SUMMER 2014 find your spot and

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news
events
calendar
programs
learning
Fizz, Boom and Read
your way through the
summer!
find your spot and
Coming to a nearby library soon
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quite quotable indeed
One benefit
of summer was
that each day
we had more
light to read by.
find your
summer
~ Jeannette Walls,
The Glass Castle
Green
Up Your Life:
Start at Your Library
Join In
See what you can experience
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SUMMER
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Pop into your local library to Fizz, Boom and Read your way
through the summer! Readers of all ages will explore all things
science-related during this year’s Atlanta-Fulton Public Library
System Summer Reading Program.
Fizz, Boom, Read! Spark a
Reaction this Summer!
Find activities throughout this newsletter that go Fizz and
Boom including fun and edible science experiments,
magicians, visiting scientists, interactive games,
Grossology, nature explorations and more.
Summer Reading fun can be had by all ages beginning
June 1 through August 1. For our very youngest, have
summer reading fun by looking at picture books with
your children who have not yet learned to read and
point out people, animals and objects in the pictures.
Read to your children and ask them to “read” to you.
Children who sign up for the reading program keep
their minds active and enter school in the fall ready
to learn and ready to succeed. Reading throughout
the summer benefits students by helping retain
skills learned during the school year.
It’s easy to join us – just come into the library to register.
Children read 10 books and teens read 5.
Teens this year have their own special theme:
“Spark a Reaction,” and there are programs galore
that are hot and cool for just this age!
Your librarian is also more than happy to help
you find books that are just right for every age group.
We hope that you and your family enjoy our free
programs and reading through the summer and
discovering treasures throughout the library. Registration
for “Fizz, Boom, Read!” begins on June 1. For more
information, call your local branch or explore more at
our website, www.afpls.org.
Boom on into your local library today. Sign-up forms are
available at every library branch, and are distributed at
schools throughout Fulton County. We look forward to
seeing you in our libraries this summer!
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The Center for
Puppetry Arts and
Our Libraries
This summer children ages two to four and their adult caregivers
can experience fun with puppets when the Center for Puppetry
Arts comes to six of our branches with their “Preschool Puppetry
Playshops.” The goal of this program is to support early childhood
literacy with the objective of providing an interactive arts experience
while addressing a number of curriculum standards.
These workshops enhance motor skills, increase language and social
skills, and develop self-confidence. Programs feature reading activities,
songs, fingerplays and puppet-making. High-energy and engaging,
the workshop experience supports early childhood literacy by bringing
to life one of three terrific books for early readers and celebrates
creativity and the arts in developmentally-appropriate ways.
The “Preschool Puppetry Playshops” are made possible from an outreach
grant awarded to the Center for Puppetry Arts from Fulton County Arts
& Culture to provide direct outreach to residents in North, South and
unincorporated Fulton County. Our libraries that will host the programs
this summer include the East Point, Northeast/Spruill Oaks, Northside,
Sandy Springs and Southwest Branches. These programs are free and
open to the public. See listings at the right for full details.
Don’t be disappointed if you are older than 4! Library patrons of
all ages can experience the Center for Puppetry Arts with our yearround “Passport to Puppetry” Library Loan Program. Thanks to a
great partnership between the Center for Puppetry Arts and Georgia’s
Public Libraries, residents with a valid Atlanta-Fulton Public Library
card can check out the “Passport to Puppetry” at any Atlanta-Fulton
Public Library location.
The “Passport to Puppetry” is valid for up to four free museum
admissions—a potential savings of up to $33 per family. Parties with
children must include at least one adult. The museum provides
educational fun with more than 350 puppets from around the world,
highlighting the fact that every civilization on our planet has its own
unique form of puppetry tradition.
The museum at the Center
for Puppetry Arts is open
Tuesdays through Sundays
with hours varying upon
day and programming.
In addition to four free
admissions, the “Passport to
Puppetry” also entitles library
patrons to attend certain
Family Series performances
at the Center and/or participate
in a Create-a-Puppet Workshop
at a 25% discount, when
space is available.
For more information,
please visit www.puppet.org
or www.afpls.org.
2014 Summer
Preschool Puppetry
Playshops:
EAST POINT BRANCH
Tuesday, June 17. 10:30 a.m.
and 2:00 p.m. (two sessions)
NORTHEAST SPRUILL OAKS
BRANCH
Wednesday, June 18. 10:30
a.m. and 12:00 p.m. (two
sessions)
SOUTHWEST BRANCH
Thursday, June 19. 10:00 a.m.
and 11:30 a.m. (two sessions)
NORTHSIDE BRANCH
Tuesday, June 24. 12:30 p.m.
SANDY SPRINGS BRANCH
Thursday, June 26. 10:30 a.m.
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Green
Up Your Life:
Start at Your Library
Did you know that any one of our 33 libraries
can help you go green this summer? If you want
to start or help your garden (even if it is a small
container garden on your patio), learn to tell
good bugs from bad, or green up your lawn, the
library is the perfect place to start.
Along with thousands of books, DVDs, audiobooks, magazine and newspapers that focus
on gardening, patrons can access our public computers in each branch to search online for
even more pertinent information or come in to one of our branches this summer for one of
many programs on starting, keeping or bettering your yard and garden!
The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System and Fulton County Cooperative Extension are
both departments within Fulton County, and are the perfect neighbors to come together in
helping you live a healthier lifestyle. Gardening is fun and it’s good for your health in many
ways. Libraries provide public access to a wide range of reliable, credible and understandable
health and gardening information, and Cooperative Extension is the go-to service for
“pollinating the lives of Fulton County residents with research-based information in the
areas of agricultural and environmental sciences, 4-H and youth, and family and consumer
sciences.” When our services join forces, you win!
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Good Bugs, Bad Bugs Summer Gardening –
Thursday, July 10. 1:00 p.m. Container Gardening
101
Start today by joining us for
one of our great programs
throughout the summer:
Summer Gardening
–Growing Beautiful
Annuals & Perennials
Thursday, June 5. 1:00 p.m.
Want a big, beautiful flower
bed like the professionally
maintained ones? Learn the
differences between annual
and perennials and when
and where they should be
planted for the Wow! Boom!
factor. Offered by Fulton
County Cooperative Extension.
Adults. Reservations required
for groups.
PERRY HOMES BRANCH
Good Bugs, Bad Bugs
Wednesday, June 10. 10:00 a.m.
Program is presented by
Fulton County Cooperative
Extension. Ages 3 and up.
ADAMS PARK BRANCH
Good Bugs, Bad Bugs
Wednesday, June 11. 10:30 a.m.
Program is presented by
GEORGIA HILL BRANCH
Good Bugs Bad Bugs
Wednesday, June 18. 2:00 p.m.
Participants will be able to
identify insects that are helpful
in the garden; they will know
what insect to use to suppress
harmful insects; and learn how
to attract beneficial insects to
their garden.
CENTRAL LIBRARY
Summer Gardening –
Caring for Indoor Plants
Thursday, June 19. 1:00 p.m.
Learn the basics of caring for
and growing indoor plants
with these suggestions about
plant knowledge, watering
techniques and preventing
pest problems. Offered by
Extension. Adults. Reservations
required for groups.
PERRY HOMES BRANCH
Container Gardening
for Kids
Wednesday, July 8. 10:30 a.m.
Grantley Ricketts from Fulton
County Cooperative Extension
returns with a fun session on
gardening in containers for
children. Ages 6–12. Space is
limited, registration required. EAST POINT BRANCH
Extension presents this fun
and informative program on
which insects are “good” and
which are “bad.” Ages 5-12.
Reservations required.
THOMASVILLE HEIGHTS
BRANCH
Good Bugs, Bad Bugs
Tuesday, July 15. 10:30 a.m. Grantley Ricketts of Fulton
will share his collection of
bugs to look out for this
summer, and the difference
between good bugs and bad
bugs. A fun activity will follow.
Space is limited, registration
required. Ages 6-12.
EAST POINT BRANCH
Indoor Plants
Tuesday, July 15. 6:00 p.m.
Grantly Ricketts from the
Cooperative Extension
Department will provide
information on indoor
plants. Adults.
FAIRBURN BRANCH
Container Gardening 101
Wednesday, July 23. 2:00 p.m.
Grantly Ricketts of Fulton
will explain and demonstrate
container gardening. Adults.
Registration required. Thursday, July 24. 1:00 p.m.
Growing plants in containers
provides an opportunity to
garden on patios, porches,
balconies and even windowsills.
Extension will provide an
overview anD examples of
this gardening technique.
for groups.
PERRY HOMES BRANCH
Prepare and Manage
Your Turf Workshop
Tuesday, August 26. 6:30 p.m.
Learn how to care for your
lawns with Fulton County
Cooperative Extension. DOGWOOD BRANCH
Summer Gardening –
Growing New Plants by
Propagation
Thursday, August 28. 1:00 p.m.
Learn what plant propagation
is – from seed and cuttings, to
dividing and grafting plants.
Extension office will provide
an overview and examples
of this gardening technique.
for groups.
PERRY HOMES BRANCH
BOWEN/BANKHEAD BRANCH
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The Sandy Springs Library celebrated Black History Month with an Out of the Box craft. (L to R) Jonah Stowers and his older brother Nehemiah Stowers show off
their fabulous art work.
Central Library
One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta 30303
404.730.1875
basic level ESL. New students will be given
an assessment test. Adults. Reservations
required.
Beyond the Dot 2014: SCAD-Atlanta Art
Exhibition
June 1–17. Library hours. An excellence in
foundation studies art exhibition presented
annually by the Savannah College of ArtAtlanta.
Dr. McPherson’s Jazz Band Celebrates the
Harlem Renaissance
Thursday, June 5. 12:00 p.m. In celebration of
Black Music Month, Dr. Gregory McPherson
and his jazz band will perform music from the
Harlem Renaissance.
Check Out Music Program
Monday–Tuesday, 10:00 a.m.; Wednesday–
Thursday, 12:00 p.m.; Friday–Sunday, 1:00 p.m.
Keyboard, bass and lead guitars available for
in-house self-instruction. Ages 13–18.
Learn How to Create Files and Folders
Thursday, June 5. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to
create, rename, delete and organize files and
folders on your computer. This class will also
include arranging icons and restoring files
from the recycle bin. Adults. Reservations
required.
Teen Center Gallery of the Arts
Teens can submit original visual and written
artwork for display in the Teen Center. Ages
13–18.
Teen Lounge
Television, stereo, newspapers and meeting
space available for teens and teen groups.
Ages 13–18.
Fizz, Boom, Read, Summer Reading Kickoff
Party!
Tuesday, June 3. 10:30 a.m. Children will enjoy
listening to fun stories and playing games.
Ages 4–12.
How to Really Google Using Google
Applications
Tuesday, June 3. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to use
Google applications such as Google Earth,
Google Toolbar and Google Docs. Explore
how information is gathered, Boolean logic
and the basics of searching. Must have
keyboard skills. Adults. Reservations required.
National Caribbean American Heritage
Month: A Meet-and-Greet Reception
Tuesday, June 3. 4:00 p.m. All are invited to
get information about the month’s festivities
at the Central Library. Learn about the
Caribbean Film Festival, Anancy Festival,
Caribbean Spelling Bee and book signings.
Meet representatives from various Caribbean
countries and organizations. Refreshments
will be served.
English as a Second Language
Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25; July 9, 16,
23, 30; August 6, 13, 20, 27. 12:00 p.m. Learn
the basics of speaking English and develop
Teen Artists Meetup (TE.A.M.)
Saturdays, June 7–August 30. 2:00 p.m. Bring
your sketchbooks, markers and pencils
and collaborate with other teen artists and
professional artists for tips on technique,
careers and more. Guest speakers to be
announced. Ages 12–18.
Magic World Theater at the Library
Saturdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28. 2:00 p.m. Children
will enjoy educational and entertaining movies.
Ages 7–12.
The Caribbean Film Festival 2014
Saturday, June 7. 1:00 p.m. In celebration
of National Caribbean American Heritage
Month, join us as we view the films Play,
Jankanu Play: The Garifuna Wanaragua Ritual in
Belize and The Boys of Summer from Curacao.
Dr. Oliver Greene filmmaker and professor will introduce and facilitate a discussion
about his film Play, Jankanu Play… and The
Boys of Summer documents the exciting
journey of the Curacao baseball team to the
Little League World Series in Williamsport,
Pennsylvania.
Sunday, June 8. 1:00 p.m. In celebration of
National Caribbean American Heritage
Month, join us as we view the films Sara
Gomez: Afro-Cuban Filmmaker; and Womanish
Ways, Freedom, Human Rights, and Democracy:
the Women’s Suffrage Movement in the
Bahamas 1948–1962.
Fizz, Boom, Read, Storytime
Tuesdays, June 10; July 1, 8, 15, 22. 10:30 a.m.
Participants will listen to fun, entertaining
stories and a fizzling science experiment!
Ages 4–6.
Stories, Stories, Stories! We Love
Summertime!
a morning of fun and stories!
Fizz Boom Read With Tutor.com
Tuesdays, June 10, 17, 24. 3:30 p.m. Participants
will strengthen school subjects with a live
tutor fromTutor.com. Ages 5–12.
Literary Elements: Author Talk and Book
Signing
Tuesday, June 10. 4:00 p.m. Nicki Salcedo
will present and discuss her first novel, All
Beautiful Things, a story based in Atlanta
which delves into the themes of love, race,
crime and the search for truth. Copies of the
book will be available for purchase, and the
author will sign books after the discussion.
Learn Basic Internet
Friday, June 13. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to
navigate the computer desktop and how to
perform various techniques using the mouse
and other keyboard techniques. Adults.
Reservation required.
Anancy Festival 2014
Month, listen to storytellers as they regale
the audience with funny and exciting tales
of the trickster Anancy. These tales migrated
from West Africa to the Caribbean and have
delighted children there for many years.
Caribbean Spelling Bee
Month, children and teens from grades 4–8
are eligible to participate in the first annual
spelling bee on Caribbean people, places and
culture. The spelling word list will be made
available upon registration. Prizes will be
awarded for first, second and third places.
Sunday, June 15. 1:00 p.m. In celebration
Month, join us as we view the films The
Merikins from Trinidad and Tobago and Rum
Shop and Chattel House from Barbados.
Future Forward Emerging Scholars
Daily, June 16–July 25. 12:00 p.m. Rising 9th
graders must prepare an application to
participate in this summer bridge program.
Ages 11–14.
Once Upon a Time Storytime
Tuesdays, June 17, 24; August 12, 19, 26. 10:30 a.m.
Children will enjoy listening to fun stories,
wacky songs and lots of creative theme
related activities. Ages 4–6.
African-American Genealogy Class
Wednesday, June 17. 2:00–3:00 p.m. This class
offers genealogy searching techniques for
finding African-American ancestors.
Learn Publisher
Tuesday, June 17. 2:00 p.m. Students will learn
how to use the many tools of Publisher 2010
to create flyers, brochures and calendars.
Adults. Reservations required.
Taking Control Now
Tuesday, June 24. 3:00–5:00 p.m. Financial
Solutions radio talk show host Rob Wilson will
discuss how to eliminate debt, build wealth
and secure your financial future. Adults.
Literary Elements: Author Talk and Book
Signing
Tuesday, June 17. 4:00 p.m. In celebration
Month, Dr. Noel Erskine, noted Caribbean
theologian and Emory University Professor,
will launch his new book, Plantation Church:
How African-American Religion Was Born in
Caribbean Slavery. Copies of the book will be
available for purchase, and Dr. Erskine will be
available to sign books after the discussion.
Good Bugs Bad Bugs
Wednesday, June 18. 2:00 p.m. Participants will
be able to identify insects that are helpful,
know what insects to use to suppress harmful
insects and learn how to attract beneficial
insects to their garden.
Fizz, Boom, Into Reading! Summertime
Drop In Craft
Thursday, June 19. 2:00 p.m. Children will
enjoy an afternoon filled with whimsical flair,
creating their very own art pieces. Ages 7–12.
Surfing the Web
Thursday, June 19. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to use
the Internet to find helpful websites about
health information, learn a foreign language,
how to do math online and other fun things.
Adults. Reservation required.
Fizz, Boom, Read With Lingual Kids at the
Library
a bilingual storytime and learn basic foreign
language. All ages.
Learn How to Use Microsoft Word 2010
Tuesday, June 24. 2:00 p.m. Learn basic word
processing skills including how to create a
document, cut and paste, open, save and
print a Word document. Adults. Reservation
required.
Kidney Smart
Wednesday, June 25. 2:00 p.m. The Kidney
Smart Program is intended to educate the
general public with specific emphasis on
those who have diabetes or have been
diagnosed with kidney disease.
Computer Lessons
Friday, June 27. 2:00 p.m. This class is for
beginners. Learn the basics of email,
Windows navigation and how to save files
and folders. Adults. Reservations required.
July Dawn Art Exhibition
June 29–August 1. Library hours. Opening
Reception. Thursday, July 10. 4:00 p.m. A
multimedia group art exhibition honoring
African-American Art and Artists.
Making Money Using the Internet
Tuesday, July 1. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to make
money from home and develop a business
using the library’s resources. This class will
cover reputable websites and databases to
start a business. Students will learn how to
set up a web address and register a domain
name. Adults. Reservation required.
Kids R Kids Storytime
Wednesdays, July 2; August 6. 12:30 p.m.
Children will enjoy listening to fun stories,
songs, finger plays and lots of creative themerelated activities. All ages.
One-on-One Computer/ Technology
Tuesday, July 8. 2:00 p.m. Sign up a for a
30-minute session to get help with computer
basics, Microsoft Office, internet, email and
other topics. Adults. Reservations required.
Fizz, Boom, Read! Make It and Take It Drop
in Craft
Thursdays, July 10. 2:00 p.m. Children will
enjoy an evening filled with, the excitement of
creating your very own art pieces. Ages 7–12.
program will address all of the elements that
are critical to having a successful reunion
from start to finish. Great tips on how to
get the word out, find a location, keep cost
low and create a committee that ensures a
successful event.
Fun With Computers
Tuesday, August 5. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to get
free music online, play video games and find
coupons to save money. More fun topics will
be discussed. Adults. Reservations required.
Saturdays, August, 9, 16, 23. 2:00 p.m. Families
and children will enjoy a fun and educational
movie. Ages 7–12.
PowerPoint 2010 Basics
Tuesday, August 12. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to
create a computer-based slide presentation.
African-American Genealogy Class
Wednesday, August 19. 2:00 p.m. This class
offers genealogy searching techniques for
finding African-American ancestors.
Standardized Test Prep With Learning
Express
Tuesday, August 19. 2:00 p.m. The Learning
Express Library Resource Database offers
study materials, practice tests, exercises,
skill-building courses and eBooks on test
preparation. Students will learn how to
find test preparation materials online and
career and employment resources. Adults.
Making Money Using the Internet
Thursday, August 21. 2:00 p.m. Learn how
to make money from home and develop
a business using the library’s resources.
The class will cover reputable websites and
databases to start a business. Students
will learn how to set up a web address and
register a domain name. Adults. Reservations
required.
Computer Basics
Friday, July 11. 2:00 p.m. Beginners will be introduced to computer basics: use the mouse,
learn how to save time using the computer
and learn the difference between hardware
and software. Adults. Reservations required.
Files and Folders
Friday, August 29. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to save
your documents and pictures, organize your
files into folders and find them when you
need them. Adults. Reservations required.
Saturdays, July, 12, 19, 26. 2:00 p.m. Families
and children will enjoy an educational and
entertaining movie. Ages 7–12.
Adams Park Branch
Fizz, Boom, Read With Tutor.com
Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26. 3:30 p.m. Participants
will strengthen school subjects with a live
tutor with Tutor.com. Ages 5–12.
Beginning Genealogy
Wednesday, July 16. 2:00 p.m. Class will teach
the basics of researching your family tree.
Learn How to Study for the GED
Tuesday, July 15. 2:00 p.m. This class is an
introduction to online GED resources and
using eCampus to successfully pass the GED
test. Adults. Reservation required.
Files and Folders
Thursday, July 17. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to save
your documents and pictures, organize your
files into folders and find them when you
need them. Adults. Reservations required.
