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Author Talk | Sara A. H. Butler
2023-11-30 19:00:00 2023-11-30 20:00:00 America/New_York Author Talk | Sara A. H. Butler Learn more about a unique piece of Atlanta history and the man who built it with author Sara A. H. Butler as she discusses her new book, "Fortune & Folly." Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch -

Thursday, November 30
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-11-30 19:00:00 2023-11-30 20:00:00 America/New_York Author Talk | Sara A. H. Butler Learn more about a unique piece of Atlanta history and the man who built it with author Sara A. H. Butler as she discusses her new book, "Fortune & Folly." Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch -

Learn more about a unique piece of Atlanta history and the man who built it with author Sara A. H. Butler as she discusses her new book, "Fortune & Folly."

Nestled in the outskirts of Atlanta, in a suburb called Druid Hills, lies Briarcliff Mansion. It sits on Briarcliff Road in the Briarcliff neighborhood, surrounded by strip malls and businesses with Briarcliff in their names. The mansion and the land it occupies are owned by Emory University, which refers to it as its "Briarcliff Campus." Fortune and Folly, in part, illuminates the largely lost story of how the mansion, and the entire surrounding neighborhood, got its name. But in order to understand the mansion, we have to understand the man who built it.

Sara A.H. Butler is the director of product marketing at Cox Automotive. She lives in Roswell, Georgia.

Books will be available for sale and signing.

This program is free and open to the public. Registration is recommended.

* Presented by Adult Services. 

AGE GROUP: | Ages 19+ | Ages 16-18 |

EVENT TYPE: | Community | Author Talk |

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Thu, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies volunteers and staff! Come back every week to work towards the goal of reading 10 books to get a mystery prize from our Reading Buddies Treasure Box!
Explore the Library | Kanopy Film Club - "Modern Times" (1936)
Thu, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch
Learn about something new by watching a film on Kanopy and joining us in the library for a lively discussion!
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Dec 18, 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.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lilburn Branch
This is a weekly program dedicated to the craft of screenwriting! Attend this program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged to reap the full benefits!
Culinary Arts | Hot Chocolate around the World
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Warm yourself up with a cup of hot chocolate with a book on the side. Learn different cultures make their own drink to keep the cold away.
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Gaming | Winter Games - A Cozy Night Out
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Come in from the cold and join us for Winter Games, a seasonal tabletop game night at the library! Enjoy cozy card games, strategic board games, warm snacks, and festive fun with friends (or new ones you meet!).
Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Dec 19, 9:00am - 9:25am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime geared for babies, ages 0-2 and their grown-ups!
Register
Early Learning | Music & Movement
Fri, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for an energetic program that uses music and movement activities to improve your child's balance, coordination, and rhythm!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!
Register
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.
Learning Labs | Create Your Own Podcast
Fri, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio
Learn the basics of making a podcast!
Health & Wellness | Chair Yoga
Sat, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Come bend, stretch, and use breathing techniques in an accessible and gentle yoga class--all without leaving your chair!
Early Learning | Weekend Storytime
Sat, Dec 20, 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, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with a trained therapy dog.
Community | It's Summer Somewhere
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
It's summer somewhere! Join us to learn about the southern hemisphere.
Learning Labs | 3D Printing on Fabric
Sun, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Come learn the basics needed to start 3D Printing on Fabric! We'll go over how to find, design, and execute 3D printing on fabric with the Prusa 3D printers.
Literacy | Read to Mr Bunbun
Sun, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Children ages 5+ are invited to practice their reading skills by reading to a friendly rabbit.
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Culture | Winter Solstice Celebration!
Sun, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Celebrate the Winter Solstice at the Buford-Sugar Hill library!
Gaming | Chess Club
Sun, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Checkmate boredom and join us for Chess Club, where strategy, skill, and friendly competition come together! Whether you're a grandmaster in the making or just learning the moves, this is the perfect place to play, learn, and challenge yourself in a welcoming environment.
