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Learning Labs | Custom Earrings With Inkscape and Glowforge
2024-06-18 18:00:00 2024-06-18 19:45:00 America/New_York Learning Labs | Custom Earrings With Inkscape and Glowforge Attend this program to learn how to use the software Inkscape to create your own design. Then use the Glowforge laser cutter to create earrings out of your design! Ages 12 and up. Five Forks Branch -

Tuesday, June 18
6:00pm - 7:45pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-18 18:00:00 2024-06-18 19:45:00 America/New_York Learning Labs | Custom Earrings With Inkscape and Glowforge Attend this program to learn how to use the software Inkscape to create your own design. Then use the Glowforge laser cutter to create earrings out of your design! Ages 12 and up. Five Forks Branch -

Attend this program to learn how to use the software Inkscape to create your own design. Then use the Glowforge laser cutter to create earrings out of your design! Ages 12 and up.

Using the free software Inkscape and the Glowforge laser cutter, you can make your own custom earrings. Learn how to create your own design and then use our Glowforge to cut and engrave that design for earrings. Supplies provided.

AGE GROUP: | Ages 19+ | Ages 16-18 | Ages 12 - 15 |

EVENT TYPE: | Learning Labs | Hobbies | Arts |

Five Forks Branch
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Rescheduled
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Mon, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
A virtual meeting for speakers of Japanese to practice English.
Education | Homeschool Hangout - Roller Coaster Physics: Paper Trail of Thrills
Mon, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Dacula Branch
Homeschool students will learn about the different aspects of STEAM with hands-on activities.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
STEM - Science | Science of Handwriting - World Calligraphy Day
Mon, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Learn the science of handwriting and why it boosts brain development more than typing. Then we will learn a brief history of calligraphy before participating in a fun calligraphy activity.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
STEM - Science | School Age Science - All about Germs
Mon, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Why do we get sick? How can we keep from getting sick? Join us as we learn all about germs and do some hands-on activities!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Adults - Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English conversational skills and increase confidence in using the language by practicing their English Fluency through conversation, activities, and assignments
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
One-on-one learning and reading skills practice for all ages. Earn and collect playing cards each session for a chance to compete in a fun game.
Jobs & Careers | Jumpstart Your Job Search!
Mon, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Give your job search a jolt of energy! Join us to learn how to improve your resume, where to search for jobs, how to prepare for your interview, and grow your career skills!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Tue, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Community | Tummy Time
Tue, Aug 06, 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, Aug 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Aug 06, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Aug 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 | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Aug 06, 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 Storytime
Tue, Aug 06, 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.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Tue, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Practice English conversation with themes each week on a variety of topics!
This event is full
Book Club | Mystery and Crime Novels - "One Step Too Far" by Lisa Gardner
Tue, Aug 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 "One Step Too Far" by Lisa Gardner.
Genealogy | Genealogy Club
Tue, Aug 06, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Raising Resilience | Mini Art, Mighty Stress Relief
Tue, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Do the demands of your day leave you stressed? Join us in exploring the many and mighty benefits of making mini art. Then, take part in some stress relief by painting your own mini canvas to swap with others or take home.
Language Learning | Conversations in Spanish
Tue, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Language Learning | Basic English For Spanish Speakers
Tue, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice your English in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker. - ¡Acompañanos para aprender y practicar inglés en un ambiente informal!
Learning Labs | A Robotics Adventure - Robotics Camp
Tue, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Suwanee Branch
This 8-week workshop will focus on learning the basics of robotics including what robots are, programming concepts, and how they work. Sessions are two hours, sequential, and build upon previous sessions. Registration is required. Ages 13 to 18 only.
Registration is now closed
Gaming | Chess Club
Tue, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Come join our monthly Chess Club to play and learn Chess, Go, and other strategy games in a friendly environment. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Gaming | Let's Role - Dungeons & Dragons
Tue, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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.
Citizenship | Citizenship Information Session - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice/Poder Latinx
Tue, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Discover the requirements for citizenship and the naturalization process in our informational session.
Langauge Learning | Basic English for Spanish Speakers
Tue, Aug 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your English in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker. - ¡Acompañanos para aprender y practicar inglés en un ambiente informal!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners. Ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Aug 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, Aug 07, 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, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us at Snellville Library for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and Kindergarten readiness skills! Storytime is followed by a hands-on craft activity. For ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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, Aug 07, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, engages with developmental toys and activities, and sings songs!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us at Snellville Library for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.
