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100 Books Before Graduation Reading Challenge (Beanstack)

All Day 3/3–1/1
Teens
ARCPLS Systemwide
Offsite Event
Library Branch: ARCPLS Systemwide
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Take and Make Crafts

All Day 11/3–11/8
Children (6-11), Teens
Diamond Lakes Library
Library Branch: Diamond Lakes Library
Age Group: Children (6-11), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get creative with our Kids Take & Make Craft Kits! Stop by the branch and grab yours while supplies last. Each kit comes with everything you need—supplies and step-by-step instructions—to complete a fun DIY project at home.

Take & Make Kits: Write Your Own Comic

11/03/2025 @ 9:00am–11/09/2025 @ 4:45pm
Teens
Headquarters
Library Branch: Headquarters
Room: Headquarters - YA Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

While supplies last, pick up a kit in the YA area/Teen Space to make your own comic. For ages 12-18.  

Second Chance

9:00am–2:00pm
Adults
Headquarters
Library Branch: Headquarters
Room: Headquarters - Writing Lab
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The AJC Second Chance Desk is a FREE resource helping citizens of Burke and Richmond Counties clear eligible criminal records.

Quilting Circle

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Diamond Lakes Library
Library Branch: Diamond Lakes Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you love to quilt or want to learn? Bring your supplies and join Mrs. Hudson and Mrs. Johnson for a friendly get-together where you can swap tips, share projects, and enjoy great company. All experience levels are welcome!

Dinovember Crafternoon

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children (6-11)
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Room: Maxwell - Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stomp, chomp, and roar into Dinovember! Kids can make their very own silly dinosaur craft while imagining dino adventures full of tiny footsteps, giant roars, and lots of prehistoric fun. A roaring good time for little explorers!

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Wallace Branch Library
Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library
Room: Wallace - Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
🌟 TEEN VOICES WANTED!
🎉 Join the Wallace Branch Library Teen Advisory Board 🎉

📚 Love your library? Want to make it even better for teens like you?

November Coloring Contest for All

All Day
All Ages
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in during the month of November, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

November Scavenger Hunt

All Day
All Ages
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Search and find the themed items hidden around the library. Open to all ages. New theme each month. 

Scarf Dancing

10:00am–10:30am
Children (0-5)
Wallace Branch Library
Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library
Room: Wallace - Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Get ready to move, groove, and giggle! Join us for a lively library program designed especially for toddlers and preschoolers.

Bubbles POP Party

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Friedman Branch Library
Library Branch: Friedman Branch Library
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

30 minutes of bubbles and pop music.

Kanopy: A Beginners Guide

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Appleby Branch Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

New to Kanopy? Your library card gives you access to Kanopy, a streaming service for movies, television shows, and documentaries. Join us as we walk you through the library’s Kanopy service – learn how it works, what you can do and more.

Friends of the Library Book Sale-Setup

2:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Headquarters
Library Branch: Headquarters
Room: Headquarters - Full Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Friends of the Library Book Sale

BORED Games: Board. Game. Fun.

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Library Branch: Jeff Maxwell Branch Library
Room: Maxwell - Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Tired of the usual routine? Join us for BORED Games, a teen program where the library’s board games are yours to explore! Hang out with friends, try new games, or challenge someone to a friendly match.

Holiday Greeting Cards

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Appleby Branch Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Appleby as we make our own holiday greeting cards. No experience needed; all materials supplied. (Limited Supplies)

Thanksgiving Quiz Event

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Friedman Branch Library
Library Branch: Friedman Branch Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Learn about the history of our great holiday, Thanksgiving. The Friedman Branch library is hosting a Thanksgiving-themed Quiz event. Bring your knowledge and compete for your chance to win a prize. All materials will be
provided. 

November Coloring Contest for All

All Day
All Ages
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in during the month of November, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

November Scavenger Hunt

All Day
All Ages
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Search and find the themed items hidden around the library. Open to all ages. New theme each month. 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

9:00am–5:00pm
All Ages
Headquarters
Library Branch: Headquarters
Room: Headquarters - Full Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Friends of the Library Book Sale

November Coloring Contest for All

All Day
All Ages
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come in during the month of November, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece. 

November Scavenger Hunt

All Day
All Ages
Appleby Branch Library
Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Search and find the themed items hidden around the library. Open to all ages. New theme each month. 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

10:00am–3:30pm
All Ages
Headquarters
Library Branch: Headquarters
Room: Headquarters - Full Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Tia's Corner

11:00am–1:00pm
Friedman Branch Library
Library Branch: Friedman Branch Library
Event Details:

The session is free for ages (6-18) for children who are experiencing crisis or loss.

Family Movie

1:00pm–3:00pm
Babies, Children, Children (0-5), Children (6-11), Teens, Adults, All Ages
Wallace Branch Library
Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library
Room: Wallace - Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Children, Children (0-5), Children (6-11), Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a fun movie, popcorn, and soft drinks. Appropriate for all ages.