading skills with therapy dog Molly!
Family | Weekend Storytime
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:45am
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.
Family | READing Paws
Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Intro to TinkerCAD
Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab
Get an introduction on using the free website Tinkercad to create your own 3D models! Ages 12+.
Registration opens Saturday, December 28 2024 at 9:00am
STEM - Science | Winter Nature Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for an outdoors scavenger hunt to learn what happens to plants and animals in the winter!
STEM Science | Family STEM Saturday - Wildflowers Don't Care Where They Grow
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
"Wildflowers Don't Care Where They Grow." Celebrate Dolly Parton's birthday month by creating wildflower seed bombs and launchers, based on her song, "Wildflowers."
Learning Labs | Photo Retouching and Restoration
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Learn how to digitize, restore and preserve old photos.
Learning Labs | Last Minute Filmmaking
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio #2
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Literacy | Reading Buddies
Sun, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Jan 06, 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 | Toddler Time
Mon, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).
STEM - Science | Science Library: Glaciology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).
STEM - Science | Homeschool Hangout - Insects!
Mon, Jan 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us as we learn about the fascinating lives of insects!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Book Club | Adult Fiction Book Club
Mon, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Are you eager to talk about your new favorite book? Join us to discuss great books at our Fiction Book Club.
STEM - Engineering | School Age Science - Rubber Band Cars
Mon, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Design and race your own rubber band powered car.
Education | Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
STEM - Mathematics | STEM Crochet Creations - Crocheting Geometric Shapes and Patterns
Mon, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Explore geometric shapes and patterns through the art of crocheting, while learning key STEM concepts.
Arts | Stitched Together Embroidery Club - For Ages 13+
Mon, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us for camaraderie and needlecraft as we practice our embroidery skills!
Learning Labs | Intro to Sewing Machines
Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Five Forks Branch
Learn to use the library's sewing machines. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, December 30 2024 at 6:00pm
Learning Labs | Premiere Pro Basics
Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn the basics of Adobe Premiere and how you can use it for your next project!
Community | Tummy Time
Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Playtime for pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers to meet other families in the community.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Come join us at the Five Forks branch for Toddler Time! We read, sing and play in this storytime designed to target the developmental needs of toddlers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 07, 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 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
For kids ages 2 and under. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way. This event is Device Free.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 07, 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 | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for a FINAL interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Emprendimiento | Orientación sobre su negocio y Prospera - Presentado por Prospera
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Aprenda cómo iniciar su propio negocio de la manera correcta.
Language Learning | Hello English
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime that uses simple books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest storytime participants.
Book Club | Mystery and Crime Novels - "Survive the Night" by Riley Sager
Tue, Jan 07, 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 Riley Sager's Survive the Night.
Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club
Tue, Jan 07, 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 "Wired."
Register
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students, in grade 1-5, who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Gaming | Chess & Go
Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us to learn and play Chess or Go!
Culinary Arts | Let's Make a Dense Bean Salad!
Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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!
Registration opens Tuesday, December 24 2024 at 9:00am
Health & Wellness | Going Gluten Free for Beginners
Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Are you recently diagnosed Celiac or gluten intolerant? Come visit the Centerville branch to discuss the beginning steps to a gluten free life!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come, first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Gaming | Let's Role! - Dungeons & Dragons
Tue, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Ready for adventure, but looking for a group to play with? Join us as we learn and play Dungeons and Dragons in a short-form campaign.
Learning Labs | Intro to Cricut - Cutting Vinyl Sickers
Tue, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1
Learn to use a Cricut smart cutting machine.
Writing | Poetry Writers' Group
Tue, Jan 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Calling all poets! Join us virtually to review and receive constructive critique on your own work or to share a poem you love.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).
Kindergarten Readiness | Letter Camp
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
It's time to learn our letters! Join us each week for early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For children ages 3 and up with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 1)
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
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 Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 1-2 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).
Health & Wellness | Norcross Connect - Gentle Chair Yoga
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross 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 | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Music & Movement
Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a fun program that uses music, wiggles, and giggles to show the connection between reading and rhythm! This program is designed for kids, ages 3 and up.
Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 2)
Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
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 | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
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Community | Homeschool Hangout
Wed, Jan 08, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Calling Homeschool families! Please join us for a Homeschool Hangout!
Writing | The Hero's Journey
Wed, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Creating compelling storylines doesn't have to be difficult; many stories have followed this common structure throughout history from Homer's Odyssey to The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Join us to learn the basics of this storytelling method to improve your stories.
Learning Labs | Bros Who Sew - Machine Basics
Wed, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Are you a teen who is interested in learning how to sew? Join us to learn about using the machine and do a quick project!
Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 1:00pm
Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group - Community and Conversations
Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Community and Conversations: an Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group. This is a safe space to share thoughts and experiences involving the care of your loved ones with Alzheimer's.
Sewing Machine Basics
Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab
Learn to use the sewing equipment available in our Learning Labs. Registration required, ages 13+.
Registration opens Saturday, December 28 2024 at 9:00am
Environment | S.W.A.N.S Club - Salvaging Waste to make Attractive Neat Stuff
Wed, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at SWANS club, where we Salvage Waste to make Attractive Neat Stuff! This month, turn prescription bottles into travel containers. All adults are welcome. *While supplies last.
Culinary Arts | Healthy Snacks
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Want to start eating healthier in the new year? Learn about the importance of making healthy eating choices and make your own healthy snack.
Health & Wellness | Cold Season DIY - Moisturizing Lotion
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn how to make an all natural and moisturizing lotion for this winter! *Children must be accompanied and assisted by a guardian.*
Registration opens Wednesday, January 1 2025 at 4:00pm
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.
Gaming | Apprentice Planeswalker Guild - Magic: The Gathering Commander League
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Casual Magic: the Gathering group where we learn to play the Commander format. Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Decks provided or bring your own.
Hobbies | Awesome Art - Charcoal Still-Life Drawings
Wed, Jan 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Budding artist? Join us! Come learn about different materials and methods of art and create your own masterpiece! (Please dress to be messy!)
Arts | Dream It, See It: Vision Board Creation
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for a creative workshop where you'll manifest your goals for 2025 by sharing your aspirations and designing a vision board, while discovering library resources to help you achieve them.
STEM - Science | The Science of Fireworks
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us as we explore the science of fireworks. Together, we will learn about the interesting science of fireworks, how to practice fireworks safety and conduct an exciting fireworks experiment.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.
Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep Course
Wed, Jan 08, 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.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us for preschool storytime at the Five Forks branch! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 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 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
The program is open for kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie at the Dacula Branch for our Preschool Storytime, featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more! Targeted for the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for stories, songs, and movement!
Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:15am
Virtual
Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!
Senior Living | New Year's Resolution - Older Adults Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices
Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join the conversation about healthy lifestyle; diet and exercise and how we can impact the health resolutions we make for 2025!
Book Club | Hybrid Book Club
Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a friendly discussion of "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus.
STEM - Technology | Code Club
Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Practice coding skills in a social setting with self-guided courses from Fiero Code.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!
STEM - Technology | Sphero Golf
Thu, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Have fun learning basic programming with Sphero Golf! Guide our spherical robotic friend through the mini golf courses using different control methods!
Writing | Essay Mechanics 101: Tips and Structure
Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Essay writing can be stressful, but in this workshop, we will practice a variety of techniques to hone writing skills. In this event, we will practice essay structure, punctuation practice, and editing skills.
STEM - Science | Nebula Jars
Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Learn about nebulas and create a nebula jar to take home!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come, first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Community | Magic: The Gathering
Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come together with your Mountain Park community as we take a dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering! Open to beginners and experienced players alike.
Early Learning | Pajama Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Bring your favorite stuffed animal and/or blanket and join Ms. Sarah for an evening storytime in your pajamas.
Health & Wellness | Meditate and Celebrate
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Relax with us as we engage in a rejuvenating sound bath with Raye Andrews, a Certified Vibrational Sound Therapist.
Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Come to learn how to play, learn more about, and/or enjoy the classic board games of chess and checkers!
