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Summer Reading | Summer Reading Bonanza

Author Event & Carnival!
2023-06-14 11:00:00 2023-06-14 12:30:00 America/New_York Summer Reading | Summer Reading Bonanza Join us at the Lilburn branch for a fun morning with children?s author Shelly Anand, as she reads her books, followed by crafts, outdoor activities and more. Lilburn Branch -

Wednesday, June 14
11:00am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-14 11:00:00 2023-06-14 12:30:00 America/New_York Summer Reading | Summer Reading Bonanza Join us at the Lilburn branch for a fun morning with children?s author Shelly Anand, as she reads her books, followed by crafts, outdoor activities and more. Lilburn Branch -

Join us at the Lilburn branch for a fun morning with children?s author Shelly Anand, as she reads her books, followed by crafts, outdoor activities and more.

The Lilburn Branch will be kicking off Summer Reading with a variety of activities for the entire family!

The event will start with children's author Shelly Anand, reading her stories that fall into this year's theme of Camp Kindness. The event will be followed by a series of crafts and carnival-style stations with a variety of activities, games, and more!

We will be highlighting library resources, have guests from the learning lab to share their resources, and if the weather permits, outdoor games and sidewalk chalk will also be taking place outdoors in the library parking lot and amphitheater area.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading | Learning Labs | Family | Explore the Library |

Lilburn Branch
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Mon, Sep 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 26 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
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Fri, Sep 29 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 01 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Family | Weekend Storytime
Sat, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Community - Mid-Autumn Festival and Chinese Cultural Celebration
Sat, Sep 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Join us in welcoming the Chinese Cultural School of Atlanta (CCSA)! We will be celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival. There will be music, hands-on activities like calligraphy, cultural demonstrations, and more!
Learning Labs | Intro to Screenwriting
Sat, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join GCPL Learning Labs and learn the basics of how to write a screenplay!
Registration is now closed
Canceled
Jobs & Careers | Career Clinic - A Lunch and Learn Workshop
Sat, Sep 30, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Bring your own lunch and join us for Career Clinic. Rehab your resume, cover letter, and interview skills with current best practices.
Book Club | Fiction Lover's Non-Fiction Book Club
Sat, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join our book club each month as we explore the best of what nonfiction has to offer, from memoirs and essays to science and history! This month's book: "The Nineties" by Chuck Klosterman.
Culinary Arts | Cookbook Club
Sat, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Making recipes from this month's book selection Lighten Up, Y'all by Virginia Willis isn't required, but a love for cooking is! Come in to discuss and discover the best tips and tricks for making your meals the tastiest they can be.
STEM - Mathematics | OneInMath
Sat, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch
A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.
Registration is now closed
Culinary Arts | Cookbook Club
Sat, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Making recipes from the book selection for this month is not required, but a love for cooking is! Come in to discuss the best tips and tricks for making your meals the better.
STEM - Science | Nature Science - Pinecone Science Experiment
Sat, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Have you ever wondered what causes pinecones to open and close? Well now you can learn how by doing a simple science experiment.
Registration is now closed
Early Learning | Family Storytime - with special guest Tamara Anderson
Sat, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Guest Author Tamara Anderson comes to Family Storytime to share her multicultural books with us!
Literacy | Shakespeare Out Loud!
Sat, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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A Group Reading of King Lear, Shakespeare's Banned Play
Literacy | Banned Books Week
Sun, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
This year, Banned Book Week is October 1-7th. View this video program to learn about the history of Banned Books Week and why this topic is important to libraries and our community.
Education | Raising Highly Capable Kids
Sun, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Parents will build community over the course of this 13-week program. Through interactive, practical, and hands-on tools to engage, parents will learn the essential building blocks that can maximize their child's potential and empower the whole family.
Culinary Arts | International Coffee Day - Spice Up Your Cup of Coffee
Sun, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch
Tired of having the same cup of coffee? Come gain inspiration to spice up your coffee at home.
Gaming | Chess Club
Sun, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. For ages 8 and up.
Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom
Mon, Oct 02, All day
Virtual
Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!
STEM - Science | Science Library: Scary Science - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Oct 02, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.
This event is full
Early Learning | Storytime in the Park - @Alexander Park Pavilion #4
Mon, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
LOCATION CHANGE! Join us for a FUN outdoor storytime experience at Pavilion #4!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, 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.
Education | Homeschool Hangout - Aerodynamics
Mon, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Homeschool students will learn about the different aspects of STEAM with hands-on activities.
This event is full
Language Learning | Basic English for Japanese Speakers copy
Mon, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
A virtual meeting for speakers of Japanese to practice English.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Community | Library-on-the-Move! - At Alexander Park
Mon, Oct 02, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Borrow a book from the GCPL Book Mobile!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 02, 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).
Education | Homeschool Hangout - Aerodynamics
Mon, Oct 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Dacula Branch
Homeschool students will learn about the different aspects of STEAM with hands-on activities.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Snellville Branch
Practice conversational English with others. Learn about library resources which can help them develop their language skills.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!
Education | Homework Help
Mon, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!
Book Club | Page Flippers
Mon, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for Page Flippers, our monthly kids' book club! This month's theme is graphic novels/comics.
Education | K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math Club
Mon, Oct 02, 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!
Education | Homework Help & Reading Buddies
Mon, 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.
STEM - Mathematics | Crazy 8's Math Club
Mon, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Practicing math doesn't have to be boring!
This event is full
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
STEM - Technology | Digital Learning Workshop
Mon, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Are you interested in learning more about technology but don't know where to start? Join us for the Norcross Digital Learning Workshop 8-week series, where participants will learn about computer, internet, and email basics.
STEM - Science | School Age Science - Bats!
Mon, Oct 02, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us for our exciting program series exploring science with hands-on experiments! This month, we will be learning about bats.
Book Club | Harry Potter Book Club! - For Tweens & Teens, Grades 4+
Tue, Oct 03, All day
Virtual
Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Early Learning | Tummy Time
Tue, Oct 03, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 03, 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 03, 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 Education | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Help toddlers, age 2 and under, learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us for Toddler Time! We spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs targeting the developmental needs of toddlers.
Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
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Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more! Targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 03, 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.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 03, 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 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join virtually to practice English conversations. We focus on a variety of topics each week.
This event is full
Book Club | Mystery and Crime Novels - The Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware
Tue, Oct 03, 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 discuss "The Turn of the Key" by Ruth Ware.
STEM - Technology | Technology 101 - Your smartphone & Websites
Tue, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
A technology workshop that will teach you how to navigate both your smartphone and most websites. We will also be teaching the general iconography that tech uses to convey functions.
Arts | Falling for Fine Arts Series - Yayoi Kusama
Tue, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Learn about a famous artist and try out their art techniques for yourself!
Community | Celebrate World Postcard Day
Tue, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Learn the history of postcards and how they can be used to reach out to others.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, 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
Tue, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity one-on-one with an adult helper.
Register
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Cursive Camp
Tue, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
In this 4 day camp, learn the basics of cursive writing!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come; first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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 is required.
Gaming | Chess Club
Tue, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch
Come join our monthly chess club to play and learn Chess, Go, and other strategy games in a friendly environment.
Language Learning | Conversations in Spanish
Tue, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Explore the Library | Legal Resources at the Library
Tue, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
¿Busca una forma para una situación legal? Visite la biblioteca en Peachtree Corners para conocer los formularios legales que están disponibles para usar y descargar para uso personal.
Citizenship | First Time-Voting - Everything You Need To Know
Tue, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
The deadline for voter registration is October 10th! Come learn everything you need to vote in local elections.
Author Talk | Bestselling Historical Fiction Authors - Denny S. Bryce in conversation with Vanessa Riley
Tue, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join us for the book launch of bestselling author Denny S. Bryce's newest historical fiction novel, "The Other Princess."
Language Learning | Basic English for Spanish Speakers
Tue, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your English in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Early Learning | Storytime in English and Spanish
Tue, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a special bilingual storytime with student volunteers from Central Gwinnett High School's HoPe club!
Community | Cryptid Creatures Club - For Tweens & Teens, Grades 4+
Wed, Oct 04, All day
Virtual
CALLING ALL FANS OF CREEPY CREATURES!
Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers
Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 04, 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 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mountain Park Branch
Designed for babies and toddlers, this storytime uses simple books, music, and movement to introduce our youngest listeners to storytime.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Consumer Education | Understanding Medicare - Speak with a Specialist
Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Grayson Branch
Get unbiased guidance from a Certified Medicare Counselor about costs and coverage, comparing options, and enrolling in plans.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.
Health & Wellness | Cancer Prevention
Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us as representatives from the East Georgia Cancer Coalition provide tips and education for lowering your risk for cancer.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 04, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills, which help children become ready to read and promote school readiness.
Education | IDD - Open Your World Book Clubs
Wed, Oct 04, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Designed for adults and older teens with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, the club welcomes readers and aspiring readers to join together for reading, listening, and discussion of one book over the course of each session.
Register
STEM - Science | Mad Science
Wed, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Have you ever fantasized about becoming a mad scientist? Join us for the chance to conduct fun and educational experiments!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Come in and practice your conversational English while talking about various topics!
STEM - Science | Super Science: Straw Airplanes
Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us as we make a hoop glider airplane out of paper and straws and explore the science behind flight!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity one-on-one with an adult helper.
Register
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 04, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 04, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! First come, first serve.
Education | Homework Help & Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 04, 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.
Learning Lab | Intro to 3D Printing
Wed, Oct 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Learning Lab
Learn the basics of 3D Printing!
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Oct 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Oct 04, 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.
College Prep | Maximize Your Chance of College Admission
Wed, Oct 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us to learn about the college admissions process!
Learning Labs | Intro to Tinkercad
Wed, Oct 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Learn how to design 3D models with Tinkercad! This intuitive modeling program is easy to use and perfect for anyone just starting their journey with 3D printing.
Gaming | Chess Club
Wed, Oct 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set, or use one of ours!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Wed, Oct 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Study Room #122
Do you want to practice your English conversational skills? Join us for some practice speaking the English language in a relaxed environment.
Early Education | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
The program is open for kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. 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 | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 05, 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 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson branch for our Preschool Storytime, featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us at the Five Forks Library for our Preschool Storytime. We spend a fun-filled half-hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get your preschooler ready to learn. Ages 3ish-5.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Promoting early literacy skills by listening to stories, fingerplays, and singing songs. Gaining cognitive benefits and improving language skills through communication, listening, memory, and imagination.
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby?s pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Arts | Comedy Magic Show! - featuring Ken Scott
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Lilburn Branch
A free & fun magic show that kids won't want to miss!
Language Learning | Basic English for Chinese Speakers
Thu, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Learn basic conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Canceled
Senior Living | BrainBoosters!
Thu, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Bring your own lunch, meet other seniors, and stimulate your brain with programs, games, and conversations. Learn about health, community, library, and technology resources.
Arts | Children's Painting for Beginners
Thu, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn basic techniques for painting with acrylics in a class taught by a local artist.
This event is full
Literacy | Read with Mr. Bunbun
Thu, Oct 05, 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.
Fall Break Fun | Science Experiments for Kids
Thu, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch
With the help of leaders and volunteers, kids will gain an understanding of real scientific phenomena and learn how to draw conclusions from experiments - just like real scientists do.
Technology | Coding in Scratch
Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn about the Scratch programming language while creating a fun project for beginners!
Arts | Comedy Magic Show! - featuring Ken Scott
Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Grayson Branch
A free & fun magic show that kids won't want to miss!
Consumer Education | Teen Life - Safety at Home
Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
If disaster struck, would you be prepared? Whether your emergency plans require bunking down or leaving home to get to safety, learn how you can be ready with everything you need. This is part 1 of our Safety series.
Community | Dungeons, Dragons, and Donuts
Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Come to this program to meet like-minded teens and solve problems in a short-form campaign.
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Language Learning | Movies in English
Thu, Oct 05, 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!
Register
STEM - Science | Jr. Einstein - Sink or Float
Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Centerville Branch
Join us for STEM activities for Kindergarten to Second Graders! Today's main S.T.E.M. question is will it sink or float?
STEM - Engineering | STEM-tastic - Movement
Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us as we dive into movement-themed activities during this month of STEM-tastic. Recommended for grades 3-5.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Community | Celebrating Hispanic Heritage - Learning about Hispanic Culture and People
Thu, Oct 05, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us! Learn about the beautiful cultures, admire the landscapes, and see an outstanding performance by Alma Mexicana!
STEM - Mathematics | Crazy 8's Math Club - 3rd - 5th grade
Thu, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Kids will learn math by participating in high-energy math activities and learning numbers so they can handle math in real life. Join the Suwanee branch for 8 weeks of fun Math games.
Registration is now closed
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.
STEM - Technology | Aprendizaje Digital
Thu, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
¿Te interesa aprender más sobre tecnología pero no estás segura de cómo empezar? Acompáñenos en Norcross para el taller de Aprendizaje Digital (DigitalLearn) donde los participantes aprenderán lo básico sobre la computadora, internet y correo electrónico durante ocho semanas.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Conversations in English!
Book Club | Facts First - Nonfiction
Thu, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Each month, our Facts First book club chooses a theme from the Nonfiction section of the library, and members can pick any book with that topic to discuss with the group! Our theme this month is True Crime!
STEM - Mathematics | Math Club
Thu, Oct 05, 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.
Arts | Air Dry Clay Fall Decorations
Thu, Oct 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Take some time to relax your mind & connect with nature as we use fall nature finds to make fall-themed clay decorations!
Health & Wellness | Alzheimer Caregivers Support Group
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Branch to discuss issues and mental health involving the care of your loved ones with Alzheimer's.
Citizenship | U.S. Citizenship Classes
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join us in your journey towards U.S. citizenship in this FREE 8 week course learning the civics portion of the citizenship test while working on English reading and writing skills.
This event is full
Culinary Arts | Spooky Bento Boxes
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come learn how to make a spooky, fall themed healthy lunch that your child will be excited to eat!
Learning Labs | Sound Lab - Beat Making
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Audio production for beginners: Workstations, MIDI keyboards and Virtual Instruments. An entry level course on beat production and digital audio workstations.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 05, 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!
Register
Learning Labs | Intro to Photoshop for Extreme Beginners
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Five Forks Branch
Does Photoshop seem intimidating? For those who have minimal Photoshop experience or absolutely none at all, attend this event to start learning Photoshop from scratch!
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Fri, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Early Learning | Little Naturalist - Oceans
Fri, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us for our monthly Little Naturalist program, where we learn about different aspects of nature and make a craft to take home! For ages 5 and under with a caregiver.
Arts | Comedy Magic Show! - featuring Ken Scott
Fri, Oct 06, 11:00am - 11:45am
Hamilton Mill Branch
A free & fun magic show that kids won't want to miss!
Arts | Comedy Magic Show! - featuring Ken Scott
Fri, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Lawrenceville Branch
A free & fun magic show that kids won't want to miss!
Early Learning | Reading is FUNdamental - Building Speech, Language, and Emergent Literacy Skills
Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Do you believe that reading is fundamental? Would you like to learn how to build your child's speech, language, and emergent literacy skills while reading together? If so, this series is for you!
Early Learning | Preschool Exploration
Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us for a preschool program beyond storytime - we will have fun activities for everyone to enjoy and learn about different topics every month!
Learning Labs | Beginner Sewing - Create your own Zipper Pouch!
Sat, Oct 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Learning Lab Makerspace #127
Have you already taken the sewing basics course and want to practice your sewing? Join us to practice what you?ve learned by creating your zipper pouch
This event is full
Early Learning | Candy Corn Experiment
Sat, Oct 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
If you enjoy conducting experiments, come to the library to participate in a spooky stem experiment using candy corn! We will use the scientific method to find out which liquids make the candy dissolve!
STEM - Mathematics | OneInMath
Sat, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch
A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.
Genealogy | Genealogy Club
Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree. Topics vary at every meeting, guided by the interests of attendees.
Rescheduled
Library Talks | Banned Books Week Trivia
Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Saturday, October 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us at the Lawrenceville branch for Banned Books Week Trivia! The 2023 theme for Banned Books Week is ?Freedom to Read.?
Community | Let's Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Come and join us as we celebrate the contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
Health & Wellness | Family Yoga
Sat, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for a kid-friendly yoga session to learn basic yoga poses and mindfulness exercises to keep you grounded and healthy!
