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Google Workspace Basics
2022-11-03 12:00:00 2022-11-03 13:00:00 America/New_York Google Workspace Basics Learn the basics of how to use Google Workspace. Centerville Branch -

Thursday, November 03
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-11-03 12:00:00 2022-11-03 13:00:00 America/New_York Google Workspace Basics Learn the basics of how to use Google Workspace. Centerville Branch -

Learn the basics of how to use Google Workspace.

Want to know some of the ins and outs of using Google Workspace? Have a Gmail account? If so, you have free access to a great tool! Join us each day as we deep dive into multiple topics. Each day’s topic will vary! Laptops are provided but we also encourage you to bring your own if you have one.  


Schedule of topics:

  • Tuesday - What is Google Workspace? Take a Drive Dive
  • Wednesday - Gmail Basics & Tricks
  • Thursday - Google Docs & Sheets Intro

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Teens/TAC | Technology | Computer Classes | Adults |

Centerville Branch
Hours
Mon, Nov 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 01 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 03 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 04 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Science Library: Ecology - via Google Classroom
Mon, Nov 28, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
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Let's Talk - Session A
Mon, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
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Chair Yoga
Mon, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Branch for chair yoga! This program is for all ages with mobility issues to help you move and stretch!
English in Your Language - Japanese
Mon, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
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Toddler Time
Mon, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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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, Nov 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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Let’s Talk Session B
Mon, Nov 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
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Mon, Nov 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Kids get started learning the ABCs with hands-on activities.
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Practice reading with a Reading Buddy!
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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, Nov 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.
Homework Help
Mon, Nov 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Mon, Nov 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Reading Buddies
Mon, Nov 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
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Mon, Nov 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Mon, Nov 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Join us for a lively discussion every month about a book chosen by group members. This month features "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Nov 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Native American Heritage Month - via Google Classroom
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Hit by a Car in iMovie - Presented by GCPL Student Film Fest
Tue, Nov 29, All day
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Use iMovie to make it look like you got hit by a car in your next video project!
Tummy Time
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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, Nov 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Toddler Time
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Toddler Time
Tue, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Toddler Time
Tue, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
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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, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
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Toddler Time
Tue, Nov 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Science Library: Hands On - Ecology
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Get a hands on look at ecology through experiments and activities!
Preschool Storytime
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Tue, Nov 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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Homeschool Hangout: Soapmaking and the Science Behind It
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Let's Talk Session E
Tue, Nov 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Practice English conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
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Open Your World Book Club: - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Tue, Nov 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
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Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Library
Tue, Nov 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Reading Buddies
Tue, Nov 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Homework Help
Tue, Nov 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Snellville Reading Buddies
Tue, Nov 29, 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.
Register
Homework Help - @ Dacula
Tue, Nov 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Homework help from qualified volunteers.
Homework Help
Tue, Nov 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
English in Your Language - Spanish
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Let's Talk
Tue, Nov 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Soap making and the Science Behind It
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Come and learn about saponification, the chemical reaction that creates soap. Participants will make their own bar of soap.
Hello! Hola!
Tue, Nov 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Hello! Hola!
Tue, Nov 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Homework Help
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Reading Buddies
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Join us for a lively discussion every month about a book chosen by group members. This month features Sabrina & Corina by Kali Fajardo-Anstine.
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English in Your Language - Spanish
Tue, Nov 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Toddler Time
Wed, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Wed, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
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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, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Toddler Time
Wed, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Nov 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
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Science Library: Hands On - Ecology
Wed, Nov 30, 11:00am - 11:45am
Grayson Branch
Get a hands on look at ecology through experiments and activities!
Preschool Storytime!
Wed, Nov 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Nov 30, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
This program's goal is to introduce children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 to 5
Wed, Nov 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Nov 30, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Simple Science: Sink and Float
Wed, Nov 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us as we bring science to life through demonstrations and hands-on activities! Ages 3-5. This month we'll look at density and buoyancy with science and water activities.
Open Your World Book Club - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Wed, Nov 30, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online for reading, listening, and discussion of adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
Let's Talk - Session G
Wed, Nov 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Register
Developing Minds
Wed, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Join us for an afternoon of fun as we use practical play to incorporate early learning tools for our littlest learners.
Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Library
Wed, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments. Excludes Student Holidays and Digital Learning Days.
