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Here's what's happening @ FCPL in April! |
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IT'S OFFICIALLY SPRING BREAK!
We have so many great programs and activities planned for all ages during spring break. Do you like magic? Paper airplanes? Giant Angry Birds? Medieval Martial Arts? Puppet shows? Dav Pilkey and/or giant talking toilets? Firetrucks, military vehicles, and police cars? How about eating bugs? (We're not even kidding.) ALL THIS AND MORE can be enjoyed at (or near) a Forsyth County Public Library next week!
And we're just getting warmed up! The fun continues all month long with special events, crafts, games, and more.
Don't miss our newly released 2022 Annual Report to see how your library is making an impact in our community. The smiling faces say it all, but the numbers will blow you away. Check it out to see how FCPL leads the state of Georgia in one particular category!
Read on for more information on getting the most from your library card this month @ FCPL.
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| Please Join Us for An Evening with Chitra Divakaruni Forsyth Reads Together Main Event April 18, 20237:00–9:00 p.m. Forsyth Conference Center
In a desperate struggle to survive and remain calm while awaiting rescue after a massive earthquake, nine strangers from different backgrounds pass the time by sharing stories about one amazing thing that has happened in their life.
What "one amazing thing" would you share in that situation?
One Amazing Thing by award-winning author Chitra Divakaruni is our 2023 Forsyth Reads Together book selection and we can't wait to discuss it as a community!
Born and raised in Calcutta, India, Chitra Divakaruni is a professor of Creative Writing in the internationally acclaimed Creative Writing Program at the University of Houston. Thanks to the support of our sponsors, FCPL Friends and Advocates, and Forsyth County Arts Alliance, we are able to bring her to Forsyth County for what is sure to be an amazing evening.
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NEW EPISODE: Chitra Divakaruni on One Amazing Thing |
Chitra Divakaruni, author of One Amazing Thing, joins host Ross Gericke to talk about her inspiration for the novel, her literary influences, and the power of sharing stories.
One Amazing Thing is the 2023 Forsyth Reads Together book selection. |
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| PROGRAM PREVIEWS |
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Spring has sprung at FCPL! Our April program series is all about nature. From DIY natural cleaning products to green landscaping to actually EATING BUGS (yes, really!), we have something for every level of outdoor enthusiast this month. Click an image below for more information on that program.
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| Get Your Grub On: A Bug Eating Adventure! (for children in 4th grade and up) Presented by WunderGrubs
Saturday, April 8, 2:00 p.m. Post Road Library |
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| Edible Wild Plants of Southern Appalachia Presented by Mark Warren Sunday, April 16, 2:00 p.m. Cumming Library |
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| John Muir's Journey Through the South With Atlanta reporter, Dan Chapman Sunday, April 23, 2:00 p.m. Sharon Forks Library |
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| Protecting Georgia's Wildlife With Sergeant Jason Roberson of the Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division Tuesday, April 25, 6:30 p.m. Sharon Forks Library |
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| Trees - A Vertical Ecosystem Heather Kolich, UGA Natural Resources Agent Saturday, April 29, 3:00 p.m. Hampton Park Library |
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| DIY Natural Cleaning Products Sunday, April 30, 2:00 p.m. Sharon Forks Library
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Georgia Green Landscape Stewards Certification Series
Earn the Georgia Green Landscapes Stewards certification during this 5-week series from the UGA Master Gardeners.
Wednesdays April 12–May 10 7:00–8:30 p.m. Hampton Park Library
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NEW MONTHLY SERIES!
Becoming a Global Citizen
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This month's topic: U.S.–South Korean Cooperation Sunday, April 2, 2023 2:00–3:30 p.m. Sharon Forks Library
This series is for teens and adults.
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Beginning in April, these programs will be on the first Sunday of every month at 2:00 p.m. at the Sharon Forks Library. Each program will consist of 45 minutes of presentation by a University of North Georgia professor followed by 45 minutes of a roundtable discussion on the topic of the month.
This program is in partnership with the University of North Georgia's Department of Political Science and International Affairs.
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Medieval Martial Arts
for Teens and Tweens
| Tuesday, April 4, 2023 6:00 p.m. Hampton Park Library
Learn how knights fought in medieval times from trained martial artists! Presented by Ritterkunst Fechtschule Medieval Martial Arts. |
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TOUCH A TRUCK!
| Friday, April 7, 2023 1:15–3:00 p.m. FOWLER PARK
Explore awesome trucks up close! Forsyth County Fire trucks, police cruisers, military vehicles, our very own FCPL Bookmobile, and more are expected this year! |
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Read more about this cool program in an interview with Post Road Library Youth Specialist, Ms. Shannan on our blog!
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CRAFTERNOON
An Adult Craft Program | Friday, April 14 2:00–4:00 p.m. Cumming Library
This month you'll create small plant pots out of clay and customize them. This is a ticketed event and is intended for adults only.
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Mah Jongg for Beginners |
Wednesdays beginning April 19 6:30 p.m. Sharon Forks Library
Learn the basics of Mah Jongg, a traditional Chinese tile game.
Adults only, registration required. Participants are asked to commit to the entire 8-weeks. |
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Celebrating Earth Day |
Saturday, April 22, 2023 12:00–3:00 p.m. Post Road Library For all ages, rain or shine!
Celebrate Earth Day with interactive booths and short talks on nature topics by Georgia Master Naturalists! | |
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Click a button below to see all programs this month by age group.
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If you have any questions about National Geographic Kids or other eLibrary Resources, please visit the Ask Us desk or Email a Librarian.
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In remembrance of the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, all Fosyth County Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 29 for Memorial Day. Book returns and our eLibrary will remain open. Use your library card to check out an eBook, eAudiobook, or eMagazine with the Libby app 24 hours a day! |
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