Arts | Holiday Cello Concert featuring Heewon Jeon
Mon, Dec 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch
Join cellist Heewon Jeon from the Indiana University School of Music for a special holiday music program as she presents Carnival of the Animals by Saint-Saens - fun for our preschoolers!
STEM - Science | Science Library: Stellar Astronomy - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Dec 22, 11:00am - 11:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
STEM - Science | STEAM Club - Seasons
Mon, Dec 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Come learn all about the different seasons, and create your own seasonal tree craft!
Learning Labs | Airbrushing 101
Mon, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch
Learn how to use an airbrush!
Family | Polar Express Night
Tue, Dec 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Come to the library in your bedtime best as we celebrate the holiday season with a special reading of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg! Intended for ages 3 and up.
Early Learning | Satur-YAY Storytime
Sat, Dec 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Bring the family and join Ms. Sarah for a Saturday storytime to celebrate Winter!
Literacy | Read to Mr. BunBun
Sun, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Hop on over to the meeting room to share a tale with Mr. Bunbun, the Havana rabbit, who is an excellent listener.
STEM - Science | Science Library: Stellar Astronomy - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Dec 29, 11:00am - 11:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Learning Labs | Make A Log Cabin Quilt Block
Mon, Dec 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio
Want to learn basic quilt piecing? Need to practice using a sewing machine? Then this program is for you!
Registration opens Monday, December 22 2025 at 6:00pm
Early Learning | Toddler Time - Storytime for ages 1-2
Tue, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.
Writing | Looking Back & Moving Forward - A New Year's Journaling Workshop
Tue, Dec 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us to thoughtfully reflect on the past year's experiences and set inspiring, intentional goals for the year ahead through guided journaling. Perfect for anyone looking to close the year with mindfulness and start the new one with clarity and purpose.
Family | Cozy Storytime Pajamas & Cocoa
Tue, Dec 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to our Cozy Storytime! Where we read stories and explore early literacy fun for children ages 4 through 8.
Family | Noon Year's Eve Party
Wed, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Kids, celebrate the New Year at noon! We'll count down to the big moment with party hats and make our New Year's Resolutions!
Early Learning | Noon Year's Eve! - Family Storytime to Ring in the New Year
Wed, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Happy New Year! Countdown to 2026 at the Library
Health & Wellness | Taichi
Wed, Dec 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Grayson Branch
Practice Chen Style Taichi to build physical strength, improve balance, and relieve stress.
Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Virtual
Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.
Learning Labs | Professional Podcast Equipment Training
Fri, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Recording Studio
Want to get into the podcasting business? Get started by learning how to use the video and audio equipment at the Lilburn Recording Studio!
Registration opens Friday, December 26 2025 at 9:00am
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, Jan 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Learning Labs | Podcasting for your Business
Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Recording Studio
Learn the basics of making a podcast to promote your business!
Registration opens Saturday, December 27 2025 at 2:00pm
Community | Pokémon Cards Trade Off
Sat, Jan 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Celebrate 30 years of Pokémon at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch library and trade Pokemon cards with fellow fans.
Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Virtual
Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.
STEM - Science | Science Library: Cellular Biology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Jan 05, 10:00am - 10:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for a special lap-sit storytime for infants. This program introduces books, rhymes, songs, and sensory play to babies and their caregiver.
Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime
Mon, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join Ms. Mirka for a special tummy time to help your little one build confidence in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! Perfect for pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Mon, Jan 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers ages 3 and under.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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 - Changes in an Ecosystem
Mon, Jan 05, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Dacula Branch
Join us as we learn about how ecosystems work, play fun games, and make a food chain themed craft.
STEM - Science | Candy DNA
Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Come learn about the different aspects of STEM with hands-on activities.
