Name: Hobbies | Simple Sewing
Start: 2023-06-22T17:00:00-04:00
End: 2023-06-22T18:00:00-04:00
Location: Mountain Park Branch

A sewing machine and iron sitting on a table

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Hobbies | Simple Sewing

The Basics Part 1 of 2

2023-06-22 17:00:00 2023-06-22 18:00:00 America/New_York Hobbies | Simple Sewing Want to learn the basics of using a sewing machine? Then this program is for you! Mountain Park Branch -

Thursday, June 22
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-22 17:00:00 2023-06-22 18:00:00 America/New_York Hobbies | Simple Sewing Want to learn the basics of using a sewing machine? Then this program is for you! Mountain Park Branch -

Mountain Park Branch

Want to learn the basics of using a sewing machine? Then this program is for you!

This program will teach people the basics of how to set up and use the sewing machine. The program is intended for ages 12 and up. Bring your own sewing machine or register to use one of ours (8 available).

AGE GROUP: | Ages 16-18 |

EVENT TYPE: | Hobbies |

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Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Sep 25, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, engages with developmental toys and activities, and sings songs!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Sep 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us at Snellville Library Branch for a storytime for the preschooler age children.

Community | Artful Adventures - Painting for Beginners

Wed, Sep 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Are you interested in starting a new hobby? Join us for a fun painting session where you can paint along with an instructor and find a new way to get creative!

This event is full

Hobbies | An Exploration of One-Hit Wonders

Wed, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Centerville Branch

September 25th is National One-Hit Wonder Day! All generations have their own one-hit wonders that help define the era. In this program, we will be examining each decade?s one-hit wonders, what defines a one-hit wonder, and how we listen to music has changed over the years.

Education | Bilingual Beginner ABC's

Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Once a week series on learning English basics. This program is meant to be a supplement to their English learning. Join us to practice English ABC's, 123's, different themed words, and writing English.

Learning Labs | Video Recording Basics

Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1

Get started recording video!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader!

Culinary Arts | Budget Friendly - Arroz con Leche

Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Learn some basic cooking skills and how to make an affordable and traditional Latin American dish.

Education | Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Library

Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one assistance with their homework and assignments.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! Register to reserve your weekly slot for the 2024 Session 4. Registration opens on Monday August 12, 2024.

Early Learning | Un Poquito de Español - Months and Seasons

Wed, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Want your kids to learn a little bit of Spanish? Join us this month for a bilingual storytime and fun activity on months & seasons!

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors. For grades K-8. Students will be assisted on a first come, first served basis.

Education | Reading Buddies

Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Want to practice your reading skills with a friendly face? Join us for one on one practice with a buddy. This program takes place in the meeting room at the same time as Homework Help.

Arts | Chalk Paint - Coping Through Painting

Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

This program will focus on painting by learning how to make chalk paint and make our own painting creations in the parking lot.

Education | Reading Buddies

Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

STEM - Engineering | STEM Resilience Challenge - Spectroscopes

Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us to build your own spectroscope, a device which helps us examine light.

STEM - Engineering | LEGO Club

Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Are you looking for a fun challenge? Construct various shapes and designs utilizing Legos and compete with others.

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.

Cancelled

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Conversations in English!

Hobbies | Ukulele Club

Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join us for an evening of community music-making as we play the ukulele! Limited ukelele instruments (6), so it is first come, first served or bring your own.

Book Club | Genre Jumpers

Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Collaboration Room

This in-person book club will explore books from different genres every month. This month's book genre is Non-Fiction and the book we will be reading is titled "The Unclaimed" by Pamela Prickett.

Health & Wellness | Practicing Chen Style Tai Chi

Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice Chen Style Tai chi, New Frame, Routine One (83 form). Build physical strength, body balance, and relieve stress.

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep - Hybrid

Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Are you about to take the exam and interview for US citizenship? Register for our eight-week course covering all subject matter related to the US Citizenship exam and interview.

This event is full

Learning Labs | Illustration Workshop - Fall Designs with Watercolor

Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Learning Lab

Are you interested in children's book illustration? In this hands-on program, we will go over the basics of using watercolor to create fall-themed designs and environments for your portfolio.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Do you want to practice your English conversational skills? Join us to practice English speaking skills with a variety of topics each week in a relaxed environment.

Book Club | The Murder With Friends Chapter! - Our Virtual Murder Mystery Book Club!

Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about the novel The Searcher by Tana French.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

This program introduces children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing. Ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

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

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Early Learning | Storytime in the Park! - @Lilburn City Park

Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join Ms. Jana for a fun OUTDOORS storytime experience!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs and movement!

Early Learning | Baby and Me

Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.

Jobs & Career | Resume Writing - Tips & Strategies for Older Adults

Thu, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Are you an older adult having trouble updating your resume? Come and learn tips and strategies that will help in crafting a resume to advance your job search.

Education | IDD: Your Best Life

Thu, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual

Join us for engaging and educational monthly life skills classes for adults and teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and their family members or caregivers. Our presentations are fun, engaging, and educational. The topic for September is Citizenship.

Rescheduled

Community | Dungeons, Dragons & Donuts

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Thursday, September 26, 4:00pm - 5:45pm

Dacula Branch

Come to this program to meet like-minded teens and solve problems in a short-form campaign.

Community | Dungeons, Dragons & Donuts

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:45pm

Dacula Branch

Come to this program to meet like-minded teens and solve problems in a short-form campaign.

Language Learning | Movies in English

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

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

Cancelled

Language Learning | Basic Korean Language

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Duluth Branch

This will be a ten week session for people to learn and practice their basic Korean in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration Required.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Education | Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Library

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one assistance with their homework and assignments.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Sep 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Sep 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math, or Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students in grades K-8 at the Norcross Branch. Sessions are drop-in; no registration required.

