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Open Your World Book Club:

for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

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.

To register click here

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Needs | Book Club |

Virtual
Hours
Mon, Jan 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jan 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jan 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jan 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jan 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sat, Jan 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sun, Jan 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Virtual events are hosted online. See event description for links to livestreams or videos.

Upcoming events

Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Sat, Jan 28, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Universal Scribbles: Winter Wonderland
Sat, Jan 28, All day
Virtual
Calling all teen writers and artists. Join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is Winter Wonderland. Registration Required.
Register
Accessing Consumer Reports
Sat, Jan 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Consumer Reports contains ratings and reviews for 9000+ products and services, and you can access these all for free through the Gwinnett County Public Library.
Homework Help
Sat, Jan 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
How To File Taxes For Self Employed Before Buying a Home
Sat, Jan 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Self Employed and want to buy a home? Learn how to file your taxes and get pre-approved for a loan to become to a homeowner!
National Seed Swap Day
Sat, Jan 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us for the 2nd Annual Seed Swap at the Duluth Branch. Learn from a Master Gardener, participate in a seed swap, and have your gardening questions answered by an expert!
READing Paws
Sat, Jan 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Children 5 - 10 years old can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog.
Reading Buddies
Sat, Jan 28, 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.
Introduction to Python Programming - Learn to Code
Sat, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Want to learn how to program? Have you heard of Python and wondered what it’s all about? In this two-day workshop, beginners can get started with the basics of python. Space is limited and registration is required.
This event is full
Teen Entrepreneurship: Podcasting 102
Sat, Jan 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Interested in creating a podcast? Join us as we cover equipment basics, audience growth strategies, and earning opportunities.
Registration is now closed
Lunar New Year Celebration
Sat, Jan 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Lunar New Year is an Asian tradition welcoming in a new year and honoring ancestors. Please join us for a free, family-friendly Lunar New Year event celebrating the arrival of the Year of the Rabbit.
(Paper) Airplane Science
Sat, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dacula Branch
Learn about how airplanes fly before learning different ways to make paper airplanes.
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a weekend storytime the whole family can enjoy!
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Sun, Jan 29, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Universal Scribbles: Winter Wonderland
Sun, Jan 29, All day
Virtual
Calling all teen writers and artists. Join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is Winter Wonderland. Registration Required.
Register
Introduction to Python Programming - Learn to Code
Sun, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Want to learn how to program? Have you heard of Python and wondered what it’s all about? In this two-day workshop, beginners can get started with the basics of python. Space is limited and registration is required.
This event is full
Reading Buddies
Sun, Jan 29, 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.
Create a Puzzle for National Puzzle Day
Sun, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Celebrate National Puzzle Day by creating your own puzzle at Peachtree Corners Library.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Mon, Jan 30, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Universal Scribbles: Winter Wonderland
Mon, Jan 30, All day
Virtual
Calling all teen writers and artists. Join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is Winter Wonderland. Registration Required.
Register
Science Library: Food Science - via Google Classroom
Mon, Jan 30, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Register
Spill Lit - A YA Podcast - Reading Riddles
Mon, Jan 30, All day
Virtual
GCPL's own podcast about YA literature!
Let's Talk
Mon, Jan 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.
Register
English in Your Language: Japanese
Mon, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Toddler Time
Mon, Jan 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.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Jan 30, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we enjoy music and movement and explore early literacy by reading interactive stories. Plus encouraging positive early social skills for children ages 3 - 5.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 30, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Designed for children ages 3-5!
Let’s Talk
Mon, Jan 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Reading Buddies @Peachtree Corners
Mon, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading with a Reading Buddy!
Homework Help
Mon, Jan 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.
Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club
Mon, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Offsite
A crime, a disappearance, or a mysterious happening—if trouble’s brewing, it may be on our menu! This month’s selection is 56 Days by Catherine Ryan Howard.
Seollal: Lunar New Year
Mon, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Let’s celebrate Korean New Year together!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grayson Branch
Reading Buddies allows children to practice their oral reading skills one-on-one by reading out loud to a grown up! Perfect for sharing the joy of books and helping students sharpen their reading abilities. For elementary school children, ages 6-10 years.
K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math Club
Mon, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Duluth Branch
K - 2nd graders come and build your math skills with games, technology, and lots of fun!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
Homework Help and Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors
Let's Talk
Mon, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us in person for Let's Talk on Mondays!
Homework Help
Mon, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Reading Buddies at Norcross
Mon, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Norcross Branch
Join us at the Norcross Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration required.
Letter Camp
Mon, Jan 30, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us on our letter and phonic journey as we learn to identify, sound, and engage with words using the world around us! ages 3-5
Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Pajama Storytime
Mon, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a special nighttime storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes... pajamas are encouraged! For children of all ages with a caregiver.
Hello! Hola! - Session A
Mon, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Jan 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Let’s Talk is a relaxed place for English language learners to practice their skills.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Tue, Jan 31, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Universal Scribbles: Winter Wonderland
Tue, Jan 31, All day
Virtual
Calling all teen writers and artists. Join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is Winter Wonderland. Registration Required.
Register
Tummy Time
Tue, Jan 31, 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, Jan 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversations on a variety of topics.
Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Help toddlers learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.
Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 31, 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.
Storytime Live! - via Google Meets
Tue, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Jana for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 3 and under.
Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 31, 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.
Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 31, 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.
Preschool Storytiime
Tue, Jan 31, 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!
Eating Smart, Being Active - Nutrition and Food Tasting Workshop Series
Tue, Jan 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join GCPL and Gwinnett, Newton, & Rockdale County Health Departments for a free 8-week nutrition class weekly on Tuesdays (January 10 - February 28). Registration required.
This event is full
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Jan 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Tiny Tots Storytime! Where we read stories and enjoy music & movement for our youngest listeners; babies and young toddlers ages 2 & under.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 31, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Storytimes promote the early literacy skills that help children become ready to read with stories, games and songs!
Homeschool Hangout- Simple Sewing 101
Tue, Jan 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Norcross Branch
This beginner-level program will teach you how to thread your machine, create basic stitching, and sew a simple pillowcase. Please bring in a yard of cotton fabric for your pillowcase.
Let's Talk - Session E
Tue, Jan 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Practice English conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
Register
Movie Night with Your Library Card - Social Media Bite
Tue, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 3:05pm
Virtual
Don’t know what to watch? Check out a great classic flick on Kanopy, now available for free with your library card!
Open Your World Book Club: For - Adults & Teens w/ Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Tue, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Five Forks Branch
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.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 31, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Homework Help
Tue, Jan 31, 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.
Homework Help
Tue, Jan 31, 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.
English in Your Language - Spanish
Tue, Jan 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English for beginners in a friendly and supportive environment.
Budding Authors' Writing Club
Tue, Jan 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Are you interested in creative writing but just don't know where to begin? Then join our Budding Authors' Writing Club!
Homework Help
Tue, Jan 31, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Homework Help
Tue, Jan 31, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Stop by the Dacula Branch and receive homework help from qualified volunteers.
Homework Help
Tue, Jan 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross 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 Norcross Branch. It’s a drop-in session.
Hello! Hola!