Book Club | Adult Fiction Book Club
Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Are you eager to find new reads and talk about books with other people? Join your fellow community members to discuss our read of the month every 1st Monday!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Gaming | Chess and Go
Mon, Jan 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Come play a game of Chess or Go with your community. Beginners welcome!
Hobbies | Learn to Knit!
Mon, Jan 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn the basics of knitting in this beginner-friendly workshop. Supplies are provided as supplies last, so just bring your creativity and leave with new skills!
Health & Wellness | Make Your New Year's Resolutions Stick
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Have you made resolutions for the new year, but are worried they won't stick? Join us to learn different ways to turn your resolutions into lasting habits!
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing - With Prusa
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace
Learn the basics of 3D Printing!
Early Learning | TumbleBooks Tale
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Take a tour of TumbleBooks, a great digital resource for kids, and enjoy some tales and tunes!
Community | Tummy Time
Tue, Jan 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us for our weekly Tummy Time! This is an opportunity for playtime for pre-walking babies and their parents/caregivers to connect while meeting other families in the community. This program is designed for babies under one year and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime
Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norcross Branch
Come join us for a fun baby and parent storytime with stories and songs!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 06, 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, with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. This program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
For kids ages 2 and under. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch
Come join us at the library for Toddler Time! We read, sing and play in this storytime designed to target the developmental needs of toddlers.
Entrepreneurship | Orientación sobre su negocio y Prospera
Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Aprenda cómo iniciar su propio negocio de la manera correcta.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
This storytime uses simple books, songs, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills to our youngest customers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Writing | Writing Studio - via Google Classroom
Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:15am
Virtual
Join our Google Classroom for creative writers!
Health & Wellness | Decision Making - How to Make Up Your Mind
Tue, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Do you struggle with making decisions? Discover strategies that can help make the process easier and faster.
Education | Map Your World - A Homeschool Program
Tue, Jan 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Learn all about maps & how to use them!
Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club
Tue, Jan 06, 3:15pm - 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. In January, we will begin reading "Frederick Douglass: A Hero for All Times" by Devorah Major.
Register
Book Club | Fiction Book Club
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us for a discussion of The Personal Librarian, by Marie Benedict.
Learning Labs | Intro to Tinkercad
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Makerspace
Join the Learning Labs as we teach you the basics of how to use the 3D design software Tinkercad!
Registration opens Tuesday, December 30 2025 at 9:00am
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Volunteers provide free homework help sessions for students, in grades 1-5, who need one-on-one help with their homework and assignments.
Culinary Arts | Cooking with Kids - Vegetable Biriyani
Tue, Jan 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
A cooking program for children and their accompanying adults. Learn how to make a fragrant and flavorful vegetable biriyani.
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Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. This is first-come, first-served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Education | Homework Help
Tue, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Need a little help with your homework? Bring it to this drop-in session for one of our volunteer homework helpers to walk you through it. No registration required.
Gaming | Chess & Go
Tue, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us to learn and play Chess or Go!
Learning Labs | Game Makers Group
Tue, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
This is a weekly discussion group where we will cover a wide array of game-making topics and provide optional challenges and projects for aspiring game creators.
Early Learning | Family Storytime - Pizza
Tue, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime the whole family can enjoy together! This month's theme is pizza. Enjoy books, songs, and make a fun craft! This program is intended for ages 3 & up, with accompanying adult(s).
Gaming | Let's Role - Dungeons & Dragons
Tue, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Grayson Branch
Ready for a gaming adventure but looking for a group to play with? Join us as we learn and play Dungeons & Dragons in a short-form campaign.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 07, 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.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 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 with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 07, 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. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs! For children ages 0-2, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 0-2 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us 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.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah as we explore the letters of the alphabet in a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 2-5).
Health & Wellness | Taichi for Wellness
Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Grayson Branch
This progressive Chen Style class introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.
Kingergarten Readiness | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills to our youngest customers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills which help children become ready to read and promote school readiness. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Storytimes promote the early literacy skills that help children become ready to read with stories, games and songs!
