Book Talks | Where Do I Start? - Gwinnett County Public Library

STEM - Science | Science Library: Arctic & Antarctic Animals - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+

Sun, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Mon, Dec 23, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Gaming | Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners - Adventures in the Painted World

Mon, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a special monthly program designed just for babies 1 and younger!

Cancelled

Mon, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us in a surreal world of living paintings where adventurers work together to slay a dangerous beast and find their way home. No D&D experience (or personal dice) necessary!

Mon, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Mon, Dec 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

One-on-one learning and reading skills practice for ages 6-11. Earn and collect playing cards each session for a chance to compete in a fun game.

Culinary Arts | Vegan Korean Marinated Beef

Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Dec 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

Children ages 5-10 are invited to read to a friendly dog.

Sat, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us at Norcross as we learn how to make a delicious Korean inspired vegan beef dish!

This event is full

Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun

Sun, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Hop on over to the children?s area to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.

STEM - Science | Science Library: Arctic & Antarctic Animals - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+

Sun, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Arts | Tween Creator Series - Self Portrait

Mon, Dec 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Tween Creators at Centerville. Tween Creators is a mini series of topics geared toward younger teenagers ages 11 to 14 yrs. old. Today we are painting a self-portrait.

Hobbies | Personal Vision Board

Mon, Dec 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

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

Centerville Branch

The new year is coming, so let's prepare with a Vision Board! It's time to put our goals on paper!

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

Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Happy New Year! Countdown to 2025 at the Duluth Branch.

Arts | Homeschool Hangout: Teen Edition - Neurographic Art

Thu, Jan 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a creative workshop where teens will explore neurographic art, a unique drawing technique that blends mindfulness and self-expression through spontaneous, abstract lines and shapes. Participants will learn how to use art as a tool for relaxation, emotional exploration, and personal growth.

Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun

Thu, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Hop on over to the children's area to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.

Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit

Thu, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Dacula Branch

Mete Pete the Cat and have your photo taken with him!

Literacy | READing Paws

Thu, Jan 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit

Thu, Jan 02, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Snellville Branch

Meet Pete the Cat and have your photo taken with him!

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

Thu, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Writing | Writers Club

Thu, Jan 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Looking for a space dedicated towards the craft of writing? Come join our Writers Club! Each session will include quiet time to sit and write as well as open discussions and workshopping our pieces together. This month's writing theme: Historical!

Thu, Jan 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

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

Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit

Thu, Jan 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Meet Pete the Cat and have your picture taken with him!

Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit

Fri, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Norcross Branch

Meet Pete the Cat and have your photo taken with him!

Early Learning | Purposeful Play

Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

Purposeful play develops many skills for children. Children develop stronger language, gross motor, fine motor, social skills, and many more.

Hobbies | Jigsaw Fun at the Library

Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join us for our Jigsaw Puzzle Program at the library! Gather with fellow puzzle enthusiasts of all ages to collaborate, share tips, and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere as you piece together colorful challenges. Perfect for families, friends, or anyone looking to unwind!

Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit

Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Suwanee Branch

Meet Pete the Cat and have your photo taken with him!

Early Learning | Pete the Cat Pajama Party! - ...a Book Character Visit

Fri, Jan 03, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Meet Pete the Cat and have your photo taken with him!

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Have a tail-wagging good time while practicing your reading skills with therapy dog Molly!

Family | Weekend Storytime

Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:45am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join in the fun and promote early literacy with the whole family as we read stories and sing songs! For children of all ages with a caregiver.

Family | READing Paws

Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lilburn Branch

READing Paws is a program that is dedicated to improving the reading skills of children using registered therapy teams as literacy mentors.

Intro to TinkerCAD

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

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab

Get an introduction on using the free website Tinkercad to create your own 3D models! Ages 12+.

Registration opens Saturday, December 28 2024 at 9:00am

STEM - Science | Winter Nature Scavenger Hunt

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us for an outdoors scavenger hunt to learn what happens to plants and animals in the winter!

