Storytimes near SHARON FORKS LIBRARY

Hampton Park Library

Books, stories, action rhymes, songs, and movement to help support toddlers' developing literacy. These programs introduce age-appropriate books and stories. In addition, Toddler Tales incorporates action rhymes, songs, and movement in fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth. These programs vary in length from 30 to 45 minutes depending on library branch and are suggested for toddlers ages 18–36 months with a caregiver. Event image credit: Courtney Hale from Getty Images Signature via Canva.com

Sharon Forks Library

Storytime for babies 0–18 months, with a caregiver. Books & Babies focuses on the development of pre-literacy skills as well as babies’ physical, social, and cognitive growth. It also provides a nurturing environment for caregivers and babies to bond and learn together. This storytime encourages a love of books, song, movement, rhythm, and rhyme. Following the program, babies can expand their motor, sensory, and social skills during free play time, which also provides caregivers the opportunity to socialize and meet people in the community. This program is for babies 0–18 months old, with a parent or caregiver, and lasts 30-45 minutes. Event image credit: indahlestar29 via Canva.com

Post Road Library

Books, stories, action rhymes, songs, and movement to help support toddlers' developing literacy. These programs introduce age-appropriate books and stories. In addition, Toddler Tales incorporates action rhymes, songs, and movement in fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth. These programs vary in length from 30 to 45 minutes depending on library branch and are suggested for toddlers ages 18–36 months with a caregiver. Event image credit: Courtney Hale from Getty Images Signature via Canva.com

Cumming Library

Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are invited to listen to stories and create simple crafts designed to accommodate a range of abilities. Caregivers welcome! Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are invited to listen to stories and create simple crafts designed to accommodate a range of abilities. The theme this month is Sunshine. We will be making spinners. This program is designed specifically for adults. Event image credit: Drazen_ from Getty Images Signature via Canva.com

Sharon Forks Library

Storytime for babies 0–18 months, with a caregiver. Books & Babies focuses on the development of pre-literacy skills as well as babies’ physical, social, and cognitive growth. It also provides a nurturing environment for caregivers and babies to bond and learn together. This storytime encourages a love of books, song, movement, rhythm, and rhyme. Following the program, babies can expand their motor, sensory, and social skills during free play time, which also provides caregivers the opportunity to socialize and meet people in the community. This program is for babies 0–18 months old, with a parent or caregiver, and lasts 30-45 minutes. Event image credit: indahlestar29 via Canva.com

Denmark Library

Meet your favorite dinosaurs up close! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Step into the prehistoric world and get ready to meet your favorite dinosaurs up close! Dive into a range of exciting activities, from thrilling fossil searches to dinosaur games. The whole family will be captivated by our engaging live program, including a special meet-and-greet with our adorable baby dinosaurs. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure! This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: East Tennessee Dinosaur Adventure

Post Road Library

Stories, singing, and movement activities to help support preschoolers' literacy development. Dig deep into stories at your library as we celebrate summer reading with a special weekly storytime for children ages 3–6 years old with a caregiver. Enjoy stories, singing, movement activities, and a puppet show! These programs are designed to promote language, listening, and pre-reading skills by emphasizing vocabulary development, experiences with a variety of literature, and participation in language-based activities. In addition, they will develop the skills needed to become successful readers. These programs are usually 45 minutes in length and the whole family is welcome. No registration is required. Event image credit: FatCamera from Getty Images Signature via Canva.com

Hampton Park Library

Stories, singing, and movement activities to help support preschoolers' literacy development. Unearth a story as we celebrate summer reading with a special weekly storytime for children ages 3–6 years old with a caregiver. Enjoy stories, singing, movement activities, and a puppet show! These programs are designed to promote language, listening, and pre-reading skills by emphasizing vocabulary development, experiences with a variety of literature, and participation in language-based activities. In addition, they will develop the skills needed to become successful readers. These programs are usually 45 minutes in length and the whole family is welcome. No registration is required. Event image credit: FatCamera from Getty Images Signature via Canva.com

Hampton Park Library

Players familiar with the game are welcome to drop in and play American Mah Jongg. Play American Mah Jongg with other enthusiasts in this weekly meetup! There will be no instructor, so players must have a basic understanding of the game as standardized by the National Mah Jongg League. Players are encouraged to provide their own tiles and cards. This program is for adults only. Event image credit: LarsHallstrom from Getty Images via Canva.com

