Upcoming Events

America's 250th Family Storytime, Community

Join us for a special family storytime themed to celebrate our country’s 250th birthday! Family storytimes are designed for children of all ages. Storytimes feature books, fingerplays, and songs. Come read along with us! No registration is required, but children must be accompanied by an adult.

From:
10:30 AM Wednesday, May 20, 2026
To:
11:30 AM Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Location:
Woodstock Public Library Community Room
Campus:
Woodstock Public Library
Audiences:
Youth
Categories:
America 250 Program, Youth

LEGO Lab: America the Beautiful

America is turning 250 years old in 2026! Use LEGO to build some of her most memorable monuments.
 

From:
11:00 AM Saturday, May 30, 2026
To:
11:30 AM Saturday, May 30, 2026
Location:
Rose Creek Public Library Community Room
Campus:
Rose Creek Public Library
Audiences:
Youth
Categories:
America 250 Program, Youth

America250 Trivia

How well do you know American History? Bring a friend (or your children who just learned this at school) and test your knowledge! This program is for all ages and no registration is required.

From:
11:30 AM Tuesday, June 2, 2026
To:
12:30 PM Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Location:
Hickory Flat Public Library Community Room
Campus:
Hickory Flat Public Library
Audiences:
All-Ages
Categories:
All-Ages, America 250 Program

America's 250th: Genealogy: Your Ancestors are Lying to You (Here's How to Catch 'Em)

Unearth your family's story! The records we rely on weren't created for genealogists. And our ancestors weren't always forthcoming either. From fudged ages on marriage records to conveniently modest pension incomes, they had their reasons. This talk reveals the most common ancestral "lies," intentional or not, and the tools to uncover the truth.

From:
2:00 PM Wednesday, June 3, 2026
To:
3:00 PM Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Location:
R.T. Jones Memorial Library Programming Room
Campus:
R.T. Jones Memorial Library
Audiences:
Adults
Categories:
Adults, America 250 Program

Papercrafternoon: Red, White & Blue Puzzle Piece Wreaths

Join us for creative papercrafting! This month, we're transforming old puzzle pieces into vibrant patriotic wreaths. All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own elements to incorporate — ribbon, buttons, fabric scraps, and other embellishments are always welcome. Registration is required.

From:
12:00 PM Thursday, June 4, 2026
To:
2:00 PM Thursday, June 4, 2026
Location:
Gilmer County Library Community Room
Campus:
Gilmer County Library
Audiences:
Adults
Categories:
Adults, America 250 Program
Registration:
Registration is required for this event.

Passports 101 with Bryan Peace

This class walks you step-by-step through the process of applying for a U.S. passport, including required documents, forms, photos, and fees. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of what to bring, how to avoid common mistakes, and how to confidently submit your application.

From:
3:00 PM Thursday, June 4, 2026
To:
4:00 PM Thursday, June 4, 2026
Location:
Pickens County Library Flex Room
Campus:
Pickens County Library
Audiences:
Adults
Categories:
Adults, America 250 Program

J. Hollander Living History

The Pickens County Library and J. Hollander present, "Deerskins & Steel: Trade Between Native Americans & British Colonists," an immersive presentation of early American history in celebration of America250. No registration required. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

From:
10:30 AM Saturday, June 6, 2026
To:
11:30 AM Saturday, June 6, 2026
Location:
Pickens County Library Community Room
Campus:
Pickens County Library
Audiences:
All-Ages
Categories:
All-Ages, America 250 Program

America's 250th Family Storytime, Indigenous Americans

Join us for a special family storytime themed to celebrate our country’s 250th birthday! Family storytimes are designed for children of all ages. Storytimes feature books, fingerplays, and songs. Come read along with us! No registration is required, but children must be accompanied by an adult.

From:
10:30 AM Wednesday, June 10, 2026
To:
11:30 AM Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Location:
Woodstock Public Library Community Room
Campus:
Woodstock Public Library
Audiences:
Youth
Categories:
America 250 Program, Youth

Bingo 4 Books (America250 Themed)

Join us for Bing 4 Books with a twist! We will be incorporating the America250 theme into this Bingo session. No registration required all children need to be accompanied by an adult.

From:
11:00 AM Thursday, June 11, 2026
To:
12:00 PM Thursday, June 11, 2026
Location:
Gilmer County Library Community Room
Campus:
Gilmer County Library
Audiences:
Youth
Categories:
America 250 Program, Youth

Birds of Prey of Georgia

Celebrate Georgia 250 by exploring its natural world! Discover the fascinating world of hawks, owls, falcons, and other raptors that call Georgia home with Master Birder Rose Guerra. Learn how to identify these powerful predators, understand their role in the ecosystem, and explore the adaptations that make them such skilled hunters. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

From:
11:00 AM Friday, June 12, 2026
To:
12:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026
Location:
R.T. Jones Memorial Library Programming Room
Campus:
R.T. Jones Memorial Library
Audiences:
All-Ages
Categories:
All-Ages, America 250 Program