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El Regalo de Leer / The Gift of Reading
2020-12-01 13:00:00 2020-12-01 14:00:00 America/New_York El Regalo de Leer / The Gift of Reading Discover the gifts we give to children when we set time to read to our children. Virtual -

Tuesday, December 01
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2020-12-01 13:00:00 2020-12-01 14:00:00 America/New_York El Regalo de Leer / The Gift of Reading Discover the gifts we give to children when we set time to read to our children. Virtual -

Discover the gifts we give to children when we set time to read to our children.

Join us on the GCPL YouTube channel for a bilingual story time and to learn about the gift of reading.

Acompañanos en nuestro channel de GCPL YouTube para un cuento bilingüe y para aprender el regalo de leer. 

AGE GROUP: | Ages 6-11 | Ages 0-5 |

EVENT TYPE: | Literacy | Early Learning |

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Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Mar 25, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Mar 25, 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.
Kingergarten Readiness | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
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 Stations - Spring Season
Wed, Mar 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come join us for stories, songs, and activities to learn about different topics each month!
Health & Wellness | Taichi for Wellness
Wed, Mar 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us for Taichi at the library! This progressive Chen Style class introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah as we explore the letters of the alphabet in a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 2-5).
Learning Labs | Make a Business QR Code Display
Wed, Mar 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio
Want a way to easily link customers to your website? Attend this program to learn how to use the Learning Labs to create a QR Code and engrave it with our Glowforge Laser Cutter!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 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!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Mar 25, 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 | AI Gets Me - Common Sense Media
Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
As AI chatbots become more lifelike, it is easy to blur the lines between the real and virtual worlds. In this workshop, we explore how chatbots differ from human friendships and how to build healthy relationships with technology.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Mar 25, 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! In January, February and March, sessions will run on a first-come, first-served basis.
Early Learning | Un Poquito de Español - A Little Bit of Spanish
Wed, Mar 25, 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!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Mar 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies. Sessions last 30 minutes and are first come first serve.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Mar 25, 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.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Mar 25, 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.
Language Learning | Basic English in Your Language
Wed, Mar 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice English in your language (Spanish) in a welcoming environment. Aprende y practica el Inglés en su idioma (Español) en un ambiente amistoso.
Learning Labs | Make Color Photos Pop
Wed, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio
A demonstration on ways to enhance the colors in your photography using Adobe Photoshop.
Book Club | Genre Jumpers
Wed, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Collaboration Room,Snellville Meeting Room
This in-person book club will explore books from different genres every month. Fiction, Non Fiction, Graphic Novels, Sci-Fi and more. This month's pick is "Allegedly" by Tiffany D. Jackson.
Language Learning | Conversations in English @ the CoOp
Wed, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Wed, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room
Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment.
Book Club | The Love Lit Lounge - A Romance Book Club
Wed, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mountain Park Branch
Frequent visitor of the Romance aisle? Grab a seat and get comfy with your community members as we discuss this month's book selection.
Author Talk | Marissa McFarland
Wed, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join author Marissa McFarland as she discusses her debut novel, "When Goodbyes Begin," a heartfelt, multi-generational story about identity, sacrifice, and coming home.
Book Club | Books on Tap - "The Coworker" by Freida McFadden
Wed, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Offsite
Join us for a unique book club experience at your favorite local growler bar, Exhibit A(le)! This isn't your average book discussion - it's a relaxed, laid-back vibe with craft beer in hand.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Practice English conversations on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Mar 26, 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 | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for Preschool Storytime! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers
Thu, Mar 26, 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.
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Kindergarten Readiness | ABC 123 - Kindergarten, Here we Come!
Thu, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us to celebrate learning our alphabet with stories and early literacy activities!
Early Learning | Baby and Me Storytime
Thu, Mar 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Health & Wellness | Stretch It Out! - Chair Yoga
Thu, Mar 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Socialize with your community while learning a new skill. Come learn about gentle yoga poses that can be done at home in a chair.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Thu, Mar 26, 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!
Community | Women's History Month - Forging the Future: Women Designing for Sustainability
Thu, Mar 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Celebrate Women's History Month with us in honor of the 2026 theme, Forging the Future: Women Designing for Sustainability. We are thrilled to host an inspiring talk from Sagdrina Brown, Jalal 2025 recipient of the Unsung Hero Award by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Mar 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!
Computer Literacy | Ride the Wave - Common Sense Media
Thu, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us to explore the line between belonging and peer pressure in the digital world through a bingo game and reflective discussions, learning strategies to support each other and build stronger connections online and offline.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Mar 26, 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.
Language Learning | Movies In English
Thu, Mar 26, 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!
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STEM - Technology | Code Club
Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Practice coding skills in a social setting with self-guided courses from Fiero Code. Recommended for children ages 8-12.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
Language Learning | Conversation in Korean
Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room
Learn and practice Korean in the heart of the K culture community.
Register
STEM - Science | Ocean Layers
Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Come and learn all about the different layers of the ocean, and make a fun craft to remember them!
Hobbies | Exploring the Loom