Tue, Jan 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Simple Sewing 101
Tue, Jan 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
This beginner-level program will teach you how to thread your machine, create basic stitching, and sew a simple pillowcase. Please bring in a yard of cotton fabric for your pillowcase.
Hello! ¡Hola! Session C
Tue, Jan 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Citizenship Civics Test Prep
Tue, Jan 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us in your journey towards U. S. citizenship in this FREE 7 week course learning the civics portion of the citizenship test while working on English reading and writing skills.
Homework Help @ Centerville Branch
Tue, Jan 31, 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.
LinkedIn for Job Search - New Year - New Job - New Career
Tue, Jan 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Are you in the market for changing your job or career? Get the latest job search tips from Gregg Burkhalter "The LinkedIn Guy".
Harry Potter Book Club! - via Google Classroom
Wed, Feb 01, All day
Virtual
Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Wed, Feb 01, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Cryptid Creatures Club - via Google Classroom
Wed, Feb 01, All day
Virtual
CALLING ALL FANS OF CREEPY CREATURES!
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 01, 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. For individual children and their accompanying adult(s).
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2 and Under
Wed, Feb 01, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 to 5
Wed, Feb 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 01, 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.
Open Your World Book Club - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Wed, Feb 01, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online to read, listen, and discuss adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
Homeschool Hangout - African American Aviators
Wed, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grayson Branch
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us at the Grayson Branch for a fun, hands-on STEM lesson about aviation, learn about African American aviators throughout history, and meet other homeschoolers in your community!
Office Hours - Peachtree Corners Learning Lab
Wed, Feb 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Stop by and discover the Learning Labs.
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 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.
Super Science: Build a Bridge
Wed, Feb 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Come learn what makes bridges work! Help build a bridge in this exciting STEM challenge.
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 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.
Intro to 3D Printing
Wed, Feb 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Duluth Branch
Interested in learning how to 3D print in the Learning Labs? Join us for a crash course in the history and uses of 3D printing and discover how you can print 3D models on your own!
Hamilton Mill Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 01, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! 15-30 minute sessions will be offered on Wednesday nights from 5-7 pm.
Homework Help at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Wed, Feb 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.
Homework Help and Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Reading Buddies at Norcross
Wed, Feb 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Norcross Branch
Join us at the Norcross Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration required.
Chess Club
Wed, Feb 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!
Adult D.E.A.R: Books by Black Authors
Wed, Feb 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us at the Centerville branch for our Adult D.E.A.R. program. Join us for another session where this month's theme is books by black authors!
Wellness Wednesday: February is Self-Love Month
Wed, Feb 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for Wellness Wednesday where you will learn techniques that will have measurable effects on calming anxiety and relieving stress.
Interpreting Slavery at Museums and Historic Sites - A talk with professor Jodi Skipper
Wed, Feb 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming
Join author and professor Jodi Skipper as she discusses her book, "Behind the Big House: Reconciling Slavery, Race, and Heritage in the U.S. South".
Local Indie Author Day 2023 - Accepting Book Submissions
Thu, Feb 02, All day
Virtual
Local authors are invited to submit their recent work to share with the community.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Thu, Feb 02, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Let's Talk - Session H
Thu, Feb 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of subjects!
Register
ABC123 Kindergarden Here We Come
Thu, Feb 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Get ready for kindergarten by learning your letters,numbers,and other skills.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 02, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee 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!
English in Your Language (Korean)
Thu, Feb 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration required.
Register
Food Matters: Mediterranean Salads!
Thu, Feb 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
In honor of National Heart Month, let’s talk about this heart-healthy approach to eating while we prepare some delicious salads to enjoy.
Toddler Time
Thu, Feb 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join Ms. Lisbet at the Norcross branch for our Storytime! Features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more, targeted for the developmental needs of Toddlers, ages 1-3, and their caregivers.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 02, 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 02, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
English In Your Language - Chinese
Thu, Feb 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Learn and practice basic conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Senior Living - BrainBoosters!
Thu, Feb 02, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Stimulate your brain with games, puzzles, conversation, and camaraderie. Learn about health, community, library, and technology resources.
Open Your World Book Club - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Thu, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online to read, listen, and discuss adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
Register
Choose Your Own Path: A Coded Adventure (Part 2)
Thu, Feb 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
In this monthly STEM program, you will learn how to code our your own adventure story!
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 02, 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.
Homework Help at Hamilton Mill Public Library
Thu, Feb 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
ESL Movie Club
Thu, Feb 02, 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!
Register
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 02, 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.
Jr. Einstein’s STEAM Ahead: DIY Cloud-dough
Thu, Feb 02, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for STEAM activities geared for PreK- 2nd graders! This month we will learn to make our own playdough from simple and safe household projects.
Stem-tastic!
Thu, Feb 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for some Black History Month inspired activities during this month’s STEM-tastic.
Meals and Music - Recipes Inspired by African American Music Tradition
Thu, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come listen to music and make meals linked to African Americans! We’ll explore music such as Jazz, Folk, Hip-hop, and Rock. Recipes will be pulled from the cookbook "Meals, Music, and Muses" by Alexander Smalls.
Hello! Bonjour!
Thu, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Learn and practice beginner level French in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Let's Talk [Session I]
Thu, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Let's Talk!
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Teen Life - Budgeting Skills
Thu, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a teen-centered program that offers insight and tips on how to create budgets and manage finances.
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross 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 Norcross Branch. It’s a drop-in session.
Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers Support Group
Thu, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Branch to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for you and your loved ones with Alzheimer’s.
Black History Trivia
Thu, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Five Forks Branch
Test your knowledge of important Black figures, historical moments, and achievements in this all-ages program to celebrate Black History Month. The winning team will receive a small prize.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Feb 02, 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 required.
Register
Cooking in Season - Winter Fruits
Thu, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn how to cook with fruits that are in season to get the freshest food at the lowest cost.
Pasta Cooking Class
Thu, Feb 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Come and learn how to make pasta with some sauce ingredients from our Tower Garden.
Goodnight Gwinnett - Bedtime books for kids...
Thu, Feb 02, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Virtual
Soothing stories for your little one before going to sleep.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Fri, Feb 03, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Sat, Feb 04, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Homework Help
Sat, Feb 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Reading Buddies
Sat, Feb 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.
Weekend Storytime
Sat, Feb 04, 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.
Bilingual Storytime
Sat, Feb 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for bilingual storytime!
Doggie Tales
Sat, Feb 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Duluth Branch
Children are invited to read to a trained friendly dog registered with Therapy Dogs International. Reading materials are based on a monthly theme.
Editing with iMovie for Teens
Sat, Feb 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Centerville Branch
Are you an aspiring content creator interested in learning how to edit movies? Join us in the Learning Lab for an introductory crash course in iMovie!
Digitizing Family Photos
Sat, Feb 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn how you can use library equipment to make a digital archive of your treasured photos.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Sun, Feb 05, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Black History Month: : African American Folklore
Sun, Feb 05, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Duluth Branch
In honor of Black History Month, renowned storyteller, Sharyn Riggs will render several captivating narratives that embody the African American experience.