Free Basic Computer Skill-Building Camp
Tuesday, July 22 and Thursday, July 24. 2:00 p.m.
Attendees learn the following during these
series of classes: Session 1: How to use the
keyboard and mouse? Session 2: What is
the internet? How do I use a search engine
and navigate the Internet? Session 3: How
do I setup an e-mail) account? Practice time
provided. Adults.
PowerPoint 2010 Basics
Friday, July 25. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to create
a computer-based slide presentation. Adults.
Word 2010 Basics
Tuesday, July 29. 2:00 p.m. Learn basic
word processing skills including creating a
document, cut and paste, open, save and
print a Word document. Must have keyboard
skills. Adults. Reservations required.
Book-a-Librarian for Your Personal Session
Thursday, July 31. 2:00 p.m. Want to know
how to fill out an online application, how
the online catalog works and how to use
databases to find magazines for free? Book
a 30-minute session with a librarian and get
answers to questions you can’t find.
Hurray! We’re 60!
August 2–29. Library hours. A multimedia
group art exhibition celebrating the 60th
anniversary of the Atlanta Artists Center. The
AAC is a non-profit organization founded in
1954 by a group of local artists and is one of
the largest member artists’ organizations in
Georgia. The mission is to support the growth
and education of emerging artists and to
bring art education into the community.
How to Plan a Class Reunion
Monday, August 4. 12:00 p.m. Planning a
reunion can be a very challenging task. This
2231 Campbellton Road, Atlanta 30311
404.752.8763
Summer Reading Kickoff
Tuesday, June 10. 10:00 a.m. Summer Reading
is back! Start your summer out right. Register
for summer reading, receive your Summer
Reading packet and check out your favorite
books. Remember there are rewards and
prizes while they last. So let the reading
begin! Infant-teens.
Minute to Win It!
Thursday, June 12. 4:00 p.m. You guess it.
Just like the game show. You will have a
minute to complete selected Obstacles. So
put your game face on for an evening of fun
and bragging rights. Teens. Limit first 50.
Registration required.
Teen Hip-Hop Dance Workshop 101
Monday, June 16. 2:00 p.m. Teens will
participate in an introductory-level hip-hop
dance class presented by Forefront Arts.
Dance is great exercise and also involves
science and math. Ages tweens and
teens. Limit first 50. Registration required.
Sponsored by the Library Foundation.
Good Bugs, Bad Bugs!
Tuesday, June 17. 10:00 a.m. There is more
to bugs than being creepy or being a pest.
Participants will learn the benefits of certain
bugs, how to identify insects that are helpful,
how to suppress harmful insects and learn
how to attract beneficial insects to their
garden. Age 5–12. Limit first 50. Registration
required.
Right Stuff Trivia
Monday, June 23. 4:00 p.m. The Right Stuff
Trivia Challenge: have you got the stuff
to make it through this challenge? Match
wits and smarts against others in various
categories! Age: tweens and teens.
Teen Improv 101
Thursday, June 26. 2:00 p.m. Develop public
speaking skills, acting skills, boost confidence
and learn to think on your feet while having
a ton of fun. Improvisation is a great tool to
encourage collaboration, communication
and creativity among teens. Learn different
improvisational techniques through theatre
games and improv exercises and learn about
how science and technology are utilized in
this art form. Age tweens and teens. Limit
first 50. Registration required. Sponsored by
the Library Foundation.
Filmmaking 101
Tuesday, June 30. 2:00 p.m. Calling all teens!
Ever wonder how your favorite movie was
created from start to finish? Filmmaking
101 teaches you how to write scripts, the
importance of preproduction planning, how
to shoot a film through post-production
and how engineering, math and technology
are utilized in the filmmaking process. Ages
tweens and teens. Limit first 50. Registration
required. Sponsored by the Library
Foundation.
Green Thumb: Growing Indoor Plants
Monday, July 14. 1:00 p.m. Participants will
learn the best plants to grow inside, water
requirement, soil, sunlight requirement, plant
disease and fertilizer requirement. Adults.
Disney Animation Trivia
Tuesday, July 15. 10:00 a.m. Whether you’ve
watched every Disney movie ever made or
hardly know any movies at all, you will have a
blast with Disney Animation Trivia. Ages 3–12.
Limit first 50. Registration required.
Teen Songwriting
Thursday, July 17. 2:00 p.m. Teens will participate in an introductory-level songwriting
workshop taught by songwriter/musician
Kurk Scobie. Utilize a variety of instruments
to create a song and learn how important
technology and math are in the songwriting process. Tweens and teens. Limit first
50. Registration required. Sponsored by the
Library Foundation.
Bubble Blast
Tuesday, July 22. 10:00 a.m. There is a science
to making the biggest bubbles ever! Our
special bubble solution mixed with weather,
science and fun equals the biggest bubbles
ever. Age 5–12. Limit first 50. Registration
required.
Art Workshop: Drawing 101 for Teens
Monday, July 28. 1:00 p.m. Teens participate in
an introductory-level art workshop focusing
on the basic principles and techniques of
drawing. Students will explore the use of line,
gesture, contour, shading and shadowing
while learning how art involves science,
math and technology. Sponsored by the
Library Foundation. Ages 12–18. Limit first 20.
Kaiser Permanente: What’s in That Lunch
Anyway!
Tuesday, July 29. 10:00 a.m. Children participate in an interactive game show activity to
learn about healthy eating and what foods
may taste good but are not good for you. Age
5–12. Limit first 50. Registration required.
Summer Reading Packets Due
Monday, August 4. 5:00 p.m. Last chance to turn
in your Summer Reading packets and receive
your prizes (while supplies last). All ages.
Adamsville-Collier Heights Branch
3424 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Atlanta 30331
404.699.4206
Spark a Reaction Teen Summer Reading
Kickoff
Monday, June 2. 2:00 p.m. Sign up for the Teen
Summer Reading Program.
Fizz, Boom Read Summer Kickoff
Tuesday, June 3. 11:00 a.m. Sign up for the
Summer Reading Program while conducting
Edible Science Experiments. Reservation
required for groups of 10 or more.
Fizz, Boom Read Simple Science Stories
Tuesdays, June 10; July 11,18, 22, 29. 11:00 a.m.
Interactive storytime focusing on sciencerelated books and a fun, science theme craft.
Reservation is required for groups of 10 or
more.
AARP Smart Driver Course
Saturday, July 12. 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. A
Defensive Driving Class sponsored by the
AARP. AARP workbook is not required but
is necessary for certificate (is $15 for AARP
members and $20 for non-members).
Members must bring their card to class.
Attendance for the entire time is required
for a certificate to be awarded. Please bring
your own brown bag lunch. Reservations
required, open class is open to drivers over
17. Participants may receive a discount on
their car insurance.
Spark a Reaction High Voltage
Tuesday, July 15. 1:30 p.m. From homemade
lightning to wire vaporizing power, experience the origins and potential of electricity in
a whole new way with STEM instructor and
aerospace engineer Kevin Howard. You will
get a first-hand look at the electron tossing
power of voltage, the withering heat of current, the essentials of electrical safety and
common techniques for generating electricity. Sponsored by the Library Foundation.
Open to rising middle school and high school
students.
Spark a Chemical Reaction. Got Slime?
Monday, July 21. 4:00 p.m. Teens will use
Kool-Aid to make slime in this simple science
experiment.
The Science Behind Gaming Systems
Wednesday, July 30; Tuesday, August 12. 5:30 p.m.
Why not enjoy challenging games as families
close out summer reading?
Alpharetta Branch
238 Canton Street, Alpharetta 30004
770.740.2425
Art Exhibit
Ongoing. Library hours. Artwork exhibited in
a variety of styles and mediums by members
of the new Alpha Arts Guild, an organization
for North Fulton based artists. Artist contact
information is made available for those
interested in purchasing any of the works
displayed.
Jammin’ With Ms. Jennifer
Monday, June 2. 10:30 a.m. (ages 0–2) and 11:15
a.m. (ages 3–5). Babies, toddlers and their
caregivers will enjoy music and movement
with Jennifer Fargar, an early childhood
music specialist. Ages 0–2. Space is limited,
registration recommended.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Conversation Class
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. 11:00 a.m.–1:00
p.m. Join Terry for lower intermediate level
ESL classes. No textbook or registration is
necessary. All are welcome.
Magic Science Circus
Wednesday, June 4. 1:30 p.m. Arthur Atsma,
hilarious and wonderful magician returns.
Ages 3–10.
Spark the Arts Craft for Teens
Wednesday, June 4. 3:00 p.m. Create an art
piece and learn about artists whose creativity
was inspired by their surroundings. Space is
limited, registration recommended. Teens.
Sahaja Yoga and Meditation
Thursdays, June 5–August 28. 6:00 p.m. Learn
and practice yoga and meditation for
relaxation. Adults.
BYOD – Bring Your Own Device
Wednesdays, June 11, 18. 12:00–6:00 p.m.
At your “finger tips” sessions, electronic
database librarian, Ms. Mack will answer
all digital questions regarding the Library
System’s downloadable eResources.
Georgia Peach Scrappers
2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, June 26;
July 10, 24; August 14, 28. 12:00 p.m. Scrapbook
lovers, join us! Learn ways to make your
scrapbooking better and bond with others
who share your enthusiasm. Adults.
Literary Elements – Families Reading Night
Wednesday, June 11. 6:15–7:00 p.m. Bring the
whole family and have a read in at the library.
Parents, grandparents, sisters and brothers
can enjoy each other in a read-aloud session
at the library. All ages.
Alpharetta Library Book Club
Tuesday, June 10. 5:00 p.m. The book
discussed will be The Uncommon Reader by
Alan Bennett. All welcome.
Bandana Batiking Teen Craft
Monday, June 16. 4:00 p.m. Teens will use
crayons, markers and a bandana as a canvas
to create colorful work of art.
Fizz, Boom, Read – Fun Science
Tuesday, June 17. 10:45 a.m. Young library
patrons transform in to fun scientists as they
interact with fun scientist Andrea Alexander.
Reservation is required.
How? Why? Stories of Scientific Inquiry
Wednesday, June 11. 1:30 p.m. Sherry Norfolk
tells beautifully crafted, highly interactive
international tales that address the two
most important questions posed by scientific
inquiry: how and why. In her uniquely
engaging style, she’ll explore how islands
were made, why opossums have naked tails,
how chipmunks got their stripes and more.
Ages 3–10.
Spark a Reading Reaction Teen Book Talk
Wednesday, June 18. 5:00 p.m. Teens are
invited to discuss the current book selection
and to organize a book club.
Pourqoui Stories of Scientific Inquiry
Thursday, June 12. 1:00 p.m. Sherry is an
award-winning storyteller, teaching artist
and author. She will use her unique skills to
tell engaging pour quoi stories for inquisitive
minds of all ages. Teens.
Bill Packard Weaves Science Into Magic
Monday, June 23. 11:00 a.m. Youngsters as
well as adults are dismayed as they witness
magical illusions. Reservation required for
groups of 10 or more.
The Sound of FIG Newton
Wednesday, June 18. 1:30 p.m. You will laugh,
you will cry, you will learn about science
through the wonder of juggling! Ron Anglin
will delight audiences of all ages. Ages 3–10.
Spark a “Food Science” Reaction
Monday, June 30. 4:00 p.m. Teens will make
an afternoon parfait snack, using force to
change liquids to solids. Reservation required
for groups of 10 or more.
Juggling Workshop
Wednesday, June 18. 3:00 p.m. See the juggling
show and then learn how to juggle! Ron
Anglin is an excellent teacher, and you’ll have
a great time and leave with new skills. Teens.
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Edible Science
Wednesday, June 25. 1:30 p.m. (ages 3–10) and
3:00 p.m. (teens). Don’t just play with your
food, learn from it! Join us as we learn the
science behind the food we eat. Ages 3–10.
Friends of the Alpharetta Library Book Sale
Saturday, July 5. 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Come
support the library and library programs by
shopping at the Friends’ Book Sale! All are
welcome.
Tuesday, July 8. 5:00 p.m. The book discussed
will be Booked to Die by John Dunning. All are
welcome.
Science: Magic in Your Own Backyard
Wednesday, July 9. 1:30 p.m. Through
puppetry, magic and storytelling the everpopular Tommy Johns and his furry and
feathered (puppet) friends will teach young
readers how to use the scientific process to
answer questions about the environment.
Ages 3–10.
TeenBoss Money Workshop
Wednesday, July 9. 3:00 p.m. This workshop will
teach the importance of saving and investing.
Teens will be encouraged to develop and
follow a budget which includes saving for
short-term purchases and for the future. Goal
setting, the amazing power of compounding
and the importance of starting early are all
important parts of this workshop. Ages 12–18.
Youth Bridge Club
Mondays and Tuesdays, July 14, 15; July 28,
29. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to play bridge and
meet other players in this three-week course.
Teens.
Who Put the Fizz in My Pop?
Wednesday, July 16. 1:30 p.m. Professional
storyteller Barry Stewart Mann performs a
collection of stories, poems and songs that
illustrate the exciting history of the people
and science behind some very familiar things
in our lives. Learn how soda came to be,
about “the boy who invented TV,” the Aztec
roots of popcorn and more. Ages 3–10.
Dinner at the Periodic Table
Wednesday, July 16. 3:00 p.m. Professional
storyteller Barry Stewart Mann will uses
improvisation and characterization to explore
the chemical elements of the periodic table in
a fun, creative and interactive way. Teens.
Summer Sing Along With Alina Celeste
Wednesday, July 23. 1:30 p.m. Alina Celeste,
a popular music teacher and performer
in Los Angeles, is bringing her fun and
eclectic mix of genres and styles on the road
emphasizing traditional songs with a modern
twist and original songs aimed at bringing
families together and providing joy and selfexpression to kids everywhere. Ages 3–10.
Friends of the Alpharetta Library Book Sale
Saturday, August 2. 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Come
support the library and library programs by
shopping at the Friends’ Book Sale! All are
welcome.
Tuesday, August 12. 5:00 p.m. The book
discussed will be White Doves at Morning by
James Lee Burke. All are welcome.
Auburn Avenue Research Library
101 Auburn Avenue, NE, Atlanta 30303
404.730.4001 ext. 100
Historical Photographic Exhibit, Collier
Heights: A Photographic Exhibit by Lydia A.
Harris
Sunday, June 1–Sunday, July 6. Library hours.
Artist’s Talk and Book Signing, Sunday, June
1 at 2:00 p.m. Auburn Avenue Research
Library, in collaboration with Hammonds
House Museum, will host this exhibit by
photographer Lydia A. Harris. This exhibit
and art book documents the Collier Heights
community, located northwest of Atlanta.
Exploring elaborate mid-century modern
architecture, the intimacy of the artists’
experience working in the neighborhood
unfolds, as intricate interiors are revealed.
Taken between 2010 and 2014, the
photographs pay tribute to a community that
was productive in the economy of Atlanta and
instrumental to the Civil Rights movement.
Location: AARL Satellite Gallery at Hammonds
House Museum, 503 Peeples St SW, Atlanta
30310.
Art Exhibition: The Lost Years of Messiah
Jones: Ages 13 to 33
Monday, June 2–Sunday, July 23. Library hours.
Artist’s Talk on Saturday, June 7. 5:00 p.m.
Exhibition by artist and Morehouse College
Art Instructor Michael Roman will explore
the life of title character Messiah Jones from
ages 13 to 33. Via the visual juxtaposition of
stylized contemporary black bodies in urban
settings with historical religious iconography,
this thought-provoking collection examines
pervasive present-day racial constructs and
complex ideologies on the divine nature of
humanity.
Art Exhibition: B-Boys, Beats and Business:
The Cultural Influences of Black Music
Monday, June 2–Sunday, July 23. Library hours.
In recognition of Black Music Month (June),
this exhibition, by multi-award winning youth
artist, Barry Duperon, will feature artwork
that that blends the complexities of the music
industry with Blues, Jazz, R&B and Hip-Hop
cultures.
Community Lecture: Masterpieces: The
Intersection of Visual Art and Postcolonial
Racial Supremacy
Saturday, July 12. 2:00 p.m. In collaboration
with the Smoke School of Art, a non-profit art
collective based in Atlanta, Auburn Avenue
Research Library hosts a lecture facilitated by
Atlanta Metropolitan State College Assistant
Professor of Art, Jason Sweet, and conceptual
artist and educator, Christopher Hutchinson,
examining the connection between the visual
arts and racial supremacy. Mr. Hutchinson
will explore the historical roots of this
relationship and the contemporary impact on
art produced by communities of color.
Bowen/Bankhead Branch
2685 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway
Atlanta 30318
404.792.2646
Computer Basics
Tuesdays, June 3; July 8; August 12. 10:00 a.m.
Participants will learn the different parts of
the computer, computer vocabulary, copy,
paste and uploading. Adults. Registration
required.
Fizz, Boom, Read! Summer Reading Kickoff
Wednesday, June 4. 11:00 a.m. Mama Koku
as Dr. Super Nova and the Solar system,
promoting early literacy. Ages 3–12.
Storytime
Wednesdays, June 5–August 27. 11:00 a.m.
Interactive Stories. Ages 3–5.
Proposal Writing Basics
Tuesday, June 10. 12:00 p.m. Learn the key
components of writing a proposal. Adults.
Mumferd’s Safety Tales
Wednesday, June 11.12:00 p.m. Live theatre
production with music presented by Kaiser
Permanente teaching children safety tips.
Ages 3–12. Reservations required.
Introduction to Internet
Tuesday, June 17, July 10, August 26. 10:00 a.m.
Identify basic terms associated with the
internet, locate and use a search engine. All
ages. Registration required.
Fire Prevention – Fire Trucks – Oh My!
Wednesday, June 18. 11:00 a.m. A fire safety
program and fire engine tour provided by
Atlanta Fire Rescue. Ages 3–5. Reservations
required.
Literary Elements – Adult Summer Reading
Book Club
Wednesdays, June 18; July 12; August 20. 12:00
p.m. Come join our growing group of diverse
readers to talk or just listen. Future selections
will be discussed at each meeting. Light
refreshments served. Adults.
Family Literacy for All Readers!
Monday, June 23. 5:15 p.m. Families that read
together learn and grow together. Interactive
books and games for families. All ages.
McGruff Visits the Library
Wednesday, June 25. 11:00 a.m. McGruff the
crime fighting dog will teach the lessons
of safety and street smarts. Ages 3–5.
Kuumba: Day of Creativity
Wednesday, July 9. 11:00 a.m. Featuring
characters vividly coming to life through
folklore, legends, wisdom and diversity with
storyteller Esther. Ages 3–12. Reservations
required.
Spark a Reaction: Teen Game Night
Monday, July 14. 5:15 p.m. Featuring fun and
interactive games that promote reading,
learning and more. Scrabble, anyone? Ages
13–18. Registration required.
Pum, Paf, a Leer!
Wednesday, July 16. 11:00 a.m. Lingual Kids
Spanish/English storytime. Ages 3–12.
Container Gardening 101
Wednesday, July 23. 2:00 p.m. Grantly Ricketts
of Fulton County Cooperative Extension
will explain and demonstrate container
gardening. Adults. Registration required.
Summer Reading Finale
Wednesday, July 30. 11:00 a.m. D’Avante Parks
uses magical illusions to teach basic reading
skills.
Interviewing Skills
Tuesday, August 18. 10:00 a.m. Interviewing for
a job. All ages. Registration required.
Buckhead Branch
269 Buckhead Avenue NE, Atlanta 30305
404.814.3500
Atlanta Art Center Exhibit
Friday, May 30–Thursday June 26. Reception
Saturday, June 7. 2:00–5:00 p.m. The Atlanta
Artist Center presents an exhibition of art.
Fizz, Boom, READ: Juggling, Magic and
More by Aaron
Thursday, June 5. 10:30 a.m. A fun, engaging,
interactive juggling and magic show by Aaron
Antonich. Ages 3–12. Groups of 5 or more
must register and must be accompanied by
caregiver.
Movie Time: Fizz, Boom, Take Off to Outer
Space!
Thursday, June 12. 10:30 a.m. Children can
learn about our solar system the fun way by
viewing two educational and interesting films.
Ages 5–12. Groups of 5 or more must register
and must be accompanied by caregiver.
