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Temporary Closure of Sharon Forks Library
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As announced last month, the Sharon Forks Library will be closed October 2 through October 29 to move books, materials, and furnishings from the existing branch into the new expansion and to allow for additional construction in the parking lot. During the closure, there will be no patron access to any part of the branch, including the book return. For more information, please visit our Sharon Forks construction blog. Sign Up for Alerts Get updates in your email inbox for service interruptions and construction closures when you subscribe to the @ Sharon Forks newsletter. You may also text SHARONFORKS to 797979 to receive updates via text message.
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RBdigital presents The Johnny Heller Audiobook Experience
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Get ready to laugh out loud as Earphone Award winner and Audie Award Nominee Johnny Heller takes you behind the scenes of audiobook narration. Sunday, October 8 3:00 p.m. Post Road Library Johnny Heller is a highly regarded commercial voice over artist and audio narration coach. He has narrated over 600 titles for adults, young adults and children, including several in the Library’s RBdigital collection. Brian Gilbert will also speak briefly about RBdigital eAudiobook and eMagazine services at Forsyth County Public Library, giving a demonstration and sharing shortcuts for using the website and mobile app.
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Bless Me, Ultima Selected for UNG Reads
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The University of North Georgia (UNG) will collaborate with local libraries, youth organizations, nonprofit groups, and businesses to promote a love of reading in our community with the launch of UNG Reads this month. This year’s book selection is Bless Me, Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya. The book is set in rural New Mexico in the 1940s and tells the story of a Mexican-American boy, Anthony, who learns to navigate the changing American landscape during World War II. He gets help from Ultima, a curandera (female faith healer) who guides him through the cultural, religious, and moral conflicts he faces in his community. Patrons are also invited to share a bit of their own wisdom or words of encouragement on Tree of Wisdom displays at the Cumming, Hampton Park, and Post Road Libraries during the month of October.
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Author Mark Warren to Sign Books at Cumming Library
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Mark Warren, author of Secrets of the Forest Vol. 1: The Magic and Mystery of Plants and the Lore of Survival, will speak about the Cherokee, survival skills we learned from them, and designs we use that are found in nature. Thursday, October 5 6:30 p.m. Cumming Library Mr. Warren is a lifelong student of nature and primitive lore. He is the Director of Medicine Bow, a primitive school of Earthlore in the north Georgia mountains. Mr. Warren will have copies of his book for sale and signing after the program.
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Star Wars Reads Day Returns to Cumming Library
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Celebrate Star Wars Reads Day at the Cumming Library! Dress up as your favorite character and meet special guests from the Georgia 501st Legion. Sunday, October 15 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Cumming Library We'll have games, crafts, and tons of fun. All ages are welcome to this family event. No registration required to attend. May the force be with you!
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Library & Senior Center Host Programs Together
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FCPL is pleased to announce that its staff will begin delivering programs with Forsyth County Senior Services. The first programs will be held in November: Printmaking with Autumn Fruits & Vegetables Wednesday, November 8 at 1:30 p.m. Sexton Hall | Contact Senior Services to Register Great Books - Suggestions for Holiday Gift Giving Monday, November 13 at 1:30 p.m. Sexton Hall | Contact Senior Services to Register
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Library Closed for Staff Training October 9
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Please note that all library locations will be closed for staff training on Monday, October 9. The eLibrary remains available to patrons at www.forsythpl.org.
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Forsyth County Public Library 585 Dahlonega Street Cumming, Georgia 30040 770-781-9840www.forsythpl.org/ |
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