Book Club | A Better You Book Club: The Psychology of Money
Sat, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join "A Better You Book Club" to discuss ¨The Psychology of Money¨ by Morgan Housel to improve your wealth mindset.
Education | Raising Highly Capable Kids
Sun, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Parents will build community over the course of this 13-week program. Through interactive, practical, and hands-on tools to engage, parents will learn the essential building blocks that can maximize their child's potential and empower the whole family.
Arts | Craft a Mask
Sun, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Do you want to flex your artistic skills? Come to the library and celebrate Halloween by crafting a mask!
Literacy | Read to Mr. Bunbun
Sun, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Hop on over to the storytime pit to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.
STEM | Coding: 3D Space Invaders Game!
Sun, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Code the classic space invaders game in 3D, while learning about the basics of game development, motion in 3D space and learn fundamental programming concepts.
Family | Caregivers Wisdom Circle
Sun, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
We'd like to offer caregivers a sanctuary to decompress, rejuvenate, and network with other caregivers who are on a similar path.
Register
Learning Labs | Create Your Own Podcast
Sun, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Learning Lab
Are you interested in starting a podcast? Register for this workshop, where we cover equipment, recording/editing, and publishing your podcast.
Gaming | Chess Club
Sun, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. Second Sunday of every month.
Art | A History of Senbazuru: 1000 Paper Cranes
Sun, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn about the rich cultural significance of Senbazuru, the ancient Japanese art of folding 1000 paper cranes, the story of Sadako, a Japanese girl injured in the Hiroshima bombing, and her message of peace. Make a paper crane to continue her legacy.
STEM - Science | Science Library: Scary Science - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Oct 09, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Canceled
Podcast | Spill Lit - A YA Podcast - Every Trick (or Treat) in the Book Pt 1
Mon, Oct 09, All day
Virtual
GCPL's own podcast about YA literature!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Early Learning | Tummy Time
Tue, Oct 10, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 10, 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 Education | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Help toddlers, age 2 and under, learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us for Toddler Time! We spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs targeting the developmental needs of toddlers.
Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more! Targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Early Learning | Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! We read stories, enjoy music & movement while we explore early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 10, 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.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Tue, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join virtually to practice English conversations. We focus on a variety of topics each week.
This event is full
Health & Wellness | Local Housing & Mental Health resources
Tue, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Helps adults know how to utilize the library to find resources as well as locate resources independently
Health & Wellness | Finding Resources - for Housing and Mental Health
Tue, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Helps adults know how to utilize the library to find resources as well as locate resources independently
Education | IDD - Open Your World Book Club - Adults/Teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Tue, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Open Your World Online Book Clubs are for readers and aspiring readers to continue building their literacy skills by reading and discussing stories together. We use adapted novels and short stories.
Arts | Falling for Fine Arts Series - Kehinde Wiley
Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Learn about a famous artist and try out their art techniques for yourself!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Education | Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Branch
Tue, Oct 10, 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.
STEM - Technology | VR Field Trip: Safari Ride
Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Come take a field trip in VR and experience some of the world's wonders first hand! This month, come face to face with lions, tigers, and black leopards in their natural habitat!
Early Learning | ABC Write with Me - Picture Book Creation
Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Handwriting hard to read? Have a reluctant writer? Come strengthen your child's writing developmental skills by practicing with us while writing a picture book! Grades K-3.
Explore the Library | Digital Resources - for Elementary and Kindergarten
Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us to learn which digital resources will help your children succeed in school. Acompáñanos y aprenden de nuestros recursos digitales para que puedan ayudar a sus niños a tener éxito en la escuela.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Oct 10, 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 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity one-on-one with an adult helper.
Register
Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids - Cranberry Sauce
Tue, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
A cooking program for children and their accompanying adults.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Cursive Camp
Tue, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
In this 4 day camp, learn the basics of cursive writing!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come; first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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 is required.
Language Learning | French Club
Tue, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Bonjour! Join us for an exciting time filled with games, songs, mini-lessons, and more, all in French! This month, learn about numbers / les nombres!
Early Learning | Fire Safety Storytime
Tue, Oct 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Branch for a storytime about fire trucks and fire safety and then see a fire truck up close!
Gaming | Chess Knight - A Fun Club
Tue, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Love to play chess or interested in learning to play? Join us twice a month for an hour of gameplay. All levels and ages are welcome.
Language Learning | Conversations in Spanish
Tue, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Book Club | ATL Reads Virtual Book Club - "Things We Do in the Dark" by Jennifer Hillier
Tue, Oct 10, 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.
Language Learning | Basic English for Spanish Speakers
Tue, Oct 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your English in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers
Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 11, 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 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners. Ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mountain Park Branch
Designed for babies and toddlers, this storytime uses simple books, music, and movement to introduce our youngest listeners to storytime.
Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime
Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Join us for tummy time, fun sing-alongs, and stories for parent and baby bonding and an early educational start!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Learning Lab | Sewing Machine Basics
Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Learning Lab
Learn to set up and operate a sewing machine.
This event is full
Early Learning | C.A.R.E Storytime
Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to C.A.R.E. Storytime w/Ms. Danielle! We will read stories, enjoy music & movement while we explore early literacy in a fun group setting for children with intellectual or developmental disabilities ages 3 through 7.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah at the Duluth branch for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and Kindergarten readiness skills!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.
Education | Homeschool Hangout
Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Find community with fellow homeschoolers! This month we will be talking about fun fall activities and doing some fun fall crafts.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
Early Learning | Music and Movement
Wed, Oct 11, 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 11, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills, which help children become ready to read and promote school readiness.
Author Talk | Piecing Together American Health Care
Wed, Oct 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom
Award-winning physician and author, Dr. Ilana Yurkiewicz, discusses how pervasive cracks in the health care system cost us time, energy, and lives, and how we can fix them.
Education | IDD - Open Your World Book Clubs
Wed, Oct 11, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Designed for adults and older teens with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, the club welcomes readers and aspiring readers to join together for reading, listening, and discussion of one book over the course of each session.
Register
Education | Homeschool Hangout - Dem Bones, Dem Skeleton Bones
Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Gets homeschoolers excited about the human skeleton system. Learn how cartilage helps the body move in the joints and spine.
Book Club | The Homeschoolers
Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Do you love books and want to talk about them? Join us for a discussion and activity about this month's selection, "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl.
STEM - Science | Mad Science
Wed, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Have you ever fantasized about becoming a mad scientist? Join us for the chance to conduct fun and educational experiments!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Come in and practice your conversational English while talking about various topics!
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Oct 11, 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.
Hobbies | Awesome Art - Easy Origami
Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Budding artist? Join us! Create art with a variety of materials and methods. This month we will be learning simple origami.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity one-on-one with an adult helper.
Register
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! First come, first serve.
Culinary Arts | Affordable Spooky Drinks
Wed, Oct 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Culinary Arts at Centerville! Would you like something delicious and spooky? Join us as we learn how to make an affordable and festive drink!
Hobbies | Spin a Yarn - Crochet 101
Wed, Oct 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us as we go through the basic tools, stitches, and techniques of your newest crafting obsession: Crochet.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Oct 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Book Club | My First Book Club
Wed, Oct 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch
Do you love to read? Join our book club, find a new story you might love, and meet others who love reading as much as you do.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Oct 11, 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.
Hobbies | Guitar Club - For Tweens and Teens, Ages 10+
Wed, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Learn basic acoustic guitar skills!
Register
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Wed, Oct 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room
Do you want to practice your English conversational skills? Join us for some practice speaking the English language in a relaxed environment.
Early Learning | Pajama Storytime
Wed, Oct 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Stories, Songs & Rhymes! Join us for storytime at night!
Author Talk | Exploring Latine Women Authors - Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Wed, Oct 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom
Join Sandra Guzmán, editor of "Daughters of Latin America," as she discusses the groundbreaking anthology of Latine women authors.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This program introduces children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing. Ages 3-5.
Early Education | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
The program is open for kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. 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 | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 12, 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 | Storytime in the Park - At Lilburn City Park
Thu, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
Join us for a FUN outdoor storytime experience!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 12, 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!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us at the Five Forks Library for our Preschool Storytime. We spend a fun-filled half-hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get your preschooler ready to learn. Ages 3ish-5.
