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Duluth Chess Tournament
2022-11-05 14:00:00 2022-11-05 16:00:00 America/New_York Duluth Chess Tournament Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Test your chess skills against fellow players in the 5th Annual Duluth Chess Tournament. Sign up required. For School Age children. Duluth Branch -

Saturday, November 05
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-11-05 14:00:00 2022-11-05 16:00:00 America/New_York Duluth Chess Tournament Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Test your chess skills against fellow players in the 5th Annual Duluth Chess Tournament. Sign up required. For School Age children. Duluth Branch -

Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Test your chess skills against fellow players in the 5th Annual Duluth Chess Tournament. Sign up required. For School Age children.

Here are the chess tournament rules. This tournament is to test you skill with other school age children. Prizes will be 3D trophies printed from the library's 3D printers.

Rules

*Matches: 15 minutes,

*To win a match players need to Checkmate or get the most points (By capture). 

  *Pawn = 1 Point                         *Rook= 5 Points

*Bishop/Knight= 3 Points            *Queen= 9 Points

Sign up is required. Max 16 players. Walk ons are welcomed if there’s space. 


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The tournament is being held at the Duluth branch. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Teens/TAC | Children | Chess |

Duluth Branch
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Mon, Dec 05 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 06 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
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Sat, Dec 10 10:00AM to 5:00PM
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Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch
Stories, Songs, and Rhymes! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you ready to learn.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 15, 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, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Storytime for youngest learners! Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Music and Movement
Thu, Dec 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join us for a fun program that uses music, wiggles and giggles to show the connection between reading and rhythm!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Adult Cozy Mystery Book Club
Thu, Dec 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Cozy Mystery book. This month’s book is Murder at the Christmas Cookie Bake-Off by Anne Hillerman.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Dec 15, 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, Dec 15, 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.
English in Your Language - Chinese
Thu, Dec 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
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Canceled
You CAN Eat That - Enjoying Food without Guilt
Thu, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
It is important to eat healthy and mindfully. It is also important to be able to enjoy your food without guilt or pressure to count extra calories.
Eating Disorder Support for the Holidays
Thu, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Coping strategies for those who may deal with complex feelings around eating and body image during a time when meals are often center-stage.
Upcycling Leftover Textiles
Thu, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
We will be using leftover fabric from clothing that is no longer wearable or repairable to create useful and valuable projects for your home and family.
Book Club with Becca
Thu, Dec 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion on "The Lincoln Highway" by Amor Towles.
Reading Buddies Program
Thu, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Coding Club: Harry Potter Coding!
Thu, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us for our new STEM program highlighting coding technology that will jumpstart your creativity!
Computers for Beginners
Thu, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Let's start with the basics! Please join us for free instructional sessions on how to use computers for beginners. **COMPUTERS WILL BE PROVIDED**
Family Storytime
Thu, Dec 15, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore literacy in an interactive way for families with young children up to 2nd grade. Through engaging books, music, rhymes and movement activities for our listeners.
Snellville Reading Buddies
Thu, Dec 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.
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Homework Help
Thu, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Zine Workshop: Epilogue
Thu, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us as we guide you through creating a zine based on the theme: Epilogue. Your zine can serve as a comment or a conclusion to your year.
Hello! Bonjour!
Thu, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Introduce viewers to the French language with weekly themes: greetings and introductions, restaurant/cafes, food/cooking, body parts/clothing, travel, family, occupations/hobbies, weather, learning games and review.
Zenterville Zen Day
Thu, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Come join us at the Centerville Branch for a day of mindful zen activities to help you destress.
Young Makers - Super Stop Motion
Thu, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Join us for a new STEAM project! This month will be working together to create short animated videos. Registration is required, and space is limited.
Math Club
Thu, Dec 15, 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.
Podcasting 101
Thu, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Are you interested in creating a podcast? Join us as we cover, equipment, recording, editing, and publishing your podcast.