Young Makers - Paper Circuits
Sun, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come learn about circuits for kids with paper circuits! Registration required.
This event is full
Kids Mindfulness & Yoga
Sun, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxing hour of mindfulness and yoga for beginners.
Reading Buddies
Sun, Feb 05, 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.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Mon, Feb 06, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Science Library: Ornithology - via Google Classroom
Mon, Feb 06, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Register
Let's Talk
Mon, Feb 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.
Register
English in Your Language: Japanese
Mon, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Toddler Time
Mon, Feb 06, 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. For individual children and their accompanying adult(s).
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 06, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we enjoy music and movement and explore early literacy by reading interactive stories. Plus encouraging positive early social skills for children ages 3 - 5.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Feb 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville 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).
Let’s Talk
Mon, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
The "Wonder" of Kindness
Mon, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
In honor of Random Act of Kindness Day (February 17), join us at the Five Forks branch to discuss the book “Wonder,” by R.J. Palacio. We will learn about random acts of kindness, and how kids can be kind in their communities.
Poem Reading Trails
Mon, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Caregivers and kids follow a trail of poems and read them together, then end up with your own poetry booklet!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 06, 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
Mon, Feb 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.
K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math Club
Mon, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Duluth Branch
K - 2nd graders come and build your math skills with games, technology, and lots of fun!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
Homework Help and Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors
Let's Talk
Mon, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us in person for Let's Talk on Mondays!
Homework Help
Mon, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Reading Buddies at Norcross
Mon, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Norcross Branch
Join us at the Norcross Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration required.
For the Culture: Black Artists
Mon, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn about a culture different from your own through history, art works, and activities. We will be highlighting Black visual artists! We will learn about Black past and present day artists. While learning to create a piece in their style.
Letter Camp
Mon, Feb 06, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us on our letter and phonic journey as we learn to identify, sound, and engage with words using the world around us! ages 3-5
Chinese & Korean T-Shirt Calligraphy
Mon, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch
Join us to learn basic Chinese and Korean calligraphy and understand how this traditional culture helps with your daily meditation at home.
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Hello Hola! - Session A
Mon, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Let’s Talk is a relaxed place for English language learners to practice their skills.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Tue, Feb 07, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Tummy Time
Tue, Feb 07, 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, Feb 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversations on a variety of topics.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 07, 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. Ages 2 and under.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Help toddlers learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 07, 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.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 07, 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.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 3 and under.
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 07, 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.
Preschool Storytiime
Tue, Feb 07, 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!
Eating Smart, Being Active - Nutrition and Food Tasting Workshop Series
Tue, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join GCPL and Gwinnett, Newton, & Rockdale County Health Departments for a free 8-week nutrition class weekly on Tuesdays (January 10 - February 28). Registration required.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Library storytimes promote the 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, Feb 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Tiny Tots Storytime! Where we read stories and enjoy music & movement for our youngest listeners; babies and young toddlers ages 2 & under.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 07, 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, Feb 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Practice English conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
Register
Novel Crimes Mystery Book Club - All Her Little Secrets
Tue, Feb 07, 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 "All Her Little Secrets" by Wanda M. Morris.
Open Your World Book Club: For - Adults & Teens w/ Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Tue, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Five Forks Branch
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.
Genealogy Club
Tue, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to talk about genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree. Bring your laptop, research papers, and brick walls!
Reading Buddies
Tue, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 07, 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.
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 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.
Rainbow Roundtable
Tue, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
The Roundtable is a LGBTQIA+ friendly discussion group where we talk about life skills and social awareness issues.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity in a one-on-one setting with an adult helper. Registration is required. Space is limited and a waiting list will be available.
Rose Day
Tue, Feb 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dacula Branch
Join the Dacula staff and learn how to create foam roses using a diy pattern.
English in Your Language - Spanish
Tue, Feb 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English for beginners in a friendly and supportive environment.
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Stop by the Dacula Branch and receive homework help from qualified volunteers.
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross 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 Norcross Branch. It’s a drop-in session.
Teen Sewing Club
Tue, Feb 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us every month for a new sewing project – practice your sewing skills and learn brand new ones!
Hello! Hola!
Tue, Feb 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Hello! ¡Hola! Session C
Tue, Feb 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Citizenship Civics Test Prep
Tue, Feb 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us in your journey towards U. S. citizenship in this FREE 7 week course learning the civics portion of the citizenship test while working on English reading and writing skills.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Feb 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Homework Help @ Centerville Branch
Tue, Feb 07, 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.
Snellville Chess Club
Tue, Feb 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch
Come join our monthly chess club to learn and play chess.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Wed, Feb 08, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 08, 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!
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 08, 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. For individual children and their accompanying adult(s).
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2 and Under
Wed, Feb 08, 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.
T-Shirt Design for Teen Entrepreneurs
Wed, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us as we explore the Cricut Maker while creating custom t-shirt designs and discussing teen entrepreneurship.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.
Homeschool Hangout
Wed, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Find community with fellow homeschoolers! This months activity: Make a kite
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 08, 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!
Preschool Time
Wed, Feb 08, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 08, 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, Feb 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a fun program that uses music, wiggles, and giggles to show the connection between reading and rhythm! This program is designed for kids, ages 3 and up. Space can be limited and will be on a first-to-arrive basis.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 to 5
Wed, Feb 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
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
Wed, Feb 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online to read, listen, and discuss adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
Homeschool Hangout - Black History Trivia
Wed, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Duluth Branch
This Black History Trivia program will help to enhance the knowledge of homeschooled students of some important facts pertaining to the African American experience.
Office Hours - Peachtree Corners Learning Lab
Wed, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Stop by and discover the Learning Labs.
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 08, 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.
Awesome Art - "Bugging" Out!
Wed, Feb 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Budding artists? Join us! Create art with a variety of materials and methods. (Please dress to be messy!)
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 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.
Un toque de español! A Splash of Spanish
Wed, Feb 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Centerville Branch
Bienvenido a Un toque de español. Estamos sumergiéndonos en cuentos infantiles en español. Welcome to A Splash of Spanish. We are diving into kids' stories in Spanish.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity in a one-on-one setting with an adult helper. Registration is required. Space is limited and a waiting list will be available.
Hamilton Mill Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! 15-30 minute sessions will be offered on Wednesday nights from 5-7 pm.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.
Homework Help at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Wed, Feb 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.
Homework Help and Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Reading Buddies at Norcross
Wed, Feb 08, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Norcross Branch
Join us at the Norcross Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration required.
Historical Heroes: Explorer Matthew Henson
Wed, Feb 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Celebrate Black History month and learn about the Arctic Explorer, Matthew Henson. Then try your hand at making a compass.
Sewing Machine Basics
Wed, Feb 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Learn how to use a sewing machine
Registration opens Wednesday, February 1 2023 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a storytime the whole family can enjoy!
SAT/ACT Prep Night
Wed, Feb 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
It is review night for the SAT and ACT exams!
Wellness Wednesday: February is Self-Love Month
Wed, Feb 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for Wellness Wednesday where you will learn techniques that will have measurable effects on calming anxiety and relieving stress.
