Solar Ovens and S’mores

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

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

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

Dacula Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.

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

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville Library Branch for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under.

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

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

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

Lawrenceville Branch

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

Science Library: Hands On - Ecology

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

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.

Wed, Nov 30, 11:00am - 11:45am

Grayson Branch

Get a hands on look at ecology through experiments and activities!

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

Duluth Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

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

Dacula Branch

This program's goal is to introduce children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing.

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

Snellville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.

Simple Science: Sink and Float

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

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

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

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us as we bring science to life through demonstrations and hands-on activities! Ages 3-5. This month we'll look at density and buoyancy with science and water activities.

Open Your World Book Club - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Wed, Nov 30, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online for reading, listening, and discussion of adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.

Let's Talk - Session G

Wed, Nov 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Developing Minds

Wed, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us for an afternoon of fun as we use practical play to incorporate early learning tools for our littlest learners.

Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Library

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

Peachtree Corners Branch

Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments. Excludes Student Holidays and Digital Learning Days.

Family Lego Challenge

Wed, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for an afternoon of LEGO fun! You can build cities, creatures, robots, and more!

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

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.

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

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.

Let's Talk [Session I]

Wed, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Let's Talk!

Wed, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Homework Help at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Wed, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

A meeting for community members wanting to practice their conversational English skills. The participants will have the opportunity to practice their fluency by doing most of the talking, with minimal guidance from the facilitator.

Wed, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science?

Harry Potter Book Club! - via Google Classroom

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

Duluth Branch

Practice English Conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Thu, Dec 01, All day

Virtual

Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!

Local Indie Author Day 2023 - Accepting Book Submissions

Thu, Dec 01, All day

Virtual

Local authors are invited to submit their recent work to share with the community.

Parenting for a Better World - with Professor Ellen Ott Marshall

Thu, Dec 01, All day

Virtual

Join GCPL as Emory University professor Dr. Ellen Ott Marshall discusses her book, "Parenting for a Better World: Social Justice Practices for Your Family and the Planet" and shares practical ways to work towards global justice.

Let's Talk - Session K

Thu, Dec 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of subjects!

English in Your Language - Korean

Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch

A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration required.

Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Five Forks Branch

Stories, Songs, and Rhymes! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you ready to learn.

ABC123 Kindergarten, Here We Come

Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson branch for our Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more, targeted for the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Prepare your child to enter kindergarten by practicing reading skills!

Science Library: Hands On - Ecology

Thu, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

Thu, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:45am

Dacula Branch

Get a hands on look at ecology through experiments and activities!

Thu, Dec 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants. This program will introduce books, baby sign language, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their parent or caregiver.

Pantry Cooking - Cookies in a Jar

Thu, Dec 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Thu, Dec 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Find new ways to incorporate pantry staples into your weekly meal plan. Food Demonstration Included.

LGBTQIA+: Heroes, Icons, Legends, and Events - Randy Shilts

Thu, Dec 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Join us virtually for a presentation on LGBTQIA+ history through various trailblazers and important events.

English in Your Language - Chinese

Thu, Dec 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Kindness Cards

Thu, Dec 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Come make kindness cards for the elderly. The library will send them to a local senior center.

Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Library

Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments. Excludes Student Holidays and Digital Learning Days.

Curious Minds: Why Do We Build Snowmen?

Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Learn about the tradition of building snowmen in the winter and make a little snowman to take home!

Jr. Einstein’s STEAM Ahead

Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

ESL Movie Club

Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

Watch, Discuss and Learn! Join us for our virtual ESL Movie Club to improve your vocabulary, English conversational and listening skills!

STEM-tastic!

Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Join us for some Earth Science inspired activities during this month’s STEM-tastic.

Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Centerville Branch

FULL STEAM AHEAD with us! Join us for STEAM activities geared for K- 2nd graders! This month we will explore snow science! We will make an exploding snowman and a melting snowman.

Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.

Thu, Dec 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.

STEAM Squad - Making Money

Thu, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Thu, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn about the science of manufacturing “paper” money and create your own fabric-based project.

Hello! Bonjour!

Thu, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Introduce viewers to the French language with weekly themes: greetings and introductions, restaurant/cafes, food/cooking, body parts/clothing, travel, family, occupations/hobbies, weather, learning games and review.

Math Club

Thu, Dec 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Math club will help students learn basic math concepts and improve their skills as they play fun, interactive math games to develop critical thinking skills and boost student confidence through teamwork and collaboration.

Sight Word Bingo - Pre K - 3rd Grade

Thu, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch

Come challenge yourselves to Sight Word bingo!

Alzheimer & Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Thu, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us at the Dacula Branch to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for your loved ones with Alzheimer’s.

