Full Count tells the story about an unfortunate chain of events that force a baseball phenom to give up his dreams of playing college baseball and return home to the farm and town he fought so hard to escape.
Join Yoga Selah for an evening supporting Habitat For Humanity – North Central Georgia and the Women Build 2020 project. Women from around Metro Atlanta and North Central Georgia have come together to raise $90,000 and build an entire house from the ground up in Forsyth County for a family beginning in February 2020. This […]
South Forsyth DECA is hosting a Magical Morning to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Come enjoy a pancake breakfast, meet your favorite characters, and participate in lots of fun activities! EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Kids are $10 at the door. Parents and children under 2 are free with a paid sibling. A Magical […]
What's your superpower? Come dressed in your favorite superhero-wear or costume as we explore our superpowers through music. This Playdate will be full of movement activities that use balance, coordination, and strength. Each child will receive their own Kindermusik "cape" (scarf), and each family will receive a 10-song music download card to continue the superhero […]
NAAM USA is excited to team up with BARNES & NOBLE to host a BOOKFAIR event both in-store and online! The in-store event will be held at Barnes & Noble The Collection @ Forsyth, Cumming GA store on Nov 2, 2019 (Sat) from 9:00AM to 8:00PM. We'll have children's instrumental recital and singing between 3pm […]
Ever wonder how Rough and Ready got its name? Or what Stonesthrow is a stone’s throw from? And surely the story behind Climax can’t be…that thrilling, can it? The curious Georgian can’t help pondering the seemingly endless supply of head-scratching place names that dot this state. Luckily, the intrepid Cathy Kaemmerlen, author of Georgia Place-Names […]
Family 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: […]
Forsyth County is home to many published authors. Forsyth County Public Library is fortunate to have a wealth of authors willing to share their stories. On November 7th, the Community Author Spotlight shines on Justin Joseph. Mr. Joseph will be talking about his experience as a writer and will read from his new book They […]
Age Well Forsyth, a non-profit organization serving Senior citizens in Forsyth County is proud to present a variety show “Remember Broadway at Christmas". A trip down memory lane featuring some of the most famous Broadway shows with a bit of Christmas added to kick off the Holiday Season. Bring your family and laugh, sing along, […]
Come celebrate the GRAND OPENING of the Silver City Market on Saturday, November 9th, 2019! Join us anytime from 11am-5pm to enjoy the games, music, and plenty of great finds in the store on its FIRST DAY of being OPEN to the public! Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to meet the staff, experience the atmosphere, […]
Welcome to Santa's Winter Wonderland! This experience with Santa is unlike any other. Your children will walk into a winter wonderland, complete with white “snow,” ”snowballs," and twinkling lights. I will get a few portraits of them in the winter wonderland first. Then, we will invite Santa to join them by ringing a bell. I […]
This presentation focuses on 8 simple strategies to increase your metabolism, energy, and pleasure without restrictive diets or punishing exercise. Most of us have been told that if we want to lose weight, we need to eat less and exercise more. The problem with this approach is that it doesn’t work for everyone. However, when […]
This race benefits Kari Clark. She is a Forsyth County native that has been fighting breast cancer for 6 years. Kari’s husband, Matt, has been a Forsyth County firefighter for 18 years. They have three girls ages 11, 8 and 6. Along with the trials of fighting breast cancer, Matt’s truck was recently stolen from […]
Join us at the Sharon Forks Library for Book Chat, a casual conversation group for adults. November's Conversation Starter: Monday, November 11 10:30 a.m. Carnegie's Maid by Marie Benedict Clara Kelley is not who they think she is. She's not the experienced Irish maid who was hired to work in one of Pittsburgh's grandest households. […]
Adults with special needs are invited to listen to stories and create simple crafts designed to accommodate a range of abilities. This month we will hear stories about birds and construct our own unique feeders for our feathered friends, using peanut butter, cereal, and bird seed. This program is designed specifically for adults. Families and […]
What is Alzheimer's Disease? Katja Bryant, a neuroscience nurse at Northside Hospital with over 25 years of experience, will share what we know about the causes of Alzheimer's disease and if and how it can be prevented. Learn what you can do as an adult to change and improve your lifestyle to prevent Alzheimer's and […]