Trace Your Roots - African American Genealogy
Wed, Feb 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Centerville Branch
Start your African American genealogy research and learn how to navigate challenges like incomplete or non-existent records.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Thu, Feb 09, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Let's Talk - Session H
Thu, Feb 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of subjects!
Register
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 09, 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. Ages 3-5.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Stories ,songs,rhymes and crafts for kids ages 3-5 .
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 09, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee 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!
English in Your Language (Korean)
Thu, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration required.
Register
Rescheduled
Food Matters: Mediterranean Salads!
Thu, Feb 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New date Thursday, February 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
In honor of National Heart Month, let’s talk about this heart-healthy approach to eating while we prepare some delicious salads to enjoy.
Toddler Time
Thu, Feb 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join Ms. Lisbet at the Norcross branch for our Storytime! Features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more, targeted for the developmental needs of Toddlers, ages 1-3, and their caregivers.
Norcross Connect: Presidential Team Trivia
Thu, Feb 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Socialize with your community and get an early start on your Presidents’ Day celebrations with a game of presidential team trivia. How well do you know our presidents?
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 09, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
English In Your Language - Chinese
Thu, Feb 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Learn and practice basic conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Dacula Book Club for Adults
Thu, Feb 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us live for a friendly book discussion about the debut novel by author Kiley Reid 'Such a fun Age'. We meet on the second Thursday afternoon of every month.
Register
Open Your World Book Club - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Thu, Feb 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online to read, listen, and discuss adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
Register
Candy Heart Coding
Thu, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn about pioneering Black computer scientists with a fun candy experiment.
Curious Minds: Growing Veggies Indoors
Thu, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Did you know that some vegetables will regrow from kitchen scraps? Join us to learn how to regrow potatoes and onions indoors.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Dungeons and Dragons and Donuts (DnDnD)
Thu, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Play DnD while enjoying donuts!
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 09, 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.
Homework Help at Hamilton Mill Public Library
Thu, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 09, 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.
Hello! Bonjour!
Thu, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Learn and practice beginner level French in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Test Your Knowledge on Black History
Thu, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Test your knowledge of Black History in this all-ages program to celebrate Black History Month. Trivia winners will receive small prizes!
Let's Talk [Session I]
Thu, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Let's Talk!
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross 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 Norcross Branch. It’s a drop-in session.
Math Club @ Hamilton Mill
Thu, Feb 09, 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.
Fall in Love With Writing
Thu, Feb 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Centerville Branch
Do you love to read romance? Have you ever thought about writing it or are just interested in the genre at all? Join us at the Centerville branch for our Fall in Love With Writing program where we talk about the art of romance writing.
Romantic Poetry of Latin America in the 20th Century
Thu, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Learn or become acquainted with the different schools of romantic poetry in Latin America through the presentation of key Latin American poets and poems during the 20th century.
Intro to 3D Printing - Cura & LulzBot
Thu, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use the Learning Lab’s printers for your personal projects!
Letters of Love and Family During the Civil War - A talk with author & historian Rita Roberts
Thu, Feb 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch
Rita Roberts discusses her book, "I Can't Wait to Call You My Wife", which honors the voices of African Americans of the Civil War era.
Goodnight Gwinnett - Bedtime books for kids...
Thu, Feb 09, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Virtual
Soothing stories for your little one before going to sleep.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Fri, Feb 10, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Homeschool Hangout - Ages 5 to 13
Fri, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Snellville Branch
Homeschool families, come and join us for Homeschool Hangout!
Babies and Tots Storytime
Fri, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages two and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!
28 Days and the Phases of the Moon
Fri, Feb 10, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Norcross Branch
Bring your family along to learn about the 8 phases of the moon!
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Sat, Feb 11, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Homework Help
Sat, Feb 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Lego Club
Sat, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a morning of lego fun! Children, ages 5 & up, can build cities, creatures, robots, and more. Drop-in and see what you can build with friends or your family! This meeting we’ll design your dream bedroom.
Family Storytime
Sat, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Join in the fun and promote early literacy with the whole family as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children of all ages with a caregiver.
Family Storytime & Craft
Sat, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your family listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
READing Paws
Sat, Feb 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Children 5 - 10 years old can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog.
Empowerment Through the Lens - Using Storytelling to Create Powerful Imagery
Sat, Feb 11, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch
Celebrate Black History Month with the local and nationally-recognized artist duo CreativeSoul Photography. They aren't just photographers, but visual storytellers, redefining the narrative of Black youth in the media and showcasing Black excellence.
Reading Buddies
Sat, Feb 11, 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.
Rescheduled
Career Clinic - Cover Letter Rehab
Sat, Feb 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
New date Saturday, March 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Are your career skills out-of-date, out-of-style, and out-of-touch with the current job market? Join us on February 11 and update your career management skills.
RESCHEDULED Career Clinic - Resume Rehab
Sat, Feb 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Are your career skills out-of-date, out-of-style, and out-of-touch with the current job market? Join us on February 11 and update your career management skills.
Register
Letter Camp
Sat, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Library each month to explore three letters and their sounds.
Southern Cuisine 101: Hushpuppies
Sat, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Come learn the origins of popular southern dishes and how to make them at home yourself!
Testing Secrets: SAT Prep
Sat, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us as we explore the SAT and set effective test-taking goals!
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Sun, Feb 12, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Reading Buddies
Sun, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Interested in or love chess?
MPK Chess Club
Sun, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. Second Sunday of every month.
Code Club: Scratch
Sun, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn to code in Scratch while making a fun hidden-object game.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Mon, Feb 13, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Science Library: Ornithology - via Google Classroom
Mon, Feb 13, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Register
Spill Lit - A YA Podcast - Happily Ever After
Mon, Feb 13, All day
Virtual
GCPL's own podcast about YA literature!
Let's Talk
Mon, Feb 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.
Register
Homeschool Libratory
Mon, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join the Dacula staff for a STEAM program every month for homeschool students and caregivers.
Register
English in Your Language: Japanese
Mon, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Toddler Time
Mon, Feb 13, 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. For individual children and their accompanying adult(s).
Baby & Me Storytime
Mon, Feb 13, 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!
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 13, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we enjoy music and movement and explore early literacy by reading interactive stories. Plus encouraging positive early social skills for children ages 3 - 5.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Feb 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville 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).
Homeschool Libratory
Mon, Feb 13, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Dacula Branch
Join the Dacula staff for a STEAM program every month for homeschool students and caregivers.
Register
Vital Records - The Monthly Genealogy Tip Series
Mon, Feb 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Find out about a different genealogy resource or research tip each month.
LGBTQIA+:Heroes, Icons, Legends, and Events - Gertrude “Ma” Rainey
Mon, Feb 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Join us virtually for a presentation on LGBTQIA+ history through various trailblazers and important events.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Fun with French: Origami
Mon, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Want to learn some French and have fun with crafts at the same time?
Rainbow Roundtable
Mon, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Attention LGBTQIA+ community and allies! Please join us for snacks and open discussion as we learn about history, literature, and other art forms made by members of the LGBTQIA+ community!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 13, 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
Mon, Feb 13, 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.
