Community | Spooky-Not-So-Spooky Fall Festival! - Gwinnett County Public Library

Author Talk | Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro - "Court of the Dead"

Sat, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Norcross Branch

A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.

Sat, Sep 27, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Georgia Gwinnett College

Join us for a special event with Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro as they return to discuss "The Court of the Dead"!

Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun

Sun, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Hop on over to the Collins Hill Library to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.

Early Learning | Sensory Storytime

Sun, Sep 28, 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!

Early Learning | Storytime in the Park! - @Alexander Park off Scenic HWY

Mon, Sep 29, 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.

Mon, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join us for a fun OUTDOOR storytime experience!

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

Mon, Sep 29, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Community | Library-On-The-Move! - @Alexander Park (off Scenic HWY)

Mon, Sep 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Check out the GCPL Mobile Library, where you can get a library card, borrow books and more!

Mon, Sep 29, 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).

Mon, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Collaboration Room

Practice conversational English with others. Learn about your local library and resources. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words.

Cancelled

Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Duluth Branch

Learn and practice Korean.

Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Need a little help with your homework? Bring it in for one of our volunteers to walk you through it!

Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

STEM - Science | STEAM Club: Earthquakes - Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month

Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

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

Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dacula Branch

Come learn about earthquakes, the Arias Intensity Measure, and about the life work of Arturo Suarez!

STEM- Engineering | Lego Jr Builders - Fall Leaves

Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us this month for a fun and creative Lego build! Children, ages 6-11, will use their problem-solving and STEM skills to design imaginative projects. This month's theme is fall leaves!

Book Club | Kiss and Tell: Romance Book Club - "Quicksand" by Janet Dailey

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English by practicing their English Fluency through Daily life conversation

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for our Kiss & Tell Romance book club as we explore the slow burn to the happily ever after.

Learning Labs | Make a Soup Bowl Hot Pad

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio

Need a project to practice your sewing skills? Join us and sew your own Soup Bowl Hot Pad!

This event is full

Early Learning | Growing Minds - Edades 0-5

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Norcross Branch

¡Únete a nuestra serie gratuita de talleres de alfabetización temprana de 4 semanas en la sucursal de Norcross para apoyar a las familias con niños de 0 a 5 años: ¡Disfrute de la cena, llévese a casa un libro y desarrolle habilidades juntos!

Cancelled

Book Club | Hamilton Mill Book Club

Mon, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a lively discussion every month about a book chosen by group members.

Community | Tummy Time

Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Cancelled

Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime

Tue, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Norcross Branch

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

Tue, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Cancelled

Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Practice English grammar, increase your vocabulary, and build up your confidence before moving up to Conversations in English.

Tue, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Conversations in English is a virtual meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Cancelled

Culinary Arts | Comfort Classics - ¡Sabores Latinos!

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

As we continue Hispanic Heritage Month, come learn how to make a fabulous Mexican flan and arroz con leche!

Culinary Arts | Breakfast foods

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

A delicious breakfast can be made quick and easy with familiar ingredients. Come learn how to make a quick and nourishing breakfast to start your day!

Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids - Dubai Chocolate

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

This month learn to make Dubai Chocolate, a viral sensation made with shredded phyllo, pistachio cream and chocolate. Registration is required.

This event is full

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Need a little help with your homework? Bring it in for one of our volunteers to walk you through it!

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Tue, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us at the library for Reading Buddies, where your child can practice and become an active reader!

Gaming | Chess and Go

Tue, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Play the strategy games Chess and Go in a friendly environment.

Tue, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Tue, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Language Learning | Conversations in French - Advanced Beginner to Intermediate

Tue, Sep 30, 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.

Cancelled

Tue, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Do you know some French or how to speak a little? Then this program is for you! Learn new and old phrases, sentences, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

Book Club | Kids Mystery Book Club

Tue, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.

Cancelled

Tue, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

A mystery book club for kids designed to encourage reading by having a fun meeting once per month. A program for kids ages 8-13.

Language Learning | Conversations in English - At the Co-Op

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Offsite

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects at NE GA Co-Op.

Gaming | Chess Boards & Checker Crowns

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us at the library as we provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Tue, Sep 30, 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!

Health & Wellness | Infertility Support Group

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Join us virtually to discuss issues, build ways to boost self care and mental health, and meet others who are in the same journey navigating infertility.

Writing | Budding Authors - Teen Writing Club

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Offsite

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment at the North Gwinnett Co-Op!

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Attention aspiring writers! Join us for our monthly Writing Club to help you grow as a writer and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for writing!

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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.

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

Wed, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Leaning Labs | Intro to Green Screen

Wed, Oct 01, 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 3-5)

Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch - Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Makerspace,Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Recording Studio

Learn how to shoot green screen video.

Wed, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills that 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!

Wed, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch

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

STEM - Science | International Observe The Moon Night

Wed, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Practice Chen Style Taichi to build physical strength, improve balance, and relieve stress.

Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

October 4th is International Observe the Moon Night. Come and learn all about the moon and the best way to observe it.

Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Need a little help with your homework? Bring it in for one of our volunteers to walk you through it!

Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

STEM - Science | Super Science - Pumpkin Oobleck

Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

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

Wed, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us as we explore the science of non-Newtonian fluids and how they are created. For ages 6 - 11.

Community | Let's Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month - Making a Piñata

Wed, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by joining us for piñata making! Learn about the cultural significance of piñatas in Hispanic celebrations while creating your own colorful piñata.

STEM - Science | Black Cat Myths and Superstitions

Wed, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Centerville Branch

Historical and cultural beliefs have brought bad luck to black cats, but do black cats bring bad luck to us? Come learn about the myths and superstitions surrounding black cats and enjoy creating your own seasonally-inspired black cat craft.

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling all children in grades K-4! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! In August and September, sessions will run on a first-come, first-served basis.

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

Language Learning | Basic English for Spanish Speakers

Wed, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn and practice read aloud skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy! Reading out loud to a buddy helps build confidence, increase fluency, and enhance understanding.

Wed, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

¡Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en una clase semanal los miércoles en la biblioteca de Norcross! Learn English Basics in a class setting, weekly on Wednesdays at the Norcross Branch!

Wed, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

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

Family | Raising Highly Capable Kids Workshop - Building Family Assets

Wed, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies. This is a drop-in session. First-come, first-served

Wed, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Grayson Branch

Raising Highly Capable Kids (RHCK) is a 10 week evidence-based parenting program developed to build stronger families by empowering parents with the confidence, tools, and skills they need to raise healthy, caring, and responsible children.

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep Course

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

This event is full

Writing | Creative Writing Club

Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This program is designed to encourage creative writing in all of its forms. Customers can work on their writings with other like-minded writers, bounce ideas off of each other, have someone keep you accountable, or just stretch your writing muscles.