STEM Science | Family STEM Saturday - Wildflowers Don't Care Where They Grow

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Norcross Branch

"Wildflowers Don't Care Where They Grow." Celebrate Dolly Parton's birthday month by creating wildflower seed bombs and launchers, based on her song, "Wildflowers."

Learning Labs | Photo Retouching and Restoration

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Learn how to digitize, restore and preserve old photos.

Learning Labs | Last Minute Filmmaking

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio #2

Learn techniques for shooting a whole film in front of a green screen!

Sun, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

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

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for a special tummy time just for babies designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!

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

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

Lawrenceville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).

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

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

STEM - Science | Homeschool Hangout - Insects!

Mon, Jan 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).

Mon, Jan 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us as we learn about the fascinating lives of insects!

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

Snellville Branch

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

Book Club | Adult Fiction Book Club

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

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

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

Mountain Park Branch

Are you eager to talk about your new favorite book? Join us to discuss great books at our Fiction Book Club.

STEM - Engineering | School Age Science - Rubber Band Cars

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

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Design and race your own rubber band powered car.

Education | Reading Buddies

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

STEM - Mathematics | STEM Crochet Creations - Crocheting Geometric Shapes and Patterns

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Explore geometric shapes and patterns through the art of crocheting, while learning key STEM concepts.

Arts | Stitched Together Embroidery Club - For Ages 13+

Mon, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join us for camaraderie and needlecraft as we practice our embroidery skills!

Learning Labs | Intro to Sewing Machines

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

Five Forks Branch

Learn to use the library's sewing machines. Registration required.

Registration opens Monday, December 30 2024 at 6:00pm

Learning Labs | Premiere Pro Basics

Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn the basics of Adobe Premiere and how you can use it for your next project!

Community | Tummy Time

Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

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

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

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

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

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

For kids ages 2 and under. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way. This event is Device Free.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

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

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

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

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

Virtual

Join Ms. Patty for a FINAL interactive virtual storytime!

Emprendimiento | Orientación sobre su negocio y Prospera - Presentado por Prospera

Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Aprenda cómo iniciar su propio negocio de la manera correcta.

Language Learning | Hello English

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

Duluth Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

Book Club | Mystery and Crime Novels - "Survive the Night" by Riley Sager

Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for a storytime that uses simple books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest storytime participants.

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

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Please join us to help unravel a story of crime and intrigue. This month we'll be discussing Riley Sager's Survive the Night.

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Tue, Jan 07, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Open Your World Online Book Clubs are for readers and aspiring readers to continue building their literacy skills by reading and discussing stories together. We use adapted novels and short stories. In January, we will begin reading "Wired."

Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

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

Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Gaming | Chess & Go

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

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us to learn and play Chess or Go!

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

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

Registration opens Tuesday, December 24 2024 at 9:00am

Health & Wellness | Going Gluten Free for Beginners

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

Centerville Branch

Are you recently diagnosed Celiac or gluten intolerant? Come visit the Centerville branch to discuss the beginning steps to a gluten free life!

Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Gaming | Let's Role! - Dungeons & Dragons

Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come, first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.

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

Grayson Branch

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

Learning Labs | Intro to Cricut - Cutting Vinyl Sickers

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

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1

Learn to use a Cricut smart cutting machine.

Writing | Poetry Writers' Group

Tue, Jan 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Calling all poets! Join us virtually to review and receive constructive critique on your own work or to share a poem you love.

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

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Kindergarten Readiness | Letter Camp

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

Lawrenceville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).

Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

It's time to learn our letters! Join us each week for early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For children ages 3 and up with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 1)

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.

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

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

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

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 1-2 and their caregivers.

Health & Wellness | Norcross Connect - Gentle Chair Yoga

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

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).

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

Norcross Branch

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

Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Music & Movement

Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.

Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a fun program that uses music, wiggles, and giggles to show the connection between reading and rhythm! This program is designed for kids, ages 3 and up.

Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 2)

Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Community | Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Jan 08, 12:30pm - 1:15pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling Homeschool families! Please join us for a Homeschool Hangout!

Writing | The Hero's Journey

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Creating compelling storylines doesn't have to be difficult; many stories have followed this common structure throughout history from Homer's Odyssey to The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Join us to learn the basics of this storytelling method to improve your stories.

Learning Labs | Bros Who Sew - Machine Basics

Wed, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Are you a teen who is interested in learning how to sew? Join us to learn about using the machine and do a quick project!

Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 1:00pm

Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group - Community and Conversations

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

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Community and Conversations: an Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group. This is a safe space to share thoughts and experiences involving the care of your loved ones with Alzheimer's.

Sewing Machine Basics

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

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab

Learn to use the sewing equipment available in our Learning Labs. Registration required, ages 13+.

Registration opens Saturday, December 28 2024 at 9:00am

Environment | S.W.A.N.S Club - Salvaging Waste to make Attractive Neat Stuff

Wed, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us at SWANS club, where we Salvage Waste to make Attractive Neat Stuff! This month, turn prescription bottles into travel containers. All adults are welcome. *While supplies last.

Culinary Arts | Healthy Snacks

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Want to start eating healthier in the new year? Learn about the importance of making healthy eating choices and make your own healthy snack.

Health & Wellness | Cold Season DIY - Moisturizing Lotion

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

Centerville Branch

Learn how to make an all natural and moisturizing lotion for this winter! *Children must be accompanied and assisted by a guardian.*

Registration opens Wednesday, January 1 2025 at 4:00pm

Gaming | Apprentice Planeswalker Guild - Magic: The Gathering Commander League

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

Five Forks Branch

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

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

Dacula Branch

Casual Magic: the Gathering group where we learn to play the Commander format. Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Decks provided or bring your own.

Hobbies | Awesome Art - Charcoal Still-Life Drawings

Wed, Jan 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Budding artist? Join us! Come learn about different materials and methods of art and create your own masterpiece! (Please dress to be messy!)

Arts | Dream It, See It: Vision Board Creation

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

Norcross Branch

Join us for a creative workshop where you'll manifest your goals for 2025 by sharing your aspirations and designing a vision board, while discovering library resources to help you achieve them.

STEM - Science | The Science of Fireworks

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

Grayson Branch

Join us as we explore the science of fireworks. Together, we will learn about the interesting science of fireworks, how to practice fireworks safety and conduct an exciting fireworks experiment.

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep Course

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

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

Virtual

Are you about to take the exam and interview for US citizenship? Register for our six-week course covering all subject matter related to the US Citizenship exam and interview.

Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join us for preschool storytime at the Five Forks branch! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and crafts to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten, this program is designed to meet the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!

Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

The program is open for kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.

Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie at the Dacula Branch for our Preschool Storytime, featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more! Targeted for the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.

Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom

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

Norcross Branch

Join us for stories, songs, and movement!

Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!

Senior Living | New Year's Resolution - Older Adults Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices

Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join the conversation about healthy lifestyle; diet and exercise and how we can impact the health resolutions we make for 2025!

Book Club | Hybrid Book Club

Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a friendly discussion of "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus.

STEM - Technology | Code Club

Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice coding skills in a social setting with self-guided courses from Fiero Code.

Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

STEM - Technology | Sphero Golf

Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Thu, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Have fun learning basic programming with Sphero Golf! Guide our spherical robotic friend through the mini golf courses using different control methods!

Writing | Essay Mechanics 101: Tips and Structure

Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Essay writing can be stressful, but in this workshop, we will practice a variety of techniques to hone writing skills. In this event, we will practice essay structure, punctuation practice, and editing skills.

STEM - Science | Nebula Jars

Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Learn about nebulas and create a nebula jar to take home!

Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Community | Magic: The Gathering

Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come together with your Mountain Park community as we take a dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering! Open to beginners and experienced players alike.

Early Learning | Pajama Storytime

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

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

Health & Wellness | Meditate and Celebrate

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Relax with us as we engage in a rejuvenating sound bath with Raye Andrews, a Certified Vibrational Sound Therapist.

Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Gaming | Chess Knight

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Love to play chess? Join us for an hour of game play. All levels and ages are welcome. Registration is Required.

Registration opens Thursday, December 26 2024 at 6:00pm

Community | Create Your Future Vision

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories For the Screen

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Five Forks Branch

This is a weekly program dedicated to the craft of screenwriting! Attend this program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged to reap the full benefits!

Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 9:00am

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Fri, Jan 10, 9:00am - 9:25am

Virtual

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

Early Learning | Little Artist - Henri Matisse

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

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join us for our Little Artist program where we learn about different art styles and artists and make a craft to take home! For ages 5 and under with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

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

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!

Early Learning | Weekend Storytime

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

Duluth Branch

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

Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lilburn Branch

Join Ms. Mirka for a storytime celebrating Penguin Awareness Day!

Health & Wellness | 2025 Personal Goals Workshop - with Saira Raza

Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Most of us dedicate time to setting goals for our employer each year, but what about giving yourself the same attention? Learn how a structured approach to personal goal-setting can refine your values, cultivate self-love, and foster acceptance.

Literacy | Ballet & Books - Storytelling Through Movement

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

Centerville Branch

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

Family | READing Paws

Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lilburn Branch

READing Paws is a program that is dedicated to improving the reading skills of children using registered therapy teams as literacy mentors.

Arts | Creative Crafts - Promoting Arts for Crafty Kids

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Norcross Branch

Welcome to Creative Crafts! An event where kids can make cool DIYs and learn how to do art! Join us in creating silly strings, swirling spinners, and icy igloos for you to share at home or to your friends!

Learning Labs | Open House

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

Centerville Branch - Centerville Learning Lab

Come visit the Learning Lab and see all the neat equipment and software you can use!

Health & Wellness | Coping Strategies for January Blues - with NAMI (The National Alliance on Mental Health)

Sat, Jan 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Come join SUW staff along with NAMI (The National Alliance on Mental Health) President Tera Carter, as we discuss coping strategies for January Blues.

Health & Wellness | Stories, Songs, & Stretches - Yoga Storytime

Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca to read, sing, and learn how to do basic yoga poses and mindfulness exercises to build resilience in your body and mind. Yoga practice can help keep you grounded and healthy, so you feel more capable when navigating life's ups and downs.

Family | New Year, New You! - Family Vision Boards

Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Create a vision board of resolutions for yourself and your family at Lawrenceville. Discuss previous revolutions, their success or failure, and get inspired to make 2025 your best year ever!

Raising Resiliance | Interplay for Resilience

Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Duluth Branch

All ages are invited to join us for 90 minutes of structured play, joy, movement, and interactive storytelling. InterPlay tools and methods will be introduced incrementally so they are accessible to all bodies. Unlock the wisdom of your body with InterPlay and discover for yourself how resilient you can be.

Health & Wellness | Worry Less New Year - DIY Worry Dolls

Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Stressed or worried about the upcoming year? Worry less by making your very own Guatemalan-inspired Worry Doll who will keep your worries for you!

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Centerville Branch - Centerville Learning Lab

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

Registration opens Sunday, January 5 2025 at 9:00am

Gaming | Chess & Go

Sun, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn and play Chess or Go in a friendly environment.

Gaming | Chess Club

Sun, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment.

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

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join us for a special storytime just for babies (pre-walkers) designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!

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

Lawrenceville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).

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

Duluth Branch

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

Book Club | Murder with a Twist - Mystery/Fiction Book Club - "Everyone on this Train is a Suspect" by Benjamin Stevenson

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

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Join us as we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.

