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YA authors Kelly Quindlen & Becky Albertali with J Jackson

A live virtual book conversation online
2020-08-18 19:00:00 2020-08-18 20:00:00 America/New_York YA authors Kelly Quindlen & Becky Albertali with J Jackson To join this LIVE talk visit https://www.decaturbookfestival.com/ Virtual -

Tuesday, August 18
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2020-08-18 19:00:00 2020-08-18 20:00:00 America/New_York YA authors Kelly Quindlen & Becky Albertali with J Jackson To join this LIVE talk visit https://www.decaturbookfestival.com/ Virtual -

To join this LIVE talk visit https://www.decaturbookfestival.com/

YA authors Kelly Quindlen and Becky Albertali will appear in conversation with Atlanta’s own Joshilyn Jackson, the New York Times bestselling author of The Almost Sisters, Never Have I Ever and many others. This talk is free and open to the public.

Kelly's new book is Late to the Party and Becky's new book is Love Creekwood.

Sign up for the GCPL Adult Summer Reading Challenge by visiting http://www.gwinnettpl.beanstack.com. To earn points for watching a program, click on the Challenge Badge link, select the 'Adult 2020: Virtual Talk Series' badge, and add the name of the program you watched.  

AGE GROUP: | Ages 19+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Senior Living | Book Talk | Adults |