Lithophane 3D Printing : Christmas Ball Ornament

Thu, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us at the Duluth Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration is required.

Hello! Konnichiwa!

Thu, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn basic Japanese with a fluent speaker!

Thu, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Centerville Branch

Join the Learning Labs as we learn how to prepare and print a customizable Ball Ornament using our 3D printers!

Person to Person Mental Health Support Group

Thu, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join others in the community in a judgment free and encouraging environment to face the difficulties of life. Receive support and resources that can help with a variety of challenges.

Thu, Dec 01, 7:00pm - 7:15pm

Virtual

Soothing stories for your little one before going to bed.

Genealogy Club

Fri, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hamilton Mill Branch

Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to talk about genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree.

Fri, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!

Fri, Dec 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!

Reading Buddies - @ Dacula

Sat, Dec 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Sat, Dec 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dacula Branch

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

Doggie Tales

Sat, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Collins Hill Branch

Children 5-10 are invited to the Collins Hill Branch to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.

Weekend Storytime

Sat, Dec 03, 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.

Snellville Weekend Reading Buddies

Sat, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville branch for Weekend Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available, registration is required.

Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for bilingual storytime! This storytime uses books, music, rhymes and activities in both English and Spanish.

Crystal Snowflakes

Sat, Dec 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn about how snowflakes form and make your own crystal snowflake!

Book Buddies

Sat, Dec 03, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.

Doggie Tales

Sat, Dec 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Children 5-10 are invited to the Peachtree Corners Branch to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.

Intro to 3D Printing

Sat, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn the basics of 3D printing and how to use the Learning Lab's printers for your personal projects!

STEAM Songwriting

Sat, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Please join us in learning the technology behind the music. We will be learning how to record live music into GarageBand and how to write your own song!

This event is full

Canceled

Kids Yoga & Mindfulness

Sun, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Join us for a moment of relaxation. Learn different breathing techniques and an easy yoga flow.

STEAM Songwriting

Sun, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Please join us in learning the technology behind the music. We will be learning how to record live music into GarageBand and how to write your own song!

This event is full

Family Cooking Class: Cookies in a Jar

Sun, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.

Sensory Storytime

Sun, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for an interactive and educational storytime designed for children with sensory integration challenges that combines books, songs, movement, and more!

Sun, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Families will learn how to make Cookies in a Jar together.

Spill Lit - A YA Podcast - Season's Readings

Mon, Dec 05, All day

Virtual

GCPL's own podcast about YA literature!

Parenting for a Better World - with Professor Ellen Ott Marshall

Mon, Dec 05, All day

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Mon, Dec 05, All day

Virtual

Let's Talk - Session A

Mon, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of topics!

English in Your Language - Japanese

Mon, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual

Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Science Library: Hands On - Ecology

Mon, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Mon, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:45am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Get a hands on look at ecology through experiments and activities!

Mondays Preschool Storytime

Mon, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Mon, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy in an interactive way for children ages 3 through 5. Through books, music, rhymes and movement activities to our preschool listeners.

Mon, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Vital Records - The Monthly Genealogy Tip Series

Mon, Dec 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read.

Mon, Dec 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Find out about a different genealogy resource or research tip each month.

Let’s Talk Session B

Mon, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Centerville Branch

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Ready to Read

Mon, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Kids get started learning the ABCs with hands-on activities.

Teen Mental Health Break

Mon, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dacula Branch

Take a mental health break from finals at the Dacula branch!

Mon, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.

Reading Buddies at Grayson

Mon, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.

Mon, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Grayson Branch

Designed for school-age children from 6-10 years old, Reading Buddies allows children to practice their oral reading skills one-on-one by reading out loud to a grown up! Perfect for helping students keep up with or increase their reading abilities.

USA Explorers

Mon, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us on a scavenger hunt to build a map of the United States. This month learn about New England!

Homework Help and Reading Buddies - at the Suwanee Branch

Mon, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Mon, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Bring your homework and get help with reading from volunteers and staff! Homework Help is available for grades K-8.

School Age Science - Learn all About Smell!

Mon, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.

Mon, Dec 05, 5:15pm - 6:15pm

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for our exciting program series exploring science with hands-on experiments!

The Sapphire Sounds Guitar Ensemble

Mon, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Mon, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Sapphire Sounds Guitar Ensemble will perform a selection of Holiday classics and classical music.

Harry Potter Book Club! - via Google Classroom

Mon, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Let’s Talk is a relaxed place for English language learners to practice their skills.

Tue, Dec 06, All day

Virtual

Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!

Tummy Time

Tue, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

For pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers. Playtime for children and time for adults to meet other families in the community.

