Advanced Bass Fishing Lures
Post Road Library 5010 Post Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesThere are a dozen basic Bass lures that come in hard and soft plastic styles that anglers should learn to use. This class will cover the most common lures used to catch Largemouth Bass, Spotted Bass and Shoal Bass year-round. Veteran angler Ken Sturdivant will show and demonstrate these lures to anglers, and he will […]
Fairy Science
Cumming Library 585 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, GA, United StatesOur adventure begins in the meeting room as we explore fairy-themed science experiments and other STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activities. Then we'll take a guided tour of the fairy garden displays located in The Secret Garden tucked away behind the Cumming Library. While you're in The Secret Garden, follow along with this […]
Forsyth Reads Together: An Evening with Jeff Shaara
Forsyth Conference Center 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Cumming, GA, United StatesGods and Generals by Jeff Shaara is the Forsyth Reads Together 2020 book selection. Neighbors Reading with Neighbors Forsyth Reads Together engages readers across the community in discussions, educational events, and author talks focused on a single book selection. Sharing a book with our neighbors makes it part of the public discourse and we can […]
Halcyon Forsyth: Ladies Night Out
Halcyon 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, GA, United StatesHeld April 16 from 6 to 9 p.m., the springtime installment of the sip-and-stroll scavenger hunt across the property benefits Family Promise of Forsyth.
Free Family Fun Day at Big Blue Swim School Johns Creek
Big Blue Swim School Johns Creek 10955 Jones Bridge Rd., Johns Creek, GA, United StatesBig Blue Swim School is diving into Atlanta with its first pool opening in Johns Creek in April. The swim school teaches children ages 6 months to 12 years how to be safe, happy, and confident swimmers. Mark your calendars to visit them on Saturday, April 18 for their Big Blue Family Fun Day. The.re […]
Show of Hands (An ASL Storytime)
Post Road Library 5010 Post Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesJoin Tracey Varrone of the Brick and Ivy Studio for a storytime presented in American Sign Language where children can explore books, fingerplays, rhythm activities and more in a 45 minute storytime. Afterward, enjoy time for socializing with new friends until 3:00 p.m!
Halycon Farmers Market
Halcyon 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, GA, United StatesOn Tuesday, April 21, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Halcyon is celebrating the start of its weekly Farmers Market series. Every Tuesday evening, different local vendors will pop up on the surface parking lot behind Cherry Street Brewpub with a variety of fresh produce and homemade goods available for purchase. The first Farmers Market […]
Forsyth Writes Together: Writing Picture Books
Hampton Park Library 5345 Settingdown Road, Cumming, GA, United StatesThere's no other art form quite like a picture book. Learn the craft of writing picture books for children in today's market. Join published authors Bonnie Clark, Kim MacPherson, and Jaclyn Paris for an epic conversation! The panel will discuss elements of picture books such as word and page count, poetry/rhythm/cadence, your audience, adding heart, […]
Forsyth Writes Together: Picture Book Journey: Writing/Illustrating to Production
Cumming Library 585 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, GA, United StatesAre you interested in writing or illustrating children's picture books? How do you go from an idea to creation to publication? Author Chris Jespersen and illustrator Josie Toney will discuss their journey creating Georgia ABCs: A Finding Milo Book. Published by University of North Georgia Press, the book takes readers on a delightful trek across […]
El Día de los Niños with Julie Baggenstoss: Flamenco Dancing for Kids
Cumming Library 585 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, GA, United StatesEl Día de los Niños celebrates children, families, books, and our love for reading. Professional Flamenco dancer Julie Baggenstoss will perform and then teach children how to dance the Flamenco, too! Then, enjoy music, stories, and crafts in honor of this special holiday. All ages are welcome to participate. Registration is not required.