Family Lego Challenge
Wed, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for an afternoon of LEGO fun! You can build cities, creatures, robots, and more!
Homework Help
Wed, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.
Snellville Reading Buddies
Wed, Nov 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.
Register
Let's Talk [Session I]
Wed, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Let's Talk!
Homework Help
Wed, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Let’s Talk
Wed, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
A meeting for community members wanting to practice their conversational English skills. The participants will have the opportunity to practice their fluency by doing most of the talking, with minimal guidance from the facilitator.
Homework Help at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Wed, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science?
Hamilton Mill Reading Buddies
Wed, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! Registration is required!
Let's Talk
Wed, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch
Practice English Conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Harry Potter Book Club! - via Google Classroom
Thu, Dec 01, All day
Virtual
Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!
Local Indie Author Day 2023 - Accepting Book Submissions
Thu, Dec 01, All day
Virtual
Local authors are invited to submit their recent work to share with the community.
Parenting for a Better World - with Professor Ellen Ott Marshall
Thu, Dec 01, All day
Virtual
Join GCPL as Emory University professor Dr. Ellen Ott Marshall discusses her book, "Parenting for a Better World: Social Justice Practices for Your Family and the Planet" and shares practical ways to work towards global justice.
Let's Talk - Session K
Thu, Dec 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of subjects!
Register
English in Your Language - Korean
Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration required.
Register
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch
Stories, Songs, and Rhymes! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you ready to learn.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson branch for our Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more, targeted for the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
ABC123 Kindergarten, Here We Come
Thu, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Prepare your child to enter kindergarten by practicing reading skills!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Science Library: Hands On - Ecology
Thu, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:45am
Dacula Branch
Get a hands on look at ecology through experiments and activities!
Baby Storytime
Thu, Dec 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants. This program will introduce books, baby sign language, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their parent or caregiver.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Dec 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants. This program will introduce books, baby sign language, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their parent or caregiver.
Pantry Cooking - Cookies in a Jar
Thu, Dec 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Find new ways to incorporate pantry staples into your weekly meal plan. Food Demonstration Included.
LGBTQIA+: Heroes, Icons, Legends, and Events - Randy Shilts
Thu, Dec 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Join us virtually for a presentation on LGBTQIA+ history through various trailblazers and important events.
English in Your Language - Chinese
Thu, Dec 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Kindness Cards
Thu, Dec 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Come make kindness cards for the elderly. The library will send them to a local senior center.
Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Library
Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments. Excludes Student Holidays and Digital Learning Days.
Curious Minds: Why Do We Build Snowmen?
Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn about the tradition of building snowmen in the winter and make a little snowman to take home!
Reading Buddies Program
Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
ESL Movie Club
Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Watch, Discuss and Learn! Join us for our virtual ESL Movie Club to improve your vocabulary, English conversational and listening skills!
Register
STEM-tastic!
Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for some Earth Science inspired activities during this month’s STEM-tastic.
Jr. Einstein’s STEAM Ahead
Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Centerville Branch
FULL STEAM AHEAD with us! Join us for STEAM activities geared for K- 2nd graders! This month we will explore snow science! We will make an exploding snowman and a melting snowman.
Homework Help
Thu, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.
Snellville Reading Buddies
Thu, Dec 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.
Register
Homework Help
Thu, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
STEAM Squad - Making Money
Thu, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn about the science of manufacturing “paper” money and create your own fabric-based project.
Hello! Bonjour!
Thu, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Introduce viewers to the French language with weekly themes: greetings and introductions, restaurant/cafes, food/cooking, body parts/clothing, travel, family, occupations/hobbies, weather, learning games and review.
Math Club
Thu, Dec 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Math club will help students learn basic math concepts and improve their skills as they play fun, interactive math games to develop critical thinking skills and boost student confidence through teamwork and collaboration.
Sight Word Bingo - Pre K - 3rd Grade
Thu, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch
Come challenge yourselves to Sight Word bingo!
Alzheimer & Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Thu, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Branch to discuss issues and mental health involving the care for your loved ones with Alzheimer’s.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at the Duluth Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration is required.
Register
Hello! Konnichiwa!
Thu, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn basic Japanese with a fluent speaker!
Lithophane 3D Printing : Christmas Ball Ornament
Thu, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Join the Learning Labs as we learn how to prepare and print a customizable Ball Ornament using our 3D printers!
