TEEN TAKEOVER: CREATIVE HOUR Kick off winter break by practicing self-care with an hour of creative activities. Sat. December 19 | 3:00pm ADULTS CRAFTERNOONS: AN ADULT AFTERNOON Take a minute for yourself to craft and chat with friends. All materials are provided. . Tues. September 1 | 4:00pm
COFFEE & COLORING: AN ADULT AFTERNOON De-stress and unwind with this surprisingly relaxing activity. Enjoy coffee or tea provided, and color to your heart’s content! All materials provided, but you may bring your own. Tues. September 15 | 4:00pm Tues. October 20 | 4:00pm Tues. November 17 | 4:00pm Tues. December 15 | 4:00pm HEALTHY HABITS WITH PASTORAL INSTITUTE Learn how to brighten your days with effective strategies for managing depression. Mon. September 21 | 11:00am – Managing Life Transitions Mon. October 19 | 11:00am – Building a Mental Health Toolkit Mon. November 16 | 11:00am – Managing Holiday Stress BRAIN BOOST TRIVIA: AN ADULT AFTERNOON Take a break and have fun with other adults at the Library. From nostalgia to current events, this low-stakes trivia challenge includes questions from various topics. Tues. September 22 | 4:00pm JAMES PATTERSON COSTUME PARADE Join the annual tradition of making a 2D paper costume for a James Patterson author photo on a book! Drop in any time during October to flex your creativity and possibly check out a few of these “treats.” Thur. October 1- Sat. October 31 Holds Area A TASTE OF HISTORY: HALLOWEEN Sample foods associated with Halloween through the years and learn about the history of these spooky treats! Sat. October 10 | 3:00pm GHOSTS OF THE CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY The Columbus area is rife with local ghost stories! Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, enjoy stories about local spirits Sat. October 24 | 3:00pm NOVEMBER NOVEL WRITING Learn about novel writing and practice your craft. Activities will take place 2:00-3:00pm, open writing time 3:00-5:00pm. Sat. November 7 | 2:00pm TAROT 101 Decode the mystique of the cards on Friday the 13th! Discover the history of tarot, how to use the cards as creative writing prompts, and play a tabletop game with them! Fri. November 13 | 4:00pm Tues. October 27 | 4:00pm Tues. December 22 | 4:00pm
D&D FOR ADULTS Enter a mini-campaign at the Library. Spaces are limited; please reserve your spot by calling 706-748-2855. Sat. November 21 | 3:00pm A VICTORIAN HOLIDAY WITH HISTORIC WESTVILLE VILLAGE Enjoy winter activities from a simpler time with special guests from Westville. Sat. December 5 | 3:00pm BOOK CLUBS BYOB BOOK CLUB A book club for busy people! No assigned reading. Share your reviews of what you’ve read, and get recommendations from others. Thur. September 17 | 5:00pm Don’t have a Library Card? Need to renew? It’s a piece of cake! Join us for this special Library Card Sign-Up Month event where you’ll get your updated Card… and a free cake! Sat. September 5 | 10:00am-4:00pm Front Desk DUMPLING DAY Celebrate National Dumpling Day! Taste testing dumplings from around the world, create a dumpling craft, and watch the loveable Disney short, Bao (2018, G). Sat. September 26 | 3:00pm PLANT AND SEED SWAP Learn about our seed library and swap plants, seeds or cuttings with others. UGA Extension Services volunteer Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. Sat. October 3 | 2:00pm POKÉTHON Immerse yourself Pokémon fandom! Make themed crafts, trade cards, battle, and more. Themed attire is encouraged. Sat. November 14 | 3:00pm LIVE MUSIC MONDAYS Thur. October 15 | 5:00pm Thur. November 19 | 5:00pm Thur. December 17 | 5:00pm ALL AGES CAKES & CARDS Whether you’re studying, reading, or just relaxing, enjoy thirty minutes of acoustic holiday music in the Library. Mon. December 7, 14, 21 | 4:00pm Holds Area
Tues. October 6 | 4:00pm Tues. November 3 | 4:00pm Tues. December 1 | 4:00pm
PRACTICAL MAGIC AT THE LIBRARY Enjoy an interactive watch party of the movie Practical Magic (1998, PG-13). Drink Midnight Mockaritas and make rosemary and lavender spa craft while we play
Practical Magic movie bingo! Thur. September 3 | 5:00pm
BRITISH TEA-V: AN ADULT AFTERNOON Enjoy a cuppa while you chat with other British TV fans. Participants can discuss shows, share recommendations, and watch telly! Tea & light refreshments provided.
Tues. September 8 | 4:00pm Tues. October 13 | 4:00pm Tues. November 10 | 4:00pm Tues. December 8 | 4:00pm HOMESTEADING 101 In partnership with UGA Extension
Muscogee County Office, learn a useful skill each month. Activities include fiber arts, sourdough maintenance, and more! Thur. September 10 | 4:00pm – Gardening Thur. October 8 | 4:00pm – Composting Thur. November 12 | 4:00pm – DIY Sourdough Starter and Butter Thur. December 10 | 4:00pm – Backyard Chickens VOTING INFORMATION FOR ALL: KNOW BEFORE YOU GO TO THE POLLS In partnership with League of Women Voters, learn how to make a voting plan. Discover how to check your voter registration, how to view sample ballots, what to do if you don’t have transportation to the polls, etc. All information and assistance is non-partisan. Sat. September 12 | 3:00pm LIGHT IMPACT EXERCISE From chair yoga to walks around Britt David park, each month brings a low-impact fitness opportunity in the safety of a group. Mon. September 14 | 11:00am
Mon. October 5 | 11:00am Mon. November 2 | 11:00am Mon. December 7 | 11:00am
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