Alzheimer & Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Thu, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Branch to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for your loved ones with Alzheimer’s.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at the Duluth Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration is required.
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Centerville Chess Club
Thu, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Centerville Branch
Join our monthly chess club! All ages and skill-levels welcome!
Hello! Konnichiwa!
Thu, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn basic Japanese with a fluent speaker!
Sewing Machine Basics
Thu, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Centerville Branch
Do you have an idea for a sewing project, but you're not sure how to use a sewing machine? This program is for you!
This event is full
Social Equity Alliance - "Unruly Women: Race, Neocolonialism, and the Hijab"
Thu, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Adult Programming
Join GCPL in an open discussion of social issues that affect our community. For the month of December, we discuss the book "Unruly Women: Race, Neocolonialism, and the Hijab with author Falguni A. Sheth" - which explores the racial dynamics of juridical discourses that discipline Muslim women of color and Black Muslim women in the United States.
Authors & Dessert in Duluth - Kimberly Brock, Piper Huguley, and Alayne Smith
Thu, Dec 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us for desserts and beverages with bestselling fiction authors Kimberly Brock, Piper Huguley, and Alayne Smith in conversation with Emmy winner Kolinda Scialabba.
Goodnight Gwinnett - Bedtime books for kids...
Thu, Dec 15, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Virtual
Soothing stories for your little one before going to bed.
Transition & the ADA (American with Disabilities Act ) - Disclosure, Documentation, and Workplace Accommodations
Fri, Dec 16, All day
Virtual
Learn more about the transition process from school to the world of work.
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Babies and Tots Storytime
Fri, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!
Editing with Final Cut Pro
Fri, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Virtual
Are you interested in learning how to edit movies? Join us on our Youtube Channel for an introductory crash course in Final Cut Pro!
Reading Buddies - @ Dacula
Sat, Dec 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.
STEAM Storytime
Sat, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for a science-themed storytime designed especially for your preschooler! Together let’s learn all about building. We will share stories, songs, and provide FUN hands-on learning activities
READing Paws
Sat, Dec 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Children 5 - 10 years old can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog.
Book Buddies
Sat, Dec 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.
Impresiones 3D navideñas - 3D Christmas printing
Sat, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch
Ven y aprende a usar una impresora 3D. Te mostraremos diferentes tipos de objetos navideños que puedes crear en familia para compartir en las fiestas navideñas. Come and learn how to use a 3D printer. We will show you different types of ornaments that you can create with your family to share during the holiday season.
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Holiday Recipe Swap!
Sat, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Come and learn about traditions and customs within our community as we celebrate the holidays. Share your favorite holiday recipe and take a new one home to try.
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Kwanzaa Made Simple
Sat, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Celebrate Kwanzaa with Gwinnett County Public Library and Ms. Rubye Neal, Gwinnett County Community Leader and a Hooper-Renwick School alumna.
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a weekend storytime the whole family can enjoy!
Reading Buddies
Sun, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.
Spill Lit - A YA Podcast - Don't Judge a Book by Its Movie
Mon, Dec 19, All day
Virtual
GCPL's own podcast about YA literature!
Science Library: Logic - via Google Classroom
Mon, Dec 19, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
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Let's Talk - Session A
Mon, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
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Toddler Time
Mon, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for toddlers this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read.
Let’s Talk Session B
Mon, Dec 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Happy Holidays Anyhow - Coping with Holiday Grief
Mon, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Holidays can be tough when we feel that someone/something will be missing.
Adult Fiction Book Club
Mon, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Are you eager to talk about your new favorite book? Join us to discuss great books at our Fiction Book Club.
Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club
Mon, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Offsite
Join the Grayson library staff in December for a lively discussion of Miss Julia Takes the Wheel by Ann B. Ross.
Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.
Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Hamilton Mill Book Club
Mon, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a lively discussion every month about a book chosen by group members. This month features Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple.
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 20, 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, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Help toddlers learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!
