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“Check It Out” at the Gilmer Library, Week of 9/28 to 10/3

CHECK IT OUT! – September 28 – October 3, 2015
Heath Lee, Gilmer County Library Branch Manager

Children’s Programs

Family Storytime
Tuesday, September 29 @ 10:30 AM
“Dear Dragon”– Is our weekly theme with associated stories and crafts about Dragon lore. – All ages with adults are welcome.

Lapsit Storytime
Thursday, October 1 @ 10:30 AM

“Dear Dragon” – Lapsit is a fun way to encourage early literacy by including books, songs, rhymes, and physical activity for ages 1 to 3 years with a participating adult. 

Family Storytime
Saturday, October 3 @ 10:30 AM
“A Spooktacular Story” – Stories and a craft – all ages with an adult are welcome.
Young Adult Programs

Teen Coding
Monday, September 28 @ 5:00 PM
Come learn the basics of coding.  Each meeting will build on the previous, but you can work at your own pace.  No computer at home? No problem!  Join at any time!  Ages 12 and up.
Adult Programs

Multi-Coloured
Tuesday, September 29 @ 2:00 PM
Think coloring is just kid’s stuff? Think again! If you’re looking for stress relief, a boost to your creative juices or just a minute of downtime with friends, then you should join us Tuesdays in September from 2PM-4PM. Coloring sheets, pencils, crayons and markers are provided.  You supply a youthful and creative spirit.

Word Lab
Wednesday, September 30 @ 10:30 AM
Last week we explored the basics of Microsoft Word. This week we will continue assisting you with creating your documents, adding content, saving your files and using templates. Registration and an active library card are required.

Lunch & Learn Knitting
Wednesday, September 30 @ 12:00 PM
Bring your brown bag lunch, needles and yarn to the Gilmer County Library. Already know how to knit or crochet, come for the fun! If you are unable to attend a meeting, that’s ok. If knitting, bring #8 needles and yarn of any color. If crocheting, bring G or H hooks and Peaches & Cream cotton yarn of any color.

The Friends of the Library Bookshelf

If you’re not already a Friend of the Library please join us next time you come into the Bookshelf.  Memberships start at only $10.00 and contribute to buying new books (including E-books) for the library’s collection.  You’ll enjoy the monthly newsletter, special events, and will be the first to know about the collections we put out each week.

Bookshelf hours are from 10:30-5:00 on weekdays and from noon-2:00 on Saturdays.

Location and Contact Information

Address: 268 Calvin Jackson Drive, Ellijay, GA 30540.
Phone: 706-635-4528.  Fax: 706-635-3528.
Internet: www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org/gilmer
Facebook: www.facebook.com/GilmerLibrary
Hours: Monday-Thursday 9AM-8PM, Friday and Saturday 9AM-5PM.

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