Fall 2018 Program Guide by cvlga

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2018 programs September - December

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Betsy Lewin

# 1 NY Times bestselling illustrator of Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type and other quirky farmyard sequels.

FREE!

Laura Numeroff

12:00pm

Jennifer Holm

1:00pm

Kwame Alexander

2:00pm

Author of the beloved If You Give series that gave us the marvelous mayhem of Mouse, Pig, Dog, and Moose.

FEATURED

Newberry-winning author and collaborator on the BabyMouse and Squish graphic novel series.

ENTERTAINERS:

Adam the Juggler All Hands Productions Animal Adventures Fiddlin’ Dan Magician Arthur Atsma Storyteller BabaTunde

The poetic author of Rebound and The Crossover whose verse and raps inspire children and teens alike.

FEATURED COSTUMED CHARACTERS: BabyMouse Cookie Mouse

11:00am

Llama Llama Pancake Pig

Kitty Kapow & Professor Whiskers

3:00pm

This musical duo from a far-away planet will rock your socks off with classic childhood favorites and fun original songs!

Festival BookStore

AUTOGRAPHS

CraftOMania

FOOD VENDORS

SIMPLE STEPS GARDEN!

Columbus Makes-To-Take

Especially for Infants - Age 5

High Tech Crafts To Go

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Mark your calendars Library Card Sign Up Month September 1 – 30, 2018 All library branches

Volunteer applications open for the 2019 Guys Read Program cvlga.org/volunteer Monday, September 3

6th Annual Columbus Children's Book Festival Saturday, September 15 10am-4pm Columbus Public Library

Our Stories Live Here: 65 Years of the Mildred L. Terry Public Library September 22, 2018 February 10, 2019 Free Exhibit at the Columbus Museum

NEA Big Read: True Grit October/November 2018

On The Table

Tuesday, October 23 visit cvlga.org/onthetable for details

Wine Women & Shoes Thursday, November 8 Columbus Public Library

Safe Kids Columbus Bike Helmet Giveaway Friday, December 20 4pm Columbus Public Library

Muscogee County Library Foundation Gala January 10, 2019 By Invitation Only Please call (706)243-2786 for more information. Columbus Public Library

Free Author Appearance by Amor Towles January 11, 2019 11:00am Columbus Public Library

Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off: The Wild Rumpus Saturday, May 18, 2019 Columbus Public Library

COLUMBUS CHILDREN’S BOOK FESTIVAL

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10-11 12-14 MILDRED L. TERRY PUBLIC LIBRARY

NORTH COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY

15-16 12-14 SOUTH COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY

CUSSETACHATTAHOOCHEE PUBLIC LIBRARY

RESOURCES OF THE MONTH

MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

PARKS MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY

The NEA BIG READ

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Children and Family Programs All children’s programs will take place in the Aflac Storytime Room unless otherwise indicated. The Mic Drop: Kids’ Open Mic (Ages 8-11) Are you a poet, an awesome dancer, singer, rapper, actor or even a comedian? Forget that stage fright and show us your star power! Perform your talent on stage at The Mic Drop, an open mic especially for kids. Even if you don’t perform, come for the snacks and support your super talented peers! Arrive on time to sign-up. Seven minute max per routine. Options for lighting and music are available! Sat. September 1 @ 4:30pm Sat. October 6 @ 4:30pm Sat. November 17 @ 4:30pm Sat. December 15 @ 4:30pm Auditorium Mini Makers (Ages 3-5) Wear your play clothes and join us for some creative crafting at the library! Kick start your preschooler’s creativity with fun educational projects that get them interacting with art, science, and more! And the best part...no clean up! Nature Painting: Tues. September 4 @ 10:30am Ultimate Building Challenge: Tues. September 18 @ 10:30am Silly Sensory Play: Tues. October 2 @ 10:30am Life-Size Candyland: Tues. October 16 @ 10:30am NOTE: This session will take place in the Synovus Meeting Room, Side A

Mini Mixed Media: Tues. October 30 @ 10:30am Tiny Tech: Tues. November 13 @ 10:30am Crackle! Fizz! Pop!: Tues. November 27 @ 10:30am Toy Sculptures: Tues. December 11 @ 10:30am Late Nights at the Library (Ages 8-11) Mystery, mayhem, and adventure! Sometimes snacks… Live the Late Night Life every Tuesday after 5pm! Jail Break Escape Room: Tues. September 4 @ 5:00pm What is it? Mystery: Tues. September 11 @ 5:00pm Miscreant Cosmetics: a DIY for the Punk and the Pretty: Tues. September 18 @ 5:00pm

Slimeballs: A Gak Challenge: Tues. September 25 @ 5:00pm Live Action Clue Murder Mystery: Tues. October 2 @ 5:00pm Creep it Real: Ghoulin Around 101: Tues. October 9 @ 5:00pm Fangs and Feedings: A Nasty Way to Snack: Tues. October 16 @ 5:00pm It’s Called Fashion: Costume Fashion Walk: Tues. October 23 @ 5:00pm Minute to Win It Challenge: Tues. November 6 @ 5:00pm Adventure Collector: Tues. November 13 @ 5:00pm Caught Caring: Tues. November 20 @ 5:00pm Thanksgiving Cook Off: Pancakes Party: Tues. November 27 @ 5:00pm Ready, Set, RACE! Amazing Race Inspired Game: Tues. December 4 @ 5:00pm Winter Wonderland Extravaganza: Tues. December 11 @ 5:00pm Snow Big Deal: Faux-Ball Fight: Tues. December 18 @ 5:00pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A Family Storytime (Ages 3-5) – NEW! Family Storytime is a fun and engaging program for the whole family! Children will listen to stories, learn new songs, rhymes, and finger plays, participate in flannel activities, watch puppet shows, and more! Wed. September 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 10:30am Wed. October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 @ 10:30am Wed. November 7, 14, 28 @ 10:30am Wed. December 5, 12, 19 @ 10:30am Creative Crawlers (Ages 0-24 months) Creative Crawlers is a drop-in social hour that encourages children to learn through play and art. Children will be able to play with sensory bins and explore their creativity through small art activities, puppets, and toys. Wed. September 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 11:30am Wed. October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 @ 11:30am Wed. November 7, 14, 28 @ 11:30am Wed. December 5, 12, 19 @ 11:30am Time for Tots (Ages 18-36 months) Time for Tots is a fun, high-energy reading program that aids in children’s speech development and motor coordination, while helping them gain valuable pre-reading skills. Activities may involve stories, books, language, rhymes, music, movement, puppets, and toys. Thur. September 6, 13, 20, 27 @ 10:30am Thur. October 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 10:30am Thur. November 1, 8, 15, 29 @ 10:30am Thur. December 6, 13, 20 @ 10:30am

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Ask a Librarian (All Ages, Family Friendly) – NEW! It starts with a question, and we know you’re full of them! School? Computers? Projects? Challenges? We’re here to support you and help you find the answers you want and need. Thur. September 6, 27 @ 6:00pm Thur. October 4, 11, 25 @ 6:00pm Thur. November 1, 29 @ 6:00pm Thur. December 6, 13 @ 6:00pm Rothschild Technology Room Thur. September 13, 20 @ 6:00pm Thur. October 18 @ 6:00pm Thur. November 15 @ 6:00pm Thur. December 20 @ 6:00pm Aflac Storytime Room Music ‘n Motion – NEW! During this structured play time, children will be encouraged to explore music through songs, puppets, books, creative movement and physical activities! Connect and socialize with other families while helping your little ones build early literacy skills and develop motor skills through music and play! Fri. September 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 10:30am Fri. October 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 10:30am Fri. November 2, 9, 16, 30 @ 10:30am Fri. December 7, 14, 21 @ 10:30am Kids’ Yoga Storytime (Ages 3-5) Get active at the library! This weekly combination of yoga and storytime uses books, puppets, songs, rhymes, and games to teach your child basic yoga poses and mindfulness techniques. Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their child. Yoga mats are provided but participants may also bring their own. Beginners welcome! Fri. September 7, 21 @ 11:30am Fri. October 5, 19 @ 11:30am Fri. November 2, 16, 30 @ 11:30am Fri. December 14 @ 11:30am Puppy Tales Get comfortable as you read aloud one of your favorite books to one or more sweet, lovable certified therapy dogs! Bring your own book or choose one from the children’s department to read! Sat. September 8, 22 @ 2:00pm Sat. October 13, 27 @ 2:00pm Sat. November 10, 24 @ 2:00pm Sat. December 8, 22 @ 2:00pm