Person to Person Mental Health Support Group
Thu, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join others in the community in a judgment free and encouraging environment to face the difficulties of life. Receive support and resources that can help with a variety of challenges.
Goodnight Gwinnett - Bedtime books for kids...
Thu, Dec 01, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Virtual
Soothing stories for your little one before going to bed.
Genealogy Club
Fri, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to talk about genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree.
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Babies and Tots Storytime
Fri, Dec 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!
Homework Help
Sat, Dec 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Reading Buddies - @ Dacula
Sat, Dec 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.
Doggie Tales
Sat, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Children 5-10 are invited to the Collins Hill Branch to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Weekend Storytime
Sat, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills to our youngest customers.
Snellville Weekend Reading Buddies
Sat, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville branch for Weekend Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available, registration is required.
Register
Bilingual Storytime
Sat, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for bilingual storytime! This storytime uses books, music, rhymes and activities in both English and Spanish.
Crystal Snowflakes
Sat, Dec 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn about how snowflakes form and make your own crystal snowflake!
Book Buddies
Sat, Dec 03, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.
Doggie Tales
Sat, Dec 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Children 5-10 are invited to the Peachtree Corners Branch to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn the basics of 3D printing and how to use the Learning Lab's printers for your personal projects!
STEAM Songwriting
Sat, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Please join us in learning the technology behind the music. We will be learning how to record live music into GarageBand and how to write your own song!
This event is full
Canceled
Kids Yoga & Mindfulness
Sun, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Join us for a moment of relaxation. Learn different breathing techniques and an easy yoga flow.
STEAM Songwriting
Sun, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Please join us in learning the technology behind the music. We will be learning how to record live music into GarageBand and how to write your own song!
This event is full
Reading Buddies
Sun, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.
Sensory Storytime
Sun, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for an interactive and educational storytime designed for children with sensory integration challenges that combines books, songs, movement, and more!
Family Cooking Class: Cookies in a Jar
Sun, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Families will learn how to make Cookies in a Jar together.
Spill Lit - A YA Podcast - Season's Readings
Mon, Dec 05, All day
Virtual
GCPL's own podcast about YA literature!
Science Library: Logic - via Google Classroom
Mon, Dec 05, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Register
Parenting for a Better World - with Professor Ellen Ott Marshall
Mon, Dec 05, All day
Virtual
Join GCPL as Emory University professor Dr. Ellen Ott Marshall discusses her book, "Parenting for a Better World: Social Justice Practices for Your Family and the Planet" and shares practical ways to work towards global justice.
Let's Talk - Session A
Mon, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
Register
English in Your Language - Japanese
Mon, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Toddler Time
Mon, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Science Library: Hands On - Ecology
Mon, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Get a hands on look at ecology through experiments and activities!
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for toddlers this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Mondays Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy in an interactive way for children ages 3 through 5. Through books, music, rhymes and movement activities to our preschool listeners.
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for toddlers this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read.
Vital Records - The Monthly Genealogy Tip Series
Mon, Dec 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Find out about a different genealogy resource or research tip each month.
Let’s Talk Session B
Mon, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Ready to Read
Mon, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Kids get started learning the ABCs with hands-on activities.
Teen Mental Health Break
Mon, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Take a mental health break from finals at the Dacula branch!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.
Homework Help
Mon, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.
Reading Buddies at Grayson
Mon, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grayson Branch
Designed for school-age children from 6-10 years old, Reading Buddies allows children to practice their oral reading skills one-on-one by reading out loud to a grown up! Perfect for helping students keep up with or increase their reading abilities.
USA Explorers
Mon, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us on a scavenger hunt to build a map of the United States. This month learn about New England!
Homework Help
Mon, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Homework Help and Reading Buddies - at the Suwanee Branch
Mon, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Bring your homework and get help with reading from volunteers and staff! Homework Help is available for grades K-8.
Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
School Age Science - Learn all About Smell!
Mon, Dec 05, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for our exciting program series exploring science with hands-on experiments!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Hello, ¡Hola!
Mon, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
A class for people to learn and practice their conversational Spanish.
The Sapphire Sounds Guitar Ensemble
Mon, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Sapphire Sounds Guitar Ensemble will perform a selection of Holiday classics and classical music.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Let’s Talk is a relaxed place for English language learners to practice their skills.