Hip-Hop Dance Workshop 101 for Teens
Thursday, June 12. 1:00 p.m. Teens will
Dance is a great way of exercising and also
involves science and math. Sponsored by the
Library Foundation. Ages 12–18. Limit first
20. Registration required. Sponsored by the
Library Foundation.
Music Time With Ms. Jennifer
Thursday, June 19 and Monday, July 7. 10:15
a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 11:45 a.m. Join us
for a high-energy, interactive music and
movement program that will have you and
your baby, toddler or preschooler singing and
jamming along on an array of child-friendly
musical instruments led by Ms. Jennifer,
Buckhead’s acclaimed early childhood music
specialist. Each sessions for babies–age 5.
Art Workshop: Drawing 101 for Teens
Thursday, June 19. 1:30 p.m. Teens will
participate in an introductory-level art
workshop that focuses on the basic principles
and techniques of drawing. Students will
explore the use of line, gesture, contour,
shading and shadow while learning how
art involves science, math and technology.
Sponsored by the Library Foundation. Ages
12–18. Limit first 20, registration required.
Movie Time for Preschoolers
Monday, June 23. 10:30 a.m. Young children
can enjoy a series of short films with favorite
characters from children’s books. Ages 2–5.
Fizz, Boom, VOLCANO! A Science Craft
Thursday, June 26. 10:30 a.m. Children can
make a simple volcano that will definitely
fizz in this science craft activity. Short films
of erupting volcanoes will also be shown and
discussed. Ages 4–12. Registration required.
Friday, June 27–Thursday, July 31. Library hours.
Reception Saturday, July 12. 2:00–5:00 p.m. The
Atlanta Art Center presents an exhibition of art.
Thursday, July 3. 10:30 a.m. Young children
characters from children’s books. Ages 2–5.
Movie Time: Stormchasers and Rockfinders
Thursday, July 3. 11:30 a.m. Older children can
watch 2 cool science films about weather
and rocks. Ages 5–12. Groups of 5 or more
must register and must be accompanied by
caregiver.
Movie Time: Eyewitness Science Films
Thursday, July 10. 10:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Children can learn the fun way by watching
three educational and interesting films based
on the Eyewitness book series. Films are:
Human Machine, Butterfly & Moth, and Shark.
Ages 5–12. Groups of 5 or more must register
and be accompanied by caregiver.
Teen Improv 101
Thursday, July 10. 1:00 p.m. Teens will develop
public speaking skills, acting skills, boost
confidence and learn to think on their feet
while having a ton of fun. Learn different
Improvisational techniques through theatre
games and Improv exercises and learn about
how science and technology are utilized
in this art form. Sponsored by the Library
Foundation. Ages 12–18. Limit first 20.
experience the origins and potential of
electricity in a whole new way with STEM
Instructor and Aerospace Engineer, Kevin
Howard. You will get a first-hand look at
the electron tossing power of voltage, the
withering heat of current, the essentials of
electrical safety, and the most common
techniques for generating electricity. Open to
rising middle school and high school students.
12–18. Limit 25. Registration required.
Geology Fun: Rocks and Minerals of
Georgia
Thursday, July 24. 10:30 a.m. (ages 5–7); 11:45
a.m. (ages 8–12). Interesting and fun, children
can sign up for one of the sessions to learn
about rocks and minerals of Georgia from Bill
Waggener, president of the Georgia Mineral
Society. There will be hands-on examination
of rock specimens. Ages 5–12. Registration
required.
Filmmaking 101 for Teens
Thursday, July 24. 2:30 p.m. From writing a
script to the importance of preproduction
planning to actually shooting a film through
to postproduction (editing, effects, and
distribution), teens will learn about it all
as well as how engineering, math and
technology are utilized in the filmmaking
process. Sponsored by the Library
“Giving Back” With Ronald McDonald
Thursday, July 31. 10:30 a.m. A great way to
wrap up the Summer Reading Program!
In this multimedia musical performance,
Ronald McDonald shows that anyone, no
matter their age, can help others and their
community by utilizing their time, talents and
natural gifts. There will be cookies donated by
the McDonald’s Restaurant of Buckhead. Ages
3–12. Groups of 5 or more must register and
be accompanied by caregiver.
Songwriting 101 for Teens
Thursday, July 31. 1:30 p.m. Introductorylevel songwriting workshop taught by Kurk
Scobie utilizing a variety of instruments
(guitars, keyboard, amp and mics) to create
a song during the workshop. Learn how
important technology and math are in the
songwriting process. Sponsored by the
Friday, August 1–Thursday, August 28. Library
hours. Reception Saturday, August 2. 2:00–5:00
p.m. The Atlanta Art Center presents an
exhibition of photographs by Nafisa Valita
Sheriff.
Movie Time: Science Films
Monday, August 4. 10:30 a.m. Children can
learn the fun way by viewing two educational
and interesting films from the Tell Me Why
film series. One is about flight and the second
is about space/earth/atmosphere. Ages 5–12.
Groups of 5 or more must register and be
accompanied by caregiver.
A Taste of Ghana
Thursday, August 7. 10:30 a.m. Join a family
from Ghana, Africa (father, Kwasi and
daughter, Nana Adwoa) who will share Anansi
stories, dance, songs and costumes from
their homeland. Ages 2–6.
Monday, August 11. 10:30 a.m. Young children
characters from children’s books. Film
program is approximately 30 minutes in
length. Ages 2–5.
Fizz, Boom, STORIES!
Thursday, August 14. 10:15 a.m., 11:00
a.m., 11:45 a.m. Children can come to a
fun, summer storytime of stories, songs,
fingerplays, and puppets. There will be 3
sessions: Babies age 3–11 months at 10:15
a.m., toddler 1 year olds at 11:00 a.m., and
preschoolers ages 2–5 at 11:45 a.m.
Carver Homes Branch
215 Lakewood Way, Suite 104, Atlanta 30315
404.635.4012
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays June 12–August 7. 10:30 a.m.
Children will enjoy stories, songs and magic.
Monday, July 14. 10:30 a.m. Young children
characters from children’s books. Film program
is approximately 30 minutes in length. Ages 2–5.
Mornings for Seniors
Third Tuesday in June, July and August. 10:30
a.m. Senior citizens visit library to check
out material and get library cards. Adults.
Dogs, Man’s Best Friends: How They Help
People
Thursday, July 17. 10:30 a.m. Dogs do so much
more than dig for bones! CAREing Paws will
bring live dogs to discuss all the different
kinds of jobs dogs can have and how they
help people. There will be time to pet the
dogs! Ages 5–12. Registration required.
Bringing the Library to Camp
Tuesdays, June 10–July 22. 10:30 a.m. Library
books will be taken to area summer camps
weekly for book talks and checkout.
High Voltage
Thursday, July 17. 2:00 p.m. From homemade
lightning to wire vaporizing power,
Crafts That Fizz
Wednesdays, June 11–July 23. 11:00 a.m. Arthur
Langford Recreation Center Summer Camp.
Crafts That Fizz
Wednesdays, June 25–July 16. 1:00 p.m. Bowen
United Methodist Church Summer Camp.
Mini Science Fair at Summer Camp
Thursday, June 12. 10:30 a.m. Slater Summer
Camp. Ages 6–13. Reservations required.
Book Talks at the Y
Wednesdays, June 18, 25. 1:00 p.m. Book
discussions with 5th graders at the Carver
Family YMCA. Reservations required.
Special Storytime for Preschoolers
Tuesday, July 15. 2:00 p.m. Featuring Miss
Melva. Ages 3–5. Reservations required.
Cleveland Avenue Branch
47 Cleveland Avenue, Atlanta 30315
404.762.4116
Kickoff Celebration: Solar System With
Supra Nova and Mama Koku
Tuesdays, June 4. 11:00 a.m. Storytelling,
literacy activities and summer safety
information sharing. All ages.
Miss Frizzle’s Storytime Science Adventures
Tuesdays, June 10–July 29. 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, June 4–July 30. 10:00 a.m.
Science, art, film, and stories. Ages 3–8.
Stitchers of Soul Quilting Class
Second and Fourth Saturdays, June14–July 26.
10:00 a.m. Basic and intermediate techniques
of quilting, Adults.
Basic Computer Class
Saturday, June 14. 10:30 a.m. Introduction to
computers and hardware. Adults.
Kids Sew Wonderful: Stitchers of Soul
Instructors
Wednesday, July 9. 12:00 p.m. Make a fun take
home project with basic sewing instructions.
Ages 7–12.
Book Discussions
Wednesday, July 17. 2:00 p.m. Group discussion
of E.J. Altbacker’s Shark Wars. Ages 9–12.
College Park Branch
3647 Main Street, College Park 30337
404.762.4060
Atlanta Community Food Bank
Tuesdays, June 3, July 1, August 5. 1:00 p.m.
Atlanta Community Food Bank is a Benefits
Outreach Program. Come and get screened
for free to find out if you qualify for public
benefits such as food stamps, Medicaid, TANF
and Subsidized Child Care Assistance.
Summer Reading Kickoff “Fizz, Boom, Read”
Thursday, June 5. 11:00 a.m. Join us for our
annual kickoff with the College Park Fire
Department, Colgate Bright Smiles and the
MARTA K-9 Police Dog. Families and day care
groups are invited to attend. Fun and prizes
for everyone.
Book Sale
Mondays, June 9–August 11. 10:30 p.m. Books
and DVDs, all at a reasonable price.
Toastmasters International
Saturdays, June 7, 28; July 12, 26; August 2,
30. 1:30 p.m. Become a better speaker and
presenter. Learn to communicate with
confidence and to develop leadership and
listening skills.
process of buying a home and to discuss the
options available for financing a home.
Promote and Grow For Writers
Saturday, June 21. 2:00 p.m. This workshop will
provide information on various ways for selfpublished/indie writers to promote and grow.
How to Home School Workshop
Tuesday, June 24. 6:00 p.m. Join us and learn
how to home school your child.
Create Your Own Fashion Accessories Class
Saturday, July 19. 1:30 p.m. Learn to create
your own jewelry using recycled beads.
Participants will need to purchase basic
jewelry-making supplies (round nose pliers,
flat nose pliers, wire cutter pliers, jewelry
wire-size 14 to 24 gauge, old bracelets and/or
necklaces). All items may be purchased at
Walmart or your local craft store.
Grant Writing Basics Workshop
Saturday, July 26, 3:00 p.m. Join LaQuita Heard,
MSA, and learn how to write it yourself.
Kiss Your Sugar Cravings Goodbye
Tuesday, August 6. 6:00 p.m. Learn how
lifestyle affects cravings, two main causes of
sugar cravings, how much sugar you really
eat, how sugar affects health and happiness
and four steps to kiss cravings goodbye (this
may surprise you).
Wedding Cost Saving Strategies Workshop
Saturday, August 9. 2:00 p.m. How to plan
a dream wedding at a reasonable price by
using a little creativity and research. Come
learn the simple cost saving strategies that
are often overlooked. Have twice the wedding
for half the price. Reservation requested.
Dogwood Branch
Atlanta 30318
404.792.4961
Thursday, June 5. 10:00 a.m. The Summer
Reading Program will kick off with funfair and
music with Rapper Tariq.
Kaiser Permanente Visit the Dogwood
Library
Thursday, June 12. 10:00 a.m. Kaiser
Permanente will feature stories on dental
hygiene filled with music and puppet show.
Homeownership Workshop
Tuesday, June 17. 6:30 p.m. Home ownership
is on the rise again, take advantage of
this program on how to be a homeowner.
Made possible by the support of Habitat for
Humanity.
Kenny and Friend, Pe-Tay, the Penguin at
the Library
Thursday, June 19. 10:00 a.m. Children will
learn about Kenny and Friend, Pe-Tay, the
Penguin.
Summer is Here!
Thursday, June 26. 10:00 a.m. Summer has
finally arrived and holiday campers are ready
to have fun.
McGruff Visits the Dogwood Library
Thursday, July 3. 10:00 a.m. Crime Buster
McGruff visits to talk about safety during the
summer.
Kuumba Stories With Ms. Esther
Thursday, July 10. 10:00 a.m. Popular children’s
storyteller will captivate young audience with
stories.
East Atlanta Librarian Oscar Gittemeier goes out into the community to conduct a storytime at the East Atlanta Farmers Market.
The Science of Cooking With Mrs. Perez
Wednesday, June 18. 1:00 p.m. Basic cooking
terms and demonstrations with simple
healthy recipes. Ages 9–18.
Book Discussions
Wednesday, June 19. 2:00 p.m. Group
discussion of Daisy Meadows’ Fairy Weather
Series. A meteorologist visits too. Ages 5–8.
Bill Packard as the Glad Scientist: Magic or
Science?
Tuesday, July 8. 10:00 a.m. Multimedia
interactive magic show and edutainment.
Ages 3–adult.
Book Signing – The Unwritten Love Letter
Tuesday, June 10. 1:00 p.m. The book is about
a young man who has difficulty determining
the difference between true love and
infatuation.
Promote and Grow For Writers
Saturday, August 23. 2:00 p.m. This workshop
will provide information on various ways for
self-published/indie writers to promote and
grow.
Fire Truck at the Library
Thursday, July 17. 10:00 a.m. The Fulton
County Fire Department will visit for a
performance.
I Want to Be a Vegetarian!
Tuesday, June 10. 6:00 p.m. If you’ve ever thought
about becoming a vegetarian or simply adding
more plant based meals to you your diet you’ll
want to attend this health talk. Come and
receive a free vegetarian starter kit eBook.
Evette Everett – Glass and Ceramic Jewelry
Art Workshop
Tuesday, August 26. 6:00 p.m. Join us and learn
how to make glass and ceramic jewelry. Some
of Everett’s jewelry will be on display.
Young and Upcoming Storyteller Breyanne
Thursday, July 24. 10:00 a.m. Little Breyanne
steps out of the shadows of her grandmother
to wow children with scintillating stories. A
must-see performance for all children by a
child.
First Time Home Buyer Workshop
Tuesdays, June 17; July 15. 12:30 p.m. Learn the
Summer Reading Grand Finale
Thursday, July 31. 10:00 a.m. The Summer
Reading Program comes to end with funfair
and magic with Magic Man D’Vante Parks.
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Prepare and Manage Your Turf Workshop
Tuesday, August 26. 6:30 p.m. Learn how
to care for your lawns with Fulton County
Cooperative Extension.
dance class presented by Forefront Arts. A
great way to stay fit and learn various dance
movements in a fun-filled environment.
East Atlanta Branch
Playz by Kidz!
Wednesdays, June 11–July 9. 11:00 a.m. Do you
have something to say? Join our group and
write a play. See your characters walking,
talking, and being who you created them to
be. Ages 8–18. Reservations required.
400 Flat Shoals Avenue, Atlanta 30316
404.730.5438
Summer Reading Kickoff Party
Saturday, June 7. 12:00 p.m. Join us for fun,
food, games and stories at our Summer
Reading kickoff party. We’ll have a bounce
house, snow cone machine and snacks on
the grill. All ages. Reservations required for
groups of 10 or more.
Bookflix Storytime
Saturday, June 7. 1:00 p.m. Join us for a special
Bookflix storytime with animated storybooks.
Ages 12 and under. Reservations required.
Troubleshooting Spiteful PCs
Saturdays, June 7, July 26. 3:00 p.m. Have you
given up on an older PC because it won’t
turn on or it’s acting crazy? Bring it in! We
will show you simple ways to troubleshoot
common culprits and explain simple hardware
maintenance tips to keep your PC working.
Sponsored by Liberated Tech. Ages 13 and
up. Reservations required.
Friends of the East Atlanta Library Board
Meeting
Mondays, June 9, August 25. 6:30 p.m. Join the
Friends of the East Atlanta Library Board as
they plan upcoming projects. All ages.
The Ashley Bryan Traveling Exhibit of
Illustrated Africana Children’s Literature
Featuring the Artwork of Shadra
Strickland and Michele Wood
Monday, June 9–Monday, August 11. Library
hours. Virtual Meet and Greet With Illustrator
Shadra Strickland, Saturday, June 14. 1:00 p.m.
This extraordinary exhibit features artwork
that strives to continue the legacy of renowned
children’s book author and artist, Ashley Bryan,
by creating authentic images of the Africana
experience in children’s literature for the next
generation of emerging readers. All ages.
Fizz, Boom, Read! Magic Show
Tuesday, June 10. 1:00 p.m. Join us for a
participatory magic show and ventriloquism
act with Keith Karnok. Ages 13 and under.
Wednesday, June 11. 1:00 p.m. Teens will
E-Waste Recycling With Liberated Tech
Saturdays, June 14, July 12, August 9. 1:00–5:00
p.m. If you have old computer equipment that
you’d like to get rid of, donate it to Liberated
Tech. Your old equipment will be refurbished
and distributed back to the community. Any
equipment that cannot be refurbished will be
recycled safely and responsibly. All Ages.
Let’s Get Growing
Monday, June 16. 11:00 a.m. Join Robby from
Concrete Jungle as we learn how to install
edible plants outside the library. As they grow
feel free to help yourself to the fruits of your
labor. All ages. Reservations required.
Fizz! Boom! Read! Storytime
Tuesdays, June 17; July 1, 22. 10:30 a.m. Stories,
songs, and crafts all about science. Ages 5
and under. Reservations required.
Kidney Smart Class
Wednesdays, June 18, July 16, August 20. 3:00
p.m. Come learn how kidneys function,
causes of kidney disease, how education and
diet keep you healthy and available treatment
options. Sponsored by Kidney Smart.
Lunch and Learn With Illustrator R.
Gregory Christie
Saturday, June 21. 1:00 p.m. The East Atlanta
Library, in collaboration with the Auburn
Avenue Research Library and The Friends
of East Atlanta Library, will host this event
featuring a visual presentation by R. Gregory
Christie, which highlights his extraordinary
contribution to the world of black art, as well
as his impact on Africana children’s literature.
Attendees are encouraged to bring in a sack
lunch. Light refreshments and desserts will
be provided by the Friends of East Atlanta
Library. Ages 13 and up. Reservations
required.
Game On at the Library: Wii Competition
Monday, June 23. 4:00 p.m. Come get your
game on as we compete against the Kirkwood
Branch in NBA 2K12, Just Dance 3, Mario Cart
and Michael Jackson the Experience. All-ages
program, so bring the whole family. Program
made possible by the generous support of
the Library Foundation. All ages. Reservations
required.
Wednesday, June 25. 1:00 p.m. From writing
a script to the importance of preproduction
planning to actually shooting a film through to
postproduction (editing, effects, distribution),
teens will learn about it all as well as how
engineering, math and technology are utilized
in the filmmaking process. Sponsored by the
Book Sale
Saturday, June 28. 12:00–4:00 p.m. Come check
out all the great books for sale and support
the Friends of the East Atlanta Library. All ages.
Teen Improv 101
Tuesday, July 8. 2:00 p.m. Teens will develop
while having a ton of fun. Improvisation is
a great tool to encourage collaboration,
communication and creativity among teens.
Learn different improvisational techniques
through theatre games and exercises and
learn about how science and technology
are utilized. Sponsored by the Library
Tuesday, July 15. 2:00 p.m. Teens will participate
in an introductory-level songwriting workshop
taught by Kurk Scobie. Utilize a variety of instruments (guitars, keyboard, amp and mics)
to create a song during the workshop and will
learn how important technology and math
are in the songwriting process. Sponsored by
the Library Foundation. Ages 12–18. Limit first
20. Registration required.
B*ATL Storytelling Festival, From Civil War
to Civil Rights
Saturday, July 19. 10:00 a.m. Join us for a day
of storytelling by Akbar, Mama Koku, Natalie
Jones, “Abraham Lincoln” and others as they
share stories to commemorate the 150th
Anniversary of the Battle of Atlanta that
happened all around the branch. All ages.
Grant Proposal Writing Basics
Monday, July 21. 6:00 p.m. Learn the key
steps in writing a grant proposal to fund
your nonprofit programs. This workshop
is sponsored by The Foundation Center.
Read to Rover at Your Library
Wednesday, July 23. 11:00 a.m. Read stories
to a dog that loves to listen. Kids that may
be hesitant to read aloud are usually less
stressed when reading to a dog. Sponsored
by Therapy Dogs International. Ages 4–12.