Reading Buddies at Grayson
Mon, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grayson Branch
Reading Buddies allows children to practice their oral reading skills one-on-one by reading out loud to a grown up! Perfect for sharing the joy of books and helping students sharpen their reading abilities. For elementary school children, ages 6-10 years.
K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math Club
Mon, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Duluth Branch
K - 2nd graders come and build your math skills with games, technology, and lots of fun!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
Homework Help and Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors
Let's Talk
Mon, Feb 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 on Mondays!
Homework Help
Mon, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
School-Age Science - Electricity and Circuits
Mon, Feb 13, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us as we learn about electricity and circuits!
Bilingual Storytime
Mon, Feb 13, 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!
Letter Camp
Mon, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us on our letter and phonic journey as we learn to identify, sound, and engage with words using the world around us! ages 3-5
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Hello Hola! - Session A
Mon, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Let’s Talk is a relaxed place for English language learners to practice their skills.
Gwinnett's African American Historic Preservation - A Community Conversation
Mon, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming
Learn about the Gwinnett Historical Restoration and Preservation Board's efforts around African American historic preservation in Gwinnett County.
Harry Potter Book Club! - via Google Classroom
Tue, Feb 14, All day
Virtual
Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Tue, Feb 14, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Tummy Time
Tue, Feb 14, 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, Feb 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversations on a variety of topics.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 14, 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. Ages 2 and under.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Help toddlers learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 14, 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, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch
Read a book you may have missed, or read a book again. February’s book is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 14, 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.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 3 and under.
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 14, 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.
Preschool Storytiime
Tue, Feb 14, 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!
Eating Smart, Being Active - Nutrition and Food Tasting Workshop Series
Tue, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join GCPL and Gwinnett, Newton, & Rockdale County Health Departments for a free 8-week nutrition class weekly on Tuesdays (January 10 - February 28). Registration required.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Library storytimes promote the 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, Feb 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Tiny Tots Storytime! Where we read stories and enjoy music & movement for our youngest listeners; babies and young toddlers ages 2 & under.
Baby & Me Storytime
Tue, Feb 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Develop your baby’s pre-literacy skills during this special lapsit storytime for infants. This program will introduce books, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their parent or caregiver. Using movement activities and baby sign language, infants will discover a variety of ways to interact with others!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 14, 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, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Practice English conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
Register
Open Your World Book Club: For - Adults & Teens w/ Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Tue, Feb 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Five Forks Branch
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.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 14, 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.
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 14, 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.
Sweets with your Sweetie! - Beignet Edition
Tue, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Bring your sweetie and learn a quick dessert you can make at home.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity in a one-on-one setting with an adult helper. Registration is required. Space is limited and a waiting list will be available.
Family Traditions - Cooking Basics
Tue, Feb 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Collins Hill Branch
Caretakers and students! Come as a team to learn how to cook new recipes! Each week we will learn and practice a new technique.
USA Explorers
Tue, Feb 14, 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 the Great Plains!
English in Your Language - Spanish
Tue, Feb 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English for beginners in a friendly and supportive environment.
French Club - Le Club Français de la Bibliothèque Grayson
Tue, Feb 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us for themed French mini-lessons, games, crafts, songs, and more!
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Stop by the Dacula Branch and receive homework help from qualified volunteers.
Bilingual Book Club
Tue, Feb 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us Bilingual Book Club where we will discuss the book, más allá / Afterlife by Isabel Allende in both English and Spanish.
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross 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 Norcross Branch. It’s a drop-in session.
Balloon Cars
Tue, Feb 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Can you make the fastest car? Learn about the laws of motion and then apply them by designing a car using common household items. You can even race your friends for speed and distance!
Hello! Hola!
Tue, Feb 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Hello! ¡Hola! Session C
Tue, Feb 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Citizenship Civics Test Prep
Tue, Feb 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us in your journey towards U. S. citizenship in this FREE 7 week course learning the civics portion of the citizenship test while working on English reading and writing skills.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Feb 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Homework Help @ Centerville Branch
Tue, Feb 14, 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.
Snellville Science - Zip Lines
Tue, Feb 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us as we explore the science behind zip lines.
Camera Club - Light Painting
Tue, Feb 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Want to see how to use light as a paintbrush in your photos? We will be creating visual effects while learning about balancing light sources and controlling slow shutter speeds.
Date Night at the Library
Tue, Feb 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dacula Branch
Join the Dacula Branch staff for a fun date night at the library.
Register
Family Music & Movement
Tue, Feb 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Hey, kids! Bring your parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles to this fun program that uses music to show the connection between reading and rhythm! All ages welcome!
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Wed, Feb 15, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Cryptid Creatures Club - via Google Classroom
Wed, Feb 15, All day
Virtual
CALLING ALL FANS OF CREEPY CREATURES!
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 15, 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!
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 15, 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. For individual children and their accompanying adult(s).
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2 and Under
Wed, Feb 15, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.
Music and Movement
Wed, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Ready to get those wiggles out? Improve balance, coordination, and rhythm through dance and movement activities.
Math Club *Registration* - Crazy 8's
Wed, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Math club starting soon! Register Now!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 15, 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!
Preschool Time
Wed, Feb 15, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 15, 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!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 to 5
Wed, Feb 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 15, 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.
Open Your World Book Club - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Wed, Feb 15, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online to read, listen, and discuss adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
Office Hours - Peachtree Corners Learning Lab
Wed, Feb 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Stop by and discover the Learning Labs.
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 15, 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.
Hello Annyeonghaseyo! - Basic Korean Conversation Learning
Wed, Feb 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
In this monthly program, we will focus on different vocabulary genres every month and practice sentences and scenarios on our journey of learning Korean!
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 15, 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.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity in a one-on-one setting with an adult helper. Registration is required. Space is limited and a waiting list will be available.
Hamilton Mill Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! 15-30 minute sessions will be offered on Wednesday nights from 5-7 pm.
Homework Help at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Wed, Feb 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.
Homework Help and Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Historical Heroes: Astronaut Mae Jemison
Wed, Feb 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Explore the stars by learning about NASA, the Space Shuttle, and the first black woman in space, Mae Jemison. Then, make your own space shuttle!
Small Business How To
Wed, Feb 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Do you have a business idea but don’t know how to get it up and running? Come on over to the Centerville branch where we will discuss how to start your small business from registering to launch day!
Unity for Beginners
Wed, Feb 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come learn the basics of the Unity game engine to create a small video game. This challenging class is recommended for teens and older with some coding, computer, and 3D software experience. Registration required.
Wellness Wednesday: February is Self-Love Month
Wed, Feb 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for Wellness Wednesday where you will learn techniques that will have measurable effects on calming anxiety and relieving stress.
Pajama Storytime
Wed, Feb 15, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Learn about letters, animals, and other subjects Expand vocabulary with new words Develop social interaction skills with other children through play.
Murder With Friends! - Our Virtual Murder Mystery Book Club
Wed, Feb 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about the novel The Highway by C J Box.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Thu, Feb 16, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Let's Talk - Session H
Thu, Feb 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of subjects!
Register
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 16, 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. Ages 3-5.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Stories ,songs,rhymes and crafts for kids ages 3-5 .