Culinary Arts | Classic Gimbap / A Traditional Korean Dish
Wed, Aug 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Wanting to change your appetite for a healthier diet? Join us to learn how to make some delicious home-made classic Korean Gimbap
This event is full
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Aug 07, 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 | Super Science: Microscopy
Wed, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Take a look into the world that?s invisible to your eyes! See how objects look under a microscope and figure out what they are really made of!
STEM - Science | Oreo Moon Phases
Wed, Aug 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn about the phases of the moon and make your own Earth, Sun & Moon phases with Oreos!
Raising Resilience | Shadow Fun
Wed, Aug 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Make & decorate your own shadow projector and create a story using shadows! Let your imagination run wild or explore different emotions by creating funny faces!
Learning Labs | Digital Painting Basics - Intro to XP Pen Tablets
Wed, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab
In this beginner-friendly program, we will cover the basics of using our XP-Pen digital tablets for creating your own digital artwork.
Health & Wellness | Practicing Chen Style Tai Chi
Wed, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Practice Chen Style Tai chi, New Frame, Routine One (83 form). Build physical strength, body balance, and relieve stress.
Gaming | Chess Club
Wed, Aug 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!
Consumer Education | Water Assistance Workshop
Thu, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Need help with leaks, septic tanks, or water-efficient fixtures? Learn how you can get assistance with plumbing needs through the Water Resources Assistance Program (WRAP).
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
This program introduces children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing. Ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
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, Aug 08, 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, Aug 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, Aug 08, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Thu, Aug 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs and movement!
Community | Norcross Connect - Women's Equality Month: Mixed-Media Painting
Thu, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Socialize with members of your Norcross community while learning a new skill.
Author Talk | Erin Bartels
Thu, Aug 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom
Award-winning author Erin Bartels will present an informative and illustrated talk about obstacles women artists have faced in the past and the things we all let get in our way of creating today.
Book Club | Hybrid Book Club
Thu, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a friendly discussion of the classic Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
Culinary Arts | National Mochi Day! - Let's Make Mochi!
Thu, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Mochi is a sweet rice cake that is found in many different sweet or savory varieties in Japanese cuisine. Homemade Mochi Ice Cream is a sweet and chewy Japanese rice cake filled with your choice of ice cream in a soft, slightly chewy, sweet rice dough. You won't believe how easy it is to make yourself!
This event is full
Raising Resilience | DIY Self Care - Anxiety Relief Spray
Thu, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn how to make your own anxiety relief spray as we explore how essential oils can be used to alleviate back to school nerves.
Registration opens Thursday, August 1 2024 at 9:00am
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Arts | Zine Making
Thu, Aug 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Use your creative writing and art skills to learn how to make your own zine! Learn how zine making can be a tool for emotional expression.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Aug 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen
Thu, Aug 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Five Forks Branch
This is a weekly program dedicated to the craft of screenwriting! Attend this program to assist you in writing original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged to reap the full benefits. Note: this program is currently intended to end on September 19th. Ages 12 and up.
Registration opens Thursday, August 1 2024 at 6:00pm
STEM | pH Science: Penny Cleaning Solutions
Thu, Aug 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
August 8th is Take A Penny, Leave A Penny Day! Test penny cleaning solutions of various pHs, debate keeping the penny, and learn about its history!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Aug 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us to practice English conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing - Cura & LulzBot
Thu, Aug 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Learning Lab
Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use the Learning Lab's printers for your personal projects!
Health & Wellness | Developing Resilience - with Tai Chi for Beginners (Part 1)
Thu, Aug 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at Duluth Library to learn the fundamentals of Tai Chi, a gentle and low-impact form of exercise to help you relieve stress and take care of your health. Bring your own towels and water bottles.
Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Aug 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Early Learning | Toddler time
Fri, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and younger. Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to little learners!
Author Talk | K-Dramas & Mental Health
Sat, Aug 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Discover how Korean dramas can improve your well-being and provide a sense of belonging as therapist and author Jeanie Chang discusses her book, "How K-Dramas Can Transform Your Life."
Family | Weekend Storytime
Sat, Aug 10, 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.
STEM - Engineering | Lego Club
Sat, Aug 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Get creative and promote engineering skills by building our own Lego creations.