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

Five Forks Branch

Join the Five Forks Mystery/Fiction Book Club in discussing this month's selection, "Everyone on this Train is a Suspect" by Benjamin Stevenson

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

Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Author Talk | Leara Rhodes

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

Lawrenceville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).

Mon, Jan 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join author Leara Rhodes as she discusses her historical novel "Spancil Hill."

Education | I/DD: Your Best Life Skills

Mon, Jan 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Virtual

Pat Satterfield of the Dunamis Educational Foundation presents monthly life skills classes for adults and teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and their family members or caregivers. The topic for January will be "Setting and Reaching Goals."

Book Club | Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club - How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin

Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

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

Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Grayson Branch

A crime, a disappearance, or a mysterious happening- if trouble's brewing, it may be on our menu! Join Grayson's Mystery Book Club in reading this month's selection, How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin!

Arts | DIY Paper Mache Planter - Create A Masterpiece

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

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us to create a long lasting plant Planter. We will learn how to make this amazing paper mache craft for fun at home.

STEM - Mathematics | K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math club

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

Duluth Branch

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

Hobbies | Printmaking Workshop - Create Your Own Unique Art Prints!

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

Lawrenceville Branch

Interested in printmaking? Come learn about various printmaking techniques and create your own prints in this exciting workshop!

Education | Reading Buddies

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Arts | Stitched Together Embroidery Club - For Ages 13+

Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join us for camaraderie and needlecraft as we practice our embroidery skills!

Community | Tarot Club

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

Centerville Branch

Every Full Moon at Centerville Library, Tarot enthusiasts come together! This program will go over readings they patrons may have questions on so they can get clarity in a group. We?ll do a monthly tarot forecast to see what each participant has to look forward to! **BRING YOUR OWN CARDS**

Learning Labs | Intro to Green Screen

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn how to shoot and edit video using the green screen to change the appearance of your background location.

Community | Tummy Time

Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

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

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

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

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

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Lilburn Branch

We will use books, music, rhymes, movement, and fingerplays to introduce pre-literacy and social skills to our toddlers.

Language Learning | Hello English

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

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

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

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

Duluth Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Join us as we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for a storytime that uses simple books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest storytime participants.

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special lapsit storytime for infants. This program will introduce books, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their parent or caregiver.

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Tue, Jan 14, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Literacy | Book Tasting - Let's Learn Book Genres!

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

We will learn the components of different genres (Fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, adventure, action, supernatural, etc), and then "taste" some books; peruse, write down and discuss!

STEM - Science | Jr. Einstein's Let It Snow - Making Snowflakes

Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Centerville Branch

Kids it's cold outside so let's make snowflakes! Join us as we learn the science behind how snowflakes are made while we make our own marshmallow snowflakes!

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

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Art | Art Club- Creative Partners - Design Your Own Coloring Page

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

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

Mountain Park Branch

Learn new art techniques by exploring your own creative process and learn to be playful!

Arts | Bad Art Night

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

Lilburn Branch

It?s a late afternoon of artistic experimentation, laughter, and chaos as you try to win the title of Worstest Artist. A freestyle craft event for everyone. Registration required, please register here.

STEM - Science | Ocean Layers

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

Norcross Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math, or Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8 at the Norcross Branch. It's a drop-in session. No registration is required.

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

Grayson Branch

Come and learn about the five layers of the ocean and then get to make your very own ocean layers in a cup!

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Arts | Decoding Modern Art - Abstract Expressionism

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Centerville Branch

Do you find modern art confusing or boring? Come learn about abstract expressionism as we venture into the world of modern art!

Book Club | Stitch & Tell - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

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

Grayson Branch

Join us for Stitch & Tell, a creative book club, where we will explore different literary worlds and work on a fiber arts project. This month, we're discussing Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.

Education | SAT 101

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us as we explore the SAT. Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals!

STEM - Engineering | Newspaper Tower

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Come make a newspaper tower! Think of ways to make your tower strong and be ready to test it.