Let's Talk - Session D

Tue, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Five Forks Branch

Stories, Songs, Rhymes, and Play! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you moving.

Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lilburn Branch

We will use books, music, rhymes, movement and fingerplays to introduce pre-literacy and social skills to our toddlers.

Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!

Tue, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.

Tue, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!

Tiny Tots Storytime

Tue, Dec 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy for babies and young toddlers ages 2 and under. Through simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to our youngest listeners.

Preschool Storytiime

Tue, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!

Open Your World Book Club: - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Tue, Dec 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Let's Talk Session E

Tue, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice English conversation with themes on a variety of topics!

Tue, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online for reading, listening, and discussion of adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.

Legal Resources at the Library

Tue, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Looking for a legal form? Join the library to learn about the legal forms that are available to use and download for personal use.

Tue, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Tue, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.

Rainbow Roundtable

Tue, Dec 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Centerville Branch

The Roundtable is a LGBTQ+ friendly discussion group where we talk about life skills and social awareness issues. This month we will be celebrating LGBTQIA+ representation in holiday movies.

Tue, Dec 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Tue, Dec 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

A meeting for people to practice their conversational English for beginners in a friendly and supportive environment.

Hello! Hola!

Tue, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.

Young Makers - Light-Up Cards

Tue, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Centerville Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8 here at the Centerville Branch. It’s a drop-in session. No registration required.

Tue, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us every month for a fun STEAM project! This month we'll be making paper circuit cards that you can send to a loved one.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Cryptid Creatures Club - via Google Classroom

Tue, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Wed, Dec 07, All day

Virtual

CALLING ALL FANS OF CREEPY CREATURES!

Wed, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

Wed, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dacula Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.

Wed, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville Library Branch for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under.

Wed, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones!

Wed, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Wed, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.

Violinist Storytime

Wed, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya & Ms. Jessica Hoffman as your child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs.

Wed, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

Wed, Dec 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

This program's goal is to introduce children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing.

Open Your World Book Club - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Wed, Dec 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.

Wed, Dec 07, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online for reading, listening, and discussion of adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.

Let's Talk - Session G

Wed, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Teen Anime Book Club

Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us each month to talk about a different anime! This month: Avatar the Last Airbender

Super Science: Snowball Launcher

Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Learn how to make your very own snowball launcher!

Sewing Gift Bags

Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn to sew simple gift bags for any occasion.

This event is full

Bilingual Storytime - English/Spanish

Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Enjoy Spanish stories, songs and learn new words with activities, while building early literacy skills.

Reading Buddies - @ Dacula

Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.

Wed, Dec 07, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

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

Wed, Dec 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.

Let's Talk [Session I]

Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Let's Talk!

Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Homework Help and Reading Buddies - at the Suwanee Branch

Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Bring your homework and get help with reading from volunteers and staff! Homework Help is available for grades K-8.

Homework Help at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science?

Holiday Card Circuits

Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Make your family and friends a light-up holiday card they’ll never forget using circuits!

Book Buddies

Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.

Learning Fun & Easy Japanese

Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Want to learn how to write a few Japanese phrases? This event is for you.

Zenterville Zen Day

Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Come join us at the Centerville Branch for a day of mindful zen activities to help you destress.

Snellville Book Club - Cormac McCarthy’s "All the Pretty Horses"

Wed, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch

Join us to talk about "All The Pretty Horses" by Cormac McCarthy.

Family Storytime

Wed, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca at Grayson for a storytime the whole family can enjoy!

Chess Club

Wed, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. All students and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!

Pajama Storytime

Wed, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Stories, Songs, and Rhymes! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you ready to learn.

Oscarville: The City Buried Under Lake Lanier

Wed, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch

Practice English Conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Wed, Dec 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Adult Programming

Learn about the history of Oscarville, Georgia - a once vibrant and thriving Black community, before they were forced out in 1912.

Let's Talk - Session K

Thu, Dec 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of subjects!

English in Your Language - Korean

Thu, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch

A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration required.

Thu, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Thu, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Five Forks Branch

Stories, Songs, and Rhymes! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you ready to learn.

Thu, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Understanding Developmental Milestones

Thu, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Storytime for youngest learners! Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Thu, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Collins Hill Branch

Child development experts will discuss milestones children should meet from ages birth to five, and what to do if these milestones are not being met. Information and resources will be provided on meeting the milestones.

Norcross Connect: Learn a Foreign Language Month

Thu, Dec 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Celebrate “Learn a Foreign Language Month” while socializing with members of your community. Participants will learn basic phrases in a couple of different languages.

