Community I Holiday Bell Concert

Author Talk | Kimberly Stroh

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

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

Fri, Nov 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Test your Atlanta knowledge with trivia and join Atlanta-based author Kimberly Stroh for a lively discussion about her book, 100 Things to Do in Atlanta Before You Die.

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Learning Labs | Simple 3D Modeling

Fri, Nov 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch - Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Makerspace

Learn how to use TinkerCAD to create your own 3D models for 3D printing!

Registration is now closed

Learning Labs | Machine Embroidery Basics

Fri, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Makerspace & Recording Studio

Learn everything you need to get started with machine embroidery!

Learning Labs | 3D Printing Basics

Fri, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace

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

Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics

Fri, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio

A hands-on program showing how to use a sewing machine.

Registration is now closed

Arts | Flower Power Doodles

Sat, Nov 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Norcross Branch

Join us for stories and some fun sing-alongs for an early educational start!

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lilburn Branch

A morning of fun as you unleash your creativity! Doodle, draw, and explore vibrant flowers.

Early Learning | Jungle Storytime

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca on an adventurous storytime exploring the wild animal life in the jungle!

Author Talk | Katy Marshall

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Enjoy a special astronomical storytime with local author, Katy Marshall!

Health & Wellness | Library Play Day - With LiveHealthy Gwinnett

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join LiveHealthy Gwinnett for fun, interactive health lessons, games, and crafts at Library Play Day!

Early Learning | Weekend Storytime

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join Ms. Lisbet for stories, silly dances, and fun songs to engage early learning!

Job & Careers | Leadership Development Workshop

Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Discover who you are as a leader and build skills in initiative, influence, and impact.

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Computer Literacy | Organize Your Email

Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn simple strategies to organize your inbox and manage email more efficiently.

Learning Labs | 3D Printing Basics

Sat, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Makerspace

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

STEM - Engineering | Discover Engineering - Balloon-Powered Car

Sat, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Explore mechanical engineering, then build and test your own balloon-powered car!

Learning Labs | Learning Lab MTG

Sun, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace,Snellville Meeting Room

Create accessories and play the game for a fantastical Magic: The Gathering gaming experience!

Explore the Library | Sip & Learn - DIY Tea Blend

Sun, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Make your own tea blend and design a coaster as you learn about library resources!

Community | Tummy Time

Mon, Nov 16, 10:00am - 10:45am

Dacula Branch

Join us for Tummy Time, a playtime for pre-walking babies and caregivers to connect.

Mon, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join us for tummy time and early literacy fun for babies under 1!

Mon, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for a storytime just for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Community | Baby & Me

Mon, Nov 16, 10:45am - 11:00am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for infant lap-sit storytime with a book, songs, rhymes, and sensory play.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Mon, Nov 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for lap bounces, songs, stories, and play designed just for babies!

Mon, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join Ms.Christina for a storytime just for toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Mon, Nov 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers, ages 3-5.

Language Learning | Conversations In English

Mon, Nov 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join Ms. Elissa for a baby-and-parent storytime featuring fun stories and songs!

Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch

Practice conversational English with non-native speakers.

Cancelled

Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for a special lap-sit storytime for infants. For ages 0-18 months.

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Map Skills

Mon, Nov 16, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to our afternoon Preschool Storytime designed for children ages 4 and 5.

Mon, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join other homeschool families as we learn more about maps.

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

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

Cancelled

Book Club | Trouble's Brewing - "Marble Hall Murders" by Anthony Horowitz

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

One-on-one homework help for grades K-8. Walk-in sessions are on a first come basis.

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Offsite

Join the Grayson Mystery Book Club! If trouble's brewing, it may be on our menu.

STEM - Mathematics | Magic: the Gathering

Mon, Nov 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Come experience Magic: The Gathering with your Centerville community! Open to beginners and experienced players.

Mon, Nov 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy. Grades 1st-5th. Registration required.

Mon, Nov 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

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

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Homework help for kids in grades K-8.

Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Improve everyday English speaking skills through interactive ESL conversations and learning at the library.

Learning Labs | 3D Printing Basics

Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch - Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Makerspace

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

Learning Labs | Graphic Design 101

Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Adobe Illustrator is a great way to create a consistent brand for your growing business.

Health & Wellness | Meditation and Gratitude - Holiday Calm

Mon, Nov 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Learn about and use meditation to find calm and gratitude during the busy holiday season.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

Practice English conversation with other English learners!

Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for storytime and community building for babies and their caregivers.

Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Join us for simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, and movement activities for the little learners.

Cancelled

Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for storytime just for the little ones! For children ages 0-3 and caregivers.

Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for an engaging storytime where children ages 1-2 learn while they play!

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join Ms. Elissa for a storytime designed to target the developmental needs of toddlers.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Toddler Storytime, designed for young toddlers ages 15 months to 3 years old.

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join Ms. Christina for engaging stories, songs, and activities to prepare your preschooler for Kindergarten.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Storytime for babies and toddlers ages 0-2.

Jobs & Careers | Resume Writing 101

Tue, Nov 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join Ms. Nikki for storytime for babies in the pre-walking stage and their caregivers!