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

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

Five Forks Branch

Learn the basics of 3D Printing with our Prusa 3D printer!

Book Club | ATL Reads Virtual Book Club - The Lost and Found Bookshop by Susan Wiggs

Tue, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom

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

Learning Labs | Resin Printing Basics

Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1

Learn how to make highly detailed 3D prints with a Resin Printer.

Registration opens Wednesday, January 1 2025 at 10:00am

Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime

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

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

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

Norcross Branch

Join us for tummy time and stories, parent and baby bonding, and some fun sing-alongs for an early educational start!

Kindergarten Readiness | Letter Camp

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

Lawrenceville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).

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

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

It's time to learn our letters! Join us each week for early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For children ages 3 and up with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 1)

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

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

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

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

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 1-2 and their caregivers.

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

Duluth Branch

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).

Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Toddler Time (Session 2)

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

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.

Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Snowflakes

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

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grayson Branch

Calling all Homeschoolers! This month, join us to learn about how snowflakes form, then make your own snowflake art piece.

Explore the Library | Start the year right with Tutor.com

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Start the new school semester with the library's digital resource Tutor.com.

Community | Language Exchange / Intercambio de Idiomas - Kitchen Talk

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

Five Forks Branch

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

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

Centerville Branch

Ever wanted a safe space to meet your community all while learning about their cultural backgrounds and languages they may speak? Then join our very first language exchange social! We'll be discussing recipes and making a simple one together!

Community | '80s Pop-up Trivia Night

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

Grayson Branch

Put on those leg warmers and join us for some totally tubular 1980s trivia! Sample our selection of fresh popcorn as your team battles it out to become Grayson's Trivia Champions!

Community | Knitted Together - A Knitting & Crocheting Meet Up

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep Course

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

Virtual

Are you about to take the exam and interview for US citizenship? Register for our six-week course covering all subject matter related to the US Citizenship exam and interview.

Finance & Budget | Stock Market Simulator - Virtual Investment Club For Teens

Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 7:50pm

Lilburn Branch

Teens compete in a 10-week stock market simulation to see who can amass the largest portfolio.

Jobs & Careers | Mobile Career Lab

Thu, Jan 16, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Seeking Employment? Get help from the Mobile Career Lab.

Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join us for preschool storytime at the Five Forks branch! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!

Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Book Club | Cozy Book Club

Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

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

Duluth Branch

Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Cozy Mystery book. This month's book is "A Flicker in the Dark" by Stacy Willingham

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Library Tour and Escape Room

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

Norcross Branch

Join us for stories, songs, and movement!

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Our monthly get together for homeschooling families. This month we will learn about the library and solve an Escape Room!

STEM - Science | Homeschool Hangout - Learn About Germs

Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Learn how germs make us sick and how to prevent them from spreading.

Book Club | The Next Chapter - Suwanee Book Club

Thu, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss "First Lie Wins" by Ashley Elston.

STEM - Science | Animal Camouflage

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

When it seems like you don't belong, sometimes it helps to blend in! Come to the library to learn all about how different animals adapt to their environments using camouflage, and take home a fun craft!

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Explore the Library | Kanopy Film Club - A Cat in Paris (2010)

Thu, Jan 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.

Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Learn about something new by watching a film on Kanopy and joining us in the library for a lively discussion!

STEM - Science | Make Your Own Thaumatrope! - Optical Illusion Toy

Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us to learn about a Thaumatrope, which is a fun optical illusion toy that was popular in the 1800s. Then make one of your own.

Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Environment | Making Sustainable Firestarters

Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

How are you staying warm this winter? Let's discover how to safely and sustainably build a fire for your bonfire or fireplace, and learn to make an eco-friendly firestarter of your own! *Registration Required*

Writing | Letter to a Friend - Universal Letter Writing Week

Thu, Jan 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Have you written a letter to a friend recently (or ever?). Join us to learn the basics of letter writing.