STEM - Engineering | Go Fly a Kite! - DIY Kites

Thu, Sep 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

"Go Fly a Kite!" Join us for an aerodynamic-themed experiment while learning how kites fly using the scientific principles of lift and drag.

Gaming | Chess & Go

Thu, Sep 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Learn and play Chess or Go in a friendly environment.

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Sep 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Sep 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

STEM - Science | Space Hero Ellen Ochoa - The First Hispanic Woman Astronaut

Thu, Sep 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Gather your crew to embark on a journey of discovery as we explore the achievements of Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman to become an astronaut and then make our own rocket launch craft!

Book Club | "I Survived" Book Club

Thu, Sep 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

A book club for kids designed to help them get reading by having a fun meeting once per month where we discuss a book from the popular series "I Survived".

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us to practice English conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

Arts | Comics Club - Drawing Poses

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Collaboration Room

Learn how to draw characters in any pose you can imagine!

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice conversational English with others. Learn about your local library and resources. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words.

Community | Turning a Crisis into an Opportunity

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a seminar about how the greatest crisis sometimes gives rise to the greatest opportunities.

Learning Labs | Creating with Cricut - Greeting Cards

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Learning Lab

Learn how to use the Cricut Smart Vinyl cutting machine.

Culinary Arts | Saving the Garden

Thu, Sep 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

As summer winds down, let's look at ways to preserve the produce from our gardens. We will be dehydrating herbs as well as looking at other ways to preserve garden produce.

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Sep 27, 9:00am - 9:30am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for a virtual storytime, just for babies & their grown-ups!

Early Learning | Little Chef

Fri, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join us for our monthly Little Chef program where we learn about healthy eating habits in a fun and engaging way! We will make a healthy snack together. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver, waiver required for sampling.

Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!

Environment | Seed Swap & Gardening Information - Provided by UGA Extension Office

Fri, Sep 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Dacula Branch

Meet Master Gardeners who will share growing tips and exchange seeds.

Cancelled

Health & Wellness | Self Care DIY - Face Masks and Sugar Lip Scrubs

Fri, Sep 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Take a moment for yourself and join us to learn some easy self care tips while making a DIY face mask and sugar lip scrub!

Family | Animal Adoption Event - with Gwinnett County Animal Shelter

Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

Come meet a friendly shelter pet that's available for adoption!

STEM - Engineering | Lego Club

Sat, Sep 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hamilton Mill Branch

Get creative and promote engineering skills by building our own Lego creations.

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

Children ages 5-10 are invited to read to a friendly dog.

Early Learning | Piano Preschool

Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Join us for a super fun musical morning with Dr. Yanni Chan from Musical Keys Piano Academy. She will introduce your preschooler to the basics of piano! *Ages 3-6 and their caregivers.*

This event is full

Community | Alma Mexicana Atlanta - Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Experience the magic of traditional Mexican Folk Dances! | iViva la magia de las danzas folklóricas tradicionales Mexicanas!

Community | Culture Craft: Hispanic Heritage Month - Bilingual Storytime

Sat, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for a storytime to learn about cultural traditions from around the world and get crafty! This month we will be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! We will have fun learning introductory Spanish words, listening to bilingual stories en Español, and singing songs using Spanish vocabulary.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Sun, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun

Sun, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Hop on over to the children?s area to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.

Early Learning | Fall Friends Headbands!

Sun, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Celebrate the start of the new season with this cozy storytime and activity! Create your favorite fall critter headband using fall nature finds! This program is for ages 3+.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Mon, Sep 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.

Early Learning | Storytime in the Park! - @Alexander Park; 800 Old Snellville HWY

Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join us for an OUTDOOR storytime experience!

Language Learning | Basic English for Japanese Speakers

Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual

A virtual meeting for speakers of Japanese to practice English.

Early Learning | Baby & Me

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

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a special monthly program designed just for babies 1 and younger! Lap bounces, songs, stories, and play will introduce your little one to language and learning.

STEM - Science | Science Library: Simple Machines - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+

Mon, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

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

Lawrenceville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Collaboration Room

Practice conversational English with others. Learn about your local library and resources. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words.

Celebrate Georgia Reads Day with Mayor Mike Mason!

Mon, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Come celebrate Governor Kemp's Georgia Reads Day with a special storytime featuring Peachtree Corners Mayor Mike Mason! Light refreshments will be provided.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!

Education | Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Library

Mon, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one assistance with their homework and assignments.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!

STEM - Engineering | Lego Junior Builders

Mon, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us monthly for a fun, creative and challenging Lego build. Children, ages 6-11, can engage their problem-solving and STEM abilities to make amazing projects.

Literacy | Return to Hogwarts - DIY Wands

Mon, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dacula Branch

Have you ever wanted to be a witch or wizard? Come take a Defense Against the Dark Arts class, and make your own wand!

Education | Reading Buddies

Mon, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.

Banned Books Trivia

Mon, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Learn about the history of banned books and test your knowledge in our trivia game!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

One-on-one learning and reading skills practice for all ages. Earn and collect playing cards each session for a chance to compete in a fun game.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Arts | Embroidery for Beginners - For Ages 13+

Mon, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join other beginners for an introduction to embroidery!

Health & Wellness | Mindfulness in Nature Journaling

Mon, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Take a break from the indoors and spend some time outside practicing the mindfulness benefits of nature journaling. Notebooks provided to the first 15 participants.

Jobs & Careers | Careers at NASA

Mon, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

NASA Solar System Ambassador and Author Johnathan Brackett will lead a session outlining the wide variety of careers available at NASA outside of the traditional astronaut/pilot programs of the past. https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/ambassadors/2209/

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Sep 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Book Talks | Where Do I Start? - The Joker

Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

For over 80 years, The Joker has terrorized Batman and the rest of the DC Universe with his mad antics and killer pranks. With the release of "Joker: Folie à Deux," there is no better time to check out the Clown Prince of Crime's greatest hits from our comics collection!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 01, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

For kids ages 2 and under. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 3 and under.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join us at the Five Forks branch for Toddler Time! We read, sing, and play during this storytime, designed to target toddlers' developmental needs.

Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!

Raising Resilience | Preschool Craft and Parent Support

Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Come to this preschool parent support group to learn some strategies for raising resilient kids and share your favorite parenting tips. Also, make memories and create a beautiful, unique craft with your preschooler.

Education | History's Mysteries - For Teens & Adults

Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Explore mysteries from history!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Tue, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Language Learning | Conversations In English

Tue, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice English conversation with themes each week on a variety of topics!

This event is full

Citizenship | Voting 101 - Learn How to Prepare to Vote in the 2024 General Elections

Tue, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

How prepared are you to vote? Come and check your voting status and more. Diane Fisher of the League of Women Voters: Gwinnett Chapter will provide you with information about your voting rights and resources.

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

High School students come and tutor grade school kids on their homework or whatever is going on in school.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

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

Library Talks | Banned Books Trivia

Tue, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us at the Lawrenceville branch for Banned Books Trivia! The 2024 theme for Banned Books Week is "Freed Between the Lines."

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

Learn and practice reading skills at the Dacula Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

Learning Labs | Creative Engineering - Ganymede Station

Tue, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1

Teens aged 13-18 will explore engineering and architectural design by creating a moon base on Ganymede. They'll plan a thriving colony and showcase their innovative models and charts.

This event is full

Gaming | Chess Club

Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Come join our monthly Chess Club to play and learn Chess, Go, and other strategy games in a friendly environment. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Language Learning | Basic English For Spanish Speakers - Inglés básico para Hispanohablantes

Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Need help learning English? Get help at the library with someone who speaks your language.

Community | Around Latin America in Games

Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, learn how to play various board games from around Latin America! We will learn about the history of the games and spend time playing.

Book Club | Nonfiction Book Club - Banned Books Week

Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Centerville Branch

A non-fiction book club based on a topic. This month, we are reading banned nonfiction books, in honor of Banned Books Week (October 1 - October 7).

Arts | Kick off to Art-tober! - 31 Days of Art for Daily Self-Care

Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Calling all artists, writers and creators! Learn about our Art-tober challenge by creating works based on daily prompts!

Learning Labs | Soldering Workshop

Tue, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Five Forks Branch

Come learn the basics of soldering for electronics.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 24 2024 at 6:00pm

Entrepreneurship | Elevate Your Small Business w/ Automation - Small Biz Series

Tue, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom

Boost efficiency with automation tools designed for small businesses!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us at Snellville Library Branch for a storytime just for the little ones!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 02, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 02, 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!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a morning of stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us at Snellville Library for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 02, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, engages with developmental toys and activities, and sings songs!

Education | Bilingual Beginner ABC's

Wed, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader!

Arts | Beginners Hand Embroidery

Wed, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Calling all embroidery beginners! This program will be focused on learning how to stitch basic fall themed shapes using the satin stitch method!

STEM - Science | Super Science - Chromatography

Wed, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us as we explore the science of colors and make a cool craft. For ages 6 - 11.

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors. For grades K-8. Students will be assisted on a first come, first served basis.

Education | Reading Buddies

Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Want to practice your reading skills with a friendly face? Join us for one on one practice with a buddy. This program takes place in the meeting room at the same time as Homework Help.

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.

Cancelled

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Conversations in English!

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep - Hybrid

Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Are you about to take the exam and interview for US citizenship? Register for our eight-week course covering all subject matter related to the US Citizenship exam and interview.

This event is full

Gaming | Chess Club

Wed, Oct 02, 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!

Health & Wellness | Practicing Chen Style Tai Chi

Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice Chen Style Tai chi, New Frame, Routine One (83 form). Build physical strength, body balance, and relieve stress.

Early Learning | It's the Great Pumpkin Storytime

Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Will the Great Pumpkin rise out of his pumpkin patch this year? Join us for a special Peanuts themed storytime to find out! We'll sing pumpkin carols like Linus, read classic Charlie Brown and Snoopy stories, and even create our own pumpkins to put in the Great Grayson Pumpkin Patch!

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Do you want to practice your English conversational skills? Join us to practice English speaking skills with a variety of topics each week in a relaxed environment.

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Early Learning | Storytime in the Park! - @Lilburn City Park

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join Ms. Jana for a fun OUTDOORS storytime experience!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join us for preschool storytime at the Five Forks branch. Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten! Ages 3-5.

Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom

Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs and movement!

Community | Homeschool Hangout: Teen Edition - DIY Yogurt Creations

Thu, Oct 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a fun and delicious library program where teens can learn to make their own yogurt parfaits. It?s a great way to discover new recipes, enjoy a healthy snack, and connect with friends.

Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun

Thu, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Hop on over to the children?s area to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.

Hobbies | Film History - Mean Girls Trivia

Thu, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Centerville Branch

Come celebrate National "Mean Girls" Day with us at Centerville! For the film's 20th anniversary, we will be holding trivia based on the modern classic.

Literacy | READing Paws

Thu, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Children ages 6-11 are invited to the Peachtree Corners Branch to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.

Cancelled

Language Learning | Basic Korean Language

Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Duluth Branch

This will be a ten week session for people to learn and practice their basic Korean in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration Required.

Learning Labs | Intro to Python

Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Learning Lab Makerspace #1

Come learn the basics of the Python coding language!

Gaming | Dungeons & Drama

Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

Program of whimsical whimsy to ignite a passion for adventure.

Registration is now closed

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.

