July 9, 16, 23
Walk-A-Storytime
Discover a new interactive storytime rhyme in the amphitheater each week this summer. Follow the signs along the marked path to participate in this fun family activity that encourages physical movement and literacy skills. Scan the QR code at the end of the walk to watch a video about how to do the rhyme at home.
July 12, 19
Family STEM Nights
@ the Library
North Cobb Regional Library
Bring the family to the amphitheater on Mondays this summer from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for a fun STEM activity. Activities may include making paper circuits, rubber band helicopters and experimenting with chemical reactions. Registration opens online at 10 a.m. the Thursday before. In case of rain, activities will move indoors. Contact the Children’s Department with questions, 770-801-5322.
3535 Old 41 Highway, Kennesaw 770-801-5320. www.cobbcat.org/venue/north-cobb-regional-library
July 13, 20
10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mondays 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays
Stop by for songs, stories and rhymes to enhance early literacy and social skills from 10:30-10:50 a.m. or 11:30-11:50 a.m. Parents or caregivers are expected to stay and participate in all activities. Registration opens online at 10 a.m. the Thursday before. All storytime participants must be on the registration list; no walkins allowed. Masks are encouraged for all adults and children age 5 and older.
SUMMER ADVENTURE CHALLENGE www.cobbcounty.org/library/learning-programs/summer Cobb Library System’s fun, social and entertaining summer adventure challenge is open through July 31. This year, it’s easier and more exciting for all ages to enjoy reading and learning all summer:
Young Children
Sign up young kiddos to begin building language and reading skills. Reading to young children, even infants, increases word recognition and vocabulary.
Students K-12
Students are at risk of losing two-three months of reading and math skills during the summer. Keep students learning and engaged by encouraging them to complete the summer adventure challenge.
Adults
Make some time to experience the joys of reading; it’s a great way to relieve stress and engage the brain.
TEEN CRAFT EVENTS 2-3:30 p.m., ages 12-18. All supplies provided. Registration required. All attendees will be in a large room in the library with ample space to spread out. All attendees will be required to adhere to all library policies. For more information, email kristin.gwin@cobbcounty.org or call 770-801-2747.
July 15: Alcohol inks. These inks stain. Wear appropriate clothes in case of an accident. Gloves will be provided. July 22: Beginner weaving.
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AROUND ACWORTH | July 2021
Family Storytime
July 13-15, 20-22 North Cobb Play Cafe
10 a.m.-3 p.m., ages 2-7. Stop by the Play Cafe in the North Cobb Library amphitheater on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays this summer, weather permitting, for self-directed outdoor play stations. No reservations required. Bring snacks.
July 15, 22
Meetups for Special Needs Adults
10:30-11:30 a.m., for adults with special needs and their caregivers. Meet new friends and enjoy stories, crafts, games, movement and music. No registration is required. For more information, email Kristin.Gwin@ cobbcounty.org or Vidhya.Jagannathan@cobbcounty. org, or call 770-801-5320.
July 27
Cover to Cover Book Discussion
Join the July book discussion at the library from 2-3:30 p.m. This month’s title is Ta-Nehisi Coates’ 2019 novel, “The Water Dancer.” Copies of the hardcover book are available at the library. E-book and audio e-books are available via library users’ Overdrive or Libby accounts. For more information, email virginia.everett@ cobbcounty.org or call 770-801-5320.