Denmark Library

Meet your favorite dinosaurs up close! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Step into the prehistoric world and get ready to meet your favorite dinosaurs up close! Dive into a range of exciting activities, from thrilling fossil searches to dinosaur games. The whole family will be captivated by our engaging live program, including a special meet-and-greet with our adorable baby dinosaurs. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure! This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: East Tennessee Dinosaur Adventure

Bookmobile

Bookmobile Visit Drop by and check out books for children, teens, and adults in English and Spanish. Chromebooks are available to check out for 30 days. Kids can also join us for a craft or activity! Please contact the Outreach department at 678-513-9354 if you have any questions. Event image credit: Forsyth County Public Library

Cumming Library

See a volcano explode and learn all about gemstones! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Join us at the Cumming Library for a summer STEAM program all about volcanoes and gemstones! Watch a model volcano explode and learn about various rocks, minerals, and gemstones and how they are formed in nature. This program is designed for kids in grades 3–5. This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: SDI Productions from Getty Images Signature via Canva.com

Post Road Library

Need constructive feedback on your writing? Join our writers' group! Are you a writer looking to refine your work for publication? The Post Road Writers' Group meets once a month to offer support and feedback on all types of writing, including novels, children's books, short stories, memoirs, and articles. Participants provide and receive constructive feedback on submissions and discuss suggestions as a group. This is an adult program. Registration is recommended. Event image credit: Ikostudio via Canva.com

Cumming Library

Family Storytime with books, music, and a puppet show! Join us for stories, music, and a puppet show; fun for the whole family! Twilight Tales will be held in the meeting room this summer. No registration required. Event image credit: from Igor Alecsander from Getty Images Signature via Canva.com

Denmark Library

Learn how to make your own self-sustaining terrarium! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Terrariums are small, self-sustaining ecosystems that can be created in glass jars. Teens are welcome to come and make their own small terrariums, and learn about the minimum maintenance that they require. This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. All materials will be provided. Event image credit: Huy Phan from Pexels via Canva.com

Sharon Forks Library, Sharon Forks Conference Room

Work together and test your puzzle-solving skills to recover a stolen artifact at the Sharon Forks Library! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. A famous document from American history has gone missing, and it's up to a team of highly skilled individuals to recover it! Join fellow investigators at the Sharon Forks Library to find clues and solve riddles before time runs out. Will you find the missing artifact in the "Nic" of time? You don't want to get "Cage"-ed in! This program is for adults only. This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: Event image credit: Aflo from Aflo Images via Canva.com .

Denmark Library

Storytime for babies 0–18 months, with a caregiver. Books & Babies focuses on the development of pre-literacy skills as well as babies’ physical, social, and cognitive growth. It also provides a nurturing environment for caregivers and babies to bond and learn together. This storytime encourages a love of books, song, movement, rhythm, and rhyme. Following the program, babies can expand their motor, sensory, and social skills during free play time, which also provides caregivers the opportunity to socialize and meet people in the community. This program is for babies 0–18 months old, with a parent or caregiver, and lasts 30-45 minutes. Event image credit: indahlestar29 via Canva.com

Sharon Forks Library

Dance and sing with Strawberry, Trusty, and Jolly Ann as they navigate challenges and learn about making the right choices. Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Get ready for a thrilling adventure that's bound to captivate children and parents alike! Dream Shakers bring you dynamic productions with a clear focus on building good character and essential Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) concepts. Take part in an interactive experience where students and adults can join the characters in dancing, singing along, and participating in call-and-response segments, ensuring that the lessons truly resonate with everyone. Join Strawberry, Trusty, and Jolly Ann as they navigate challenges and learn about making the right choices. This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: Dream Shakers

Denmark Library

Storytime for babies 0–18 months, with a caregiver. Books & Babies focuses on the development of pre-literacy skills as well as babies’ physical, social, and cognitive growth. It also provides a nurturing environment for caregivers and babies to bond and learn together. This storytime encourages a love of books, song, movement, rhythm, and rhyme. Following the program, babies can expand their motor, sensory, and social skills during free play time, which also provides caregivers the opportunity to socialize and meet people in the community. This program is for babies 0–18 months old, with a parent or caregiver, and lasts 30-45 minutes. Event image credit: indahlestar29 via Canva.com