Gaming | Chess Club

Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!

Consumer Education | Cómo Funciona el Dinero

Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

¿Te agobia pensar en el dinero? Acompaña a Carmen Muñoz de Primerica y aprende estrategias para proteger tu seguridad financiera y planificar el futuro.

Early Learning | Growing Minds - For Ages 0-5

Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Centerville Branch

Join our free 4-week Early Literacy workshop series at the Centerville Branch to support families with children ages 0-5 -- enjoy dinner, take home a book, and build skills together!

Language Learning | Conversation in English in Person

Wed, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch

Join us to practice English Conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, idioms, and vocabulary.

STEM - Science | Observe the Moon with Tia Lovell

Wed, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Duluth Branch

Tita Lovell of Paul Duke STEM HS brings her telescopes and her knowledge to talk about and view the moon for Observe the Moon Night.

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English in a welcoming environment. The facilitator is bilingual in Korean and English.

Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

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

Thu, Oct 02, 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.

Culinary Arts | Homeschool Hangout: Teen Edition - "Mug Meal" Madness

Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Join us at the Grayson Senior Center to practice Chen-style Tai Chi, which will build physical strength, improve balance, and relieve stress.

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

Dacula Branch

Learn how to make quick and tasty microwave meals, from pizza to cookies, all in a mug! No stove, no mess, just fun food you can eat in minutes!

Health & Wellness | Creative Workshop: Spaghetti Art

Thu, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Looking to prioritize your health and well-being? Recharge your mind, reduce stress, and connect with others in a welcoming, creative space at the library!

Community | Mid-Autumn Festival 2025

Thu, Oct 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us for this unique Asian cultural experience by celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival!

Rescheduled

Literacy | READing Paws

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

New date Thursday, October 09, 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.

STEM - Engineering | DIY Wind Vanes

Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn the history and purpose of the wind vane and build one of your own to take home!

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

Mountain Park Branch

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

Community | Find My Stash! - The Ultimate Gift for Your Loved Ones

Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 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.

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

Mountain Park Branch

This program will show participants how to gather, organize, and share important documents and other artifacts with their next of kin in the event of evacuation, incapacitation, or death.

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Need a little help with your homework? Bring it in for one of our volunteers to walk you through it!

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 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!

Thu, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Need help with homework? Stop by and receive homework help for grades K-5 from qualified volunteers.

Thu, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English conversation in a fun and welcoming setting. Each week, we'll explore new topics, learn useful phrases, and play games to build confidence in speaking.

Writing | Writers Club - Theme: Survival

Thu, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Thu, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch

Looking for a space dedicated towards the craft of writing? Come join Snellville's 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: Survival

Thu, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

STEM - Mathematics | Math Club

Thu, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Math Club will help students learn basic math concepts and improve their skills! A program for kids in grades 3-5.

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio

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

Arts | A Year with Flowers - Giant Paper Flower

Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us as we explore the world of flowers as will learn about 2025 Flower of the year, the Ranunculus and make giant paper flowers!

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen

Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lilburn 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!

Language Learning | Basic Spanish for English Speakers

Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join Ms. Mirka for a fun, welcoming storytime that helps families bond and learn through books, songs, and movement.

Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice basic Spanish in a friendly environment!

Author Talk | Kimberly Belle - In conversation with author Emily Carpenter

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join award-winning author Kimberly Belle as she discusses her newest thriller, "The Expat Affair," about an American expat's startling discovery that plunges her into the glamorous but deadly world of Amsterdam's diamond industry.

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Language Learning | Inglés Básico para Hispanohablantes

Thu, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Aprende inglés en un ambiente acogedor con un hablante fluido.

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Oct 03, 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 | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

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

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!

Early Learning | Purposeful Play

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

Dacula Branch

Purposeful Play helps children develop many skills by introducing play techniques that encourage stronger language, gross motor, fine motor, social skills, and many more.

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing - Prusa 3D Printers

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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

Fri, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace

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

Family | Weekend Storytime

Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

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

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with a trained therapy dog.

Health & Wellness | Chair Yoga

Sat, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Come bend, stretch, and use breathing techniques in an accessible and gentle yoga class all without leaving your chair!

Early Learning | Weekend Storytime

Sat, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Explore the Library | Unlock a New Language - Mango Workshop

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

Lilburn Branch

Learn how to use Mango Languages, a free library resource, to start your language-learning journey at your own pace!

Safety | Car Maintenance Basics

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join the library and Team Ryan Automotive to learn about basic car maintenance! There will be an instructive talk, followed by live demonstrations.

Kindergarten Readiness | Letter Camp: Vv

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

Dacula Branch

It's time to learn our letters! Join us this month to focus on upper and lowercase Vv, with early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For ages 3+.

Learning Labs | Photoshop 101

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

Norcross Branch

A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.

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

Norcross Branch

Learn the basics of Photoshop to use in your personal and professional life!

This event is full

Health & Wellness | Interplay

Sun, Oct 05, 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

Arts | Drawn To Life: Drawing Portraits

Sun, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Snellville Branch

Learn how to improve your portrait drawing skills! Connect with other artists learning how to draw and share notes from your art journeys.

Early Learning | Baby & Me

Mon, Oct 06, 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.

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

Grayson Branch

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

Early Learning | Storytime in the Park! - @Alexander Park off Scenic HWY

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

Offsite

Join us for a fun OUTDOOR storytime experience!

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

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

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Cancelled

Community | Library-On-The-Move! - @Alexander Park (off Scenic HWY)

Mon, Oct 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Mon, Oct 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Check out the GCPL Mobile Library, where you can get a library card, borrow books and more!

STEM - Science | Homeschool Hangout - The Great Barrier Reef

Mon, Oct 06, 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).

Mon, Oct 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Dacula Branch

Discover the mysteries of the Great Barrier Reef as we learn about the animals and plants that live there. Then join us for a fun mystery game!

Education | IDD: Your Best Life Skills

Mon, Oct 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Virtual

Join us online for a fun session about saving and budgeting! For teen and adults with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and their family members or caregivers.

Voting | Power at the Polls - How Your Vote Shapes Your Community

Mon, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch

Practice conversational English with non-native speakers. Learn about your local library and the free resources. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words.

Mon, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Do you know who makes decisions about your neighborhood schools, local roads, healthcare services, and community safety? Diane Fisher, President of the Gwinnett League of Women Voters, will provide you with all you need to know to make your voice heard!

Arts | Let's Shrink It!

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

Lilburn Branch

Shrinky Dinks are a hit! Join us to make your own personal masterpiece.

Book Club | Adult Fiction Book Club

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

Snellville Branch

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

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

Mountain Park Branch

Are you eager to find new reads and talk about books with other people? Join your fellow community members to discuss our read of the month every 1st Monday!

