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Community | Diwali Celebration
2024-10-24 18:00:00 2024-10-24 19:30:00 America/New_York Community | Diwali Celebration Join us to learn about the history of Diwali and celebrate this special holiday with the Duluth community. Complete Paper Lamps/Diyas, enjoy cultural events and share your story about Diwali. Duluth Branch -

Thursday, October 24
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-24 18:00:00 2024-10-24 19:30:00 America/New_York Community | Diwali Celebration Join us to learn about the history of Diwali and celebrate this special holiday with the Duluth community. Complete Paper Lamps/Diyas, enjoy cultural events and share your story about Diwali. Duluth Branch -

Join us to learn about the history of Diwali and celebrate this special holiday with the Duluth community. Complete Paper Lamps/Diyas, enjoy cultural events and share your story about Diwali.

Come and enjoy the celebration of Diwali. It is the five-day Festival of Lights celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains across the world. This festival represents a new beginning and the triumph of good over evil, and light over darkness.

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Early Learning | Children's Book Week Storytime & Craft!
Sun, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us on the last day of Children's Book Week for a fun storytime & craft!
Gaming | Chess & Go
Sun, May 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Play the strategy games Go and Chess in a friendly environment.
STEM - Science | Science Library: Mechanics - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, May 11, 10:00am - 10:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime
Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join Ms. Mirka for a special tummy time to help your little one build confidence in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! Perfect for pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for a special lap-sit storytime for infants. This program introduces books, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Storytime in the Park! - @Alexander Park off Scenic HWY
Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
Join us for a fun OUTDOOR storytime experience!
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a monthly program designed just for infants!
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under with a caregiver.
Book Club | Murder with a Twist - Mystery/Fiction - "The Ghostwriter" by Julie Clark
Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join us in discussing this month's selection, "The Ghostwriter" by Julie Clark.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Preschool Storytime! Exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, May 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).
Entrepreneurship | Small Business Book Club - Presented by Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center
Mon, May 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
This group isn't just about reading; it's about dynamic interactions that can reshape your business strategies. Join us for insightful discussions and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs.
Education | IDD: Your Best Life Skills - Nutrition
Mon, May 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Grayson Branch
Join us online for a special presentation about nutrition!
Computer Literacy | Tech Savvy Seniors
Mon, May 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Online scams are scary, but Marty Dorfman will teach you some basic habits that will help you stay safe and enjoy your phone without worry.
College Prep | College Prep for Freshmen
Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Going to college in the Fall? Come and learn what to expect, buy, and prepare for before you go!
STEM - Science | Magnetic Slime
Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us to learn about magnets and use chemistry to make a blob of ooey-gooey magnetic slime.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
STEM | Math Club
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
K-2nd graders come and build your math skills with games, technology and lots of fun!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Register
Learning Labs | Soldering Workshop
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio
Learn the basics of soldering for electronics.
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Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Are you interested in sewing, but don't know where to start? Join us for a crash course in threading and using the sewing machines!
This event is full
Book Club | Peachtree Corners Book Club
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us for a discussion of "The Queens of Crime" by Marie Benedict.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way. For kids ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch
Come join us for Toddler Time! We read, sing and play in this storytime designed to target the developmental needs of toddlers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, May 12, 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, May 12, 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 | Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Toddler Storytime! Where we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Tue, May 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join Ms. Nikki for a special tummy time just for babies designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! For pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Storytimes promote the early literacy skills that help children become ready to read with stories, games, and songs! For children ages 3-5 years and their caregivers.
Computer Literacy | Artificial Intelligence 101
Tue, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Learn the basics of artificial intelligence and computational linguistics.
This event is full
Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club
Tue, May 12, 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 May, we will finish reading "Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare.
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Education | Homework Help
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students (grade 1-8) who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. On a first-come, first-served basis. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Gaming | Chess & Go
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Play the strategy games Chess and Go in a friendly environment.
Culinary Arts | Instant Pot Thai Basil Fried Rice - Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Love spring food but hate to heat up your kitchen? Learn how to make a healthy spring favorite in the Instant Pot.
STEM- Mathmatics | Art Club - Drawing Mandalas
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Enhance fine motor skills and focus your mind by learning to draw intricate mandala designs.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy! Reading aloud to a buddy helps build confidence, increase fluency, and understanding. Designed for children in grades 1 - 5.
Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for your loved ones with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Health & Wellness | Caregiver Support Group & Resources
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Caregivers are invited to a supportive, low-pressure conversation centered on connection and shared experience.
Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Come to learn how to play, learn more about, and/or come enjoy the classic board games of chess and checkers!
Book Club | Stitch & Tell
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for Stitch & Tell, a creative book club where we explore different literary worlds, drink tea, and work on a fiber arts project. This month, we're discussing Pachinko by Min Jin Lee.
Language Learning | Crafting & Learning - Yasashii Japanese!
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Interested in Japanese language and culture? Join us for a yasashii, or easy, beginner's program on learning the basic phonetic alphabets and make a related craft to help with your language learning journey!
Learning Labs | Game Makers Group
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Five Forks Branch
This is a weekly discussion group where we will cover a wide array of game-making topics and provide optional challenges and projects for aspiring game creators.
Book Club | Gwinnett Reads - Banyan Moon by Thao Thai
Tue, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom
Gwinnett Reads Book Club welcomes all who enjoy reading a variety of genres.
Health & Wellness | Chair Yoga
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Centerville Branch
A beginner-friendly yoga program using a chair featuring simple poses and relaxation techniques that promote flexibility, mindfulness, and bonding. Open for all bodies and fitness levels to enjoy! Bring your own yoga mat or towel!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, May 13, 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 | Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mountain Park Branch
Designed for babies and toddlers, this storytime uses simple books, music, and movement to introduce our youngest listeners to storytime. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs! For children ages 0-2, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 0-2 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 2-5).
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime Family
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come join us for stories, songs and activities to learn about different topics each month!
Computer Literacy | Norcross Connect: Basic AI programs
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
This month, we will explore fundamental AI programs, including ChatGPT, Gemini, and Canva, and provide guidance on how to effectively use them.
Learning Labs | Intro to Green Screen
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch - Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Makerspace,Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Recording Studio
Learn how to shoot and edit video using the green screen to change the appearance of your background location!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Storytimes promote the early literacy skills that help children become ready to read with stories, games and songs!
Early Learning | Music and Movement
Wed, May 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for a fun program that uses music, wiggles, and giggles to show the connection between reading and rhythm! This program is designed for kids, ages 3 and up.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 13, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills, which help children become ready to read and promote school readiness. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Community | Homeschool Hangout
Wed, May 13, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Calling Homeschool Families! Please join us for a Homeschool Hangout!
Learning Labs | Beginner Sewing - Zipper Pouch
Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace
Have you already taken the sewing basics course and want to practice your sewing? Join us to practice what you've learned by sewing your own zipper pouch!
This event is full
Book Talks | Tropes & Tales - Mental Health in Fiction
Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dacula Branch
Take a closer look at the building blocks of storytelling. Each session explores a genre or author's signature elements - from common tropes to recurring themes- and includes interactive activities to help you discover new reads.
Education | Homeschool Hangout
Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Our monthly get together for homeschooling families. This month we will learn about the Summer Reading Challenge and create a Summer Bucket List. Please note the change in date!
Senior Living | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group - Community and Conversations
Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Community and Conversations. We provide a safe space to share thoughts and experiences involving the care of your loved ones with Alzheimer's.
Learning Labs | Professional Podcast Equipment Training
Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Recording Studio
Want to get into the podcasting business? Get started by learning how to use the video and audio equipment at the Lilburn Recording Studio!
This event is full
Education | Homeschool Hangout - Camouflage!
Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grayson Branch
Some animals have developed specific camouflage or mimicry tactics to fool their predators or prey. Join us this month to learn about those animal tactics and then do a science activity.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, May 13, 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 | Ready for Liftoff! Soda Bottle Rockets
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norcross Branch
Ready for Liftoff! Learn about the chemical reaction that produces carbon dioxide gas by launching your own soda bottle rocket.
This event is full
Community | Sadako and the 1000 Cranes
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Celebrate Asian History Month by hearing the story of Sadako Sasaki and the 1,000 Cranes. Learn about how she inspired a peace movement and create a meaningful paper crane representing you.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Calling all children in grades K-5! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! Children are seen on a first-come basis.
Explore the Library | Library Scavenger Hunt
Wed, May 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a Spring Scavenger through the library!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, May 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Calling all children in grades 1-5! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! Sessions will run on a first come, first served basis.
Hobbies | Awesome Art - Islamic Art
Wed, May 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Budding artist? Join us! Create art with a variety of materials and methods. (Please dress to be messy!)
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Register
Literacy | Literacy Learning: First Steps to Reading
Wed, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for a time of learning focused on reading. Using different fun and engaging ways for children to learn to recognize letters, phonics and short words to prepare for reading.