Early Learning | Family Storytime - Family Fun Month
Sat, Aug 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch
Bring the whole family out to the Five Forks Branch for a fun Saturday morning storytime and craft celebrating Family Fun Month!
Finance & Budget | Estrategias para un presupuesto exitoso - Taller financiero presentado por MIRA USA
Sat, Aug 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Descubre cómo optimizar tu relación con el banco, gestionar eficientemente tu presupuesto y maximizar tus ahorros en nuestro taller práctico de finanzas.
Family | READing Paws
Sat, Aug 10, 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.
Kindergarten Readiness | Letter Camp: Kk
Sat, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie at the Dacula Branch each month to explore letters and their sounds. We will read books, sing songs, play games, use sensory exploration, and art to help us learn the letters.
STEM - Engineering | Back to School Battle Robots Workshop - Presented by RoboThink
Sat, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Centerville Branch
RoboThink East Atlanta presents a program where children can unleash their creativity and engineering skills. Children will have the opportunity to design and build their own battle robots while learning about robotics and teamwork!
Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics
Sat, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn to use a sewing machine!
Registration opens Saturday, August 3 2024 at 9:00am
Raising Resilience | Yoga at the Library
Sat, Aug 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for a kid-friendly yoga session to learn 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 navigating life's ups and downs.
Explore the Library | Sensory Browsing Hour
Sun, Aug 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
All families, friends, and caregivers of people with special needs, no matter the age, and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience.
Raising Resilience | Family Vision Board Workshop
Sun, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula branch and create a family vision board!* Craft boards where each family member can express their aspirations while collectively envisioning your family's future. *While supplies last.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Sun, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Gaming | Chess Club
Sun, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment
STEM - Technology | Internet Basics
Sun, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn about search engines, the internet, and navigating websites.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Aug 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 | Toddler Time
Mon, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Book Club | Murder with a Twist - Mystery/Fiction Book Club - Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone
Mon, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join the Five Forks Mystery/Fiction Book Club for a discussion of "Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone" by Benjamin Stevenson.
Environment | Saving the Chattahoochee - Film Screening & Talkback
Mon, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Enjoy a free screening of the film and a talk with director Hal Jacobs and riverkeeper Sally Bethea.
Education | Tú puedes aprender a usar la computadora
Mon, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
¡Ya es hora de aprender a cómo usar la computadora! Visítenos en la biblioteca de Peachtree Corners para aprender sobre los recursos que te enseñan a cómo usar la computadora.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy in an interactive way for children ages 3 through 5.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Aug 12, 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).
Education | I/DD: Your Best Life Skills
Mon, Aug 12, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual
Join us for monthly life skills classes for adults and teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and for their family members or caregivers. This month's topic is "Handling Stress".
Health & Wellness | Chair Yoga
Mon, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Is a healthier you on your task list? Come bend, stretch, and breathe in an accessible and gentle yoga class ? all without leaving your chair!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Community | Origami Lanterns
Mon, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us as we learn about the Hungry Ghost Festival! We will discuss traditions during this holiday and create origami lanterns you can take home.
STEM - Technology | 3D Printing at the Library
Mon, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Learn how 3D printers work and start a small print of your own!
Book Club | Fiction Book Club
Mon, Aug 12, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Adults - Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English conversational skills and increase confidence in using the language by practicing their English Fluency through conversation, activities, and assignments
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
One-on-one learning and reading skills practice for all ages. Earn and collect playing cards each session for a chance to compete in a fun game.
STEM - Engineering | How Does Space Docking Work?
Mon, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Come join us as we learn how shuttles dock in space! Think it?s easy? Try your hand at our collaborative play challenge to see how well you and your crew can get the shuttle safely docked!
Family | Evening Storytime
Mon, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us for a special nighttime storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes... pajamas are encouraged! For children of all ages with a caregiver.
Raising Resilience | Importance of Sleep
Mon, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Kickoff the school year right by forming healthy sleep habits! Discover why sleep is important for feeling and performing our best, then enjoy a fun choose-your-own adventure quiz and take home a board game template to make healthy habits stick with your family!
STEM - Science | Create a Comet
Mon, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn about the annual Perseid meteor shower and help create the library?s very own comet using dry ice!
Health & Wellness | Back to School Scaries - DIY Anxiety Relief Spray
Mon, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Explore how essential oils can help ease back-to-school nerves by learning how to make your own anxiety calming room and body spray.