Senior Living | The Art of Aging: Vision Boards
Wed, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Aging well is an art, and we want to help you succeed in creating your best senior life. Join us this month and create a vision board for 2026!
Book Talk | Tropes & Tales - Cozy Mysteries
Wed, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dacula Branch
Take a closer look at the building blocks of storytelling. Each session explores a genre or author's signature elements - from common tropes to recurring themes - and includes interactive activities to help you discover new reads.
Learning Labs | Bros Who Sew - Pattern Basics
Wed, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace
Have you started learning and want to practice your sewing? Join us to practice how to read patterns and create a new project!
Registration opens Wednesday, December 31 2025 at 1:00pm
STEM - Engineering | Craft Stick Ski Lift
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Recycled Engineering is back! Can you build a ski lift chair with a passenger that can balance on the cable?
STEM - Science | How Do Arctic Animals Stay Warm?
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Have you ever wondered how animals like polar bears keep warm in the winter? Join us for a STEM experiment where we explore the answer.
STEM - Science | Super Science - Buoyancy
Wed, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us as we explore the science of buoyancy and why things sink or float. For ages 6 - 11.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Learn and practice read aloud skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy! Reading out loud to a buddy helps build confidence, increase fluency, and understanding.
Education | Children's Cursive Handwritting
Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch
Join us to learn how to write in cursive and understand the history of this beautiful art of writing.
STEM - Engineering | Lego Challenge - Once Upon a Time...
Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us each month for a new Lego Challenge! This month, use your imagination and engineering skills to recreate scenes from iconic fairy tales.
Arts | Digital Collages & Scrapbooking
Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Learn how to create digital collages and scrapbooks using Canva.
Gaming | Chess Club
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
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!
Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio
A hands-on program showing how to operate a sewing machine. Space is limited, so registration is required.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 31 2025 at 6:00pm
Citizenship | US Citizenship Prep
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Are you about to take the exam and interview for US citizenship? Register for our six-week course covering all subject matter related to the US Citizenship exam and interview.
Gaming | New Year Brain Refresh & Puzzle Swap
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Start the year by exercising your brain with different kinds of brain puzzles. Feel free to bring a completed puzzle to exchange for a new puzzle.
Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Virtual
Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. This program is intended for preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and crafts to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten, this program is designed to meet the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for Preschool Storytime! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
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 | Early Learning at the Library!
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for early literacy fun with Ms. Jaimie and friends from Play2Learn and Gwinnett Building Babies Brains for story time, music and movement, and early learning activities for children, 0-5, and their parents or caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch
Join us for preschool storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Thu, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come join us for stories, songs and active play! Different stories and songs to get your little ones to energize and play!
Health & Wellness | Taichi for Wellness
Thu, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Join us for Taichi at the Grayson Senior Center! This progressive Chen Style class introduces gentle, meditative movements that can build physical strength, improve balance, and reduce stress.
Early Learning | Baby and Me Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Develop your baby's pre-literacy skills during this special storytime for infants.
Culinary Arts | Culinary Classroom - Budgeting, Planning, and Prepping Meals
Thu, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn to plan, prep, and cook meals in advance to save money on your grocery bills!
Education | Homeschool Hangout: Teen Edition - The Art of Greek Pottery
Thu, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Dacula Branch
Discover the world of ancient Greek pottery and the rich myths depicted on their urns in the first in our three-part series on global ancient art. Learn about the stories behind the designs, then craft your own myth-inspired urn using air-dry clay.
Book Club | Inspired Readers Book Club - Karen Kingsbury
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us for uplifting and inspiring reads from beloved authors. This month we'll be reading the works of Karen Kingsbury.
Book Club | Adult Book Club
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a friendly discussion of "The Searcher" by Tana French.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!
Education | IDD: Open Your World Book Club
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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. In October, we will begin reading "Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson.