Flash, Beam, Read! Shadow Puppetry
Saturday, July 26. 1:00 p.m. Explore shadow
puppetry, the art of light and shadow, in
Indonesia and China. Watch a fairytale come
to life on the shadow screen! Create your own
shadow puppet. Ages 4–14.
High Voltage
Tuesday, July 29. 12:00 p.m. From homemade
lightning to wire vaporizing power, experience
the origins and potential of electricity in a
whole new way with STEM Instructor and
Aerospace Engineer, Kevin Howard. Get a
first-hand look at the electron tossing power
of voltage, the withering heat of current, the
essentials of electrical safety and the most
common techniques for generating electricity. Sponsored by the Library Foundation.
Open to rising middle school and high school
students.
East Point Branch
2757 Main Street, East Point 30344
404.762.4842
Fizz Boom Read Summer Reading Kickoff
With Kaiser Permanente
Tuesday, June 3. 10:00 a.m. Join us as we kick
off our Summer Reading Program with a fun
food presentation by Kaiser Permanente
called “What’s in that Lunch Anyway?” Ages
3–12. Space is limited. Registration is required.
A Morning With B Michelle
Wednesday, June 4. 10:30 a.m. Local author
Brenda Michelle Tillman discusses her new
book Happy, Happy, Happy! Children will have
interactive fun as they learn how they too,
can become authors! Ages 7–10. Space is
limited. Registration is required.
Spark a Reaction: Read
Wednesday, June 4. 3:30 p.m. Come out a join
us as we kick off Teen Summer Reading.
Teens will learn how to use Novelist to
enhance their reading experience for the
summer. Ages 13 and up. Registration required.
Reading With BookFlix
Tuesday, June 10. 10:30 a.m. Have fun doing
some of your Summer Reading online with
our Scholastic program, Book Flix. Children
can choose fiction and nonfiction titles to
read and be read to by famous people online.
The highlighting feature also highlights the
The library loves its volunteers! Junior League volunteers (L to R) Jessica Saunders and Ashley Bentley conduct a Journey to Literacy program at the Kirkwood
Library. Also shown at right is patron Deborah Phillips.
words being read. Ages 4–8. Space is limited,
registration required.
Kids and the Science of Money: How to
Make It, and How to Keep It
Wednesday, June 11. 2:00 p.m. Stacy Pittman
gives a fun workshop for children on getting
and handling money. Ages 6–12. Space is
limited, registration required.
Preschool Puppetry Playshop
Tuesday, June 17. 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (two
sessions). Come experience fun with puppets!
The Center for Puppetry Arts provides an
interactive arts experience featuring reading
activities, songs, fingerplays and puppetmaking by bringing to life one of three terrific
books for early readers. Ages 2-4. Must be
accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Space
limited to the first 25. Reservations required.
The Science of Water
Wednesdays, June 18, 25. 2:00 p.m. Gwen
Brinkley of the Fulton County Water Department
will teach a wonderful lesson on water and
have a fun water craft for children to enjoy.
Space is limited. Registration is required. Ages
8–10.
Spark a Reaction: Gross Me Out – Edible
Body Parts
Wednesday, June 18. 3:30 p.m. Teens will learn
how to make edible body parts and gross
out their friends and parents. Registration
required. Ages 13 and up.
Spark a Reaction: Celebrate July 4th
Wednesday, July 2. 3:30 p.m. Join us for this
exciting workshop as we celebrate July 4, by
working on a craft that will spark the fun for
all. Teens will learn important information
about Independence Day. Ages 13 and up.
Container Gardening for Kids
Tuesday, July 8. 10:30 a.m. Grantley Ricketts
from Fulton County Cooperative Extension
returns with a fun session on gardening in
containers for children. Ages 6–12. Space is
Grant-Seeking Basics
Monday, July 14. 2:00 p.m. Learn how to
become a better grant seeker! In this class
we will cover what you need to have in
place before you seek a grant; the world of
grant makers; the grant seeking process;
and available tools and resources. Adults.
Good Bugs, Bad Bugs
Tuesday, July 15. 10:30 a.m. Grantley Ricketts
of Fulton County Cooperative Extension will
share his collection of bugs to look out for
this summer, and the difference between
good bugs and bad bugs. A fun activity will
follow. Space is limited, registration required.
Ages 6–12.
Fizz Boom Read Science Fun and Crafts
Tuesdays, July 22, 29. 2:00 p.m. Learn about
science and make things too! Space is limited,
registration required. Ages 6–12.
Fizz Boom Tell
Wednesday, July 23. 2:00 p.m. Add to your
summer reading list 10 terrific tales told by
volunteer tellers. Join us as we add tales to
the list of books read by summer readers. We
welcome summer camp groups, walk ups and
groups. Ages 6–12.
Spark a Reaction: Lava Lamp
Wednesday, July 30. 3:30 p.m. Teens will set the
mood by creating lava lamps. Teens will learn
about chemical and scientific reactions as
they design their lava lamps. Space is limited,
registration required. Ages 13 and up.
Fizz Boom Read Storytime
Tuesday, August 5. 10:30 a.m. Storytime fun for
preschoolers. Ages 3–6. Registration required.
Fairburn Branch
60 Valley View Drive, Fairburn 30213
770.306.3138
Tai Chi
Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22,
29; August 5, 12, 19, 26. 4:00 p.m. Instructor
and longtime practitioner Hugh Thompson
will provide instruction in basic exercise for
fitness and self-awareness utilizing the Tai Chi
principles. All ages.
Book Talk Tuesday
Discuss your favorite book that you’ve read
or what you think is the best book made into
a movie or the most influential book to your
life. Be prepared to discuss, answer questions
and share opinions. Adults.
Fizz, Boom, Read Storytime
Wednesday, June 4. 11:00 a.m. Summer
Reading will kick off with a Boom with stories
and fun with bubblegum. Ages 3–8.
Spark a Reaction Read – Teen Ladies
Empowerment Workshop
Monday, June 9. 4:30 p.m. This program is
presented by Kaiser Permanente for the
young ladies to gain and keep a healthy
lifestyle. Ages 13–18. Reservations required.
Financial Literacy With Wells Fargo
Information on how to best manage your
financial resources. The discussion will include
starting a business, investing, budgeting,
credit, insurance and many other aspects of
your financial life. Adults.
Kaiser Permanente Presents Mumferd
Water Safety Program
Wednesday, June 11. 11:00 a.m. Come and hear
from Mumferd all of the ways that children
can stay safe around water this summer and
all year. Ages 3–7. Reservations required if
necessary.
Spark a Reaction, Read – 529 Savings Plan
Workshop
Monday, June 16. 4:30 p.m. Find out all about
savings for higher education for your scholars
that want a college education. Ages 13 and up.
Fizz, Boom, Read – Water Resources
Workshop
Wednesday, June 18. 11:00 a.m. Summertime
water educational craft for summer fun. Ages
6–8. Reservations required.
Spark a Reaction – Teen Males
Empowerment Workshop
Monday, June 23. 4:30 p.m. This program is
presented by Kaiser Permanente for the
young men to gain and keep a healthy
lifestyle. Ages 13–18. Reservations required.
Proposal Writing Basics
Tuesday, June 24. 6:00 p.m. Learn the key
components of writing a proposal to a
foundation. Adults.
Fizz, Boom, Read – Weather Report Program
Wednesday, June 25. 11:00 a.m. Come and hear
stories about the weather and learn some
interesting facts about tornadoes. Ages 3–8.
Fizz, Boom, Read – Dr. Magical Balloons at
the Fairburn Library
Wednesday, July 2. 11:00 a.m. Come and see
the magical balloon creations that are part of
a fun storytime. Each child get to take home a
part of the storytime. All ages.
Spark a Reaction – The Heart and Your
Health
Wednesday, July 2. 11:00 a.m. The Georgia
State Bio Bus presents the basic anatomy,
function and the circulatory system of
the mammalian heart. The high point of
the lesson is the opportunity to handle
a preserved cow heart. Ages 11–14.
Spark a Reaction – eCampus College
Preparation Workshops
Mondays, July 7, 14. 4:30 p.m. Discover all of
the ways that you can get practice with the
SAT and ACT or PSAT with the library for free.
Tips will also be given for testing and for GA
College 411. Ages 13–18.
Fizz, Boom, Read – Craft Time With Ms. Gwyn
Wednesday, July 9. 11:00 a.m. Come and enjoy
an extra special summer craft event with Ms.
Gwyn. Ages 5–8. Reservations required.
Indoor Plants
Tuesday, July 15. 6:00 p.m. Grantly Ricketts
from the Cooperative Extension will provide
information on indoor plants. Adults.
Fizz, Boom, Read Storytime
Wednesdays, July 16, 23, 30. 11:00 a.m. These
storytimes will consist of science, noise and
the fun of reading and discovery. Together
we will have a fun summer of Fizz, Boom and
Reading. All ages.
Spark a Reaction – Word and Water Warfare
Monday, July 28. 4:30 p.m. This will be a
battle of the minds as teams try to guess
the meaning of idioms or phrases that may
be familiar and some that are from a time
long past. Teams will build water balloon
ammunition used for a colossal battle outside.
Wear clothing that can get wet. Ages 13–18.
Georgia Hill Branch
250 Georgia Avenue, Atlanta 30312
404.730.5427
Fizz, Boom Read Summer Reading
Registration Day
Wednesday, June 4. 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Come
in register for Summer Reading and receive
your packets. All ages.
Kenny and Friends
Tuesday, June 10. 11:00 a.m. Come and join
Mr. Kenny and friends for stories and lots of
fun. Ages 2–12
Good Bugs, Bad Bugs
Wednesday, June 11. 10:30 a.m. Program is
presented by Fulton County Cooperative
Soulful Experience With Quy-yuim Baba Bey
Tuesdays, June 17, July 15. 11:00 a.m. Yoga and
meditation program for kids. Ages 3 and up.
Family Storytime With La Doris Bias-Davis
Wednesdays, June 18, July 16. 5:00 p.m.
Ms. Davis will arrive on the storytime express
with exciting stories and songs. Ages 2–adult.
Safe Kids
Tuesday, June 24. 11:00 a.m. Learn how to play
it safe at home and outdoors. Ages 4 and up.
Sound of Music Storytime
Tuesday, July 1. 11:00 a.m. Ages 2 and up.
Crafting: “It Came From the Library”
Tuesdays, July 15. 11:00 a.m. Come and spend
the morning at the library where crafts are
king. Ages 3–12.
RU Curious
Tuesday, July 22 and 29. 11:00 a.m. Come
and join us for some fun and fact finding
storytime along with a craft. Ages 3 and up.
Plenty of Pockets
Tuesdays, August 19, 26. 11:00 a.m. Children
will listen to stories along with songs and
crafts. Ages 2–6.
Hapeville Branch
525 King Arnold Street, Hapeville 30354
404.762.4065
Fizz, Boom, Read! Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, June 3–August 26. 10:30 a.m.
Children will enjoy stories and crafts. Ages
Hapeville Senior Book Club
Wednesdays, June 4, July 9, August 6. 12:30 p.m.
Select a book of your choice and come to
share your selections with others. Held at the
Hapeville Senior Center behind the library.
Adults.
Storytime With “Bowtie Brownlee”
the story of Bowtie Brownlee, by local author
Juli-ette Robin Goldston, as he goes to school
and learns that being different is okay. Make
your own bowtie to take home! Ages 3–7.
Fizz, Boom, Read! Summer Reading Kickoff
With D’Avante Parks
Thursday, June 5. 2:00 p.m. Children of all ages
will enjoy magic tricks and jokes with this
high-energy performance by D’Avante Parks.
Welcome to Summer Reading with Fizz, Bang
Read! Reservations required.
What’s in That Lunch, Anyway?
Tuesday, June 10. 2:30 p.m. Fun for all ages,
this game-show inspired program brought
to you by Kaiser Permanente Educational
Theatre will help you get the recipe for a
healthier you! How much sugar is really in
that granola bar? Just because a drink is
orange, does that mean its juice? Is it fruit or
false? Get these answers and many more!
Movie Day! Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Wednesday, June 12. 2:00 p.m. Relax and
enjoy the movie Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
Light refreshments will be served. All ages
welcome, however this film is rated PG due to
some rude humor. Reservations required.
Fizz, Boom, Read With Gwen Brinkley
Thursday, June 19 (ages 3–6) and June 26 (ages
7–12). 2:00 p.m. Children will enjoy an activity
or craft with Gwen Brinkley from the Fulton
County Department of Water Services. Learn
about the importance of water conservation
in a fun way! Ages 3–6. Reservations required.
Lingual Kids Bilingual Storytime
Thursday July 10. 2:00 p.m. Join us for this
interactive and bilingual program with
storytellers from Lingual Kids! Children will
enjoy an English/Spanish story and activity.
Recommended for ages 12 and under.
Fizz, Boom, Read! Gaming Day for Teens
Thursday, July 17. 2:00 p.m. It’s Wii at the
library! Teens can enjoy a variety of Wii
games, brought to you by the Library
Foundation. Reservations required.
Storytime With “Feathers for Lunch”
Tuesday, July 22. 10:30 a.m. Join Sandy
Marrongelli, local author of Joey is Thankful,
for a fun session on nature science and birds!
Children will enjoy the story Feathers for
Lunch, by Lois Ehlert and will get to complete
a take-home craft. Ages 3–7. Reservations
required.
Lingual Kids Bilingual Storytime
Wednesday, July 24. 2:00 p.m. Join us for a
second bilingual session with storytellers
from Lingual Kids! Children will enjoy an
English/Spanish story and activity. Ages 12
and under. Reservations required.
Fizz, Boom, Read! Summer Reading Finale
Thursday, July 31. 2:00 p.m. Surf a beam of
light with Albert Einstein, watch Sir Isaac
Newton experiment with prisms, light up
bioluminescent fireflies and other creatures
that create their own light! Explore Shadow
Puppetry, the art of light and shadow, with
Damon Young, Lead Teaching Artist at the
Center for Puppetry Arts. Say goodbye
to summer with our final program of the
season! Reservations required.
Happy Birthday World Wide Web!
August 1–31. Library hours. On August 1, 1990,
the creation of what would become the WWW
was suggested by physicists in Switzerland.
To commemorate this anniversary, books
and media will be on display throughout
the month highlighting all the ways this
technology has shaped our lives over the past
25 years. From social media to eBooks, email
to online shopping, the world is certainly a
different place these days!
Happy Birthday World Wide Web Teen
Writing Contest
August 1–31. Library hours. Teenagers in
2014 have never known a world without
the internet. Can you tell us what the most
important aspect of this technology is to your
life? What internet-based technology could
you do without? Do you think the internet has
enhanced our daily lives or does it take away
from time spent one-on-one with friends and
family? Or maybe it’s both! Describe your
thoughts in 500–750 words. Deadline for
submissions August 31. One winner for best
essay will receive an iTunes gift card!
Kirkwood Branch
11 Kirkwood Road, Atlanta 30317
404.377.6471
It’s A Fizz, Boom, Read Storytime!
Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 8, 15, 22, 29;
August 5, 12, 19, 26. 4:00 p.m. Babies/tots and
their parents/caregivers can enjoy new and
classic books and action songs and meet
other toddlers from the neighborhood. Ages
6–36 months.
Summer Reading Kickoff at Kirkwood!
Monday, June 9. 12:00–2:00 p.m. Join the
Kirkwood Branch for its Summer Reading
Kickoff. Children, teens and adults will be able
to sign up for Summer Reading Program.
Children can also learn about fire safety,
enjoy storytime and craft activities. Come on
out and spark a reaction through literary
elements for a Fizz, Booming summer of
reading!
Lingual Kids
Monday, June 9. 1:00 p.m. A Spanish storytime complete with songs, a bilingual story,
interactive activity and a take away craft. Ages
5–12.
Mobile Dairy Classroom
Tuesday, June 24. 11:15 a.m. It’s fun! It’s free!
And (don’t tell the kids) it’s educational! Come
and meet Molly the cow! Sponsored by the
Georgia ACCM. Ages 5–12.
J.A.M.S. (Junior Achievement)
Monday and Tuesdays, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
1st Session: June 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24
2nd Session: July 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29
Students will take part in a stimulating
workshop where they will learn what is to
have an idea for a business and conceptualize
it. Working in teams, students will learn what
it takes to form their own businesses. Ages
Wii Challenge Game On at the Library: Wii
Competition
Monday, June 23. 4:00 p.m. Come get your
game on at the East Atlanta Branch as we
compete against the Kirkwood Branch in NBA
2K12, Just Dance 3, Mario Cart, and Michael
Jackson the Experience. All ages program,
so bring the whole family. Sponsored by the
Library Foundation. All ages. Reservations
required.
eCampus Introduction
Thursdays, June-July. 1:00 p.m. eCampus is
Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System’s online
learning suite of free resources. Ages 3–103.
Family and Friends CPR
Saturday, June 7. 1:00 p.m. This course is ideal
for childcare providers, adult caregivers,
students, new parents, grandparents,
babysitters and anyone interested in learning
how to save a life. Completion cards provided
to those seeking certification. Adult preregistration required.
ABCs of Finance
Thursday, June 12. 1:00 p.m. Join us as Bank
of America educates participants on the
basics of managing finances, preparing for
retirement and starting a business.
Psychological Benefits of Natural Hair
Saturday, July 12. 1:00 p.m. Join us as Jenine
Lemons, mental health therapist, teaches
participants to be assertive about the decision
to wear their hair in a natural state, the
historical roots of natural hair and ways to
style natural hair. Theme of the workshop is
self-acceptance. Adults.
A Brand New You: Personal Branding
Monday, July 14. 6:00 p.m. Austin E. Thompson
will discuss taking ownership of your personal
brand. Adults. Reservations required.
Author Talk and Discussion: Lena Jones’
Daddy, Where Are You
Saturday, July 19. 6:00 p.m. Join us as author
Lena Jones discusses her book Daddy Where
Are You. This book offers various views
into the lives of people raised without the
presence of a father. While it expresses the
hurt and pain of many it also affirms the
hope for reconciled relationships between
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fathers and children. Books will be available
for purchase. Adults.
third Thursday in June, July and August. We
will be discussing The Family Business by Carl
Weber. Registration is strongly suggested.
certified Laughter Yoga leader trained by Dr.
Madan Kataria. Registration is required. For
information/reservation, call 770.360.8820.
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch
Kaplan SAT Practice Exam
Thursday, July 10. 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Teens will take a stress-free 4-hour SAT
practice exam to determine their strengths
and weaknesses. Reservation required.
ACT or SAT Workshop Which Test is Right
for You?
Monday, June 9. 6:00 p.m. Kaplan offers
a two-hour discussion on the ACT and
SAT standardized tests to help students
choose which they want to take. For more
information please contact trina.bell@kaplan.
com. Ages 12–18. Registration required.
409 John Wesley Dobbs Drive, Atlanta 30312
404.730.1185
Fizzing Stories: A Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. It’s storytime! Bring
your preschooler’s to enjoy stories, rhymes,
songs and special crafts or story! Ages 2–4.
Fizz, Boom, Read: Make and Take Craft
Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. Children and their
grown-up helpers are invited to participate
in quick and simple crafts that you make and
take. Ages 6–8. Reservations required.
Saturday Crafternoons
Saturdays, May 31, June 14. 2:00 p.m. Stop
by and make a fun craft with Ms. Janice!
This drop-in-session is best for children in
kindergarten through third grade. Ages 5–8.
Entrepreneurship 101
Wednesdays, June 4, July 9. 1:00 p.m. Learn how
to start and grow your own business today,
even without money. Adults. Registration
required.
Container Gardening
Monday, June 9. 1:00 p.m. Gardening in the
city. Adults. Registration required.
A Booming Magic Show – Featuring Keith
the Magician
Tuesday, June 10. 10:30 a.m. Bring the whole
family to see The Amazing Keith Karnock the
Magician. Enjoy this fun, magic show with
music and movement games for children
ages 4–8. Reservations required.
Grantseeking Basics
Wednesday, June 11. 1:00 p.m. Learn the
process of starting a nonprofit organization
step-by-step. Adults. Registration required.
How to Start a Nonprofit
Wednesday, June 25. 1:00 p.m. Are you a
representative of a nonprofit organization?