Community | Tummy Time
Tue, Aug 13, 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, Aug 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Aug 13, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Aug 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, Aug 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 | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Aug 13, 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 | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Babies and Young Toddlers Storytime! Where we read stories and enjoy music & movement for our youngest listeners; babies and young toddlers ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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. Using movement activities and baby sign language, infants will discover a variety of ways to interact with others!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Aug 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!
Culinary Arts | Journey and Flavor: Wisconsin
Tue, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Experience 'Journey and Flavor,' a culinary travel series exploring the destinations and recipes of different states throughout the U.S.! Registration required.
Register
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
High School students come and tutor grade school kids on their homework or whatever is going on in school.
Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids - Lunchbox Recipes
Tue, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Collins Hill Branch
A cooking program for children and their accompanying adults.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 30 2024 at 11:00am
Environment | Grow for It! - Garden Starters
Tue, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Cultivate green thumbs! Join our hands-on sessions where children learn about plants, gardening techniques, and the environment. From seed to harvest, let's grow together!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Aug 13, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills at the Dacula Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.
Education | Study Skills
Tue, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
A new school year is here! Learn about ways to destress, different studying techniques, and library resources that you can use to prepare.
Learning Labs | A Robotics Adventure - Robotics Camp
Tue, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Suwanee Branch
This 8-week workshop will focus on learning the basics of robotics including what robots are, programming concepts, and how they work. Sessions are two hours, sequential, and build upon previous sessions. Registration is required. Ages 13 to 18 only.
Registration is now closed
Culinary Arts | Healthy Affordable Cooking - Vietnamese Veggie Spring Rolls
Tue, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch
With fresh vegetables wrapped in rice paper, Vietnamese spring rolls are served as a refreshing appetizer for an Asian-inspired meal. Join us to learn how to make healthy veggie spring rolls using rice paper.
This event is full
Book Club | Stitch & Tell - A Man Called Ove by Fredrick Backman
Tue, Aug 13, 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 "A man called Ove" by Fredrick Backman.
Gaming | Chess Knight
Tue, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Love to play chess or interested in learning to play? Join us for an hour of gameplay. All levels and ages are welcome. Registration is Required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 30 2024 at 6:00pm
Book Club | ATL Reads Virtual Book Club - 'Lone Women' by Victor LaValle
Tue, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom
ATL Reads Book Club welcomes all who enjoy reading a variety of genres. We are a no-commitment book club; some people come every month and others occasionally.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners. Ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Aug 14, 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 | Baby and Me Storytime
Wed, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join us for tummy time and stories for stories, parent and baby bonding and some fun sing-alongs for an early educational start!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us at Snellville Library for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and Kindergarten readiness skills! Storytime is followed by a hands-on craft activity. For ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Community | Homeschool Hangout
Wed, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Calling Homeschool families! Please join us for a Homeschool Hangout!
Early Learning | Music & Movement
Wed, Aug 14, 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 | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 14, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, engages with developmental toys and activities, and sings songs!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us at Snellville Library for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.
Voting | Voting and Civic Engagement 101
Wed, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dacula Branch
Learn about voter registration and how you can get involved in politics.
Health & Wellness | Back to School Stress Balls
Wed, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Want help dealing with back to school stress? Join us at the Peachtree Corners library to make stress balls.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.
Hobbies | Awesome Art: Impressionism with Oil Pastels
Wed, Aug 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Budding artist? Join us! Create art with a variety of materials and methods. (Please dress to be messy!)
Community | Happy National Friendship Day
Wed, Aug 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us to celebrate National Friendship Day and make friendship bracelets to mark the occasion.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Aug 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.
Learning Labs | Open House
Wed, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab
Did you know you can 3D print for FREE at the library? What about sewing machines? Or using a Cricut? Join us inside the Hamilton Mill Learning Labs to see all the equipment and resources we offer!
Health & Wellness | Practicing Chen Style Tai Chi
Wed, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Practice Chen Style Tai chi, New Frame, Routine One (83 form). Build physical strength, body balance, and relieve stress.
Jobs & Careers | Mobile Career Lab
Thu, Aug 15, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Seeking Employment? Get help from the Mobile Career Lab.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
This program introduces children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing. Ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
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, Aug 15, 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, Aug 15, 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, Aug 15, 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.