Preschool Adventures (Ages 3-5 years) Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for socialization and interaction with peers. Children will listen to read-alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and puppets may allow for audience participation to reinforce that reading is fun! Mon. September 10, 17, 24 @ 10:30am Mon. October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 10:30am Mon. November 5, 19, 26 @ 10:30am Mon. December 3, 10, 17 @ 10:30am Tiny Tales (Ages 0-24 months) Tiny Tales is a fun program that introduces babies and toddlers to books and language activities. Parents are encouraged to take on the role as their child’s first teacher. Activities may involve stories, books, rhymes, music, movement, finger plays, puppets and educational toys. Mon. September 10, 17, 24 @ 11:05am Mon. October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 11:05am Mon. November 5, 19, 26 @ 11:05am Mon. December 3, 10, 17 @ 11:05am LEGOs® in the Library (Ages 0-11) Join us for an hour of LEGO®-tastic fun! We’ll have challenges to complete if you’d like, or you can just use your imagination: the sky’s the limit! Mon. September 10, 17, 24 @ 4:30pm Mon. October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 4:30pm Mon. November 5, 19, 26 @ 4:30pm Mon. December 3, 10, 17 @ 4:30pm Discovery Hub (Ages 3-5) Discover today… and tomorrow! Here at Discovery Hub we let imagination lead the way as we look at fun ways to explore our world. We All Fit Together: Tues. September 11 @ 10:30am It’s More Than a Game: Tues. September 25 @ 10:30am Think Outside the Trash: Tues. October 9 @ 10:30am Scare You Silly: Tues. October 23 @ 10:30am Once Upon a Time: Tues. November 6 @ 10:30am Healthy Habits: Tues. November 20 @ 10:30am Ooey Gooey: Tues. December 4 @ 10:30am It’s All About Me: Tues. December 18 @ 10:30am Sensory Storytime – NEW! Sensory Storytime is an inclusive program designed to appeal to children of all ages and abilities. This program includes a variety of stories, songs, and activities specifically designed to encourage participation and engagement. Fri. September 14, 28 @ 11:30am Fri. October 12, 26 @ 11:30am Fri. November 9 @ 11:30am Fri. December 7, 21 @ 11:30am

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Trick or Treat Around the Library (Ages 11 and under) Have a SPOOKtacular good time Trick or Treating around the Columbus Public Library! We will read not-so-scary stories at 4:30pm in the Aflac Storytime Room. Wed. October 31 @ 4:00pm

Teen Writing Workshop Calling all writers! Join us as we discuss our writing and play writing games to get the creative juices flowing. Participants may bring their writing projects to share with others. Tues. September 11 @ 4:00pm Tues. November 13 @ 4:00pm

Winter Holiday Extravaganza for Children (Ages 11 and under) Get ready for the Holiday season in the Aflac Children’s Department! Have fun decorating our Holiday tree and making crafts to take home! We’ll have treats for those who participate! Fri. November 30 @ 4:00pm

International Cooking Class Some say the best way to get to know a culture is through sampling its food, but an even better way is learning how to cook it. These cooking classes give you a hands-on introduction to the cuisines of India, Mexico, Italy, and Japan. Space is limited. For more information or to register please call or visit the Columbus Public Library Teen Department, 706-243-2690. Attendees MUST give 24-hour cancellation notice to allow others on the waiting list to attend. Wed. September 12 @ 4:00pm Wed. October 10 @ 4:00pm Wed. November 14 @ 4:00pm Wed. December 12 @ 4:00pm

A Visit from Santa! The world’s jolliest man visits the Columbus Public Library once again! He’ll be reading The Polar Express and all children will have the opportunity to share their Christmas wish-list. Parents are invited to bring their cameras to take pictures! Wed. December 12 @ 4:00pm Aflac Children’s Department New Year’s at Noon for Children Come join us for an early count down to the New Year… kids’ style! We’ll have fun activities and crafts until the stroke of noon when we’ll celebrate as if it were midnight! Mon. December 31 @ 11:00am

Teen Programs Teen programs are open to youth in grades 6-12. Unless otherwise indicated, all teen programs will take place in the Teen department. TAG: Teen Advisory Group If you are interested in making an impact in the library join the Teen Advisory Group! Teens will get the opportunity to help organize upcoming programs, choose library material, and help with community projects. Tues. September 4 @ 4:00pm Tues. October 2 @ 4:00pm Tues. November 6 @ 4:00pm Teen Group Games Use your skills of intrigue, deception, and zombie survival to win these challenges. Join us every month to play a new and competitive group game. Hunger Games Balloon War: Wed. September 5 @ 4:00pm Humans vs. Zombies: Wed. October 3 @ 4:00pm Capture the Flag or Spy for International Games Week: Wed. November 7 @ 4:00pm

Craftivism Teens! Love to craft? In to activism? Then join us each month as we create craft projects that benefit our community. Thur. September 13 @ 4:00pm Thur. October 4 @ 4:00pm Thur. November 1 @ 4:00pm Thur. December 6 @ 4:00pm Teen Chess Club All skill levels are welcome. Learn the game or hone your talents amongst peers! Mon. September 17 @ 4:00pm Mon. October 15 @ 4:00pm Mon. November 19 @ 4:00pm Mon. December 17 @ 4:00pm Multicultural Crafts Learn more about other cultures while making crafts from around the world. Jewish New Year: Tues. September 18 @ 4:00pm Día De Los Muertos: Tues. October 16 @ 4:00pm Native American: Tues. November 20 @ 4:00pm Scandinavian Yule Ornaments: Tues. December 18 @ 4:00pm Teens Knit Ever wanted to make your own hats and scarves? Learn how to knit or hone your knitting skills at our monthly meetings. Wed. September 19 @ 4:00pm Wed. October 17 @ 4:00pm Wed. November 21 @ 4:00pm Wed. December 19 @ 4:00pm

Create-A-Comic Use your super skills to create your own unique manga or comic book with the help of our archive. Mon. September 10 @ 4:00pm

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Anime Club Eat ramen and other delicious snacks while we watch a different series of anime each time. Thur. September 20 @ 4:00pm Thur. October 18 @ 4:00pm Thur. November 15 @ 4:00pm Thur. December 20 @ 4:00pm 3D Printing 101 Curious about the library’s 3D printer, but aren’t sure where to begin? Join us as we teach you how to design your own objects using TinkerCAD. Introductory Class: Mon. September 24 @ 4:00pm Costume Accessories: Mon. October 29 @ 4:00pm Cookie Cutters: Mon. November 26 @ 4:00pm Rothschild Technology Room Clothing Rx Torn t-shirt? Missing buttons? Backpack strap coming off? Bring your stuff in and we’ll work on it together. Spots are limited, so sign up for your chance to learn this skill. 2-6 persons per 1-hour session. Tues. September 25 @ 4:00pm (Session 1) Tues. September 25 @ 5:00pm (Session 2) Tues. November 27 @ 4:00pm (Session 1) Tues. November 27 @ 5:00pm (Session 2) Banned Book BINGO In celebration of Banned Book Week, we will discuss why books have either been banned or challenged while playing BINGO. Wed. September 26 @ 4:00pm Timid Traveler’s Club Have you ever been too scared, shy, or nervous to travel? Maybe you’re intimidated by a language barrier, different customs, or how to even get there. Join us once a month to learn the basics of a new language for visiting another country, how to be sensitive and polite when maneuvering through a new culture, and traveling tips on packing, studying abroad in college, how to get a cab, and other helpful information! Hindi and India: Thur. September 27 @ 4:00pm Spanish, Latin America, and Spain: Thur. October 25 @ 4:00pm French, West Africa, and France: Thur. November 29 @ 4:00pm Teen Podcasting 101 Learn everything you need to know about podcasting and create your own utilizing our teen media lab! Mon. October 1 @ 4:00pm Mon. December 3 @ 4:00pm