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 16, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee 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!
English in Your Language (Korean)
Thu, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration required.
Register
Toddler Time
Thu, Feb 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join Ms. Lisbet at the Norcross branch for our Storytime! Features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more, targeted for the developmental needs of Toddlers, ages 1-3, and their caregivers.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 16, 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 16, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
English In Your Language - Chinese
Thu, Feb 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Learn and practice basic conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Senior Living - BrainBoosters!
Thu, Feb 16, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Stimulate your brain with games, puzzles, conversation, and camaraderie. Learn about health, community, library, and technology resources.
Homeschool Hangout - Catapults!
Thu, Feb 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us as we learn about the history and uses of catapults.
Open Your World Book Club - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Thu, Feb 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online to read, listen, and discuss adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
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The Next Chapter - Suwanee Book Club
Thu, Feb 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion on "Project Hail Mary" by Andy Weir.
Simple Sewing: The Basics (Part 1)
Thu, Feb 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Want to learn the basics of using a sewing machine? Then this program is for you!
Reading Buddies
Thu, Feb 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Homework Help at Hamilton Mill Public Library
Thu, Feb 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
ESL Movie Club
Thu, Feb 16, 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!
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Humble Horseshoe Crabs!
Thu, Feb 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Come learn all about the strange and amazing living fossils: horseshoe crabs! Participants will be able to make their own horseshoe crab to take home!
Stem-tastic!
Thu, Feb 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for some Black History Month inspired activities during this month’s STEM-tastic.
All Shades of Love Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 16, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to All Shades of Love Family Storytime! Where we read stories and explore literacy in an interactive way. Through engaging books, music, rhymes and movement activities for our listeners.
Meals and Music - Recipes Inspired by African American Music Tradition
Thu, Feb 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come listen to music and make meals linked to African Americans! We’ll explore music such as Jazz, Folk, Hip-hop, and Rock. Recipes will be pulled from the cookbook "Meals, Music, and Muses" by Alexander Smalls.
Family Traditions Series: Strong Hearts / Happy Hearts!
Thu, Feb 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
In honor of Valentine’s Day, join us for a fun all-things Heart program.
Hello! Bonjour!
Thu, Feb 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Learn and practice beginner level French in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Let's Talk [Session I]
Thu, Feb 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Let's Talk!
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Teen Life - Budgeting Skills
Thu, Feb 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a teen-centered program that offers insight and tips on how to create budgets and manage finances.
Cooking Basics - Chocolate Truffles
Thu, Feb 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch
Learn some basic cooking skills and and put those skills to the test by making chocolate truffles!
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross 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 Norcross Branch. It’s a drop-in session.
Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers Support Group
Thu, Feb 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Branch to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for you and your loved ones with Alzheimer’s.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Feb 16, 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 required.
Register
Intro to 3D Printing - Printing with the Prusa
Thu, Feb 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Suwanee Branch
Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use the Learning Lab’s printers for your personal projects!
Overcome Rejection: Unleash Your Greatness - A talk with inspirational speaker Pastor Dwight Buckner, Jr.
Thu, Feb 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Pastor Dwight Buckner, Jr. discusses his book, "Overlooked", which teaches you how to overcome the feelings of rejection and unleash the greatness that’s locked up inside of you.
Goodnight Gwinnett - Bedtime books for kids...
Thu, Feb 16, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Virtual
Soothing stories for your little one before going to sleep.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Fri, Feb 17, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Babies and Tots Storytime
Fri, Feb 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages two and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Sat, Feb 18, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Homework Help
Sat, Feb 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Reading Buddies
Sat, Feb 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.
Family STEM Saturday
Sat, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lilburn Branch
Enjoy a storytime about a particular natural or physical science theme, then perform an experiment based on that theme.
Great Backyard Bird Count
Sat, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Families are invited to join us in participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count. This annual event invites community scientists (you!) to count birds in our community and send the data to trained scientists for study.
Reading is FUNdamental - Building Speech, Language, and Emergent Literacy Skills
Sat, Feb 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Do you believe that reading is FUNdamental? Would you like to learn how to build your child's speech, language, and emergent literacy skills while reading together? If so, this series is for you!
Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop
Sat, Feb 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn how to assemble and position a rain barrel to collect and store rainwater for use in your landscape.
Register
Genealogy Club
Sat, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to talk about genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree. Bring your laptop, research papers, and brick walls!
Celebrating Katherine Johnson: NASA Computer
Sat, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn about the remarkable life of Katherine Johnson, one of the NASA computers featured in the Hidden Figures story.
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a weekend storytime the whole family can enjoy!
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Sun, Feb 19, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Reading Buddies
Sun, Feb 19, 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.
Read to Mr. Bunbun
Sun, Feb 19, 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.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Mon, Feb 20, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Science Library: Ornithology - via Google Classroom
Mon, Feb 20, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Register
Let's Talk
Mon, Feb 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.
Register
Detective Day
Mon, Feb 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn different investigative techniques in forensic science.
English in Your Language: Japanese
Mon, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Toddler Time
Mon, Feb 20, 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. For individual children and their accompanying adult(s).
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 20, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we enjoy music and movement and explore early literacy by reading interactive stories. Plus encouraging positive early social skills for children ages 3 - 5.
Science Library: Hands On - Ornithology
Mon, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
Norcross Branch
February's Science Library: Hands On is all about birds! Get a hands on look at Ornithology through experiments and activities.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Feb 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
President’s Day Fun @ the Library
Mon, Feb 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a mix of Civics and Physics. Learn about presidents, and try a science experiment using coins.
Fiction Book Club
Mon, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Monthly meeting of the Mountain Park Library Book Club.
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 20, 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.
Trouble's Brewing: Grayson Mystery Book Club
Mon, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Offsite
A crime, a disappearance, or a mysterious happening—if trouble’s brewing, it may be on our menu! This month's selection is A Willing Murder by Jude Deveraux.
Small Biz Series for Teens: Canva
Mon, Feb 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Centerville Branch
Teens can learn more about starting and operating a small business. We can utilize library resources and explore the basics of starting a small business.
K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math Club
Mon, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Duluth Branch
K - 2nd graders come and build your math skills with games, technology, and lots of fun!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
Let's Talk
Mon, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us in person for Let's Talk on Mondays!
Homework Help
Mon, Feb 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Chapter Chat: Tween Book Club - Clean Getaway
Mon, Feb 20, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for trivia and an activity as we take a trip across the country and delve into the past in Clean Getaway by Nic Stone.
Letter Camp
Mon, Feb 20, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us on our letter and phonic journey as we learn to identify, sound, and engage with words using the world around us! ages 3-5
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Hello Hola! - Session A
Mon, Feb 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Feb 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Let’s Talk is a relaxed place for English language learners to practice their skills.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Tue, Feb 21, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Let's Talk - Session D
Tue, Feb 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversations on a variety of topics.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 21, 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. Ages 2 and under.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Help toddlers learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 21, 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.
Toddler Time
Tue, Feb 21, 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.
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
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Canceled
BOOK-A-LIBRARIAN WEEK Job Search
Tue, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Book-a-Librarian appointments provide one-on-one assistance on Job Searching Skills.