Thu, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

Thu, Dec 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

English in Your Language - Chinese

Thu, Dec 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Thu, Dec 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Transition & the ADA - Disclosure, Documentation, and Workplace Accommodations

Thu, Dec 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual - Adult Programming

Join GCPL and an Employment Consultant from the Job Accommodations Network to learn more about the transition process from school to the world of work.

Dacula Book Club for Adults

Thu, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

Discussion: The Paris Library by Janet Skelsein Charles

I.D.E.A. - Inclusivity. Diversity. Equity. Access.

Thu, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join the Dacula Branch each month for I.D.E.A., a group exploring the inclusivity, diversity, equity, and access of different issues.

Finals Study Break - Ages 12-18

Thu, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

It’s almost time for final exams! Join us at the library and take some time to take a break from studying and de-stress.

Thu, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Thu, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.

Thu, Dec 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) Meeting

Thu, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Hello! Bonjour!

Thu, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Thu, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Join us for our monthly TAC meeting where you can help with library programs and earn volunteer credit! New members are always welcome!

Winter Wonder Trivia

Thu, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Five Forks Branch

Stay warm by testing your knowledge of winter weather and cold climates!

A Night in Whoville

Thu, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Families will enjoy a Dr. Seuss storytime, make Grinch fudge, and learn how to make greeting cards.

GameDev Showcase

Thu, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Duluth Branch

Come to our GameDev Showcase and play the video games created by your fellow community members during our 2022 Game Jam!

Cooking In Season - Winter Vegetables

Thu, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn how to cook the vegetables that are in season to get the freshest food at the lowest cost. This month we’re focusing on winter vegetables and specifically the sweet potato. Come learn how to make a warming curry with sweet potato, carrot, coconut milk, and Thai red curry paste.

Hello! Konnichiwa!

Thu, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn basic Japanese with a fluent speaker!

Evening Edition Appy Hour

Thu, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Enjoy a mocktail and check out our new digital resources Kanopy and Fregal, as well as PressReader right on your tablet or smartphone.

Little Naturalist - Birds in Winter

Thu, Dec 08, 7:00pm - 7:15pm

Virtual

Soothing stories for your little one before going to bed.

Fri, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for our monthly Little Naturalist program! Learn about different aspects of nature and the world around you. This month we'll be talking about birds in winter!

Music & Movement…but make it jolly!

Fri, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a special program that uses music and movement activities to improve your child’s balance, coordination, and rhythm!

Homeschool Hangout - Ages 5-13

Fri, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!

Fri, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Snellville Branch

Homeschool families, come and join us for Homeschool Hangout!

Family LIT Night - Trivia Time

Fri, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!

Editing with iMovie

Fri, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Are you interested in learning how to edit movies? Join us on our Youtube Channel for an introductory crash course in iMovie!

Fri, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Centerville Branch

Join us for an exciting game of Trivia. Have some family fun, and let’s see how much you know about libraries and popular kid tv books that are also movies.

Harry Potter Book Club! - via Google Classroom

Sat, Dec 10, All day

Virtual

Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!

Social Security 101 Workshop - Speak with a Specialist

Sat, Dec 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Sat, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual - Adult Programming

Join GCPL and a Social Security Administration Specialist to learn about retirement benefits, Medicare, and services provided by the Social Security Administration.

Travel Tips - Travel Safety

Sat, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Collins Hill Branch

Traveling Soon? Join us and pick up some travel tips to aid in future travels.

Small Biz HR Series - HR Essentials for Small Businesses and Developing Employees

Sat, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Learn about the HR essentials every employer should know for their small business.

READing Paws

Sat, Dec 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Children 5 - 10 years old can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog.

Wade’s Lego Legacy

Sat, Dec 10, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Wade's Lego Legacy is a celebration of Wade Myers, his love of legos and helping people, on what would be his 18th birthday.

Creating With Cricut - Let's Make Stickers!

Sat, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Norcross Branch

Join us as we explore the basics of designing with Cricut and create your very own custom sticker pack! Registration is required, space is limited.

This event is full

Family Project Saturday: Binary Number Bracelets

Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn the basics of binary numbers by creating a bracelet with your initials in this “Unplugged” computer program.

Art Club - How To Scan and Digitize Your Art

Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Snellville Branch

The basics of graphic design and Photoshop.

Intro to Photography

Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Centerville Branch

Interested in photography? Come learn the basics of lighting, setting up your scene, and operating a camera!

Duluth Middle School Orchestra concert

Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us for a performance by the Duluth Middle School Orchestra, playing the classics to those holiday favorites.

Holiday Read n' Craft

Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Kids will enjoy a day of making their own winter ornaments while enhancing their reading and listening abilities with storytime!

Memory Ornaments for Families

Sat, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children and caregivers! Join us as we create keepsake ornaments of family memories with our button maker.