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Thu, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Thu, Aug 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs and movement!
Education | Homeschool Hangout | Animal Habitats
Thu, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Our monthly get together for homeschooling families. This month we are building animal habitats.
Book Club | Cozy Mystery Book Club
Thu, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Cozy Mystery book. This month?s book is ?Mother Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon
Education | HomeSchool Hangout - Paper Bridges
Thu, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us as we use our engineering skills to make paper bridges.
Health and Wellness | Promoting Self Care
Thu, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us for an interactive session focused on improving self-care. Presenter Audrey Boyce, a registered nurse, will incorporate storytelling, trivia, and evidence-based tips to inspire participants to take action for better self-care.
Book Club | The Next Chapter - Suwanee Book Club
Thu, Aug 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us as we discuss "The Only One Left" by Riley Sager.
Rescheduled
Community | Dungeons, Dragons & Donuts
Thu, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Thursday, August 15, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Dacula Branch
Come to this program to meet like-minded teens and solve problems in a short-form campaign.
Community | Dungeons, Dragons & Donuts
Thu, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Dacula Branch
Come to this program to meet like-minded teens and solve problems in a short-form campaign.
Language Learning | Movies in English
Thu, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Watch, Discuss and Learn! Join us every other Thursday for our virtual ESL Movie Club to improve your vocabulary, English conversational and listening skills!
Register
Education | Study Smarter, Not Harder
Thu, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norcross Branch
For teens and adults alike, our 'Study Smarter, Not Harder' program at the library offers valuable techniques for academic success. Learn efficient study methods, time management skills, and effective note-taking strategies to excel in your studies.
STEM - Engineering | Space Landers
Thu, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for STEM-tastic! We will be aerospace engineers, designing a space lander that will protect two astronauts as they land on the Moon.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
STEM - Science | Jr. Einsteins
Thu, Aug 15, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for STEAM activities geared for K- 2nd graders! This month we're going to learn all about the scientific method and buoyancy using cookies!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Aug 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.
Community | Magic: The Gathering
Thu, Aug 15, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Aug 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Aug 15, 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.
STEM - Science | Watercolor Butterfly
Thu, Aug 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Butterflies look so vibrant and colorful, but did you know that butterfly wings are clear? Join us to learn more about how butterflies get their striking colors and other fun facts about butterflies. Then paint your own watercolor butterfly.
Early Learning | Reading Buddies
Thu, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at the Duluth Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader!
Register
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us to practice English conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!
Community | Internet Safety - with the Snellville Police Department
Thu, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Learn about internet safety and how to keep safe online.
Learning Labs | Screenwriting Bootcamp
Thu, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Five Forks Branch
Join the Learning Labs as we host a Screenwriting Bootcamp where everyone writes their own screenplays and shares it with their peers!
Registration opens Thursday, August 8 2024 at 9:00am
Author Talk | Old Enough
Thu, Aug 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Attend a lively discussion with the editor and two contributors of "Old Enough: Southern Women Artists and Writers on Creativity and Aging."
Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Aug 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Writing | Self-Publishing Writers Workshop - Roadmap to Self-Publishing and Marketing
Fri, Aug 16, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Discover the proven strategies to navigate the dynamic world of publishing, elevate your marketing game, and turn your passion into a profitable success.
Health & Wellness | Stretch It Out Morning Yoga
Fri, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us as we explore health and mindfulness through basic gentle yoga led by a librarian.
Early Learning | Toddler time
Fri, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and younger. Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to little learners!
Raising Resilience | Coding With Resilience
Sat, Aug 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lilburn Branch
Join us for a fun morning to learn basic coding, critical thinking and explore your feelings with various tech toys and games.
Early Learning | Let's Go Bananas Storytime
Sat, Aug 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Let's celebrate National Banana Day together! Join Ms. Nikki for a morning of stories and activities as we learn about bananas and more!
Early Learning | Bilingual Storytime
Sat, Aug 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
¡Acompáñenos para cuentos y canciones en español para ayudar el aprendizaje infantil y aprendamos nuevas palabras! Join us for stories and songs in Spanish to help promote early learning and learn new words!
Gaming | Great Puzzle Race
Sat, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Grab some teammates and see if you can win our Great Puzzle Race!
Register
Literacy | Read to Oliver the Cat
Sat, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice your reading while you visit with Oliver the therapy cat.
