Monday, October 9, 2023

Programming Picks: Week of October 9, 2023

Submitted by Joanie Goforth

Here are a few great Programming Picks to let our patrons know about for the week of October 9, 2023:

STOKERFEST:

  • Sparkle or Burn? Vampire Portrayals in Media

When: Monday, October 9 at 7:00–8:00 p.m.

Where: Cumming Library

What: Have you ever noticed that vampires are portrayed differently in every book and TV show? Come learn about the origin of different vampire myths in media.


  • Monsters of Georgia

When: Sunday, October 15 at 2:00–3:00 p.m.

Where: Cumming Library

What: You have monsters for neighbors! Join Blake Smith, co-host of the podcast MonsterTalk, to learn about

            Georgia's local cryptids, like Bigfoot.


Adult Special Needs Craft & Story Hour

When: Tuesday, October 10 at 11:00am–1:00pm

Where: Hampton Park Library

What: Adults with special needs (developmental disabilities) are invited to listen to stories and create simple crafts designed to accommodate a range of abilities. Caregivers welcome!


Empathy for the Refugee Experience: Stories of Exile Guest Lecture

When: Tuesday, October 10 at 6:30–8:00pm

Where: Post Road Library

What: Thousands of refugees arrive in Georgia every year from all over the world. Learn about the refugee experience and discover how you can help with New American Pathways.


Chess for Kids

When: Thursday, October 12 at 7:00–8:00pm

Where: Sharon Forks Library

What: Learn to play chess, practice your skills, or learn some new moves with a certified chess coach from Championship Chess.This program is suggested for grades 2-8. Space in this program is limited. Tickets will be handed out beginning 15 minutes prior to the program.


Adult MakerDay: 3D Papercraft Pumpkins

When: Sunday, October 15 at 2:00–4:00pm

Where: Post Road Library

What: Create something new each month at our adults-only craft program! This month we will make 3D papercraft pumpkins!


Head to the Calendar of Events for a master schedule of all things FCPL. 


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