Harry Potter Book Club! - via Google Classroom
Tue, Dec 06, All day
Virtual
Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!
Tummy Time
Tue, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
For pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers. Playtime for children and time for adults to meet other families in the community.
Let's Talk - Session D
Tue, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch
Stories, Songs, Rhymes, and Play! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you moving.
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lilburn Branch
We will use books, music, rhymes, movement and fingerplays to introduce pre-literacy and social skills to our toddlers.
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Dec 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy for babies and young toddlers ages 2 and under. Through simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytiime
Tue, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read. Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games and sing songs!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Storytimes promote the early literacy skills that help children become ready to read with stories, games and songs!
Let's Talk Session E
Tue, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Practice English conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
Register
Open Your World Book Club: - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Tue, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online for reading, listening, and discussion of adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
Legal Resources at the Library
Tue, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Looking for a legal form? Join the library to learn about the legal forms that are available to use and download for personal use.
Reading Buddies Program
Tue, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Homework Help
Tue, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.
Rainbow Roundtable
Tue, Dec 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Centerville Branch
The Roundtable is a LGBTQ+ friendly discussion group where we talk about life skills and social awareness issues. This month we will be celebrating LGBTQIA+ representation in holiday movies.
Homework Help
Tue, Dec 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
English in Your Language - Spanish
Tue, Dec 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English for beginners in a friendly and supportive environment.
Hello! Hola!
Tue, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Homework Help
Tue, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Centerville Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8 here at the Centerville Branch. It’s a drop-in session. No registration required.
Young Makers - Light-Up Cards
Tue, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us every month for a fun STEAM project! This month we'll be making paper circuit cards that you can send to a loved one.
This event is full
Reading Buddies
Tue, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
English in Your Language - Spanish
Tue, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Cryptid Creatures Club - via Google Classroom
Wed, Dec 07, All day
Virtual
CALLING ALL FANS OF CREEPY CREATURES!
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Toddler Time
Wed, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2 and Under
Wed, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville Library Branch for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under.
Toddler Time
Wed, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones!
Toddler Time
Wed, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.
Violinist Storytime
Wed, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya & Ms. Jessica Hoffman as your child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs.
Preschool Storytime!
Wed, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
This program's goal is to introduce children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 to 5
Wed, Dec 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
Open Your World Book Club - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Wed, Dec 07, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online for reading, listening, and discussion of adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
Let's Talk - Session G
Wed, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Register
Teen Anime Book Club
Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us each month to talk about a different anime! This month: Avatar the Last Airbender
Super Science: Snowball Launcher
Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Learn how to make your very own snowball launcher!
Sewing Gift Bags
Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn to sew simple gift bags for any occasion.
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime - English/Spanish
Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Enjoy Spanish stories, songs and learn new words with activities, while building early literacy skills.
Homework Help
Wed, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.
Reading Buddies - @ Dacula
Wed, Dec 07, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.
Snellville Reading Buddies
Wed, Dec 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.
Register
Let's Talk [Session I]
Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Let's Talk!
Homework Help
Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Let’s Talk
Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
A meeting for community members wanting to practice their conversational English skills. The participants will have the opportunity to practice their fluency by doing most of the talking, with minimal guidance from the facilitator.
Homework Help and Reading Buddies - at the Suwanee Branch
Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Bring your homework and get help with reading from volunteers and staff! Homework Help is available for grades K-8.
Homework Help at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science?
Holiday Card Circuits
Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Make your family and friends a light-up holiday card they’ll never forget using circuits!
Hamilton Mill Reading Buddies
Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! Registration is required!
Book Buddies
Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.
Learning Fun & Easy Japanese
Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Want to learn how to write a few Japanese phrases? This event is for you.
Zenterville Zen Day
Wed, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Come join us at the Centerville Branch for a day of mindful zen activities to help you destress.
Snellville Book Club - Cormac McCarthy’s "All the Pretty Horses"
Wed, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to talk about "All The Pretty Horses" by Cormac McCarthy.
Family Storytime
Wed, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at Grayson for a storytime the whole family can enjoy!
Chess Club
Wed, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. All students and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!
Pajama Storytime
Wed, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Stories, Songs, and Rhymes! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you ready to learn.