Gaming | Chess Club

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

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join our club to learn to play chess. All ages and skill levels are encouraged to participate.

Health & Wellness | Library Play Day - With Live Healthy Gwinnett

Mon, Oct 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join Live Healthy Gwinnett for a Library Play Day where families can enjoy interactive play, fun games, crafts, and more!

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills at the Buford Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

Gaming | Chess & Go

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Learn to play either Chess or Go, or just drop in to play a game with your community. Beginners welcome!

Language Learning | Learn Korean, K-pop style!

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

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

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

Grayson Branch

Let's learn some Korean phrases to make listening to K-pop so much more fun! This month, we're talking about the history of Hangul to celebrate Hangul Day!

Arts | Artist Spotlight - Yayoi Kusama

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

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Learn about a different artist each month and create your own work in their style!

Cancelled

Arts | Calligraphy

Mon, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a fun way to create your own Korean Calligraphy craft.

Arts | Crochet Basics

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us to learn crochet basics and make beginner friendly projects.

This event is full

Education | Parents' Math Help - What do we need to know?

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English by practicing their English Fluency through daily life conversation

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

Five Forks Branch

Looking for ways to help your Grades 4-8 Math student? Join us to look at various tools and resources to do just that.

Learning Labs | Digital Art for beginners

Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Norcross Branch

Learn to use our tools and programs for digital art.

Cancelled

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime

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

Norcross Branch

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

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

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.

Tue, Oct 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.

Education | Preschool Playground & Parent Support

Tue, Oct 07, 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.

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Learn some strategies for raising resilient kids and share your parenting tips. Build a caring community of support while your preschoolers engage in independent play activities.

Cancelled

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Book Club | Mystery & Crime Book Club - The Unforgiven by Heather Graham

Tue, Oct 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Tue, Oct 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 The Unforgiven by Heather Graham.

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

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

Virtual

Conversations in English is a virtual meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Tue, Oct 07, 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.

Culinary Arts | A Taste of Tradition - Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Join us for a 4-part cooking series celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Watch our staff prepare and demonstrate traditional Hispanic dishes from the comfort of our mobile kitchen?registration required.

This event is full

Gaming | Dungeons and Dragons and Donuts

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

Mountain Park Branch

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

Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dacula Branch

Want to learn about Dungeons and Dragons? Know about Dungeons and Dragons but want to find others to play with? Come to this program to meet like-minded teens and solve problems in a short-form campaign.

Literacy | Banned Books Week: Celebrate with Bingo!

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

Grayson Branch

Need help with subjects such as Language Arts, Math, and science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8 here at the Grayson Branch. It's a drop-in session, and no registration is required.

Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Come out and test your knowledge with a fun game of bingo for Banned Books Week!

Cancelled

Book Club | The Magic Tree House Book Club - Read, Explore, Create!

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Tue, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Centerville Branch

Get ready for an adventure through time and space in our book club for early readers! Our goal is to increase literacy by giving young children a space to engage with books. Each program includes a fun activity based on the reading!

Language Learning | Conversations in French - Advanced Beginner to Intermediate

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us at the library for Reading Buddies, where your child can practice and become an active reader!

Cancelled

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

Norcross Branch

Do you know some French or how to speak a little? Then this program is for you! Learn new and old phrases, sentences, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

Book Club | Gwinnett Reads Jane Austen

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

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

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

Grayson Branch

A chance to finally read Jane Austen, together! Join us to discuss all of the topics that make Austen's books true classics! Starting with the first, we'll be reading "Sense and Sensibility".

Gaming | Chess & Go

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

Snellville Branch

Join us to learn and play Chess or Go!

Fictionary - Stay Sharp: Word Games for Older Adults

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

Centerville Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8. This is a drop-in session. No registration required.

Tue, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Mountain Park Branch

Fictionary is a fun word game where players invent definitions for obscure words. This program is intended for adults and older adults who love words and reading!

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Language Learning | Conversations in English - At the Co-Op

Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.

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

Offsite

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects at NE GA Co-Op.

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us at the library as we provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

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

Offsite

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment at the North Gwinnett Co-Op!

Book Club | Fiction Book Club

Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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.

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

Lilburn Branch

Join us for a discussion of "Death Comes to Pemberley" by PD James.

Education | Free Tutoring at Your Fingertips - Library Resource Information Session

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

Dacula Branch

Need help with homework, studying, or brushing up on skills? The library offers free access to online tutoring and learning tools for all ages available anytime, anywhere with your library card. Come to this information session for a walkthrough on how to use library resources to get free tutoring and resources for all ages.

Gaming | Let's Role - Dungeons & Dragons

Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Grayson Branch

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

Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Tue, Oct 07, 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 | Arcana Reads: Tarot Themed Book Club

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

Centerville Branch

Arcana Reads is a book club inspired by timeless archetypes from myth and story. Each session explores a new theme, like transformation, truth, or power, through a carefully chosen YA novel. BRINGING YOUR OWN DECK is strongly encouraged.

Early Learning | Pajama Storytime

Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Stories, Songs, and Rhymes! Join Ms. Nikki for a special nighttime storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and/or blanket. Pajamas are welcome! For ages 3 and up.

Wed, Oct 08, 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.

Wed, Oct 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, Oct 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 0-2 and their caregivers.

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

Snellville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Wed, Oct 08, 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 | Fire Safety Storytime

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

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us for a special storytime about fire safety during Fire Prevention Week. For ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Preschool Stations

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Join us for an in-depth Early Learning experience for Preschoolers. Learning about different topics every month with different stations to learn and improve our skills in reading and exploration.

Community | Norcross Connect - Pumpkin Mandalas for Reducing Stress

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

Come socialize with members of your community while learning a new skill. This month, we will learn about mandalas and create our own on a pumpkin.

Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom

Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!

Early Learning | Music and Movement - Ages 3 and up

Wed, Oct 08, 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.

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

Mountain Park Branch

Senior Living | The Art of Aging: Ghost Paintings

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

Snellville Branch

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

Wed, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Aging well is an art, and we want to help you succeed in creating your best senior life. Enjoy art therapy while you create a social network of friends. We will celebrate October by creating ghost paintings.

Hobbies | Loop & Learn - A Crochet Circle for Beginners

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

Dacula Branch

Learn essential stitches and techniques to get started with crochet and create your first project!

Learning Labs | Bros Who Sew - Machine Basics

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

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace

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

Registration opens Wednesday, October 1 2025 at 1:00pm

Cancelled

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

Wed, Oct 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 about caring for your loved ones with Alzheimer's.

Rescheduled

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

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

New date Tuesday, October 07, 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.

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Fall Harvest

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

Grayson Branch

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us as we learn about which plants and vegetables grow best in cool weather!