Tue, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join our resume-writing session to learn about the different types of resumes.

Learning Labs | Podcasting For Business

Tue, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join us for tummy time and early literacy fun for babies under 1!

Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio

Learn the basics of making a podcast to promote your business!

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Jobs & Careers | Resume Basics

Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn how to effectively showcase your experiences and create a standout resume!

Education | IDD: Open Your World

Tue, Nov 17, 3:15pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Open Your World Book Clubs offer adult IDD readers chances to build their literacy skills.

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Consumer Education | Estate Planning 101

Tue, Nov 17, 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.

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Estate planning is an important step to leave your family in good hands, but learning how to do it properly is key.

Eucation | Reading Buddies

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

Tue, Nov 17, 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! For Kindergarten - 5th graders.

Culinary Arts | Busy Bites

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Come learn a quick dish, Sweet Potato Bisque, at the Centerville Library.

Writing | Writing Circle

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join the Lawrenceville Writing Circle: focus, minimize distractions, and connect with local writers!

Book Club | Stitch & Tell

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Trained volunteers provide free homework help for students in grades K-5.

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Bring your fiber arts project and join the monthly Stitch & Tell book club.

STEM - Mathematics | Islamic Tessellations

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Learn about the geometry behind Islamic mosaic designs called zillij. Try your hand at creating your own tessellation.

Tue, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

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

Gaming | Chess & Checkers

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us for personalized homework help for kids in grades K-8

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Come play and learn more about the classic board games of chess and checkers!

BookTalks | Date With A Book

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch

Find your next great read in just a few minutes.

Senior Living | Alzheimer's Caregiver Support

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Grayson Branch

Navigate caring for those with memory loss together. We provide essential tools and heartfelt support.

Writing | Budding Authors - Teen Writing Club

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us for our teen writers' club to discuss this month's topic: customizing side characters.

Author Talk | Melissa R. Collings

Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Author Melissa R. Collings discusses her new book "The Love Operation."

Early Education | Pajama Storytime

Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us in your pajamas for a special evening storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes!

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join Ms. Nikki for an engaging storytime where children ages 0-2 learn while they play!

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us for a storytime just for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch

Join Ms. Kathy for an engaging storytime where children ages 1-2 learn while they play!

Cancelled

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch

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

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie for storytime with stories, songs, and activities for ages 2 and under.

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Storytime for ages 0-2 with books, music, developmental toys, and songs.

Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children.

Book Club | Swords and Stories - Science Fiction & Fantasy

Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Come join us for themed stories and activities this month!

Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us in discussing this month's selection, "The City We Became" by NK Jemisin.

Early Learning | Music and Movement

Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Storytime for preschoolers ages 3-5.

Wed, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join us as we use music to show the connection between reading and rhythm!

Wed, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch

Join Ms. Kathy for an engaging storytime where children ages 3-5 build kindergarten readiness skills!

Wed, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join us for fun stories, songs, and activities that boost your preschooler's development!

Education | Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Nov 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for tummy time! For babies in the pre-walking stage and their caregivers.

Wed, Nov 18, 12:30pm - 1:05pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Learning Labs | Sewing Pattern Basics

Wed, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Makerspace & Recording Studio

Learn the basics of reading a commercial sewing pattern.

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Native Americans

Wed, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

For Native American Heritage Month, discover how Georgia's Native American tribes have lived.

Senior Living | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support

Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Centerville Branch

Share thoughts and experiences involving the care of your loved ones with Alzheimer's.

Culture | Homeschool Hangout - Indigenous Fruits

Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grayson Branch

Learn about fruits with a long history of use by Native Americans: pawpaw and persimmon.

Learning Labs | Small Business DIY

Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace

Learn how you can grow your creative small business with the Learning Labs' resources!

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Learning Labs | Podcast Your Business

Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Norcross Branch

Get into the podcasting business! Learn how to use our video and audio equipment.

Culture | Navajo Weavings

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

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

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

Learn how Navajo women weave rugs with geometric patterns. We'll do a STEM-related activity.

Cancelled

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

One-on-one homework help for grades K-8. Walk-in sessions are on a first come basis.

STEM - Science | Fall Leaves

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

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

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Discover why leaves change color in the fall and make a wreath with watercolor leaves.

Culinary Arts | Cook this Book

Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Centerville Branch

Did you know some picture books have recipes? Let's cook together!

Hobbies | Awesome Art - Corita Kent

Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Budding artist? Create art with a variety of materials! (Please dress to be messy!)

Cancelled

STEM - Science | Butter Science

Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Collins Hill Branch

Join us as we learn how butter is made.

Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills. Sessions are first come, first served.

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn and practice reading aloud one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy!

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies. Sessions last 30 minutes.

STEM - Science | Pokémon Habitat Explorers

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy. Grades 1st-5th. Registration required.

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch

Learn about Georgia habitats, and figure out what types of Pokémon would live in them.

Education | Cursive Writing

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn how to write in cursive!

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

Wed, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch

Join fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy research and get advice on research.

Learning Labs | Sewing Project - Sleep Mask

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio

Practice your sewing skills by making a sleep mask.

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