Let's Talk
Wed, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch
Practice English Conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Oscarville: The City Buried Under Lake Lanier
Wed, Dec 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming
Learn about the history of Oscarville, Georgia - a once vibrant and thriving Black community, before they were forced out in 1912.
Let's Talk - Session K
Thu, Dec 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of subjects!
Register
English in Your Language - Korean
Thu, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration required.
Register
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch
Stories, Songs, and Rhymes! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you ready to learn.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 08, 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 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Storytime for youngest learners! Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Understanding Developmental Milestones
Thu, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Child development experts will discuss milestones children should meet from ages birth to five, and what to do if these milestones are not being met. Information and resources will be provided on meeting the milestones.
Norcross Connect: Learn a Foreign Language Month
Thu, Dec 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Celebrate “Learn a Foreign Language Month” while socializing with members of your community. Participants will learn basic phrases in a couple of different languages.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes, and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Baby Storytime
Thu, Dec 08, 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 08, 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 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Transition & the ADA - Disclosure, Documentation, and Workplace Accommodations
Thu, Dec 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming
Join GCPL and an Employment Consultant from the Job Accommodations Network to learn more about the transition process from school to the world of work.
Dacula Book Club for Adults
Thu, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dacula Branch
Discussion: The Paris Library by Janet Skelsein Charles
Register
I.D.E.A. - Inclusivity. Diversity. Equity. Access.
Thu, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join the Dacula Branch each month for I.D.E.A., a group exploring the inclusivity, diversity, equity, and access of different issues.
Finals Study Break - Ages 12-18
Thu, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
It’s almost time for final exams! Join us at the library and take some time to take a break from studying and de-stress.
Reading Buddies Program
Thu, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Homework Help
Thu, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help @ Your Lilburn Branch is here! Bring us your K-12 homework questions and our volunteers will assist you.
Snellville Reading Buddies
Thu, Dec 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.
Register
Homework Help
Thu, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Hello! Bonjour!
Thu, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
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.
Teen Advisory Council (TAC) Meeting
Thu, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for our monthly TAC meeting where you can help with library programs and earn volunteer credit! New members are always welcome!
Winter Wonder Trivia
Thu, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Five Forks Branch
Stay warm by testing your knowledge of winter weather and cold climates!
A Night in Whoville
Thu, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Families will enjoy a Dr. Seuss storytime, make Grinch fudge, and learn how to make greeting cards.
GameDev Showcase
Thu, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch
Come to our GameDev Showcase and play the video games created by your fellow community members during our 2022 Game Jam!
Cooking In Season - Winter Vegetables
Thu, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn how to cook the vegetables that are in season to get the freshest food at the lowest cost. This month we’re focusing on winter vegetables and specifically the sweet potato. Come learn how to make a warming curry with sweet potato, carrot, coconut milk, and Thai red curry paste.
Hello! Konnichiwa!
Thu, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn basic Japanese with a fluent speaker!
Evening Edition Appy Hour
Thu, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Enjoy a mocktail and check out our new digital resources Kanopy and Fregal, as well as PressReader right on your tablet or smartphone.
Goodnight Gwinnett - Bedtime books for kids...
Thu, Dec 08, 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Virtual
Soothing stories for your little one before going to bed.
Little Naturalist - Birds in Winter
Fri, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch
Join us for our monthly Little Naturalist program! Learn about different aspects of nature and the world around you. This month we'll be talking about birds in winter!
Music & Movement…but make it jolly!
Fri, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a special program that uses music and movement activities to improve your child’s balance, coordination, and rhythm!
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Homeschool Hangout - Ages 5-13
Fri, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Snellville Branch
Homeschool families, come and join us for Homeschool Hangout!
Babies and Tots Storytime
Fri, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us at Duluth Library Branch for a special storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under! Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!
Editing with iMovie
Fri, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Are you interested in learning how to edit movies? Join us on our Youtube Channel for an introductory crash course in iMovie!
Family LIT Night - Trivia Time
Fri, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for an exciting game of Trivia. Have some family fun, and let’s see how much you know about libraries and popular kid tv books that are also movies.
Harry Potter Book Club! - via Google Classroom
Sat, Dec 10, All day
Virtual
Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!
Homework Help
Sat, Dec 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Social Security 101 Workshop - Speak with a Specialist
Sat, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual - Adult Programming
Join GCPL and a Social Security Administration Specialist to learn about retirement benefits, Medicare, and services provided by the Social Security Administration.