Are you new to fundraising? Do you want
to learn how the funding research process
works, and what tools and resources are
available? Adults. Registration required.
Stress Management: Acting on Stress
Wednesday, July 16. 1:00 p.m. A workshop
performance featuring scenes, audience
discussion and interaction. Adults.
Don’t Let the Pigeon Ride the Bus: Stories
and Craft
Tuesday, July 22. 10:00 a.m. Don’t let the
pigeon know about this wacky, fun library
program! Come enjoy stories and craft
featuring author Mo Willem’s crazy creatures.
Beginning Genealogy
Tuesday, July 22. 3:00 p.m. This beginning
workshop will give you the tools to start
researching your family roots! Participants
will become familiar with AFPLS’ online
genealogy tool, Ancestry Library Edition,
found in the A-Z List of Databases via www.
afpls.org. All ages. Registration required.
Magic Tree House Science Book Club
Mondays, August 4, 11, 18. 3:30 p.m. Crafts
and fun revolving around the Magic Tree
House book series. Ages 5–10. Reservations
required.
Mechanicsville Branch
400 Formwalt Street SW, Atlanta 30312
404.730.4779
Sizzling Summer Storytime Theme: Fizz
Boom Read!
Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 1, 8, 15,
22, 29; August 5, 12, 19, 26. 11:30 a.m.
Age-appropriate storytimes help build a
foundation for a lifelong love of books and
reading. Families, daycares and caregivers
are invited to experience a fun atmosphere
and safe environment where they can bond
and share time together at the library.
Reservation suggested.
Fizz, Sizzle, Pop, Boom Celebrating
Summer Reading is Always Cool
Thursday, June 12. 12:00–3:00 p.m.
Community partners join with area families
to celebrate the beginning of the summer
reading experience. Exposure to great books
and interactive learning activities highlight
this event. Children, teens and adults will
have the opportunity to sign-up for Summer
Reading, sign-up for library cards and check
out library materials and services.
Crocheting With Christina! Beginners
Crocheting Class
Thursday, July 10. 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Adults
will learn the basic steps on how to make a
warm blanket, a colorful scarf or a nice fitting
hat? Join the expert behind the craft, Christina
Burson, and be on your way to crocheting
more than you could imagine.
Make Your Jewelry Pop! Jewelry Making
Workshop for Teens and Tweens
Tuesday, July 22. 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. In this
fun, hands-on workshop, Ms. Gloria will
guide tweens and teens in creating their own
beautiful bracelets, necklaces and more.
Come and make your jewelry pop and leave
with a lifelong skill. Materials will be provided.
Reservations suggested
Kaplan ACT Practice Exam
Saturday, August 23. 12:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Teens will take a stress-free 4 hour ACT
practice exam to determine their strengths
and weaknesses. Reservation required.
Northeast/Spruill Oaks Branch
9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek 30022
770.360.8820
Line Dancing
Most Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Enjoy
improved physical and mental health with
this fun, relaxing activity. Taught by Jean
Chen. New participants always welcome. For
information call 770.360.8820.
Free ESL Class
Tuesdays during June: 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Adults welcome, just come to the class.
Adult Volunteer Orientation
Most Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. Ages 15 and older.
Young Volunteer Orientation
Thursdays, July 5, 26; July 3, 31; August 7, 28.
4:30–5:45 p.m. Ages 12–14. Parent must
attend first 10 minutes; 12-year-olds must
be accompanied by adult when volunteering.
Reservation required. Limited to 5 students.
Yoga and Meditation Class
Most Thursdays, 1:30 -2:45 p.m. Learn the
Korean “one” yoga method for stress
relief and good health. No registration
is required. Each class limited to first 25
participants. Bring a yoga mat or towel
and wear loose, comfortable clothes. For
information call 770.360.8820.
Conversational French Class
Thursdays, Ongoing 11:00 a.m. Join library
French tutor John Cook for beginning and
intermediate French lessons. Pre-registration
and questionnaire required before attending
class. For pre-registration email karen.
[email protected].
Sundays for Teens Series: Gavel Club
Public Speaking for Teens
Sundays, May 18, July, 20, August 17. 2:30 p.m.
On most third Sundays of the month this
program will teach teens the basics of
public speaking and help them become
comfortable doing it. An advanced member
of Toastmaster will discuss topics including
creating goals, developing a personal mission
and thinking on one’s feet when in a public
speaking situation. Teens will practice public
speaking as part of the program. Ages 12–18.
Ats Magic With Magician Arthur Atsma
Monday, June 2. 1:00 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon
of magical fun and illusions. Ages 6 and up.
Reservations not required.
Tutoring for Teens
Mondays, June 2–August 4. 2:00 p.m. Tutor
Christina Perry will provide personalized
instruction on all areas of SAT, ACT or CRCT
and middle and high school math and
language arts. She will evaluate the students’
proficiency in the first session and work
with students through standardized test
preparation books. She will provide feedback
on student performance to parents. To
register, contact Christina Perry at 404-9530284. Ages 12–18. Limit first 20. Registration
required.
Collage Card for Dad
Thursday, June 12. 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Brighten dad’s day and create a collage of
his face, a true memory to treasure. Craft
supplies will be provided.
Finance 101 for Teens: Hands-On Banking
“Money Doesn’t Grow on Trees”
Thursday, June 5. 2:00 p.m. Teens will learn the
ins and outs of banking in this presentation
by a Wells Fargo Personal Banker. Topics to
be discussed include where money comes
from, how banking works, how to use your
money and how to plan for the future. Ages
Third Thursdays Summer Adult Book Club
Thursdays, June 19, July 17, August 21. 3:00 p.m.
The summer adult book club meets every
Laughter for Wellness
Saturdays, June 7; July 5; August 2. 2:30 p.m.
Let laughter lighten your mood. Instructor is a
Reptile Wrangler With Ken Panse
Tuesday, June 10. 10:30 a.m. Live animal show.
Ages 3 and up. Reservations not required.
Tuesday, June 10. 2:00 p.m. Teens will
Dance is a great way to exercise and keep
healthy and fit and also involves science and
math. Teens will learn various hip hop dance
movements in a fun-filled class environment.
Summer Break for Teens: the GSU Bio-Bus
Presents Biotechnology (Forensics)
Thursday, June 12. 2:00 p.m. Teen sleuths will
participate in a super-fun 90-minute program
about how police use fingerprinting, blood
typing and DNA analysis to solve crimes.
Ages 12–18. Limit 20 per session. Registration
required.
Dr. Tom Semi-Silent Theatre
Tuesday, June 17. 10:30 a.m. Crowd favorite
Dr. Tom will entertain with you his mime and
comedy show. Ages 6 and up.
Tuesday, June 17. 2:00 p.m. From writing a
script to the importance of preproduction
planning to actually shooting a film through
to postproduction (editing, effects, and distribution), teens will learn about it all as well as
how engineering, math and technology are
utilized in the filmmaking process. Sponsored
by the Library Foundation. Ages 12–18. Limit
first 20. Registration required.
Wednesday, June 18. 10:30 a.m. and 12:00
p.m. (two sessions). Come experience fun
with puppets! The Center for Puppetry Arts
provides an interactive arts experience
featuring reading activities, songs, fingerplays
and puppet-making by bringing to life one
of three terrific books for early readers.
Ages 2-4. Must be accompanied by a parent
or caregiver. Space limited to the first 25.
Friends of Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library
Summer Book Sale
Friday, June 20. 1:00–5:00 p.m. Saturday,
June 21. 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Sunday, June
22. 2:00–4:00 p.m. Wide range of books and
media for sale at super prices! Donations
welcome. Volunteers needed, both teens and
adults! For Information call 770.360.8820 or
email [email protected].
Inflatable Zoo With Adam Komesar
Tuesday, June 24. 10:30 a.m. This fun-filled
safari will keep young children laughing on
the musical, magical and interactive program.
Ages 3–6.
Summer Bridge Camp for Children and Teens
Monday–Thursday, June 30–July 3. 3:30 p.m.
Playing bridge is a wonderful way to improve
math and logic skills, and it’s fun! Children
and teens are invited to join us for the weeklong, two-hour daily Bridge Camp. Ages 8–18.
Piccadilly Puppets
Monday, June 30. 6:30 p.m. Families are invited
to watch a live puppet show which includes
a complimentary book (while supplies last).
Sponsored by Target. All ages.
Keith Karnok the Ventriloquist
Monday, July 7. 1:00 p.m. Young children will
giggle and laugh along with these animated
puppets. Ages 3–6.
Improv 101 for Teens
Wednesday, July 9. 2:00 p.m. Teens will develop
while having a ton of fun. Improvisation
is a great tool to encourage collaboration,
communication and creativity among teens.
Learn different improvisational techniques
through theatre games and learn about how
science and technology are in this art form.
Loud in the Library! Guitar Instruction for
Teens
Thursdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31. 2:00 p.m. Each
week teens will meet for a one-hour session
lead by a Guitar Center guitar and ukulele
instructor. Teens will learn notes, chords
and the strumming patterns necessary to
play at least three songs by the end of the
month. Ages 12–18. Limit first 20. Registration
required.
ACT/SAT Practice Test
Monday July 14. 12:30 p.m. Kaplan will offer
this four house practice test free to students.
For more information please contact: trina.
[email protected]. Ages 12–18. Registration
required.
Flamenco Dancers
Monday, July 14. 6:30 p.m. Families are
invited to watch this high-energy Latin dance
performance, featuring live music. Includes
a complimentary book (while supplies last).
Sponsored by Target. All ages.
Ken Scott Magic
Wednesday, July 16. 10:30 a.m. Ken Scott
brings the fun and flare with his interactive
magic show. All ages. Reservations not
required.
Wednesday, July 16. 2:00 p.m. Teens will
participate in an introductory-level songwriting workshop taught by Kurk Scobie. Utilize
a variety of instruments (guitars, keyboard,
amp and mics) to create a song during the
workshop and will learn how important
technology and math are in the songwriting
process. Sponsored by the Library Foundation. Ages 12–18. Limit first 20. Registration
required.
Art Workshop – Drawing 101 for Teens
Tuesday, July 22. 2:00 p.m. Teens will
participate in an introductory-level art
workshop that focuses on the basic principles
and techniques of drawing. Students will
explore the use of line, gesture, contour,
shading and shadow while learning how
art involves science, math and technology.
Quite a Catch
Monday, July 28. 10:30 a.m. Ron Anglin will
bring all his juggling objects in this highly
entertaining show. All ages. Reservations not
required.
Lee Bryan the Puppet Guy
Tuesday, July 29. 10:30 a.m. Enjoy this
engaging puppet show hand crafted and
designed by Lee Bryan complete with backdrop, lights and sound system. All ages.
Reservations not required.
Northside Branch
3295 Northside Parkway, NW, Atlanta 30327
404.814.3508
Robots Rule: Recycled Art Contest
June 1–July 29. Library hours. Create a robot
using recycled materials. Rules and entry
forms are available at the branch. Ages 4–12.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Northside
Branch Library.
Science Fiction Writing Contest
June 1–July 29. Library hours. Write a 3- to
5-page science fiction story. Rules and entry
forms are available at the branch. Ages 7–12.
Branch Library.
Toddler Time
Wednesdays, June 4–August 6. 10:30 a.m.
Stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 18
months-2 years with an adult.
Time for Twos and Threes
Mondays, June 2–August 4. 10:30 a.m. Stories,
fingerplays, songs and a short film. Ages 2–3
years with an adult.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, June 3–August 5. 4:00 p.m. Stories,
rhymes, music and crafts. Ages 3–6.
Creepy Crawly Critters
Wednesday, June 4. 2:00–2:30 p.m. (ages 3–5);
2:45–3:45 p.m (ages 6–12). Take an up-close
look at the world of BUGS! Join the Big
Thinkers as we classify different types of
insects, explore insect habitats and build your
very own bug model! Reservations required.
Branch Library.
Owl Wise
Monday, June 16. 4:00 p.m. Get up close and
personal with Georgia’s native nocturnal
raptors. Chattahoochee Nature Center
naturalists bring three species of owls to you
and teach about the unique adaptations and
life histories of this amazing group of raptors.
Ages 4–12. Sponsored by the Friends of the
Northside Branch Library.
Easy Reader Book Club
Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m. June 18 – Last One in
is a Rotten Egg by Leonard Kessler; July 30
– Flat Stanley at Bat by Lori Haskins. We will
discuss each month’s book selection and
enjoy activities and snacks. Participants must
read the book prior to the program. Grades
1–3. Reservation required. Sponsored by the
Friends of the Northside Branch Library.
Bees, Bees, Bees
Monday, June 23. 11:30 a.m. Join Master
Beekeeper Cindy Hodges in this interactive
program as we learn about beekeeping
and the value of honey bees through visuals
and audience participation. Participants will
have a chance to taste fresh honey straight
from the source and observe live honey bees
in a hive. Ages 4–12. Reservations required.
Presented by Metro Atlanta Beekeepers
Association.
Tuesday, June 24. 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
(two sessions). Come experience fun with
puppets! The Center for Puppetry Arts provides
an interactive arts experience featuring reading
activities, songs, fingerplays and puppetmaking by bringing to life one of three terrific
books for early readers. Ages 2-4. Must be
accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Space
limited to the first 25. Reservations required.
Fizz, BOOM, Read, Magic Show!
Wednesday, June 25. 4:00 p.m. A magical
adventure that blends comedy, puppets and
magic. Presented by Ken Scott. Ages 4–12.
Branch Library.
Fossils are Fun
Monday, June 30. 1:00 p.m. Learn about
fossil animals, fish, amphibians, reptiles and
DINOSAURS! Handle the fossils themselves
and take home a sample. Ages 5–12.
Reservations required. Presented by the
Georgia Mineral Society.
A Company of Friends Theatrical Productions
Presents the Princess and the Pea
Monday, July 7. 2:00 p.m. Can a tiny green
pea hidden under a dozen mattresses prove
whether a young lady is royal or regular in
this audience participation musical? Ages
5–12. Presented by a Company of Friends
Theatrical Productions. Sponsored by the
Friends of the Northside Branch Library.
Fizzing Folktales
Wednesday, July 9. 3:30 p.m. Folktales from
around the world about the thunderous and
explosive wonders of the earth: volcanoes,
earthquakes, lightning and more. Ages 4–12.
Presented by Barry Stewart Mann. Sponsored
by the Friends of the Northside Branch Library.
Water Works
Monday, July 21. 3:00 p.m. The Fulton County
Department of Water Resources will present
an environmental craft relating to the
Chattahoochee River and the fish that live
in it. Come and learn about the ancient
Japanese art form Gyotaku (fish printing).
Ages 6–8. Reservation is required.
Ocee Branch
5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek 30005
770.360.8897
Introduction to MS Word 2010
Tuesdays, May 6, June 3, July 1. 1:00 p.m. An
introductory class to familiarize users with
Microsoft Word. Adults, reservation required.
Introduction to AFPLS Databases
Saturdays, May 17, June 21, July 19, August 16.
1:00 p.m. A hands-on computer workshop
to learn about databases the library has
to offer and how to use them! Adults and
young adults. Facilitated by Leslie Drost. Free
and open to the public. For information call
770.360.8897.
Introduction to MS Excel 2010
Tuesdays, June 16, July 15. 1:00 p.m. An
introductory class to familiarize users with
Microsoft Excel. Adults. Reservation required.
Sunday Dahn Yoga
Thursdays, May 25; June 8, 22; July 6, 20;
August 3, 17, 31. 3:30 p.m. Dahn Yoga is a
combination of stretching, breathing, and
meditation. Please bring yoga mat or towel
and wear comfortable clothing.
Yoga and Meditation
Mondays, June 2, 16, 30; July 7, 14, 28; August
4, 11, 18, 25. 11:00 a.m. Beginning yoga and
meditation techniques for beginners. Adults.
Family Fun Storytime
Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24. 10:30 a.m. Stop by
for stories, music, and lots of interactive fun!
Ages 1–6.
Bottle Cap Wind Chimes Family Craft
Wednesday, June 4. 1:00 p.m. A family craft
program using recycled bottle caps to create
wind chimes. Save your bottle caps! All ages.
Chess Club
Wednesdays, June 4, 18. 6:00 p.m. Club
members will learn strategies, game
variations and perhaps have the opportunity
to participate in a tournament. Registration
not required. Ages 5–13.
Teen Summer Reading Kickoff: Encaustic Art
Thursday, June 5. 2:30 p.m. Encaustic art is
richly colored art made with hot colored
wax. Learn how to turn melted crayons
into amazing art! Information regarding
the Summer Reading Program will also be
provided. Ages 13–18.
Rocky the Rhino Reads Fun Science Books
Monday, June 9. 11:00 a.m. Join us for a special
book reading and action packed program
with Rocky the Rhino. Rocky the Rhino will
teach you about martial arts and how we
use physical science to improve our power.
Rocky will show how you can have super hero
strength using speed and reaction force. Let
The Washington Park Library celebrates Poetry Open Mic night with (L to R) Jacquelyn Gassaway and actress Bern
Nadette Stanis.
him teach your size doesn’t matter; you too
can have super strength. Ages 3 to 5 only.
Ocee Reads Book Club
Mondays, June 9, July 7, August 11. 2:00 p.m.
Join us for thought-provoking discussions of
current fiction. Light refreshments provided.
Adults 18 and up. Registration required. To
register and reserve a copy of each month’s
book, please send an email to marcia.divack@
fultoncountyga.gov, use “Ocee Reads” in the
subject line.
Children’s Summer Reading Kickoff: Fizz,
Boom, Read With Todd Key
Wednesday, June 11. 2:00 p.m. Join us for our
children’s Summer Reading Program Kickoff
featuring a fun-filled juggling show based
on our theme of Fizz, Boom, Read! Space is
limited to first 75 attendees. Ages 4–12 only.
Operation Safe Kids
Wednesday, June 11. 3:00 p.m. Operation Safe
Kids uses leading technology to produce a
biographical document containing a child’s
photograph along with digitized, inkless
fingerprints and other vital identification
information. Parents receive the document
that can later be reproduced immediately
for mass distribution to local, state and
federal law enforcement agencies should
their child become missing. This system saves
valuable time when there is no time to spare.
No information is saved on government
computers. Ages Pre-K to 5th grade.
SAT Practice Test
Thursday, June 12. 2:00 p.m. A fully-proctored
practice SAT (approx. 4 hours) will show
students what to expect in a test-like environment. Students will receive a comprehensive
analysis of their performance on the test, detailing individual strengths and weaknesses.
Test is limited to 25 students and registration
is required. To register, visit: http://www.
kaptest.com/class/SKKH14064. High school
students only, ages 14–18.
Beginner Readers’ Book Club
Tuesdays, June 17; July 15; August 18. 4:00 p.m.
Join us for book discussions and related
activities. Ages 5–8. Program is limited to 20
children, registration required. To register
and reserve a copy of each month’s book,
please send an email including your name
and age to marcia.divack@fultoncountyga.
gov.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting
Wednesdays, June 18, July 16, August 20. 5:00 p.m.
Join the Teen Advisory Board and help plan
library programs, select teen books and
review new teen books. Board members will
earn volunteer service hours. Ages 13–18.
Teen Summer Reading Craft: Spark a
Reaction
Thursday, June 19. 2:30 p.m. Make your own
scented candle and spark a reaction of your
very own. All supplies will be provided, so
registration is required. To register, send an
email to [email protected]
containing your name and age; please use
“Candle” as the subject line. Ages 13–18.
Children’s Summer Reading: Curious Moon
Puppets
Saturday, June 21. 2:00 p.m. Curious Moon
Puppets will showcase: FIZZ, BOOM, Bugs
and Machines. Joins us for this unique
performance. All ages are welcome. Limited
to 75 children.
Physical Science in Action
Monday, June 23. 11:00 a.m. Join us for an
action-packed physical science program.
Learn more about the world around you
through science. Physical science has been
one of the most important elements in
martial arts since its beginning. A fun-filled
physics class based on martial arts and
science, the secret will be uncovered. Ages
5–12 only.
Just Read It Book Club
Mondays, June 23; July 28; August 25. 4:30 p.m.
Join us for book discussions and snacks.