Community | Norcross Connect - Fall Leaves Bowl
Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Socialize with members of your community while learning a new skill.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Promoting early literacy skills by listening to stories, fingerplays, and singing songs. Gaining cognitive benefits and improving language skills through communication, listening, memory, and imagination.
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby?s pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Community | Library-on-the-Move! - At Lilburn City Park
Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Offsite
Borrow a book from the GCPL Book Mobile!
Health & Wellness | Support for Cancer Patients
Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us as representatives from the East Georgia Cancer Coalition provide tips for self-care and other resources for cancer patients.
Language Learning | Basic English for Chinese Speakers
Thu, Oct 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Learn basic conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Book Club | Hybrid Book Club - The Interestings
Thu, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a friendly discussion on The Interestings by Meg Wolitzer
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Community | Mobile Fire Safety House
Thu, Oct 12, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Book Club | Kids Book Club - Family History Month
Thu, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Each month we will pick a theme for our kid's book club.
Community | History Seekers - Celebrating Hispanic & Native American Heritage
Thu, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Come and celebrate Hispanic and Native American Heritage at Suwanee! Learn how Native American and Hispanic Heritage are related, and try some delicious Elote!
STEM - Mathematics | Crazy 8's Math Club - 3rd - 5th grade
Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Kids will learn math by participating in high-energy math activities and learning numbers so they can handle math in real life. Join the Suwanee branch for 8 weeks of fun Math games.
Registration is now closed
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come; first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Health & Wellness | Hiking 101
Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Fall is a great time to start hiking! Come learn the basics of hiking and how to find local hiking trails.
Gaming | Magic - The Gathering
Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come take a dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering! Open to beginners and experienced players alike.
STEM - Technology | Aprendizaje Digital
Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
¿Te interesa aprender más sobre tecnología pero no estás segura de cómo empezar? Acompáñenos en Norcross para el taller de Aprendizaje Digital (DigitalLearn) donde los participantes aprenderán lo básico sobre la computadora, internet y correo electrónico durante ocho semanas.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Conversations in English!
Citizenship | U.S. Citizenship Classes
Thu, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join us in your journey towards U.S. citizenship in this FREE 8 week course learning the civics portion of the citizenship test while working on English reading and writing skills.
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Community | Mexican Culture: Become a Luchador!
Thu, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Ca-Chow! Learn about Luchadores and make your very own Luchador mask! Available for all ages.
Arts | Comics Club - Drawing Monsters
Thu, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch
Learn the basics of how to draw monsters, spooky or sweet, and include them in your comics or personal artwork.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing - With the Prusa Printer
Thu, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Learning Lab
Come and explore the world of 3D printing. We'll discuss the history, future, software, and basics of 3D printing. You'll also learn what you need to know to use our Learning Lab 3D Printers.
Entrepreneurship | Build a Successful Business - Small Biz Series
Thu, Oct 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
A workshop designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners with the essential knowledge and tools to transform their ideas into thriving ventures.
Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
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Early Learning | Storytime @ the Park
Fri, Oct 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Offsite
You are invited to our outdoor storytime at the Dacula Park Pavilion (near the volleyball court) on Fridays at 11 am!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah at the Duluth branch for a storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under. Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!
Health & Wellness | Cancer Prevention
Fri, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us as representatives from the East Georgia Cancer Coalition provide tips and education for lowering your risk for cancer.
Early Learning | Paw Patrol Storytime
Fri, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Save the day with your favorite furry friends! Listen to PAW Patrol stories, dance along to your favorite theme song, and complete challenges to become a member of the PAW Patrol.
Education | Communication Through the Ages
Fri, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us as we explore the ways communication has changed and developed over the years.
STEM - Science | Candy Core Sampling
Fri, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
It's Earth Science Week! Join us as we learn about the Earth's past by exploring core sampling, then make your very own core samples out of candy.
Jobs & Career | Búsqueda de trabajo en línea - Online Job Search
Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
This Spanish language program will introduce you to GCPL's digital resources available to job-seekers. Este programa en Español le presentará los recursos digitales de GCPL disponibles para las personas buscando empleo.
Early Learning | Weekend Storytime
Sat, Oct 14, 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.
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
Children ages 5-10 are invited to read to a friendly dog.
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, Oct 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Children are invited to read to a trained friendly dog registered with Therapy Dogs International. Reading materials are based on a monthly theme.
STEM - Mathematics | OneInMath
Sat, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch
A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.
STEM - Technology | Unity Shaders
Sat, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Like gaming? Want to learn how to make your own cool texture effects? Come learn how to shader code!
Learning Lab | Robotics: EV3 Maze Run
Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Learning Lab
Code one of our pre-built robots to follow a maze!
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Library Talks | Banned Books Week Trivia
Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us at the Lawrenceville branch for Banned Books Week Trivia! The 2023 theme for Banned Books Week is ?Freedom to Read.?
Book Club | A Killer Book Club
Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Please join fellow Mystery/Suspense enthusiasts to discuss our next choice, "Daisy Darker" by Alice Feeney.
Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics
Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lilburn 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!
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Family | Child Safety Storytime
Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a special safety-themed storytime with special guest Erica Pope.
Explore the Library | Kanopy - Looking Through a Latin American Lens
Sat, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Snellville Branch
Learn how to use Kanopy and watch a short documentary about Latinos in America.
2023 GCPL Photo Annual Exhibition Opening and Juror Talk
Sat, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch
Support local and International Photographers by viewing their work at our Duluth Branch!
Author Talk | Zoe Fishman
Sat, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch
Meet award-winning author Zoe Fishman as she discusses her newest novel, "The Fun Widow's Book Tour," a funny, moving story of friendship and resilience.
Education | Raising Highly Capable Kids
Sun, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Parents will build community over the course of this 13-week program. Through interactive, practical, and hands-on tools to engage, parents will learn the essential building blocks that can maximize their child's potential and empower the whole family.
Learning Labs | Sound Lab - Beatmaking
Sun, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Learning Lab Makerspace #1
Join us for an entry level course on beat production and digital audio workstations using MIDI keyboards and virtual instruments.
Literacy | Read with Mr. Bunbun
Sun, Oct 15, 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.
Health & Wellness | Kids Yoga
Sun, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for a moment of relaxation. Learn different breathing techniques and an easy yoga flow.
Author Talk | Meet BA!LEY, Author of "In the Wind"
Sun, Oct 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Snellville Branch
Meet BA!LEY, the author of "In The Wind". She will read her new book with purpose-filled affirmations to inspire, uplift, and encourage all ages!
STEM - Science | Science Library: Scary Science - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Oct 16, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.
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Early Learning | Storytime in the Park - @Alexander Park Pavilion #4
Mon, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
LOCATION CHANGE! Join us for a FUN outdoor storytime experience at Pavilion #4!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, 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 | Toddler Time
Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! We read stories, enjoy music & movement while we explore early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.
Health & Wellness | Tips for Healthy Eating & Exercising
Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us as representatives from the East Georgia Cancer Coalition provide information about the importance of a healthy diet, the importance of drinking water, and recommendations for exercises that can be done at home.
Community | Library-on-the-Move! - At Alexander Park
Mon, Oct 16, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Borrow a book from the GCPL Book Mobile!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 16, 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).
Education | I/DD - Your Best Life Skills
Mon, Oct 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual
Join Pat Satterfield of the Dunamis Educational Foundation as she presents life skills topics for adults and teens with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. This month's topic is: Transportation.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Snellville Branch
Practice conversational English with others. Learn about library resources which can help them develop their language skills.
Community | Beginner's Guide to Attending Conventions - What to Expect!
Mon, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us to learn the do's and don'ts of attending conventions, planning, and what to expect at your first convention!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!
Education | Homework Help
Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!
Arts | Hand Embroidery Social
Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Calling all hand-embroiderers! The Centerville branch invites you out to work on your latest project while connecting with other stitchers in the community! All skill levels are welcome.
Book Club | Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club - Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grayson Branch
A crime, a disappearance, or a mysterious happening- if trouble's brewing, it may be on our menu! Join Grayson's Mystery Book Club in reading this month's selection, Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grayson Branch
Learn and practice read-aloud skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy!