Register
Genealogy | Genealogy Club
Thu, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Get together with fellow family history enthusiasts to discuss genealogy resources and get advice on researching your family tree from an experienced researcher.
Hobbies | Sew Your Own - Join us to learn how to sew your own Slouchy Bag!
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
With the assistance of our staff learn how to assemble a pattern from pdf printing, and use it to create your very own slouchy bag by Faye Studios.
Literacy | READing Paws
Thu, Jan 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs. In branch registration required.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
Education | Homework Help
Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Homework Help offers 30 minutes of assistance on homework assignments for K-8 students. This is first-come, first-served. Students must bring a homework assignment.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Practice reading skills one-on-one with one of our Reading Buddies volunteers and staff! Come back every week to work towards the goal of reading 10 books to get a mystery prize from our Reading Buddies Treasure Box!
Writing | Writers Club: Mystery
Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Looking for a space dedicated to the craft of writing? Join our Writers Club! Each session will include quiet time to sit and write, as well as open discussions and workshopping our pieces together. This month's writing theme: Mystery!
Writing | Writer's Club - Theme: Self Discovery
Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Looking for a space dedicated towards the craft of writing? Come join our Writers Club! Each session will include quiet time to sit and write as well as open discussions and workshopping our pieces together. This month's writing theme: Self Discovery.
Community | Magic: The Gathering
Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Come together with your community as we take a dive into the world?s most popular trading card game ? Magic: The Gathering! Open to beginners and experienced players alike. Rated ages 13+.
Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lilburn Branch
This is a weekly program dedicated to the craft of screenwriting! Attend this program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged to reap the full benefits!
Early Learning | Pajama Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Duluth Branch
Bring your favorite stuffed animal and/or blanket and join Ms. Sarah for an evening storytime in your pajamas.
Early Learning | Un Poquito de Español - A little bit of Spanish
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Do you want your kids to learn a little bit of Spanish? Join Ms. Mirka for a biweekly storytime full of fun, bilingual stories, songs, and more!
Community | Teen Translator 101
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Are your children speaking in phrases? What does it even mean? How can I max out embarrassing my child? Learn current slang along with a bit of their history with us!
Gaming | Chess Knight
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Love to play chess? Join us for an hour of gameplay. All levels are welcome. Registration is required.
Registration opens Thursday, December 25 2025 at 6:00pm
Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Jan 09, 9:00am - 9:25am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime geared for babies, ages 0-2 and their grown-ups!
Register
Community | Tummy Time
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Dacula Branch
Playtime for pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers to meet other families in the community.
Early Learning | Music & Movement
Fri, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for an energetic program that uses music and movement activities to improve your child's balance, coordination, and rhythm!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via Google Meets
Fri, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 2-5!
Register
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.
Culinary Arts | Let's Make a Dense Bean Salad!
Fri, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Need a salad hearty enough for the winter season? Join us to learn how to make a Dense Bean Salad to celebrate National Bean Day!
Registration opens Friday, December 26 2025 at 9:00am
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Health & Wellness | Chair Yoga
Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Five Forks Branch - Five Forks Meeting Room
Come bend, stretch, and use breathing techniques in an accessible and gentle yoga class--all without leaving your chair!
Learning Labs | Creative Portfolio Preparation - With Photoshop
Sat, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace
Are you preparing to apply for a creative job or artist market? Learn the basics of how to photograph and edit your creative work to present in your own professional portfolio!
Registration opens Saturday, January 3 2026 at 1:00pm
Community | Let's Talk About Grief
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us for an informal conversation about grieving, how to cope with loss, and what resources are available when you need to emotionally process loss. We'll also discuss why it's important to normalize talking about loss and transition and how to start those conversations.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lilburn Branch - Lilburn Makerspace
Join the Learning Labs as we show you the basics of using the 3D Printer!
Author Talk | Vanessa Riley
Sat, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join award-winning author Vanessa Riley as she discusses her newest saga based on the life of the legendary seventeenth-century pirate Jacquotte Delehaye. "Fire Sword and Sea" is a bold tale of rebellion, love, and high-seas adventure.