Arts | DIY Book Pumpkin Decor

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

Grayson Branch

Practice Chen Style Taichi to build physical strength, improve balance, and relieve stress.

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Need some cute bookish decor for this spooky season? We?ve got you! Join us to create adorable pumpkins for your shelves.

Culture | Spanish Club - Piñatas

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

Centerville Branch

Join us for a fun art session where you'll learn about Piñatas! These colorful, cardboard creations are commonly found at parties in Latin American culture. Get creative and make your own unique piñata while practicing Spanish. It's going to be a colorful blast! ¡Acompáñanos para una sesión divertida de arte donde aprenderás sobre las piñatas! ¡Usa tu creatividad y crea tu piñata mientras practicas tu español! ¡Va ser un día colorido!

Hobbies | Awesome Art - Color Theory

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics

Wed, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio

Do you have an idea for a sewing project but are unsure how to use a sewing machine? This program is for you!

Registration opens Wednesday, October 1 2025 at 4:30pm

Language Learning | Basic English for Spanish Speakers

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

¡Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en una clase semanal los miércoles en la biblioteca de Norcross! Learn English Basics in a class setting, weekly on Wednesdays at the Norcross Branch!

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

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

Family | Raising Highly Capable Kids Workshop - Building Family Assets

Wed, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies. This is a drop-in session. First-come, first-served

Wed, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Grayson Branch

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep Course

Wed, Oct 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.

This event is full

Health & Wellness | Youth Empowerment with Ron D

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

Duluth Branch

Join the Ron D Experience for an hour of affirmation, activation, and strategies for a positive outlook.

Learning Labs | Glowforge a Spooky Coaster

Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Makerspace Classroom

Create a piece of seasonal decor using the Glowforge, and let it inspire you for future projects.

Community | Knitted Together - A Knitting & Crocheting Meet-Up

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Cancelled

Gaming | Fantasy Trivia - Fourth Wing - Can YOU survive Basgiath War College?

Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

All adults, young or seasoned, are welcome to test their mettle against our FOURTH WING Trivia Night!

Language Learning | Conversation in English in Person

Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch

Join us to practice English Conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, idioms, and vocabulary.

Health & Wellness | The [M] Factor - Film Screening & Roundtable Discussion

Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Celebrate Menopause Awareness Month and enjoy a screening of "The [M] Factor," the first documentary film on the health crisis faced by millions of women going through menopause.

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

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

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie 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.

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English in a welcoming environment. The facilitator is bilingual in Korean and English.

Thu, Oct 09, 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 caregiver(s).

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

Grayson Branch

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

Health & Wellness | Library Play Day - - with LiveHealthy Gwinnett

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

Thu, Oct 09, 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!

STEM - Science | Color Mania - DIY Kaleidoscopes

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Build your own kaleidoscope and discover a world of dazzling patterns! This hands-on program is perfect for kids who love art, science, and creative fun.

Writing | Writing Your Memoirs

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

Norcross Branch

Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs, and movement!

Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn how your experiences and life lessons can entertain and inspire others in this three-part writing workshop.

Health & Wellness | Stretch It Out! - Morning Yoga

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

Mountain Park Branch

Join us as we explore health and mindfulness through basic gentle yoga led by a librarian.

Cancelled

Learning Labs | Intro to Podcasting

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch - Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Makerspace,Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Recording Studio

Learn the basics of making a podcast!

Book Club | Adult Book Club

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

Dacula Branch

Join us for a friendly discussion of "What Happened to the Bennetts" by Lisa Scottoline.

Health & Wellness | Fall Break Indoor Sports & Games

Thu, Oct 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us for a fun and healthy way to exercise by playing indoor sports & games to build resilience to manage your stress.

Community | Books and Beyond - with Gwinnett County Public Library Director Charles Pace

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join us for an engaging and informative conversation with Charles Pace, Executive Director of Gwinnett County Public Library, as he shares insights into the vital role the public library plays in strengthening communities.

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

Mountain Park Branch

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

Literacy | READing Paws

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

Language Learning | Movies in English - ESL Movie Club

Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Learn and practice Korean at the library, the heart of the K culture community.

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

Virtual

Watch, Discuss and Learn! Join us every other Thursday for our virtual ESL Movie Club to improve your vocabulary, English conversational and listening skills!

STEM - Mathematics | Probability Problems

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us to learn about probability and fractions.

STEM - Technology | Code Club

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Culinary Arts | Whispers of Sugar in the Shape of Fear!

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

Mountain Park Branch

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

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Learn the basics of candy making while creating spun sugar spider webs.

STEM - Science | Waterwalking!

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

Centerville Branch

Come join us as we reveal the secrets of water striders! Participants will learn all about how these cool bugs skate on the water, and make your own to take home!

Hobbies | Make Your Own Eraser Stamps

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

Snellville Branch

Try your hand at lino cutting by making your stamps with erasers!

Family | Mad Hatter Tea Party

Thu, Oct 09, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Celebrate Mad Hatter Day with a spot of tea and be regaled with stories of wonder! Feel free to bring a stuffed animal or two to enjoy the program with you.

Writing | Writers Club: Horror

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English conversation in a fun and welcoming setting. Each week, we'll explore new topics, learn useful phrases, and play games to build confidence in speaking.

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

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks 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: Horror!

Community | Magic: The Gathering

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

Mountain Park Branch

Come together with your community as we take a dive into the world's most popular trading card game, Magic: The Gathering! Open to beginners and experienced players alike. Rated ages 13+.

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen

Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Early Learning | Pajama Storytime

Thu, Oct 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.

Language Learning | Basic Spanish for English Speakers

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join Ms. Mirka for a fun, welcoming storytime that helps families bond and learn through books, songs, and movement.

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

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice basic Spanish in a friendly environment!

Language Learning | Inglés Básico para Hispanohablantes

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

Collins Hill Branch

Aprende inglés en un ambiente acogedor con un hablante fluido.

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Oct 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 | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

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

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!

Culinary Arts | Food With a Twist - Julia Child's First TV Recipe

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

Lilburn Branch

Join us to learn how to make a rolled French omelette (the food, of course) and learn about the life and career of famous chef Julia Child (the twist is, of course, a history lesson).

Community | Move with Merengue - Ballroom Dance Basics with Grace Smith

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

Duluth Branch

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

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

Dacula Branch

Move your body by learning the national dance of the Dominican Republic with ballroom dance instructor Grace Smith!

Literacy | Celebrating Wicked Good Friendships

Fri, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Calling all besties! Wicked Part Two (the movie) comes out in November. Let's celebrate Elphaba and Glinda's friendship and other famous friendships in literature. While supplies last!

Health & Wellness | Fire Extinguisher Training

Fri, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us as we learn about how to properly use a fire extinguisher!