Travel Tips - Travel Safety
Sat, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Traveling Soon? Join us and pick up some travel tips to aid in future travels.
Small Biz HR Series - HR Essentials for Small Businesses and Developing Employees
Sat, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Learn about the HR essentials every employer should know for their small business.
READing Paws
Sat, Dec 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Children 5 - 10 years old can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog.
Wade’s Lego Legacy
Sat, Dec 10, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Wade's Lego Legacy is a celebration of Wade Myers, his love of legos and helping people, on what would be his 18th birthday.
Creating With Cricut - Let's Make Stickers!
Sat, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Norcross Branch
Join us as we explore the basics of designing with Cricut and create your very own custom sticker pack! Registration is required, space is limited.
This event is full
Family Project Saturday: Binary Number Bracelets
Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Learn the basics of binary numbers by creating a bracelet with your initials in this “Unplugged” computer program.
Art Club - How To Scan and Digitize Your Art
Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Snellville Branch
The basics of graphic design and Photoshop.
Intro to Photography
Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Centerville Branch
Interested in photography? Come learn the basics of lighting, setting up your scene, and operating a camera!
Duluth Middle School Orchestra concert
Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us for a performance by the Duluth Middle School Orchestra, playing the classics to those holiday favorites.
Holiday Read n' Craft
Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Kids will enjoy a day of making their own winter ornaments while enhancing their reading and listening abilities with storytime!
Memory Ornaments for Families
Sat, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Children and caregivers! Join us as we create keepsake ornaments of family memories with our button maker.
This event is full
Improve Your Scholarship Essay!
Sat, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us as we learn how to write scholarship essays and what resources the library has to aid you on your college journey!
Yule Ball - Harry Potter Party!
Sat, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a night of well mannered frivolity during this after-hours event at the Dacula Branch!
Letter Camp - J,K,L
Sun, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Library each month to explore three letters and their sounds.
Recycled Engineering - Ski Lift
Sun, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Use your engineering, problem solving and math skills to design a ski lift chair. Supplies are limited.
Canceled
Hour of Code: Dance Party!
Sun, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch
Code a Dance Party to share with your friends!
Reading Buddies
Sun, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.
Chess Club
Sun, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Interested in or love chess? This program is for you.
Chess Club
Sun, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment.
Science Library: Logic - via Google Classroom
Mon, Dec 12, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Register
Let's Talk - Session A
Mon, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
Register
Homeschool "Libratory"
Mon, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join the Dacula staff for a STEAM program every month for homeschool students and caregivers.
English in Your Language - Japanese
Mon, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Baby & Me Storytime
Mon, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a special storytime just for babies designed to develop their earliest literacy skills!
Toddler Time
Mon, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Rescheduled
Toddler Storytime
Mon, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New date Monday, December 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for toddlers this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Mondays Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy in an interactive way for children ages 3 through 5. Through books, music, rhymes and movement activities to our preschool listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read.
Let’s Talk Session B
Mon, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Ready to Read
Mon, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Kids get started learning the ABCs with hands-on activities.
Canceled
Digital Marketing for Young Entrepreneurs
Mon, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Learn the basics of social media marketing and how to reach your target buyers!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a book buddy trained in Active Reading. Active Reading helps build vocabulary and increase fluency and understanding.
Homework Help
Mon, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Homework Help and Reading Buddies - at the Suwanee Branch
Mon, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Bring your homework and get help with reading from volunteers and staff! Homework Help is available for grades K-8.
Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
Chapter Chat: Tween Book Club - The Secret Garden
Mon, Dec 12, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us as for our monthly tween book club! This month's book is "The Secret Garden" by Frances Hodgson Burnett.
Bilingual Storytime
Mon, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dacula Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs in English and Spanish!
Cricut Studio
Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Have you ever been interested in creating your own vinyl stickers?
Registration opens Sunday, December 4 2022 at 9:00am
Revamp Your Resume
Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Come learn about all the different ways you can fill out your resume with Gwinnett County Public Library's digital resources!
VR Field Trip: Summit Mt. Everest
Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a field trip to Mount Everest in VR and experience some of the world's wonders first hand! All ages welcome!
Reading Buddies
Mon, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Hello, ¡Hola!
Mon, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
A class for people to learn and practice their conversational Spanish.