Program limited to 15 children, registration
required. To register and reserve a copy
of each month’s book send an email
including name and age to marcia.divack@
fultoncountyga.gov. Ages 9–12.
North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC)
Mobile Outreach Bus
Wednesdays by appointment only, June 25, July
23, August 27. 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Provides
emergency assistance via the NFCC mobile
unit every 4th Wednesday of the month,
particularly for families with transportation
challenges. For more information or to apply
online visit the website at www.nfcchelp.org
or call 770-640-0399 (ext. 463).
Children’s Summer Reading: Big Thinkers
Science Show
Wednesday, June 25. 2:00 p.m. Join us for our
children’s Summer Reading Science Program
featuring our theme of fizz, boom, read!
Space is limited to first 75 attendees. Ages
5–12 only.
Teen Summer Reading: Science Fiction
Trivia Contest
Thursday, June 26. 2:30 p.m. Think you know
everything there is to know about Science
Fiction books and movies? Join us for this
awesome contest and pit your knowledge
against other Sci-Fi fans! Snacks and prizes
provided. Registration is not required. Ages
13–18.
Teens Read Book Club
Thursdays, June 26, July 24, August 28. 4:30 p.m.
Join us for book discussions and snacks. Ages
13–18. This program is limited to 15 teens.
Registration is required. To register and
reserve a copy of each month’s book, please
send an email including your name and age
to [email protected].
Family Fun Storytime
Tuesdays: July 1, 8, 15, 22. 10:30 a.m. Stop by
for stories, music and lots of interactive fun!
Ages 1–6.
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The Library System loves Volunteers! Clare Stefan straightens up the shelves during Leadership Sandy Springs Day 2014.
Chess Club
Wednesdays, July 2, 16. 6:00 p.m. Club members
will learn strategies, game variations and
perhaps have the opportunity to participate
in a tournament. Registration not required.
Ages 5–13.
Teen Summer Reading: T-Shirt Design
Thursday, July 3. 2:30 p.m. Join your friends
for a t-shirt design event. Please bring a plain
t-shirt with you, all other supplies will be
provided. Ages 13–18 only.
Upscaling for Home Décor
Tuesday, July 8. 1:00 p.m. This program
includes a demonstration and information
on repurposing ordinary objects for your
home. We will have a display of previously
repurposed items.
Children’s Summer Reading: Bill Packard
Magic Man Show
Wednesday, July 9. 2:30 p.m. Join us for our
children’s Summer Reading magic show
featuring our theme of fizz, boom, read!
Space limited to first 75 attendees. Tickets will
be given out 1 hour prior to the start of the
program. Ages 4–12.
ACT Practice Test
Thursday, July 10. 2:00 p.m. A fully-proctored
practice ACT (approx. 3.5 hours) will show
students what to expect in a test-like environment. Students will receive a comprehensive
analysis of their performance on the test,
detailing individual strengths and weaknesses. The test is limited to 25 students and registration is required. To register, visit this link:
http://www.kaptest.com/class/AKKH14010.
For high school students, ages 14–18.
Children’s Summer Reading: ArchaeoBus
Wednesday, July 16. 2:00 p.m. The popular
ArchaeoBus will delight visitors at their own
pace. You can participate in both group and
self-directed activities. Tour the bus, work
on puzzles and myriad other science based
activities. All ages.
Teen Summer Reading: Talent Show
Thursday, July 17. 2:30 p.m. Does your talent
spark a reaction? Do you sing, dance, act,
recite poetry, perform magic or play an
instrument? Join us for this talent show
and spotlight your talents. Registration
is required. To register, send an email to
[email protected] with your
name, age and talent; use “Talent” as the
subject line. Ages 13–18.
Atlanta Junior Bridge Camp
Monday, July 21; Tuesday, July 22; Wednesday,
July 23; Tuesday, July 29; Wednesday, July 30.
3:00–5:00 p.m. Exercise all your muscles this
summer! Learn to play the fascinating card
game of bridge. Limited to 16 participants,
ages 8–18. To reserve your space or for more
information, call Karen Christian770-998-9723
or email to [email protected].
Children’s Summer Reading Finale:
DeWayne Reynolds
Monday, July 21. 11:00 a.m. Join us for our
finale featuring a high-energy program with
a very popular storyteller and a master
balloon artist featuring our science based fizz,
boom, read theme. Space is limited to first 75
attendees.
Art in July
Wednesday, July 23. 5:30 p.m. Join us for
an art-filled summer themed activity and
receive a book to take home. Space ls limited.
Registration is required. If you plan to join
this program, please send an email with your
name to: karen.kennedy@fultoncountyga.
gov. Children ages 5–12. First 15 students.
Teen Summer Reading “Spark a Reaction”
Wrap Party
Thursday, July 24. 2:30 p.m. End the summer
on a high note! Join us for games, food,
music, a photo booth, and massive amounts
of fun. Come alone or bring friend, the more
the merrier. Registration not required. Ages
13–18.
Wacky Wednesday Back to School Craft
Wednesday, July 30. 5:30 p.m. Join us for a funfilled craft program celebrating going back to
school. Ages 5–12. Limit first 30 students.
Chess Club
Wednesdays, August 6, 20. 6:00 p.m. Club
members will learn strategies, game variations
and perhaps have the opportunity to participate
in a tournament. Registration not required.
Ages 5–13.
Tools for High School
Wednesday, August 27. 6:00 p.m. High school
students are encouraged to attend this
program to learn how to navigate and use
eCampus, A-Z Databases, OverDrive and
other eResources available to them for free,
including test prep and tutoring. Registration
required. To register send an email containing
your name and age to marcia.divack@
fultoncountyga.gov, use “Tools” as the subject
line. All participants will receive a “back-toschool” gift. Ages 14–18.
Peachtree Branch
1315 Peachtree Street, NE, Atlanta 30309
404.885.7830
Chess Club
Tuesdays, June 3–July 8. 3:30 p.m. Keep your
brain active and practice the strategic game
of chess. Chess Club is divided into two
sessions: true beginners with no previous
experience meet from 3:30–4:00 p.m. Players
who already know how to move the pieces
will meet from 4:00–4:45 p.m. Spaces
limited in each grouping, so preregister
with the children’s librarian. Sponsored by
Championship Chess and the Friends of
Peachtree Library. Ages 6–12.
“Is It Science… or Magic? With Bill Packard
Tuesday, June 10. 10:30 a.m. The Glad Scientist
returns with popular book references, magic,
comedy, music, puppetry, storytelling and
video projection to entertain, educate and inspire students to read! These are the elements
for an effervescent and explosive reading
adventure! First 90 admitted. Reservations
are required for groups of six or more.
Kids Origami Club
Saturdays, June 21; July 19; August 23.
3:00–4:30 p.m. Join us as we practice
origami, the Japanese art of paper-folding,
and make something you can take home.
Recommended for children 8–12 but younger
children who have assistance from a parent
or caregiver are welcome.
Music Is Magic: The ‘Hands-On Experience’
of Musical Instruments
Tuesday, June 24. 10:30 a.m. This is a fun
introduction to musical instruments with lots
of audience participation. First 90 admitted.
Reservations are required for groups of six or
more. Ages 4–8.
Star-Spangled Storytime.
Tuesday, July 1. 10:30 a.m. Join us for a
patriotic storytime in which we salute the
birth of our nation on July 4. Ages 2–4.
“Who Put the Fizz in My Pop?” Sizzling
Stories of Science and Stuff With Barry
Stewart Mann
Wednesday, July 9. 1:00 p.m. Join Barry and
his friend Hoo-How the Owl as they share
fascinating stories about the people and
science behind some of our favorite things.
First 90 admitted. Reservations are required
for groups of six or more. Ages 3–12.
Piccadilly Puppets Presents “Butterfly Ballad”
Tuesday, July 15. 10:30 a.m. Follow Katy and
Kevin Catyerpillar through the stages of their
lives, from egg, to caterpillar, to chrysalis, to
butterfly, and their fascinating migration to
Mexico. Reservations are required for groups
of six or more. Ages 3–8.
Alina Celeste: Music for Children
Tuesday, July 22. 10:30 a.m. Alina Celeste is a
music teacher and performer in Los Angeles.
She emphasizes traditional songs with a
modern twist and original songs aimed at
bringing families together and providing joy
and self-expression to kids everywhere. Don’t
be surprised if you find yourself dancing and
clapping along, and leave singing! Ages 3–8.
Perry Homes Branch
2011 Bolton Road, NW, Atlanta 30318
404.792.4994
Fizz Into Summer – Summer Reading Kickoff
Tuesday, June 3. 10:00 a.m. Join us for stories
and fun activities to start the summer off
right with a boom. Ages 2–12. Reservations
Summer Gardening – Growing Beautiful
Annuals & Perennials
Thursday, June 5. 1:00 p.m. Want a big,
beautiful flower bed like the professionally
maintained ones? Learn the differences
between annual and perennials and when
and where they should be planted for the
Wow! Boom! factor. Offered by Fulton County
Cooperative Extension. Adults. Reservations
Nutritional Cooking on a Budget
Thursdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26. 5:00 p.m. The
Fulton County Cooperative Extension
Expanded Food and Nutrition Program will
provide nutritional classes on healthy eating
for families with children. The classes will
help families learn to make wise food choices
and having stress free meal times. Adults.
Reservations required for groups.
Sizzling Vacation Tales – Storytime for
Toddlers
Tuesdays, June 10, 17, 24. 10:00 a.m. Kids are
invited to hear stories about traveling and
vacations. Ages 2–8. Reservations required
for groups.
Computer Basics
Thursdays, June 12; August 14. 10:00 a.m.
Learn about the different parts of the
computer, computer vocabulary and just
become familiar with the computer. Including
the monitor, tower, keyboard and the mouse,
this class is for the absolute beginner. Adults.
Summer Gardening – Caring for Indoor Plants
Thursday, June 19. 1:00 p.m. Learn the basics
of caring for and growing indoor plants with
these suggestions about plant knowledge,
watering techniques and preventing
pest problems. Offered by Fulton County
Cooperative Extension. Adults. Reservations
Introduction to Internet
Thursday, June 26. 10:00 a.m. Learn what the
internet is and how to navigate it. Learn how
to browse the World Wide Web, visit websites
and navigate links. Adults. Reservations
required.
Celebrating America – Storytime for Toddlers
Tuesday, July 1. 10:00 a.m. Dig into the history
of the United States with patriotic tales about
the Revolutionary War and the 4th of July.
Ages 2–8. Reservations required for groups.
Booming Fairytales – Storytime for Toddlers
Tuesdays, July 8, 15, 22. 10:00 a.m. As summer
heats up, children will hear fun tales with
a booming effect. Ages 2–8. Reservations
Introduction to Email
Thursday, July 10. 10:00 a.m. Participants will
learn to set up, send and receive emails.
Exploring AFPLS’s Website
Thursday, July 17. 10:00 a.m. Participants will
learn about the library’s databases, including
things available on the A-Z List of Databases
including job searching and eCampus. Adults.
Preparing to Interview for a Job
Thursdays, July 17, August 14. 1:00 p.m. As you
prepare to interview for a job learn some
tips and tricks that will keep your application
and resume from ended up in the trash.
Participants will learn which things to avoid
during the interview and which things they
should do to master the interview process.
Adults. Reservations required for groups.
Resume Elements – Writing a Better Resume
Thursday, July 24. 10:00 a.m. Learn some
simple steps for a writing a resume that can
get you a job interview. Participants should
bring copies of current resumes and/or a
job history list and a flash drive/thumb drive
to save their work on. Adults. Reservations
Summer Gardening – Container Gardening
101
Thursday, July 24. 1:00 p.m. Growing plants
in containers provides an opportunity to
garden on patios, porches, balconies and
even windowsills. Fulton County Cooperative
Extension will provide an overview and
examples of this gardening technique. Adults.
Fizzing Out – Summer Reading Finale
Tuesday, July 29. 10:00 a.m. As the Summer
Reading Program comes to an end, children can
attend storytime and submit their Summer
Reading logs. Ages 2–12. Reservations
Back to School Stories – Storytime for
Toddlers
Tuesday, August 5. 10:00 a.m. As the school
year begins, we want to help the children
prepare for the coming school year with
storytimes that focus on tales and activities
about letters, numbers, colors and manners.
Ages 2–8. Reservations required for groups.
Tales for Dog Days – Storytime for Toddlers
Tuesdays, August 12, 19, 26. 10:00 a.m. As the
temperature continues rising, kids will enjoy
tales about dogs, cats and other pets. Ages
2–8. Reservations required for groups.
Beginning Genealogy
Thursday, August 21. 5:00 p.m. This beginning
workshop will give you the tools to start
researching your family roots! Become
familiar with utilizing the AFPLS genealogy
tool, Ancestry Library Edition, found in the
library’s list of databases via www.afpls.org.
Summer Gardening – Growing New Plants
by Propagation
Thursday, August 28. 1:00 p.m. Learn what
plant propagation is – from seed and cuttings,
to dividing and grafting plants. Fulton County
Cooperative Extension will provide an overview
and examples of this gardening technique.
Noonday Nosh Book Club
Third Tuesday of the month (unless indicated
otherwise). 12:00 p.m.
Ponce de Leon Branch
Mystery Readers Book Club
Fourth Tuesday of the month (unless indicated
otherwise). 6:30 p.m.
Baby Storytime
Mondays, June 2–August 25. 10:00 a.m. Join
us for stories, songs and fingerplays for the
very young. Ages 6–24 months. Reservations
Tuesday, June 3. 11:00 a.m. Come experience
a fun-filled celebration of reading with
face painting, balloon art and much more.
Registration required for all groups. Discover
Vincent Wolf’s newest children’s book, The
Boy With Hearts for Hair! Meet the author/
illustrator.
980 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta 30306
404.885.7820
Family Storytime
Mondays, June 5–August 28. 10:30 a.m. Join us
for stories, songs and puppets for the whole
family. Ages 18 months–5 years. Reservations
Crafty Thursdays
Thursdays, June 2–August 25. 3:00 p.m. Join us
every Thursday afternoon as we transform
the children’s study area into a Maker’s Lab
with an awesome, unique, make-it-and-take-it
craft!
Book Discussion Group
Ponce is starting a book discussion group! Be
part of the inaugural meeting. Each month
we’ll read and discuss a different book.
Magic Man Show
Saturday, June 7. 2:00 p.m. Prepare to be
amazed and delighted! Is it magic or is it
science? Bill Packard the Magic Man brings
his renowned magical talents to help kick off
our Summer Reading Program.
Sidewalk Chalk Art Expo
Saturday June 21. 2:00 p.m. Join us for our 4th
Annual Sidewalk Chalk Art Expo. We bring
the chalk and the sidewalk, you bring your
imagination! Ages 2–12.
Rain Barrel Workshop
Saturday, June 28. 1:00 p.m. Go green by
making your own rain barrel! The Fulton
County Department of Water Resources will
be on hand to provide instructions and all
the necessary materials. At the end of the
class, you’ll get to take home your own barrel.
Note: no charge to attend the class, but if
you would like to make a rain barrel, there
is a $40 fee for materials. Contact virginia.
[email protected] for more details.
Reservations are required.
Picadilly Puppet Show: Splish Splash Water
Stories
Saturday, July 5. 2:00 p.m. Have some Summer
Reading fun and learn about the water cycle
along with our puppet pals from Piccadilly
Puppets.
E-books With Ease
Tuesdays, July 8, August 12. 6:00 p.m. Want to
download audiobooks and e-books to your
iPhone, iPad, Nook, or Kindle? Join us for a
one-hour easy to learn session, and we’ll
show you how to use Overdrive, an electronic
resource of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library
System, to download and enjoy audiobooks
and e-books! Feel free to bring your laptop
and/or device to the program; Wi-Fi is
available.
A Visit From the Friendly Firefighters
Saturday, July 19. 2:00 p.m. Hear some
stories and check out a real fire truck from
the firefighters at Station 19! Costumes
encouraged, but not required. Ages 2–12.
High Voltage
Tuesday, July 29. 3:30–5:00 p.m. From
homemade lightning to wire vaporizing
power, experience the origins and potential
of electricity in a whole new way with STEM
Howard. Get a first-hand look at the electron
tossing power of voltage, the withering
heat of current, the essentials of electrical
safety and the most common techniques
for generating electricity. Sponsored by the
Library Foundation. Open to rising middle
school and high school students.
Ponce Annual Spelling Bee
Saturday, August 2. 2:00 p.m. Wrap up Summer
Reading! Test your wits and spelling knowledge
at our 8th Annual Spelling Bee. There will
be a celebration for all Summer Reading
participants to follow the competition. Light
snacks will be provided. Contestants should
register at least a week in advance of the
event. Ages 5–12.
Roswell Branch
115 Norcross Street, Roswell 30075
770.640.3075
Yoga
Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. (except third Tuesday of
the month). Please wear comfortable clothes
and bring a mat or towel. No registration
required.
Free ESL Classes
Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. All levels. Thursdays 10:00
a.m. Intermediate and advanced levels. No
registration required. Classes are ongoing.
Everyone is welcome!
Arthur Atsma
Thursday, June 5. 2:00 p.m. Artist and magician
Arthur Atsma is back with his amazing
comedy magic show filled with intriguing
stories and lots of audience interaction! Ages
6–10.
Comic Book Drawing Workshop
Wednesday, June 11. 3:30 p.m. Ages 7–10.
Teen Comic Book Drawing Workshop
Wednesday, June 11. 2:00 p.m. What’s it take to
create a graphic novel or comic book? Grab a
pencil and paper and give it a try! Learn the
basics of drawing comics, steps to becoming
a skilled artist, what it takes to stay motivated
and opportunities to share your talents. Ages
11–18. Registration required. Spaces limited.
Jewelry Making Workshop
Monday, June 16. 2:30 p.m. Make some
sparkle in this workshop where you’ll create
your own jewelry. Materials provided. Ages
11–18. Space is limited, registration required.
Lee Bryan – That Puppet Guy
Tuesday, June 17. 2:30 p.m. Ages 2–6.
Ron Anglin – Quite a Catch
Thursday, June 19. 1:00 p.m. Master juggler
and entertainer Ron Anglin shows off his
amazing skills. This is a fun and hilarious
show that will leave you asking “how did he
do that?” Ages 6–10.
Teen Juggling Workshop
Thursday, June 19. 2:30 p.m. Every juggling
action sparks a reaction in the brain! Juggling
promotes brain cell connections along with
being crazy fun. See some amazing feats of
juggling and try out a few tricks yourself. Ages
Atlanta Authors 2014 Series With Betty
Brown
Saturday, June 22. 2:00 p.m. The Roswell
author will discuss her book There and Back.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell
Library.
Atlanta Junior Bridge Club
Monday, June 23–Thursday, June 26. 3:00–5:00
p.m. Bridge is a great way to learn math and
logic, and have fun while you’re at it! Ages 8–18.
Curious Moon Puppet Theatre
Thursday, June 26. 10:30 a.m. Come for Fizz
Boom Bugs and Machines, a twist on “The
Grasshopper and the Ant” story. Ages 3–8.
Biobus: Heart and Your Health
Wednesday, July 2. 2:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Explore the mechanics of this amazing
organ. Participants will get to handle a real
preserved cow’s heart, listen to their own
heartbeat and take their own blood pressure
to learn about these indicators of health.
Sign up for one session. Ages 11–18. Space is
Atlanta Authors 2014 Series With George
Weinstein
Saturday, August 9. 2:00 p.m. The Roswell
author will discuss his book Hardscrabble
Road. Sponsored by the Friends of the
Roswell Library.
Friends of Roswell Library Book Sale
Thursday, August 14. 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17.
1:00–4:00 p.m. Buy gently used bestsellers,
nonfiction, adult and children’s books, media
and more. No scanners on Wednesday!
Sandy Springs Branch
395 Mt. Vernon Highway, Atlanta 30328
404.303.6130
ESL – Conversation Class
Mondays, 6:00 p.m. Teacher: Laura Powell/
Literacy Volunteers of Metro Atlanta.
Basic ESL
Saturdays, 1:00 p.m. Teacher: Francine Cadden.
Vinyasa Yoga
Sundays, 3:45 p.m. Instructor: Jen Amosa.
