Register for the Summer Reading Program. Fun activities and prizes all summer long!

Shakespeare Tavern:Midsummer, JR!
Join us for an adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream using puppets, live music and props featuring the Shakespear's Tavern!

Friday, June 9th from 10 am to 11 am

Pick up a Mystery Seed Packet at the Children's Desk between June 1st and June 10th. Available while supplies last.

All Month Long
Coronation Chicken Spice Kit

Stop by any of our branches throughout the month of June and pick up a
Coronation Chicken Spice Kit! Each kit will include a pack of spices and a recipe, and information about the history of the Coronation.
 
Location: All Branches
 
Storywalk
Dellinger Park: Enjoy a story and walk around the duck pond! Featuring Soaked - by Abi Cushman

Red Top: Enjoy a story and walk around the paved path near the Ranger Station. Featuring Moth & Butterfuly - TA-DA! by Dev Petty, illustrated by Ana Aranda

After completing the Storywalk for the first time during each session, come to the library for a FREE book of your choice!

June 1st - June 10th
Take and Make Creation Station Kits: Mystery Seeds

Pick up a mystery seed from the Children's Desk and take care of it all summer. Identify it if you can and let us know what you got! Available while supplies last.

Location: Cartersville Library Youth Services Department
 
Monday, June 5th
Smart Phone Film Festival Begins

Create your own movie using your Smartphone! Enter our film festival in one of three categories: drama, comedy, and horror. A screening and awards event will be held in July! Visit the Children's Desk or our website for more information.

Location: Cartersville Library Youth Services Department
 
Adairsville Monday STEM Play (Ages 0 - 5)
10:30 am - 11:30 am

Children are never too young to start doing STEM activities. Join us each Monday for hands on activities that focus on science, technology, engineering, and math.
 
Location: Adairsville Library Meeting Room
 
Tuesday, June 6th
Ask A Lawyer Day
10 am - 2 pm

Georgia Legal Services Program, a nonprofit law firm that provides free civil legal services to Georgians who cannot afford an attorney, offers free 30 minute consultations.  Eligible community members schedule an appointment at the Cartersville Library Reference Desk, 770-382-4203, ext. 138, then meet with an attorney in person, one-on-one, ask questions, and get free legal advice. Schedule your appointment today!

Location: Cartersville Library Study Room B
 
Computer Basics
2 pm - 3:30 pm
Learn to use a computer, mouse, resize windows and more.

Location: Cartersville Library Computer Lab
 
YA Craft Club: Macramé Tapestry - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
4:30 pm - 5:45 pm

Make a macramé wall tapestry! Ages 13+ only. All materials are provided and registration is required. Registration begins May 26th. Call the Children's Desk to register.
770-382-4203 x 136

Location: Cartersville Library Youth Program Room
 
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 [email protected].
 
Location: Cartersville Library Classroom
 
Wednesday, June 7th
Yoga with Susan
10 am - 11:15 am

Susan Rodney will guide us through a gentle yoga practice suitable for adults.  Bring your mat or a large towel.  Bring any props you like to use.

Location: Cartersville Library Meeting Room
 
Senior Movie Matinee: A Man Called Otto
10:30 am - 12:30 pm

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

Location: Cartersville Library Classroom
 
Thursday, June 8th
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
 
Knit & Crochet Group
6 pm - 7:30 pm

Knitters, crocheters, and crafters of all kinds are encouraged to join us each month for socialization, encouragement, or possibly help with your current project.

Bring your projects with you for "show and tell." We look forward to seeing you!

Location: Cartersville Library Conference Room
 
Friday, June 9th
Sit 'N' Stitch
9 am - 12 pm

Needlecrafters of all kinds are encouraged to stop in for this group co-hosted with the Etowah Valley Quilt Guild. Bring your quilting applique, embroidery, needlepoint, cross stitch or beading projects to work on and for "show and tell." 2nd and 4th Friday of each month.

Location: Cartersville Library Classroom