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Yoga With Angie
Yoga With Angie
Come relax and replenish by participating in a peaceful yoga class taught by instructor Angie.
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Spanish Class
Spanish Class
Want to jumpstart your kid learning a second language. Sign-up for this session of Spanish classes. Each session is 6 weeks, This session runs from April 30 - June 4.
17 events,
Family Fun Homeschool – DIY Birdfeeders
Family Fun Homeschool – DIY Birdfeeders
A fun time for homeschoolers to hang out in an educational environment at the library! Fun, themed activities and crafts! Ages 6-12
Bits & Masterpieces: Beaded Spring Craft
Bits & Masterpieces: Beaded Spring Craft
Come join us for a fun spring craft. This week we are making flowers and butterflies out of beads.
After School Adventures
After School Adventures
Continue building early literacy in your kiddos by joining us for an interactive storytime.Today Ms. Annie will be joining us with the S.T.E.A.M. Engine!
14 events,
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
For children ages 3-5. We'll read books, sing songs, and learn fingerplays. Bugs, bugs, bugs! Let's talk about creepy crawlies.
Birds & Eggs Storytime
Birds & Eggs Storytime
Family centered Storytime for children ages two and up. Activities include reading, rhymes, songs, dances, and crafts.
3 events,
Aerobics for Seniors
Aerobics for Seniors
Join us on Fridays for an introduction into aerobics. Class will take a break every fourth Friday* No registration or experience required.
Teen Book Club
Teen Book Club
We will be discussing Once Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Garber. Copies available at the library.
6 events,
Bookmobile @ Mayfest
Bookmobile @ Mayfest
Find the bookmobile at Mayfest in Carrollton! Don't forget to get one of our punch cards when you see us at special events!
Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day
Join us to build your own materpiece with blocks, put a puzzle together, or do some coloring. This is a great way to spend time together with your family.
FREE Comic Book Day
FREE Comic Book Day
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with us! From May 4th through the rest of the month, you can receive a comic book to keep, FREE of charge. Ask the Circulation Desk Staff for more information.
Sensory Saturday
Sensory Saturday
Drop-in between 11 AM and 1 PM where there will be different stations of sensory play for ages 3 - 10.
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Mother’s Day Craft
Mother’s Day Craft
A craft night for adults using the Glowforge in the Maker's Lab! Sign up by coming in or by calling the library as this program is limited to 9.
Chess Club
Chess Club
Join us as we play chess and teach beginners how to play. This is a great way to meet new people and play cool games.
22 events,
Bookmobile @ UWG
Bookmobile @ UWG
The bookmobile will be at University of West Georgia in front of Ingram Library and Starbucks! This is our last stop here until fall semester starts!
Mystery Book Club
Mystery Book Club
A monthly book club for lovers of mysteries and thrillers. This month's selection for the Mystery Book Club is Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz. Copies are avaliable at the library.
Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons
Join our campaign and explore the role-playing world of Dungeons and Dragons! Beginners are welcome. Registration required. Ages 12 - 18
Straw Weaving
Straw Weaving
Create your own bracelet, necklace or headband with plastic straws and colorful strands of yarn!
Adult Art *pre-register
Adult Art *pre-register
Join us for Adult Art night! We will be decorating cutting boards! Do you have a hand written recipe that you'd like to decoupage onto the board? Bring it with you and we will show you how you can do it without hurting your original!
15 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Schedule your appointment today! Call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code vrpl. SAVE TIME! SAVE LIVES!
22 events,
Veterans Group Meeting
Veterans Group Meeting
Veterans come the library to enjoy a light breakfast and fellowship. For more information you can contact the group leader, John Hannabach at hannajo73@comcast.net.
YA/NA Board Game Night
YA/NA Board Game Night
You are invited to come play board games! You can bring your own or play some that we have!
Teen Hangout Club – Escape Room!
Teen Hangout Club – Escape Room!
Each month features a different awesome Escape Room! Wanna chill instead? That's okay! We'll have our Nintendo Switch and art supplies out like usual! Free snacks! Ages 11 and up.