Education | K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math Club
Mon, Oct 16, 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!
Education | Homework Help & Reading Buddies
Mon, 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.
STEM - Mathematics | Crazy 8's Math Club
Mon, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Practicing math doesn't have to be boring!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us in person for Conversations in English on Mondays!
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STEM - Mathematics | Code Your Name
Mon, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn how to write binary code (the two-digit number system that computers use to communicate) by making 8-bits (binary code) with your name using goldfish crackers.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
STEM - Technology | Digital Learning Workshop
Mon, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Are you interested in learning more about technology but don't know where to start? Join us for the Norcross Digital Learning Workshop 8-week series, where participants will learn about computer, internet, and email basics.
Book Club | Virtual Rainbow Book Club
Mon, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Attention LGBTQIA2S+ community! Please join us for our Virtual Rainbow Book Club. We will be reading Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe (available on our digital resource, Comics Plus!).
Familia | Programa de Parentalidad Positiva - Presentado por Ser Familia
Mon, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Norcross Branch
Triple P (Programa de Parentalidad Positiva) brinda a padres y madres de familia estrategias simples y prácticas para ayudarlos a manejar el comportamiento de sus hijos, prevenir el desarrollo de problemas y fomentar una vida fuerte y saludable.
STEM | NASA @ My Library - International Observe the Moon Night
Mon, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Norcross Branch
International Observe the Moon Night is a time to come together with fellow Moon enthusiasts and curious people worldwide.
Book Club | Harry Potter Book Club! - For Tweens & Teens, Grades 4+
Tue, Oct 17, All day
Virtual
Share your love of the Harry Potter universe with other fans!
Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom
Tue, Oct 17, All day
Virtual
Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Early Learning | Tummy Time
Tue, Oct 17, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 17, 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 17, 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 Education | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Help toddlers, age 2 and under, learn to be attentive and follow directions, develop a love of stories and books, and develop reading readiness skills.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us for Toddler Time! We spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs targeting the developmental needs of toddlers.
Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
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Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more! Targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Early Learning | Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! We read stories, enjoy music & movement while we explore early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 17, 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.
Health & Wellness | Healthy Eating & Exercising
Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Tips from the East Georgia Cancer Coalition for healthy eating & exercising.
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Tue, Oct 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special lapsit storytime for infants. This program will introduce books, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their parent or caregiver. Using movement activities and baby sign language, infants will discover a variety of ways to interact with others!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 17, 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 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join virtually to practice English conversations. We focus on a variety of topics each week.
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Genealogy | Genealogy Club
Tue, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree. Topics vary at every meeting, guided by the interests of attendees.
Community | Beginner's Guide to Attending Conventions - What to Expect!
Tue, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us to learn the do's and don'ts of attending conventions, planning, and what to expect at your first convention!
Education | IDD - Open Your World Book Club - Adults/Teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Tue, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Open Your World Online Book Clubs are for readers and aspiring readers to continue building their literacy skills by reading and discussing stories together. We use adapted novels and short stories.
Arts | Falling for Fine Arts Series - Vincent Van Gogh
Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Learn about a famous artist and try out their art techniques for yourself!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Education | Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Branch
Tue, Oct 17, 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.
Family | Interactive Storytime
Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Interactive Storytime. We are reading stories and exploring literacy in an interactive way for families with children from PreK to 2nd grade.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, 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
Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity one-on-one with an adult helper.
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Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Cursive Camp
Tue, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
In this 4 day camp, learn the basics of cursive writing!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
STEM - Mathematics | Math Club - Pokemon Card Game
Tue, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch
Build your math and critical thinking skills as you play the Pokemon Card game.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come; first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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 is required.
Language Learning | Conversations in Spanish
Tue, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Writing | Emoji Poetry
Tue, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Create a poem inspired by or using only emojis
Book Club| Moonlighting Book Club
Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room
Join us on the third Tuesday of every month to discuss a preselected book. This month's book is "Vanessa Yu's Magical Paris Tea Shop" by Roselle Lim.
Language Learning | Basic English for Spanish Speakers
Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your English in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Author Talk | Poetry Reading with Melania Luisa Marte - "Plantains and Our Becoming"
Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom
Enjoy Melania Luisa Marte reading from her new collection of poems which looks at the identities and histories of the Dominican Republic and Haiti to celebrate and center the Black diasporic experience.
Community | Cryptid Creatures Club - For Tweens & Teens, Grades 4+
Wed, Oct 18, All day
Virtual
CALLING ALL FANS OF CREEPY CREATURES!
Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers
Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
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Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 18, 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 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners. Ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mountain Park Branch
Designed for babies and toddlers, this storytime uses simple books, music, and movement to introduce our youngest listeners to storytime.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Learning Lab | Intro to 3D Printing
Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Learning Lab
Learn the basics of 3D Printing!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah at the Duluth branch for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and Kindergarten readiness skills!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 18, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills, which help children become ready to read and promote school readiness.
STEM - Science | Mad Science
Wed, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Have you ever fantasized about becoming a mad scientist? Join us for the chance to conduct fun and educational experiments!
STEM - Science | Homeschool Hangout - The Skeletal System
Wed, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grayson Branch
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us for a fun, hands-on STEM lesson about the skeletal system.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Come in and practice your conversational English while talking about various topics!
Early Learning | Fairy Tales Around the World - Philippines
Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a global storytime featuring stories from the Philippines. Afterward, we will make buzzing mosquito noisemakers for everyone to take home!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity one-on-one with an adult helper.
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Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 18, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 18, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! First come, first serve.
Culinary Arts | Family Cooking - Jack-O-Lantern Smoothies
Wed, Oct 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Culinary Arts at Centerville! Would you like something quick, delicious, and holiday approved? Join us as we learn how to make Jack-O-Lantern Smoothies.
Education | Homework Help & Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 18, 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.
Learning Labs | Intro to Digital Illustration
Wed, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Learn the basics of digital illustration and the tools used to create digital artwork in this interactive presentation.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Oct 18, 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.
Hobbies | Guitar Club - For Tweens and Teens, Ages 10+
Wed, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Learn basic acoustic guitar skills!
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Book Club | Fantasy Book Club - Reading The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, by V.E. Schwab
Wed, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us at the library to read and discuss the book The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, by V.E. Schwab.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room
Do you want to practice your English conversational skills? Join us for some practice speaking the English language in a relaxed environment.
Book Club | The Murder With Friends Chapter! - Our Virtual Murder Mystery Book Club
Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Join us for a friendly and enlightening discussion about the novel Iron Lake by William Kent Krueger.
Book Club | Rainbow Reads
Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us every month for a discussion of LGBTQIA+ literature! This month, we'll be reading 'The Stonewall Reader.'
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This program introduces children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing. Ages 3-5.
Early Education | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Peachtree Corners Branch
The program is open for kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. 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 | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 19, 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 | Storytime in the Park - At Lilburn City Park
Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
Join us for a FUN outdoor storytime experience!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 19, 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!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us at the Five Forks Library for our Preschool Storytime. We spend a fun-filled half-hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get your preschooler ready to learn. Ages 3ish-5.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Promoting early literacy skills by listening to stories, fingerplays, and singing songs. Gaining cognitive benefits and improving language skills through communication, listening, memory, and imagination.
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby?s pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Education | Homeschool Hangout - Bats
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join our new program for homeschoolers. Meet new friends and learn new things. This month's program is about Bats! Registration Requested
Community | Library-on-the-Move! - At Lilburn City Park
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Offsite
Borrow a book from the GCPL Book Mobile!
Book Club | Cozy Mystery Book Club
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join us on the third Thursday of every month to discuss a preselected Cozy Mystery book. This month's book is "Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead" By Elle Cosimano.
Language Learning | Basic English for Chinese Speakers
Thu, Oct 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Learn basic conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Education | Home School Hangout - Bats
Thu, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us for our exciting program series exploring science with hands-on experiments! This month, join us as we learn about bats!
Community | Celebrating Filipino Heritage - Sari Sari Festival
Thu, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
October is Filipino American History Month. Learn about Filipino cultural heritage with a book reading, presentation, and art project.
STEM - Engineering | Lego Challenge
Thu, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for an afternoon of LEGO!
Book Club | The Next Chapter Suwanee Book Club
Thu, Oct 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion on "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera.