Preschool Storytiime
Tue, Feb 21, 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!
Eating Smart, Being Active - Nutrition and Food Tasting Workshop Series
Tue, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join GCPL and Gwinnett, Newton, & Rockdale County Health Departments for a free 8-week nutrition class weekly on Tuesdays (January 10 - February 28). Registration required.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Library storytimes promote the 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, Feb 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Tiny Tots Storytime! Where we read stories and enjoy music & movement for our youngest listeners; babies and young toddlers ages 2 & under.
Science Library: Hands On - Ornithology
Tue, Feb 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Dacula Branch
February's Science Library: Hands On is all about birds! Get a hands on look at Ornithology through experiments and activities.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 21, 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, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Practice English conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
Register
Beginner Sewing
Tue, Feb 21, 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 Potholder
Registration opens Tuesday, February 14 2023 at 9:00am
Reading Buddies
Tue, Feb 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 21, 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.
Cooking with Kids - Chocolate Coconut Truffles
Tue, Feb 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us to learn easy, delicious and healthy recipes for kids!
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 21, 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.
Subs and Dubs Club
Tue, Feb 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Interested in mangas, comics, webtoons, and graphic novels? Join Subs and Dubs Club!
Reading Buddies
Tue, Feb 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity in a one-on-one setting with an adult helper. Registration is required. Space is limited and a waiting list will be available.
Family Traditions - Cooking Basics
Tue, Feb 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Collins Hill Branch
Caretakers and students! Come as a team to learn how to cook new recipes! Each week we will learn and practice a new technique.
Teaching and Living Abroad
Tue, Feb 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Get all the information needed to obtain a valid teaching certificate (TEFL) to teach English abroad.
English in Your Language - Spanish
Tue, Feb 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English for beginners in a friendly and supportive environment.
Historical Heroes: Jimmy Carter, Georgia's Own President
Tue, Feb 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Celebrate President’s Day by remembering the political legacy of Georgia’s own president, Jimmy Carter!
Bookworms Book Club - Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
Tue, Feb 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Come to our tween book club and discuss your favorite books. This month we will talk about the book "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing"
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Stop by the Dacula Branch and receive homework help from qualified volunteers.
Homework Help
Tue, Feb 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross 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 Norcross Branch. It’s a drop-in session.
Family Storytime: Black History Trailblazers
Tue, Feb 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dacula Branch
In recognition of Black History Month please join us at the Dacula Library Branch for a family storytime featuring special guest reader Cedric Floyd!
Marshmallow Challenge
Tue, Feb 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Challenge your engineering skills with the marshmallow tower challenge. Can you build the tallest marshmallow tower, using limited supplies and staying within the time limit?
A date with a new book using Novelist
Tue, Feb 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Need a new book to read? Join the Peachtree Corners branch to learn how Novelist can help your search.
Hello! Hola!
Tue, Feb 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Presidential Team Trivia
Tue, Feb 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Wrap up your Presidents’ Day celebrations with a game of presidential team trivia. How well do you know our presidents?
Hello! ¡Hola! Session C
Tue, Feb 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Citizenship Civics Test Prep
Tue, Feb 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us in your journey towards U. S. citizenship in this FREE 7 week course learning the civics portion of the citizenship test while working on English reading and writing skills.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Feb 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Homework Help @ Centerville Branch
Tue, Feb 21, 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.
Black History and American Cuisine - Soul food
Tue, Feb 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to learn how black history and culture have influenced American cuisine.
Post Pandemic: From Surviving to Thriving
Tue, Feb 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch
Informational meeting to acquaint parents with resources in the schools and community to support the mental well being of their children.
ATL Reads Virtual Book Club - "The Underground Railroad" by Colson Whitehead
Tue, Feb 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming
This club meets monthly on the third Tuesday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For the month of February, we will discuss "The Underground Railroad" by Colson Whitehead.
Moonlighting Book Club
Tue, Feb 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us this month to discuss a book by an African American author in honor of Black History Month. This month’s Book is Benita Renae Jenkins: Diva Secret Agent by Lorisa Bates.
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Wed, Feb 22, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 22, 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!
Toddler Time
Wed, Feb 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2 and Under
Wed, Feb 22, 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.
Homemade Baby Food for Beginners: Session 2
Wed, Feb 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for the second and final session of learning how to make and properly store your own healthy homemade pureés for your little ones aged 6 to 9 months.
Canceled
BOOK-A-LIBRARIAN WEEK Job Search
Wed, Feb 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Book-a-Librarian appointments provide one-on-one assistance on Job Searching Skills.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 22, 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!
Preschool Time
Wed, Feb 22, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 22, 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!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 to 5
Wed, Feb 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
Amazing Bee-Havior: Mason Bees
Wed, Feb 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Buzz on over to the Suwanee Branch to learn about Mason Bees and how they live! We’ll also make a mason bee hotel from recycled materials.
Office Hours - Peachtree Corners Learning Lab
Wed, Feb 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Stop by and discover the Learning Labs.
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 22, 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.
Simple Science - Sense of Hearing
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us as we bring science to life through demonstrations and hands-on activities! Ages 3-5
History Seekers- Feb - Black History Month
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Are you interested in people and events from history that you may not have covered in school? Join the History Seekers as we learn how to be historians and explore the diversity of our past and present.
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 22, 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.
Family LIT Night: Literacy SuperBowl BINGO
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for an exciting game of Literacy BINGO. Have some fun and learn about the various books in our collection.
Let's Electrify! - An Exploration of African American Electrical Engineers
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn about Lewis Latimer and Granville Woods, two pioneers of electrical engineering.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity in a one-on-one setting with an adult helper. Registration is required. Space is limited and a waiting list will be available.
Un Poquito de Español: Fruits
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Want your kids to learn a little bit of Spanish? Our topic this month is Fruits.
Hamilton Mill Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 22, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! 15-30 minute sessions will be offered on Wednesday nights from 5-7 pm.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 22, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.
Homework Help at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Wed, Feb 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.
Homework Help and Reading Buddies
Wed, Feb 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors
Sewing Basics
Wed, Feb 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners 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
Homework Help
Wed, Feb 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Wellness Wednesday: February is Self-Love Month
Wed, Feb 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for Wellness Wednesday where you will learn techniques that will have measurable effects on calming anxiety and relieving stress.
Slam Poetry Night for Beginners!
Wed, Feb 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch
Does poetry sound like fun to you? Get a foot in the door to creative brainstorming and performing!
Pre-Register here for Citizenship Clinic on 2/24 - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Thu, Feb 23, All day
Lilburn Branch
Join us on February 24 from 10 am to 2 pm. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Let's Talk - Session H
Thu, Feb 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of subjects!
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Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 23, 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. Ages 3-5.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Stories ,songs,rhymes and crafts for kids ages 3-5 .
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 23, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee 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!
English in Your Language (Korean)
Thu, Feb 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration required.
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Music and Movement
Thu, Feb 23, 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!
Toddler Time
Thu, Feb 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join Ms. Lisbet at the Norcross branch for our Storytime! Features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more, targeted for the developmental needs of Toddlers, ages 1-3, and their caregivers.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 23, 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.