Let’s Talk
Mon, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Let’s Talk is a relaxed place for English language learners to practice their skills.
Canceled
Observe the Night Sky!
Mon, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch
Explore the night sky with us! Bring your own telescope or share ours!
Tummy Time
Tue, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
For pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers. Playtime for children and time for adults to meet other families in the community.
Snellville Tummy Time - Ages 0-24 months
Tue, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Snellville Branch
An opportunity for parents/caregivers to network and children to play!
Let's Talk - Session D
Tue, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch
Stories, Songs, Rhymes, and Play! Join us as we spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get you moving.
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson branch for our Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more, targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Help toddlers learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.
Second Time Around Book Club
Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch
Read a book you may have missed, or read a book again. December’s book is Where the Forest Meets the Stars by Glendy Vanderah.
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lilburn Branch
We will use books, music, rhymes, movement and fingerplays to introduce pre-literacy and social skills to our toddlers.
Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Dec 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy for babies and young toddlers ages 2 and under. Through simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to our youngest listeners.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Storytimes promote the early literacy skills that help children become ready to read with stories, games and songs!
Novel Crimes Mystery Book Club - "One by One" by Ruth Ware
Tue, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Please join us to help unravel a story of crime and intrigue. This month we'll be discussing "One by One" by Ruth Ware.
Tower Garden Storytime
Tue, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a story time featuring our tower garden then plant seeds.
Let's Talk Session E
Tue, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Practice English conversation with themes on a variety of topics!
Register
Canceled
Open Your World Book Club: - for Adults/Teens w/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Tue, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Readers and aspiring readers are invited to join us online for reading, listening, and discussion of adapted versions of classic short stories and novels. Registration required.
Rescheduled
Snellville Chess Club
Tue, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Tuesday, December 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Come join our monthly chess club to learn and play chess.
Snellville Chess Club
Tue, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Come join our monthly chess club to learn and play chess.
Reading Buddies Program
Tue, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
French Club - Le Club Français de la Bibliothèque Grayson
Tue, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us for themed French mini-lessons, games, crafts, songs, and more!
Tea and Me
Tue, Dec 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Centerville Branch
Come join us to learn about different kinds of tea recipes to help energize, relax, and soothe. We will also be exploring health and wellness tips that couple with the tea blends we will enjoy.
Homework Help - @ Dacula
Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Homework help from qualified volunteers.
Homework Help
Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
English in Your Language - Spanish
Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English for beginners in a friendly and supportive environment.
Holiday STEM Ornament Challenge
Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch
Learn about the binary alphabet and craft an ornament all in one great Holiday STEM project.
Let's Talk
Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us in person for Let's Talk!
Bookworms Book Club
Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Come to our tween book club and discuss the chosen book for each month. A program for kids ages 8-12.
HML Teen Advisory Council (TAC)
Tue, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Teens are invited to participate in the Teen Advisory Council so they can be a part of local teen community discussions at the library and meet teens from other schools in the area. New members are always welcome!
Edible Chemical Reactions
Tue, Dec 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Discover the world of chemical reactions with hot chocolate as you experiment with some delicious chemistry.
Smart Money & You
Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Branch to learn about ways to make your money work for you in this monthly series.
Snowflake STEM
Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Let it snow! Come and have fun in this snow-themed, multi-project, STEM program. We will create an awesome crystallized snowflake, experiment with a snowstorm in a jar, and engineer the perfect paper snowflake.
Hello! Hola!
Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Homework Help
Tue, Dec 13, 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.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
ATL Reads Virtual Book Club - "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi
Tue, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming
This club meets monthly from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For the month of December, we will discuss "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi.
English in Your Language - Spanish
Tue, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Practice your conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Library storytimes promote early literacy skills that help children become ready to read.
Preschool Story Time
Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Toddler Time
Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 2 and Under
Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville Library Branch for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler child listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Toddler Time
Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones!
Toddler Time
Wed, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.
Preschool Storytime!
Wed, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join us for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills!
Homeschool Hangout
Wed, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Find community with fellow homeschoolers! Make a snow globe for the winter and the holidays.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
This program's goal is to introduce children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 to 5
Wed, Dec 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 14, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Music & Movement
Wed, Dec 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for this fun program that uses music to show the connection between reading and rhythm!