Learning Labs | Learning Lab Magic (The Gathering)
Sun, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join the Learning Labs as we embark on a quest to create free accessories and custom cards to heighten your Magic The Gathering gaming experience! Now sponsored by Magikids! Stay to the end to get free booster packs!
Literacy | Read to Mr Bunbun
Sun, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Children ages 5+ are invited to practice their reading skills by reading to a friendly rabbit.
Writing | Universal Scribbles - New Beginnings
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Virtual
Calling all teen writers and artists, join us in creating a literary magazine that will feature your stories, poems, and artwork. The theme for this issue is New Beginnings. Registration Required.
STEM - Science | Science Library: Cellular Biology - For Kids & Teens, Ages 8+
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 10:15am
Virtual
Learn about science through experiments, activities and booklists!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for a special tummy time just for babies designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!
Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime
Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join Ms. Mirka for a special tummy time to help your little one build confidence in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! Perfect for pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.
Book Club | Murder with a Twist - Mystery/Fiction Book Club - "Take Your Breath Away" by Linwood Barclay
Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join us in discussing this month's selection, "Take Your Breath Away" by Linwood Barclay.
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers ages 3 and under.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick 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).
Entrepreneurship | Small Business Book Club - Presented by Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center
Mon, Jan 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
This group isn't just about reading; it's about dynamic interactions that can reshape your business strategies. Join us for insightful discussions and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs.
Education | I/DD: Your Best Life Skills - Goals
Mon, Jan 12, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Grayson Branch
Join us online for a fun, interactive session where teens and adults with intellectual disabilities (and their caregivers) learn practical skills for everyday life. This month, we will talk about setting and reaching goals.
Book Talks | Agatha Christie: An Introduction
Mon, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn about the life and literacy legacy of Agatha Christie, one of the world's most enduring writers.
Environment | National Bird Day
Mon, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dacula Branch
We celebrate birds on National Bird Day every January! While birds are amazing, they're also a massive animal group under particular threat.
STEM - Engineering | DIY Astronaut Landers
Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Where Astronauts Land, Legends Begin! Learn the basics of engineering by building and testing your own astronaut lander.
Book Club | Trouble's Brewing - Grayson Mystery Book Club - "The Law of Innocence" by Michael Connelly
Mon, Jan 12, 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, "The Law of Innocence" by Michael Connelly!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Meeting Room
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
Education | Spelling Bee
Mon, Jan 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Join us for a fun and educational Spelling Bee! This friendly competition is designed to help children grow their vocabulary, boost confidence, and sharpen their spelling skills in a supportive environment.
STEM - Mathematics | After School Math and Science Club
Mon, Jan 12, 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!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Learn and practice reading skills at the Buford-Sugar Hill Branch with one-on-one time with a Reading Buddies Member.
Family | Evening Storytime
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a special nighttime storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes; pajamas are encouraged! For children of all ages with a caregiver.
Arts | Theatre Workshop - Self Expression
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us for this monthly workshop for high schoolers where we will explore self expression and the acting process, analyze dramatic texts, all in a fun and supportive environment. This month, we'll talk about self expression.
Book Club | Peachtree Corners Book Club
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Are you eager to find new reads and talk about books with other people? Our book club is all about exploring a diverse range of stories!
Learning Labs | Creative Team Management - With Magma
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace
Magma is a collaborative art program that is free to use and perfect for connecting a creative team for a work project. Join us to learn the basics of Magma and start brainstorming today!
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 6:00pm
Jobs & Careers | Resume Rehab - AI Strategies for Career Management
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us for an informative session designed to equip job seekers with essential AI resources and strategies for creating or updating an effective resume.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 9:00am
STEM - Science | Penguin Awareness Day
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Celebrate Penguin Awareness Day by learning all about penguins, their habitats, and how they have been impacted by climate change.
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