Post Road Library

Meet Professor Static Fuzz and Jupiter as they unearth the story of our planet! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Join us as we travel from outer space inward, to learn about the conditions that made life possible on Earth! Unearth the story of our planet through interactive elements that explore atmosphere, changes over time, and even eruptions! This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: Science Guys of Atlanta

Cumming Library

Meet your favorite dinosaurs up close! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Step into the prehistoric world and get ready to meet your favorite dinosaurs up close! Dive into a range of exciting activities, from thrilling fossil searches to dinosaur games. The whole family will be captivated by our engaging live program, including a special meet-and-greet with our adorable baby dinosaurs. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure! This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: East Tennessee Dinosaur Adventure

Denmark Library

Travelling exhibit of UGA sports artifacts from Hargrett Rare Book & Manuscript Library Go Dawgs! Don't miss this exhibit of historic Georgia Bulldog sports artifacts from the UGA Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library. This drop-in event is part of a statewide summer tour across Georgia and appropriate for all ages. Event image credit: UGA Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Post Road Library

Make headway on your "Work in Progress" while meeting new friends with similar interests. Let the crafty conversations flow! Make headway on your "Work in Progress" while meeting new friends with similar interests. All crafts are welcome, so bring whatever project you are currently working on. Let the crafty conversations flow! Crafty Conversations meets every Friday at 1:00 p.m. Event image credit: vm from Getty Images Signature via Canva.com

Hampton Park Library

Meet your favorite dinosaurs up close! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Step into the prehistoric world and get ready to meet your favorite dinosaurs up close! Dive into a range of exciting activities, from thrilling fossil searches to dinosaur games. The whole family will be captivated by our engaging live program, including a special meet-and-greet with our adorable baby dinosaurs. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure! This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: East Tennessee Dinosaur Adventure

Post Road Library

Meet Professor Static Fuzz and Jupiter as they unearth the story of our planet! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Join us as we travel from outer space inward, to learn about the conditions that made life possible on Earth! Unearth the story of our planet through interactive elements that explore atmosphere, changes over time, and even eruptions! This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: Science Guys of Atlanta

Cumming Library

Come to the Cumming Library to decorate your own pot to plant ferns in. Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Come to the Cumming Library to paint your very own pot for a fern. All supplies are provided and no experience is needed. This event is a part of Forsyth Creates, a library program that gives adults the opportunity to make hands-on projects that connect them with other creative members of their community. This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event Image Credit: Victor Photo Stock from Getty Images via Canva.com

Sharon Forks Library

Dance and sing with Strawberry, Trusty, and Jolly Ann as they navigate challenges and learn about making the right choices. Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. Get ready for a thrilling adventure that's bound to captivate children and parents alike! Dream Shakers bring you dynamic productions with a clear focus on building good character and essential Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) concepts. Take part in an interactive experience where students and adults can join the characters in dancing, singing along, and participating in call-and-response segments, ensuring that the lessons truly resonate with everyone. Join Strawberry, Trusty, and Jolly Ann as they navigate challenges and learn about making the right choices. This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: Dream Shakers

Sharon Forks Library, Sharon Forks Conference Room

Work together and test your puzzle-solving skills to recover a stolen artifact at the Sharon Forks Library! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. A famous document from American history has gone missing, and it's up to a team of highly skilled individuals to recover it! Join fellow investigators at the Sharon Forks Library to find clues and solve riddles before time runs out. Will you find the missing artifact in the "Nic" of time? You don't want to get "Cage"-ed in! This program is for adults only. This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: Aflo from Aflo Images via Canva.com .

Cumming Library, Cumming Children's Area

Paws on the Weekend gives patrons the opportunity to read with a certified therapy dog. Paws on the Weekend gives patrons of all ages the opportunity to read and relax with a certified therapy dog while improving literacy skills. Participants sign up upon arrival for 15-minute sessions. Advance registration is not required. For grades K through 5. Event image credit: kali9 from Getty Images Signature via Canva.com

Sharon Forks Library, Sharon Forks Conference Room

Work together and test your puzzle-solving skills to recover a stolen artifact at the Sharon Forks Library! Event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to the program. A famous document from American history has gone missing, and it's up to a team of highly skilled individuals to recover it! Join fellow investigators at the Sharon Forks Library to find clues and solve riddles before time runs out. Will you find the missing artifact in the "Nic" of time? You don't want to get "Cage"-ed in! This program is for adults only. This event will require event passes. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. Event image credit: Aflo from Aflo Images via Canva.com .