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Finance Committee Virtual Work Session
Finance Committee Virtual Work Session
Join with Google Meet meet.google.com/awn-qnsr-wft Join by phone (US) +1 219-281-4225 PIN: 341 621 874# Download the Agenda
Adult Game Day
Adult Game Day
Ages 18+. Come to the library to play a variety of board and card games. This is a great way to have fun and meet new people.
Family Sensory Friendly Movie
Family Sensory Friendly Movie
Developmental disability friendly. Join us for Mary Poppins with lights up and the sound down. Feel free to move, dance, walk around, and sing along!
Children’s Mother’s Day Craft
Children’s Mother’s Day Craft
Join us as we honor moms, grandmothers, aunts, sisters, etc. with an adorable Mother's Day craft!
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Book Lovers Together Book Club
Book Lovers Together Book Club
Join our all genre book club as they read and discuss the book Death in Bloodhound Red by Virginia Lanier.
Superhero Storytime
Superhero Storytime
Swing by the library to see a real superhero in action! A SUPER special guest will be here to read to kiddos!
Douglas County Public Library’s Free Comic Book Day
Douglas County Public Library’s Free Comic Book Day
Join us for a comic-filled day of fun for all ages. There will be free comics, crafts, snacks, games, and a costume contest!
Mother’s Day Succulent Craft
Mother’s Day Succulent Craft
Ages 12-17. Create a goregous succulent craft for mom. Decorate a pot and plant a fun arrangement.
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14 events,
Ask a Lawyer
Ask a Lawyer
A lawyer will be here to give free legal advice on civil matters. No appointment needed.
Storytime – Wild Animals
Storytime – Wild Animals
At Storytime we sing songs, read a book, and play with friends, and get a take-home activity! Ages 2-6
Storytime – Wild Animals
Storytime – Wild Animals
At Storytime we sing songs, read a book, and play with friends, and get a take-home activity! Ages 2-6
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Frogs Storytime
Frogs Storytime
Family centered Storytime for children ages two and up. Activities include reading, rhymes, songs, dances, and crafts.
Breastfeeding Support Group
Breastfeeding Support Group
Join us as we have a certifed lactation specialist here at the library to helpo expecting, new and experienced breastfeeding moms.
5 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Schedule your appointment today! Call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code vrpl. SAVE TIME! SAVE LIVES!
Aerobics for Seniors
Aerobics for Seniors
Join us on Fridays for an introduction into aerobics. Class will take a break every fourth Friday* No registration or experience required.
Game Changers Book Club
Game Changers Book Club
This book club is focused on connecting community leaders and inspiring them towards success. Join us for a discussion of leadership topics, whether you've read the book or not. This month we are reading the book Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek.
4 events,
Women’s Group
Women’s Group
How do you treat yourself as a woman? Are you repressing self-doubt? Let's discuss these dynamics.
Summer Community Swap
Summer Community Swap
Swap up to 10 new or gently-used summertime items at our community swap! Items must be brought in during the week leading up to the swap. Please no books or used swimsuits.
The Gaming Guild
The Gaming Guild
Drop in and join us for an afternoon of games of all kinds! Games will be posted closer to game day. Ages 8-18. Registration required.
Confidently Me Workshop
Confidently Me Workshop
Build up your confidence at our skill building workshop! Open to teens and adults.
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Storytime – Space
Storytime – Space
At Storytime we sing songs, read a book, and play with friends, and get a take-home activity! Ages 2-6
Monday Morning Masterpieces
Monday Morning Masterpieces
Come learn how to do a simple art piece from a local artist; Making Earrings
Storytime – Space
Storytime – Space
At Storytime we sing songs, read a book, and play with friends, and get a take-home activity! Ages 2-6
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Baby Storytime – 1st Session
Baby Storytime – 1st Session
Develop early literacy in your youngest by engaging them in reading, songs, rhymes, and play during our baby storytime. Storytime makes reading fun, engages children in literature, and encourages socialization among peers. Continue building early literacy in your little ones by joining us for baby storytime every Tuesday morning. 1st session at 10am, 2nd at […]
Tai-Chi for Seniors
Tai-Chi for Seniors
tai-Chi is said to improve stability and flexibility as well as strengthen muscles. Join us on Tuesdays to explore Tai-Chi and relax. Ages 18+ only.