Community | Dungeons, Dragons, and Donuts
Thu, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Come to this program to meet like-minded teens and solve problems in a short-form campaign.
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Language Learning | Movies in English
Thu, Oct 19, 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!
Register
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.
STEM - Engineering | STEM-tastic - Movement
Thu, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us as we dive into movement-themed activities during this month of STEM-tastic. Recommended for grades 3-5.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
Health & Wellness | Be Active Gwinnett Day
Thu, Oct 19, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch
Come Be Active to spread health awareness and do activities that can help make you more healthy. Hula hoops, jump ropes, and more. Let's get physical!
STEM - Mathematics | Crazy 8's Math Club - 3rd - 5th grade
Thu, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Kids will learn math by participating in high-energy math activities and learning numbers so they can handle math in real life. Join the Suwanee branch for 8 weeks of fun Math games.
Registration is now closed
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come; first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Family | Family Traditions: Family Safety Plan
Thu, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us for a family preparedness program. Learn about fire safety, hurricane/storm preparations, and all things SAFETY for you and your family.
STEM - Technology | Aprendizaje Digital
Thu, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
¿Te interesa aprender más sobre tecnología pero no estás segura de cómo empezar? Acompáñenos en Norcross para el taller de Aprendizaje Digital (DigitalLearn) donde los participantes aprenderán lo básico sobre la computadora, internet y correo electrónico durante ocho semanas.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Conversations in English!
STEM - Mathematics | Math Club
Thu, Oct 19, 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.
Health & Wellness | Alzheimer Caregivers Support Group
Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us at the Dacula Branch to discuss issues and mental health involving the care of your loved ones with Alzheimer's.
Citizenship | U.S. Citizenship Classes
Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join us in your journey towards U.S. citizenship in this FREE 8 week course learning the civics portion of the citizenship test while working on English reading and writing skills.
This event is full
Jobs & Careers | Interviewing - Nail Your Job Interview
Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
How well do you want your job interview to go? Really wonderful? Then join us at the Library to learn tips and techniques to ace your next interview. You will learn about everything from dressing to leaving the room. See you soon!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 19, 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!
Register
Learning Labs | Editing & Printing High Quality (Raw) Images
Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Five Forks Branch
Attend this program to learn about editing raw files with Camera Raw and Adobe Lightroom to make the best of your work, and then print out beautiful photos. Bring your favorite photos in raw or any other format!
Registration opens Monday, October 9 2023 at 9:00am
STEM - Science | Observe the Moon Night
Thu, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Snellville Branch
Celebrate International Observe the Moon Night by learning about planetary science, moon phases, and by observing the moon!
Citizenship | Citizenship Clinic - Presented by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta
Fri, Oct 20, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Register
Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Early Learning | Music & Movement
Fri, Oct 20, 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!
Education | Homeschool Hangout
Fri, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Snellville Branch
An opportunity for homeschool parents to share resources, while kids participate in a library-lead activity.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah at the Duluth branch for a storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under. Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!
Health & Wellness |Support for Caregivers of Cancer Patients
Fri, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us as representatives from the East Georgia Cancer Coalition provide tips for self-care and other resources for caregivers of cancer patients.
Health & Wellness | Understanding Arthritis - Manage Your Symptoms with Body Movement
Fri, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Dr. Lorilen Hencock will teach strategies to help manage your symptoms.
Learning Labs | Lithophane 3D Printing - Pumpkin Lithophane
Fri, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Do you love Halloween but don't want to clean out pumpkins every year? Join the Learning Labs as we learn how to prepare and print a Pumpkin Lithophane using our 3D printers!
Health & Wellness | Healthy Aging and Family Caregiving Fair
Sat, Oct 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Learn more about healthy aging and family caregiving, related to cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease or other related dementias.
Family | Weekend Storytime
Sat, Oct 21, 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.
STEM - Engineering | Lego Club
Sat, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a morning of Lego fun! Children, ages 5 & up can build cities, creatures, robots, and more. Drop in and see what you can build with friends or your family!
Family | Civic Storytime
Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
Meet Dacula?s state representative for district 105, Farooq Mughal, for a civic storytime!
Community | Firefighter Storytime
Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us for a Firefighter storytime with Gwinnett Fire Station #3.
Hobbies | Crochet Class - Mini Pumpkin Earrings!
Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join our once-a-month series on learning crocheting basics. This month, we will be creating mini pumpkin earrings to get into the fall spirit!
STEM - Mathematics | OneInMath
Sat, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch
A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.
Writing | Publish Your first book!
Sat, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
We live in an amazing time. The barrier to having your book published has never been lower. Come discover what you need to know about the publishing world.
Book Club | Fiction Lover's Non-Fiction Book Club
Sat, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join our book club each month as we explore the best of what nonfiction has to offer, from memoirs and essays to science and history! This month's book: "Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law" By Mary Roach
Explore the Library | Passport 101
Sat, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Centerville Branch
Become a world traveler! Come learn how to apply for a passport and which GCPL branches offer this service!
Book Club | Cookbook Club
Sat, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Making recipes from the book selection for this month: The Complete Soup Cookbook is not required, but a love for cooking is! Come in to discuss and discover the best tips and tricks for making your meals the tastiest they can be.
Health and Wellness | Family STEM Saturday - The Physiology of Walking
Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
In this program, participants will walk around Lillian Webb Park for thirty minutes while learning the health benefits of light exercise and the physiology of walking. No equipment is necessary, just comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing.
Book Club | Bring Your Own!
Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Snellville Branch
Bring in your most recent read to share and talk about with other readers!
Education | Homework Help - K-5
Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers at the Dacula Branch can help!
STEM - Science | International Observe the Moon Night
Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Get ready for International Observe the Moon Night! Come learn about the features and phases of the moon before observing it at home.
Explore the Library | Sensory Browsing Hour
Sun, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
Welcome to all families, friends, and caregivers of people with special needs, no matter the age, and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience.
Education | Raising Highly Capable Kids
Sun, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Parents will build community over the course of this 13-week program. Through interactive, practical, and hands-on tools to engage, parents will learn the essential building blocks that can maximize their child's potential and empower the whole family.
Gaming | Chess Club
Sun, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Come play, learn, converse, and grow! Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. For ages 8 and up.
This event is full
Envronment | Wildlife Demo: Hibernation Habits
Sun, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Come watch a live wildlife demonstration and learn about the hibernation habits of local wildlife as we go into Fall!
STEM - Science | Science Library: Scary Science - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Oct 23, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Canceled
Podcast | Spill Lit - A YA Podcast - Every Trick (or Treat) in the Book Pt 2
Mon, Oct 23, All day
Virtual
GCPL's own podcast about YA literature!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.
This event is full
Early Learning | Storytime in the Park - @Alexander Park Pavilion #4
Mon, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
LOCATION CHANGE! Join us for a FUN outdoor storytime experience at Pavilion #4!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Oct 23, 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 | Stages of Learning through Play
Mon, Oct 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Drop in and learn about activities using traditional toys or items you already have. Speak with child development experts and get a chance to take home some free giveaways.
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca at the Grayson Branch for a special tummy time just for babies designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us for a special storytime just for babies (pre-walkers) designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! We read stories, enjoy music & movement while we explore early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 3 through 5.
Community | Library-on-the-Move! - At Alexander Park
Mon, Oct 23, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Borrow a book from the GCPL Book Mobile!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 23, 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 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Snellville Branch
Practice conversational English with others. Learn about library resources which can help them develop their language skills.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!
Education | Homework Help
Mon, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!
Book Club | Adult Fiction Book Club
Mon, Oct 23, 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.
STEM - Science | Curious Life of Bats
Mon, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grayson Branch
Did you know that bats are the only mammals that can fly? Join us to learn more fun facts about the curious life of these cryptic animals and make a flying paper bat to take home!
Education | K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math Club
Mon, Oct 23, 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!
Education | Homework Help & Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 23, 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.
Literacy | Book Trivia - Books to Film!
Mon, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Test your book knowledge and join us for trivia night! This month we are covering books that have been made into movies.
STEM - Mathematics | Crazy 8's Math Club
Mon, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Practicing math doesn't have to be boring!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us in person for Conversations in English on Mondays!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
STEM - Technology | Digital Learning Workshop
Mon, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Are you interested in learning more about technology but don't know where to start? Join us for the Norcross Digital Learning Workshop 8-week series, where participants will learn about computer, internet, and email basics.