Enjoy an evening of literary discussion and meet new friends! Appetizing Reads is Sharon Forks Library's new evening book club for adults that will meet at Zoës Kitchen at The Collection of Forsyth. Shared appetizers will be provided courtesy of Forsyth County Public Library Friends & Advocates. You are not required to purchase additional food […]
Join us for the inaugural Ladies Night Out event at Halcyon on Thursday, November 14th from 6 – 9 pm. We have planned a night of fun just for the ladies! Meet us in the Village Green for check-in and to receive your game board full of activities and special offers and discounts exclusively for […]
Do you love books and adventure? Then crack open a Magic Tree House book with us each month and come to the library for a different kind of adventure! At each meeting we will chat about the book we've read that month, then do an activity or two. Activities may include a craft, game, break-out […]
Come and enjoy a fabulous play put on by the Studio West Drama Students! Show Summary: For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs... who just happened to be there too. A tale for […]
Silent Auction bidding on Table Top Trees (2-4 ft tall) suitable for home decoration or gift giving. Final bids will be accepted on December 8th and trees must be picked up that day. Funds support the Cumming Arts Center’s Children’s Art Program and Community outreach projects Cumming Home Ministries, Jessie’s House and Children’s Healthcare of […]
Santa’s Christmas Cookie Shoppe is my favorite holiday experience of the season for kids and for families! Parents have just as much (if not more) fun watching as the kids do decorating cookies with Santa! He will read them a story while they enjoy their cookie creations. And, of course, they can share their lists […]
Local authors are setting up shop in the Backroom just in time for the holidays! They'll be signing and selling their books, stop by and see what they offer. Children's books; urban fantasy; organization; organized crime; memoir; parenting; women's fiction; and more!
Perfect for old and young alike! Enjoy a rockin' good time while learning a little too. This is a great family show. Show Summary: Based on the ever-popular, award-winning 1970s cartoons, this fast-paced musical teaches lessons with clever, catchy tunes. This is an energetic musical, which follows Tom, a young schoolteacher, who is nervous about […]
Come and get crafty in our adult craft program. This month we will be making Hand-Stamped Greeting Cards. Bring a friend and enjoy two relaxing hours of creativity in this crafting program. Advance registration is not required, but space and supplies are limited. This program is intended for adults only.
We offer a six week course in Math, ELA and Science to prepare your student for these daunting tests. 8th grade: Math and ELA 7th grade: Science February 22nd - March 28th Math: 10-11:30 Reading: 12-3:30 Science: 2-3:30 During the first 4 sessions we will teach the major units of each subject. Session 5 will […]
3 Oaks Farm Hosts A Christmas Celebration Holiday fun for the whole family! Pictures with Santa, Hayrides on the beautiful property, S'mores by the fire, Letters to Santa, and more! Event held in climate controlled barn so rain cannot hinder any family fun. A free event with a freewill offering going to benefit Mission Overwatch. […]
Come dressed to kill as we attempt to solve the mystery of the Murder at the Abby Manor Masquerade Ball. Wear glitzy and glamorous attire, and we'll create our own unique masquerade masks before embarking on an interactive murder mystery together! This after hours program is for 6th through 12th graders. No registration required.
Join us for a fun filled family event! We'll be playing Bingo, with a literary twist! Bingo cards featuring favorite characters from picture books are fun for the whole family. Prizes will be awarded to the lucky winners.
Calling all mystery lovers! We meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month (there is a different date for the month of December only) to discuss a great mystery or psychological suspense thriller. Our book selections take us to settings all over the world and come with twists and turns that keep us guessing until […]
Compassus Hospice and Palliative Care is looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to support hospice residents and families. Volunteers provide critical support services and companionship. Make a difference, volunteer today! Volunteers must be available to volunteer at least twice a month. Volunteers must be 18 or older. Flexible schedule Comprehensive training provided
New Revision: By Joey and Laura Tirico Located at 104 Wolf Creek Court Cumming, GA 30028 Inspired by the hit movie Christmas Vacation, “Operation Griswold” and now Forsyths County "Gingerbread House" was born five years ago! A work in progress, my wife and I have enjoyed decorating our home for the Christmas holidays since moving […]
Join 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 […]