Learning Labs | 48 Hour Film Fest Orientation

Fri, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

48 hours to write, shoot, edit, and upload a film! Come to the Norcross library at 6pm to take part in the library's 48-Hour Film Festival!

Kindergarten Readiness | Number Camp - Measurement & Size

Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join Ms. Nikki to explore numbers and math! We will read books, sing songs, play games, and use sensory exploration to help us learn different preschool math concepts. This program is intended for preschoolers, ages 3-6, and their caregiver(s).

Writing | Teen Essay Writing Workshop - How Do I Write My Best College Admissions Essay?

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Save time and stress by joining high school seniors and parents for practical tips on jump-starting the Common App personal statement (as well as the shorter supplemental essays required by many colleges).

Learning Labs | 3D Print Pumpkins - 3D Printed Lithophanes

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch - Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Makerspace

Learn to 3D print glowing pumpkin designs.

Early Learning | Monster Mash Storytime

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

Grayson Branch

Put on your favorite costume and join Ms. Becca for a silly, spooky storytime! We will read books about not-so-scary monsters, sing and dance to the monster mash, have a costume contest, and make a monster craft to take home!

Health & Wellness | Yoga for Positive Health - Welcome to a Healthier, Happier You!

Sun, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Yoga is more than just physical exercise. It is a holistic practice that nurtures the body, mind, and soul. Join us, along with Hindu Swayam Sevak Sangh, to embrace yoga for positive health and experience a stronger body, a peaceful mind, and a joyful heart.

Registration opens Sunday, September 28 2025 at 9:00am

Gaming | Chess & Go

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

Lilburn Branch

Play the strategy games Go and Chess in a friendly environment.

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

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

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Cancelled

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Community | Stitching Society - No matter the needle or hook, join our club for help!

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English by practicing their English Fluency through daily life conversation

Cancelled

Mon, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Bring your works in progress, your questions, and your roadblocks. We can solve them together with our monthly club for crafts!

Community | Tummy Time

Tue, Oct 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.

Cancelled

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Education | IDD: Teen and Adult Community Skills Storytime

Tue, Oct 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.

Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join adults and teens with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for stories, socialization, and hands-on activities.

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

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.

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

Collins Hill Branch

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

Tue, Oct 14, 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.

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

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

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Toddler Storytime! Where we read stories and enjoy music & movement for our youngest listeners; babies and young toddlers ages 2 and under.

Cancelled

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club

Tue, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Conversations in English is a virtual meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

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

Virtual

Open Your World Online Book Clubs are for readers and aspiring readers to continue building their literacy skills by reading and discussing stories together. We use adapted novels and short stories. In October, we will begin reading "The Night of the Loch Ness Monster" by Jerry Stemach.

Culinary Arts | Comfort Classics - Pickle Party!

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Do you think pickles are dill-icious? Come and learn how to make your very own tangy (and healthy) pickles that no one can deny!

Culinary Arts | A Taste of Tradition - Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

This event is full

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

Mountain Park Branch

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

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

Grayson Branch

Cancelled

STEM - Science | Candy Core Samples

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

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

Lilburn Branch

It's Earth Science Week! Join us as we learn about the Earth's past by exploring core sampling, then make your very own core samples out of candy.

Language Learning | Conversations in French - Advanced Beginner to Intermediate

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us at the library for Reading Buddies, where your child can practice and become an active reader!

Cancelled

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

Norcross Branch

Do you know some French or how to speak a little? Then this program is for you! Learn new and old phrases, sentences, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

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

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

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

Centerville Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8. This is a drop-in session. No registration required.

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Language Learning | Conversations in English - At the Co-Op

Tue, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.

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

Offsite

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects at NE GA Co-Op.

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us at the library as we provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

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

Offsite

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment at the North Gwinnett Co-Op!

Book Club | Stitch and Tell - "The Life Impossible" by Matt Haig

Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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.

Hobbies | Horror Trivia

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for a scarily fun and informative night of Horror Movie Adult Trivia featuring questions from a variety of different decades of horror movies.

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for Stitch & Tell, a creative book club, where we explore different literary worlds and work on a fiber arts project. This month, we're discussing "The Life Impossible" by Matt Haig.

Writing | Rewrite Your Narrative - A Journaling Program

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Please join us at the library for an amazing journaling session. We will rewrite an event in your life and change the narrative.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 30 2025 at 9:00am

Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Tue, Oct 14, 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!

Culinary Arts | Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month - Empanadas

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

Collins Hill Branch

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us by making delicious empanadas.

Book Club | ATL Reads Virtual Book Club

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

Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and discuss this month's selection Of Women and Salt by Gabriela Garcia.

Senior Living | Aging Adult Expo

Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Join the Gwinnett County Public Library for our Aging Adult Expo at the Grayson Senior Center! We'll have resources and information galore for adults of all ages!

Wed, Oct 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, Oct 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 0-2 and their caregivers.

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

Snellville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

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

Suwanee Branch

Wed, Oct 15, 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 | Preschool Stations

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Join us for an in-depth Early Learning experience for Preschoolers. Learning about different topics every month with different stations to learn and improve our skills in reading and exploration.

Wed, Oct 15, 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 3-5)

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

Mountain Park Branch

Community | Homeschool Hangout

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

Snellville Branch

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

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 15, 12:30pm - 1:15pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Hobbies | Rebound - From Dusty Pages to Creative Wonders

Wed, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

Give old books new life through the art of paper crafting.

Learning Labs | Intro to Green Screen

Wed, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio

Learn how to shoot green screen video.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 8 2025 at 1:00pm

Arts | Art Club - Inktober

Wed, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Practice Chen Style Taichi to build physical strength, improve balance, and relieve stress.

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us for our Art Club! Every month we'll learn about art history from around the world and make our own pieces inspired by it! This month, we will take a look at artists who work with pen-and-ink and create pieces inspired by Inktober prompts.

Family | Game On! at the Library

Wed, Oct 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, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Bring the whole family to the library for an afternoon of great games. Revisit old favorites, discover new ones, and spend time connecting with loved ones!

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling all children in grades K-4! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! In August and September, sessions will run on a first-come, first-served basis.

STEM - Science | Bats

Wed, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for our exciting program series exploring science with hands-on experiments! This month we will learn about bats!

Wed, Oct 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.

Language Learning | Basic English for Spanish Speakers

Wed, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn and practice read aloud skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy! Reading out loud to a buddy helps build confidence, increase fluency, and enhance understanding.

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

¡Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en una clase semanal los miércoles en la biblioteca de Norcross! Learn English Basics in a class setting, weekly on Wednesdays at the Norcross Branch!

Arts | Painted Pumpkins

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

Grayson Branch

Create a pumpkin painted as your favorite book character to the library this October - no carving needed! Kids get to take their creative pumpkins home to enjoy.