10 events,
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Encourages your preschooler to have an eagerness for books and reading. Develops an enthusiastic attitude for learning and vocabulary, building and improving communication skills. All this is done with stories, songs, action rhymes, and a simple craft.
Family Fun Homeschool – Memorial Day Poppies
Family Fun Homeschool – Memorial Day Poppies
A fun time for homeschoolers to hang out in an educational environment at the library! Fun, themed activities and crafts! Ages 6-12
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Creative Writing Workshop
Creative Writing Workshop
Get ready homeschoolers ages 11-17! It is time to unleash your inner storyteller.
Lions & Tigers Storytime
Lions & Tigers Storytime
Family centered Storytime for children ages two and up. Activities include reading, rhymes, songs, dances, and crafts.
Spanish Storytime
Spanish Storytime
Join us for Spanish Storytime. This bilingual story hour is a great way to teach your child a second language.
4 events,
Aerobics for Seniors
Aerobics for Seniors
Join us on Fridays for an introduction into aerobics. Class will take a break every fourth Friday* No registration or experience required.
Friday Fun
Friday Fun
A sensory program designed for all ages with learning disabilities. Find community and support while enjoying quality time together. All families and caregivers welcome.
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LIBRARY IS CLOSED
LIBRARY IS CLOSED
The library will be closed for Memorial Day! Enjoy the holiday, and we hope to see you when we reopen on Tuesday, May 28th!
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Page Turners Book Club
Page Turners Book Club
Online discussion. The Last House on the Street by Diane Chamberlain. Note Tuesday date due to Memorial Day
DIY Guatamalan Worry Dolls
DIY Guatamalan Worry Dolls
Come learn about and make your own Guatamalan Worry Dolls to celebrate our Summer Reading theme, Adventures Around the World. Only for ages 18+
Cutie Corner Book Club: Elsewhere
Cutie Corner Book Club: Elsewhere
Discuss Alexis Schaitkin's Elsewhere with us. Copies of the book are available at the library.
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Summer Reading Program Kick-Off
Summer Reading Program Kick-Off
Join us for our Summer Reading Kick-Off with the Ken Scott Magic Show!
DC Preschool Storytime
DC Preschool Storytime
Stories, music, and a craft for preschool ages 3-5. Our theme this week is: Adventures Around the World!
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Encourages your preschooler to have an eagerness for books and reading. Develops an enthusiastic attitude for learning and vocabulary, building and improving communication skills. All this is done with stories, songs, action rhymes, and a simple craft.
Adult Game Day
Adult Game Day
Ages 18+. Come to the library to play a variety of board and card games. This is a great way to have fun and meet new people.
16 events,
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
For children ages 3-5. We'll read books, sing songs, and learn fingerplays. Let's start Summer Reading off right with Adventures Around the World!
Summer Reading Kick Off Water Day
Summer Reading Kick Off Water Day
A fun water day with sprinkler, ice pops, crafts. and outdoor games to celebrate the beginning of summer.
Tools Storytime
Tools Storytime
Family centered Storytime for children ages two and up. Activities include reading, rhymes, songs, dances, and crafts.
8 events,
Reptile Show #1
Reptile Show #1
Come encounter some cool reptiles while learning all about these amazing creatures, This event is with Scaley Addictions.
Summer Reading Kick-Off Day
Summer Reading Kick-Off Day
This summer adventure begins at your library! Keep you and your kids reading and having fun all summer long. Kick-off that adventure with us as we have two reptile shows, bounce house, popsicles, games, and more. Plus get everything you need to get you and the whole family signed up for summer reading 2024.