Hobbies | Bad Art: Still Life
Sat, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Art doesn't need to be perfect. Join us to paint terrible Still Life art as we relieve stress.
Learning Labs | Create Your Own Podcast
Sat, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Learning Lab
Are you interested in starting a podcast? Register for our 2-hour workshop where we cover equipment, recording/editing, and publishing your podcast.
Registration opens Saturday, August 10 2024 at 2:00pm
STEM - Technology | Geocaching for Families
Sat, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Have you ever wanted to learn how to geocache? Join us to learn the basics so you can embark on your own geocaching adventure!
Raising Resilience | Journaling for Mindfulness - Create Your Own Productive Journal Spreads
Sat, Aug 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come learn about the art of journaling as a creative outlet, productivity tool, and method to increase mindfulness.
Health & Wellness | Being Vegan 101
Sat, Aug 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Thinking about becoming a vegan? Join the "Vegan 101" program to learn more about this trending lifestyle.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Sun, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Family | Digital Detox Night
Sun, Aug 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Interested in a digital detox? Learn how to plan for one at home and discover alternative activities and games with the whole family!
STEM - Science | Mind Your Beeswax - From bee to wax to wax wrap
Sun, Aug 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Do you love beeswax? Ever wondered where it comes from or wanted to learn how to create food wraps with it?
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Aug 19, 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 | Baby & Me
Mon, Aug 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a special monthly program designed just for babies 1 and younger! Lap bounces, songs, stories, and play will introduce your little one to language and learning.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Aug 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy in an interactive way for children ages 3 through 5.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Aug 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Aug 19, 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).
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Health & Wellness | Find Your Zen - DIY Zen Garden
Mon, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us and make your own miniature zen garden that you can use to promote calm and tranquility on a smaller scale.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
STEM - Science | STEAM Club - Mind over Magic
Mon, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a science magic show featuring invisible fire extinguishers, acid-base lava lamps, floating trash bags, and more!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Adults - Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English conversational skills and increase confidence in using the language by practicing their English Fluency through conversation, activities, and assignments
Education | Reading Buddies
Mon, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Register
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
One-on-one learning and reading skills practice for all ages. Earn and collect playing cards each session for a chance to compete in a fun game.
Raising Resilience | Making Friends and Graphic Novels
Mon, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Do you like Dog Man? Babysitter's Club? Bad Guys? Let's talk about friendship and make your own graphic novel! We will learn how to create panels, build your story, and draw it all out on paper.
Family | Night Time Storytime
Mon, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join Ms. Lori for a Night Time Storytime, featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more! Storytime will be followed by a hands-on activity.
Learning Labs | Prop Making 101
Mon, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn to make your own props with foam and 3d printing!
Registration opens Monday, August 12 2024 at 9:00am
Community | Tummy Time
Tue, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Aug 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 | Storytime LIVE! - vias Google Meets
Tue, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Aug 20, 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 Storytime
Tue, Aug 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Babies and Young Toddlers Storytime! Where we read stories and enjoy music & movement for our youngest listeners; babies and young toddlers ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 20, 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 | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Aug 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Early Learning | Baby & Me Yoga
Tue, Aug 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Connect with your baby while improving your balance, flexibility, coordination, and strength! Babies and caretakers are invited to have fun with yoga as you bend, move, and twist with yoga instructor, Geneva Wilgus, from Kidsfull Yoga.
This event is full
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Aug 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!
Culinary Arts | Cooking Together - Lunchbox Recipes
Tue, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us as we try a new recipe together!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 6 2024 at 11:00am
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
High School students come and tutor grade school kids on their homework or whatever is going on in school.
Canceled
Raising Resilience | Mindful Origami - Senbazuru
Tue, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Suwanee Branch
Learn how origami can be meditative and boost mindfulness through the art of senbazuru, the making of one thousand paper cranes!
Raising Resilience | Once Upon A Brave Time - A Fairy Tale Resilience Adventure!
Tue, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a magical library program where we explore the brave characters of our favorite fairy tales and discover the secrets of their resilience. We will be exploring a fairy tale favorite, Little Red Riding Hood.
Gaming | Teen Game Lounge
Tue, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for our monthly Teen Game Lounge! Bring your friends, relax, and have fun!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Aug 20, 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. Sessions are drop-in; no registration required.