Writing | Writers Club

Thu, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Looking for a space dedicated towards the craft of writing? Come join Snellville's Writers Club! Each session will include quiet time to sit and write as well as open discussions and workshopping our pieces together. This month's writing theme: Spooky!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

STEM - Mathematics | Math Club

Thu, Oct 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Math club will help students learn basic math concepts and improve their skills! A program for kids in grades 3-5.

Education | Reading Buddies

Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us at the Duluth Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration is required. Ages 6-11

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice conversational English with others. Learn about your local library and resources. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words.

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting

Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:55pm

Five Forks Branch

This is a weekly program dedicated to the craft of screenwriting! Attend this program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged to reap the full benefits!

Registration opens Thursday, September 26 2024 at 9:00am

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

Thu, Oct 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree from an experienced researcher.

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Oct 04, 9:00am - 9:30am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for a virtual storytime, just for babies & their grown-ups!

Early Learning | Storytime, Movement, and More!

Fri, Oct 04, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Dacula Branch

Meet up for a special morning of EARLY LEARNING at Gwinnett County Public Library's Dacula Branch!

Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Fri, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.

Learning Labs | Office hours

Fri, Oct 04, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Pop by the Lab to either ask your burning questions or work on your own project while a specialist works in the Lab right alongside you.

Genealogy | FamilySearch Basics - The Free Genealogy Website You Should be Using

Sat, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lawrenceville Branch

Did you know that GCPL is a FamilySearch Affiliate Library? Join us to learn how to use FamilySearch, the largest free genealogy website in the world.

Literacy | Doggie Tales

Sat, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Have a tail-wagging good time while practicing your reading skills with therapy dog, Molly!

Community | Alma Mexicana Atlanta - Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Experience the magic of traditional Mexican Folk Dances! | iViva la magia de las danzas folklóricas tradicionales Mexicanas!

Early Learning | Purposeful Play

Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

Purposeful play develops many skills for children. Children develop stronger language, gross motor, fine motor, social skills, and many more.

Health & Wellness | Radon Awareness - With UGA Extension Office

Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

The goal of this program is to make as many people possible be aware of radon in the home from UGA Extension expert

Health & Wellness | Chair Yoga

Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Come bend, stretch, and breathe in an accessible and gentle yoga class ? all without leaving your chair!

Family | READing Paws

Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lilburn Branch

READing Paws is a program that is dedicated to improving the reading skills of children using registered therapy teams as literacy mentors.

STEM Science | Reptile Day

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Come to the Peachtree Corners Branch to learn more about reptiles and have the opportunity to interact with them up close with the Georgia Reptile Society!

Raising Resilience | Camp "U" Nique

Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us at the Dacula Branch Library for this free bullying prevention training for ages 6-11. Let's continue this fight against bullying!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Sun, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Early Learning | Sensory Storytime

Sun, Oct 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

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

Learning Lab | Intro to a Sewing Pattern

Sun, Oct 06, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Learn to use a sewing pattern.

Cancelled

STEM - Engineering | Lego Challenge

Sun, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Join us for a hour of LEGO fun! Children can build cities, creatures, robots, and more based on the prompt of the day. Drop in and see what you can build with your family and friends.

Cancelled

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English conversation on a variety of topics

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.

Book Talks | See Yourself in the Story - Miss Quinces by Kat Fajardo

Mon, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Ever felt like you don't see yourself in the stories you read? Check out "Miss Quinces" by Kat Fajardo to help celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

Early Learning | Storytime in the Park! - @Alexander Park; 800 Old Snellville HWY

Mon, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join us for an OUTDOOR storytime experience!

Language Learning | Basic English for Japanese Speakers

Mon, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual

A virtual meeting for speakers of Japanese to practice English.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Mon, Oct 07, 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.

Early Learning | Baby & Me

Mon, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for a special tummy time just for babies designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!

STEM - Science | Science Library: Grossology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+

Mon, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Book Club | Murder with a Twist - Mystery/Fiction Book Club

Mon, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join the Five Forks Mystery/Fiction Book Club in discussing this month's selection, "First Lie Wins" by Ashley Elston.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime - ¡Un toque de español! A Splash of Spanish

Mon, Oct 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Centerville Branch

¡Bienvenidos a Storytime con un toque de español! Welcome to Storytime with A Splash of Spanish!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime - ¡Un toque de español! A Splash of Spanish

Mon, Oct 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Storytime with A Splash of Spanish! ¡Bienvenidos a Storytime con un toque de español!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Mon, Oct 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children ages 3-5, and an accompanying adult(s).

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Collaboration Room

Practice conversational English with others. Learn about your local library and resources. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Snellville Branch

Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!

Cancelled

Gaming | Apprentice Planeswalker Guild - Magic: The Gathering Commander League

Mon, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Casual Magic: The Gathering group where we learn to play the Commander format. Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Decks are provided or bring your own.

Community | Celebrate Latin American Culture with Games - Celebrar la Cultura Latina con juegos

Mon, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Come celebrate Latin American culture as we play and explore the origins of some traditional Latin games.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Book Club | Adult Fiction Book Club

Mon, Oct 07, 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.

Education | K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math Club

Mon, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

K - 2nd graders come and build your math skills with games, technology, and lots of fun!

STEM -Science | School Age Science

Mon, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

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

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Non-native English speakers who want to improve their English by practicing their English fluency through daily life conversation.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Mon, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

This is a one-on-one learning and reading skills practice for all ages. Earn and collect playing cards each session for a chance to compete in a fun game.

Arts | Embroidery for Beginners - For Ages 13+

Mon, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join other beginners for an introduction to embroidery!

Raising Resilience | The Art of Making Mistakes

Mon, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join us on a creative journey to turn mistakes into beautiful pieces of art! You'll learn how even the silliest of errors can turn into something wonderful.

