Programming Picks

Submitted by Cleo Joyce

Programming Picks for January 24-30

See what’s happening at the library this week. Don’t forget to check out the full calendar of FCPL events for all ages. 

What: Fundamentals of Programming with Code.org - presented by Robotics for All
Where: Virtual
When: Begins Monday, January 24
Learn the foundations of programming and computer science through fun activities which combine critical thinking and creative application. In this entry level coding course designed for kindergarteners and 1st graders, students will be introduced to block-based coding through lessons from Code.org, an organization that runs a popular platform for learning programming. Students will learn about basic coding concepts such as loops, binary, conditionals, sequencing, and more. No prior coding experience necessary.

What: American Red Cross Blood Drive
Where: Post Road
When: Monday, January 24 2022, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. 
Cumming, Post Road, and Sharon Forks offer monthly blood drives if you’re interested in donating blood.

What: Manga Club - A Tween Program
Where: Hampton Park
When: Tuesday, January 25 2022, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Do you love anime? Are you a manga fanatic? Join us for Manga Club, a monthly meet-up group where you can discuss your favorite manga and anime with other enthusiasts! We'll provide the crafts and activities! This program is for teens and tweens ages 10 and up.

What: Great Decisions 2022
Where: Cumming
When: Wednesday, January 26 2022, 7:00pm - 8:20pm
Great Decisions is America's largest discussion on world affairs. Forsyth County Public Library and the University of North Georgia (UNG) will present information and lead discussions on a range of fascinating and timely geopolitical topics.

What: Preschool PlayLab
Where: Sharon Forks
When: Friday, January 28 2022, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Educate and entertain your preschooler at the library! Join us each Friday for thematic stories, songs, hands-on preschool play, and STEAM based learning designed to promote early literacy, school readiness, and social and cognitive development.