Community | Math Club - Pokemon Card Game
Tue, Aug 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Build your math and critical thinking skills as you play the Pokemon card game.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Aug 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Aug 20, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Aug 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills at the Dacula Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.
Health & Wellness | Self-Care Tuesdays: DIY Squishies
Tue, Aug 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need to take your stress out on a piece of lovable foam? Come and create your own squishy at the library.
Book Club | "Babysitter's Club" Book Club
Tue, Aug 20, 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.
Learning Labs | A Robotics Adventure - Robotics Camp
Tue, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Suwanee Branch
This 8-week workshop will focus on learning the basics of robotics including what robots are, programming concepts, and how they work. Sessions are two hours, sequential, and build upon previous sessions. Registration is required. Ages 13 to 18 only.
Registration is now closed
Author Talk | Josh Malerman - "Incidents Around the House"
Tue, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join the author of "Bird Box" to discuss his newest horror novel "Incidents Around the House."
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us at Snellville Library for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under
Raising Resilience | Newborn Nutrition
Wed, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Transitioning into Parenthood comes with a list of important things to know. One of which is exploring different feeding options for your newborn. Join us as we focus on the healthy benefits of breastfeeding for you and the baby.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and Kindergarten readiness skills! Storytime is followed by a hands-on craft activity. For ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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, Aug 21, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, engages with developmental toys and activities, and sings songs!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us at Snellville Library for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.
Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics
Wed, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Duluth Branch
Attend this program to go over using a Janome HD-3000 sewing machine. Ages 10 and up.
Registration opens Wednesday, August 14 2024 at 9:00am
Community | Artful Adventures - Painting for Beginners
Wed, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Are you interested in starting a new hobby? Join us for a fun painting session where you can paint along with an instructor and find a new way to get creative!
Community | Tea and Talk
Wed, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Looking to engage with your community, talk about your interests, and learn about what the library has to offer? Come to Tea & Talk to join in on the conversation! This program is for adults.
Education | Bilingual Beginner ABC's
Wed, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Once a week series on learning English basics. This program is meant to be a supplement to their English learning. Join us to practice English ABC's, 123's, different themed words, and writing English.
Arts | Hand Embroidery
Wed, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Calling all hand-embroiderers! This month?s embroidery project will celebrate August?s birth flower, the poppy! We will be using the satin stitch and French knot methods to create our crafts. We encourage you to bring your own supplies if possible.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Aug 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 | VR Field Trip: Coral Reefs
Wed, Aug 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Come take a field trip in VR and experience some of the world's wonders first hand! This month, come learn about coral reefs!
Canceled
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Aug 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors. For grades K-8. Students will be assisted on a first come, first served basis.
Canceled
Education | Reading Buddies
Wed, Aug 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Want to practice your reading skills with a friendly face? Join us for one on one practice with a buddy. This program takes place in the meeting room at the same time as Homework Help.
Education | Reading Buddies
Wed, Aug 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Register
STEM - Engineering | STEM Resilience Challenge - Wind Turbines
Wed, Aug 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us to build your own wind turbine!
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Aug 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing - With the Lulzbot TAZ
Wed, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab
Learn the basics of 3D printing and how to use the Learning Lab's printers for personal projects!
Health & Wellness | Practicing Chen Style Tai Chi
Wed, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Practice Chen Style Tai chi, New Frame, Routine One (83 form). Build physical strength, body balance, and relieve stress.
Culinary Arts | Tostones (Fried Green Plantains)
Wed, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Tostones are crispy, savory, salty, golden coins of pure deliciousness. Popular throughout the Caribbean, twice-fried plantains are a snack that will make you feel like you're walking on sunshine.
Book Club | The Murder With Friends Chapter! - Our Virtual Murder Mystery Book Club!
Wed, Aug 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about the novel When No One Is Watching by Alyssa Cole.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
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, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Thu, Aug 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs and movement!
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Thu, Aug 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Explore the Library | Overcoming Reading Barriers - Visual and Print
Thu, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Are you or someone you know facing barriers to reading regular print? Join us to learn how you can customize your reading experience for free.The GLS representatives will showcase the range of free resources available to help persons facing challenges such as low vision.
STEM - Science | The Great Southeast Pollinator Census
Thu, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
We are buzzing with excitement! The Great Southeast Pollinator Census is starting soon! Come and learn about bees, become a citizen scientist, learn what plants attract pollinators and how to participate in the census.
