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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Hungrytown is the performing and songwriting folk duo of Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson. They have been touring internationally for more than fifteen years and their original, award-winning songs have been featured on many television shows and documentaries, including the Independent Film Channel's hit comedy series, Portlandia.
Ever wonder how Native Americans lived before Europeans arrived? Author Mark Warren will discuss how intimacy with and reverence for nature dictated the daily life of the Cherokee. Learn about Cherokee crafts, weapons, hunting techniques, philosophies, religion, clothing, tools, medicines, and games. This program will also cover the fate of the Cherokee Nation after the […]
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: […]
Come out for the 3rd annual Christmas Radio Show. Forsyth Central Stage will be performing 'The Christmas Carol: A Radio Play'. December 5-7 @ 7:00pm December 8 @ 3:00pm Purchase tickets at: Fchsga.booktix.com $10 adults $7 students $5 seniors Sponsored by: Georgia Community Network georgiacommunitynetwork.com
Join 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. […]
Discover the mystical and divine world of the Vedic sciences with Ayurveda courses in India. This alternate form of medicine was originated about 5,000 years ago by the sages of India in order to promote a healthy and disease-free lifestyle. The traditional science of Ayurveda provides simple yet sophisticated healing solutions and treatments to deal […]
All is merry and bright! We'll delight in making it "snow" with snowflakes and scarves. Then to add to the holiday fun, we'll pretend we're going on a sleigh ride and play age-appropriate bells to a jingle bell symphony. Experience the magic of the season with music and movement! (Note: An age-appropriate instrument may be […]
Kick off Christmas in Forsyth County with your family at the MLC Christmas Family Experience. The whole community is invited! Join us for a fun, family-friendly service followed by an After Party. Doors open at 9:30am and the family-focused service starts at 10am followed by the After Party from 11am-1pm. At the After Party, you […]
Learn the craft of writing middle grade and/or young adult books in today's market from working authors. These authors will cover concepts and techniques that distinguish chapter books from young adult books for their target audiences, such as voice, vocabulary level, maturity content, authenticity, and word count. This program is being held in partnership with […]
Come out and have Lunch with Santa Claus Sunday December 8, 2019 directly after the 11:00 AM Service! Join us for a fun and wonderful time with Family and Friends and Santa Claus! There will be a pizza lunch, ornament making and of course a Special Time with Santa. Santa will be reading a story, […]
This event is on December 8th from 12-4 at Midway Park community building. First 25 families will receive a free gift! Come check out 25 vendors all loaded with take home gifts and presents for the holidays! Come support your local community! Free snack bar and zumbini classes for the little ones!
Learn how to use fabric to wrap gifts and create paper envelopes and paper gift boxes. Please note that this program is a how-to tutorial and no gifts will be wrapped.
Join us at the Sharon Forks Library for Book Chat, a casual conversation group for adults. December's Conversation Starter: Monday, December 9 10:30 a.m. Less by Andrew Sean Greer Receiving an invitation to his ex-boyfriend's wedding, Arthur, a failed novelist on the eve of his fiftieth birthday, embarks on an international journey that finds him […]
This is the 2nd Annual Nativities of the World Exhibit of this wonderful collection. Location is the Cumming Art Center in downtown Cumming. Open daily 11am-5pm and Sundays 2-5pm. Closed ChristmasDay, New Years Eve and New Years Day.
Mouse loves cookies and he loves meeting new friends! Come meet Cookie Mouse from Laura Numeroff's popular books for young children at Leap into Literacy! Families with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers are invited to enjoy a simple meal, stories, songs, and early literacy activities in the Cafeteria at Cumming Elementary School during this event. Participating […]
In today's world, creating shareable video content is easier than ever, even if you shoot and edit on your smartphone! However, the most engaging, inspiring, and thought-provoking videos all share one thing in common: they tell an amazing story. In this highly interactive seminar, you will learn the tried-and-true strategies that video marketing professionals use […]
Homeschoolers, head to the library each month for a book club to buzz about followed by an awesome interactive learning experience! From 1:15 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. each month it's Book Buzz time! Read a book of your choice based on the monthly theme and come prepared to tell us about it. Prepare a paper bag […]
Mrs. Santa will share stories about Santa and the North Pole and Santa's trip around the world. Join us for stories, music, crafts and holiday cheer. Photos with The Gingerbread Man! All ages welcome. No registration required. Programs at 4:00 or 6:30 p.m.