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Senior Living | Aging Adult Expo

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dacula Branch

Join the Gwinnett County Public Library for their Aging Adult Expo! We'll have resources and information galore for adults of all ages! Partners include the SSA, Medicare/SHiP, GNR Health and more. No registration is required for this free event.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

For kids ages 2 and under. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 3 and under.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room

Join us at the Five Forks branch for Toddler Time! We read, sing, and play during this storytime, designed to target toddlers' developmental needs.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Tue, Oct 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Early Learning | Toddler Storytime - ¡Un toque de español! A Splash of Spanish

Tue, Oct 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Centerville Branch

¡Bienvenidos a Storytime con un toque de español! Welcome to Storytime with A Splash of Spanish!

Language Learning | Conversations In English

Tue, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice English conversation with themes each week on a variety of topics!

This event is full

Book Club | Mystery & Crime Novels - "The 6:20 Man" by David Baldacci

Tue, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Please join us to help unravel a story of crime and intrigue. This month we'll be discussing "The 6:20 Man" by David Baldacci.

Job & Career | Teen Life Skills - Job Applications

Tue, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dacula Branch

Get ready to apply to your first jobs! Learn how to create a resume and submit applications.

STEM - Science | Spy Training - Learning Strategies and Code!

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

We will become the ultimate spies! Learn how to use disappearing ink, simple codes, and deduction!

Gaming | Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners - Adventures in the Painted World

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us in a surreal world of living paintings where adventurers work together to slay a dangerous beast and find their way home. No D&D experience (or personal dice) necessary!

Rescheduled

Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids - Pumpkin Cookies

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Wednesday, October 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

A cooking program for children and their accompanying adults.

Community | Mobile Fire Safety House

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Want to know how to prevent fires and what to do during a fire emergency? Come aboard the Mobile Fire Safety House to experience an interactive and realistic fire safety simulation! Space is limited, and participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

High School students come and tutor grade school kids on their homework or whatever is going on in school.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Learning Labs | Creative Engineering - Ganymede Station

Tue, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1

Teens aged 13-18 will explore engineering and architectural design by creating a moon base on Ganymede. They'll plan a thriving colony and showcase their innovative models and charts.

This event is full

Language Learning | Basic English For Spanish Speakers - Inglés básico para Hispanohablantes

Tue, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Need help learning English? Get help at the library with someone who speaks your language.

Book Club | Stitch & Tell - A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende

Tue, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join us for Stitch & Tell, a creative book club, where we will explore different literary worlds and work on a fiber arts project. This month, we're discussing "A Long Petal of the Sea" by Isabel Allende.

Early Learning | Storytime in English and Spanish

Tue, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a special bilingual storytime with student volunteers from Central Gwinnett High School?s HoPe club!

Writing | Poetry Writers' Group

Tue, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Calling all poets! Join us virtually to review and receive constructive critique on your own work or to share a poem you love.

Book Club | ATL Reads Virtual Book Club - Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury

Tue, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom

ATL Reads Book Club welcomes all who enjoy reading a variety of genres. We are a no-commitment book club; some people come every month and others occasionally.

Health & Wellness | Nutrition for a Healthy Life - Presented by UGA Extension Gwinnett County

Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Learn about healthy lifestyle changes and healthy recipes to cook. This program will have Korean translation available.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us at Snellville Library Branch for a storytime just for the little ones!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie at the Dacula Branch for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 1-2 and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 09, 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.

Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime

Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Join us for tummy time and stories for stories, parent and baby bonding and some fun sing-alongs for an early educational start! Intended for babies and children not yet walking.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 09, 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!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a morning of stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).

Health & Wellness | Child Passenger Safety

Wed, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us at Norcross as we learn and discuss child passenger safety for your children!

Arts | Norcross Connect - Hispanic Heritage Month - Woven Mexican Crafts

Wed, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Celebrating Mexican Heritage by introducing the technique of making woven crafts.

Arts | Sip & Paint for Older Adults - Meet local artist Emmanuel Anderson

Wed, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Mountain Park Branch

Sip hot cocoa or tea while learning to paint, connect with others, and relax with local artist Emmanuel Anderson.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us at Snellville Library for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.

Early Learning | Music and Movement

Wed, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Join us for a fun program that uses music, wiggles, and giggles to show the connection between reading and rhythm! This program is designed for kids ages 3 and up.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Mountain Park Branch

Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, engages with developmental toys and activities, and sings songs!

Community | Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Oct 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Calling Homeschool families! Please join us for a Homeschool Hangout!

STEM - Technology | From Pages to Pixels - Seniors Embrace Digital Literacy

Wed, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Beginner-friendly workshop aimed at seniors to learn essential computer skills in a supportive environment.

Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group - Community and Conversations

Wed, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Centerville Branch

Welcome to Community and Conversations: an Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group. This is a safe space to share thoughts and experiences involving the care of your loved ones with Alzheimer's.

STEM - Science | What's in the Dirt?

Wed, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Have you ever been curious about what could be under your feet? Sign up for our two day camp to learn about the two great digging professions: Archeology and Paleontology. Learn about human history and dinosaurs on this two day adventure!

Registration opens Sunday, September 22 2024 at 9:00am

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader!

Arts | Paint-a-Pumpkin

Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Centerville Branch

Join us for a delightful pumpkin painting workshop where you'll not only unleash your creativity but also discover the rich history and fascinating traditions of pumpkins. Dive into a colorful blend of art and history this fall! WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

STEM Science | History and Science of Popcorn

Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Learn a brief history of popcorn and do a STEM experiment to find the best sized container to hold popcorn!

Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids - Pumpkin Cookies

Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

A cooking program for children and their accompanying adults.

Hobbies | Awesome Art - Painted Halloween Pots

Wed, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Budding artist? Join us! Come learn about different materials and methods of art and create your own masterpiece! (Please dress to be messy!)

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Oct 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.

Cancelled

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Conversations in English!