Baby & Me Storytime
Tue, Dec 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Develop your baby’s pre-literacy skills during this special lap-sit storytime for infants.
Historical Fix Book Club
Tue, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Come join us for our historical fiction book club; this month we will be discussing Alice's Trading Post by Kerry Dean Feldman.
Beginner Sewing - Utility Apron
Tue, Dec 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Have you already taken the sewing basics course and want to practice your sewing? Join us to practice what you’ve learned by creating a Utility Apron!
Registration opens Sunday, December 11 2022 at 9:00am
Reading Buddies Program
Tue, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Cooking with Kids - Apple Zucchini Muffins
Tue, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us to learn easy, delicious and healthy recipes for kids!
Genealogy Club
Tue, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to talk about genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree.
Escape the Book Club - "Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer"
Tue, Dec 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us for a discussion on the book "Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer" and then see if you have what it takes to solve a crime.
Light up the Holidays
Tue, Dec 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Light up the Holidays, with cultural stories and crafts to celebrate the December holidays: Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah and Winter Solstice
Reading Buddies
Tue, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Moonlighting Book Club
Tue, Dec 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us on the third Tuesday of every month to discuss a preselected book. This month’s Book is The Mistletoe Murder and Other Stories by P.D. James.
Cryptid Creatures Club - via Google Classroom
Wed, Dec 21, All day
Virtual
CALLING ALL FANS OF CREEPY CREATURES!
Transition & the ADA (American with Disabilities Act ) - Disclosure, Documentation, and Workplace Accommodations
Wed, Dec 21, All day
Virtual
Learn more about the transition process from school to the world of work.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Toddler Time
Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2 and Under
Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville Library Branch for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Toddler Time
Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones!
Toddler Time
Wed, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Canceled
Preschool Storytime!
Wed, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Music and Movement
Wed, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Ready to get those wiggles out? Improve balance, coordination, and rhythm through dance and movement activities.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
This program's goal is to introduce children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 to 5
Wed, Dec 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 21, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
KidsCode: Loops
Wed, Dec 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us and learn important coding concepts while completing a fun assignment!
Family Traditions - Stargazing
Wed, Dec 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Have you ever read "Goodnight Moon?" Well, we are going to give you the moon AND the stars in this fun, constellation-filled program.
Hamilton Mill Reading Buddies
Wed, Dec 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 22, 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, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Storytime for youngest learners! Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Reading Buddies Program
Thu, Dec 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Mari Lwyd Welsh New Year
Thu, Dec 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grayson Branch
What would you do if a decorated horse skull appeared at your door and challenged you to a poetry battle? Join us to learn more about this fascinating Welsh new years tradition called Mari Lwyd.
For the Culture - Kwanzaa
Thu, Dec 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn about a culture different from your own through history, artwork, and activities. We will be highlighting Kwanzaa! We will learn about its significance and create a Kwanzaa keepsake.
La Llorona Book Club
Thu, Dec 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Participants 16+ are invited to attend our virtual book club that aims to expose younger people to more diverse works of literature.
Goodnight Gwinnett - Bedtime books for kids...
Thu, Dec 22, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Virtual
Soothing stories for your little one before going to bed.
Canceled
Babies and Tots Storytime
Fri, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!
Page Turners: Diverse Book Club
Fri, Dec 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Participants 13+ are invited to check out a special online series designed to illustrate the importance of treating others with respect and dignity through diverse books. This month: Now That I've Found You by Kristina Forest.
Science Library: Logic - via Google Classroom
Mon, Dec 26, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
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Hamilton Mill Reading Buddies
Wed, Dec 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Read to Mr. Bunbun
Thu, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Hop on over to the storytime pit to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.
Goodnight Gwinnett - Bedtime books for kids...
Thu, Dec 29, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Virtual
Soothing stories for your little one before going to bed.
Lego Club
Sat, Dec 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a morning of lego fun on the 2nd Saturday of every month! Children, ages 5 & up, can build cities, creatures, robots, and more.