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STEM - Science | Science Library: Mechanics - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 10:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join Ms. Mirka for a special tummy time to help your little one build confidence in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! Perfect for pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.
Early Learning | Dinosaurs - Early Learning at the Library
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us for early literacy fun in partnership with Play2Learn and Gwinnett Building Babies Brains! This program will include storytime, music and movement, and early learning activities for children, birth through five and their parents/caregivers.
Cancelled
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Mon, May 04, 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 | Storytime in the Park! - @Alexander Park off Scenic HWY
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
Join us for a fun OUTDOOR storytime experience!
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Mon, May 04, 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.
Early Learning | Family Storytime - International Firefighter Day
Mon, May 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Family Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy in an interactive way.
Cancelled
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, May 04, 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).
Education | Homeschool Hangout - Plant and Animal Cells
Mon, May 04, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Dacula Branch
Did you know that plants and animals have completely different cells? Join us as we learn about what makes these cells unique, and make your own animal cell craft!
Gaming | Chess Club
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Play chess with others and grow your skills! All ages and skill levels are encouraged to participate.
Education | Homework Help
Mon, May 04, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Book Club | Adult Fiction Book Club
Mon, May 04, 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!
STEM - Science | Draw Your Own Planet!
Mon, May 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Planets come in all sizes, colors, and temperatures! Some have rings, wild storms, volcanoes, and even ice oceans. Today you'll invent your very own planet and draw what it looks like.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, May 04, 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 | The Science of Star Wars
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for a look into the (theoretical) science of Star Wars. From lightspeed travel to hydroponic farming, we will see just how much of these movies is actually scientifically possible. May the Fourth be with you!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Register
Writing | Teen Writers Workshop
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Attention aspiring teen writers! Join us for our monthly Writer's Workshop, where we explore different aspects of writing with other teens. This month will focus on understanding ways to plot.
Language Learning | Learn Korean, K-pop style - Children's Day's Games and Activities
Mon, May 04, 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 Children's Day! Come learn some new vocabulary and play traditional Korean games!
Family | Evening Storytime
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us for a special nighttime storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes; pajamas are encouraged! For children of all ages with a caregiver.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Learn the basics of 3D Printing!
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing - With Prusa Slicer
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace
Learn the basics of 3D Printing!
Jobs & Careers | Using AI in Your Job Search
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn about some of the AI tools that you can use in your job search!
Explore the Library | Jedi Academy
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Explore your library by completing the scavenger hunt and receiving your holocron. Trade in your holocron for a chance to take a swing at the Death Star piñata. Will you be the lucky Jedi who destroys the Death Star?
Community | Tummy Time
Tue, May 05, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, May 05, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, May 05, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, May 05, 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.
Early Learning | Early Learning at the Library
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lilburn Branch
Join us for a morning of story, songs, STEM, Math, craft & activities with Building Babies Brains.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, May 05, 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 | Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 11:00am - 11:15am
Virtual
Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!
Cancelled
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 05, 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.
Book Club | Mystery & Crime - Fortune and Glory by Janet Evanovich
Tue, May 05, 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 Fortune and Glory by Janet Evanovich.
Learning Labs | Green Screen Basics
Tue, May 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio
Learn how to shoot and edit video using the green screen to change the appearance of your background location!
Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club
Tue, May 05, 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 May, we will finish reading "Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare.
Register
Education | Homework Help
Tue, May 05, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
Book Club | Lilburn Fiction
Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us for a discussion of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
Gaming | Dungeons and Dragons and Donuts
Tue, May 05, 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 meet like minded teens and solve problems in a short-form campaign.
This event is full
Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids - Pineapple Fluff
Tue, May 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
A cooking program for kids with accompanying adults. Learn how to make a pineapple fluff no-bake dessert.
Registration is now closed
Education | Reading Buddies
Tue, May 05, 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!
Register
Gaming | Revenge of the Fifth
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
In a library far far away in Norcross... Come and learn the art of the lightsaber, make some Yoda soda, and become part of the great sci-fi opera.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, May 05, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Family | Family Storytime - Ninjas
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime the whole family can enjoy together! This month's theme is ninjas. Enjoy books, songs, and make a fun craft! This program is intended for ages 3 and up, with caregiver(s).
Education | Homework Help
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join us for homework help to kids in grades K-8.
Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns
Tue, May 05, 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!
STEM - Science | Slime Fiesta
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Learn about the scientific method by making slime and adding different ingredients to test your hypothesis. Materials available while supplies last. No children under the age of 6.
Gaming | Let's Role - Dungeons & Dragons
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Grayson Branch
Ready for a gaming adventure but looking for a group to play with? Join us as we learn and play Dungeons & Dragons in a short-form campaign.
Learning Labs | Game Makers Group
Tue, May 05, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, May 06, 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 | Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 06, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, May 06, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, May 06, 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.
Cancelled
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Wed, May 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.
Early Learning | Early Learning at the Library
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Meet us for a special morning of early learning with Gwinnett Building Babies' Brains and Play 2 Learn as we gear up for a DINOmite summer!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 06, 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 2-5).
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime Family
Wed, May 06, 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, May 06, 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.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 06, 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!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 06, 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!
Senior Living | The Art of Aging: Crepe Paper Flowers
Wed, May 06, 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. Join us this month and create May crepe paper flowers.
Kindergarten Readiness | Hooray for School!
Wed, May 06, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Hooray for School designed for rising PreK and Kindergarten students! We are building early literacy through letter recognition, writing, and fun activities.
Learning Labs | Cricut Cutting Day
Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Makerspace
Want to use the Cricut? The Learning Lab will be open for anyone to use the Cricut machine. Bring your own materials! First come, first served.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, May 06, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.
Cancelled
Learning Labs | Logo Design with Adobe Illustrator
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Learn to design a logo in Adobe Illustrator.
STEM - Science | DIY Dinosaur Puppets
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Come make a dinosaur puppet while learning about our dino-themed Summer Reading Challenge!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, May 06, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, May 06, 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.
Cancelled
STEM - Science | Super Science - Phase Changes
Wed, May 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us as we explore the science of phase changes and discuss how it works. For ages 6 - 11.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, May 06, 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.