Canceled
BOOK-A-LIBRARIAN WEEK Job Search
Thu, Feb 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Book-a-Librarian appointments provide one-on-one assistance on Job Searching Skills.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 23, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Pantry Cooking: Instant Pot Lentil Tacos
Thu, Feb 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Find new ways to incorporate pantry staples into your weekly meal plan.
English In Your Language - Chinese
Thu, Feb 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Learn and practice basic conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Open Your World Book Club - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Thu, Feb 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online to read, listen, and discuss adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
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Your Best LIfe Skills Classes - Adults & Teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disability
Thu, Feb 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Pat Satterfield of the Dunamis Educational Foundation presents monthly life skills classes for adults and teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and their family member or caregiver. This month's topic is "Friendship: Making & Keeping Friends."
Your Best Life Skills Classes - Adults & Teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disability
Thu, Feb 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Pat Satterfield of the Dunamis Educational Foundation presents monthly life skills classes for adults and teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and their family member or caregiver. This month's topic is "Friendship: Making & Keeping Friends."
Coding Club: Skiing
Thu, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us for our new STEM program highlighting coding technology that will jumpstart your creativity!
Reading Buddies
Thu, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Dungeons and Dragons and Donuts (DnDnD)
Thu, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Play DnD while enjoying donuts!
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 23, 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.
Homework Help at Hamilton Mill Public Library
Thu, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 23, 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.
Engineers Week - Castles and Catapults
Thu, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Learn about medieval sieges and catapults.
STEAM Squad: 4th Annual Bridge Building Battle
Thu, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us at the Buford - Sugar Hill Branch for our 4th Annual Bridge Building Battle! Enter your bridge for evaluation of overall creativity and weight rating strength.
Hello! Bonjour!
Thu, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Learn and practice beginner level French in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Let's Talk [Session I]
Thu, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Let's Talk!
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Historical Heroes: Dr. James West
Thu, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Celebrate Black History month and learn about the inventor of the microphone, Dr. James West. Then try your hand at making a microphone using everyday items like pencil lead!
Homework Help
Thu, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross 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 Norcross Branch. It’s a drop-in session.
Math Club @ Hamilton Mill
Thu, Feb 23, 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.
Lithophane 3D Printing: Captured Memories
Thu, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Do you have a special photo that you love? Join the Learning Labs as we learn how to prepare and print a Lithophane using our 3D printers!
Centerville Chess Club
Thu, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Centerville Branch
Join our monthly chess club! All ages and skill-levels welcome!
Goodnight Gwinnett - Bedtime books for kids...
Thu, Feb 23, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Virtual
Soothing stories for your little one before going to sleep.
Look Ya - Understanding the Cultural Roots of the Gullah Geechee
Thu, Feb 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming
Learn about the Gullah Geechee people and the deep roots of the culture as Dr. Jessica Berry discusses her book, "The Little Gullah Geechee Book: A Guide for the Come Ya".
Non-Fiction Reviews with Jon - Won't You Be My Neighbor?
Fri, Feb 24, 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual
Join us for this episode of Non-Fiction Reviews with Jon as we give a summary of the documentary DVD “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?”
Citizenship Clinic - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice Atlanta
Fri, Feb 24, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Get free assistance in completing your naturalization application.
Register
Music & Movement
Fri, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for an energetic program that uses music and movement activities to improve your child’s balance, coordination, and rhythm!
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Jana for an interactive virtual storytime!
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Babies and Tots Storytime
Fri, Feb 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages two and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!
Page Turners: Diverse Book Club
Fri, Feb 24, 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: Slay by Britteny Morris.
Homework Help
Sat, Feb 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Artists' Talk: Peachtree Corners Photography Club
Sat, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Come listen to some of the photographers from the Peachtree Corners Photography Club’s "Light Is Hope" exhibition discuss their artistic choices.
READing Paws
Sat, Feb 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Children 5 - 10 years old can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog.
Reading Buddies
Sat, Feb 25, 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.
Intro to Python
Sat, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Duluth Branch
Come learn the basics of the Python coding language!
Trace Your Roots - African American Genealogy
Sat, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Centerville Branch
Start your African American genealogy research and learn how to navigate challenges like incomplete or non-existent records.
A Killer Book Club
Sat, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join our brand new thriller book club, A Killer Book Club, at Hamilton Mill and meet fellow mystery enthusiasts!
Family Storytime - Black History Event
Sat, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville Library branch for a family storytime to recognize Black History Month.
Video Editing - The Three Roles
Sun, Feb 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Did you know that video editors have three main roles while editing? Come learn the three aspects of video editing and how knowing them can help you improve your editing skills.
Sensory Storytime
Sun, Feb 26, 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!
Reading Buddies
Sun, Feb 26, 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.
Science Library: Ornithology - via Google Classroom
Mon, Feb 27, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
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Spill Lit - A YA Podcast - Coretta Scott King Award
Mon, Feb 27, All day
Virtual
GCPL's own podcast about YA literature!
Let's Talk
Mon, Feb 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.
Register
English in Your Language: Japanese
Mon, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Toddler Time
Mon, Feb 27, 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. For individual children and their accompanying adult(s).
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Feb 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we enjoy music and movement and explore early literacy by reading interactive stories. Plus encouraging positive early social skills for children ages 3 - 5.
Science Library: Hands On - Ornithology
Mon, Feb 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
February's Science Library: Hands On is all about birds! Get a hands on look at Ornithology through experiments and activities.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Feb 27, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville 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).
Ready to Read: ABCs
Mon, Feb 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Kids get started learning the ABCs with hands-on activities.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Feb 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 27, 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
Mon, Feb 27, 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.
Reading Buddies at Grayson
Mon, Feb 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grayson Branch
Reading Buddies allows children to practice their oral reading skills one-on-one by reading out loud to a grown up! Perfect for sharing the joy of books and helping students sharpen their reading abilities. For elementary school children, ages 6-10 years.
K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math Club
Mon, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Duluth Branch
K - 2nd graders come and build your math skills with games, technology, and lots of fun!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
Homework Help and Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors
Let's Talk
Mon, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us in person for Let's Talk on Mondays!
Homework Help
Mon, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Reading Buddies at Norcross
Mon, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Norcross Branch
Join us at the Norcross Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration required.
Letter Camp
Mon, Feb 27, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us on our letter and phonic journey as we learn to identify, sound, and engage with words using the world around us! ages 3-5
Self Love Station
Mon, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Show yourself a little love this month and learn how to make a relaxing bath soak as well as how to propagate a plant cutting.
Reading Buddies
Mon, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Pajama Storytime
Mon, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a special nighttime storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes... pajamas are encouraged! For children of all ages with a caregiver.
Hello Hola! - Session A
Mon, Feb 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Pokemon Day!
Mon, Feb 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dacula Branch
Join the Dacula staff to learn how to make Pokemon Corner Bookmarks and Pokeball suncatchers
Hamilton Mill Book Club
Mon, Feb 27, 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 "The Vanishing Half" by Britt Bennett.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Feb 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Let’s Talk is a relaxed place for English language learners to practice their skills.
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