Gaming | Chess Knight
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Love to play chess? Join us for an hour of game play. All levels and ages are welcome. Registration is Required.
Registration opens Thursday, December 26 2024 at 6:00pm
Community | Create Your Future Vision
Thu, Jan 09, 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.
Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories For the Screen
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Five Forks Branch
This is a weekly program dedicated to the craft of screenwriting! Attend this program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged to reap the full benefits!
Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 9:00am
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!
Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Jan 10, 9:00am - 9:25am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime geared for babies, ages 0-2 and their grown-ups!
Register
Early Learning | Little Artist - Henri Matisse
Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us for our Little Artist program where we learn about different art styles and artists and make a craft to take home! For ages 5 and under with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.
Early Learning | Weekend Storytime
Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lilburn Branch
Join Ms. Mirka for a storytime celebrating Penguin Awareness Day!
Health & Wellness | 2025 Personal Goals Workshop - with Saira Raza
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Most of us dedicate time to setting goals for our employer each year, but what about giving yourself the same attention? Learn how a structured approach to personal goal-setting can refine your values, cultivate self-love, and foster acceptance.
Literacy | Ballet & Books - Storytelling Through Movement
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Centerville Branch
What do books and ballet have in common? Both tell stories! Come out to Centerville to learn ballet at your local library.
Family | READing Paws
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lilburn Branch
READing Paws is a program that is dedicated to improving the reading skills of children using registered therapy teams as literacy mentors.
Arts | Creative Crafts - Promoting Arts for Crafty Kids
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Welcome to Creative Crafts! An event where kids can make cool DIYs and learn how to do art! Join us in creating silly strings, swirling spinners, and icy igloos for you to share at home or to your friends!
Learning Labs | Open House
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Centerville Branch - Centerville Learning Lab
Come visit the Learning Lab and see all the neat equipment and software you can use!
Health & Wellness | Coping Strategies for January Blues - with NAMI (The National Alliance on Mental Health)
Sat, Jan 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Come join SUW staff along with NAMI (The National Alliance on Mental Health) President Tera Carter, as we discuss coping strategies for January Blues.
Health & Wellness | Stories, Songs, & Stretches - Yoga Storytime
Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca to read, sing, and learn how to do basic yoga poses and mindfulness exercises to build resilience in your body and mind. Yoga practice can help keep you grounded and healthy, so you feel more capable when navigating life's ups and downs.
Family | New Year, New You! - Family Vision Boards
Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Create a vision board of resolutions for yourself and your family at Lawrenceville. Discuss previous revolutions, their success or failure, and get inspired to make 2025 your best year ever!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Raising Resiliance | Interplay for Resilience
Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Duluth Branch
All ages are invited to join us for 90 minutes of structured play, joy, movement, and interactive storytelling. InterPlay tools and methods will be introduced incrementally so they are accessible to all bodies. Unlock the wisdom of your body with InterPlay and discover for yourself how resilient you can be.
Health & Wellness | Worry Less New Year - DIY Worry Dolls
Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Stressed or worried about the upcoming year? Worry less by making your very own Guatemalan-inspired Worry Doll who will keep your worries for you!
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing
Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Centerville Branch - Centerville Learning Lab
Join the Learning Labs as we show you the basics of using the 3D Printer!
Registration opens Sunday, January 5 2025 at 9:00am
Gaming | Chess & Go
Sun, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and play Chess or Go in a friendly environment.
Gaming | Chess Club
Sun, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment.
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
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!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join Ms. Sarah for a special monthly program designed just for infants!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Join us as we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.
Book Club | Murder with a Twist - Mystery/Fiction Book Club - "Everyone on this Train is a Suspect" by Benjamin Stevenson
Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join the Five Forks Mystery/Fiction Book Club in discussing this month's selection, "Everyone on this Train is a Suspect" by Benjamin Stevenson
STEM - Science | Science Library: Glaciology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).
Author Talk | Leara Rhodes
Mon, Jan 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join author Leara Rhodes as she discusses her historical novel "Spancil Hill."
