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Non-perishable Food Drive (All October-long)

2025-10-01 00:00:00 2025-10-01 23:59:00 America/New_York Non-perishable Food Drive (All October-long) Fortson Library is hosting a non-perishable food drive for the Georgia Food and Resource Center located in Hampton for the entire month of October. Please drop off all donations inside the branch. Fortson Public Library -

Wednesday, October 01
All day

Add to Calendar 2025-10-01 00:00:00 2025-10-01 23:59:00 America/New_York Non-perishable Food Drive (All October-long) Fortson Library is hosting a non-perishable food drive for the Georgia Food and Resource Center located in Hampton for the entire month of October. Please drop off all donations inside the branch. Fortson Public Library -

Fortson Library is hosting a non-perishable food drive for the Georgia Food and Resource Center located in Hampton for the entire month of October. Please drop off all donations inside the branch.

Canned and other dry, non-perishable goods are welcome. Additionally, please note that this is not associated with our Food for Fines Program. Donation collection will stop on October 31st. 

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Fortson Public Library
tangela.osborne@henrylibraries.org
Phone: 678-432-5353, ext. 5
Branch manager
Tangela Osborne
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Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 2:00PM

Mon, Sep 08 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Sep 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Sep 11 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 13 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Sep 14 Closed
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Upcoming Events

Hampton Cross-Stitchers
Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 1:45pm
Meeting Room
Join Hampton Cross Stitchers each month at Fortson Library to share our love of cross stitching, where you'll learn pattern reading, correction-making, and create beautiful art - supplies provided!
Adulting Obstacle Course
Mon, Sep 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
This program is for teens to get hands on experience doing activities considered "adulting" including folding a fitted sheet, separating laundry by color, writing a check, and addressing an envelope.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Sep 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
AWE: Adults Who Excel - Easy Origami
Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
A welcoming space for adults with special needs to connect and enjoy sensory-friendly activities designed to inspire creativity and build community.
Computer Class - Google Sheets (Part 1)
Thu, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Build your tech skills at the library! Topics include internet basics, online safety, typing, and using email or search engines.
YA Creators - Candy Terrariums
Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
A craft program just for teens—each session features a new project and all materials are provided.
Recommended Reads Book Club
Thu, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bring your own book! We’ll read quietly, then share and discuss what we’re reading. Leave with new recommendations and connections.
STEM Night - Design Your Own Board Game
Mon, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
This program is to encourage creativity and critical thinking by having teens design a board game, along with the rules and attached pieces.
Salsa & Cinema - Honoring Hispanic Heritage with Coco
Mon, Sep 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us by watching the movie Coco and enjoying some salsa and chips on the side!
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Computer Class Outreach at Bear Creek Senior Center - Google Sheets (Part 1)
Tue, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learn computer basics in a relaxed setting. Each class covers a different topic like mouse and keyboard skills, internet safety, email, and more.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Tech Support Day
Thu, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Need one on one tech help? Make an appointment with one of our staff to receive personalized help with your device. Registration required.
STEM Night - Binary Code Bracelets
Thu, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
This program is to show teens how certain STEAM projects, like "coding", can be applied in ways that are considered "screen free".
Casual Chess
Mon, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
This program is to offer chess hangout for beginners. However, teens of any experience level can drop in and play a game of chess. All beginners will receive handouts with basic instructions.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Non-perishable Food Drive (All October-long)
Wed, Oct 01, All day
Fortson Library is hosting a non-perishable food drive for the Georgia Food and Resource Center located in Hampton for the entire month of October. Please drop off all donations inside the branch.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Preschool Playtime
Wed, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Does your child need more socialization or have leftover energy after story time? Stay and let them play with toys for an extra 30 minutes with their friends!
Homeschool Artist Hour
Wed, Oct 01, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
This program will provide a time and place for homeschool tweens and teens to make connections, socialize and be creative.
Computer Class - Google Sheets (Part 2)
Thu, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Build your tech skills at the library! Topics include internet basics, online safety, typing, and using email or search engines.
Spooky Blackout Poetry Station
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Interested in poetry and different methods of self- expression? Try out the unique blackout poetry format and learn about censorship while you're at it!
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Toddler Playtime
Fri, Oct 03, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Enjoy unstructured playtime with other toddlers.
Mom's Escape Room - Because Every Mom Needs a Break
Mon, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Do you or your mom friends need a break from your daily responsibilities? Stop by to enjoy a quiet space with creative pursuits and light refreshments. Take a moment for yourself; you deserve it!
STEM Activity
Mon, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Drop by Fortson to enjoy our STEM activities for kids!
YA Crochet Hangout
Mon, Oct 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
This program is to create a welcoming space where young adults can gather, learn, and practice crochet while fostering creativity and community connection
Baby Storytime
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Baby Playtime
Tue, Oct 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Does your baby need more socialization or have leftover energy after story time? Stay and let them play for an extra 30 minutes with their friends!
Learn Basic Japanese
Tue, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Get inspired to learn basic Japanese while exploring the culture, holidays, and traditions of Japan.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Preschool Playtime
Wed, Oct 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Does your child need more socialization or have leftover energy after story time? Stay and let them play with toys for an extra 30 minutes with their friends!
Home School Book Club
Wed, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Homeschoolers K-5 are invited to join Fortson's book club where we meet to discuss a chosen book and learn together! Homeschool moms are welcome to meet and exchange tips and tricks afterwards too!
Tech Support Day
Thu, Oct 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Need one on one tech help? Make an appointment with one of our staff to receive personalized help with your device. Registration required.
Banned Book Tasting
Thu, Oct 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
The goal of the Banned Book Tasting is to introduce teens to diverse and thought-provoking literature that has been challenged or banned and encouraging critical thinking and open discussions. .
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Toddler Playtime
Fri, Oct 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Enjoy unstructured playtime with other toddlers.
Hampton Cross-Stitchers
Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 1:45pm
Meeting Room
Join Hampton Cross Stitchers each month at Fortson Library to share our love of cross stitching, where you'll learn pattern reading, correction-making, and create beautiful art - supplies provided!
STEM Activity
Mon, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Drop by Fortson to enjoy our STEM activities for kids!
Table Top Escape Room
Mon, Oct 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Do you enjoy escape rooms and brain games? Then come try Fortson's Table Top Escape Room. Bring your friends and engage your critical thinking skills to beat the challenge!
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