STEM | Creepy Creatures!
Mon, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Do you have the courage to learn about the world's most terrifying animals? Come to the library and face your fears! Participants will make their very own spiders to take home.
Familia | Programa de Parentalidad Positiva - Presentado por Ser Familia
Mon, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Norcross Branch
Triple P (Programa de Parentalidad Positiva) brinda a padres y madres de familia estrategias simples y prácticas para ayudarlos a manejar el comportamiento de sus hijos, prevenir el desarrollo de problemas y fomentar una vida fuerte y saludable.
Book Club | Hamliton Mill Book Club
Mon, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a lively discussion this month on the book The Invisible Husband of Frick Island by Colleen Oakley.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Tue, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Early Learning | Tummy Time
Tue, Oct 24, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 24, 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 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us for Toddler Time! We spend a fun-filled half hour reading books and singing songs targeting the developmental needs of toddlers.
Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Tue, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Patty for an interactive virtual storytime!
Register
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more! Targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs!
Early Learning | Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Storytime! We read stories, enjoy music & movement while we explore early literacy in a fun group setting for children ages 0 through 2.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 24, 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.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 24, 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 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join virtually to practice English conversations. We focus on a variety of topics each week.
This event is full
Education | IDD - Open Your World Book Club - Adults/Teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Tue, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual
Open Your World Online Book Clubs are for readers and aspiring readers to continue building their literacy skills by reading and discussing stories together. We use adapted novels and short stories.
Arts | Falling for Fine Arts Series - Jean-Michel Basquiat
Tue, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Learn about a famous artist and try out their art techniques for yourself!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Education | Homework Help at Peachtree Corners Branch
Tue, Oct 24, 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.
Early Learning | ABC Write with Me - Picture Book Creation
Tue, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Handwriting hard to read? Have a reluctant writer? Come strengthen your child's writing developmental skills by practicing with us while writing a picture book! Grades K-3.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Oct 24, 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 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity one-on-one with an adult helper.
Register
Family | DIY Gifts - Macrame Keychain
Tue, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Students and Caretakers! Join us as we create a macrame keychain, a perfect gift for anyone on your list for the upcoming holiday season.
STEM - Engineering | DIY Kite Making
Tue, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Snellville Branch
Come learn how to make your own kite and fly it at the library.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Cursive Camp
Tue, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
In this 4 day camp, learn the basics of cursive writing!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come; first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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 is required.
Gaming | Frankenstein Escape Room
Tue, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
It's Halloween, and Professor Frankenstein is missing! Do you have what it takes to solve the fiendish puzzles before the Professor is lost for all time?
STEM | Eye See You!
Tue, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Participants will learn about the science behind their eyes while creating spooky eyeball rocks.
Gaming | Chess Knight - A Fun Club
Tue, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Love to play chess or interested in learning to play? Join us twice a month for an hour of gameplay. All levels and ages are welcome.
Environment | Fall Vegetable Gardening
Tue, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch
Join Eric Marlowe, an agent with the UGA Extension Gwinnett, in learning how to plant, grow, and harvest a Fall Vegetable Garden.
Health & Wellness | Diabetes - An Educational Workshop
Tue, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join the Gwinnett County Public Library and Piedmont Eastside to learn more about diabetes prevention and management.
Language Learning | Conversations in Spanish
Tue, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your Spanish in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Community | Foster Parent Information Session
Tue, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Centerville Branch
Join the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services-Gwinnett County to learn how to become a Foster Parent.
STEM - Science | Observe the Night Sky
Tue, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us for a night sky viewing with special guest Tom Faller. Learn about basic astronomy, then go outside to view the Moon and other celestial objects through a telescope!
Language Learning | Basic English for Spanish Speakers
Tue, Oct 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice your English in a welcoming environment with a fluent speaker.
Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers
Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room
A meeting for people to practice their conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Register
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 25, 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 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes, and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners. Ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah at the Duluth branch for a morning of fun stories, rhymes and songs that will promote early literacy and Kindergarten readiness skills!
Early Learning | Costume Storytime
Wed, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your child wears his/her favorite costume and listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Library storytimes promote the early literacy skills that children need to learn to read independently.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs.
STEM - Science | Simple Science - Dinosaurs
Wed, Oct 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us as we bring science to life through demonstrations and hands-on activities!
STEM - Science | Mad Science
Wed, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Have you ever fantasized about becoming a mad scientist? Join us for the chance to conduct fun and educational experiments!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Wed, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Come in and practice your conversational English while talking about various topics!
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Oct 25, 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.
Hobbies | Sewing - Sew a Zombie Friend!
Wed, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Come to Dacula to practice your sewing skills and create your own zombie felt ornament!
Early Learning | Un Poquito de Español - Uniquely You
Wed, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Want your kids to learn a little bit of Spanish? Join us this month for the story Un Sombrero Muy Anticuado.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Rising 1st - 3rd graders are invited to practice their reading skills and complete a fun, educational activity one-on-one with an adult helper.
Register
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 25, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 25, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us at the Hamilton Mill branch for Reading Buddies! First come, first serve.
Education | Homework Help & Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 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.
Learning Lab | Green Screen Ghosts
Wed, Oct 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Learning Lab
Learn how to shoot green screen video.
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Oct 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Oct 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies.
Community | Trick or Treat Safety Tips
Wed, Oct 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Whether you are planning to trick or treat or staying at home to party, join us to learn rules and tips to ensure you and your family have a happy and safe Halloween!
Education | Homework Help
Wed, Oct 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.
Gaming | Chess Club
Wed, Oct 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us at the Lilburn Branch to learn the game of chess and compete against other players of similar skill; all skill levels are welcome.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing
Wed, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Learning Lab Makerspace #127
Learn the basics of 3D printing and how you can use the Learning Lab?s printers for your personal projects!
Hobbies | Guitar Club - For Tweens and Teens, Ages 10+
Wed, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Learn basic acoustic guitar skills!
Register
Learning Labs | Coding Spooky Narrative Games - With Inky
Wed, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Learning Lab Makerspace #1
Learn how to write spooky Choose Your Own Adventure games in the free Inky software. Registration required.
Book Club | Themed Book Club for Adults
Wed, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite
Join us at TradeWind Coffee Co. for a friendly discussion about books that fit this month's theme: "Paranormal", anything with monsters, witches, ghosts and other creatures!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Wed, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Collaboration Room
Do you want to practice your English conversational skills? Join us for some practice speaking the English language in a relaxed environment.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
This program introduces children to early literacy skills through talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing. Ages 3-5.
Early Learning | Storytime in the Park - At Lilburn City Park
Thu, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Offsite
Join us for a FUN outdoor storytime experience!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 26, 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!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Join us at the Five Forks Library for our Preschool Storytime. We spend a fun-filled half-hour reading books and singing songs that will be sure to get your preschooler ready to learn. Ages 3ish-5.
Early Learning | Spooky Storytime
Thu, Oct 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Some spooky and silly stories for children to enjoy! Come dressed-up in your best costume and join us to sing and read along to some silly spooky stories together!
Early Learning | Baby and Me
Thu, Oct 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby?s pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Community | Library-on-the-Move! - At Lilburn City Park
Thu, Oct 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Offsite
Borrow a book from the GCPL Book Mobile!
Health & Wellness | Tips for Healthy Eating & Exercising
Thu, Oct 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us as representatives from the East Georgia Cancer Coalition provide information about the importance of a healthy diet, the importance of drinking water, and recommendations for exercises that can be done at home.
Language Learning | Basic English for Chinese Speakers
Thu, Oct 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Learn basic conversational English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Health & Wellness | Georgia Family & Wellbeing Series - Building Resilience
Thu, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Our goal is to bring people together to have a conversation around family health and well-being.
Education | IDD - Your Best Life Skills Classes
Thu, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Pat Satterfield of the Dunamis Educational Foundation presents monthly life skills classes for adults and teens with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities and their family member or caregiver.
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies.
Family | 2nd Annual StoryBook Dance
Thu, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Centerville Branch
Come dressed as your favorite storybook character and join us for a fun evening of music, hands-on activities, and of course storytime.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy for 30 minutes.