Teen Read Week Programs Expect Respect: A Healthy Relationships Workshop for Teens You’re invited to join us for an informative workshop about building healthy relationships of all kinds. Our guest speaker from Right from the Start will discuss relationship development, creating boundaries, and aiming to be in the “safe zone”. Snacks will be provided. Mon. October 8 @ 4:00pm It’s Written in Your Stars Help us Celebrate Teen Read Week by joining us for an entertaining afternoon of cosmic self-discovery. Learn more about yourself and how you relate to others with fun quizzes, activities, and crafts. Discover more about your zodiac sign then try and figure out which one matches your favorite fictional characters. Chart your future using the palm of your hand, find your magic number, and more. For entertainment purposes only. Tues. October 9 @ 4:00pm Hovercraft and Rocket Plane Space Race Bring your friends and work together to build hovercrafts and rocket planes using simple craft materials and drone parts. Then race them through our galactic obstacle course to see who wins the Space Race. Thur. October 11 @ 4:00pm

Scented Skull Bath Bombs Learn to make frightfully fun and easy skull shaped bath bombs using natural ingredients and essential oils. Mon. October 22 @ 4:00pm DIY Woven Wall Hangings Learn how create a decorative mini woven wall hanging. Wed. October 23 @ 4:00pm Paper Costume Challenge See what kind of creative costumes you can put together using only paper products, tape, glue, and scissors. Tues. October 30 @ 4:00pm Scary Movie Screening – You Help Choose the Movie! Help us decide how to be scared at our Halloween scary movie screening. Visit the Teen Department at Columbus Public Library between Sunday, October 21 and Saturday, October 27 to vote for the title you think we should watch. Wed. October 31 @ 4:00pm Auditorium International Games Week: Bloxels Video Game Creation Bring your friends and learn to create video games out of blocks. Mon. November 5 @ 4:00pm Cardboard Construction Challenge See what you can build using only cardboard and our new Makedo Construction kits. Wed. November 28 @ 4:00pm

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Silent Night Silent Library Can you hold it together while completing some wacky challenges guaranteed to make you laugh? If you are up for the challenge, join us for Silent Library where you will compete against other teams to see who can finish the most tasks without making a sound. Wed. December 5 @ 4:00pm DIY Washi Tape Holiday Cards & Gift Tags Get into the holiday spirit as we craft and make our own festive holiday cards and fun gift tags out of washi tape. Mon. December 10 @ 4:00pm Bullet Journals Basics A bullet journal is a cross between a planner, to do list and a diary and has been described as an “analog solution for the digital age.” Learn how to create your own bullet journal at this workshop. We will not only show you what a bullet journal is and can do for you, but we will provide supplies so you can start your own! Tues. December 11 @ 4:00pm Holiday Cookie Baking Made a cookie cutter during our 3D printing 101 program, but you don’t know how to make cookies? Stop by the Teen Department to put those cookie cutters to good use as we make and decorate cookies. Thur. December 13 @ 4:00pm

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Book Clubs Brown Bag Book Club for Homeschooled Teens Are you a homeschooled teen? Start the week off right by bringing a brown bag lunch to the Columbus Public Library Teen Department for book discussions and related activities. We will work together as a group to choose specific book titles or general themes. Tues. August 28 @ 12noon Tues. September 4 @ 12noon Tues. October 2 @ 12noon Tues. November 6 @ 12noon Tues. December 4 @ 12noon

Movies and More Book to Movie Club For those that love reading the book just as much as they love watching the movie. Join us as we discuss the differences between popular teen books and their movie adaptations. Check out our Facebook page for updates on the books we will be reading for the book club. Interest Meeting: Sat. September 29 @ 3:00pm Book Discussion & Movie Screening: Sat. October 27 @ 3:00pm Book Discussion & Movie Screening: Sat. December 8 @ 3:00pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side B

Teen & Adult Programs These are specially designed programs for both Teens and Adults! Individuals and families are welcome. Frankenstein’s 200th Birthday Inter-generational Reading, Movie, and Craft Inter-generational reading is here! Start with a classic that is on many Summer Reading Lists: Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Families can read together and then come to the library to talk about it. Adults that never had time to read the original will find a richer story than anything seen in film adaptations. After a brief discussion, we will show the first Frankenstein movie ever made, and make some Frankenstein Phlegm. All parents are welcome but seats are limited to the first 15 students to register. To register, call 706-243-2687. Fri. September 7 @ 3:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side B

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Murder Mystery Help! Someone’s been done in at the Library! PLEASE, Super Sleuths, come help us solve the mystery. We know that clues abound in the building, but you must find them using the Library’s resources! Participants will be placed into groups of 5 or 6 to solve the mystery! For ages 12+. Registration is limited to the first 50 people. To reserve your spot call 706-243-2687. Fri. October 26 @ 6:30pm Cupcake Decorating for Teens and Adults Make your cupcakes extra special! Come to the library and practice with pre-made icing and different icing tips to make leaves, flowers, fancy borders, etc. Ages 12+. Limited to first 10 registrants. To register, call 706-243-2687. Fri. November 9 @ 3:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side B

Adult Programs Chess at the Library Whether you’re a grandmaster or you just want to learn how to play, come join us for chess every other Tuesday and on the first Saturday of each month. We provide a social atmosphere where anyone can enjoy meeting other chess players. Group lessons(*) are hosted once a month Sat. September 1 @ 3:30pm Sat. October 6 @ 3:30pm Sat. November 3 @ 3:30pm Sat. December 1 @ 3:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side B Tues. September 11*, 25 @ 5:30pm Tues. October 9*, 23 @ 5:30pm Tues. November 20* @ 5:30pm Tues. December 4*, 18 @ 5:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A Alt-Aerobics Lay back and rock out to this yoga-program with a twist, as we combine great alt-rock and alternative music with stretches of the body and mind. We’ll theme up each month with a music twist as well. Bring your own mats! AlternaYoga: Tues. September 4 @ 6:00pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A Zombie Survival Zumba: Tues. October 2 @ 6:00pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A Riots Not Diets Riot Grrrl Yoga: Tues. November 20 @ 6:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side B Holidaze Yoga: Tues. December 11 @ 6:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side B

Meeples at the Library Drop in and join the Meeples of Columbus to play lots of board games at the library! Bring your favorite game or join a game. Open to all skill levels, even if you’ve never played. Games generally played include: Ticket to Ride, Tsuro, Carcassone Discovery, Splendor, Great Western Trail, Blokus, and many others. Sat. September 8, 29 @ 10:00am Sat. October 6, 20, 27 @ 10:00am Sat. November 17 @ 10:00am Sat. December 1, 15, 22 @ 10:00am Synovus Meeting Room, Side A Adaptive Art for Adults Create a work of art with people from around the community. These adapted, inclusive crafts are perfect for adults of all ability levels. Materials are provided. Mason Leaf Jars: Tues. September 18 @ 6:00pm Painted Mini Pumpkins: Tues. October 16 @ 6:00pm Leaf Print Tiles: Tues. November 13 @ 6:00pm Christmas Cards: Tues. December 11 @ 6:00pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A What’s a Credit Score and Why Does It Matter? How important is your credit score? Is a score of 520 enough to qualify for a car loan? Who is Equifax and what do they know about me? Come find out answers to these and other questions at our Credit Score workshop. Fri. September 28 @ 3:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side B Classic Card Games for Adults Meet other card lovers and play your favorite classic card games or learn a new one! Bridge, canasta, rummy, rook, and others. Cards and instructions provided. Wed. October 3, 17 @ 2:00pm Wed. November 14 @ 2:00pm Wed. December 5, 19 @ 2:00pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A Introduction to Finding Grants This program will introduce you to the Foundation Center and how to use its website to grant opportunities for your non-profit. Attendees will have the opportunity to follow along on a computer and practice searching for grants and funding. No registration is required, but space may be limited to the first 10 attendees. Please call the Adult Services desk at 706-243-2787 for more information. Wed. October 3 @ 3:00pm Wed. December 12 @ 3:00pm Rothschild Technology Room