Education | I/DD: Your Best Life Skills
Mon, Jan 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual
Pat Satterfield of the Dunamis Educational Foundation presents monthly life skills classes for adults and teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and their family members or caregivers. The topic for January will be "Setting and Reaching Goals."
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Book Club | Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club - How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin
Mon, Jan 13, 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, How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Arts | DIY Paper Mache Planter - Create A Masterpiece
Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us to create a long lasting plant Planter. We will learn how to make this amazing paper mache craft for fun at home.
STEM - Mathematics | K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math club
Mon, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Duluth Branch
K-2nd graders, come and build your math skills with games, technology, and lots of fun!
Hobbies | Printmaking Workshop - Create Your Own Unique Art Prints!
Mon, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Interested in printmaking? Come learn about various printmaking techniques and create your own prints in this exciting workshop!
Education | Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Arts | Stitched Together Embroidery Club - For Ages 13+
Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us for camaraderie and needlecraft as we practice our embroidery skills!
Community | Tarot Club
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Every Full Moon at Centerville Library, Tarot enthusiasts come together! This program will go over readings they patrons may have questions on so they can get clarity in a group. We?ll do a monthly tarot forecast to see what each participant has to look forward to! **BRING YOUR OWN CARDS**
Learning Labs | Intro to Green Screen
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn how to shoot and edit video using the green screen to change the appearance of your background location.
Community | Tummy Time
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Playtime for pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers to meet other families in the community.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Come join us at the Five Forks branch for Toddler Time! We read, sing and play in this storytime designed to target the developmental needs of toddlers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 14, 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 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
For kids ages 2 and under. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way. This event is Device Free.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 14, 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 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Language Learning | Hello English
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Join us as we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime that uses simple books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest storytime participants.
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Tue, Jan 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special lapsit storytime for infants. This program will introduce books, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their parent or caregiver.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 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 | IDD: Open Your World Book Club
Tue, Jan 14, 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 "Wired."
Register
Literacy | Book Tasting - Let's Learn Book Genres!
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
We will learn the components of different genres (Fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, adventure, action, supernatural, etc), and then "taste" some books; peruse, write down and discuss!
STEM - Science | Jr. Einstein's Let It Snow - Making Snowflakes
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Centerville Branch
Kids it's cold outside so let's make snowflakes! Join us as we learn the science behind how snowflakes are made while we make our own marshmallow snowflakes!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students, in grade 1-5, who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Art | Art Club- Creative Partners - Design Your Own Coloring Page
Tue, Jan 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn new art techniques by exploring your own creative process and learn to be playful!
Arts | Bad Art Night
Tue, Jan 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lilburn Branch
It?s a late afternoon of artistic experimentation, laughter, and chaos as you try to win the title of Worstest Artist. A freestyle craft event for everyone. Registration required, please register here.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math, or Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8 at the Norcross Branch. It's a drop-in session. No registration is required.
STEM - Science | Ocean Layers
Tue, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Come and learn about the five layers of the ocean and then get to make your very own ocean layers in a cup!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come, first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Arts | Decoding Modern Art - Abstract Expressionism
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Do you find modern art confusing or boring? Come learn about abstract expressionism as we venture into the world of modern art!
Book Club | Stitch & Tell - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us for Stitch & Tell, a creative book club, where we will explore different literary worlds and work on a fiber arts project. This month, we're discussing Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
Education | SAT 101
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us as we explore the SAT. Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals!
STEM - Engineering | Newspaper Tower
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Come make a newspaper tower! Think of ways to make your tower strong and be ready to test it.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Five Forks Branch
Learn the basics of 3D Printing with our Prusa 3D printer!
Book Club | ATL Reads Virtual Book Club - The Lost and Found Bookshop by Susan Wiggs
Tue, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom
ATL Reads Book Club welcomes all who enjoy reading a variety of genres.
Learning Labs | Resin Printing Basics
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1
Learn how to make highly detailed 3D prints with a Resin Printer.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 1 2025 at 10:00am
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Norcross Branch
Join us for tummy time and stories, parent and baby bonding, and some fun sing-alongs for an early educational start!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).