Please wear comfortable clothing. Yoga mat
is required.
June Exhibit: Wayne Sengstock Art
Collection
Sunday, June 1–30. Library hours.
Yarn Bomb
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16. 12:00 p.m. Teens looking
for a place to sit and stitch are invited to join
us. Snacks, drinks and knitting assistance will be
provided. Middle and high school students.
Tai Chi
Mondays, June 2–30. 5:00 p.m. Instructor: Taian
Wang.
Acupuncture
Monday, June 2. 5:00 p.m. Instructor: Taian Wang.
Summer Reading Kickoff With Mr. Greggy’s
Magic Show
Tuesday, June 3. 10:30 a.m. Comedy and fun
using silly magic, unique hat juggling, adorable puppetry, hilarious clown gags, colorful
balloons, respectful audience participation
and plenty of goofiness! Ages 3 and up.
Sandy Springs Literary Society – Book Club
Discussion
Tuesdays, June 3; July 1; August 5. 10:30 a.m.
Everyone is invited to join the club! Meets the
First Tuesday of each month. The following
books will be discussed: June 3, The Book
Thief by Marcus Zusak; July 1, Crooked Letter,
Crooked Letter by Tom Franklin; August 5, The
Good Daughters by Joyce Maynard.
Defensive Driving Class
Tuesdays–Wednesdays. June 3–4; August 5–6.
3:00 p.m. AARP Defensive Driving Classes
for adults and teens 15–up. Participants
must attend both classes. AARP workbook
not required but is necessary for certificate
($20 for non-members; $15 for members).
Registration is required. Call 404-851-6157.
Life Martial Arts 4 Week Workshop!
Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24. 4:30 p.m.
Martial arts classes are fun! Kids learn
valuable skills that help with focus, selfdiscipline and confidence. Learn basic moves,
test for your white belt in a safe learning
environment! Registration required. Call the
Children’s Department. Ages 4 and up.
The Princess and the Pea
Tuesday, July 8. 2:00 p.m. You know the
original story, but don’t miss this fresh
retelling featuring Princess Maude who
lives in a swamp and does not like the color
red. Presented by A Company of Friends
Theatrical Productions. Ages 4–10.
All Hands Productions Presents Billy Goats
Gruff and Other Stuff
Wednesday, June 4. 10:30 a.m. In this performance
utilizing hand, rod and glove puppets, Stephens
retells classic fairy tales as well as telling
a few of his own original tales. See what
happens when three billy goats try to cross
over a bridge belonging to a greedy troll. Ages
3 and up.
Art on Canvas Workshop
Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26; August 2. 2:00 p.m.
Classes consist of a collection of painting
creative activities and art expression.
Participants will learn the art, skills and the
craft of becoming an artist. Adults. Seating is
limited registration required.
Teen Chess
Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25; July 9, 16, 23,
30. 12:30 p.m. Teens are invited to learn how
to create strategy and defense in the popular
game of chess. Middle and high school
students. Registration required.
My Reptile Guys
Monday, July 14. 1:00 p.m. Snakes, turtles and
lizards! My Reptiles Guys are back with loads
of reptiles to amaze and astound you! Ages
5–10.
Sandy Springs Kids Book Club!
Monday, June 9. 4:30 p.m. Discussions will
include team trivia and snacks. Registration
required, call the children’s department. Ages
9–12.
Singing With Alina Celeste
Thursday, July 24. 10:30 a.m. Alina Celeste, a
Los Angeles music teacher and performer,
brings her original list of kid-friendly songs on
the road. She’s sure to have everyone singing,
clapping and dancing in their seats.
Out of the Box Presents Summer Seas!
Tuesday, June 10. 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Come join us to create “this summer with
a great summer” sea-themed project in
drawing and painting based on artwork
of folk artists Maud Lewis! Registration
6 and up.
Drop-In Needlecraft Group
Thursdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28. 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Get together with like-minded crafters to
socialize while you work on your projects. If
you knit, crochet, embroider or cross-stitch,
grab your current project and join us at the
library. All ages and experience welcome. No
instruction or materials are provided.
Candies in the Kitchen
Tuesday, June 10. 2:00 p.m. Teens are invited
to learn some delicious kitchen chemistry
with Sari McIntyre of Sari’s Flair. In this class
you’ll learn to make chocolate bark, ‘rocher’like candy and hand-rolled chocolate truffles.
A perfect gift idea for Father’s Day! Middle and
high school students. Registration required.
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Ventriloquist Cliff Patton
Wednesday, June 11. 10:30 a.m. Join master
ventriloquist Cliff Patton as he creates a
high-energy comedy program with magic,
ventriloquism, balloon artistry and audience
participation. Ages 3 and up.
Jewelry Making With Miss Briana!
Tuesday, June 17. 10:30 a.m. Learn how to
make braided jewelry. This is a hands-on
activity for all to enjoy. Registration required.
Call the children’s department. Ages 8–12.
E-Textiles Workshop Part 1: LEDs and
Simple Circuits
Tuesday, June 17. 1:30 p.m. Learn how to
create a simple circuit that will light up an
LED on your clothing. Middle school and high
school students. Registration required.
Biobus Presents DNA is Elementary!
Wednesday, June 18. 10:30 a.m. Designed to
introduce younger elementary students to
the concept of genetic traits and the diversity
they generate. Students experience using
DNA as an instruction manual containing
directions which determine the way we are.
Registration required, call the children’s
department. Ages 6–9.
Saturday Storytime!
Saturday, June 21. 3:00 p.m. Ms. Leah will have
a fun storytime and related activities for the
whole family! Registration required, call the
children’s department. Ages 3–7.
Your Mind of Compassion
Saturday, June 21. 3:00 p.m. Meditative
practice to strengthen a “mind of compassion”
mindset will be described. Presented by Riina
Crosscope and Mary Hebblewhite.
Floating on Air
Monday, June 23. 12:30 p.m. Come pry into
the physics, chemistry and amazing utility of
buoyant force with aerospace engineer and
STEM instructor, Kevin Howard. Explore the
function, history and pitfalls of everything
from ocean vessels to lighter-than-air
vehicles, while providing all kinds of ideas
for future projects. Middle and high school
Tiny Tales and Terrific 2s Storytime
Tuesdays, June 24, July 22. 10:30 a.m. Join Miss
Leah for fun stories, songs and fingerplays.
Ages 6–35 months.
Teen Yoga
Tuesday, June 24. 1:30 p.m. Learn how yoga is
used for fitness and stress reduction. Youth
are encouraged to bring their own mats, but
some can be provided if needed. Middle and
high school students. Registration required.
Dr. Supernova Presents Solar System Series!
Wednesday, June 25. 10:30 a.m. Join Mama
Koku as she delights audiences in weaving
interactive tales of the solar system! Ages 3
and up.
Thursday, June 26. 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
puppets! The Center for Puppetry Arts
of three terrific books for early readers.
Ages 2-4. Must be accompanied by a parent
July Exhibit: Angela Ross – Art Collection
Tuesday, July 1–31. Library hours.
Acupuncture
Monday, July 7. 7:00 p.m. Instructor: Taian Wang.
Tai Chi
Mondays, July 7–August 25. 7:00 p.m.
Instructor: Taian Wang.
A Company of Friends Theatrical Productions
Presents The Princess and the Pea
Tuesday, July 8. 10:30 a.m. The Princess and the
Pea is a laughter-filled romp with outrageous
characters, fun songs, amazing costumes
and lots of audience participation! A fresh
retelling of this timeless story that is fun for
all! Ages 3 and up.
E-Textiles Workshop Part 2: Switch and
Wristbands
Tuesday, July 8. 1:30 p.m. Now that you know
how to sew with conductive thread, learn
how to build in a switch so you can turn your
LED on and off. We’ll be practicing by making
wristbands for your favorite team and school.
Middle and high school students. Registration
required.
Big Thinker’s Science Presents Fizz Boom Pop!
Wednesday, July 9. 10:30 a.m. Discover chemistry
all around you. From exploding film canisters
to electrifying indoor lightning, your scientist
is sure to love this! Our goal: to inspire children
to think big by scientifically engaging with the
world around them. Ages 4–12.
Juggler Extraordinaire Adam Boehmer
Thursday, July 10. 10:30 a.m. Adam has been
captivating audiences with his varied juggling,
gymnastics and unicycling skills for over a
decade, and he is still growing. Ages 3 and up.
Sandy Springs Kids Book Club!
Monday, July 14. 4:30 p.m. Discussions will
include team trivia and snacks. Registration
9–12.
Tie-Dye T-Shirts With Miss Briana!
Tuesday, July 15. 10:30 a.m. Join Miss Briana
outdoors to learn how to tie dye your own
summer t-shirt. You must bring your own
t-shirt to dye. Registration required, call the
children’s department. Ages 5 and up.
Scrapbooking at Your Library!
Thursdays, June 12; July 10; August 14. 1:00 p.m.
Join the club and share your scrapbooking
tips and tricks. Bring your scrapbooks and be
prepared to share your memories while you
create!
Fizz, Boom, Read! Storytime Magic
Thursday, June 12. 10:30 a.m. Enjoy a
presentation from performer D’Avante Parks
who entertains and amazes through the art
of magic. Reservations required.
High Voltage
Wednesday, July 16. 10:00–11:30 a.m. From
instructor and aerospace engineer Kevin
Library Foundation. Middle and high school
Atlanta Film Festival on Tour
Saturday, June 14. Library hours. Atlanta
Film Festival (ATLFF) is providing a free film
industry professional development class. The
class, taught by professionals, focuses on
providing knowledge about the film industry,
the current job landscape in the Film/TV
Industry and how to take advantage of the
recent film production boom in the state.
Participants will receive two free tickets for
ATLFF year-round screenings or two free
tickets to the 2015 Atlanta Film Festival. Call
to register.
Storyteller Sherry Norfolk
Wednesday, July 16. 10:30 a.m. Sherry captures
the imagination of audiences of all ages with
her magical storytelling skills. Her telling style
is distinctly her own, full of rhythm, motion,
multiple voices, and interactive participation,
breathing life into her rich repertoire of
folktales from around the world. Ages 3 and up.
Fizz, Boom, Read! Storytime Drumming
Thursday, June 19. 10:30 a.m. Enjoy an
interactive presentation from Drumming
for Success. Dr. Arvin Scott founded this
percussion program for youth to encourage
character building, achievement and
creativity. Reservations required.
Introduction to Feng Shui
Saturday, July 19. 2:00 p.m. Presented by
Rochel Parker, Classical Feng Shui Specialist.
Saturday Storytime
Saturday, July 19. 3:00 p.m. Ms.Leah will have
a fun storytime and related activities for the
whole family. Registration required, call the
children’s department. Ages 3–7.
Engineering for Kids Marine Engineering:
Scuba Diver!
Wednesday, July 23. 10:30 a.m. In this hands-on
workshop, students will explore some of the
challenges that engineers face when designing
dive suits that keep divers protected, warm
and mobile in the depths of the ocean. Ages
4–12. Registration required, call the children’s
department. Ages 4–12.
Franklin Pond Chamber Music!
Thursday, July 24. 10:30 a.m. Enjoy many wellknown favorites with this unique chamber
music program for talented string students.
All ages.
Women and Money
Saturday, July 26. 4:00 p.m. This information
session is designed to show participants
how to set smart financial goals and achieve
financial security. Presented by Ed Stefan,
MBA, CFP and Clare Stefan. Registration
required, contact 770-799-7016 or email
[email protected].
Reptile Guys Explorer Plus Show!
Tuesday, July 29. 10:30 a.m. Meet 12 reptiles in
this interactive show! Ages 4 and up.
Summer Reading Finale With Magic Debbie!
Wednesday, July 30. 10:30 a.m. Kids will
learn valuable and fun lessons while their
imagination is sparked by a creative mixture
of age-appropriate educationally significant
messages combined with really cool
magic, comedy, music and funny audience
participation!
August Exhibit: Taianing Wang – Art
Collection
Friday, August 1–31. Library hours.
Dealing With a Solar Spill – Harnessing the
Sun and Living Sustainably
Saturday, August 2. 3:00 p.m. Could solar
electric power work for you? What does it
mean to live the sustainable life? Join Sol
Haroon, lead systems engineer at Suniva, for
a look into what solar electric power is today
and how to harness the sun.
Retirement Income Planning
Saturday, August 23. 4:00 p.m. Presented
by Ed Stefan, MBA, CFP and Clare Stefan.
Registration required, contact 770-799-7016
or email [email protected].
South Fulton Branch
4055 Flat Shoals Road, Union City 30291
770.306.3092
Karaoke Fun!
Wednesday, June 4. 5:30 p.m. Celebrate African
American Music Appreciation Month at the
library! Sing and share the music of your
favorite artists.
National Email Week
Monday, June 9. 3:00 p.m. Learn how to set a
free email account! Help will be available to
assist with exploring basic email functions.
Fizz, Boom, Read! Crafts
Wednesdays, June 11, 18; July 9. 1:00 p.m.
Kids will enjoy “digging” into summer crafts.
Mango Madness
Thursday, June 19. 3:00 p.m. Enjoy creating
tasty recipes in observation of Mango Month.
Call to register.
Go Pink for the Day!
Monday, June 23. Library hours. Join us as
we paint the library pink in observation of
National Pink Day.
Audiobook Awareness Month
Monday, June 23. 3:00 p.m. Learn how to find
your favorite titles on tape or CD and other
e-resources by searching the library catalog.
South Fulton Library Afternoon Book Club
Thursdays, June 26; July 31; August 28. 12:00–
2:00 p.m. Join the discussion of the select title
of the month. Light refreshments are served.
Fizz, Boom, Read! Storytime Rap
Thursday, June 26. 10:30 a.m. Enjoy a
presentation from performer Tariq who
educates and entertains through the art of
rap. Reservations required.
Parks and Recreation Month
Tuesday, July 1. 2:30 p.m. Find out about
upcoming programs and activities available
at local Fulton County Parks and Recreation
facilities.
Chocolate Fun!
Wednesday, July 9. 3:30 p.m. Make a tasty
chocolate treat in observation of Chocolate Day.
Family Craft Time
Wednesday, July 16. 3:30 p.m. Create a Macaroni
Masterpiece in observation of Macaroni Day.
A tasty macaroni treat will be served.
Fun in the Sun
Monday, July 21. 3:00 p.m. Learn how to
protect yourself while having fun in the sun
during UV Safety Month.
Just Dance at Your Library
Thursday, July 24. 3:00 p.m. Enjoy dancing to
your favorite artists in the game of Just Dance
in observation of National Dance Day.
Find It at Your Library
Monday, July 28. 3:00 p.m. Learn how to search
for books, DVDs, CDs and more using the
library’s website.
Paperback Book Day
Wednesday, July 30. 3:30 p.m. Join us as we
celebrate the experience of reading a good
old-fashioned book. Bring your favorite book
and share why it is a good read. All ages.
Refreshments will be served.
Cookie Craft
Monday, August 4. 3:30 p.m. Create a
cookie craft and find the perfect chocolate
chip cookie recipe at the library. Light
refreshments will be served.
Family Craft Time
Wednesday, August 20. 3:30 p.m. Prepare a
peach and fruit medley in observation of
Peach Month. Light refreshments will be
served.
Pampering Your Green Thumb: My Plants
Need Help!
Saturday, August 23. 1:00 p.m. Attend this
plant growing clinic to give your plant the
help it needs to grow.
Testing Resources at Your Library
Thursday, August 25. 4:00 p.m. Become familiar
with online testing and tutoring resources
available at the library for Praxis, GED, SAT,
ACT, LSAT, ASVAB and more.
Wii Fun at Your Library
Wednesday, August 27. 3:30 p.m. Enjoy a funfilled evening of playing a variety Nintendo
Wii games.
Southwest Branch
3665 Cascade Road, Atlanta 30331
404.699.6363
Adult Summer Reading – Literary Elements
Book Challenge
June 1–August 1. Library hours. Read 10 adult
books and write 2 reviews. Enter to win a tote
bag. Ages18 and older.
Let Food Be Your Medicine, Let Medicine
Be Your Food
Monday, June 2. 5:00 p.m. Learn how food can
reverse diseases and help you to lose weight.
Raw Chef Jeff will show you how he lost 25
pounds in 25 days and healed himself of
diabetes and hypertension. Food samples will
be given. Adults. Reservations required.
Tuesday, June 3. 10:00 a.m. Fizz Boom Read
into reading during Summer Reading Kickoff.
Face painting, crafts and an interactive
workshop with Edible Science kids. Learn
where soda gets its fizz from and why bubble
gum is chewy and vinegar is tart. Families can
register for the Summer Reading Program
come and join the fun! All ages. Reservations
for groups of 10 or more.
A Career as an Athlete Representative/
Sports Agent
Wednesday, June 4. 2:00 p.m. If you have
always dreamed of becoming an athlete
representative (AR) or sports agent and you
are passionate about sports and business
this may be the career for you. Being
an AR is about much more than “show
me the money!” In this session, athlete
representative Juanita Bryan will give you a
look at what goes on behind the scenes and
insight on the requirements of becoming a
successful AR. Adults. Reservations required.
Bridge Club
Thursdays, June 5, 19, 26; July 10, 17, 24; August
7, 21, 28. 1:00 p.m. Have you ever wanted
to learn the ins and outs of the card game
bridge? Now is the time. Come learn and
meet a new friend.
Buy Your Home With Only $100 Down
Saturday, June 7. 1:30 p.m. Learn how to
navigate the home-buying process. Presented
by Pamela A. Harris, Sheffield Realty Group.
Financial Fitness
Learn the fundamental concepts that have
helped millions build financial security. Join
us to learn about the three different savings
accounts you need, compound interest and
how it helps your money grow — long-term
retirement savings strategies, etc. Presented
by Erica N. Parks, District Leader, Primerica
Financial Services.
Spanish Storytime With Lingual Kids
Tuesday, June 10. 10:00 a.m. Come enjoy
storytime with Spanish songs, a bilingual
story and interactive activity. Limited spaces
of 30. Reservations required.
Microsoft Word 2010 Basics
Thursdays, June 12, July 10, August 14. 9:00 a.m.
Learn the basics to create, edit and print
simple documents as well as additional
skills and tips for using the Word program.
Learn about menu bars, toolbars, cutting
and pasting and help functions. Prerequisite:
computer basics and typing skills.
Teen Money Smart With Tarra Jackson
Thursday, June 12, 1:00 p.m. Teens learn about
the importance of budgeting, saving and
using credit wisely. Ages 12–18. Reservations
Genealogy 101: The Basics
Saturday, June 14. 1:00 p.m. Have you always
been interested in tracing your roots and
discovering your family tree? Take this
opportunity to learn the basics from librarian
Bridget Carter. Adults. Reservations required.
The Artist’s Way: A Path to Higher
Creativity, Step into Greatness Series
Saturday, June 14, July 12, August 9. 1:30 p.m.
You are an artist. We all are. So whether
you are ready to write a book, produce
music, paint, design, live more creatively
or create the life of your dreams this class
is for you. Presentedy by Denise Dyer, life
coach and host of Hold the Vision Radio. Fizz Boom Pop Summer Reading Storytime
Tuesdays, June 17, 24; July 8, 15, 22, 29. 10:00
a.m. A special time for stories, songs, rhymes,
and fingerplays. Ages 0–5. Reservations
Affordable Care Act: What to Expect After
Enrollment
Wednesday, June 18. 3:00 p.m. Alecia Distin,
from the Georgia SEEDCO consortium of
Navigators, will discuss important issues for
after you have enrolled in the Affordable
Care Act. Topics include the Medicaid Gap,
tax penalties and credits, 2015 enrollment,
choosing the best plan, appeals, and special
enrollment periods and exemptions. Adults.
Thursday, June 19. 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
puppets! The Center for Puppetry Arts
of three terrific books for early readers. Ages
2–4. Must be accompanied by a parent
Fizz Boom Read With Fulton County
Department of Water Resource
Tuesday, July 15. 10:00 a.m. Water is a
necessary part of everyday life, were need it
drink, wash, prepare food and grow plants.
Enjoy learning and making a fun craft about
water with Gwen Brinkley from the Fulton
County Department of Water Resources. Ages
7–12. Limited to 20. Reservations required.