STEM - Technology | AI for Resume Writing
Wed, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Learn how to use AI tools to craft a polished, professional resume that will stand out to employers. This program will cover tips for getting started, customizing content, and using AI responsibly.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Register
Literacy | Literacy Learning: First Steps to Reading
Wed, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for a time of learning focused on reading. Using different fun and engaging ways for children to learn to recognize letters, phonics and short words to prepare for reading.
STEM - Engineering | Lego Challenge - Star Wars
Wed, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us each month for a new Lego Challenge! This month, use your imagination and engineering skills to create legendary planets, starships, and characters from the Star Wars Universe.
Gaming | Chess
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
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!
Learning Labs | Sewing Basics - Ruffles and Frills
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio
A walkthrough of how to gather fabric to create ruffles and frills for your projects.
This event is full
Jobs & Career | Resume Workshop
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room
Looking for a job, and not sure how to create a resume or need to polish your current one? Join us for a resume workshop and learn best practices and tips on resume styles, formatting and creating a winning resume that will stand out to employers. Please bring a physical copy of your resume (drafts accepted) for peer and professional review.
Culinary Arts | Exploring Asian Pacific Cuisine - Budget Friendly Spring Rolls
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Learn to make budget friendly spring rolls common to many Asian Pacific cultures.
Literacy | Reading Buddies Drop-in
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 07, 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 caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 07, 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.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 07, 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.
Cancelled
Early Learning | Early Learning at the Library
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for early literacy fun with Ms. Jaimie 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
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and crafts to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten, this program is designed to meet the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Baby and Me Storytime
Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a special storytime just for babies (pre-walkers), designed to help them feel comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come join us for stories, songs and active play! Different stories and songs to get your little ones to energize and play!
Health & Wellness | Taichi for Wellness
Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Join us for Taichi at the Grayson Senior Center! This progressive Chen Style class introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.
Senior Living | Thrive in Your Hive - A Wellness Program for Seniors
Thu, May 07, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Thrive in Your Hive is a program for seniors. Thriving is a lifelong pursuit! Join us and learn about your health, your community, and your library.
Education | Open Your World - For Adults with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join us virtually each week as we read Bigfoot Crossing by Gail Anderson-Dargatz together! Registration required.
Register
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!
Learning Labs | Intro to Python
Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio
Come learn the basics of the Python coding language! For adults and teens only. Registration required.
This event is full
Environment | Rooted in Georgia - Native Plants You See Every Day
Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Have you ever wondered about the trees, flowers, and shrubs you pass every day on your street, at the park, or along a walking trail? Join us for an engaging and interactive program that will help you understand more about the ecological system in which you live.
Cancelled
Genealogy | Genealogy Club
Thu, May 07, 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.
Computer Literacy | Right My Wrongs - Common Sense Media
Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dacula Branch
Teens play a fast, funny, and thoughtful card game to practice what to do after an online mistake.
Environment | Blooms Away - Seed Bombs for a Wild Garden
Thu, May 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Have a passion for wildflowers? Discover everything there is to know about Georgia's native blooms and find out how you can help them flourish by creating your very own seed bomb!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer. Reading Buddies is for students ages 6-11.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
STEM - Science | Sunscreen Painting
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Why is sunscreen important? Join us to learn why and make your own painting with sunscreen to see how it works outside in the sun!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, May 07, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, May 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Writing | Writer's Club - Theme: Pets
Thu, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Looking for a space dedicated to 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: Pets.
Cancelled
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, May 07, 5:00pm - 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!
STEM - Technology | Magic: The Gathering
Thu, May 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Looking for a fun way to learn & practice STEM skills? Join us for Magic: The Gathering, the world's most popular trading card game! Open to beginners and veterans alike. Rated ages 13+.
Gaming | Chess Workshop - with chess master Dr. Alexey Root
Thu, May 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Learn more about chess in education and play a match with a chess master.
STEM - Mathematics | Math Club
Thu, May 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Math Club will help students learn basic math concepts and improve their skills.
Hobbies | Stitch-a-saurus - Ages 12+
Thu, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Come try your hand at embroidery or counted cross stitch as we create a simple stitched dinosaur pattern.
Jobs & Careers | Speed Job Coaching
Thu, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Looking to build your career skills? Join us for a quick introduction to a variety of industries.
Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen
Thu, May 07, 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 to reap the full benefits!
Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, May 08, 9:00am - 9:20am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime geared for babies, ages 0-2 and their grown-ups!
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Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!
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Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, May 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.
Early Learning | Purposeful Play
Fri, May 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
Purposeful Play helps children develop many skills. Children develop stronger language, gross motor, fine motor, social skills, and many more.
Learning Labs | Machine Embroidery Basics
Fri, May 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Makerspace & Recording Studio
Learn everything you need to get started with machine embroidery!
Writing | Self Publishing Workshop
Fri, May 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Learn more about how to self-publish your story.
Learning Labs | Podcasting for your Business
Fri, May 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio
Learn the basics of making a podcast to promote your business!
Author Talk | Tiffany D. Cross
Fri, May 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join author Tiffany D. Cross as she discusses her book, "Love, Me," a timely affirmation for Black women in a world that has undervalued them for centuries.
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Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Culinary Arts | Lilburn's Little Chefs
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lilburn Branch
Learn hands-on simple cooking activities for little ones to teach them basic kitchen safety, hygiene, and healthy eating habits, while developing essential skills. For children 3-8 years old and their caregivers.
Culture | Hopper's Travel Adventures - Japan
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for a cultural storytime with Hopper and Ms. Nikki as we learn about Japan! This program is intended for children, ages 3-6, and their accompanying adult(s).
Jobs & Careers | Ace Your Interview
Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us for a beginner-friendly session on interview preparation. We'll cover common interview questions, tips for answering confidently, and strategies to make a lasting impression.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Centerville Branch
Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use the Learning Labs printers for your personal projects!
STEM - Science | XSTEM - Connecting Kids to Hands-On STEM Resources
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
XSTEM is a hands-on workshop where students ages 6-11 explore science, technology, engineering, and math through fun, interactive activities led by high school student volunteers. Each session will feature a different activity.
Learning Labs | Advanced Sewing - Make Fabric Flowers
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio
Practice your sewing machine skills with a colorful seasonal project.
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Jobs & Careers | Resume Creation - Spotlight on Learning Express Library
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Need to create a resume and not sure where to start? Let the library help by walking you through a free library resource available with your library card!
Early Learning | Gear Up for Summer Storytime!
Sat, May 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Let's get ready for incoming summer fun with a storytime! Sing, dance, listen to stories, and learn about the library's annual Summer Reading Challenge (SRC) and how your little ones can earn prizes for reading all summer long! After storytime families can pre-register for SRC 2026.
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