Kindergarten Readiness | Letter Camp
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
It's time to learn our letters! Join us each week for early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For children ages 3 and up with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 1)
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
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 Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 1-2 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 2)
Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
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 | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Education | Homeschool Hangout - Snowflakes
Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grayson Branch
Calling all Homeschoolers! This month, join us to learn about how snowflakes form, then make your own snowflake art piece.
Explore the Library | Start the year right with Tutor.com
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Start the new school semester with the library's digital resource Tutor.com.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.
Community | Language Exchange / Intercambio de Idiomas - Kitchen Talk
Wed, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Ever wanted a safe space to meet your community all while learning about their cultural backgrounds and languages they may speak? Then join our very first language exchange social! We'll be discussing recipes and making a simple one together!
Community | '80s Pop-up Trivia Night
Wed, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Put on those leg warmers and join us for some totally tubular 1980s trivia! Sample our selection of fresh popcorn as your team battles it out to become Grayson's Trivia Champions!
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.
Community | Knitted Together - A Knitting & Crocheting Meet Up
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us in knitting and crocheting while connecting with other community members! All skill levels are welcome.
Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep Course
Wed, Jan 15, 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.
Finance & Budget | Stock Market Simulator - Virtual Investment Club For Teens
Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 7:50pm
Lilburn Branch
Teens compete in a 10-week stock market simulation to see who can amass the largest portfolio.
Jobs & Careers | Mobile Career Lab
Thu, Jan 16, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Seeking Employment? Get help from the Mobile Career Lab.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us for preschool storytime at the Five Forks branch! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 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 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
The program is open for kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie at the Dacula Branch for our Preschool Storytime, featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more! Targeted for the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.
Book Club | Cozy Book Club
Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Cozy Mystery book. This month's book is "A Flicker in the Dark" by Stacy Willingham
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for stories, songs, and movement!
Education | Homeschool Hangout - Library Tour and Escape Room
Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Our monthly get together for homeschooling families. This month we will learn about the library and solve an Escape Room!
STEM - Science | Homeschool Hangout - Learn About Germs
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Learn how germs make us sick and how to prevent them from spreading.
Book Club | The Next Chapter - Suwanee Book Club
Thu, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us as we discuss "First Lie Wins" by Ashley Elston.
STEM - Science | Animal Camouflage
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
When it seems like you don't belong, sometimes it helps to blend in! Come to the library to learn all about how different animals adapt to their environments using camouflage, and take home a fun craft!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.
Explore the Library | Kanopy Film Club - A Cat in Paris (2010)
Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Learn about something new by watching a film on Kanopy and joining us in the library for a lively discussion!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math, or Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8 at the Norcross Branch. It's a drop-in session. No registration is required.
STEM - Science | Make Your Own Thaumatrope! - Optical Illusion Toy
Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us to learn about a Thaumatrope, which is a fun optical illusion toy that was popular in the 1800s. Then make one of your own.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come, first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Environment | Making Sustainable Firestarters
Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
How are you staying warm this winter? Let's discover how to safely and sustainably build a fire for your bonfire or fireplace, and learn to make an eco-friendly firestarter of your own! *Registration Required*
Writing | Letter to a Friend - Universal Letter Writing Week
Thu, Jan 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Have you written a letter to a friend recently (or ever?). Join us to learn the basics of letter writing.
Consumer Education | Detention Pond Maintenance Workshop
Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Maintenance guidelines for private property owners and HOAs. Learn how to care for detention ponds in your neighborhood.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us for Reading Club, where you can practice and become an active reader!
Register
Community | Teen Advisory Council
Thu, Jan 16, 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!
Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories For the Screen
Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Five Forks Branch
This is a weekly program dedicated to the craft of screenwriting! Attend this program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged to reap the full benefits!
Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 9:00am
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!
Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Jan 17, 9:00am - 9:25am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime geared for babies, ages 0-2 and their grown-ups!
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Early Learning | Music & Movement
Fri, Jan 17, 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 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
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Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.
Learning Labs | Branding for Small Business
Fri, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Do you have a brand or are you thinking of creating one? Then, come join us in learning all about branding and how to make it work for you and your company.