Stewart-Lakewood Branch
2893 Lakewood Avenue, SW, Atlanta 30315
404.762.4054
A Blast of Storytime
Tuesdays, June 10, 17, 24. 10:30 a.m. Stories,
songs and crafts. Ages 3–5. Reservations
required.
Super Summer Reading Sign-Up Day
Thursday, June 5. Library hours. Children will
celebrate signing up for the Summer Reading
Program with special activities. All ages.
Fulton County Behavioral Health Presents
Tuesday, June 10. 1:00 p.m. Nutrition and
obesity: healthy eating for a healthier you
workshop! All ages. Reservations required.
Buy Your Home with Only $100 Down
Saturday, July 19. 1:30 p.m. Learn how
to navigate the home buying process.
Summer Spectacular Craft
Thursday, June 12. 10:30 a.m. Children
will create a summer craft. Ages 5–10.
Explore With My Reptile Guys
Thursday, June 12. 1:00 p.m. Explore an
educational and interactive show with Wild
Safari. All ages. Reservations required.
Peter Hart Summer Reading Puppet Show
Tuesday, June 24. 2:00 p.m. Puppet
show brings reading fun to all. All ages.
Saturday Blast
Saturdays, June 14, 28. 2:00–4:00 p.m. Game
and puzzles day. Explore table games fun. All
ages. Reservation required.
Fizz, Boom With Summer Stories
Monday, June 30. 10:30 a.m. Summer
storytime for ages 4–7.
Urban Line Dance Fitness
Saturdays, June 21, July 12. 4:00 p.m. and
July 26, 3:00 p.m. High-energy, high-impact
workouts using the latest urban line dances.
Mr. CardioTone has designed a routine to
burn fat all the while jamming to old and
new school music. Guaranteed to make you
sweat! Adults. Reservations required.
Super Power: The Superhero Project –
Create Your Own Superhero Art Workshop
Saturday, July 26. 3:00 p.m. The Southwest
Library, in collaboration with the Big City
Entertainment and the Auburn Avenue
Research Library, will host Super Power: The
Superhero Project. This hands-on workshop
facilitated by award-winning graphic novel
artist/illustrator, Dawud Anyabwile, will
provide participants the opportunity to
engage in culturally relevant artistic play
as they experiment, imagine, explore and
create, their own Superhero. They will also
conceptualize the world in which the hero
lives. Made possible by a grant from the US
Play Coalition and the Clemson University
Foundation. Limited to 20 and registration is
required. Ages 8–18.
Reading is Elemental
Tuesday, June 17. 1:00 p.m. Beginning of
juvenile book club. Get students engaged in
reading through the summer. Reservation
required.
Author Talk: Juanita McCarter Bryan,
Vanessa-Fei: The Girl Who Could Touch the Sky
Tuesday, June 23. 12:30 p.m. Juanita McCarter
Bryan will talk about her book, Vanessa-Fei:
The Girl Who Could Touch the Sky. A story
about a 12-year-old girl named Vanessa
who discovers that she has an extraordinary
ability. Come and enjoy hearing a story about
courage, determination and making dreams
come true. Ages 8–13. Reservations for groups
of 10 or more.
Booker T. Washington: A Lesson in
Character Building
Monday, July 28. 2:00 p.m. Robin Washington
Banks, the great-granddaughter of Booker T.
Washington, will talk about building strong
character and studying the message of
Booker T. Washington, while also discussed
the topic of cyber bullying with her book
Lil’ Jasmine’s Sticks & Stones. Ages 9–13.
Reservations required for groups of 10 or
more.
DNA is for Families With Bio Bus
Monday, June 23. 2:00 p.m. The Bio-Bus
Program of Georgia State University will
present a fun activities that make DNA fun.
This exciting program will provide children
and their parent’s appropriate fundamental
concepts of genetics. Ages 5–12. Limited to
30. Reservations required.
Successfully Navigating the Full Cycle of
Retirement Planning
Saturday, August 2. 1:30 p.m. Learn how
to save appropriately for your retirement
needs, develop a diversified investment
strategy and manage the transitions that
can cause costly retirement planning
mistakes. Presented by Kevin Turner, Money
Concepts International. For reservations
call 404.699.6363, 770.804.0428 or email
[email protected].
Microsoft Excel 2010 Basics
Thursdays, June 19, July 17, August 17. 9:00 a.m.
Learn how to use basic workbook (spreadsheet) skills, work in ranges, create simple
formulas, and how to copy and move data.
Prodigies of Music-Concert and Master Class
Saturday, June 21. 1:00 p.m. In recognition
of Black Music Month, COMAS Music Group
will present an afternoon of Jazz. Hosted by
Rosemary Robertson. Reservations required.
Southwest Book Club
Enjoy great books and lively discussion with
the SWR Book Club. Visit or call the branch for
the book of month.
Storytime With Atlanta Fire Department
Tuesday, July 1. 10:00 a.m. Come meet fire
fighters from station #23 and tour the Fire
Safety House. Children will learn about fire
safety and prevention in the controlled
environment of a RV trailer designed like
a small home. With simulated smoke
conditions children are taught to get low
and get out safely. Ages 4–up. Reservations
Writing the New You
Monday, July 14. 6:00 p.m. Author/poet/spoken
word artist, Brenda M. Tillman, presents a
creative writing course for all levels of writers
focusing on career transitioning or additional
income seekers. Emphasis on creative written
expression. Participants will write group
and individual poems, play with words and
rhyme, and write short creative snippets.
This workshop will emphasize the cleansing
and healing properties of words. Adults only.
Celebrate America Summer Craft
Thursday, July 3. 10:30 a.m. Children will
celebrate America with a special craft. Ages
“Is it Science or Is it Magic?” Reading Magic
Show
Tuesday, July 8. 2:00 p.m. Magician educator
Bill Packard presents Summer Reading fun.
All ages. Reservations required for groups.
High Voltage Teen Science Workshop
Tuesday, July 15. 10:00 a.m. Kevin Howard,
educator and scientist, presents exciting
program for all teens. Sponsored by the
Library Foundation. Ages 12–18. Reservations
Balloon Stories, Science and Magic
Monday, July 21. 2:00 p.m. Dewayne Reynolds
presents creative stories of fun science. All
ages. Reservations required for groups.
Power Up With Stories
Thursday, July 31. 10:30 a.m. Summer
storytime. Ages 4–7. Reservations required
for groups.
Stories of My World and Friends
Tuesdays, August 19–26. 10:00 a.m. Special
stories of our lives, friends and family. Ages
Author Talk and Book Signing: During a Dry
Season
Saturday, August 16. 2:00 p.m. Author Portia
Tewogbade will discuss her debut novel,
During a Dry Season. Tewogbade weaves the
vivid and sounds of urban Nigeria into a
complicated story of a poor Brooklyn girl’s life
in her wealthy husband’s country.
Thomasville Heights Branch
Cupcake Decorating 101
Saturday, August 23. 1:00 p.m. Get ready
for a fun afternoon of cupcake decorating.
Three Girl’s Goodies will provide a limited
amount of cupcakes and icing. Participants
are encouraged to BYOC (Bring Your Own
Cupcakes) and butter cream or baker’s icing.
Work in groups and learn how to crown
your own cupcakes with beautiful designs
from various icings and fondant. Instructors
provide a limited amount of piping bags,
decorating tips and adornments. Adults.
Computer Class
Thursdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26. 12:00 p.m.
Explore the world of basic computer classes.
1700 Thomasville Drive, SE, Atlanta 30315
404.624.0620
Library Card Drive Center of Hope
Tuesday, June 3. 1:00 p.m. Library card drive
for. Reservations required. All ages.
Zap! Boom! Reading Kickoff
Thursday, June 5. 1:00 p.m. Come register.
Games, storytelling, face painting and prizes.
Parents encouraged to participate with
children. All ages.
Invent Your World
Monday, June 9. 1:00 p.m. Youth/teens pair up!
Sharing and combining childhood memories
to create a book about them. The winning
pair will receive a prize for two! All ages.
Electrify Your Mind
Thursday, June 19. 1:00 p.m. You will be
divided into groups of three. Each team reads
the same; remembering details of the book
and then battle against each other to answer
the questions the librarian provides. Ages
Kaiser Permanente Presents: What’s In
That Lunch Anyway
Thursday, June 26. 1:00 p.m. Live theater
production that teaches children the
importance of eating healthy. Ages 5–10.
Computer Class
Thursdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. 12:00 p.m.
Explore the world of basic computer classes.
In the Lab Storytime
Tuesdays, July 8, 15, 22, 28. 10:30 a.m. Children
will enjoy stories, songs and crafts. Ages 3–5.
Explore and Discover
Monday, July 7. 1:00 p.m. Craft to research
an element to build the periodic table of
elements. All ages. Reservations required.
Good Bugs, Bad Bugs
Thursday, July 10. 1:00 p.m. Fulton County
Cooperative Extension presents this fun
and informative program on which insects
are “good” and which are “bad.” Ages 5–12.
Explore and Discover
Tuesday, July 15. 1:00 p.m. Color my world
with finger-painting and a coloring contest.
Terrific and Scientific Craft
Thursday, July 17. 2:00 p.m. Bring your own
t-shirt for tie-dying at its best. Ages 5–17.
Spark Your Imagination
Monday, July 21. 1:00 p.m. Let’s start a
cookbook. Gathering of recipes. Adults.
Power Up With Straws
Thursday, July 24. 1:00 p.m. Build a tower using
straws and a tennis ball. The tower must
stand for three minutes in order to declare a
winner.
Kaiser Permanente Presents: What’s In
That Lunch Anyway
Thursday, July 24. 1:00 p.m. Live theater
production that teaches children importance
of eating healthy. Ages 5–10. Reservations
required.
Washington Park Branch
1116 M. L. King Jr. Drive, SW, Atlanta 30314
404.752.8760
How Smart R U Contest
Tuesday, June 10. 1:00 p.m. Stop by the
branch and pick up a fact sheet to test your
knowledge. Adults. Reservations required.
Fizz Boom Read Summer Reading Kickoff
Wednesday, June 11. 10:00 a.m. Enjoy a magic
show, face painting, crafts and moonwalk.
It’s Alive at the Library
Wednesday, June 18. 10:00 a.m. Stories, rhymes
and crafts. Ages 3–6. Reservations required.
Gross Out Science 4 Teens
Thursday, June 19. 1:00 p.m. Crafts. Teens.
Literary Elements Read–A-Thon
Tuesday, June 24. 5:00 p.m. Enjoy a snack and
your favorite book. Adults. Reservations
required.
Gone Wild
Wednesday, June 25. 10:00 a.m. Animal stories
“Astronaut” Deshawn Thomas helps storyteller Mama Koku during a Children’s Aviation Story Hour at the Bowen/
Bankhead Library.
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Spark a Change
Thursday, June 26. 1:00 p.m. Create booklists,
newsletters, sorting materials and much
more. Teens. Reservations required.
Create a Spark
Wednesday, July 2. 10:00 a.m. Stories, songs
Shape Your Art
Wednesday, July 2. 1:00 p.m. Crafts for kids.
Electrify Your Mind
Wednesday, July 9. 10:00 a.m. Stories and
crafts. Ages 3–6. Reservations required.
Crafty Food
Wednesday, July 9. 1:00 p.m. Science food art.
Get Your Game On
Thursday, July 10. 1:00 p.m. Fantasy/science
fiction board games with snacks. Teens.
High Voltage
Monday, July 14. 10:00–11:30 a.m. From
Howard. Get a firsthand look at the electron
school and high school students. Teens.
Sci-Fi Book and Film
Tuesday, July 15. 4:30 p.m. Read a science
fiction book and watch the movie. Adults.
Motion of the Ocean
Wednesday, July 16. 10:00 a.m. Stories, music
Fizz Pop
Wednesday, July 16. 1:00 p.m. Science
experience that fizzles and pops. Ages 7–12.
Biobus
Thursday, July 17. 10:00 a.m. State of matter.
Colorific
Wednesday, July 23. 10:00 a.m. Stories, songs
Lego Mania
Wednesday, July 23. 1:00 p.m. Build a robot out
of Legos. Ages 7–12. Reservations required.
How to Survive a Zombie Attack
Thursday, July 24. 1:00 p.m. Discover the
zombie within. Teens. Reservations required.
Get Healthy
Tuesday, July 29. 5:00 p.m. Learn techniques
to being and staying healthy. Adults.
Summer Reading Finale
Wednesday, July 30. 1:00 p.m. Storytelling,
music, prizes and moonwalk. All ages.
West End Branch
525 Peeples Street SW, Atlanta 30310
404.752.8740
Library. Reservations required. Hammonds
House Museum, 503 Peeples St. SW, Atlanta,
GA 30310.
Summer Reading Kickoff Party
Tuesday, June 3. 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Enjoy fun
interactive games with the Braves Around
Town B.A.T. Team; spin the wheel, get prizes
and visit the Cow with Chick-fil-A; create
urban forest art with Trees Atlanta and the
Hammonds House Museum; participate in
an environmental art activity with the Fulton
County Department of Water Resources;
view an insect exhibit with the West Atlanta
Watershed Alliance; hear stories with Jeremie
Meadows; learn about the Affordable Care
Act with the Family Health Centers of Georgia
Inc.; sign up for the Summer Reading Program
and more. This event is held in the library’s
backyard, parking lot and meeting room. Rain
moves it inside. Reservations required.
SUPER POWER: The Superhero Project,
Create Your Own Superhero Art Workshop
Saturday, June 28. 3:00 p.m. The West End
Library, in collaboration with the Big City
Entertainment and the Auburn Avenue
Research Library, will host this hands-on
workshop facilitated by award-winning
graphic novel artist/illustrator, Dawud
Anyabwile. Participants will engage in culturally
relevant artistic play as they experiment,
imagine, explore and create their own
Superhero. They will also conceptualize the
world in which the hero lives. Made possible
by a grant from the US Play Coalition and the
Clemson University Foundation. Event at the
West End Library is limited to 20 participants,
registration is required.
What’s in That Lunch, Anyways? With
Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre
Tuesday, June 10. 10:00 a.m. How much sugar
is really in that granola bar? Just because a
drink is orange, does that mean it is orange
juice? Is it Fruit or False? And how many roads
must a man walk down before he reaches
10,000 steps? Find out these answers and get
the recipe to be a healthier you. Reservations
required.
Colgate “Bright Smiles, Bright Future”
Dental Van
Tuesday, July 8. 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. The
Colgate Dental Van will come to our parking
lot and provide oral health education through
a presentation and a cartoon. Children will
receive free toothbrushes. If parents are
present, children may receive a free visual
screening. Limit 15 children per 30-minute
time slot. Reservations required.
Puppet Show With the Atlanta Fire
Department
Wednesday, June 11. 11:00 a.m. The Atlanta
Fire Department will put on a puppet show
about fire safety and prevention – and a
fire engine will come to the parking lot!
Teen High Voltage Electricity Program
Monday, July 14. 1:30–3:00 p.m. From
and high school students. Reservations
required.
Georgia State Bio-Bus Mobile Laboratory
Tuesday, June 17. 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. The
Bio-Bus is coming to our parking lot! The
Bio-Bus is a 30-foot long, mobile laboratory.
Exhibits include a “Show and Tell” of animals
moving from the simplest to the most complex:
coral and sponges to insects and mammals.
Demonstrations include liquid nitrogen and
slime. Groups can schedule a 30-minute
slot. Limit 15 people per time slot. Camp
groups must be accompanied by a counselor.
Georgia Mineral Society
Wednesday, June 18. 11:00 a.m. Enjoy a
presentation on rocks native to Georgia,
fossils, crystals and rock collecting.
Computer Repair Workshop
Saturdays, June 21, July 19. 1:00 p.m. Free
computer repair workshop sponsored by
Rachel Peterson of Liberated Tech.
West End Readers Book Discussion Group
June Book of the Month is Sister Betty Says I Do
by Pat G’Orge-Walker. July Book of the Month
is The Wedding Gift by Marlen Suyapa Bodden.
August: call branch for the Book of the Month.
New members are always welcome! Adults.
Kids Eye View at the Hammonds House
Museum
Tuesday and Wednesday, June 24 and 25. 10:00
a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Come to the Hammonds
House Museum! Tour this historic art
gallery, enjoy a storytime and do a hands-on
project. Sponsored by the Hammonds House
Museum and the Auburn Avenue Research
The Astronomy Club meeting at the Ocee Library.
Babatunde the Freestyle Storyteller
Tuesday, July 15. 10:00 a.m. Using only a drum
and his imagination, African “Freestyle” Griot
Babatunde creates amazing stories on the
spot about a young boy named Kweku. He
also uses animals in his stories based on
indigenous American tradition and African
tales. These highlight the importance of having
strong values and morals. Reservations
required.
Sweet Science and Storytelling Magic With
Akbar Imhotep
Tuesday, July 22. 10:00 a.m. Join award-winning
storyteller/puppeteer Akbar Imhotep for a
high-energy potpourri of booming tall tales,
science magic and fizzling puppetry with stories
like John Henry, The Doctor and the Pupil,
The Talking Eggs, Little Ant Seeks Justice and a
themed-based original story. Sponsored
by West End Neighborhood Development
(W.E.N.D.). Reservations required.
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Libraries
CENTRAL
1 Margaret Mitchell Square
Atlanta · 404.730.1700
COLLEGE PARK
3647 Main Street
College Park · 404.762.4060
MECHANICSVILLE
400 Formwalt Street
Atlanta · 404.730.4779
SOUTH FULTON
4055 Flat Shoals Road
Union City · 770.306.3092
ADAMS PARK
2231 Campbellton Road
Atlanta · 404.752.8763
DOGWOOD
Atlanta · 404.792.4961
NORTHEAST/SPRUILL OAKS
9560 Spruill Road
Johns Creek · 770.360.8820
SOUTHWEST
3665 Cascade Road
Atlanta · 404.699.6363
ADAMSVILLE/COLLIER HEIGHTS
3424 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Atlanta · 404.699.4206
EAST ATLANTA
400 Flat Shoals Avenue
Atlanta · 404.730.5438
NORTHSIDE
3295 Northside Parkway
Atlanta · 404.814.3508
STEWART–LAKEWOOD
2893 Lakewood Avenue
Atlanta · 404.762.4054
ALPHARETTA
Louie E. & Gertrude C. Jones
238 Canton Street
Alpharetta · 770.740.2425
EAST POINT
2757 Main Street
East Point · 404.762.4842
OCEE
Dr. Robert E. Fulton
5090 Abbotts Bridge Road
Johns Creek · 770.360.8897
THOMASVILLE HEIGHTS
1700 Thomasville Drive
Atlanta · 404.624.0620
FAIRBURN
Hobgood-Palmer
60 Valley View Drive
Fairburn · 770.306.3138
PEACHTREE
1315 Peachtree Street
Atlanta · 404.885.7830
WASHINGTON PARK
Annie L. McPheeters
1116 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Atlanta · 404.752.8760
GEORGIA HILL
250 Georgia Avenue
Atlanta · 404.730.5427
PERRY HOMES
2011 Bolton Road
Atlanta · 404.792.4994
WEST END
525 Peeples Street
Atlanta · 404.752.8740
BUCKHEAD
Ida Williams
269 Buckhead Avenue
Atlanta · 404.814.3500
HAPEVILLE
525 King Arnold Street
Hapeville · 404.762.4065
PONCE DE LEON
980 Ponce de Leon Avenue
Atlanta · 404.885.7820
CARVER HOMES
215 Lakewood Way, Suite 104
Atlanta · 404.635.4012
KIRKWOOD
11 Kirkwood Road
Atlanta · 404.377.6471
ROSWELL
115 Norcross Street
Roswell · 770.640.3075
CLEVELAND AVENUE
Roy Lyndell Yancy, Sr.
47 Cleveland Avenue
Atlanta · 404.762.4116
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
409 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue
Atlanta · 404.730.1185
SANDY SPRINGS
395 Mt. Vernon Highway
Sandy Springs · 404.303.6130
AUBURN AVENUE RESEARCH LIBRARY
101 Auburn Avenue
Atlanta · 404.730.4001
BOWEN/BANKHEAD
Atlanta · 404.792.2646

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