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DIY Bedazzled Bookmarks
2025-08-04 00:00:00 2025-08-04 23:59:00 America/New_York DIY Bedazzled Bookmarks Drop in and decorate your own bookmark with gems and sequins! A fun, sparkly craft kids can do anytime this week in the Children’s Department—while supplies last. Locust Grove Public Library -

Monday, August 04
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Add to Calendar 2025-08-04 00:00:00 2025-08-04 23:59:00 America/New_York DIY Bedazzled Bookmarks Drop in and decorate your own bookmark with gems and sequins! A fun, sparkly craft kids can do anytime this week in the Children’s Department—while supplies last. Locust Grove Public Library -

Drop in and decorate your own bookmark with gems and sequins! A fun, sparkly craft kids can do anytime this week in the Children’s Department—while supplies last.

Stop by the Children's Department anytime this week for a sparkling good time with our DIY Bedazzled Bookmarks craft! Kids can create their own one-of-a-kind bookmarks using sequins, gems, and lots of imagination. This self-paced, passive craft is perfect for families to enjoy on their own schedule and encourages a love of both creativity and reading. All materials are provided—just bring your imagination! Available while supplies last.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Yarn & Crafts | Social | Arts & Cultural |

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Locust Grove Public Library
ginny.vanorsdale@henrylibraries.org
Phone: 678-432-5353, ext. 4
Branch manager
Ginny VanOrsdale
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Mon, Jul 07 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jul 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 10 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 12 10:00AM to 2:00PM
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Homeschool Fine Arts Club
Mon, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Homeschoolers can explore famous artists, try new art techniques, and connect with others in this fun, creative, and social fine arts club. All materials provided!
Jaws - Movie and Discussion
Mon, Jul 07, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Watch Jaws, then discuss the book or Shark Trouble! Join us for a Shark Week chat on fiction, facts, and ocean conservation. Shark display included—open discussion encouraged!
Creative Writing Support Group
Mon, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join fellow writers for a 30–45 minute writing sprint, followed by discussion and support on writing craft, roadblocks, and creativity.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Perler Bead Art
Tue, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Make your own Perler bead art to take home! Great for school-aged kids with a fun craft option for younger ones too. All materials provided. No registration required.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for Preschool Storytime—enjoy stories, songs, and fun! A cozy, engaging program that sparks a love of reading in little ones.
Chalk Contest
Wed, Jul 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Join our all-ages Chalk Contest on the library sidewalk! Create art, win prizes, and have fun outdoors. All materials provided—no registration needed!
Sew Basics - Keyboard Armrest
Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens will learn basic sewing skills while making a fun themed project to take home! All materials and instructions provided.
Upcycled Shark Art
Wed, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Celebrate Shark Week by making sharks out of "trash"! Learn about ocean conservation while creating art. Book display and list included. Turn trash into treasure!
STEM Drop-In - K'Nex Building
Thu, Jul 10, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Drop in to build with K’Nex all day! Create your own designs or use building cards for inspiration. Fun STEM play for all ages—no registration needed!
Collage Art
Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Use magazines and more to make your own collage art! No skills needed—just creativity. Includes a booklist on collage and scrapbooking to keep the inspiration going!
Noiselss Novels - At Black Rose Café & Bar
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bring your own book to read silently with the group, then talk a bit about what you're reading! This program is intended for adults.
Creative Writing Support Group
Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join fellow writers for a 30–45 minute writing sprint, followed by discussion and support on writing craft, roadblocks, and creativity.
Leatherworking Keychains
Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Stamp your own custom leather keychain using letter stamps! A hands-on art and literacy experience. Registration required. All materials provided.
Tween Science Saturday
Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Create cool sun-powered cyanotype prints while learning the science behind them! A fun blend of art and STEM for tweens—take home your masterpiece and a science facts sheet!
Sip & Paint - With Local Artist
Sat, Jul 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
Sip a mocktail and paint with local artist Ginny Youngblood! Create a mini canvas masterpiece while exploring art and literacy. All supplies provided.
Scratch Hour
Mon, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Explore coding with Scratch! Drop in to create games or stories, ask questions, and build STEM skills—no lessons, just fun. Devices provided or bring your own!
DIY Fossils
Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about fossils and make your own fake ones to take home! Combines STEM and art with a dinosaur book display and instructions for more fossil fun at home.
Destination Romance Book Club - A Duke by Default by Alyssa Cole
Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join fellow romance fans for a fun book club where we discuss a different romance subgenre each quarter—whether it's historical, contemporary, or fantasy, there's always something new to explore!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Gadget Geeks - One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Need one on one tech help? Make an appointment with one of our staff to receive personalized help with your device.
Collaborative Bad Art Night
Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Create and share art with other teens—no skills required! Pass your piece around and see what weird and fun masterpiece you all create together.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby! Soft and soothing activities with simple books! This program is intended for children ages 0-1, or those not yet walking comfortably.
GA Farm Bureau Storytime
Wed, Jul 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy a fun, farm-themed storytime with books, songs, and learning activities led by GA Farm Bureau! A perfect mix of fun and education—no registration required!
Introduction to Blender - With Mr. Vincent
Wed, Jul 16, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the basics of Blender with expert Mr. Vincent! Teens will explore 3D modeling and animation using this powerful, free graphic design software.