Jobs & Careers | Resume 101 - Where Do I Begin?

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

Five Forks Branch

Join us for Resume 101, a beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you create or improve your resume with practical tips and how to use them.

Hobbies | Journaling Club

Wed, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies. This is a drop-in session. First-come, first-served

Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Welcome to Journaling Club where we share inspiration, connection, and the joy of putting pen to paper! Discover the power of journaling in a supportive community that offers prompts, encouragement, and a space for self-discovery.

Family | Raising Highly Capable Kids Workshop - Building Family Assets

Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Grayson Branch

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep Course

Wed, Oct 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.

This event is full

Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics

Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Suwanee Branch

An absolute beginner course on using a sewing machine. Learn to set up the machine and make your very first stitches.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 1 2025 at 6:00pm

Language Learning | Conversation in English in Person

Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English Conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, idioms, and vocabulary.

Book Club | The Murder With Friends Chapter! - Our Virtual Murder Mystery Book Club!

Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about "How To Knit A Murder" by Sally Goldenbaum

Consumer Education | Property Tax Information Session - Sesión de información sobre impuestos a la propiedad

Wed, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Join the Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner's Office to learn about property taxes and how to apply for property tax exemptions to save money.

Jobs & Careers | Mobile Career Lab

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

Grayson Branch

Seeking employment? Get help from the Mobile Career Lab.

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English in a welcoming environment. The facilitator is bilingual in Korean and English.

Education | IDD: Teen and Adult Community Skills Storytime

Thu, Oct 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join adults and teens with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for stories, socialization, and hands-on activities.

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

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie 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.

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

Suwanee Branch

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

Grayson Branch

Thu, Oct 16, 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.

Book Club | Cozy Book Club - "The House in the Pines" by Ana Reyes

Thu, Oct 16, 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.

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Cozy Mystery book. This month's book is "The House in the Pines" by Ana Reyes

Writing | Writing Your Memoirs

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

Norcross Branch

Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs, and movement!

Thu, Oct 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn how your experiences and life lessons can entertain and inspire others in this three-part writing workshop.

Education | Homeschool Hangout: Bones

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Our monthly get-together for homeschooling families. This month we will continue our study of anatomy with bones.

Cancelled

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.

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

Mountain Park Branch

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

Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Learn and practice Korean at the library, the heart of the K culture community.

STEM - Science | Skeleton and Anatomy Workshop

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

Mountain Park Branch

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

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us for a fantastic program on human anatomy.

Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 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.

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

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

Dacula Branch

Need help with homework? Stop by and receive homework help for grades K-5 from qualified volunteers.

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English conversation in a fun and welcoming setting. Each week, we'll explore new topics, learn useful phrases, and play games to build confidence in speaking.

Explore the Library | Kanopy Film Club - "Kedi" (2016)

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

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

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

Snellville Branch

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

Book Club | Story Squad - Alien Invasion

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

Grayson Branch

This month, our book club theme is "Alien Invasion", so read a book related to aliens!.Then, join us for a fun and friendly discussion about what you read!

Arts | Monster Bookmarks

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn about the origins of famous monsters from literature and make your own monster bookmarks.

Explore the Library | Banned Book Speed Dating

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

Centerville Branch

You can't judge a book by its cover. Come and meet some challenging book titles for yourself, speed dating style.

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

Lilburn Branch

Education | Haunted Georgia Lore

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

Lilburn Branch

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

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Experience the ghostly side of Georgia with our haunted places program where the past and paranormal intersect in the most eerie ways.

Culinary Arts | Southern Snackin: Fried Green Tomatoes

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Join us to help make this green treat and learn about its origins.

Language Learning | Basic Spanish for English Speakers

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join Ms. Mirka for a fun, welcoming storytime that helps families bond and learn through books, songs, and movement.

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

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice basic Spanish in a friendly environment!

Language Learning | Inglés Básico para Hispanohablantes

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

Collins Hill Branch

Aprende inglés en un ambiente acogedor con un hablante fluido.

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Oct 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 | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

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

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!

Learning Labs | DIY Repair

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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

Fri, Oct 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace

Come to the Learning Lab to see a demonstration on how to perform household repairs like soldering and sewing.

Learning Labs | 48 Hour Film Fest Screening and Awards

Fri, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Join us to watch the films that were submitted to the 48 Hour Film Fest! If you have submitted a film make sure to attend so you can receive any awards/prizes!

Literacy | Doggie Tales

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with a trained therapy dog.

Literacy | Reading Paws

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

Duluth Branch

Have a shy or nervous reader? A patient and furry friend would like to hear your child read their favorite story to them.

Environment | Restoring Nature One Yard at a Time

Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Snellville Branch

Master Gardener, Jim Saleh of UGA Extension Services will discuss how to maintain a true organic garden.

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Norcross Branch

A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with a trained therapy dog.

Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Makerspace

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

Registration opens Saturday, October 11 2025 at 9:00am

Environment | Save Our Planet - With Save Soil

Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Using hands-on STEM activities, come learn how soil health is vital to growing your food and the importance of preserving it. Learn how you can raise awareness about soil rejuvenation.

STEM - Science | Amazing Honeybees!

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

Centerville Branch

Local beekeeper Arthur Barbas will tell you how bees make their honey and how important they are to our environment!

Environment | Green Your Home

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Design and build your own Dream Green Home at the Lawrenceville Branch. You'll learn some ways to make your future home sustainable and some tricks to green your current home now!

Learning Labs | Learning Labs Magic (The Gathering)

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

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace

Join the Learning Labs as we embark on a quest to create free accessories and custom cards to heighten your Magic The Gathering gaming experience! Now sponsored by Magikids! Stay to the end to get free booster packs!

Gaming | Chess Club

Sun, Oct 19, 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.

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Mon, Oct 20, 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.

Mon, Oct 20, 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 parent/or caregiver.

Early Learning | Storytime in the Park! - @Alexander Park off Scenic HWY

Mon, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join us for a fun OUTDOOR storytime experience!

Book Club | Name That Genre Book Club

Mon, Oct 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Please join us for a monthly genre-based book club and discussion group where participants read the books of their choice in the selected genre.

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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

Book Club | Murder with a Twist - Mystery/Fiction Book Club - "The Other Bennet Sister" by Janice Hadlow

Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us in discussing this month's selection, "The Other Bennet Sister" by Janice Hadlow.

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

Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy in an interactive way for children ages 3 through 5.

Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Cancelled

Community | Library-On-The-Move! - @Alexander Park (off Scenic HWY)

Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Check out the GCPL Mobile Library, where you can get a library card, borrow books and more!

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Mon, Oct 20, 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).

Mon, Oct 20, 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!

Mon, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch

Practice conversational English with non-native speakers. Learn about your local library and the free resources. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words.

