LIBRARY WEEKLY
Programs for Adults
Library Board Meeting
Mon, June 26, 1:00pm
The TCPLS Library Board of Trustees will be holding its monthly meeting on Monday, June 26, at 1:00pm. Held in the Henry Flipper Room and open to public observation and comment.
FOL Used Book Sale
Tuesdays, 10-5pm
Our Friends the the Library used book store is open every Tuesday, from 10am to 5pm. Here, you will find hardbacks, paperbacks, DVDs, magazines, puzzles and more. All softly used and in good condition. Nothing over $5.00. All proceeds are used to help fund library programs and materials.
Reading Challenge
Now - July 7
Our Reading Challenge isn't just for kids - we want everyone to uncover the magic of literature! As is tradition, we are offering a Literary Bingo for our older patrons to play. Read to create a line or black out the board for a chance to win some excellent prizes, such as a $50 gas card or $50 Sweet & Savory Sisters gift card.
Beginner Yoga
Wednesdays, 9:45am
Interesting in starting a yoga practice? Join us in our weekly Beginner Yoga Class where we focus on breathe and strength while working on balance and flexibility. We flow through a simple vinyasa sequence that is accessible for those new to yoga. Yoga supplies available to those without.
Programs for Youth
Arts & Crafts: Kindness Rocks
Mon, June 26, 10:30am
In the spirit of creating community and spreading love, we will be hosting a rock painting hour to build the Library’s own Kindness Rock Garden.
Kindness rocks are hand-painted smooth stones that radiate bright colors, offer caring words of support and love, or just smile back at those that behold them. Attendees are welcome to keep their rocks, share it with a stranger or set it in our Kindness Rock Garden for others to enjoy, too
LEGO Free Play
Wed, June 28, 10:00am
Calling all kid LEGO masters and first-timers! Our LEGOs are out and waiting for your child to create and build whatever they can imagine.
A great place to meet and mingle with other children interested in 3D creation. We also offer larger LEGO bricks for those who may find the smaller bricks tasty.
Intended for ages 4-11 years with their caregivers
Magician Arthur Atsma
Fri, June 30, 10:30am
Behold the skills of the talented Arthur Atsma! Arthur has been practicing the art of attention manipulation for over 20 years. Certain to have the audience in stitches and awed, Arthur’s skills are magical.
Intended as a family program; all ages welcome to attend.
Reading Challenge
Now - July 7
Help prevent the "summer slide" through this fun Reading Challenge. We challenge children up to 11 years old to read for ten (10) minutes at a time, five levels adding up to total of 200 minutes. Completing each level earns children a small prize and a chance to win some stellar grand prizes, too.
Programs for Young Adults
Reading Challenge
Now - July 7
This summer, we are offering tweens and young adults a basic challenge: To read ten (10) books in five (5) weeks. Using a Book Punch Card, each card filled up earns the reader a ticket toward winning of the grand prize of their choice. And, of course, the month of June is packed full of events and activities, too.
Crazy 8s Paints
Tues, June 27, 4:30pm
Crazy 8's is a fast painting exercise that challenges people to paint eight distinct ideas in eight minutes. Our twist is that after the first minute and painting, you pass your paper to the next person and they innovate off the first idea.
Intended for ages 12 - 17
Ice Cream Social
Thur, June 29, 4:00pm
Socialize with old friends and new. Make your own ice cream sandwich. Watch a movie. Play a card game. Whatever. Our Teen Dept will be just taking it easy with ice cream.
Ice cream supplied by a generous in-kind donation from Bluebell Ice Creamery.
Intended for ages 12 – 17.
Magician Arthur Atsma
Fri, June 30, Noon
Behold the skills of the talented Arthur Atsma! Arthur has been practicing the art of attention manipulation for over 20 years. Certain to have the audience in stitches and awed, Arthur’s skills are magical.
Intended as a family program; all ages welcome to attend.
PROGRAMS AT OUR BRANCH LIBRARIES
Boston Library -
Story Time & Craft
Mon, June 26, 11:00am
Intended for ages 2 -6 with their caregivers.
Magician Arthur Atsma
Wed, June 28, 11:00am
Behold the skills of the talented Arthur Atsma! Arthur has been practicing the art of attention manipulation for over 20 years. Certain to have the audience in stitches and awed, Arthur’s skills are magical. Intended as a family program; all ages welcome to attend.
Coolidge Library -
Youth Arts & Crafts: Friendship Bracelets
Tues, June 27, 2:30pm
Intended for ages 5 -17.
Magician Arthur Atsma
Wed, June 28, 4:00pm
Behold the skills of the talented Arthur Atsma! Arthur has been practicing the art of attention manipulation for over 20 years. Certain to have the audience in stitches and awed, Arthur’s skills are magical. Intended as a family program; all ages welcome to attend.
Meigs Library -
Magician Arthur Atsma
Thurs, June 29, 2:00pm
Behold the skills of the talented Arthur Atsma! Arthur has been practicing the art of attention manipulation for over 20 years. Certain to have the audience in stitches and awed, Arthur’s skills are magical. Intended as a family program; all ages welcome to attend.
Ochlocknee Library -
Diabetes Prevention w/UGA
Mon, June 26, 3:00pm
Stop in to learn a bit about diabetes from UGA Extension. Olivia Tumlin, Family and Consumer Sciences agent, will be discussing the various ways to prevent diabetes as well as treating both pre- and existing diabetes. Intended for ages 18+, but all ages are welcome to attend.
Pollinators & the Food System w/UGA
Tues, June 27, 3:00pm
Learn a bit about the importance of pollination in the food cycle from UGA Extension. Olivia Tumlin, Family and Consumer Sciences agent, will be discussing the role of pollination in the food cycle.
Following the talk, attendees will be able to paint their own flower pot and plant a pollinating plant to take home to assist in the food cycle! Intended for ages 4 – 11 with their caregivers.
Magician Arthur Atsma
Thurs, June 29, 4:00pm
Behold the skills of the talented Arthur Atsma! Arthur has been practicing the art of attention manipulation for over 20 years. Certain to have the audience in stitches and awed, Arthur’s skills are magical. Intended as a family program; all ages welcome to attend.
Pavo Library -
Children's Arts & Crafts: Suncatchers
Tues, June 27, Drop-In Activity
Intended for ages 4 - 12 with their caregivers.
Magician Arthur Atsma
Weds, June 28, 2:00pm
Behold the skills of the talented Arthur Atsma! Arthur has been practicing the art of attention manipulation for over 20 years. Certain to have the audience in stitches and awed, Arthur’s skills are magical. Intended as a family program; all ages welcome to attend.
