Bartow County Library System Happenings Newsletter - April 28, 2023

From: Cartersville Public Library
May 2, 2023

Stop by any of our branches throughout the month of May and pick up a Dry Mexican Mole Spice Kit. Each kit will include a pack of spices, a recipe and information about the history of Mexican cooking.

Senior Movie Matinee:
Ticket to Paradise

Enjoy freshly popped popcorn and watch a movie on the big screen! A monthly special event for seniors only.

Wednesday, May 3rd at 10:30 am

Is the Holds list too long on Libby?

Check the library shelves for print copies of new titles.

Now - May 6th
Storywalk - "Moth & Butterfly - Ta-Da"
Drop by Dellinger Park between now and May 6th for a brand new Storywalk! Our Spring book is "Moth & Butterfly - Ta-Da"  by Dev Petty and illustrated by Ana Aranda! We've also collaborated with The Basics Bartow and Advocates for Children to add some fun reading and literacy tips to some of the panels! For a full list of literacy activities make sure to scan the attached QR code on the story pages at the park!

Look for the Storywalk at the trail around the duck pond. After you complete the Storywalk, stop by the library for a FREE book of your choice!  Thank you also to Cartersville Parks and Rec. for all the support and for co-sponsoring!

Location: Dellinger Park (trail around duck pond)

All Month Long

Dry Mexican Mole Spice Kit

Stop by any of our branches throughout the month of May and pick up a
Dry Mexican Mole Spice Kit! Each kit will include a pack of spices, a recipe, and information about the history of Mexican cooking.

Location: All Branches

Monday, May 1st

Adairsville - Monday STEM Play (Ages 0 - 5)
10:30 am

Children are never too young to start doing STEM activities. Join us each Friday for hands-on activities that focus on science, technology, engineering, and math.

Location: Adairsville Public Library Meeting Room

Tuesday, May 2nd

Computer Class: Intro to Word
2 pm - 3:30 pm
Learn to edit and format a document in Word.

Location: Cartersville Library Computer Lab

TableTop Guild for Adults

5 pm - 7:45 pm
Join our weekly Tabletop roleplaying games group at the Cartersville Library! Beginners and experienced players are welcome. Adults only, please. Most games/campaigns are open to new players. Feel free to drop in to watch or join in! For questions and inquiries about specific games, please contact Finley at cartersvilletabletopguild@gmail.com.

Location: Cartersville Library Classroom

Prime Time Family Reading

6 pm - 7:30 pm
THIS PROGRAM IS FULL
Join us for Prime Time Family Reading!  A fun and free night of reading one night a week for six weeks!

Location: Cartersville Library Meeting Room

Wednesday, May 3rd

Senior Movie Matinee: Ticket to Paradise

3 pm - 4 pm
Enjoy freshly popped popcorn and watch a movie on the big screen.... a monthly special event, for seniors only!

Location: Cartersville Library Meeting Room

Thursday, May 4th

Mexican Train Dominoes

2 pm - 4 pm

Have fun playing Mexican Train Dominoes at the library. If you don't know how to play, we'll teach you! Adults only.

Location: Cartersville Library Classroom

Friday, May 5th

Euharlee - Friday Stem Play (Ages 0-5)
10:30 am
Children are never too young to start doing STEM activities. Join us each Friday for hands-on activities that focus on science, technology, engineering, and math.

Location: Emmie Nelson Public Library

Saturday, May 6th

TableTop Guild for Adults

10 am - 4 pm
Join our weekly Tabletop roleplaying games group at the Cartersville Library! Beginners and experienced players are welcome. Adults only, please. Most games/campaigns are open to new players. Feel free to drop in to watch or join in! For questions and inquiries about specific games, please contact Finley at cartersvilletabletopguild@gmail.com.

Location: Cartersville Library Classroom

Mindful Meditation Discussion and Practice

10:30 am - 12 pm
We invite you to join us as we come together to explore mindful meditation. Classes are led by experienced mindfulness meditation leaders who volunteer their time, and each bring their own style of sharing and unique perspective to the group. Open to all. No cost. No experience necessary.

Location: Cartersville Library Meeting Room

Etowah Valley Hand Spinners Meet- up

1 pm - 4:45 pm

If you have a passion for hand spinning and weaving, stop by our monthly Etowah Valley Hand Spinners Meet-up. Spend time with others who share the same passion for this ancient textile art!

Location: Cartersville Library Meeting Room

Questing Club for Teens

1 pm - 3 pm

Join the adventure with our teen tabletop RPG group! Our adventurers are on a Dungeons and Dragons quest! Open to new and experienced players.

Location: Cartersville Library Youth Program Room

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