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 […]
Enjoy a holiday-themed night out with your girlfriends! Browse Halcyon's stores and complete your Halcyon Holiday Wish List to be entered to win a $250 shopping spree at Apricot Lane boutique, among other prizes provided by Halcyon merchants. Tickets cost $10 and all proceeds will benefit Jesse's House, formerly known as the Forsyth County Youth […]
Come check out a wide range of handmade gifts and goodies during the Christmas in Cumming Arts & Crafts Festival at the Cumming Fairgrounds inside the Livestock Barn.
Meal Prep 101 for new guests! Try the Dream Dinners experience & make 3 medium dinners for $34.95. Enjoy samples, tour the kitchen, have fun! Bring a friend for a fun Saturday morning activity. Great parent/child activity as well. Tried lots of different dinner solutions? It's time to see how Dream Dinners is different--we are […]
Holiday volunteering event organized by NAAM USA (a 501(c)3 non-profit organization) to sort and pack holiday gift bags for homebound seniors. Volunteer signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050F48A8AB22A2FB6-naam2
Come check out a wide range of handmade gifts and goodies during the Christmas in Cumming Arts & Crafts Festival at the Cumming Fairgrounds inside the Livestock Barn.
Join us for songs, stories and lots of fun all about this holiday treat! Make your very own gingerbread house to take home, guaranteed not to spoil! Special guest appearance by Ginger the gingerbread man. This program is for all ages. No registration required.
Come and get crafty in our adult craft program. This month we will be making candles, jewelry, and art out of recycled Crayons! 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.
Discover something new at this open-door program especially for elementary students! Join us for a few minutes or an hour and enjoy self-guided stations full of fun and hands-on discovery! We will explore a new topic each month through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics, History and Literature. This program is all about having fun with […]
'Tis the season to wear ugly Christmas sweaters, but don't sweat it! Instead, we'll be making Ugly Christmas t-shirts! Please provide your own t-shirt to decorate, and we’ll provide all the ugly trimmings. This program is for 6th through 12th graders.
Come get swept away in the joy of the holidays with Sawnee Ballet Theatre’s heartwarming rendition of the beloved story ballet, The Nutcracker. With four performances, this holiday classic promises to delight audiences of all ages. We invite you to the holiday party hosted by the Silverhaus family where an enchanting magician orchestrates surprises around […]
Join us on Sunday, December 22 (10:45AM) for Calvary Chapel Alpharetta’s 2019 Christmas service, SEEING THE SAVIOR. Worship Him though song and storytelling, as Nick and Lucy Della Valle from Breath of Christ Ministries, and CCA cast share the Christmas story through the eyes of the Innkeeper and others who waited for the Savior’s arrival […]
Join us for a special storytime all about bears with stories to make you giggle and songs to make you wiggle! Then, celebrate winter break with a craft and a special visit from Bruce the Bear from the popular picture book series by Ryan Higgins! This program is for all ages. No registration required but […]
Starting at 7:00 pm, Tequila Mama will be on site serving food to New Years’ revelers while local bands take the StillFire stage! Country music singer Megan Fowler will open the night, and Atlanta’s favorite Bon Jovi Cover Band, Slippery When Wet will take the stage afterward to bring the tempo to the ultimate party […]
Join us for a special storytime all about bears with stories to make you giggle and songs to make you wiggle! Then celebrate winter break with a special visit from Bruce the Bear from the popular picture book series by Ryan Higgins! This program is for all ages. No registration required but space is limited.