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May 2025 Happenings @ FCPL |
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Greetings from Forsyth County Public Library!
This month we're celebrating the dedication of the Denmark Library, honoring the heritage of Asian Pacific Americans, seeking submissions for a community photography exhibit, and gearing up to launch our biggest ongoing event of the year: Summer Reading Fun.
Read on for library news, recommended reads, program previews, and a surprising library resource that can save a group of four more than $1,100 a year!
As always, thank you for being a cherished part of our library community.
Happy reading!
Leslie Marinelli
FCPL Communications Manager |
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| Denmark Library Dedication Celebration
Please join us to celebrate the dedication of the new Denmark Library on Saturday, May 10!
Celebratory remarks and plaque presentation will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by refreshments, performances, and a variety of activities for all ages throughout the day. |
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Sign Up Now for Summer Reading Fun!
We're just a few weeks away from kicking off our summer reading program, "Color Our World," and it promises to be our best summer yet!
Summer reading incentive programs make reading more fun, provide creative outlets and a sense of belonging for all ages, and help students avoid "summer slide" (academic regression). Just log your reading to earn motivating incremental prizes and the chance to win fabulous grand prizes at the end of the summer.
The "Color Our World" Summer Reading Fun challenge doesn't officially begin until the last day of school, May 22, but early registration is open now.
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| Photo courtesy of Georgia Public Library Service |
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Museum and Park Passes
Your library card is your ticket to some of Georgia’s best attractions!
If a group of four uses all 12 Experience Passes, they would save more than $1,100 on admissions, tickets, and parking. Our current partnerships include: Alliance Theater Atlanta History Center The Breman Museum Center for Puppetry Arts Chattahoochee Nature Center Mimms Museum of Technology and Art (formerly known as Computer Museum of America) Georgia State Parks Go Fish Education Center Macon Museum Pass (Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, Tubman Museum, Museum of Arts and Sciences Macon) Michael C. Carlos Museum Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse Family Theatre Zoo Atlanta
Our library partner passes are made possible in part by a grant to the Georgia Public Library Service from the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act.
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More of Your Favorite Reads of 2024
Last December we surveyed FCPL patrons and staff about their favorite reads of 2024 and the responses were tremendous! In fact, we received feedback from a number of you that you really enjoyed seeing these book recommendations and you want us to share more of them.
Wish granted!
Here are three more "Favorite Reads of 2024" book recommendations from your fellow patrons: |
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| | Pretty girls: a Novel |
Karin Slaughter |
Estranged for years after the disappearance of their sister, trophy wife Claire and struggling single mom Lydia are reunited by the murder of Claire's husband and investigate decades of family secrets to discover the truth. |
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Keeley said, "This book was one of the best thrillers I had read in a while. It was not predictable, kept me entertained, and carried the story at a perfect pace."
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| The Covenant of Water: a Novel |
Abraham Verghese |
Spanning the years 1900 to 1977, and set in Kerala, on South India's Malabar Coast, an epic of love, faith and medicine follows three generations of a family that suffers a peculiar affliction: in every generation, at least one person dies by drowning. |
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Dalia said, "I loved how he narrated the story. It was descriptive, poetic in nature and reminded me of my Mom's place of birth (Kerala). When I read some of his lines, I had to close the book to really understand his words. If people love medicine and poetry, they'll love this book. Only word of caution is that it is quite long. ;) "
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| | James: a Novel |
Percival Everett |
Describes the events of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn through the eyes of the enslaved Jim, who decides to hide on nearby Jackson Island after learning he is to be sold to a man in New Orleans. |
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Laura said, "I read this book in one sitting—it was so engaging! It took a familiar story and flipped it on its head. Touching, poignant, funny, dark, and sad…it was my favorite read of 2024."
Note from FCPL: This one has a long list of holds in every format, but it sounds like it's worth the wait! |
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Celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
We're proud to honor Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at FCPL. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Asian Pacific American cultures through various events and displays throughout May.
Learn Korean calligraphy, the game of Go, the Japenese art of Bonsai, the ancient Indian science of Vastu Shastra and more! |
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This summer Forsyth County Public Library is coloring our world through photographs!
We are seeking submissions for the 4th annual community photography exhibition. This year’s theme is “The Colors of Our World.” Our world is a kaleidoscope of color. In this colorful world, what inspires you?
Adults may submit up to two original photographs to display in the Sharon Forks Library throughout June and July. The deadline for submissions is Friday, May 23. |
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Summer Reading Fun Kickoff Events
Mark your calendars! We have a whole week of family-funtastic kickoff events planned for the week of May 27–30 at all our locations.
Our featured performers are magician Ken Scott, one-man marvel Circus Cameron, Lew-E's Comedy Circus, and magician Arthur Atsma. All four of these delightful performers will kickoff your summer vacation with hearty laughs and a love for summer reading.
These are very popular events that will fill up quickly. Free event passes will be handed out 30 minutes prior to each show until we reach capacity. |
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| LIBRARY CLOSINGS
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In remembrance of the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, all Forsyth County Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day.
Our book returns and electronic resources are available 24/7. |
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Forsyth County Public Library
| 585 Dahlonega Street Cumming, GA 30040
770-781-9840
ForsythPL.org |
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