STEM - Science | Lava Lamp
Thu, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Celebrate Earth Science Week and make your own lava lamp.
STEM - Mathematics | Crazy 8's Math Club - 3rd - 5th grade
Thu, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Kids will learn math by participating in high-energy math activities and learning numbers so they can handle math in real life. Join the Suwanee branch for 8 weeks of fun Math games.
Registration is now closed
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
To provide homework help to kids in grades K-8.
Geneology | Ancestry Library Edition - Understanding Your Geneology
Thu, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch
Discover what our Ancestry Library Edition digital resource can do for you!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. First come; first served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
STEM - Science | STEAM Squad: Crafting Money
Thu, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn about the science of manufacturing papermoney and design your own.
STEM - Technology | Aprendizaje Digital
Thu, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
¿Te interesa aprender más sobre tecnología pero no estás segura de cómo empezar? Acompáñenos en Norcross para el taller de Aprendizaje Digital (DigitalLearn) donde los participantes aprenderán lo básico sobre la computadora, internet y correo electrónico durante ocho semanas.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us for Conversations in English!
Citizenship | U.S. Citizenship Classes
Thu, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join us in your journey towards U.S. citizenship in this FREE 8 week course learning the civics portion of the citizenship test while working on English reading and writing skills.
This event is full
Early Learning | Pajama Storytime
Thu, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Bring your favorite stuffed animal or blanket and join Ms. Sarah for a special half hour evening storytime. Listen to fun stories, songs, and rhymes during this fun-filled night. Pajamas are encouraged!
Education | Navigating Language-Based Learning Disabilities
Thu, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Five Forks Branch
Hear from an expert on how to support individuals with language-based learning disabilities.
Writing | Writing Circle
Thu, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Want to meet fellow writers in your area or want to talk about how to move forward in your writing piece? Writers are invited to the circle for discussion on new writing techniques as well as networking with others.
Learning Labs | Create Your Own Podcast
Thu, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lilburn Branch
Are you interested in starting a podcast? Register for our 2-hour workshop where we cover equipment, recording/editing, and publishing your podcast.
Learning Labs | Obsidian for National Novel Writing Month
Thu, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Learning Lab
Are you working on a writing project or planning on participating in National Novel Writing Month in November? This program will demonstrate how the free writing software Obsidian can be used to help you manage and complete your project.
Literacy | Silly Spooky Stories
Thu, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Snellville Branch
Join us at the Snellville Library for some fun, silly ? and maybe just the tiniest bit spooky ? stories.
Early Learning | Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime!
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Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah at the Duluth branch for a storytime designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under. Enjoy engaging books, music, and rhymes to introduce storytime to our littlest readers!
Health & Wellness | Breast Cancer Self-Exams
Fri, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us at the Suwanee Branch as representatives from the East Georgia Cancer Coalition provide information about and instructions for breast cancer self-exams.
STEM - Science | STEM Saturdays
Sat, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lilburn Branch
Enjoy storytime and then participate in a STEM-related craft experiment.
Early Learning | Adaptive Reading Storytime (in Spanish) - Hora de cuento con técnicas de lectura adaptativas
Sat, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Learn adaptive reading techniques in order to stimulate early language skills with your little one! Aprende técnicas adaptativas de lectura para estimular las habilidades de lenguaje de tus niños.
Family | Spooky Storytime
Sat, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Dress up in your favorite costume and join Ms. Becca for a spooky storytime the whole family can enjoy! For this special storytime, you'll get to show off your costumes, sing spooky songs, and make a monster craft!
STEM - Mathematics | OneInMath
Sat, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch
A weekly program designed to help young children (K - 3rd grade) master math skills and build strong foundations in basic arithmetic.
Environment | Nature Journaling
Sat, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
All ages are invited to join us to learn about Nature Journaling. We'll provide all the materials needed to start sketching and evaluating the natural world around you.
BookTalks | Book Tasting You Can?t Taste A Book By Its Cover
Sat, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
We all know you shouldn?t judge a book by its cover, so come join us at the Five Forks branch to get a taste instead! Sample books from different genres and see what pleases your literary taste buds!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Sat, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills at the Dacula Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.
STEM - Technology | Coding with Scratch
Sat, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Join us as we complete coding exercises in Scratch using games from the Raspberry Pi Foundation.
Community | K-Pop Dance with Georgia Tech's Seoulstice
Sat, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
All ages are invited to watch and dance to a live K-pop performance by Georgia Tech's dance group, Seoulstice.
Culinary Arts | Spice of Life - International Cuisine Series
Sat, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us to learn how to use spices from around the world and develop an enticing aroma in your lunch and dinner. We will be demonstrating how to make flatbread and Chole (Garbanzo). This program is for ages 12 +
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am
Education | Raising Highly Capable Kids
Sun, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Norcross Branch
Parents will build community over the course of this 13-week program. Through interactive, practical, and hands-on tools to engage, parents will learn the essential building blocks that can maximize their child's potential and empower the whole family.
STEM - Science | Science Library: Scary Science - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Oct 30, All day
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Oct 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Practice English conversation on a variety of topics.
This event is full
Early Literacy | Spooky-Not-So-Spooky Fall Festival! - @Alexander Park Pavilion #4
Mon, Oct 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Seasonal books & fun for costumed little ones at the park!
Language Learning | Basic English for Japanese Speakers copy
Mon, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
A virtual meeting for speakers of Japanese to practice English.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones!
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah at the Duluth Branch for a special monthly storytime designed just for babies! Lap bounces, songs, stories, and play will introduce your littlest one to all things language and learning.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime - It's Fall Dress-Up Day!
Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to a Festive Storytime with Ms. Danielle! Wear your favorite fall outfit or friendly costume as we read stories and enjoy music.
Health & Wellness | Cancer Patient Caregiver Support
Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us as representatives from the East Georgia Cancer Coalition provide tips for self-care and other resources for caregivers of cancer patients.
Health & Wellness | Cancer Patient Caregiver Support
Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us as representatives from the East Georgia Cancer Coalition provide tips for self-care and other resources for caregivers of cancer patients.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 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, Oct 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Snellville Branch
Practice conversational English with others. Learn about library resources which can help them develop their language skills.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!
Education | Homework Help
Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Need help with your homework? Our volunteer homework helpers can help!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Practice reading and learn new skills with a Reading Buddy!
Family | Haunted Library
Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Centerville Branch
Put on your ghost hunter gear as we explore our local haunted history and track down those bibliospirits!
Community | Day of the Dead
Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn about The Day of the Dead, a holiday that reunites the living with the dead. Make a decorated paper skull to honor the dead.
STEM - Science | Trick Or Treat Your Brain
Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Do you think your senses can pass our tests and trickery? Treat them to science experiments that show how taste, vision, and smell work together - or against each other!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grayson Branch
Learn and practice read-aloud skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy!
Education | K - 2nd grade Afterschool Math Club
Mon, Oct 30, 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!
Education | Homework Help & Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Stuck on a homework problem? No problem! Swing by the Suwanee library to get help from our volunteer tutors.
STEM - Mathematics | Crazy 8's Math Club
Mon, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Practicing math doesn't have to be boring!
This event is full
Writing | Two Sentences of Terror
Mon, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to learn the skills you need to write a scary story using only two sentences.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Branch
Do you want to improve your English conversational skills? Then join us in person for Conversations in English on Mondays!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our reading buddies.
STEM - Technology | Digital Learning Workshop
Mon, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Are you interested in learning more about technology but don't know where to start? Join us for the Norcross Digital Learning Workshop 8-week series, where participants will learn about computer, internet, and email basics.
Book Club | Children's Fantasy Book Club - The Graveyard Book
Mon, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dacula Branch
A fantasy book club adventure for pre-adolescent children. The event will feature a discussion of the book, and a fun activity based on the novel. This month we will read: The Graveyard Book
Familia | Programa de Parentalidad Positiva - Presentado por Ser Familia
Mon, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Norcross Branch
Triple P (Programa de Parentalidad Positiva) brinda a padres y madres de familia estrategias simples y prácticas para ayudarlos a manejar el comportamiento de sus hijos, prevenir el desarrollo de problemas y fomentar una vida fuerte y saludable.
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