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep - Hybrid

Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Are you about to take the exam and interview for US citizenship? Register for our eight-week course covering all subject matter related to the US Citizenship exam and interview.

This event is full

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Wed, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Do you want to practice your English conversational skills? Join us to practice English speaking skills with a variety of topics each week in a relaxed environment.

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Join Ms. Melanie at the Dacula 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.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Early Learning | Storytime in the Park! - @Lilburn City Park

Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join Ms. Jana for a fun OUTDOORS storytime experience!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for preschool storytime at the Five Forks branch. Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten! Ages 3-5.

Author Talk | Celebrating Family & Togetherness - Author Shelly Anand Reads Her New Book "In This Family"

Thu, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lilburn Branch

Let's learn about a multicultural family that welcomes a new member in this warm and lyrical picture book that celebrates family love.

STEM - Science | World Space Week - Reach for the Stars!

Thu, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

In celebration of World Space Week, come learn about the galaxy and beyond through interactive games and extra-terrestrial crafts.

Emprendimiento | Cómo iniciar su negocio - Presentado por Prospera

Thu, Oct 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Aprenda cómo iniciar su propio negocio de la manera correcta.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Thu, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs and movement!

Rescheduled

Arts | Norcross Connect - Hispanic Heritage Month - Woven Mexican Crafts

Thu, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

New date Wednesday, October 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Norcross Branch

Celebrating Mexican Heritage by introducing the technique of making woven crafts.

Book Club | Hybrid book club

Thu, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a friendly discussion of Somebody's Fool by R Russo

STEM - Engineering | Pumpkin Chunkin

Thu, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Build a catapult that can launch ping pong balls, sponges, and even pieces of pumpkins!

Registration opens Sunday, September 22 2024 at 9:00am

Arts | Paint Your Feelings - Watercolor Basics

Thu, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

A watercolor workshop for beginners that will dive into the basic watercolor painting techniques and create beautiful fall artwork.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2024 at 9:00am

STEM - Science | What's in the Dirt?

Thu, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Registration opens Sunday, September 22 2024 at 9:00am

Community | Kindness Rocks - Mental Health Awareness

Thu, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

In honor of World Mental Health day we invite you to join us this month to celebrate Artober by coming together and getting creative. We will be painting kindness rocks to create our community rock garden.

Cancelled

Language Learning | Basic Korean Language

Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Duluth Branch

This will be a ten week session for people to learn and practice their basic Korean in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration Required.

STEM - Engineering | Innovation Station Rotations

Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Duluth Branch

Join us for STEM rotation activities which encourage creativity, problem-solving, and discourse as you navigate through each rotation.

Language Learning | Movies in English - ESL Movie Club

Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual

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

Arts | Quick Draw: Let's Learn Figure-Drawing!

Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

A program where aspiring artists can learn the basics of traditional art, figure-drawing, and how to utilize negative spaces in your pieces.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Raising Resilience | Button Making - Positive Affirmations

Thu, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Express your creativity by making your own buttons with positive affirmations!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Community | Magic: The Gathering

Thu, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Come together with your Mountain Park community as we take a dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering! Open to beginners and experienced players alike.

Environment | Build a Bird Feeder - For October Big Day 2024

Thu, Oct 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Make an easy-to-create and environmentally friendly bird feeder to draw birds to your yard.

Early Learning | Pajama Storytime

Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Duluth Branch

Bring your favorite stuffed animal and/or blanket and join Ms. Sarah for an evening storytime in your pajamas.

Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dacula Branch

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

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice conversational English with others. Learn about your local library and resources. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words.

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting

Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:55pm

Five Forks Branch

Registration opens Thursday, September 26 2024 at 9:00am

STEM Mathematics | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns

Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Come play chess or checkers! Beginners welcome

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us to practice English conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

Gaming | Chess Knight

Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Love to play chess? Join us for an hour of game play. All levels and ages are welcome. Registration is Required.

Registration opens Thursday, September 26 2024 at 6:00pm

Early Learning | Music & Movement

Fri, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for an energetic program that uses music and movement activities to improve your child's balance, coordination, and rhythm!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Fri, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.

Arts | Paint Your Feelings - Watercolor Basics

Fri, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lilburn Branch

A watercolor workshop for beginners that will dive into the basic watercolor painting techniques and create beautiful fall artwork.

Registration opens Friday, September 20 2024 at 9:00am

Family | Weekend Storytime

Sat, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join in the fun and promote early literacy with the whole family as we read stories and sing songs! For children of all ages with a caregiver.

Early Learning | Family Storytime - Farm Animals

Sat, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Bring the whole family out to the Five Forks Branch for a fun Saturday morning storytime and craft! This month's theme is farm animals.

Literacy | Reading is FUNdamental - Building Speech, Language, and Emergent Literacy Skills

Sat, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Would you like to learn how to build your child's speech, language, and emergent literacy skills while reading together? If so, this series is for you!

Family | Child Safety Storytime - with Special Guest Erica Pope

Sat, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dacula Branch

Join us for a special safety themed storytime with special guest Erica Pope

Finance & Budget | Building Financial Resilience - Using ValueLine for Novice Investors

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lilburn Branch

For those who want to learn about investing and need to know a good place to start. We'll explore Value Line, a resource provided free of charge to GCPL cardholders.

STEM - Engineering | Mad Hatter Hats

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Dacula Branch

Join us at the Dacula branch where we'll create Mad Hatter hats! Kids will explore their creativity and design their own unique hats. Materials provided while supplies last.

STEM - Science | Family STEM Saturday - Erupting Prehistoric Tar Pits

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Norcross Branch

"Tar Pits: Where Earth's Secrets Erupt!" Join us for a prehistoric themed experiment while excavating dinosaur bones.

