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Early Learning | Baby and Me

Mon, Apr 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, Apr 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 caregiver.

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

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

Offsite

Join us for a fun OUTDOOR storytime experience!

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under with a caregiver.

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

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Preschool Storytime! Exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.

Cancelled

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Mon, Apr 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, Apr 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!

Environment | Earth Day: DIY Plant Terrariums

Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn how plants give back to the environment and what you can do to support our local plant life!

STEM - Science | Turn Milk Into Plastic

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

Lilburn Branch

Have you ever heard that plastic can be made out of milk? Join us as we turn milk into plastic in this DIY STEM experiment.

Book Club | Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club - The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James

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

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Mon, Apr 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 Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James!

Culture | Japanese Lucky Stars

Mon, Apr 20, 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.

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

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn about the Japanese legend of Hoshi, the girl who helped falling stars find their way back to the sky, and make a jar of origami lucky stars to celebrate the Lyrids meteor shower in April.

Explore the Library | Library Love

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

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

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Come explore! We invite you to share your love of libraries and some of our beloved offerings!

STEM - Technology | Coding for Kids!

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

Grayson Branch

Let's delve into Scratch to practice coding on the computer!

Learning Labs | Intro to Green Screen

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

Norcross Branch

Homework help for kids in grades K-8.

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

Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio

Learn how to shoot green screen video.

Learning Labs | Intro to Green Screen

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

Norcross Branch

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

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

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

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks 3D Printer #1,Five Forks 3D Printer #2

Learn the basics of 3D Printing!

Community | Tummy Time

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for our weekly Tummy Time! This is an opportunity for playtime for pre-walking babies and their parents/caregivers to connect while meeting other families in the community. This program is designed for babies under one year and their caregivers.

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Environment | Earth Day Celebration

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

Lilburn Branch

Join Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful at the library for stories and activities in an Earth Day celebration.

Tue, Apr 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Tue, Apr 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.

Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom

Tue, Apr 21, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

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

Centerville Branch

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

Computer Literacy | Artificial Intelligence 101

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Learn the basics of artificial intelligence and computational linguistics.

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

Hamilton Mill Branch

Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students (grade 1-8) who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.

Education | Reading Buddies

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

Mountain Park Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Reading Buddies- where your child can practice with a trained volunteer and become an active reader!

STEM - Technology | Intro to ChatGPT

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

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Learn what ChatGPT is, when to use it, and when not to use it.

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

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. On a first-come, first-served basis. Students must bring a homework assignment.

STEM - Mathematics | Pokemon Math Club

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

Lilburn Branch

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

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

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Building your double digit math and critical thinking skills have never been so fun! Take part in the Pokemon Math Club to enhance numerical fluency. You do not have to bring your own cards.

Book Club | Stitch & Tell - Rock, Paper, Scissors by Alice Feeney

Tue, Apr 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 Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney.

Family | Family Storytime - Underpants

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

Dacula Branch

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

Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime the whole family can enjoy together! This month's theme is underpants. Enjoy books, songs, and make a fun craft!

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us for homework help to kids in grades K-8.

Rescheduled

Community | Mountain Park Hook-Up - A Knitting & Crocheting Meet Up

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

New date Monday, April 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Homework help for kids in grades K-8.

Tue, Apr 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.

Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Tue, Apr 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!

Health & Wellness | Alzheimer & Dementia - Caregivers Support Group

Tue, Apr 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.

Learning Labs | Game Makers Group

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

Five Forks Branch

This is a weekly discussion group where we will cover a wide array of game-making topics and provide optional challenges and projects for aspiring game creators.

Community | Prospective Foster Parent Information Session

Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services-Gwinnett County to learn how to become a foster parent.

Cancelled

Early Learning | Pajama Storytime

Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us 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, Apr 22, 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.

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

Mountain Park Branch

Designed for babies and toddlers, this storytime uses simple books, music, and movement to introduce our youngest listeners to storytime. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs! For children ages 0-2, and their caregivers.

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

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Cancelled

Wed, Apr 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.

Early Learning | Once Upon a Dime Storytime - Needs Versus Wants

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

April is National Financial Literacy Month! Join Ms. Sarah at the Duluth branch for a special storytime with guest reader, Melissa Vazquez. This storytime will introduce money concepts and helpful tools for your little learner's future financial success.

Explore the Library | Library Resources for Seniors - Finding What You Need

Wed, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Centerville Branch

Seniors, come learn easy shortcuts on the computer to find books, magazines, newspaper articles, event happenings, Book-a-Librarian and other useful & fun things to do in and outside the library.

Early Learning | Preschool Stations

Wed, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come join us for stories, songs, and activities to learn about different topics each month!

Kindergarten Readiness | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 22, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills, which help children become ready to read and promote school readiness. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Computer Literacy | An Introduction for Adult Learners - How To Use A Mouse and Keyboard

Wed, Apr 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Wed, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Learn the basics of computers and their many uses! Geared towards adult learners with on-hands instruction from GCPL staff in a private group setting. Physical books will be available for check-out so you can continue learning on the go!

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Air Plant Buddies

Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grayson Branch

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us to bring a touch of green into your life and celebrate Earth Day by learning about the importance of plants and then make your own air plant buddies!

Learning Labs | Intro to Audacity

Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Recording Studio

Join us as we go over the basics of how to use the free audio recording software Audacity.

Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children will receive one-on-one assistance with their school homework by volunteers. Walk in sessions are on a first come basis.

STEM - Technology | Parasocial Relationships - Common Sense Media

Wed, Apr 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, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Celebrities and influencers can feel like our friends, even if we've never met them in real life! This workshop for teens explores how this happens and how to keep healthy boundaries online.

Cancelled

Culinary Arts | Comfort Classics - America250! - Grits & Hoecakes

Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Gear up for America's Semiquincentennial by learning the humble staples that fueled a revolution! Come discover the history of how grits and hoecakes became enduring symbols of American resilience and flavor.

Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Calling all children in grades K-5! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! Children are seen on a first-come basis.

Wed, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling all children in grades 1-5! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! Sessions will run on a first come, first served basis.

Wed, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Wed, Apr 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 understanding.