Schools and Libraries
January 20, 2023
From: Cartersville Public LibraryDrop by Dellinger Park between January 4th and March 3rd to go on a brand-new Storywalk! Our Winter book is "A Thing Called Snow" by Yuval Zommer.
After you complete the Storywalk, stop by the library for a FREE book of your choice!
Adairsville Library Lego Saturdays!
Join us to get creative and build anything you choose with lots of Legos. The library will provide the Legos while you provide the imagination!
January 28th
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Emmie Nelson Library
Are you planing a trip to Walt Disney World? Take Time to Travel will present tips and tricks for saving money and making the most of you family's vacation.
January 24th at 6 pm
January 4th - March 3rd
Storywalk: A Thing Called Snow
Drop by Dellinger Park between Jan 4th and March 3rd to go on a brand-new Storywalk! Our Winter book is "A Thing Called Snow" by Yuval Zommer! 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 to Cartersville Parks and Rec. for all the support and for co-sponsoring!
Location: Dellinger Park
All Month Long
Curry Spice Kit
Stop by any of our branches throughout the month of January and pick up a Curry Spice Kit! Each kit will include a pack of spices and a recipe, as well as information about the history of curry.
Location: All Branches
Eighteen Artifacts: Story of Jewish Atlanta Banner Exhibit
A 20-panel exhibit based on the Breman Museum's “Eighteen Artifacts: Story of Jewish Atlanta” exhibit. Made possible through a partnership between the Georgia Public Library Service and the Breman Museum.
Location: Cartersville Library
Tuesday, January 24th
Computer Basics: Intro to the Internet
2 pm - 3:30 pm
Learn to search for information online.
Location: Cartersville Library Computer Lab
Euharlee: Cozy Mystery Tea Party Book Club
2 pm
Do you love cozy mysteries or just want to try one out? Fancy a spot of tea? Come join us at the Cozy Mystery Tea Party Book Club to share your current cozy mystery read and light refreshments! Some cozy mysteries to choose from will be on display the whole month of January at the Euharlee Library.
Location: Emmie Nelson Library
Anime Club
5 pm - 6 pm
We are watching Studio Ghibli's Porco Rosso.
Location: Cartersville Library Youth Program Room
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
5 pm - 7:45 pm
Join our weekly D&D 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 Meeting Room
Euharlee: Disney Vacation Planning: What You Need to Know
6 pm
Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World, or have you always wanted to go? On Tuesday, January 24th at 6:00 p.m., Tammy Spivey, an authorized Disney vacation planner, from Take Time To Travel, will present tips and tricks for saving money and making the most of your family’s vacation.
Location: Emmie Nelson Library
Wednesday, January 25th
Afternoon Adventures
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Stories, drama and craft fun for school-aged kids ages 5 and up!
Location: Cartersville Library Youth Program Room
Thursday, January 26th
Bingo
2 pm - 3 pm
Take an afternoon break from stress with Bingo at the library. Have fun, meet new people and win prizes! Game play for adults only.
Location: Cartersville Library Classroom
Book Buddies
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Pair up with a Big Buddy to practice your reading skills and get a free book to take home after each session! Book Buddies is open to children ages 4 - 9. To sign up and to also be a Big Buddy, visit or call the Children's Desk.
Location: Cartersville Youth Program Room
Friday, January 27th
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."
Location: Cartersville Library Classroom
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 Library
?Creation Station
4 pm - 5 pm
This month, we are making Sock Snowmen Plush Toys! Children under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. All materials provided!
Location: Cartersville Library Youth Program Room
Saturday, January 28th
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults
10 am - 4 pm
Join our weekly D&D 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 Conference Room
Adairsville: Lego Saturdays
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
If you're a great Lego builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you.
Join us to get creative and build anything you choose with LOTS of Legos. You can either work on your own creation, or build as a team.
The library will provide the Legos, while the you provide the imagination! All materials must stay at the library, so bring a camera to capture your adventures. Please leave your Legos at home. We don't want you to lose your favorite pieces.
Location: Adairsville Library Meeting Room
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