Upcoming Events

Thanksgiving Day

All Day 11/27–11/28

All Branches

Closing

Branches:

Headquarters, Appleby Branch Library, Diamond Lakes Library, Friedman Branch Library, Jeff Maxwell Branch Library, Wallace Branch Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, ARCPLS Systemwide

Description:

All locations will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

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.

Bracelet Crafty: Make or Take

1:30pm–2:30pm

Children (6-11)

Appleby Branch Library

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library

Age Group: Children (6-11)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us at Appleby to make a bracelet craft or stop by and pick up a craft kit while supplies last. Best for ages 6 and up.

December 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 December, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece.

December Crossword Puzzle

All Day

All Ages

Appleby Branch Library

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Other

Event Details:

Come in during the month of December to pick up a crossword puzzle. All ages are welcome.

December Scavenger Hunt

All Day

All Ages

Appleby Branch Library

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Other

Event Details:

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

Take & Make Crafts

All Day 12/1–12/6

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.

Senior’s Game Time

10:00am–11:15am

Adults

Wallace Branch Library

Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library

Room: Wallace - Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

Event Details:

Stop by on Monday morning for some fun games! Play board games, jumbo tic tac toe, and puzzles!

Common Thread

10:30am–11:30am

Adults

Jeff Maxwell Branch Library

Library Branch: Jeff Maxwell Branch Library

Room: Maxwell - Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

The Common Thread is your cozy corner for crafting, conversation, and community. Bring your needles, hooks, yarn, and imagination--and leave with new friends and something beautiful in your hands!

December 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 December, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece.

December Crossword Puzzle

All Day

All Ages

Appleby Branch Library

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Other

Event Details:

Come in during the month of December to pick up a crossword puzzle. All ages are welcome.

December Scavenger Hunt

All Day

All Ages

Appleby Branch Library

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Other

Event Details:

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

Family Storytime

10:00am–10:30am

Children (0-5), Children (6-11)

Diamond Lakes Library

Library Branch: Diamond Lakes Library

Room: Diamond Lakes - Meeting Room

Age Group: Children (0-5), Children (6-11)

Program Type: Storytime

Event Details:

Learn new and exciting ways to engage in early literacy activities with your child!

Tiny Tales Storytime

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:

Join us each week for a fun and engaging program designed for little learners! We’ll share delightful stories, lively songs, and playful rhymes that spark imagination and build early literacy skills.

Children's Storytime

10:00am–11:00am

Babies, Children

Friedman Branch Library

Library Branch: Friedman Branch Library

Age Group: Babies, Children

Program Type: Storytime

Senior Tech Tip & Help Morning Session

10:30am–11:30am

Adults

Appleby Branch Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Technology Class

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us on the 1st Tuesday of the month as we help you with your device and answer your questions. Bring your device – phone, tablet, laptop, etc. and receive one-on-one assistance from library staff. (Limited space)

Drop-In Tech Hour

3:30pm–4:30pm

Adults

Diamond Lakes Library

Library Branch: Diamond Lakes Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

Event Details:

Join our Basic Drop-In Tech Hour for help with your everyday tech needs. Get guidance on smartphones, laptops, and apps from our friendly staff. No appointment needed—just bring your device and questions!

Tween Graphic Novel Book Club

3:30pm–4:30pm

Children (6-11)

Wallace Branch Library

Library Branch: Wallace Branch Library

Room: Wallace - Meeting Room

Age Group: Children (6-11)

Program Type: Book Club

Event Details:

Love comics and graphic novels? Join our Tween Graphic Novel Book Club for fun discussions, cool characters, and plenty of panels!

Teen & Senior Tech Tip & Help Afternoon Session

4:00pm–5:00pm

Teens, Adults

Appleby Branch Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Technology Class

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us on the 1st Tuesday of the month as we help you with your device and answer your questions. Bring your device – phone, tablet, laptop, etc. and receive one-on-one assistance from library staff. (Limited space)

December 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 December, grab a coloring sheet and return it to us once you’ve finished your masterpiece.

December Crossword Puzzle

All Day

All Ages

Appleby Branch Library

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Other

Event Details:

Come in during the month of December to pick up a crossword puzzle. All ages are welcome.

December Scavenger Hunt

All Day

All Ages

Appleby Branch Library

Library Branch: Appleby Branch Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Other

Event Details:

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

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.

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