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Writing | Unearth a Story

Teen Summer Writing Retreat
2026-06-27 11:00:00 2026-06-27 15:30:00 America/New_York Writing | Unearth a Story A day-long writing retreat designed for teens! Learn more about creative writing, storytelling, personal statement essays for college applications, and more. Presenters are published authors and members of the Atlanta Writers Club. Lilburn Branch -

Saturday, June 27
11:00am - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-27 11:00:00 2026-06-27 15:30:00 America/New_York Writing | Unearth a Story A day-long writing retreat designed for teens! Learn more about creative writing, storytelling, personal statement essays for college applications, and more. Presenters are published authors and members of the Atlanta Writers Club. Lilburn Branch -

A day-long writing retreat designed for teens! Learn more about creative writing, storytelling, personal statement essays for college applications, and more. Presenters are published authors and members of the Atlanta Writers Club.

Learn new techniques to hone in on your creative writing skills. 

11:00 - Welcome

11:15-12:00 - Module 1: Starting Your Writing Career in Your Teens (Author, publisher, and editor A.E. Williams)

12:00-12:45 - Lunch 

12:45-1:30 - Module 2: Storytelling from the Ground Up (Author and teacher Adam Throne)

1:30-1:45 - Break

1:45-2:30 - Module 3: Writing Your Personal Statement Essay for College Applications (Author and college counselor Dana Zullo)

2:30-2:45 - Break

2:45-3:30 - Module 4: How and Why to Start a Teen Magazine (Author and publisher Todd Sullivan)

Attendees are encouraged to bring a tablet, laptop, or writing pad and pen.

* Lunch will be provided. While we will try to have options for different dietary needs, not everyone will be able to be accommodated, so attendees are encouraged to bring their own food if they have food allergies or dietary needs.

Registration is required. 

Presented by Adult Services. 

AGE GROUP: | Ages 16-18 | Ages 12 - 15 |

EVENT TYPE: | Writing | Summer Reading | Hobbies | Education | College Prep | Arts |

Lilburn Branch
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Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a special storytime just for babies (pre-walkers) designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!
Book Club | Mystery - Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Mystery book. This month's book is Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney.
Explore the Library | Unlocking Data - Smart Research with Reference Solutions
Thu, Jun 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom
Looking to supercharge your business research, marketing, or job search? Join us for informative sessions about Reference Solutions - a powerhouse database packed with up-to-date details on 117 million businesses and over 324 million consumers across the U.S.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!
Health & Wellness | Taichi for Wellness
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us for Taichi at the library! This progressive Chen Style series introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.
Community | Juneteenth - The African American Experience and Civic Power
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us for a special Juneteenth program exploring the history and impact of voting rights in the African American community. You'll learn how the fight for the ballot shaped American democracy and continues to influence civic life today.
STEM - Science | Prehistoric Explorers - A 7-Week Dino STEM Series
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Prehistoric Explorers is a 7-week STEM adventure camp that invites students on an exciting journey into the world of dinosaurs. Through hands-on activities and interactive exploration, participants discover what dinosaurs were, how fossils form, and the legacy these prehistoric creatures left behind.
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STEM - Science | Soil Explorers
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn about our awesome decomposer friend, the worm, and its importance in soil ecosystems. You will learn the science of soil, refuse decomposition, and the importance of recycling. You will also build a "worm hotel" to take home!
STEM - Science | Dinosaur Eggs
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
It?s a dinosaur egg hunt! What could be inside the eggs?
Gaming | Tabletop Club - Learning TTRPGs and Strategies!
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room
Join us as we explore, play, and learn various tabletop games and TTRPGs with like-minded peers!
Culinary Arts | Juice Roulette 3 - The Lost World
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Snellville Branch
Juice Roulette returns for the summer! Experience the majesty of freshly made juice and participate in a gameshow to try new flavors and combinations.
STEM - Science | Weird Dinosaurs - Tissue Paper Art
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Have you ever heard of dinosaurs that burrow in the ground or ones that look like giant rats? Join us to explore some of the weirdest and most fascinating dinosaurs ever discovered!
Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids: Dino Edition! - Day 3: Dino Nest Treats
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn food safety tips and the culinary skills you need to cook your own meals and snacks! This three-day interactive series features dino-themed food that will make eating a chomp-worthy treat!
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Culture | Abayomi Doll Making Workshop
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
This program is held in honor of Juneteenth? celebrating the achievements of African Americans and preserving Black culture through education, storytelling, and community.
Community | Why is Juneteenth a Holiday?
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us for a presentation for the Juneteenth holiday and learn about the story behind this event.
Computer Literacy | Como Manejar Google Workspace - Gmail
Thu, Jun 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Únete a nosotros para aprender habilidades básicas de Google Workspace en español. Vamos a concentrarnos en Gmail, el programa de correos electrónicos. [Join us to learn Google Workspace basics in Spanish. We will focus on Gmail.]
Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Attend this weekly program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged.
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