Education | American Girl - An Immersive Experience
Fri, Jan 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn about health, history, and saving through American girl dolls. Adult collectors, parents, and children alike are all welcome to join us for these once a month experiences
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to join us to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Hobbies | Boost Your Creativity in 2025
Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Did you know that creativity can be taught? Join us at the library as we teach you how to be creative using fun exercises and games! No art skills required. Just bring your imagination!
Early Learning | Weekend Storytime
Sat, Jan 18, 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.
Community | Mini Quince Expo
Sat, Jan 18, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Are you planning your Quinceañera this year? Then this program is for you! ¿Estás planeando tu Quinceañera este año? ¡Entonces este programa es para ti!
Learning Labs | Intro to Adobe Lightroom
Sat, Jan 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Attend this program to receive an introduction on the basics of the software Adobe Lightroom. AGES 12 AND UP.
Registration opens Saturday, January 11 2025 at 12:00pm
Book Club | Bite-Size Book Club
Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Discover the power of brevity and depth in storytelling with fellow book enthusiasts. This month, we will dive into All Systems Red, by Martha Wells, exploring its rich themes and characters in lively discussions.
Community | Honoring Martin Luther King Jr's Dream - Living the Dream: Friendship, Unity, and Kindness
Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us as we explore Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech and make bracelets symbolizing friendship, unity, and peace.
Culinary Arts | Mango Sticky Rice
Sun, Jan 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Come learn how to make Mango Sticky Rice with us! This Southeastern Asian dessert is the perfect warm treat for a cold winter morning!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Genealogy | Mind Your Census - Genealogy Workshop
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
There's more to the U.S. Census than names and ages; learn about how to get the most out of the U.S. Population Census and about a variety of other types of U.S. census records.
Literacy | Read to Mr. Bunbun
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Children ages 5+ are invited to practice their reading skills by reading to a friendly rabbit.
Early Learning | Sensory Storytime
Sun, Jan 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us for an interactive and educational storytime designed for children with sensory integration challenges that combines books, songs, movement, and more!
Gaming | Chess Club
Sun, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Grayson Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment.
Community | Tummy Time
Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Playtime for pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers to meet other families in the community.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Tue, Jan 21, 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 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Come join us at the Five Forks branch for Toddler Time! We read, sing and play in this storytime designed to target the developmental needs of toddlers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 21, 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 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
For kids ages 2 and under. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way. This event is Device Free.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 21, 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.
Language Learning | Hello English
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.
Language Learning | Basic English - Korean
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 7 2025 at 9:00am
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Join us as we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime that uses simple books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest storytime participants.
Early Learning | Baby and Me Yoga
Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Dads, Moms, and Grandparents welcome! Gather with your little ones for a 30 minute baby yoga class presented by Kidsfull Yoga.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 7 2025 at 11:30am
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 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 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Target audience is adults with Intermediate English language fluency.
Genealogy | Genealogy Club
Tue, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree from an experienced researcher.
Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club
Tue, Jan 21, 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 "Wired."
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Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students, in grade 1-5, who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Community | Lunar New Year 2025 Celebrations
Tue, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at the Duluth Branch Library to learn about this amazing East and Southeast Asian festival. Then, decorate your home with colorful, festive art to bring good luck to you and your family! Supplies will be provided.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math, or Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8 at the Norcross Branch. It's a drop-in session. No registration is required.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come, first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Book Club | "Babysitter's Club" Book Club
Tue, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
A book club for kids designed to encourage reading by having a fun meeting once per month where we discuss a book from the popular series "The Babysitter's Club" followed by a fun activity such as trivia, a word search or a craft.
Jobs & Careers | Google Guides - Intro to Gmail
Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Whether you're looking to declutter your inbox or optimize your communication, this session will provide valuable strategies to make Gmail work for you!
Learning Labs | 3D Design with Tinkercad
Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Five Forks Branch
Learn how to design 3D models to 3D print with Tinkercad.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 14 2025 at 6:00pm
Community | Library on Tap - at Social Fox Brewing
Tue, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Social Fox Brewing
Kickback with Gwinnett County Public Library at Social Fox Brewing!
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