Book Club | Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club - "The Hunter" by Tana French

Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

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

Mon, Oct 20, 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, "The Hunter" by Tana French!

Environment | Animal Camouflage

Mon, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

It's a colorful world out there! Learn how the natural world utilizes camouflage to flourish and thrive.

STEM - Science | Imagination Lab

Mon, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for a costume-friendly STEM event for kids! Explore hands-on STEM stations like oobleck or a pumpkin-cano. Costumes encouraged and curiosity welcomed. No registration needed!

STEM - Mathematics | Afterschool Math Club

Mon, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills at the Buford Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

Mon, Oct 20, 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!

Author Talk | Empowering Kids Through Body Safety - ABC's of Body Safety with Author Tyesha Abdullah

Mon, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a program that focuses on body safety and healthy boundaries. Local author Tyesha Abdullah will share her empowering children's book, ABC's of Body Safety - a creative and age-appropriate tool designed to help caregivers and educators have open meaningful conversations with young children about body autonomy, consent, and safety.

Hobbies | Clue: A Library Mystery

Mon, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Help us as we try to solve the mystery behind who destroyed our 3D printer! You'll have to work as a team to find the clue and solve this mystery.

Learning Lab | Game Dev 101

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English by practicing their English Fluency through daily life conversation

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn all about the history of game development and learn to make your own!

Community | Tummy Time

Tue, Oct 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.

Cancelled

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

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

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.

Tue, Oct 21, 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.

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

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

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Toddler Storytime! Where we read stories and enjoy music & movement for our youngest listeners; babies and young toddlers ages 2 and under.

Cancelled

Early Learning | Baby and Me Yoga

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Tue, Oct 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. This program is intended for crawlers and beginning walkers, ages 3-12 months. Bring your own yoga mat or use one of ours!

This event is full

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Learning Labs | Intro to the X-Carve - CNC Router

Tue, Oct 21, 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. Space is limited and available on a first come, first serve basis.

Tue, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace

Learn to use a CNC router with the library's X-Carve.

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

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

Virtual

Conversations in English is a virtual meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

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

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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, Oct 21, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

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

Mountain Park Branch

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

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

Grayson Branch

Cancelled

Culinary Arts | Cooking With Kids - Mango Lassi

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

A cooking program for children and their accompanying adults. This month learn to make mango lassi, a creamy yogurt smoothie blended with ripe mangoes and a hint of cardamom.

This event is full

Book Club | Stitch & Tell - "The Turn of the Key" by Ruth Ware

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us at the library for Reading Buddies, where your child can practice and become an active reader!

Tue, Oct 21, 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 Turn of the Key" by Ruth Ware.

Cancelled

Language Learning | Conversations in French - Advanced Beginner to Intermediate

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

Norcross Branch

Do you know some French or how to speak a little? Then this program is for you! Learn new and old phrases, sentences, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

Book Club | Gwinnett Reads Jane Austen

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

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

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

Grayson Branch

A chance to finally read Jane Austen, together! Join us to discuss all of the topics that make Austen's books true classics! This time, we'll be reading "Pride and Prejudice".

STEM - Mathematics | Pokemon Math Club

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

Snellville Branch

Build your double digit math and critical thinking skills as you play the Pokemon Card game. For ages 8 and up.

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

Centerville Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8. This is a drop-in session. No registration required.

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Lilburn Branch

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

Language Learning | Conversations in English - At the Co-Op

Tue, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.

Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Offsite

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects at NE GA Co-Op.

Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us at the library as we provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Offsite

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment at the North Gwinnett Co-Op!

Community | Pet Ownership 101

Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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.

Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Come learn the ins and outs of pet care and animal behavior!

Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group

Tue, Oct 21, 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.

Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Tue, Oct 21, 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!

Hobbies | Mountain Park Hook Up

Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

Culinary Arts | Campfire Treat: S'mores Bark

Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Join us at the Centerville branch to learn how to make your own s'mores bark! The perfect treat for Fall time, s'mores bark will be a hit at your social gatherings!

Registration opens Tuesday, October 21 2025 at 6:00pm

Wed, Oct 22, 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.

Wed, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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.

Wed, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Kindergarten Readiness | Hooray for School! - Alphabet Adventures

Wed, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Wed, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Hooray for School Alphabet Adventures for rising PreK and Kindergarten students! We are building early literacy through letter recognition, writing, and fun activities.

Early Learning | Preschool Stations

Wed, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Wed, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Join us for an in-depth Early Learning experience for Preschoolers. Learning about different topics every month with different stations to learn and improve our skills in reading and exploration.

Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom

Wed, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!

Learning Labs | Intro to Multifilament Printing

Wed, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch - Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Makerspace

Ready to take your 3D printing to the next level? Learn how to make prints in multiple colors.

Wed, Oct 22, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Wed, Oct 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch

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

Learning Labs | Halloween Costume Help!

Wed, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Practice Chen Style Taichi to build physical strength, improve balance, and relieve stress.

Wed, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Need help finishing your Halloween costume? Stop by to get help from the Learning Labs!

Culinary Arts | Healthy Fall Instant Pot Cooking

Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

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

Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Love fall foods but hate to heat up your kitchen? Learn how to make healthy fall favorites in the Instant Pot.

Early Learning | Un Poquito de Espanol

Wed, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Do you want your kids to learn a little bit of Spanish language and culture? Join us for a unique experience full of fun, differently themed bilingual stories, games & crafts!

Wed, Oct 22, 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.

Language Learning | Basic English for Spanish Speakers

Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn and practice read aloud skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy! Reading out loud to a buddy helps build confidence, increase fluency, and enhance understanding.

Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

¡Aprenda los conceptos básicos del inglés en una clase semanal los miércoles en la biblioteca de Norcross! Learn English Basics in a class setting, weekly on Wednesdays at the Norcross Branch!

STEM - Engineering | Lego Club - Spooky Creations

Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us to construct various shapes and designs using Lego pieces and compete with others on this month's challenge to build the spookiest creations that you can imagine!

Family | Raising Highly Capable Kids Workshop - Building Family Assets

Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies. This is a drop-in session. First-come, first-served

Wed, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Grayson Branch

Learning Labs | Intro to Tinkercad

Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio

Learn how to design 3D models to 3D print with Tinkercad.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 6:00pm

Language Learning | Conversation in English in Person

Wed, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English Conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, idioms, and vocabulary.

Book Club | Economics & Finance Book Club

Wed, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us as we explore titles covering popular subjects within the world of finance and economics.

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Thu, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English in a welcoming environment. The facilitator is bilingual in Korean and English.

Thu, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie 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.

Thu, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Thu, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Thu, Oct 23, 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.

Thu, Oct 23, 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.

Writing | Writing Your Memoirs

Thu, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs, and movement!

Thu, Oct 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn how your experiences and life lessons can entertain and inspire others in this three-part writing workshop.

