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Open to 4th-12th grade. Drop in and learn the Japanese art of kumihimo, used by samurai to create lacing for their armor. We'll scale down the technique and make unique friendship bracelets or bookmarks. Note: 4th-5th grade projects will be available in the Children's Department. 6th-12th grade projects will be available in the Teen Room.
We will be closing early at 4:00 pm for the homecoming parades. Note: Citizenship classes will not be available on September 5th or 26th.
Open to 6-12th grade. Studies show that coloring can relieve stress, and make you feel happier and more creative. Well, it's National Coloring Day, if you needed an excuse to send the day with crayons, markers, and colored pencils. Bring a friend and enjoy a coloring sheet or two.
Open to 6-12th grade. Arrrre you ready for International Talk Like a Pirate Day on September 19th? Get inspired with pirate snacks, crafts, and the best action/comedy pirate movie of 2003, Pirates of the Caribbean (PG-13)!
Open 8th-12th grade. Play in a casual setting to make friends, learn a new game, or hone your skills! Bring your decks and make some new friends, or get started if you're interested in learning. All skill levels welcome. Activities available while supplies last.
Open to all! Dr. Sean McKenzie from Calhoun City Schools will be teaching these classes each week, so please tell your friends! This is a free class and does not require documentation. No class on September 5th or September 26th. Note: As of 9/17/2019, this class will be held on Tuesdays.
Open to ages 18 and up. Develop your skills to prepare for the workforce. Learn how to best dress for a job interview, and then learn how to prepare for an interview.
Joshua, a 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten graduate! Open to all ages. Let's celebrate our community's future readers! Learn more about our free 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program and get your child signed up. Current participants and graduates of the program are encouraged to attend, too. We will have play areas for little ones, refreshments, a […]
Open to 18 and older. Join us for a free yoga class designed for older adults. Mats will be provided and class is taught by Judy Peterson. Pre-registration is required. Call the library at 706-624-1456 to register.
Come hear about principles taught at Gordon Hospital on Choice, Rest, Environment, Activity, Interpersonal Relationships, Outlook and Nutrition. We will review how these pillars affect our activities of daily living and the importance of feeling whole. Join us for a class through Family Connection of Gordon County. To register, please call or text 706-602-5139 or […]
Open to 4th-8th grades. Aspiring writers meet to discuss story ideas and learn how to write their own works. November 4th - Discuss National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) and how tweens can take advantage of it. December 30th - Do you like stories? Do you have one to share? This group is for you! Come […]
Open to ages 18 and up. Learn how to manage your income to: budget for expenses, save for emergencies, eliminate debt and plan for retirement.
Join LG Hausys for a job fair. Job seekers interested in attending the event should visit employgeorgia.com to create and account so they can prepare and submit a résumé. Having an Employ Georgia account expedites the process. Applicants are encouraged to bring their résumés and driver's licenses, and to dress business casual.
Open to 6-12th grade. Learn how to upcycle a beat-up old book into a work of art. You'll learn how to make a 3D heart in the middle of a book! It makes a great display piece or gift. Books will be supplied while they last, or bring your own old hardback book. Skills required: […]
Open to 6th-12th grade. Celebrate National Poetry Day with a YA Coffeehouse. Bring a poem you've written, or your favorite by another author, to share out loud. Or, just come prepared to listen. We'll have a coffeehouse atmosphere with music, cookies, and hot drinks.
Join us at Burr Park from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm to celebrate Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary.
Open to ages 18 and older. Come meet therapy teams from Compassionate Paws, Inc. and see their presentations. They hope to recruit new pet partner teams to help serve the surrounding counties by way of pet therapy. These teams provide comfort, joy, and learning through animal-assisted activities. Humans are welcome; please do not bring your […]