Consumer Education | Detention Pond Maintenance Workshop

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

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

Community | Teen Advisory Council

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us for Reading Club, where you can practice and become an active reader!

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for our monthly Teen Advisory Council (TAC) meeting where you can help with library programs and earn volunteer credit!

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories For the Screen

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Five Forks Branch

Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 9:00am

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Fri, Jan 17, 9:00am - 9:25am

Virtual

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

Early Learning | Music & Movement

Fri, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for an energetic program that uses music and movement activities to improve your child's balance, coordination, and rhythm!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!

Learning Labs | Branding for Small Business

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

Duluth Branch

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

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

Five Forks Branch

Do you have a brand or are you thinking of creating one? Then, come join us in learning all about branding and how to make it work for you and your company.

Education | American Girl - An Immersive Experience

Fri, Jan 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn about health, history, and saving through American girl dolls. Adult collectors, parents, and children alike are all welcome to join us for these once a month experiences

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

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

Hobbies | Boost Your Creativity in 2025

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Did you know that creativity can be taught? Join us at the library as we teach you how to be creative using fun exercises and games! No art skills required. Just bring your imagination!

Early Learning | Weekend Storytime

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Community | Mini Quince Expo

Sat, Jan 18, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Are you planning your Quinceañera this year? Then this program is for you! ¿Estás planeando tu Quinceañera este año? ¡Entonces este programa es para ti!

Learning Labs | Intro to Adobe Lightroom

Sat, Jan 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Attend this program to receive an introduction on the basics of the software Adobe Lightroom. AGES 12 AND UP.

Registration opens Saturday, January 11 2025 at 12:00pm

Book Club | Bite-Size Book Club

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Discover the power of brevity and depth in storytelling with fellow book enthusiasts. This month, we will dive into All Systems Red, by Martha Wells, exploring its rich themes and characters in lively discussions.

Community | Honoring Martin Luther King Jr's Dream - Living the Dream: Friendship, Unity, and Kindness

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us as we explore Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech and make bracelets symbolizing friendship, unity, and peace.

Culinary Arts | Mango Sticky Rice

Sun, Jan 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Come learn how to make Mango Sticky Rice with us! This Southeastern Asian dessert is the perfect warm treat for a cold winter morning!

Genealogy | Mind Your Census - Genealogy Workshop

Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

There's more to the U.S. Census than names and ages; learn about how to get the most out of the U.S. Population Census and about a variety of other types of U.S. census records.

Literacy | Read to Mr. Bunbun

Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Early Learning | Sensory Storytime

Sun, Jan 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us for an interactive and educational storytime designed for children with sensory integration challenges that combines books, songs, movement, and more!

Gaming | Chess Club

Sun, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Grayson Branch

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment.

Community | Tummy Time

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

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

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

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

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

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Language Learning | Hello English

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

Lilburn Branch

We will use books, music, rhymes, movement, and fingerplays to introduce pre-literacy and social skills to our toddlers.

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

Duluth Branch

Learn and practice English in a welcoming environment.

Language Learning | Basic English - Korean

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Registration opens Tuesday, January 7 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Join us as we read stories, enjoy music & movement while exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.

Early Learning | Baby and Me Yoga

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for a storytime that uses simple books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest storytime participants.

Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Dads, Moms, and Grandparents welcome! Gather with your little ones for a 30 minute baby yoga class presented by Kidsfull Yoga.

Registration opens Tuesday, January 7 2025 at 11:30am

Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

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

Virtual

Target audience is adults with Intermediate English language fluency.

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

Lawrenceville Branch

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

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Tue, Jan 21, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

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

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Community | Lunar New Year 2025 Celebrations

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

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

Duluth Branch

Join us at the Duluth Branch Library to learn about this amazing East and Southeast Asian festival. Then, decorate your home with colorful, festive art to bring good luck to you and your family! Supplies will be provided.

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

Norcross Branch

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

Lilburn Branch

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