Library Events
Llama Llama Storytime with 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Post Road Library 5010 Post Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesThis special 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten storytime includes some of our favorite books by Anna Dewdney. Read along, sing songs, and make a simple craft as we learn about the importance of early literacy and practice five easy activities that you can use at home to help your child become reading-ready. We’ll give special recognition […]
Special Needs Library Hour & Sensory Storytime
Hampton Park Library 5345 Settingdown Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesJoin us every first Sunday for a special hour of library time designed to accommodate our patrons with special needs. We will open our doors an hour early so that you will have a warm and welcoming environment designed just for you! Browse the library, check out your favorite books, movies, and CDs, and participate […]
Paws to Read – For grades kindergarten and up
Cumming Library 585 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, GA, United StatesPaws to Read gives patrons of all ages the opportunity to read and relax with a certified therapy dog while improving literacy skills. Participants sign up at the door for 15-minute sessions. Advance registration is not required. For grades kindergarten and up.
Knitting & Crocheting for Charity
Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesJoin us twice a month to knit or crochet a different project that we will donate to local Forsyth County charities. Please bring your own knitting or crochet needles. Yarn is provided. Please call the Sharon Forks Library at 770-781-9840 ext. 6 for details regarding needle sizes needed for each month.
Family Fun Night: Instrument Petting Zoo
Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesFamily FUN Night! Why should kids have all the fun? Parents grab the kids and join us monthly for STEAM challenges, games, activities, puzzles and more at the Sharon Forks Library! These programs are ideal for encouraging educational, fun and quality family time! This program is designed for families with elementary aged children. Please note: […]
Community Author Spotlight: Daniel Blackman
Post Road Library 5010 Post Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesForsyth County is home to many published authors. Forsyth County Public Library is fortunate to have a wealth of authors willing to share their stories. This month, the Community Author Spotlight shines on Daniel Blackman. Mr. Blackman is a human rights advocate, a venture-philanthropist, a member of Leadership Forsyth, and a resident of Forsyth County. […]
Ready, Set, Preschool!
Hampton Park Library 5345 Settingdown Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesJoin us for a morning of learning through play! Help your child get school ready with fun activities to promote early learning and development. Each month we will offer a variety of early literacy, STEAM, music and hands-on early learning station activities. These programs focus on school readiness as well as social and cognitive development. […]
Preschool PlayLab
Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesEducate and entertain your preschooler at the library! Join us each Friday for thematic stories, songs, hands-on preschool play, and STEAM based learning designed to promote early literacy, school readiness, and social and cognitive development. This program is for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is not required; space is limited.
Toastmasters Youth Leadership Workshop for Teens
Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesWhether teens are applying for jobs or interviewing for college scholarships, being able to speak in public is a necessary - but often scary! - skill to master. Being a confident public speaker can set you apart. The internationally renowned Toastmasters organization is offering a six-week workshop this fall for a select group of middle […]
Thinking About Raising Backyard Chickens?
Cumming Library 585 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, GA, United StatesBackyard chicken keeping can be a very valuable and enjoyable experience. However, it is best to consider all of the basics before making the big decision. Please join Sherry Crelin of Chamblee Acres for an informative presentation covering what you need to know to help make the decision and get started off on the right […]