Community | Korean Buchaechum Dance

Sat, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Duluth Branch

In partnering with Hansarang Church, Duluth branch library would like to invite you to join and learn about the traditional Korean Fan Dance, which is also known as Buchaechum.

2024 Gwinnett County Public Library Photo Annual - Exhibition Opening And Juror Talk

Sat, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Learning Lab Makerspace #127,Duluth Learning Lab Recording Studio #128

Support local and international Photographers by viewing their work at our Duluth Branch!

Gaming | Dungeons & Dragons!

Sun, Oct 13, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

Join us to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons! Jump right in with a one-shot run by experienced dungeon masters. Choose from prepared characters for a spooky adventure.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Sun, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Children practice reading skills one-on-one with a reading buddy trained in Active Reading.

Health and Wellness | Peace of Paper - Spooky Fall Paper Garlands!

Sun, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Discover the benefits of working with paper! Get creative & relax for a while as you make a fall or spooky-themed paper garland!

Gaming | Chess Club

Sun, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

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

Cancelled

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Mon, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual

Practice English conversation on a variety of topics

STEM - Science | Science Library: Grossology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+

Mon, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!

Rescheduled

Gaming | Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners - Adventures in the Painted World

Mon, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

New date Tuesday, October 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Join us in a surreal world of living paintings where adventurers work together to slay a dangerous beast and find their way home. No D&D experience (or personal dice) necessary!

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hamilton Mill Branch

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

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 15, 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.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

For kids ages 2 and under. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us at the Five Forks branch for Toddler Time! We read, sing, and play during this storytime, designed to target toddlers' developmental needs.

Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!

Education | History's Mysteries - For Teens & Adults

Tue, Oct 15, 11:00am - 11:15am

Virtual

Explore mysteries from history!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Tue, Oct 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Language Learning | Conversations In English

Tue, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual

Practice English conversation with themes each week on a variety of topics!

This event is full

Genealogy | Genealogy Club

Tue, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree from an experienced researcher.

Culinary Arts | Cooking Together - Pumpkin Swirl Brownies

Tue, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Adults! Join us as we try a new recipe together!

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

High School students come and tutor grade school kids on their homework or whatever is going on in school.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Senior Living | Exploring the Blue Zone Theory - Live Longer and Healthier

Tue, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Watch a slide show presentation inspired by the book "The Blue Zones Secrets for Living Longer."

Community | Math Club - Pokemon Card Game

Tue, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Build your math and critical thinking skills as you play the Pokemon Card game

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Education | Homework Help

Tue, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Gaming | Let's Role! - Dungeons & Dragons

Tue, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grayson Branch

Ready for adventure, but looking for a group to play with? Join us as we learn and play Dungeons and Dragons in a short-form campaign.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Tue, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dacula Branch

Learn and practice reading skills at the Dacula Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.

Learning Labs | Creative Engineering - Ganymede Station

Tue, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace #1

Teens aged 13-18 will explore engineering and architectural design by creating a moon base on Ganymede. They'll plan a thriving colony and showcase their innovative models and charts.

This event is full

Language Learning | Basic English For Spanish Speakers - Inglés básico para Hispanohablantes

Tue, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Need help learning English? Get help at the library with someone who speaks your language.

Community | Around Latin America in Games

Tue, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, learn how to play various board games from around Latin America! We will learn about the history of the games and spend time playing.

Arts | Guided Fall Birch Tree Painting

Tue, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Participants will learn about popular GA fall trees and create a guided birch tree painting.

Community | Library on Tap - at StillFire Brewing

Tue, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

StillFire Brewing - Taproom

Kickback with Gwinnett County Public Library at StillFire Brewing!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us at Snellville Library Branch for a storytime just for the little ones!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Wed, Oct 16, 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.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a morning of stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5).

Education | Ordena tu espacio para claridad mental

Wed, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

¿Tu casa siempre está desorganizada? Limpias y limpias pero nunca queda bien? Acompañamos para aprender cómo organizar tu casa y para tener claridad mental.

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room

Join us at Snellville Library for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for children ages 3-5.

Learning Lab - Sewing Machine Basics

Wed, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Five Forks Branch

Learn to use the library's sewing machines. Registration required.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 9 2024 at 1:00pm

STEM - Technology | From Pages to Pixels - Seniors Embrace Digital Literacy

Wed, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Beginner-friendly workshop aimed at seniors to learn essential computer skills in a supportive environment.

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Spooky Skittles Science

Wed, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grayson Branch

Calling all Homeschoolers! This month, join us for a fun science experiment with your Halloween Skittles candy.

Education | Bilingual Beginner ABC's

Wed, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Wed, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Five Forks Branch

Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader!

STEM - Technology | VR Field Trip : Canyons

Wed, Oct 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Come take a field trip in VR and experience some of the world's wonders first hand! This month, come learn about canyons!

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room

Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors. For grades K-8. Students will be assisted on a first come, first served basis.

Education | Reading Buddies

Wed, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Want to practice your reading skills with a friendly face? Join us for one on one practice with a buddy. This program takes place in the meeting room at the same time as Homework Help.

Education | Homework Help

Wed, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Buford-Sugar Hill Branch

Need help on subjects such as Language Arts, Math & Science? Our volunteer homework helpers can help students of all ages here at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch.

Voting | What's On Your Ballot? - Ballot Walkthrough

Wed, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Lilburn Branch

Learn what's on your ballot for the upcoming election.

Cancelled

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Collins Hill Branch

Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Conversations in English!

Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep - Hybrid

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dacula Branch

Are you about to take the exam and interview for US citizenship? Register for our eight-week course covering all subject matter related to the US Citizenship exam and interview.

This event is full

Community | Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Come celebrate two of the most famous artists, Pablo Picasso and Frida Kahlo, during Hispanic Heritage month. Learn about their different styles and complete two art pieces influenced by them.

Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Learning Lab Makerspace #1

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

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Wed, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

Do you want to practice your English conversational skills? Join us to practice English speaking skills with a variety of topics each week in a relaxed environment.

Book Club | The Murder With Friends Chapter!

Wed, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about the novel All Her Little Secrets by Wanda Morris.

Jobs & Careers | Mobile Career Lab

Thu, Oct 17, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Seeking Employment? Get help from the Mobile Career Lab.

Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Suwanee Branch

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

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dacula Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Peachtree Corners Branch

Early Learning | Storytime in the Park! - @Lilburn City Park

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Join Ms. Jana for a fun OUTDOORS storytime experience!

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Grayson Branch

Early Learning | Preschool Storytime

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Five Forks Branch

Join us for preschool storytime at the Five Forks branch. Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten! Ages 3-5.

Book Club | Cozy Mystrey Book Club

Thu, Oct 17, 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 "Finlay Donovan is Killing it" by Elle Cosimano.

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Constellations

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Peachtree Corners Branch

Our monthly get together for homeschooling families. This month we will learn about constellations and space.

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Norcross Branch

Join us at our Norcross library for stories, songs and movement!

Education | Homeschool Hangout - Great Halloween Costume Swap

Thu, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room

Join us for our exciting program series, which explores science with hands-on activities! This month, bring a Halloween costume and swap it for a different one.

Cancelled

Language Learning | Basic Korean Language

Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Duluth Branch

This will be a ten week session for people to learn and practice their basic Korean in a friendly and supportive environment. Registration Required.

Rescheduled

Community | Dungeons and Dragons and Donuts

Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:45pm

New date Thursday, October 24, 4:00pm - 5:45pm

Dacula Branch

Come to this program to meet like-minded teens and solve problems in a short-form campaign.

Arts | Foil Art - Be Creative!

Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lilburn Branch

We will be creating a beautiful and unique form of artistic expression that involves using gold foil sheets to create stunning metallic effects on various surfaces.

Arts | Quick Draw: Let's Learn Figure-Drawing!

Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norcross Branch

A program where aspiring artists can learn the basics of traditional art, figure-drawing, and how to utilize negative spaces in your pieces.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mountain Park Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.

STEM - Technology | Snap Circuit in Style

Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Learn the basics of circuitry and coding with hands-on Snap Circuits!

Literacy | Reading Buddies

Thu, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

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

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Education | Homework Help

Thu, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norcross Branch

Arts | Kids Read and Scrap Adventure - The Wild Robot: A Journey in Pages

Thu, Oct 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hamilton Mill Branch

To give tween tools to allow them to develop analytical and communication skills. Tweens will read the assigned book "The Wild Robot" by Peter Brown and communicate analysis through a scrapbook format.

Registration opens Tuesday, October 1 2024 at 10:00am

Education | Reading Buddies

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join us at the Duluth Branch for Reading Buddies where you can practice and become an active reader! Registration is required. Ages 6-11

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lilburn Branch

Practice conversational English with others. Learn about your local library and resources. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words.

Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:55pm

Five Forks Branch

Registration opens Thursday, September 26 2024 at 9:00am

Language Learning | Conversations in English

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norcross Branch

Join us to practice English conversation on a variety of topics each week; learn new phrases, and practice new terms with each other using fun games!

Community | My Child Won't Go to School - "Help! My Kid Won't Go To School!"

Thu, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

School administrators and parents are struggling to respond to the chronic absenteeism crisis. Join Dyslexia Specialist, Katie Fowle, M.Ed, and International Parent Coach, Sharoya Ham, to discuss their new book, "Help! My Kid Won't Go To School!"

Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Oct 18, 9:00am - 9:30am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for a virtual storytime, just for babies and their grownups!

Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets

Fri, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!

Early Learning | Toddler Time

Fri, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Join Ms. Sarah for a storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.

Learning Labs | Bros Who Sew - Drawstring Bag

Fri, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Learning Lab

Are you a teen who has already taken the sewing basics course and want to practice your sewing? Join us to learn about using the machine and sewing your own drawstring bag!

Registration opens Friday, October 11 2024 at 2:00pm

Health & Wellness | Healthy Aging & Caregiving Fair

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room

Learn more about healthy aging and family caregiving, related to cognitive decline, Alzheimer's disease, and other related dementias.

STEM - Science | Exploring Pumpkins Using the Five Senses

Sat, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lilburn Branch

Explore a pumpkin with a sensorial experience using the five senses

Ciudadanía | Novedades en las Leyes de Inmigración - Presentado por MIRA USA

Sat, Oct 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room

Participa en nuestro taller para entender las recientes actualizaciones en las leyes de inmigración.

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Early Learning | Pumpkins Storytime

Sat, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Suwanee Branch

Let's celebrate fall! Join Ms. Nikki for pumpkin themed stories, songs, and rhymes! Learn about how pumpkins grow, what's inside them, and make a fun craft!

Learning Labs | Intro to Adobe Premiere Pro

Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Centerville Branch - Centerville Learning Lab

Join the Learning Labs as we show you the basics of Adobe Premiere Pro!

Registration opens Saturday, October 12 2024 at 9:00am

Kindergarten Readiness | Letter Camp

Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dacula Branch

It's time to learn our letters! Join us this month to focus on early literacy activities to explore the alphabet. For ages 3+

Hobbies | Bad Art : Pop Art

Sat, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrenceville Branch

Art doesn't need to be perfect. Join us to paint terrible Pop Art and relieve stress.

Community | Storytime and Culture Craft - Haiti

Sat, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grayson Branch

Join Ms.Becca for a storytime to learn about Haiti's country and culture! We will sing songs and read stories so children can learn about Haitian culture and celebrate its vibrant traditions. Then, we will create a Haitian mountain landscape for our craft.

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