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Still-Life Drawing Hour Enjoy an hour to focus on creating a still-life drawing in a non-judgmental environment. Paper and pencils will be provided, but feel free to bring your own drawing supplies. All skill levels are welcome. No reservation required. Fri. October 19 @ 4:30pm Fri. November 16 @ 4:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A A Celebration of Modern Art Celebrate modern art by experimenting with different types of mediums, listening to a lecture from Professor Melissa HerbertJohnson from the Columbus State University Department of Art and watching various screenings on modern art topics. Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate on an art piece with people from around the community. Sat. November 3 @ 1:00pm Auditorium and Synovus Meeting Room, Side A Dump That Junk (and Make It Art)! Join us as we create art out of recyclables and talk about the start of found object art (including one of the most famous toilets in the world). Tues. November 27 @ 6:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side B Upcycling Glass Candle Jars We will be upcycling and re-purposing large glass candle jars (with tops) using colorful acrylic paints. Perfect for holiday gift giving! Ages 18+. Limited to first 10 registrants. Please call the Adult Services Desk at 706-243-2687 to register or for questions. Fri. November 30 @ 3:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side B 1970 Atlanta Pop Festival with Dr. Gary Sprayberry In early July 1970, an estimated 300,000 people descended upon the tiny rural community of Byron, Georgia, for the Atlanta International Pop Festival. A three day festival featuring an incredible lineup of performers that included the Allman Brothers, B.B. King, Grand Funk Railroad, and Jimi Hendrix. It was, in many ways, a coming out party for southern freaks and Atlanta’s hip community. Learn more from guest lecturer Dr. Gary Sprayberry, Professor of History at Columbus State University. Sat. December 1 @ 3:00pm Auditorium

Genealogy and Family History Programs Grandparents Day: Record your Family Stories Grandparents and grandchildren are invited to learn some tips on creating high-quality recordings of your classic family stories. Attendees are encouraged to bring items related to their story for the recordings. Smartphones are required for this program. Thur. September 6 @ 6:00pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A Introduction to Family History This class will cover the basics on how to start your family history research. Subjects covered will included genealogy forms, how to read and use census data and how to access local, state, federal and religious resources. Space is limited and registration is required for this event. To make a reservation please call the Genealogy Department at 706-243-2681. Tues. September 25 @ 2:00pm Tues. November 20 @ 2:00pm Rothschild Technology Room Genealogy on the Internet This class will look at what’s available on the internet to help the participants in their family history research. Particular emphasis will be placed on ancestry.com library edition and familysearch.org. Space is limited and registration is required for this event. To make a reservation, please call the Genealogy Department at 706-243-2681. Tues. October 2 @ 2:00pm Tues. November 27 @ 2:00pm Rothschild Technology Room Family History Preservation Columbus Public Library will celebrate National Family History Month by providing the community with an opportunity to professionally preserve irreplaceable family history documents in a digital format. There is a three item limit and examples of items that can be preserved are recipes, photos, and government documents. Space is limited and registration is required for this event. To make a reservation please call the Genealogy Department at 706-243–2681. Sat. October 6 @ All Day Genealogy Department

Matchbox Weaving Come create a mini weaving project, using matchboxes as a loom! All materials will be provided. No reservation required. Wed. December 12 @ 6:30pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A

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Ask Your Grandmother A simple genealogy program for those older adults who wish to leave a family history legacy for their children and grandchildren. Space is limited and registration is required for this events. To make a reservation please call the Genealogy Department at 706-243-2681. Wed. October 10 @ 2:00pm Wed. December 5 @ 2:00pm Rothschild Technology Room

Book Clubs Grit & Bourbon Celebrate the NEA Big Read celebration of Charles Portis’ True Grit as the Duke would himself...with bourbon and his favorite past time, bridge and hearts. Attendees are responsible for purchasing their own food and drinks. Thur. November 1 @ 6:00pm Smoke Bourbon and BBQ, 1047 Broadway I, Read Sci-Fi Book Club Join us as we venture into the world of science fiction! We meet once a month to nerd out together and discuss our current book choice. We will explore everything from classic to contemporary sci-fi. Call the library or find us on Facebook for more information. Participants are responsible for their own food/beverages. Tues. September 25 @ 6:30pm Tues. October 30 @ 6:30pm Tues. November 20 @ 6:30pm Tues. December 18 @ 6:30pm Iron Bank Coffee, 6 11th St

Comic and Graphic Novel Meet Up for Adults Graphic Novel and Comic lovers unite! Read one or both of the listed comics/graphic novel on our new e-resource Hoopla, which means you to read comics and graphic novels virtually! We’ll discuss the art, storyline and cultural relevance. Monet: Itinerant of Light by Salva Rubio and Spider-Man: Vengeance of Venom by David Michelinie Sun. September 30 @ 4:00pm Monstress Vol. 1 by Marjorie Liu and Spawn Origins Collection Vol. 1 by Todd McFarlane Sun. October 21 @ 4:00pm

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The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui and Incredible Hulk: Planet Hulk by Greg Pak Sat. November 10 @ 4:00pm Redlands Vol. 1 by Jordie Bellaire and Titans Vol. 1: The Return of Wally West Sun. December 2 @ 4:00pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A

Computer Classes All classes are held in the Rothschild Technology Room. Registration is suggested. Please call the Adult Services Department at 706-243-2687 for more information or to register for a class. Typing and Mouse Basics Thur. September 6 @ 10:15am Thur. October 4 @ 10:15am Thur. November 1 @ 10:15am Computer Basics Thur. September 13 @ 10:15am Thur. October 11 @ 10:15am Thur. November 8 @ 10:15am Internet Basics Thur. September 20 @ 10:15am Thur. October 18 @ 10:15am Thur. November 15 @ 10:15am Job Search Lab Need help with resumes, cover letters, or job applications? We’ll help you update an old one or start a new one. Come learn about the library’s free job resources. You can even use your library card to check-out a necktie to wear to your next big interview! Thur. September 20 @ 5:30pm Thur. October 18 @ 5:30pm Thur. November 15 @ 5:30pm Rothschild Technology Room

Monday Movies We show popular movies, documentaries, foreign films, and Indie winners. Please visit the library website for movie titles. Mon. September 17 @ 7 PM Mon. October 15 @ 7 PM Mon. October 29 @ 7 PM Mon. November 5 @ 7 PM Mon. November 19 @ 7 PM Mon. December 3 @ 7 PM Mon. December 17 @ 7 PM Auditorium Manhattan Short: A Global Film Festival 300 venues. Six continents. One week. One glorious film festival! The Columbus Public Library is pleased to serve as a venue for the world’s largest short film festival-Manhattan Short. Join over 100,000 filmgoers nationwide to help choose this year’s best short films. Past winners have gone on to win Academy Awards and other international recognition. Films are unrated and may contain adult content. Sat. September 29 @ 2:30pm Mon. October 1 @ 7:00pm Auditorium Halloween “Rocks” & Movie: Hocus Pocus (PG) Join us for an evening of Halloween fun! Paint a rock to keep, hide or give to a friend. Whether it be a ghost, pumpkin or witch, the choice is yours! Then watch a family favorite with us, Hocus Pocus! Fri. October 26 @ 2:00pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A

Holiday “Rocks” & Movie: The Santa Clause (PG) Join us for an evening of holiday fun! Paint a rock to keep, hide or give it as a present to a friend. Come watch a family favorite with us, The Santa Clause! Fri. December 7 @ 2:00pm Synovus Meeting Room, Side A “Not-So-Christmas” Christmas Movie: Batman Returns (PG-13) Tired of all the same Christmas movies played year after year? Come watch Batman, Catwoman and Penguin battle it out for Gotham City with just a little bit of Christmas cheer. Fri. December 14 @ 3:00pm Auditorium Movies to Build Strong Family Relationships This movie series will feature films focusing on building strong healthy family relationships. Each film will be followed by an open forum, led by a Right from the Start facilitator, with a focus on the movie’s topic. Forum: The Context of Marriage Barefoot in the Park (G) Sat. October 20 @ 2:30pm Auditorium Forum: Blending Families Yours, Mine and Ours (NR) Sat. November 10 @ 2:30pm Auditorium Forum: Marriage Mindset My Favorite Wife (NR) Sat. December 22 @ 2:30pm Auditorium

