Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library

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…

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: May 3rd - Flowers May 10th - Mother's Day May 17th - Music May 24th - Memorial Day May 31st - More Music! June 7th - Carl & Sue June 14th - Music! June 21st - Music! June 28th -…

Stephanie Irvin, an employee with the Georgia Libraries for Accessible Statewide Services (GLASS), will be sharing information about accessible reading materials. Residents of Georgia who are unable to read standard print due to a disability, may qualify for free, accessible reading materials through GLASS. Find out more about GLASS by visiting the GLASS Website or by calling 1-800-248-6701.

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 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, or on January 19th, 2019!

Representatives from Boy Scout Troop 22 will be on the front sidewalk of the Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library to collect donations of non-perishable food items from anyone who wishes to drive-by and drop off contributions. Throughout the week, a donation drop box will be available in the lobby of the library. February 16, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm February 23, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm All donations will be transported to the Voluntary Action Center in Calhoun…

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 ages 18 and up. Dessert & Discussion Book Club is a book club with a twist (previously Brown Bag Book Club). We will be voting on themes we would like to read at each meeting. We look forward to meeting fellow readers and learning about new books! Drop by for dessert and coffee and bring along a favorite book to talk about. Registration is preferred but not required. Themes July - Georgia Authors August - Your favorite book…

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: May 3rd - Flowers May 10th - Mother's Day May 17th - Music May 24th - Memorial Day May 31st - More Music! June 7th - Carl & Sue June 14th - Music! June 21st - Music! June 28th -…

Open to all ages. Come experience our Virtual Reality headset, the Oculus Rift. Experiment in a simple tutorial, try to beat the high score by keeping on rhythm, explore the world like a bird, or join in short stories. If you're hesitant or curious, drop by and enjoy seeing what others are experiencing. Virtual reality headsets are not recommended for children under the age of 13. Permission forms required for those under 13.

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!