Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library

Story time for ages 5 and under.  Come sing, dance, make a craft and hear a story or two and play with other kids.  This is a great time for preschoolers to learn social skills in a smaller setting. Themes: January 10th - Carl & Sue Visit February 7th - NO NONI'S NOOK February 14th February 21st February 28th March 7th March 14th - Carl & Sue Visit March 21st March 28th April 4th April 11th - Carl & Sue…

Each month we will be focusing on a different need in our community and we welcome any suggestions you might have in this endeavor. January: Come make "Fidget Blankets" for us to give to people with Dementia/Alzheimer's. We would like to give a gift of love to our friends and need your help. We are collecting items to make fidget blankets and are meeting to put the blankets together. We need for several people to bring sewing machines to sew…

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.   Update: Classes have a new day and time!

This class is for ages birth to two. We sing songs and rhymes, read a book or two, learn some basic signs and review what we have learned. Using sign language is very beneficial for infants due to the fact that they cannot speak very well; they are, however, communicating in some form or fashion. Being able to sign what they want takes away some of the frustration of communication. The class lasts for 30 minutes, but parents love to stay…

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.   Update: Classes have a new day and time!

Open to all ages. This is a great excuse to act like a child again while spending quality time as a family. Join us as we play with hundreds of building blocks of all shapes and sizes.   LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this web site.

Free classes in which students learn to write and speak basic, conversational English.  Childcare is provided for those attending the class through the generosity of a volunteer. No class on Saturday, September 1st, November 10th, or November 24th, January 19, 2019, April 20th,  April 27th, or May 25th!

Open to 5th grade and under. Join us for a special craft! May 6th - Make a special card for your mother, grandmother, or other special lady in your life.

Open to 4th - 5th grade. Hangout, enjoy food, fun, and games. Come meet our new YA Coordinator, Chelsea, and hear about all the upcoming events she will be offering. Fill out a survey and be entered into a drawing for grand prize!

This class is for ages birth to two. We sing songs and rhymes, read a book or two, learn some basic signs and review what we have learned. Using sign language is very beneficial for infants due to the fact that they cannot speak very well; they are, however, communicating in some form or fashion. Being able to sign what they want takes away some of the frustration of communication. The class lasts for 30 minutes, but parents love to stay…

Open to 9th-12th grade. Come learn some relaxation techniques before the end of school activities begin for the year. Space is limited; please pre-register.

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.   Update: Classes have a new day and time!

Open to all ages. This is a great excuse to act like a child again while spending quality time as a family. Join us as we play with hundreds of building blocks of all shapes and sizes.   LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this web site.

Free classes in which students learn to write and speak basic, conversational English.  Childcare is provided for those attending the class through the generosity of a volunteer. No class on Saturday, September 1st, November 10th, or November 24th, January 19, 2019, April 20th,  April 27th, or May 25th!

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. May 13th - Chair Yoga

Open to all; designed for parents of children with disabilities. Learn basic information about The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) including January - "What a Great Idea": Special education and how it works, including topics like - Child Find - Response to Intervention (RTI) - Student Support Teams - Making Referrals - Evaluation Expectations - Preparing for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meeting - Resolving Disputes February - "Movin' Up!": Planning your child's successful transition at age 3, including…

This class is for ages birth to two. We sing songs and rhymes, read a book or two, learn some basic signs and review what we have learned. Using sign language is very beneficial for infants due to the fact that they cannot speak very well; they are, however, communicating in some form or fashion. Being able to sign what they want takes away some of the frustration of communication. The class lasts for 30 minutes, but parents love to stay…

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.   Update: Classes have a new day and time!

Children of all ages can sit awhile and read with Carl, a very sweet & lovable golden retriever. Carl is an Alliance of Therapy Dogs member and is trained to be a therapy dog. He loves to be petted, loved on and read to. Carl's owner, Sue (Susan Van Buren), is a registered play therapist and licensed clinical social worker who enjoys teaching families about the benefits of play therapy, what it entails, and the techniques that enhance parent/child relationships.

Open to 2nd - 5th grade. Open to kindergarten - 5th grade. Fun STEAM activity that will encourage elementary age students to use science, technology and math to build and create in a group setting. Projects will vary each month. September 21st - Use edible materials to make buildings. October 19th - Use pumpkins and pumpkin seeds to count, weigh, estimate, and more.   March 22nd - STEM is back! Participate in a fun activity before or after visiting Carl.…

Open to all ages. This is a great excuse to act like a child again while spending quality time as a family. Join us as we play with hundreds of building blocks of all shapes and sizes.   LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this web site.

Free classes in which students learn to write and speak basic, conversational English.  Childcare is provided for those attending the class through the generosity of a volunteer. No class on Saturday, September 1st, November 10th, or November 24th, January 19, 2019, April 20th,  April 27th, or May 25th!

The Georgia Department of Labor Mobile Lab will be parked at the library all day to assist anyone in resume building and job searches. This Mobile lab is equipped with computers and staff to help and is free to the public. This service is made possible through the partnership of Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library and the Georgia Department of Labor.

Each month we will be focusing on a different need in our community and we welcome any suggestions you might have in this endeavor. January: Come make "Fidget Blankets" for us to give to people with Dementia/Alzheimer's. We would like to give a gift of love to our friends and need your help. We are collecting items to make fidget blankets and are meeting to put the blankets together. We need for several people to bring sewing machines to sew…

Open to 4th - 12th grade. Homeschooling families are invited to get together. Hangout, enjoy food, fun, and games. Come meet our new YA Coordinator, Chelsea, and hear about all the upcoming events she will be offering. Fill out a survey and be entered into a drawing for grand prize!

This class is for ages birth to two. We sing songs and rhymes, read a book or two, learn some basic signs and review what we have learned. Using sign language is very beneficial for infants due to the fact that they cannot speak very well; they are, however, communicating in some form or fashion. Being able to sign what they want takes away some of the frustration of communication. The class lasts for 30 minutes, but parents love to stay…

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.   Update: Classes have a new day and time!

This class is for ages birth to two. We sing songs and rhymes, read a book or two, learn some basic signs and review what we have learned. Using sign language is very beneficial for infants due to the fact that they cannot speak very well; they are, however, communicating in some form or fashion. Being able to sign what they want takes away some of the frustration of communication. The class lasts for 30 minutes, but parents love to stay…

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.   Update: Classes have a new day and time!

Story time for ages 5 and under.  Come sing, dance, make a craft and hear a story or two and play with other kids.  This is a great time for preschoolers to learn social skills in a smaller setting. Themes: January 10th - Carl & Sue Visit February 7th - NO NONI'S NOOK February 14th February 21st February 28th March 7th March 14th - Carl & Sue Visit March 21st March 28th April 4th April 11th - Carl & Sue…