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Movies and More Saturday Movies Join us for an afternoon movie. Please visit the library website for movie titles. Sat. September 8 @ 2:30 PM Sat. September 22 @ 2:30 PM Sat. October 13 @ 2:30 PM Sat. October /27 @ 2:30 PM Sat. November 10 @ 2:30 PM Sat. November 24 @ 2:30 PM Sat. December 8 @ 2:30 PM Sat. December 22 @ 2:30 PM Auditorium

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Mildred L. Terry PUBLIC LIBRARY 640 Veterans Parkway, Columbus, GA 31901 | 706-243-2782 Children and Family Programs Click, Clack, Type! Meet the “home keys” before you meet “homework”. We can help your preschooler prepare to type! Call 706-243-2782 to reserve a 30 minute slot! Sat. September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 10:00am Sat. October 6, 13, 20, 27 @ 10:00am Sat. November 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 10:00am Sat. December 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 10:00am Rock Painting @ Your Library! The craze of decorating rocks and hiding them for others to find is popular! Join us for a family-friendly morning of rock painting. We’ll provide rocks, books for inspiration and painting supplies, but you are welcome to bring your own. To reserve your space call 706-243-2782. Sat. September 1 @ 10:30am Courtyard Unplug From the Computer for Chess’ Sake Studies show that the game of Chess can help you academically and socially. Meet community mentors who want to teach you the art and joy of playing Chess. It may be worth an “A”! Tues. September 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 4:30pm Tues. October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 @ 4:30pm Tues. November 6, 13, 20, 27 @ 4:30pm Tues. December 4, 11, 18 @4:30pm Family Area Harry Potter Night Harry Potter fans - take Platform 9 ¾ to a Hogwarts satellite campus – the Mildred L. Terry Public Library. Costumes are encouraged! Photo ops, legilimency, trivia, music, arithmancy, and crafts await! Muggles are always welcome! Call 706-243-2782 for more information. Tues. September 4 @ 6:30pm Tues. October 2 @ 6:30pm Tues. November 6 @ 6:30pm Tues. December 4 @ 6:30pm Preschool Adventures (Ages 3-5) Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for age-appropriate socialization and interaction with peers. Kids will listen to read-alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and musical instruments allow for audience participation and storytime fun! Wed. September 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 10:30am Wed. October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 @ 10:30am Wed. November 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 10:30am Wed. December 5, 12, 19 @ 10:30am

Tiny Tales (Ages 0-2 years) Tiny Tales is a fun program that introduces babies and toddlers to books and language activities. Parents are encouraged to relish their role as their child’s first teacher. Activities may involve stories, books, rhymes, music, movement, finger plays, puppets and educational toys. Wed. September 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 11:15am Wed. October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 @11:15am Wed. November 7, 14, 21, 28 @11:15am Wed. December 5, 12, 19, 26 @11:15am Family Sign Language This is an introduction and opportunity to learn and practice basic signs and sentences. The goal is to become comfortable with American Sign Language and explore a new way to make friends. Wed. September 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 4:00pm Wed. October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 @ 4:00pm Wed. November 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 4:00pm Grandparent’s Day Celebration Whether you say “Abuela”/“Abuelo”, “Bibi”/“Babu”, “Awa”/“Tata”, “Yaya”/“Pappoús”, let’s create a special Grandparents’ Day memory in the library! Fri. September 7 @ 4:30pm Uno, Dos, Tres Craft! Uno, Dos, Tres Craft introduces Spanish to children in a hands-on form. Through crafts and stories, concepts as numbers, colors, animals and family are used to explore a new culture. Sat. September 8, 22 @ 3:00pm Sat. October 6, 20 @ 3:00pm Sat. November 3, 17 @ 3:00pm Sat. December 1, 15, 29 @ 3:00pm Friends of Libraries Room American Sign Language: Silent Chat Come practice your American Sign Language skills in a friendly, casual environment. Every ASL skill-level welcomed. The goal is signing only. No voices please! Mon, September 10, 17, 24 @ 4:00pm Mon. October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 4:00pm Mon. November 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 4:00pm Family Fun Night Enjoy “F” rated programs and Fantastic Family Fun - sometimes even a Favorite Food! Literacy activities and resources to promote student success and foster connections with your child’s school will be offered. Tues. September 25 @ 6:30pm Tues. October 23 @ 6:30pm Tues. November 27 @ 6:30pm

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Board Book Club (BBC) Your little book biter is really a pre-reader! Bring your child to this mini book club that supports the “1000 Books B4 Kindergarten” initiative and growing independent, happy readers! Sat. September 29 @ 10:30am Sat. October 13 @ 10:30am Sat. November 10 @ 10:30am Sat. December 8 @ 10:30am Fun Friday: Pumpkin Decorating “Fall” for this pumpkin decorating contest! Use paint or markers to depict a literary character or theme on your pumpkin, and bring your pumpkin to the Mildred L. Terry Public Library to be ‘judged’! Space is limited. Call 706-243-2782 to reserve your space. Fri. October 19 @ 4:30pm Pinkalicious Parade! This is our 6th annual Pinkalicious program, based on Victoria Kann’s fabulous book series! Please join us in your favorite pink attire and come to have a ball! We will craft something special to carry in the library parade, and enjoy stories, songs, games and refreshments. Call 706-243-2782 to reserve a place! Sat. October 27 @ 10:30am Book Character Day Who is your favorite book character? You may be able to “find” and/or “check yourself out” @ the library! Costumes encouraged but not required. Refreshments will be served. Wed. October 31 @ 4:30pm The Magic of Recycling! We will collaborate with the Keep Columbus Beautiful Commission to share the importance of recycling and preserving our planet. You can learn something new when you “talk trash”! Thur. November 1 @ 4:30pm Veterans Day Celebration Come and meet Americans who served their nation and hear their patriotic stories. You will understand why “freedom is not free”. Thur. November 8 @ 4:30pm Family Fun: Thanksgiving Join us as we learn how to say “Thank you” in several languages. This will be a time for community sharing and gratitude. Registration is required for supplies and refreshment count. Call 706-243-2782 to reserve your spot. Fri. November 15 @ 4:30pm

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Holiday Cards for our First Responders We’ll get creative and make holiday greeting cards to show our appreciation to our brave first responders at this special time of year! Materials will be provided or you may bring your own! Tues. November 19 @ 10:30am Family Fitness Morning @ the Library! Join us as we share simple fitness activities that families can integrate into their daily routine to stay fit. Sat. November 24 @ 10:30am Hanukkah Celebration Family and friends are invited to learn about this winter holiday and make a craft to take home. Mon. December 3 @ 4:30pm Santa @ Your Library! Santa has left the North Pole! If he makes it to the library as scheduled, you can be sure he will have time to make all of his other rounds. Don’t miss this special storytime! Wed. December 12 @ 10:30am Gingerbread Storytime Join us as we read various stories about The Gingerbread Man, and then learn how to make a Gingerbread House take home craft. Space is limited. Call 706-243-2782 to reserve your spot. Fri. December 14 @ 4:30pm ¡Cuéntame un cuento! Venga y disfrute un cuento por un invitado especial de nuestra comunidad. Para toda la familia. Sat. December 15 @ 4:00pm Christmas Celebration Your annual 12 Days of Christmas Sing Off is ON for the 5th year! Wear your Ugly Sweater and show up to sing in what has become a fun community holiday tradition. Thur. December 20 @ 4:30pm Family Area Kwanzaa Celebration “Habari gani?” Share the greeting, learn the principles of Kwanzaa through a speaker, stories, and a seasonal craft. Get a taste of the food and values embodied in this cultural celebration. Thur. December 27 @ 2:00pm Happy Noon Year Celebration! Adults stay up until midnight, but kids WON’T wait to bring Uptown down at 12 noon, with an advance NOON YEAR countdown…10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1….BOOM! Fri. December 28 @ 11:30am