Early Learning | Literacy Lab
Wed, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Play literacy games and enjoy an interactive experience to build and improve reading comprehension, phonics skills, phonemic awareness, and a reading foundation.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio
Learn the basics of 3D Printing with our Prusa 3D printers.
Jobs & Career | Resume Rehab - AI Strategies for Career Management
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join our workshop and update your career management skills. Learn about current best practices--including using AI resources and strategies to create or update your resume. Learn about Google Workspace and how to use your Gmail to create a resume. Audit your LinkedIn account and learn how Applicant Tracking Systems work. Registration is required.
Literacy | Reading Buddies Drop-in
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Author Talk | Karla Montalván
Wed, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join author Karla Montalván as she discusses her debut literary romance, "The Sun and All the Other Stars," about love, art, and inheritance told across centuries.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. This program is intended for preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
For kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch
Join us for preschool storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for Preschool Storytime! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 14, 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 | Baby and Me Storytime
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a special storytime just for babies (pre-walkers), designed to help them feel comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come join us for stories, songs and active play! Different stories and songs to get your little ones to energize and play!
Health & Wellness | Stretch It out! - Chair Yoga
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come learn about gentle yoga poses that can be done at home in a chair.
Education | Homeschool Hangout: Teen Edition - Build Your Own Fidget Spinner
Thu, May 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Dacula Branch
Design it, build it, and spin it! Teens will create their own custom fidget spinners while experimenting with balance, motion, and engineering basics.
Book Club | Adult Book Club
Thu, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a friendly discussion of "The Tattooist of Auschwitz" by Heather Morris in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month.
Education | Open Your World - For Adults with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Thu, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join us virtually each week as we read Bigfoot Crossing by Gail Anderson-Dargatz together! Registration required.
Register
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!
Book Club | Inspired Readers - Angela Hunt
Thu, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us for uplifting and inspiring reads from beloved authors. This month we'll be reading books by Angela Hunt.
Computer Literacy | AI - Myth vs. Matter
Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
What is AI? Join us as we separate fact from fiction and focus on practical, everyday examples of how this technology actually works.
Book Club | The Next Chapter Book Club
Thu, May 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Suwanee Branch
Join us as we discuss Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen's "The Wife Between Us" on Thursday at 3:30 pm.
Literacy | READing Paws
Thu, May 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs. In branch registration required.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
STEM - Science | Leaping Lemurs
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Come learn about our weirdest cousins, the lemurs! Explore what makes them so strange, and make your own to take home!
STEM - Technology | LEGO Rhino Rumble!
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Build and program a LEGO rhino to strengthen your programming and problem-solving skills.
Learning Labs | Podcasting Your Business
Thu, May 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Are you interested in starting a podcast for your business or hobby? Please register for this workshop, which covers equipment, recording/editing, and publishing your podcast.
Writing | Writers Club: Beginnings
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Five Forks Branch
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: Beginnings!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. On a first-come, first-served basis. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
STEM - Technology | ChatGPT Basics - An Introduction
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Learn what ChatGPT is, how it works, and how it can be used for everyday tasks like writing, research, and brainstorming.
Culture | Tea Day - A Cultural History of Tea
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Let's learn about tea, its origins, different varieties, health properties and significance in Asian culture.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies volunteers and staff! Come back every week to work towards the goal of reading 10 books to get a mystery prize from our Reading Buddies Treasure Box!
Early Learning | Pajama Storytime
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Bring your favorite stuffed animal and/or blanket and join Ms. Sarah for an evening storytime in your pajamas.
Gaming | Chess Knight
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Love to play chess or interested in learning to play? Join us once a month for an hour of gameplay. All levels and ages are welcome. Registration is Required.
College Prep | Rising Senior Roadmap - Your Clear Path to College Admissions Success
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch
In collaboration with the College Admissions Planning Service team, learn how colleges evaluate students. See the key steps families can take to plan smarter and build a competitive college-ready profile with confidence.
Early Learning | Un Poquito de Español - A little bit of Spanish
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Do you want your kids to learn a little bit of Spanish? Join Ms. Mirka for a monthly storytime full of fun, bilingual stories, songs, and more!
Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Attend this weekly program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged to reap the full benefits!
Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, May 15, 9:00am - 9:20am
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, May 15, 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, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!
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Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, May 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.
Learning Labs | Intro to Audacity
Fri, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Recording Studio
Join us as we go over the basics of how to use the free audio recording software Audacity.
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