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.

STEM - Engineering | LEGO Challenge

Thu, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

Thu, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for an afternoon of LEGO!

Book Club | The Next Chapter Book Club

Thu, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss "The Bone Hacker" by Kathy Reichs.

Language Learning | Movies in English - ESL Movie Club

Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Learn and practice Korean at the library, the heart of the K culture community.

Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Watch, Discuss and Learn! Join us every other Thursday for our virtual ESL Movie Club to improve your vocabulary, English conversational and listening skills!

Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

STEM - Science | Mummies: Behind the Mask

Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 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.

Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Join us to uncover the secrets behind how mummies were created in ancient Egypt, and create your own funerary mask to take home.

Arts | Frankenstein Stuffed Animals

Thu, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn the basics of hand sewing in a way Frankenstein would be proud. Create your own monster stuffed animal! *Bring your own Stuffed Animal*

Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Need help with homework? Stop by and receive homework help for grades K-5 from qualified volunteers.

Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room

Join us to practice English conversation in a fun and welcoming setting. Each week, we'll explore new topics, learn useful phrases, and play games to build confidence in speaking.

Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Book Club | "I Survived" Book Club

Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

This is a book club for kids designed to help them get reading. We have a fun meeting once per month, during which we discuss a book from the popular series "I Survived."

Learning Labs | Intro to Adobe Premiere Pro

Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Makerspace

Join the Learning Labs as we show you the basics of editing video using Adobe Premiere Pro!

Registration opens Thursday, October 16 2025 at 9:00am

Explore the Library | Game Night Trivia

Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Game Night Trivia is an in-person library resource game that focuses on library research and critical thinking. This will be a category game that focuses on book titles, research readiness, audiobooks & ebooks, digital resources, and fun facts about the library.

Language Learning | Basic Spanish for English Speakers

Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join Ms. Mirka for a fun, welcoming storytime that helps families bond and learn through books, songs, and movement.

Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice basic Spanish in a friendly environment!

Author Talk | Ibi Zoboi - Gwinnett Reads Jane Austen

Thu, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join YA award-winning author Ibi Zoboi as she discusses her novel "Pride," a vibrant reimagining of Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice," about cultural identity, class, and gentrification against the magic of first love.

Author Talk | Middle Grade Author Series: Karen Strong - For Ages 8+

Thu, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Come hear these authors speak about their works and the writing process. Talk to the authors, ask questions, and get your books signed!

Language Learning | Inglés Básico para Hispanohablantes

Thu, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Aprende inglés en un ambiente acogedor con un hablante fluido.

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 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 | Early Learning at the Library

Fri, Oct 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for early literacy fun with Ms. Melanie and friends from Play2Learn and Gwinnett Building Babies Brains for story time, music and movement, and early learning activities for children, 0-5, and their parents or caregivers.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!

Learning Labs | Halloween Costume Help!

Fri, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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

Rescheduled

Fri, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Wednesday, October 22, 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Need help finishing your Halloween costume? Stop by to get help from the Learning Labs!

Rescheduled

Author Talk | Ibi Zoboi - Gwinnett Reads Jane Austen

Fri, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New date Thursday, October 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Snellville Branch

Arts | Chalk Walk Competition

Sat, Oct 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Suwanee Branch

Celebrate Artober, the City of Suwanee's new mural in the reading grotto by the library, and the connection between literature and the arts with a literary-themed chalk walk competition!

Family | Spooktackular Storytime @ The Park

Sat, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Offsite

Dress up in your favorite costume and join Ms. Elissa at Ronald Reagan Park for a spooky storytime the whole family can enjoy! For this special storytime, you'll get to show off your costumes, sing spooky songs, and make a monster craft!

Citizenship | Preparación para el examen de ciudadanía - Presentado por MIRA USA

Sat, Oct 25, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

¿Estás preparándote para el examen de ciudadanía y no sabes por dónde empezar?

Health & Wellness | Family Field Day with Be Active Gwinnett

Sat, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Grayson Branch

Let's get active, Gwinnett! Join us at the library with the Be Active Gwinnett bus to experience a field day sure to get the whole family moving together!

Learning Labs | A Potential Windows Alternative - Linux 101

Sat, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Norcross Branch

A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.

Sat, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Centerville Branch - Centerville Makerspace and Recording Studio

Thinking about replacing your old Windows 10 computer? Are your old devices running slowly? Learn why Linux can be a secure, free, and user-friendly alternative to Windows and Mac.

Book Club | Korean Reading Club Atlanta

Sat, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Duluth Branch

Korean Reading Club for adults. "About Agony, the life story of Hing Young Kim," will be the book for October to share thoughts and opinions.

Gaming | Dungeons & Dragons

Sun, Oct 26, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons with a one-shot run by experienced dungeon masters.

Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun

Sun, Oct 26, 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.

Early Learning | Sensory Storytime

Sun, Oct 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Snellville Branch

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

STEM - Science | Pumpkins Fight Pollution!

Sun, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Pumpkins are wonderful decorations but did you know they also clean the earth? Come learn more about these wonderful gourds and have a chance to decorate a lil' pumpkin!

Registration opens Sunday, October 5 2025 at 3:00pm

Community | Spooky-Not-So-Spooky Fall Festival! - @Alexander Park (off Scenic HWY)

Mon, Oct 27, 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.

Mon, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Offsite

Come in costume for some not-too-spooky tales and fun Fall themed activities!

STEM - Science | Dragonflies in Your Garden

Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

Learn about dragonflies and make a dragonfly craft and snack!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime - Dress Up as a First Responder!

Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy in an interactive way for children ages 3 through 5.

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

Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Community | Library-On-The-Move! - @Alexander Park (off Scenic HWY)

Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Check out the GCPL Mobile Library, where you can get a library card, borrow books and more!

Computer Literacy | Click & Learn - Google Workspace Basics

Mon, Oct 27, 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).

Mon, Oct 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dacula Branch

Learn the basics of how to use Google Workspace and what it even is.

Mon, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch

Practice conversational English with non-native speakers. Learn about your local library and the free resources. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words.

Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

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

Mon, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills at the Buford Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

STEM - Mathematics | STEAM Club - Probability Monsters

Mon, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

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

Mon, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dacula Branch

Come learn all about probability, and use it to make your very own randomized monster!

STEM - Engineering | Lego Junior Builders - Build a Lego Mansion

Mon, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Join the fun as we collaborate using imagination and teamwork to build a giant Lego Mansion!

Learning Labs | Illustration Club - Watercolor and Mixed Media

Mon, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace

Are you interested in children's book illustration? In this hands-on program series, you will learn the basics of traditional art, building a portfolio, and have the chance to meet up and work with other like-minded artists.

Registration opens Monday, October 20 2025 at 9:00am