Teen Programs Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting Earn volunteer hours while making friends and designing library programs you would attend! Snacks provided. Tues. September 11 @ 5:00pm Tues. October 9 @ 5:00pm Tues. November 13 @ 5:00pm Tues. December 11 @ 5:00pm “Wii” Have Fun With Books! Don’t miss the“Wii” in this! We combine technology and reading in fun competitions. Enjoy friends and snacks in this monthly game night! Tues. September 11 @ 5:00pm Tues. October 9 @ 5:00pm Tues. November 13 @ 5:00pm Tues. December 11 @ 5:00pm Chemistry You Can Play With! Want to discover the mystery and chemistry behind some of favorite homemade experiments? C’mon – join us! Tues. November 20 @ 5:00pm

Adult Programs One-On-One Technology Help Book a 30-minute session with staff to get help with everyday tasks like starting an e-mail, creating a resume or a flyer. Mondays: 10:00am – 12noon Wednesdays: 10:00am – 12noon Fridays: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Crochet Club: Get Hooked! Adults of all ages and experience levels are welcome to this non-judgmental group of happy “makers”. There is always a project to “show” and “tell” about, or something to celebrate! Sat. September 8, 22 @ 4:00pm Sat. October 13, 27 @ 4:00pm Sat. November 10, 24 @ 4:00pm Sat. December 8, 22 @ 4:00pm Friends of Libraries Room

Naturally “U” This “meet-up” offers a supportive community to the growing number of people who choose to wear their hair natural. Discuss natural hair: its upkeep and politics! Share experiences, tips and resources. Library materials on the topics of hair and health may be on display for checkout! Sat. September 15 @ 3:00pm Sat. October 20 @ 3:00pm Sat. November 17 @ 3:00pm Sat. December 15 @ 3:00pm

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Books and Brews Book Club Like books? Like brews? This adult book club is the perfect “mix” for a lazy Saturday afternoon! Participants are responsible for their own food/beverages. Thus Spoke Zarathustra by Friedrich Nietzsche Sun. September 2 @ 2:00pm A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole Sat. October 6 @ 2:00pm True Grit by Charles Portis Sat. November 3 @ 2:00pm A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens Sat. December 1 @ 2:00pm Iron Bank Coffee, 6 11th Street Page Turners Book Club Join us on the second Saturday of each month for a lively book discussion of popular titles. New members are welcome! As I Lay Dying by William Faulkner Sat. September 8 @ 1:00pm Waking Up White by Debbie Irving Sat. October 13 @ 1:00pm True Grit by Charles Portis Sat. November 10 @ 1:00pm Year of Yes: How to Dance It Out, Stand in the Sun and be Your Own Person by Shonda Rhimes Sat. December 8 @ 1:00pm AKA Room

Language Café Gather with us twice a month to practice English or Spanish or get help with Spanish language homework. Mon. September 10, 24 @ 4:00pm Mon. October 8, 22 @ 4:00pm Mon. November 12, 26 @ 4:00pm Mon. December 10 @ 4:00pm Walker Room

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NORTH COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY 5689 Armour Road, Columbus, GA 31909 | 706-748-2855 Children and Family Programs Puppy Tales (All Ages) Get comfortable as you read aloud one of your favorite books to one or more sweet, lovable certified therapy dogs in our Large Conference Room! Bring your own book or choose one from the Children’s Department to read! Sat. September 1 @ 10:30am Sat. October 6 @ 10:30am Sat. November 3 @ 10:30am Sat. December 1@ 10:30am Magazine Reading Area Tiny Tales (Ages 0-24 months) Tiny Tales encourages parents to take an active role as their child’s first teacher by introducing book and language activities that can be repeated at home. This fun-filled program for babies and toddlers includes stories, rhymes, music, movement, and much more! Tues. September 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 10:00am Tue. October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 @ 10:00am Tue. November 6, 13, 20, 27 @ 10:00am Tue. December 4, 11, 18 @ 10:00am Preschool Adventures (Ages 3-5 years) Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for socialization and interaction with peers. Children will listen to read alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and puppets may allow for audience participation to reinforce that reading is fun! Tues. September 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 11:00am Tue. October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 @ 11:00am Tue. November 6, 13, 20, 27 @ 11:00am Tue. December 4, 11, 18 @ 11:00am Finger-Paint Friday Let your pint-sized Picasso’s creativity shine as we explore art together! Dress for mess. All materials will be provided. Fri. September 7 @ 10:00am Grandparents Day Tea Party In honor of National Grandparents’ Day (September 9) join us in celebrating grandparents everywhere! The North Columbus Public Library will host a grandparents and kid’s tea party, followed by a special take home craft for participants. Dress your best for this special event! Registration is preferred. Please call 706-748-2855 for more information. Sat. September 8 @ 2:00pm

I Saw the Sign: ASL Storytime This program offers children and parents the opportunity to learn basic signs through music, games, and stories. Each session we will learn various signs including those for emotion, states of being, colors, family, and more! Wed. September 19 @ 4:00pm Wed. October 10 @ 4:00pm Wed. November 14 @ 4:00pm Wed. December 12 @ 4:00pm

Trick-or-Treat at the Library! Calling all costumed kiddos! Stop by the library for trick-or-treating and then make yourself a special Halloween treat! Wed. October 31 @ 4:00pm Fall Craft-O-Rama (All Ages) Bring your family and stop by the library for an afternoon of fall-themed make-and-take crafts! Thur. November 8 @ 4:00pm

Campout Storytime and Stuffed Animal Sleepover You’re invited to an indoor camp-out at the library! Bring your favorite stuffed animal and listen to stories and songs by the “campfire”. After the program, leave your stuffed animal with us overnight. Pick them up the next day and receive a mini scrapbook of their sleepover adventure! Thur. September 20 @ 4:00pm Tween Art This ride through art history will offer attendees the chance to create their own masterpieces. In each session, we will discuss one culturally significant artist, learn about their works of art, and draw inspiration from their signature style. All supplies are provided. Dress for mess. Children, Tweens, and Teens welcome. Sat. September 29 @ 10:00am Sat. October 13 @ 10:00am Sat. November 17 @ 10:00am A Story for You, un Cuento para Mí: Bilingual Storytime Rich in songs, games, play, dance, and language, this special edition storytime is led in Spanish and in English! So whether you are wanting your child to get a head start on learning, or just want to hear cuentos en español, join us for a tiempo divertido. You know what they say: the más, the major! Thur. October 4, 18 @ 11:15am Thur. November 1, 15, 29 @ 11:15am Thur. December 13 @ 11:15am Discover the Globe: India (ages 6-12) A special guest speaker will teach us all about Indian culture through clothing, food, dance, henna, and the Diwali festival. Special guest host! Sat. October 6 @ 2:00pm

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Picture Book Month Celebration! (Ages 11 and under) Come dressed up as your favorite picture book character as we celebrate Picture Book Month with stories, crafts, and treats for the whole family! We’ll read Secret Pizza Party by Adam Rubin and Daniel Salmieri and then have a notso-secret pizza party of our own! Thur. November 15 @ 4:00pm It’s all Greek Mythology to Me (ages 8-14) Learn and play as we explore Greek mythology! We’ll learn about characters and events, and attendees will have an opportunity to participate in library Olympics! Sat. November 24 @ 2pm Large Conference Room Make Your Own Christmas Tree Ornament! (All Ages) Christmas is just around the corner! Step into our “North” Pole workshop and make your very own Christmas tree ornament! Thur. December 6 @ 4:00pm Books and Cookies with Santa (Ages 12 and under) Santa’s back in town, and he’s stopping by the library to spread some Christmas cheer! Come listen to him read a story, and then meet us in the Large Conference Room for cookie decorating! Thur. December 20 @ 4:00pm Children’s Department

Teen Programs Otaku Party for Teens Celebrate all things manga and anime at the North Columbus Library. We will have a manga viewing party and themed crafts. Sat. September 1 @ 4:00pm Large Conference Room