Thu, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Create a unique coaster by weaving yarn on a simple cardboard loom - an easy and fun DIY project that combines creativity with upcycled materials. Perfect for beginners and a great way to learn basic weaving techniques!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Mar 26, 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!
Language Learning | Basic English in Your Language
Thu, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice English in your language (Spanish) in a welcoming environment. Aprende y practica el Inglés en su idioma (Español) en un ambiente amistoso.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Learning Labs | Godot Basics Workshop - Make a Clicker Game
Thu, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
In this two-week workshop, you'll get an overview of Godot and how it functions, as well as a few of the more common nodes. Registration is required.
Registration is now closed
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. This is first-come, first-served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Need help with homework? Stop by and receive homework help for grades K-5 from qualified volunteers.
Computer Literacy | Como Manejar una Computadora
Thu, Mar 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
¿Quiere aprender habilidades básicas de computadora? Venga y aprenda cómo manejar una computadora. [Want to learn basic computer skills? Come and learn how to work a computer.]
Book Club | "I Survived" Book Club
Thu, Mar 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
A book club for kids designed to help them get reading by having a fun meeting once per month where we discuss a book from the popular series "I Survived".
Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen
Thu, Mar 26, 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!
Gaming | Chess Club
Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Learn the basics and play chess in a friendly environment.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us to practice your English conversational skills in a fun and welcoming environment! Course content will include a mixture of practicing conversations, exploring American culture, expanding vocabulary, and playing games.
Arts | Comics Club - Creating Characters
Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Learn how to create your own characters and draw them consistently!
Rescheduled
STEM - Engineering | Rome: Engineering
Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Wednesday, March 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Learn how the Romans built bridges and aqueducts across great distances.
Language Learning | Basic Spanish for English Speakers
Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Learn and practice basic Spanish in a friendly environment!
Language Learning | Inglés Básico para Hispanohablantes
Thu, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Aprende inglés en un ambiente acogedor con un hablante fluido.
Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Mar 27, 9:00am - 9:25am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime geared for babies, ages 0-2 and their grown-ups!
Register
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!
Register
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Fri, Mar 27, 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.
Learning Labs | Photo Retouching & Restoration
Fri, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio
Learn how to digitize, restore and preserve old photos.
Culture | Among the Stars - Celebrating Women in Space
Sat, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lilburn Branch
Join us for an out-of-this-world story time and craft featuring amazing women who have traveled to space.
Cancelled
Health & Wellness | Chair Yoga
Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Come bend, stretch, and use breathing techniques in an accessible and gentle yoga class--all without leaving your chair!
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Education | One in Math
Sat, Mar 28, 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.
Gaming | Fortnite Tournament
Sat, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Compete in a Fortnite 1v1 Box Fight Tournament! (Xbox) Players face off in bracket-style competition until one champion remains.
Community | Are You a Librarian? - Film Screening & Talkback
Sat, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Enjoy a film screening of "Are You a Librarian?: The Untold Story of Black Librarians" and join in a talkback session with the documentarian.
STEM - Science | Space Storytime with John Brackett - NASA Solar System Ambassador & Author!
Sat, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Blast off to space with Ms. Becca and NASA Solar System Ambassador John Brackett on this galactic storytime to learn the science of the skies! Featuring fun songs, books about space, and astronomical activities that are sure to be out of this world.
Learning Labs | Student Film Festival
Sat, Mar 28, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Snellville Branch
Enjoy a night out with the best local student films!
Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun
Sun, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Hop on over and share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.
Gaming | Chess & Go
Sun, Mar 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Play the strategy games Go and Chess in a friendly environment.
STEM - Science | Science Library: Myocology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Mar 30, 10:00am - 10:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Early Learning | Preschool Springtime Festival! - @Alexander Park (off Scenic HWY)
Mon, Mar 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Offsite
Join us for a free OUTDOOR Spring Storytime Fest with books, games and activities!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Mar 30, 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 | Baby & Me Storytime
Mon, Mar 30, 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 | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Mar 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Preschool Storytime! Exploring early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.
Finance & Budget | Smart Money for Parents
Mon, Mar 30, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Learn how to budget, save, and plan for you and your children.
Registration is now closed
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Mar 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a special monthly program designed just for infants!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Mar 30, 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).
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Mon, Mar 30, 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!
Education | Homework Help
Mon, Mar 30, 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 - Engineering | Moonbase Challenge!
Mon, Mar 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room
"Lunar Living Starts Here." Come design a moon base with us!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Mar 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Mar 30, 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.
Learning Labs | Arduino Basics Demonstration
Mon, Mar 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio
Learn the basics of Arduino programming in C, creating circuits with breadboards, and program some simple sketches.
Arts | Artist Spotlight - Salvador Dali
Mon, Mar 30, 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!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Mar 30, 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
Community | Knitted Together - A Knitting & Crocheting Meet-Up
Mon, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us in knitting and crocheting while connecting with other community members! All skill levels are welcome.
Education | Homework Help
Mon, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.
Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics
Mon, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace
Learn the basics of using a sewing machine! Registration required, ages 13+.
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