Noon Year's Eve Storytime
Sat, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
Kids celebrate the New Year at noon!
Harry Potter Book Club! - via Google Classroom
Sun, Jan 01, All day
Virtual
Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Harry Potter Book Club! - via Google Classroom
Tue, Jan 03, All day
Virtual
Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!
Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 03, 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.
Meet the Mouse! - from "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie"
Tue, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Five Forks Branch
Calling all mice* ~ join us for a special storytime!
Don't Break the Chain
Tue, Jan 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us at the Peachtree Corner branch to learn about the motivational technique called “Don’t break the Chain”
The Wordsmith Society - Write Your Novel in a Year!
Tue, Jan 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a creative writing adventure! No experience is needed.
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Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Meet the Mouse! - from "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie"
Tue, Jan 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Calling all mice* ~ join us for a special storytime!
Meet the Mouse! - from "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie"
Wed, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Calling all mice* ~ join us for a special storytime!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Homeschool Hangout - All About Ice
Wed, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Grayson Branch
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us at the Grayson Branch for a fun, hands-on STEM lesson each month and meet other homeschoolers in your community! Learning levels geared towards children ages 6-13.
Meet the Mouse! - from "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie"
Wed, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Dacula Branch
Calling all mice* ~ join us for a special storytime!
Meet the Mouse! - from "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie"
Wed, Jan 04, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Collins Hill Branch
Calling all mice* ~ join us for a special storytime!
Super Science: Rocket Cars
Wed, Jan 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Learn how to make your very own rocket car!
Hamilton Mill Reading Buddies
Wed, Jan 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Video Game Physics with Unity
Wed, Jan 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Norcross Branch
Come learn how physics works in video games by creating a small game. Registration is required.
Chess Club
Wed, Jan 04, 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!
Local Indie Author Day 2023 - Accepting Book Submissions
Thu, Jan 05, All day
Virtual
Local authors are invited to submit their recent work to share with the community.
ABC123 Kindergarden Here We Come
Thu, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Get ready for kindergarten by learning your letters,numbers,and other skills.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 05, 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.
Senior Living - BrainBoosters!
Thu, Jan 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Stimulate your brain with games, puzzles, conversation, and camaraderie. Learn about health, community, library, and technology resources.
Choose Your Own Path: A Coded Adventure (Part 1)
Thu, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
In this monthly STEM program, you will learn how to code your own "Adventure story"!
ESL Movie Club
Thu, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
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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Edible DNA
Thu, Jan 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Explore your DNA, the genetic blueprint of life, using candy!
Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers Support Group
Thu, Jan 05, 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, Jan 05, 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.
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Goodnight Gwinnett - Bedtime books for kids...
Thu, Jan 05, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Virtual
Soothing stories for your little one before going to sleep.
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Babies and Tots Storytime
Fri, Jan 06, 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!
Doggie Tales
Sat, Jan 07, 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.
Canceled
[Test] Recreating Classic Games in Unity - Space Invaders
Sat, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
[Please don't publish this event!] Learn how to remake the game Space Invaders in the Unity game engine.
Genealogy Club
Sat, Jan 07, 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!
Create Your Own Podcast - Gear, Process, and Publishing
Sat, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Centerville Branch
Are you interested in starting a podcast? Register for our 2-hour workshop where we cover equipment, recording/editing, and publishing your podcast.
Family Yoga
Sat, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a kid-friendly yoga session to learn basic yoga poses and mindfulness exercises to keep you grounded and healthy in the new year!
Canceled
[Test] Recreating Classic Games in Unity - Space Invaders
Sun, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
[Please don't publish this event!] Learn how to remake the game Space Invaders in the Unity game engine.
MPK Chess Club
Sun, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment.
Being Vegan 101
Sun, Jan 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Start the new year by switching to the vegan lifestyle
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