April Happenings @ FCPL

Spring has officially sprung, and here at Forsyth County Public Library (FCPL), we are still buzzing from an incredible month of events and milestones. Denmark Library opened one year ago on March 27, and Hampton Park Library celebrated its "Sweet Sixteen" on March 15. It has been a joy to look back on how much these branches have grown and served you over the years. 

Speaking of highlights, our 13th Forsyth Reads Together event with author Liz Moore was a rousing success! It was wonderful to see so many of you there sharing in the love of literature. If you haven’t seen the photos yet, head over to our Facebook page to check them out. We’ve been touched by your kind words, including comments like, “It was an incredible event! Thank you so much!” and “Forsyth County should be proud of your diligent work to benefit our community!” We truly are proud to serve this community, and your support makes these events possible.

We’re keeping that momentum going through April with plenty of news and activities to keep you busy. Whether you’re stopping by to pick up a book from our new 24/7 hold lockers or bringing the family out for some Spring Break fun, we can’t wait to see you at the library this month!

Warmly,

Leslie Marinelli 

FCPL Communications Manager

LIBRARY NEWS

Your Library, Your Schedule: 

New 24/7 Hold Lockers Now Open at Post Road Library

We are thrilled to announce that Library Hold Lockers are now available at the Post Road Library! Designed to fit your busy lifestyle, these secure lockers allow you the option to pick up your reserved library materials anytime—day or night.

How it works:

1. Place a Hold: When browsing our catalog, simply select "Library Hold Lockers" as your pickup location.

2. Get Notified: Once your items are ready, you’ll receive a notification via your preferred method.

3. Pick Up Anytime: Head to the lockers located outside the Post Road Library. Scan your library card or manually enter your barcode number, enter your PIN, and your specific locker door will pop open!

As with any of our regular hold shelves inside our branches, items in the hold lockers are held for seven days, giving you plenty of time to stop by whenever it's convenient for you.

Using these hold lockers is completely optional. We still love seeing you inside the library! We’re simply adding an extra layer of convenience for our on-the-go patrons who prefer a quick, independent, self-service experience 24/7.

Funding for this project was provided in part by the Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget using American Rescue Plan Act funds.

Celebrating America 250 at FCPL

Our Semiquincentennial Celebration continues this month with more patriotic and history-themed events for all ages!

Discover Lessons from the Cherokee presented by Elachee Nature Science Center, The Southern Revolutionary Campaign with Dr. Barry Whittemore, Historical Plants of America and Their Uses, a Library of Congress Transcribeathon, AND MORE! 

Please sign up for the Georgia Reads for America 250 Challenge on Beanstack. The library system with the most participating patrons will receive a special program featuring children's author and former UGA/NFL football player, Malcolm Mitchell!

FEATURED RESOURCES

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Master New Skills with LearningExpress Library

Ready to ace your next big exam or land that promotion? LearningExpress Library is your go-to destination for self-paced learning. Explore a massive collection of full-length practice tests for the GED, SAT, ACT, and professional licensing exams (like Nursing or Real Estate). You’ll also find interactive tutorials for popular software, citizenship prep, and "Skill Builders" for math and reading at every grade level.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Touch a Truck at Fowler Park

Meet awesome trucks up close! Forsyth County Fire trucks, police cruisers, military vehicles, our very own FCPL Bookmobile, and MORE are all expected to appear at Touch a Truck this year!

This event will be held at Fowler Park by the big pavilion near the playground, RAIN OR SHINE. 

Friday, April 10

1:00–3:00 p.m.

Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way

Spring Break at FCPL

Enjoy your Spring Break at FCPL with crafts, live reptile shows, a Choose Your Own Oregon Trail Adventure, an ogre-inspired escape room for tweens and teens, Mr. Damon's Shadow Puppet Theater, and more! 

Frog Walk

with UGA Extension Master Naturalists

Meet Master Naturalists Michele Murphy and Winston Davis in our amphitheater to walk our unique outdoors environments and listen for and identify frogs. 

• This program is suitable for adults and families

• Weather permitting

Wednesday, April 15

8–9 p.m. 

Denmark Library

Kitty Corner at Post

with Forsyth County Pet Adoption and Resource Center

Snuggle and play with adoptable cats and kittens and see if you find a furry new member of your family. After you become acquainted with our feline friends and check out volunteer opportunities, you can make a cat toy for your own cat or the adoptable cats.

Thursday, April 23

1–3 p.m. 

Post Road Library

See all upcoming programs in our interactive online events calendar!

Or click a button below for all April programs by age group:

NEVER MISS ANOTHER EVENT

Sign up for our Weekly Program Planner and we'll send you an email every Thursday with featured programs for the weekend and week ahead. 

LIBRARY CLOSINGS

All Forsyth County Public Library locations will be closed on Sunday, April 5, 2026, in observance of Easter.  

We're always open at ForsythPL.org!

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