This event is full

Improve Your Scholarship Essay!

Sat, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us as we learn how to write scholarship essays and what resources the library has to aid you on your college journey!

Yule Ball - Harry Potter Party!

Sat, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a night of well mannered frivolity during this after-hours event at the Dacula Branch!

Letter Camp - J,K,L

Sun, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us at the Dacula Library each month to explore three letters and their sounds.

Recycled Engineering - Ski Lift

Sun, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Use your engineering, problem solving and math skills to design a ski lift chair. Supplies are limited.

Canceled

Hour of Code: Dance Party!

Sun, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Duluth Branch

Code a Dance Party to share with your friends!

Sun, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.

Chess Club

Sun, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Interested in or love chess? This program is for you.

Chess Club

Sun, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment.

English in Your Language - Japanese

Mon, Dec 12, All day

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Let's Talk - Session A

Mon, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of topics!

Homeschool "Libratory"

Mon, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join the Dacula staff for a STEAM program every month for homeschool students and caregivers.

Mon, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual

Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Baby & Me Storytime

Mon, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a special storytime just for babies designed to develop their earliest literacy skills!

Mon, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Rescheduled

Mondays Preschool Storytime

Mon, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

New date Monday, December 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Mon, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Digital Marketing for Young Entrepreneurs

Mon, Dec 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read.

Let’s Talk Session B

Mon, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Centerville Branch

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Ready to Read

Mon, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Kids get started learning the ABCs with hands-on activities.

Canceled

Mon, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Learn the basics of social media marketing and how to reach your target buyers!

Mon, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.

Homework Help and Reading Buddies - at the Suwanee Branch

Mon, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Mon, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Bring your homework and get help with reading from volunteers and staff! Homework Help is available for grades K-8.

Chapter Chat: Tween Book Club - The Secret Garden

Mon, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.

Mon, Dec 12, 5:15pm - 6:15pm

Collins Hill Branch

Join us as for our monthly tween book club! This month's book is "The Secret Garden" by Frances Hodgson Burnett.

Bilingual Storytime

Mon, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs in English and Spanish!

Cricut Studio

Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Have you ever been interested in creating your own vinyl stickers?

Registration opens Sunday, December 4 2022 at 9:00am

Revamp Your Resume

Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Come learn about all the different ways you can fill out your resume with Gwinnett County Public Library's digital resources!

VR Field Trip: Summit Mt. Everest

Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a field trip to Mount Everest in VR and experience some of the world's wonders first hand! All ages welcome!

Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Snellville Tummy Time - Ages 0-24 months

Mon, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Let’s Talk is a relaxed place for English language learners to practice their skills.

Canceled

Observe the Night Sky!

Mon, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Duluth Branch

Explore the night sky with us! Bring your own telescope or share ours!

Tummy Time

Tue, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

For pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers. Playtime for children and time for adults to meet other families in the community.

Tue, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Snellville Branch

An opportunity for parents/caregivers to network and children to play!

Let's Talk - Session D

Tue, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Five Forks Branch

Stories, Songs, Rhymes, and Play! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you moving.

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson branch for our Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more, targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

Second Time Around Book Club

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Help toddlers learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch

Read a book you may have missed, or read a book again. December’s book is Where the Forest Meets the Stars by Glendy Vanderah.

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lilburn Branch

We will use books, music, rhymes, movement and fingerplays to introduce pre-literacy and social skills to our toddlers.

Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!

Tue, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.

Tiny Tots Storytime

Tue, Dec 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Centerville Branch

Novel Crimes Mystery Book Club - "One by One" by Ruth Ware

Tue, Dec 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Tue, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Please join us to help unravel a story of crime and intrigue. This month we'll be discussing "One by One" by Ruth Ware.

Tower Garden Storytime

Tue, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a story time featuring our tower garden then plant seeds.

Let's Talk Session E

Tue, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice English conversation with themes on a variety of topics!

Canceled

Open Your World Book Club: - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Tue, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual

Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online for reading, listening, and discussion of adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.

Rescheduled

Snellville Chess Club

Tue, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Tuesday, December 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

Come join our monthly chess club to learn and play chess.

Snellville Chess Club

Tue, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

Come join our monthly chess club to learn and play chess.

French Club - Le Club Français de la Bibliothèque Grayson

Tue, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Tue, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us for themed French mini-lessons, games, crafts, songs, and more!

Tea and Me

Tue, Dec 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Centerville Branch

Come join us to learn about different kinds of tea recipes to help energize, relax, and soothe. We will also be exploring health and wellness tips that couple with the tea blends we will enjoy.

Homework Help - @ Dacula

Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Homework help from qualified volunteers.

Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Holiday STEM Ornament Challenge

Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

A meeting for people to practice their conversational English for beginners in a friendly and supportive environment.

Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch

Learn about the binary alphabet and craft an ornament all in one great Holiday STEM project.

HML Teen Advisory Council (TAC)

Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us in person for Let's Talk!

Bookworms Book Club

Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Come to our tween book club and discuss the chosen book for each month. A program for kids ages 8-12.

Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Teens are invited to participate in the Teen Advisory Council so they can be a part of local teen community discussions at the library and meet teens from other schools in the area. New members are always welcome!

Edible Chemical Reactions

Tue, Dec 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Discover the world of chemical reactions with hot chocolate as you experiment with some delicious chemistry.

Smart Money & You

Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us at the Dacula Branch to learn about ways to make your money work for you in this monthly series.

Snowflake STEM

Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Let it snow! Come and have fun in this snow-themed, multi-project, STEM program. We will create an awesome crystallized snowflake, experiment with a snowstorm in a jar, and engineer the perfect paper snowflake.

Hello! Hola!

Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.

Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Centerville Branch

ATL Reads Virtual Book Club - "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi

Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Tue, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Adult Programming

This club meets monthly from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For the month of December, we will discuss "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi.

Tue, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

Family Storytime

Tue, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read.

Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dacula Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.

Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville Library Branch for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under.

Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones!

Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Wed, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.

Wed, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Find community with fellow homeschoolers! Make a snow globe for the winter and the holidays.

Wed, Dec 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

This program's goal is to introduce children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing.

Wed, Dec 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.

Candy Cane Engineering - Homeschool Hangout Edition

Wed, Dec 14, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Music & Movement

Wed, Dec 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for this fun program that uses music to show the connection between reading and rhythm!

Let's Talk - Session G

Wed, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Wed, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Duluth Branch

Use your engineering, problem solving and math skills to design a randomly assigned structure that incorporates a candy cane. Registration is Required.

Awesome Art: 3D Art

Wed, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Are you a budding artist (age 5 - 10) interested in 3D art? Join us for this event!

Photo Retouching and Restoration

Wed, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn how to digitize, restore and preserve old photos.

Lego WeDo - Build Robots!

Wed, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice your programming skills AND build robots with Lego WeDo! What does a machine do? How does a machine work? See for yourself and learn the steps it takes to program a machine to work on its own.

Wed, Dec 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.

Let's Talk [Session I]

Wed, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Let's Talk!

Wed, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Homework Help and Reading Buddies - at the Suwanee Branch

Wed, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Wed, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Bring your homework and get help with reading from volunteers and staff! Homework Help is available for grades K-8.

Mini Chefs and Big Chefs: Hand Pies

Wed, Dec 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Grayson Branch

Calling all parents and kids who want to learn about the culinary arts!

Mini Chefs / Big Chefs - Cookies

Wed, Dec 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Grayson Branch

Learn how to make cookies during the chilly winter season, the perfect, comforting, bite-sized treat everyone will love!

Meet Me @ the Library - FFR Schools Music & Sound Night

Wed, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Five Forks Branch

Let’s make music together! Join us at the Five Forks branch to make musical instruments and discuss how sound works.

Intro to 3D Printing - With Prusa Printers

Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Norcross Branch

Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use the Learning Lab’s printers for your personal projects!

Murder With Friends! - A Murder Mystery Book Club

Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about the novel Hercule Poirot's Christmas by Agatha Christie.

Canceled

Intro to 3D Printing - With Prusa Printers

Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Norcross Branch

Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use the Learning Lab’s printers for your personal projects!

Shall We Dance at Duluth?

Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch

All ages are invited to watch, learn, and dance along to ballroom dance which will be introduced by instructors from "Dancing Like a Star."

Meet the Cookbook Author: Tara Teaspoon - Comforting Recipes to Celebrate Together

Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch

Practice English Conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Wed, Dec 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Adult Programming

Join GCPL for a talk with cookbook author Tara Teaspoon as she shares stories, cooking tips, and recipes from her new book, "Delicious Gatherings, A Cookbook For Comforting Recipes To Celebrate Together".

Parenting for a Better World - with Professor Ellen Ott Marshall

Thu, Dec 15, All day

Virtual

Non-Fiction Reviews with Jon - World Series 2021

Thu, Dec 15, 9:00am - 10:00am

Virtual

Join us for this episode of Non-Fiction Reviews with Jon as we give a summary of the DVD “The 2021 World Series.” The DVD goes over the 2021 World Series and the Champion Atlanta Braves.

Sensory STEM - Snowman in a Bag (ages 2-5)

Thu, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Snellville Branch

Come out and make Snowmen in a Bag at Sensory Stem!