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Teen Takeover: Creating a Resume Bring in a list of your experiences, skills, and academic accomplishments and we will turn it into a resume for you, just in time for the seasonal job opportunities! Thur. September 13 @ 6:00pm Teen Takeover: Canvas Art Each month you will get the opportunity to create a one of a kind canvas art piece. Registration is preferred. Those who register and fall within the ages of 12-18 will have priority on the canvases. Call 706.748.2855 to register. Thur. September 27 @ 6:00pm Thur. October 18 @ 6:00pm Thur. November 29 @ 6:00pm Thur. December 13 @ 6:00pm Teen Takeover: HalloTEEN Party Celebrate Halloween through snacks, crafts, creepy local lore, and more! Costumes are not required but encouraged (must be family appropriate)! Thur. October 11 @ 6:00pm Teen Takeover: Halloween Science Want to unleash your inner mad scientist? Take advantage of our Halloween themed science event where we will be creating spooky themed experiments! Thur. October 25 @ 6:00pm Teen Takeover: Lego® Stop Motion Animation Learn about stop motion and create our own mini stop motion film Thur. November 17 @ 6:00pm Teen Takeover: Advent Calendars Stop by and get your countdown to Christmas started by created an advent calendar! Registration is preferred. Walk-ins are welcome, however those who register will be guaranteed supplies. Call 706-748-2855 for more information. Sat. December 1 @ 4:00pm Teen Takeover: Christmas Cookies “We elves try to stick to the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns and syrup.” -Buddy the Elf Decorate cookies and other holiday treats while enjoying the Christmas movie Elf (PG). Thur. December 13 @ 6:00pm Teen Takeover: Christmas Craft-A-Thon Please join us for the opportunity to make something special to give to your loved ones. We will be doing multiple crafts you can keep for yourself or give as gifts. Sat. December 15 @ 3:00pm Teen Takeover: Dream Boards Come create this useful and inspirational work of art! A dream board is a tool used to help clarify, concentrate and maintain focus on a specific life goal, whether it’s for the New Year or for years to come. Thur. December 27 @ 6:00pm

Book Clubs Teen Takeover: Chat and Chew Book Club Love to read? Love snacks? Please join us each month as we read a selected title and gather to discuss it as well as make a treat. Broken Beautiful Hearts by Kami Garcia Thur. September 6 @ 6:00pm The Astonishing Color of After by Emily X.R. Pan Thur. October 4 @ 6:00pm Sadie by Courtney Summers Thur. November 15 @ 6:00pm My True Love Gave To Me: Twelve Holiday Stories edited by Stephanie Perkins Thur. December 6 @ 6:00pm

Adult Programs Start Something New: An Adult Learning Series Interested in learning something new? Join us for our monthly adult learning series where attendees will learn how to get started on a new hobby or craft. Spaces are limited and registration is required. Please call the North Columbus Public Library, 706-748-2855 to reserve your spot. Drawing 101: Sat. September 1 @ 2:00pm Belly Dancing 101: Sat. October 13 @ 2:00pm Decorating Ornaments 101 & Holiday Recipe Swap*: Sat. December 8 @ 2:00pm Large Conference Room (*Small Conference Room for Recipe Swap program)

Chess @ the Library Join us for our monthly chess club. We provide a social atmosphere for anyone who wants to play chess. Whether you’re a grandmaster or just eager to learn for the first time, everyone is welcome. Tues. September 4 @ 4:00pm Tues. October 2 @ 4:00pm Tues. November 6 @ 4:00pm Tues. December 4 @ 4:00pm Fitness Fridays: Walking Bookclub Join the North Columbus Public Library’s walking bookclub club! Please join us as we talk about what we are reading for the fall. Please meet us in the magazine area. The walk and booktalk begins at 4:30 at Britt David Park! Bottled water will be provided and all ages are welcome! Fri. September 7 @ 4:30pm Fri. October 5 @ 4:30pm Fri. November 2 @ 4:30pm Magazine Area

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Hooks & Needles: Crochet and Knitting Club Get together and show off your crochet and knitting skills for a good cause! All ages and skill levels are welcome. Sat. September 8 @ 3:00pm Sat. October 6 @ 3:00pm Sat November 3 @ 3:00pm Sat. December 1 @ 3:00pm Small Conference Room Coffee & Coloring Club Looking for a relaxing activity to de-stress and create beautiful artwork at the same time? Then please join the Coffee and Coloring Club! Join us for freestyle coloring or focus on a theme such as landscapes, animals or mandalas. All materials and light refreshments will be provided. Tues. September 11 @ 4:00pm Tues. October 9 @ 4:00pm Tues. November 13 4:00pm Tues. December 11 @ 4:00pm Genealogy Basics Interested in learning how to research your family history? In this class we will learn how to navigate free online resources such as Ancestry.com Library edition, Heritagequest and much more. In addition, you will also receive a free template for creating your own family tree! Class size is limited, so prior registration is preferred. Please call 706-7482855 to save your spot. Fri. September 21 @ 10:15am Fri. October 19 @ 10:15am Fri. November 16 @ 10:15am Fri. December 14 @ 10:15am “¡Hablo un poco!” Spanish Class for Adults ¿Quieres hablar español? Join the current session of our biweekly Spanish class! Over the course of seven classes you’ll get an introduction to Spanish pronunciation, basic grammar, and simple phrases and vocabulary—and before you know it, ¡hablarás un poco más! Prior registration is preferred at 706-748-2855 or in person at the North Columbus Public Library. Fri. September. 21 @ 4:30pm Fri. October 5, 19 @ 4:30pm Fri. November 2, 16, 30 @ 4:30pm Fri., December 14 @ @ 4:30pm Crafternoon for Adults Calling all adults! Join us as we make a unique craft! All materials will be provided. Spaces are limited and registration is required. Please call the North Columbus Public Library at 706-748-2855 to reserve your spot. Jam Making: Tues. September 25 @ 4:00pm Bath Bombs: Tues. October 30 @ 4:00pm Creative Journaling: Tues. November 27 @ 4:00pm Fresh Cheese Making: Tues. December 18 @ 4:00pm

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Spoken Chinese: The Basics Interested in learning the #1 most spoken language in the world? Join us this fall for two classes covering some of the basics of speaking Mandarin Chinese. We will cover how you can continue practicing your new language at home using Mango Languages. Call 706748-2855 to register or for more information. Sat. October 13 @ 4:30pm Sat. November 10 @ 4:30pm NaNoWriMo Write-A-Thon Calling all aspiring novelists! November is National Novel Writing Month. Join us on Monday afternoons for write-ins including timed sprints and critiques. Mon. November 5, 19, 26 @ 4:00pm

Book Clubs One More Chapter Book Club Join us each month for lively banter about each monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s popular new title, chosen from a variety of genres. Participants are responsible for their own food/beverages. As Bright as Heaven by Susan Meissner Thur. September 20 @ 6:30pm Something in the Water by Catherine Steadman Thur. October 18 @ 6:30pm A Chance in the Word: An Orphan Boy, a Mysterious Past, and How He Found a Place Called Home by Steve Pemberton Thur. November 15 @ 6:30pm Girls Burn Brighter by Shobha Rao Thur. December 13 @ 6:30pm Panera Bread, 6301 Whitesville Road

Computer Classes Typing and Mouse Basics Mon. September 10 @ 10:15am Mon. October 1 @ 10:15am Mon. November 5 @ 10:15am Mon. December 3 @ 10:15am Computer Basics Mon. September 17 @ 10:15am Mon. December 10 @ 10:15am Internet Basics Mon. September 24 @ 10:15am Mon. October 8 @ 10:15am Mon. November 19 @ 10:15am Mon. December 17 @ 10:15am MS Word Basics Mon. October 15 @ 10:15am Mon. November 26 @ 10:15am MS Excel Basics Mon. October 22 @ 10:15am Gmail & Cloud Storage Mon. October 29 @ 10:15

