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Tween/Teen Tech Playground (Grades 4 and up)
Monday, September 25 at 1:30 p.m.
Come try your hand at a range of challenges from music to motorized robots to light shows using LittleBits modules. Build obstacle courses and program a test drive with a Sphero bot and the SPRK+ app. If you plan to bring your own Bluetooth Smart Device, please download the SPRK+ Lightning Lab App to program and control the bots. Don’t have a device? No problem, we love to share!
Supplies and space are limited so please arrive early to secure your spot. Tickets will be passed out 30 minutes prior to this program. |
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Fall Puppetpalooza (All ages)
Tuesday, September 26
at 10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m., and 3:15 p.m. Twilight Edition on Thursday, September 28 at 6:30 p.m. Join us for puppet show fun! It’s time for our annual Fall Break Puppetpalooza! Enjoy new puppet shows, old
favorites, dancing, singing, and more! |
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Teen Writers Club (Grades 6 and up) Tuesday, September 26 at 6:30 p.m. This club is for teens in grades 6 and up who love to write and be inspired. Meetings will feature writing tips, lessons, and discussion. We will also allow time to share writing samples and participate in giving constructive feedback during discussion. Meet fellow writers who share your passion! |
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Books & Babies (Ages 0-24 months) Wednesday, September 27 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
Develop baby's pre-literacy skills as well as physical, social, and mental development. This storytime introduces a love for books, song, movement, rhythm and rhyme. Improve motor, sensory and social skills during free play time, which also provides an opportunity for both babies and parents to socialize. Books & Babies is also about parents as you bond and learn with baby as well as meet other parents in the community. This program is for babies up to 24 months old, with a parent or caregiver, and lasts 20-30 minutes. |
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Teen Paper Crafting (Grades 6 and up)
Wednesday, September 27 at 3:00 p.m.
Come join us for an opportunity to learn the basics of and experiment with paper-crafting, from basic origami and paper-weaving to creating homemade greeting cards. |
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Book Clubs for Kids (Grades K-5) Thursday, September 28 at 4:00 p.m.
Please click below for more information about our book clubs. This month we will be discussing Muncha! Muncha! Muncha! by Candace Fleming. It is not necessary to read the book ahead of time. This month we will be discussing The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Bradley. |
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Puppet Play Day (All ages) Friday, September 29 at 10:30 a.m.
Bring your imagination and join us as we act out our favorite stories. We will provide the puppets, scripts, books and stages, but if you have a favorite, feel free to bring it! |
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A Roald Dahl Celebration! (Grades K-5) Friday, September 29 at 3:00 p.m.
Enjoy fun, crafts and activities based on the characters of the beloved children’s book author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Giant Peach, The BFG, Matilda and more! |
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Books & Babies (Ages 0-24 months) Monday, September 25 at 10:15 a.m.
Develop baby's pre-literacy skills as well as physical, social, and mental development. This storytime introduces a love for books, song, movement, rhythm and rhyme. Improve motor, sensory and social skills during free play time, which also provides an opportunity for both babies and parents to socialize. Books & Babies is also about parents as you bond and learn with baby as well as meet other parents in the community. This program is for babies up to 24 months old, with a parent or caregiver, and lasts 20-30 minutes. |
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Batman Training Camp (Grades K-5) Tuesday, September 26 at 2:30 p.m.
The bat signal has been lit and it's time for you to answer the call! Train up for your big mission by honing your spy skills, improve your aim with some target practice, and much more! Learn the skills necessary to become the greatest superhero on earth! This program is for children in grades K-5.
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Teen Advisory Board Meeting (Grades K-5) Tuesday, September 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Teens are invited to join us at the library as we discuss ideas
to plan and promote teen programs and more. Teens will earn volunteer credit for attending meetings. All interested teens in grades 6-12 are welcome to attend. |
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Movies at The Park: The LEGO Batman Movie (All ages)
Wednesday, September 27 at 10:30 a.m. Bring your chairs, blankets, coolers, and settle in to enjoy our feature family film! A cooler-than-ever Bruce Wayne must deal with the usual suspects as they plan to rule Gotham City, while discovering that he has accidentally adopted a teenage orphan who wishes to become his sidekick. Rated PG; 104 Minutes. For more information on this movie and its rating, please visit the Common Sense Media website. |
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Breakout of the Library: Save Fall Break (Ages 9 and up) Wednesday, September 27 at 3:00 p.m. Fall Break is in danger of being canceled forever! Come to the Hampton Park Library to stop an evil hacker who is trying to put a stop to your Fall Break fun. Use problem solving, troubleshooting, and teamwork to solve puzzles, riddles, and clues in order to save Fall Break! |
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Fall Puppetpalooza (All ages) Thursday, September 28 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Join us for puppet show fun! It’s time for our annual Fall Break Puppetpalooza! Enjoy new puppet shows, old favorites, dancing,
singing, and more! |
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Busy Builders (0-5 years)
Friday, September 29, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. (Drop In) Let's build something together! Playing with LEGO® bricks and other building blocks can help develop your child's cognitive learning and social skills! You bring your creativity, we'll provide the rest! Drop in anytime! |
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Family Game Day (All ages)
Friday, September 29 at 2:00 p.m.
Looking for a place to get together and play your favorite board games or card games with your friends or family? Head over to the library for a fun gaming afternoon! We provide numerous board games and card games for family fun. If you want to play Pokémon or Magic, bring your own deck! Games are a great way to pass the time, work on skills as varied as hand-eye coordination, strategic thinking, good sportsmanship and of course, there's nothing like a board game for bonding!
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The Fire Safety House with the Forsyth County Fire Department (Grades Pre-K-5) Monday, September 25 at 11:15 a.m.
Meet real firefighters, touch a firetruck and explore the Forsyth County Fire Department’s Fire Safety House to learn more about how to be safe when the heat is on. Space is limited so please arrive early.
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Books & Babies (Ages 0-18 months) Tuesday, September 26 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Develop baby's pre-literacy skills as well as physical, social, and mental development. This 30-minute storytime introduces a love for books, music, movement, rhythm, and rhyme. Improve
motor, sensory, and social skills during free play time, which also provides an opportunity for both babies and their caregivers to socialize.
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Tween Scene (Ages 10-12) Tuesday, September 26 at 6:30 p.m. FCPL ROCKS! Join the painted rock craze and paint some fabulous rocks to keep for yourself or share with
the community. |
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Pony Painting Party (Grades K-3)
Wednesday, September 27 at 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Horse lovers and pony fans will not want to miss this awesome opportunity to hang out with Clover, a 32 inch mini pony. Meet the cutest little horse ever, learn all about ponies, paint a horseshoe and then…paint Clover the pony, too! Registration required.
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Fall Puppetpalooza (All ages)
Thursday, September 28
at 10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m., and 1:15 p.m.
It’s time for another Puppetpalooza! Come to the library for your fall infusion of songs, dancing, and some of our favorite puppet shows!
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Fall Family Movie Picnic: Aladdin (All ages)
Friday, September 29 at 11:15 a.m. Join us for our Fall Family Movie Picnic and watch the Disney classic Aladdin (G) on our big screen with surround sound. Bring a pillow, blanket, and picnic lunch to enjoy. |
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Teen Team Trivia (Grades 6-12) Wednesday, September 27 at 6:30 p.m. It’s time for the next installation of Teen Team Trivia! Know a little about a lot? Grab your friends and join us to test your knowledge! |
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Forsyth County Public Library
585 Dahlonega Street
Cumming, Georgia 30040
770-781-9840www.forsythpl.org/ |
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