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April 3-9, 2022 is National Library Week, a time to highlight the essential role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. The theme for this year’s National Library Week is “Connect with Your Library,” which promotes the idea that libraries are places to get connected to technology by using broadband, computers and other resources. Libraries also offer opportunities to connect with media, programs, ideas and classes, in addition to books. Most importantly, libraries also connect communities to each other. Celebrate by visiting your library in person or online. We hope to see you soon!
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Need some help with your homework? The Teen Department has in-person tutoring available Monday through Friday, 4 to 5 p.m., for students in grades 6-12. Free online tutoring is also available from 2-9 p.m., seven days a week, at tutor.com/athensregional, for students in kindergarten through 12th grade and beyond.
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The library is partnering with the Jeannette Rankin Foundation and Clarke County School District to present a special opportunity for community members to visit the National Memorial for Peace and Justice and Legacy Museum in Montgomery, Alabama on Wednesday, May 11. The trip will depart from the library at 7:00 a.m. on May 11, and return the same evening. Attendees will tour the National Memorial for Peace and Justice and the Legacy Museum: From Enslavement to Incarceration. Contact the library today at 706-613-3650 to reserve your seat on our chartered bus! Tickets cost $25 each and include transportation, admission to the memorial and museum, and lunch. Seats are limited, and reservations are required. This one-of-a-kind trip is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services with additional support from Public Education Matters Georgia.
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Visit our online calendar for full listings and registration information. Face masks are encouraged in the library.
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Children's Poetry and Craft Fair
Throughout April,
Children's Area
Join us for poetry activities and crafts celebrating Ramadan. For children of all ages!
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In-person Storytime
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Storyroom
For children ages 2-5 and their caregiver. Spaces limited to 10 children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. No registration required!
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Children's Book Club: Finding Junie Kim
Thursday, April 21, 4:00 p.m.
Storyroom
Check out a copy of the book at the Children’s Desk. Registration is limited to 10 children. Masks required. Register online at the link or call the Children’s Desk at 706-613-3650, ext. 314 to reserve your spot! For ages 8-11.
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Acting Out: Improv Games for Teens
Tuesday, April 12, 4:00 p.m.
Multipurpose Room A
We'll give you some silly prompts and props, and you'll use them to tell a hilarious story. No prior improv experience is necessary.
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Teen Creative Writing Club
Thursdays, April 14 & 28, 4:00 p.m.
Storyroom
Want to be a better writer? Our new Creative Writing Club will meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month, and will give you a chance to learn more about the writing process and meet other teen writers.
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Teens Present: Amigurumi Crochet
Wednesday, April 27, 4:00 p.m.
Multipurpose Room A
Join our teen presenter, Ash Plaksin, and discover the wonderful world of amigurumi! Amigurumi is a type of crochet where you construct plush toys. Basic crochet skills will be helpful, but are not required. Please register at the link.
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Athens Poet Laureate Jeff Fallis
Sunday, April 10, 2:30 p.m.
Appleton Auditorium
Celebrate National Poetry Month with an afternoon featuring Athens Poet Laureate Jeff Fallis!
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Lost Athens: Exploring the North Side Before Urban Renewal
Sunday, April 24, 3:00 p.m.
Appleton Auditorium
In the North Side Urban Renewal project, Athens lost hundreds of homes, businesses, churches and even streets that had been part of the community life since Athens' earliest days. Steven Brown and Beth Allison Brown will discuss the history and development of the area from Lickskillet to The Bottom, then survey the lost structures, drawing upon rich photographic documentation in the Hargrett Library. Presented by the Heritage Room and Athens Historical Society.
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Café au Libris: Poetry Night with Rebecca Baggett and Komal Mathew
Tuesday, April 26, 7:00 p.m.
Appleton Auditorium
Join us for an evening of poetry! Featuring Rebecca Baggett, author of The Woman Who Lives Without Money, and Komal Mathew, author of For Daughters Who Walk Out Like Sons. Presented by Friends of Athens-Clarke County Library.
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Café au Libris: Mary Frances Early
Thursday, April 28, 7:00 p.m.
Appleton Auditorium
Join us for an evening with Mary Frances Early in celebration of her memoir, The Quiet Trailblazer. Presented by Friends of Athens-Clarke County Library. Books will be available for purchase from Avid Bookshop.
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April Book Club Selections
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Last Monday Book Club
Monday, April 25, 7:00 p.m.
Multipurpose Room C with virtual option
We will discuss the poetry of Louis Glück in celebration of National Poetry Month.
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