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Book cover of Measuring Up by Lily LaMotte

Book Talks | See Yourself in the Story

Measuring Up by Lily LaMotte
2024-09-09 10:00:00 2024-09-09 11:00:00 America/New_York Book Talks | See Yourself in the Story Ever felt like you don't see yourself in the stories you read? Check out Measuring Up by Lily LaMotte! Virtual -

Monday, September 09
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2024-09-09 10:00:00 2024-09-09 11:00:00 America/New_York Book Talks | See Yourself in the Story Ever felt like you don't see yourself in the stories you read? Check out Measuring Up by Lily LaMotte! Virtual -

Ever felt like you don't see yourself in the stories you read? Check out Measuring Up by Lily LaMotte!

Every reader can find a book that reflects their unique experiences and identity. From tales of adventure to stories of friendship and discovery, there's a book out there for every young reader. 

This month, check out Measuring Up by Lily LaMotte, the story of twelve-year-old Cici who enters a cooking competition to win the chance to see her grandmother again, but she only knows how to cook Taiwanese food.

AGE GROUP: | Ages 6-11 |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Talk |

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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 - 11:30am
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 - 11:00am
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
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, 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 | 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!
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!
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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 - 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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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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 | 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.
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!
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 | 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 | 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 | 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.
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Community | Caring for the Caregiver - Support for Families Navigating Dementia & Autism Care
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Learn more about family caregiving and resources to overcome challenges.
Education | Doggie Tales
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Have a shy or nervous reader? A patient and furry friend would like to hear your child read their favorite story to them.
Health & Wellness | Library Play Day - With LiveHealthy Gwinnett
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join LiveHealthy Gwinnett for a LIbrary Play Day where families can enjoy interactive health lessons, fun games, crafts, and more!
Early Learning | Ballet and Books - Storytelling through Movement
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Centerville Branch
What do books and ballet have in common? Both tell stories! Come learn ballet at your local library.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Makerspace & Recording Studio
Learn the basics of 3D printing with the Learning Labs!
Gaming | LEGO Challenge Race
Sat, May 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Grab some teammates and see if you can win our LEGO Challenge Race!
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Learning Labs | Using OBS to record your videos easily
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join the Learning Labs as we show you how to use OBS software for content creation.
Literacy | Read to Mr Bunbun
Sun, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Children ages 5+ are invited to practice their reading skills by reading to a friendly rabbit.
Learning Labs | Learning Labs for Small Business
Sun, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Makerspace & Recording Studio
Come learn how you can grow your creative small business with the Learning Labs' resources!
Gaming | Grayson Chess Club
Sun, May 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Grayson Branch
Checkmate boredom and join us for Chess Club, where strategy, skill, and friendly competition come together! Whether you're a grandmaster in the making or just learning the moves, this is the perfect place to play, learn, and challenge yourself in a welcoming environment.
STEM - Science | Science Library: Mechanics - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, May 18, 10:00am - 10:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, May 18, 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 | Storytime in the Park! - @Alexander Park off Scenic HWY
Mon, May 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
Join us for a fun OUTDOOR storytime experience!
Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime
Mon, May 18, 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 | Toddler Storytime
Mon, May 18, 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.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, May 18, 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 | Baby and Me
Mon, May 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join us for a special storytime just for babies (pre-walkers) designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!
Book Club | Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club - "Don't Let Him In" by Lisa Jewell
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Offsite
A crime, a disappearance, or a mysterious happening - if trouble's brewing, it may be on our menu! Join Grayson's Mystery Book Club in reading this month's selection, "Don't Let Him In" by Lisa Jewell.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Culture | Hawaiian Braided Ribbon Lei
Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by learning the importance of Leis in Polynesian culture. You will then make your own Hawaiian Braided Ribbon Lei Keyring.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
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Arts | Artist Spotlight - Aki Sogabe
Mon, May 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Collins Hill Branch
Learn about a different artist each month and paint your own work in their style!
Explore the Library | Tutoring - Brainfuse
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us as we introduce how to use the new tutoring platform (Brainfuse) you can access through our website. Acompáñanos a nuestra plática de como usar nuestra nueva plataforma de tutoria, Brainfuse.
Community | Knitted Together
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us in knitting and crocheting while connecting with other community members! All skill levels are welcome.
Book Club | Hamilton Mill
Mon, May 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a lively discussion every month about a book chosen by group members.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, May 19, 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, May 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 | Baby and Me Storytime
Tue, May 19, 10:30am - 11:35am
Norcross Branch
Come join us for a fun baby and parent storytime with stories and songs!
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 19, 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 | Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom
Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 11:15am
Virtual
Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 19, 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.
Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club
Tue, May 19, 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 19, 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 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Book Club | Stitch & Tell - The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us for Stitch & Tell, a creative book club, where we will explore different literary worlds and work on a fiber arts project. This month, we're discussing The Wedding People by Alison Espach.
STEM - Mathematics | Pokemon Math Club
Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Building your double digit math and critical thinking skills have never been so fun! Take part in the Pokemon Math Club to enhance numerical fluency. You do not have to bring your own cards.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, May 19, 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.
STEM - Science | Making a Worm Farm
Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Have you ever wondered about how worms live? Come in and we will make a small worm farm.
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Hobbies | Squishmallow Painting - Dino Version
Tue, May 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Collins Hill Branch
Come unwind with some cuddly friends and paint Squishmallows!
Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us at the Grayson Branch or virtually online to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for your loved ones with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Learning Labs | Game Makers Group
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue 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.
Community | Mountain Park Hook Up - A Knitting & Crocheting Meet Up
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us in knitting and crocheting while connecting with other community members! All skill levels are welcome.
Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns
Tue, May 19, 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!
Author Talk | Hafeez Lakhani
Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join author Hafeez Lakhani as he discusses his debut novel, "Abundance," about two generations of a Muslim Indian family who grapple with what parts of life we control and what we must humbly accept in pursuit of the American dream.
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