Let's Talk - Session K

Thu, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of subjects!

English in Your Language - Korean

Thu, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch

A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration required.

Thu, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Thu, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Five Forks Branch

Stories, Songs, and Rhymes! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you ready to learn.

Thu, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Thu, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Storytime for youngest learners! Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Music and Movement

Thu, Dec 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join us for a fun program that uses music, wiggles and giggles to show the connection between reading and rhythm!

Adult Cozy Mystery Book Club

Thu, Dec 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

Thu, Dec 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Cozy Mystery book. This month’s book is Murder at the Christmas Cookie Bake-Off by Anne Hillerman.

Thu, Dec 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

English in Your Language - Chinese

Thu, Dec 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Thu, Dec 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.

You CAN Eat That - Enjoying Food without Guilt

Thu, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dacula Branch

It is important to eat healthy and mindfully. It is also important to be able to enjoy your food without guilt or pressure to count extra calories.

Upcycling Leftover Textiles

Thu, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

We will be using leftover fabric from clothing that is no longer wearable or repairable to create useful and valuable projects for your home and family.

Book Club with Becca

Thu, Dec 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion on "The Lincoln Highway" by Amor Towles.

Coding Club: Harry Potter Coding Wands!

Thu, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Thu, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join us for our new STEM program highlighting coding technology that will jumpstart your creativity!

Computers for Beginners

Thu, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Let's start with the basics! Please join us for free instructional sessions on how to use computers for beginners. **COMPUTERS WILL BE PROVIDED**

Family Storytime

Thu, Dec 15, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore literacy in an interactive way for families with young children up to 2nd grade. Through engaging books, music, rhymes and movement activities for our listeners.

Thu, Dec 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.

Alzheimer & Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Thu, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!

Zine Workshop: Epilogue

Thu, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us as we guide you through creating a zine based on the theme: Epilogue. Your zine can serve as a comment or a conclusion to your year.

Hello! Bonjour!

Thu, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual

Zenterville Zen Day

Thu, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Centerville Branch

Come join us at the Centerville Branch for a day of mindful zen activities to help you destress.

Math Club

Thu, Dec 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Podcasting 101

Thu, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Are you interested in creating a podcast? Join us as we cover, equipment, recording, editing, and publishing your podcast.

Thu, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us at the Dacula Branch to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for your loved ones with Alzheimer’s.

Social Equity Alliance - "Unruly Women: Race, Neocolonialism, and the Hijab"

Thu, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us at the Duluth Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration is required.

Centerville Chess Club

Thu, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Centerville Branch

Join our monthly chess club! All ages and skill-levels welcome!

Hello! Konnichiwa!

Thu, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn basic Japanese with a fluent speaker!

Sewing Machine Basics

Thu, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Centerville Branch

Do you have an idea for a sewing project, but you're not sure how to use a sewing machine? This program is for you!

This event is full

Thu, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual - Adult Programming

Join GCPL in an open discussion of social issues that affect our community. For the month of December, we discuss the book "Unruly Women: Race, Neocolonialism, and the Hijab with author Falguni A. Sheth" - which explores the racial dynamics of juridical discourses that discipline Muslim women of color and Black Muslim women in the United States.

Authors & Dessert in Duluth - Kimberly Brock, Piper Huguley, and Alayne Smith

Thu, Dec 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us for desserts and beverages with bestselling fiction authors Kimberly Brock, Piper Huguley, and Alayne Smith in conversation with Emmy winner Kolinda Scialabba.

Thu, Dec 15, 7:00pm - 7:15pm

Virtual

Soothing stories for your little one before going to bed.

Fri, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!

Editing with Final Cut Pro

Fri, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!

Fri, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Virtual

Are you interested in learning how to edit movies? Join us on our Youtube Channel for an introductory crash course in Final Cut Pro!

Reading Buddies - @ Dacula

Sat, Dec 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dacula Branch

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

STEAM Storytime

Sat, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us for a science-themed storytime designed especially for your preschooler! Together let’s learn all about building. We will share stories, songs, and provide FUN hands-on learning activities

READing Paws

Sat, Dec 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Children 5 - 10 years old can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog.

Book Buddies

Sat, Dec 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.

Impresiones 3D navideñas - 3D Christmas printing

Sat, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Norcross Branch

Ven y aprende a usar una impresora 3D. Te mostraremos diferentes tipos de objetos navideños que puedes crear en familia para compartir en las fiestas navideñas. Come and learn how to use a 3D printer. We will show you different types of ornaments that you can create with your family to share during the holiday season.

Holiday Recipe Swap!

Sat, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Come and learn about traditions and customs within our community as we celebrate the holidays. Share your favorite holiday recipe and take a new one home to try.