STEM - Engineering | Paper Rockets
Thu, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Participants will use paper products and straws to create paper rockets. Learn a bit about aerodynamics and get to experiment with different designs!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Aug 22, 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. Sessions are drop-in; no registration required.
Family | Family Traditions: The Importance of Immunizations
Thu, Aug 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us for an interesting program that will discuss the different immunizations that are intended to safeguard your children from childhood and adult diseases.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Aug 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Aug 22, 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.
Literacy | We're Going on a Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Aug 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for an adventure through the library, as we uncover clues to solve a mystery.
Book Club | "I Survived" Book Club
Thu, Aug 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".
Raising Resilience | ChART Your Path - Using Art to Clarify Your Goals
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Visualization is crucial to achieving your goals; athletes use it for upcoming competitions and salespeople use it to close big sales. Join us to learn the power of goal setting and how visualization can improve your odds for success.
Education | Commandeering the Common App - How to Navigate the Common App & Essay
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Preparing for college and don't know where to start? Learn all about the Common App and how it can streamline the college application process.
Early Learning | Bilingual (Hindi/English) Pajama Storytime
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Duluth Branch
Bring your favorite stuffed animal or blanket and join Ms. Sarah and Ms. Swati for a very special bilingual pajama storytime. Listen to fun stories, songs, and rhymes in both English and Hindi during this fun-filled night. Pajamas are encouraged for all!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us to practice English conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!
Health & Wellness | Women's Sexual Health Event - SisterLove, Inc & Emory Rollins School of Public Health
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Calling women and girls aged 15 and up! Join us for a fun and interactive event featuring sexual health and wellness education, information on HIV/STI prevention and community resources, and more.
Chess Boards and Checker Crowns
Thu, Aug 22, 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!
Community | Internet Safety - with the Snellville Police Department
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Learn about internet safety and how to keep safe online.
Learning Labs | Screenwriting Bootcamp
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Five Forks Branch
Join the Learning Labs as we host a Screenwriting Bootcamp where everyone writes their own screenplays and shares it with their peers!
Registration opens Thursday, August 8 2024 at 9:00am
Learning Labs | Bros Who Sew - Bifold Wallet
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Learning Lab
Are you a teen interested in sewing, but don't know where to start? Join our monthly program and create a wallet! This program is aimed at male teens aged 12-15.
Registration opens Monday, August 12 2024 at 9:00am
Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Aug 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Writing | Self-Publishing Writers Workshop - Roadmap to Self-Publishing and Marketing
Fri, Aug 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Dekalb County Public Library - Stonecrest Library
Discover the proven strategies to navigate the dynamic world of publishing, elevate your marketing game, and turn your passion into a profitable success.
Early Learning | Toddler time
Fri, Aug 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and younger. Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to little learners!
Writing | Paths to Publication - KidLit Panel Discussion & Writers Workshop
Sat, Aug 24, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Unlock the magic of writing and publishing children's books! Join the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) for a fun and interactive panel discussion and writers workshop.
STEM - Science | Pollinator Census
Sat, Aug 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
STEM programs aren't just for kids! Join the 2024 Count Day for the Pollinator Census and learn about Georgia's pollinators.
Raising Resilience | Speech & Language - Developmental Milestones presented by HomeTele SLP
Sat, Aug 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom
Are you the parent or caregiver of a child between the ages of 2 to 5? Would you like to learn more about speech and language developmental milestones for their age? If so, this series is for you!
Early Learning | Weekend Storytime
Sat, Aug 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills.
STEM - Engineering | Family Lego Challenge
Sat, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for Family LEGO fun! Families will form teams to compete against each other to complete a lego challenge as a group. Do you think your family can win? *Registration is Required*
Author Talk | Dragon Myths & Legends - "The Dragon in World Mythology and Culture"
Sat, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Author Robert Sarwark discusses his book The Dragon in World Mythology and Culture, an introduction to dragon myths and legends from around the world.
Genealogy | Genealogy Club
Sat, Aug 24, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Sun, Aug 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.
Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun
Sun, Aug 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Hop on over to the children?s area to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.
Raising Resilience | Interplay for Resilience
Sun, Aug 25, 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. Facilitated by Christine Gautreaux, MSW, InterPlay Certified Leader and Heather-Leigh Nies, LMSW, InterPlay Leader in Training
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