Indian Classical-Carnatic Concert – Featuring vocalist Anjana Nagaraja

Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United States

Enjoy an afternoon of Indian Classical-Carnatic music performed by vocalist Anjana Nagaraja with live violin and mridangam accompaniment. Indian classical music can be broadly divided into Hindustani and Carnatic music. While the Hindustani system is associated with north India, Carnatic or Karnataka classical music is popular in southern parts. Carnatic music is one of the […]

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Special Needs Resource Fair

Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United States

Individuals with special needs and caregivers are invited to join us for our Special Needs Resource Fair to learn about local resources available to them. We will have a Sensory Storytime and activities for your child to enjoy while you learn from our guests. Local resources that will have a representative available to visit with […]

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Planning for College 101

Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United States

College is competitive and multiple factors affect the admissions process. Join Tom Neighbour, Director of Counseling at the Alliance Academy for Innovation to learn what you need to know to help your child pick the best college for them and your family. This program will cover multiple aspects of choosing a college: The current state […]

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Pianos for Peace Concert with Lambert Chamber Orchestra

Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United States

Enjoy a special musical concert and conversation with Lambert Chamber Orchestra and Malek Jandali, founder & CEO of Pianos for Peace, a local non-profit that aims to build peace through music and education by making the arts accessible to all. We'll learn about their mission to engage and impact the local community through music and […]

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The Mongol Empire and the Chinggis Exchange

Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United States

Stretching from the Sea of Japan to the Mediterranean, the Mongol Empire was the largest contiguous empire in world history with a territory covering approximately 14 million square miles (roughly the size of Africa). While contemporaries viewed the Mongols on par with natural disasters, the apocalypse, and even the anti-christ, the level of death and […]

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Trends in College Admission – Presented by Applerouth Tutoring Services

Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United States

The only constant in the world of college admissions is change. Application numbers are up, yield rates are down, and colleges are turning to enrollment management to meet their institutional objectives. The admissions process is moving earlier and earlier, and some colleges are filling over 50% of their classes before January regular decision deadlines. International […]

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Toastmasters Youth Leadership Workshop for Teens

Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United States

Whether teens are applying for jobs or interviewing for college scholarships, being able to speak in public is a necessary - but often scary! - skill to master. Being a confident public speaker can set you apart. The internationally renowned Toastmasters organization is offering a six-week workshop this fall for a select group of middle […]

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Preschool PlayLab

Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United States

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. This program is for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Registration is not required; space is limited.

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Family Fun Night: Instrument Petting Zoo

Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United States

Family FUN Night! Why should kids have all the fun? Parents grab the kids and join us monthly for STEAM challenges, games, activities, puzzles and more at the Sharon Forks Library! These programs are ideal for encouraging educational, fun and quality family time! This program is designed for families with elementary aged children. Please note: […]

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Knitting & Crocheting for Charity

Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA, United States

Join us twice a month to knit or crochet a different project that we will donate to local Forsyth County charities. Please bring your own knitting or crochet needles. Yarn is provided. Please call the Sharon Forks Library at 770-781-9840 ext. 6 for details regarding needle sizes needed for each month.

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