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Sensory Saturday
2025-08-09 11:00:00 2025-08-09 12:00:00 America/New_York Sensory Saturday Sensory Saturday is a time for kids to explore approachable sensory activities and stations in a safe environment. This program is intended for ages 0-5. Limited space, first-come basis. McDonough Public Library - Storytime Room

Saturday, August 09
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-09 11:00:00 2025-08-09 12:00:00 America/New_York Sensory Saturday Sensory Saturday is a time for kids to explore approachable sensory activities and stations in a safe environment. This program is intended for ages 0-5. Limited space, first-come basis. McDonough Public Library - Storytime Room

McDonough Public Library

Storytime Room

Sensory Saturday is a time for kids to explore approachable sensory activities and stations in a safe environment. This program is intended for ages 0-5. Limited space, first-come basis.

Sensory Saturday is a time for kids to explore approachable sensory activities and stations in a safe environment. This program is intended for ages 0-5. 

Please note: Seating is first come, first served. Once the room reaches maximum capacity, we will kindly close the event to additional attendees for safety and comfort.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Social | Education |

TAGS: | Toddlers | Fine Motor Skills | Babies |

McDonough Public Library
mendy.makowski@henrylibraries.org
Phone: 678-432-5353, ext. 6
Branch manager
Mendy Makowski
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 12:00PM to 8:00PM

Mon, Jul 14 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 17 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 Closed
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Cardboard Kaleidoscopes
Thu, Jul 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room
Join us for a special craft where we will make Cardboard Kaleidoscopes. All supplies provided and only available while supplies last. This program is intended for ages 4-12.
GA Futures: Financial Aid Overview
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Learn about financial aid, scholarships, and the FAFSA with help from GA Futures! Teens and parents welcome to attend.
Fine Motor Friday - Pipe Cleaner Fishing
Fri, Jul 18, All day
Fine Motor Friday is an all-day, self-guided activity station! This activity will be set up at a table all day, so you can drop in at a time that is most convenient for you during operation hours.
One on One Computer Assistance
Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
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Need one on one computer help? Make an appointment with one of our staff to receive personalized help with your device.
Coding Club
Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Join our McDonough Coding Club and learn all about Scratch Coding! This program is designed for ages 7-17.
Adult Stamp Art: Linocut
Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Learn the basics of linocut stamp art in this hands-on workshop for adults. All materials provided.
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Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Toddler Playdate
Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Enjoy unstructured playtime with other toddlers.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jul 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
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YA Book Club - Legendborn by Tracy Denon
Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
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Adult Creative Writing
Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Anime & Manga Hangout
Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Storytime Room
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Storytime Room
Join Mr. Damon for a shadow puppet show with a space-themed, choose-your-own-adventure twist! Fun for the whole family.
Board Games Drop-In
Sat, Jul 26, 10:00am - 2:00pm
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Coding Club
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our McDonough Coding Club and learn all about Scratch Coding! This program is designed for ages 7-17.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
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Tue, Jul 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Enjoy unstructured playtime with other toddlers.
Parachute Babies
Tue, Jul 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Join us a we get out the big parachute and engage little ones with songs, rhymes, and movement. Space is limited, so arriving early is encouraged. This program is intended for new and non walkers.
Artist Adventures with Tara Connelly - Pop Art
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Wed, Jul 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
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Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
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Tue, Aug 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Enjoy unstructured playtime with other toddlers.
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Tue, Aug 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
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Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
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Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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