Kwanzaa Made Simple

Sat, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Norcross Branch

Celebrate Kwanzaa with Gwinnett County Public Library and Ms. Rubye Neal, Gwinnett County Community Leader and a Hooper-Renwick School alumna.

Saturday Storytime

Sat, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a weekend storytime the whole family can enjoy!

Spill Lit - A YA Podcast - Don't Judge a Book by Its Movie

Sun, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.

Mon, Dec 19, All day

Virtual

GCPL's own podcast about YA literature!

Mon, Dec 19, All day

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Let's Talk - Session A

Mon, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of topics!

Mon, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Mon, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Happy Holidays Anyhow - Coping with Holiday Grief

Mon, Dec 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read.

Let’s Talk Session B

Mon, Dec 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Centerville Branch

Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!

Mon, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dacula Branch

Holidays can be tough when we feel that someone/something will be missing.

Adult Fiction Book Club

Mon, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Are you eager to talk about your new favorite book? Join us to discuss great books at our Fiction Book Club.

Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club

Mon, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Offsite

Join the Grayson library staff in December for a lively discussion of Miss Julia Takes the Wheel by Ann B. Ross.

Mon, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.

Mon, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Hamilton Mill Book Club

Mon, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us for a lively discussion every month about a book chosen by group members. This month features Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple.

Tue, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Tue, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Tue, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Help toddlers learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.

Tue, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!

Beginner Sewing - Utility Apron

Tue, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!

Baby & Me Storytime

Tue, Dec 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Develop your baby’s pre-literacy skills during this special lap-sit storytime for infants.

Historical Fix Book Club

Tue, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Come join us for our historical fiction book club; this month we will be discussing Alice's Trading Post by Kerry Dean Feldman.

Tue, Dec 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Have you already taken the sewing basics course and want to practice your sewing? Join us to practice what you’ve learned by creating a Utility Apron!

Registration opens Sunday, December 11 2022 at 9:00am

Cooking with Kids - Apple Zucchini Muffins

Tue, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Tue, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us to learn easy, delicious and healthy recipes for kids!

Genealogy Club

Tue, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to talk about genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree.

Escape the Book Club - "Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer"

Tue, Dec 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us for a discussion on the book "Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer" and then see if you have what it takes to solve a crime.

Light up the Holidays

Tue, Dec 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Light up the Holidays, with cultural stories and crafts to celebrate the December holidays: Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah and Winter Solstice

Cryptid Creatures Club - via Google Classroom

Tue, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Moonlighting Book Club

Tue, Dec 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us on the third Tuesday of every month to discuss a preselected book. This month’s Book is The Mistletoe Murder and Other Stories by P.D. James.

Wed, Dec 21, All day

Virtual

CALLING ALL FANS OF CREEPY CREATURES!

Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Collins Hill Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Dacula Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.

Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch

Join us at the Snellville Library Branch for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under.

Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones!

Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!

Canceled

Wed, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

Music and Movement

Wed, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Ready to get those wiggles out? Improve balance, coordination, and rhythm through dance and movement activities.

Wed, Dec 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

This program's goal is to introduce children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing.

Wed, Dec 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.

Family Traditions - Stargazing

Wed, Dec 21, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!

KidsCode: Loops

Wed, Dec 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us and learn important coding concepts while completing a fun assignment!

Wed, Dec 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Have you ever read "Goodnight Moon?" Well, we are going to give you the moon AND the stars in this fun, constellation-filled program.

Thu, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Thu, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Thu, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Storytime for youngest learners! Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!

Thu, Dec 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!

For the Culture - Kwanzaa

Thu, Dec 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Mari Lwyd Welsh New Year

Thu, Dec 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Grayson Branch

What would you do if a decorated horse skull appeared at your door and challenged you to a poetry battle? Join us to learn more about this fascinating Welsh new years tradition called Mari Lwyd.

Thu, Dec 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn about a culture different from your own through history, artwork, and activities. We will be highlighting Kwanzaa! We will learn about its significance and create a Kwanzaa keepsake.

La Llorona Book Club

Thu, Dec 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Participants 16+ are invited to attend our virtual book club that aims to expose younger people to more diverse works of literature.

Thu, Dec 22, 7:00pm - 7:15pm

Virtual

Soothing stories for your little one before going to bed.

Canceled

Page Turners: Diverse Book Club

Fri, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch

Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!

Fri, Dec 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

Participants 13+ are invited to check out a special online series designed to illustrate the importance of treating others with respect and dignity through diverse books. This month: Now That I've Found You by Kristina Forest.

Mon, Dec 26, All day

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Read to Mr. Bunbun

Thu, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Hop on over to the storytime pit to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.