Art Night - Shrinky Dinks
Thu, Jul 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens can design their own shrinky dinks and take them home to finish! Explore a fun art form with drawing books for inspiration and tracing.
Choose a Book By Its Color - Color-Mixing
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Mix paint to match your book cover! Pick a book, match its colors, and take home a prize when you check one out. Art meets reading in this fun color-based creativity challenge!
Toddler Music & Movement
Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Toddlers ages 1–3 can move, shake, and dance in this fun 30-min music program that supports early literacy, movement, and self-expression! Scarves, shakers, and songs provided—no registration needed!
Paint & Pass
Sat, Jul 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for Paint & Pass! Paint on a canvas for 2-3 minutes, then pass it along while enjoying book talks on new releases. Leave with a unique piece of art and satisfy the literacy requirement!
Puppet Show Workshop
Mon, Jul 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Kids explore drama, build paper puppets & sets, and create their own mini plays in this fun workshop that blends art, literacy, and STEM! Great for school-aged kids—no registration required.
Horror Book Club - Devil House by John Darnielle
Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join fellow horror fans for a thrilling book club where we discuss a different spooky, creepy, or chilling title each month!
Creative Writing Support Group
Mon, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join fellow writers for a 30–45 minute writing sprint, followed by discussion and support on writing craft, roadblocks, and creativity.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Shrinky Dinks
Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Design your own shrinky dinks! We'll supply materials and take-home instructions. A fun, creative art activity—available while supplies last. No registration required.
Graphic Novel Book Club - Please Be My Star by Victoria Elliott
Tue, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for the Graphic Novel Book Club! Teens can explore and discuss different graphic novels, share thoughts, and connect with fellow fans in a fun and welcoming environment.
GA Untamed Zoo
Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Meet live animals and learn about species, habitats, and conservation in this fun, family-friendly GA Untamed Zoo program! No registration required.
Tween Night - Paper Quilting
Thu, Jul 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Create colorful paper quilts while exploring symmetry, patterns, and how math fits into art! A fun, hands-on crafting night for tweens. All materials provided, no registration required.
Creative Writing Support Group
Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join fellow writers for a 30–45 minute writing sprint, followed by discussion and support on writing craft, roadblocks, and creativity.
Family Movie Movie Series - Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian
Fri, Jul 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Watch Night at the Museum with the family and enjoy fun prompts and activities during the movie! A relaxed, interactive film series celebrating art, museums, and family time.
Fiber Arts Club
Sat, Jul 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Literary LEGOs
Mon, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Each month, kids ages 5–12 can take on a LEGO challenge or free build. Challenge builds go on display for voting, and the design with the most votes wins a prize!
Gaming Hour
Mon, Jul 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for Gaming Hour! Middle & high school students can socialize, compete, and play a mix of classic & new group games in a fun, relaxed environment.
Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club - Blood Over Bright Haven by M.L. Wang
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join fellow sci-fi & fantasy fans to discuss thrilling tales of distant galaxies, epic quests, magical realms, and futuristic adventures—new title each month!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 30, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for Preschool Storytime—enjoy stories, songs, and fun! A cozy, engaging program that sparks a love of reading in little ones.
Hanging Yarn Art
Wed, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Use yarn and a wooden dowel to create your own hanging wall art! Follow patterns and tie knots to craft a unique piece to take home. All supplies provided.
Sticker Art
Thu, Jul 31, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Drop in to make your own sticker art! A fun, creative craft for all ages in Children’s—available while supplies last. No registration needed, just stop by and get creative!
Adult Anime Hour - Spy X Family Code: White
Thu, Jul 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Mystery in the Stacks
Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens team up to solve a library-themed mystery using written clues! Work together, think critically, and crack the case.
DIY Bedazzled Bookmarks
Mon, Aug 04, All day
Drop in and decorate your own bookmark with gems and sequins! A fun, sparkly craft kids can do anytime this week in the Children’s Department—while supplies last.
Friendship Bracelets
Mon, Aug 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens can craft cool friendship bracelets, learn new patterns, and hang out with friends in a fun, social environment. All materials and instructions provided!
Millennial Movie - The Goonies
Mon, Aug 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Watch The Goonies, play movie bingo, and relive the adventure! A fun night for adults (and their kids) to socialize and enjoy a classic with treasure-hunting flair.
Creative Writing Support Group
Mon, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join fellow writers for a 30–45 minute writing sprint, followed by discussion and support on writing craft, roadblocks, and creativity.
DIY Bedazzled Bookmarks
Tue, Aug 05, All day
Drop in and decorate your own bookmark with gems and sequins! A fun, sparkly craft kids can do anytime this week in the Children’s Department—while supplies last.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
DIY Bedazzled Bookmarks
Wed, Aug 06, All day
Drop in and decorate your own bookmark with gems and sequins! A fun, sparkly craft kids can do anytime this week in the Children’s Department—while supplies last.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby! Soft and soothing activities with simple books! This program is intended for children ages 0-1, or those not yet walking comfortably.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for Preschool Storytime—enjoy stories, songs, and fun! A cozy, engaging program that sparks a love of reading in little ones.
Zine Hour
Wed, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Create, trade, and share your own zines! No experience needed—just your ideas. All supplies provided, plus a handout on zine history and tips. Help us build a teen zine library!
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