Let's Talk - Session G
Wed, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Register
Candy Cane Engineering - Homeschool Hangout Edition
Wed, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Duluth Branch
Use your engineering, problem solving and math skills to design a randomly assigned structure that incorporates a candy cane. Registration is Required.
Register
Awesome Art: 3D Art
Wed, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Are you a budding artist (age 5 - 10) interested in 3D art? Join us for this event!
Photo Retouching and Restoration
Wed, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn how to digitize, restore and preserve old photos.
Lego WeDo - Build Robots!
Wed, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Practice your programming skills AND build robots with Lego WeDo! What does a machine do? How does a machine work? See for yourself and learn the steps it takes to program a machine to work on its own.
Register
Snellville Reading Buddies
Wed, Dec 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville branch for Reading Buddies! Online and In-Person sessions are available; registration is required.
Register
Let's Talk [Session I]
Wed, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Let's Talk!
Homework Help
Wed, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Let’s Talk
Wed, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
A meeting for community members wanting to practice their conversational English skills. The participants will have the opportunity to practice their fluency by doing most of the talking, with minimal guidance from the facilitator.
Homework Help and Reading Buddies - at the Suwanee Branch
Wed, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Bring your homework and get help with reading from volunteers and staff! Homework Help is available for grades K-8.
Hamilton Mill Reading Buddies
Wed, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! Registration is required!
Mini Chefs and Big Chefs: Hand Pies
Wed, Dec 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grayson Branch
Calling all parents and kids who want to learn about the culinary arts!
Mini Chefs / Big Chefs - Cookies
Wed, Dec 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grayson Branch
Learn how to make cookies during the chilly winter season, the perfect, comforting, bite-sized treat everyone will love!
Meet Me @ the Library - FFR Schools Music & Sound Night
Wed, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Five Forks Branch
Let’s make music together! Join us at the Five Forks branch to make musical instruments and discuss how sound works.
Intro to 3D Printing - With Prusa Printers
Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Norcross Branch
Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use the Learning Lab’s printers for your personal projects!
Murder With Friends! - A Murder Mystery Book Club
Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about the novel Hercule Poirot's Christmas by Agatha Christie.
Canceled
Intro to 3D Printing - With Prusa Printers
Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Norcross Branch
Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use the Learning Lab’s printers for your personal projects!
Shall We Dance at Duluth?
Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch
All ages are invited to watch, learn, and dance along to ballroom dance which will be introduced by instructors from "Dancing Like a Star."
Let's Talk
Wed, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch
Practice English Conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Meet the Cookbook Author: Tara Teaspoon - Comforting Recipes to Celebrate Together
Wed, Dec 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming
Join GCPL for a talk with cookbook author Tara Teaspoon as she shares stories, cooking tips, and recipes from her new book, "Delicious Gatherings, A Cookbook For Comforting Recipes To Celebrate Together".
Parenting for a Better World - with Professor Ellen Ott Marshall
Thu, Dec 15, All day
Virtual
Join GCPL as Emory University professor Dr. Ellen Ott Marshall discusses her book, "Parenting for a Better World: Social Justice Practices for Your Family and the Planet" and shares practical ways to work towards global justice.
Non-Fiction Reviews with Jon - World Series 2021
Thu, Dec 15, 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual
Join us for this episode of Non-Fiction Reviews with Jon as we give a summary of the DVD “The 2021 World Series.” The DVD goes over the 2021 World Series and the Champion Atlanta Braves.
Sensory STEM - Snowman in a Bag (ages 2-5)
Thu, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Snellville Branch
Come out and make Snowmen in a Bag at Sensory Stem!
Let's Talk - Session K
Thu, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English Conversation with themes on a variety of subjects!
Register
English in Your Language - Korean
Thu, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration required.
Register
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.
Register
You CAN Eat That - Enjoying Food without Guilt
Thu, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
It is important to eat healthy and mindfully. It is also important to be able to enjoy your food without guilt or pressure to count extra calories.
Upcycling Leftover Textiles
Thu, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
We will be using leftover fabric from clothing that is no longer wearable or repairable to create useful and valuable projects for your home and family.
Book Club with Becca
Thu, Dec 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion on "The Lincoln Highway" by Amor Towles.
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 Wands!
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.
Register
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.
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.
Register
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.
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.
Register
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.
Register
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!
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! Registration is required!
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! Registration is required!
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