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SOUTH COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY 2034 S. Lumpkin Road, Columbus, GA 31903 | 706-683-8805 Children and Family Programs STEAMpunks-Stories & Science This story time focuses on an element of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) with hands-on learning experiences for children of all ages! Tues. September 4 @ 3:30pm Tues. October 2 @ 3:30pm Tues. November 6 @ 3:30pm Tues. December 4 @ 3:30pm Chess at the Library (All ages) Join us for our bi-weekly chess club. Whether you’re a grandmaster or just eager to learn for the first time, everyone is welcome. Thur. September 6, 20 @ 3:30pm Thur. October 4, 18 @ 3:30pm Thur. November 1, 15, 29 @ 3:30pm Thur. December 13 @ 3:30pm Read & Play Storytime (Ages 0-5) Join us in the children’s area as we have fun listening to stories, signing songs, and repeating rhymes, all while you and your little one(s) learn. Interactive crafts and playtime immediately follow the program! Mon. September 10, 17, 24 @ 10:30am Mon. October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 10:30am Mon. November 5, 19, 26 @ 10:30am Mon. December 3, 10, 17 @ 10:30am If You Give a Kid a Book Party… In honor of the upcoming Columbus Children’s Book Festival, join us for a pancake relay race, a muffin tin ping pong game, and lots of yummy treats in honor of author Laura Numeroff and her popular picture book series. Tues. September 11th @ 3:30 PM Get Your Game ON! Enjoy a weekly dose of your favorite game cravings such as Minecraft, video game consoles, coding activities, and much more! Games change weekly. Thur. September 13, 27 @ 3:30pm Thur. October 11, 25 @ 3:30pm Thur. November 8 @ 3:30pm Thur. December 6, 20 @ 3:30pm Blockheads! LEGO® Challenge Each Blockheads session features a LEGO® building challenge. Accept the challenge or have fun with free play. Tues. September 18 @ 3:30pm Tues. October 16 @ 3:30pm Tues. November 20 @ 3:30pm Tues. December 11 @ 3:30pm

Picture Book Club Children of all ages are invited to share some exciting books, do fun book related activities, and eat yummy snacks! Tues. September 25 @ 3:30pm Tues. October 23 @ 3:30pm Tues. November 27 @ 3:30pm Pumpkin Party Join us for pumpkin themed crafts, games, and refreshments! Tues. October 9 @ 3:30pm Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos Learn about this fun and festive Mexican holiday through stories, crafts, and treats. Tues. October 30 @ 3:30pm Tricks, Treats, & Scary Stories Come trick-or-treat at the library! Kick off the night with some scary stories and then do some fun tricks for sweet treats. Costumes encouraged but not required. Children and teens invited. Wed. October 31 @ 5:00pm Thanksgiving Crafter-noon Drop by to make fun crafts for your Thanksgiving celebration! Tues. November 13 @ 3:30pm 5th Annual Turkey Bowl (All ages) We’ll set up the pins and you’ll knock them down with our trusty frozen turkey. At the end of the event, the turkeys will be raffled off to our lucky participants just in time for Thanksgiving dinner. In the event that there is inclement weather, the event will be held on November 21 at 4:30 pm. Wed. November 14 @ 4:30pm Frosty’s Frosting Party Come decorate cookies with us at our winter holiday party! Tues. December 18 @ 4:30pm

Teen Programs

Otaku Club Do you enjoy Manga, Anime, or Asian culture? Then join us as we explore all three through fun activities and anime watch parties. Wed. September 5, 19 @ 4:30pm Wed. October 3, 17 @ 4:30pm Wed. November 28 @ 4:30pm Wed. December 12 @ 4:30pm Whatever Wednesdays What do YOU want to do? Whatever Wednesdays are your days to just hang out and do whatever. Bring your card games, snacks, and friends and have our conference room all to yourself.

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Wed. September 12, 26 @ 4:30pm Wed. October 10, 24 @ 4:30pm Wed. November 7, 21 @ 4:30pm Wed. December 5, 19 @ 4:30pm

Adult Programs The Conversation Circle Practice conversational English in a relaxed group setting. Fri. September 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 10:30am Fri. October 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 10:30am Fri. November 2, 9, 16, 30 @ 10:30am Fri. December 7, 14, 21 @ 10:30am Fall Harvest: Farm to Table Want to learn how to eat healthier? Come join us as we view the fall harvest from local urban gardens. We will also have a demonstration of how to prepare some farm fresh foods and sample some recipes. Wed. September 26 @ 6:00pm Urban Gardening 101 Interested in starting a community garden or companion planting? Come hang out with us for an introductory gardening class and gain the information you need to get started! Wed. October 17 @ 6:00pm

Book Clubs Forever Young Adult Book Club Forever Young Adult Book Club is for readers who are a little less Y and a bit more A, but who still enjoy a good YA book. Find what we are reading on our Facebook page: “Forever Young Adult Book Club-Columbus GA.” Participants are responsible for their own food/beverages. Fri. September 21 @ 7:00pm Fri. October 19 @ 7:00pm Fri. November 16 @ 7:00pm Fri. December 21 @ 7:00pm Midtown Coffee House, 1342 13th Street Dessert & Drama Book Club Join us for a sweet treat and a dramatic read. Join the Facebook group “Dessert and Drama Book Club – South Columbus Public Library” for reminders and more. A House Divided by Donna Hill Sat. September 22 @ 3:00pm Bluebird, Bluebird by Attica Locke Sat. October 20 @ 3:00pm The Last Black Unicorn by Tiffany Haddish Sat. December 1 @ 3:00pm

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Computer Classes Limited spots available. Registration is strongly encouraged. Please call 706-683-8805. Computer Basics Mon. September 10 @ 10:30am Mon. October 1 @ 10:30am Mon. November 5 @ 10:30am Mon. December 3 @ 10:30am Intermediate Computers Mon. September 17 @ 10:30am Mon. October 8 @ 10:30am Mon. December 10 @ 10:30am MS Word Basics Mon. September 24 @ 10:30am Mon. October 29 @ 10:30am Internet Basics Mon. October 15 @ 10:30am Mon. November 19 @ 10:30am Mon. December 17 @ 10:30am Email and Cloud Storage Mon. October 22 @ 10:30am Mon. November 26 @ 10:30am

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All programs will be held in the Meeting Room unless otherwise noted.

Children and Family Programs Toddler Time Walking toddlers 2- 3 yrs. and parents come together to listen to stories, play, and practice literacy skills. Thur. September 6, 13, 20, 27 @ 11:00am Thur. October 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 11:00am Thur. November 1, 8, 15, 29 @ 11:00am Thur. December 6, 13 @ 11:00am

Movies and More

Kreative Kidz School-age children come to the library to listen to stories, do crafts, and practice literacy skills. Fri. September 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 9:30am Fri. October 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 9:30am Fri. November 2, 9, 16, 30 @ 9:30am Fri. December 7, 14 @ 9:30am

Friday Family Flicks Thank goodness itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Friday! Relax with us as we screen a family favorite. Fri. September 28 @ 3:00pm Fri. October 26 @ 3:00pm Fri. November 30 @ 3:00pm Fri. December 28 @ 3:00pm

Pre-K Adventures Pre-K children come to the library to listen to stories, do crafts, and practice literacy skills. Fri. September 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 10:30am Fri. October 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 10:30am Fri. November 2, 9, 16, 30 @ 10:30am Fri. December 7, 14 @ 10:30am

Santa Visit Children can come sit and talk with the Jolly Old Elf. Crafts, snacks, and even a little gift from Santa and the library. Sat. December 1 @12:00noon

Teen Programs Teen Time Teens come to hang out and have fun, watching movies, playing games, do crafts, and/or community projects. Tues. September 11, 25 @ 4:00pm Tues. October 9, 23 @ 4:00pm Tues. November 6, 20 @ 4:00pm Tues. December 4, 18 @ 4:00pm

Adult Programs Adult Craft Time Adults come to enjoy crafting, coloring, and snacks. Mon. August 13, 20, 27 @ 2:00pm Mon. September 10, 17, 24 @ 2:00pm Mon. October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 2:00pm Mon. November 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 2:00pm Mon. December 3, 10, 17 @ 2:00pm

The acclaimed author of A Gentleman in Moscow comes to Columbus for this not-to-be-missed event!

January 11th at 11:00am Columbus Public Library

AMOR TOWLES ADMISSION FREE Book-signing follows presentation; books will be for sale.

Fall 2018 Program Guide

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International Cooking Class

The Mic Drop: Kids' Open Mic