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Computer Class

The Tech Job Market

2026-05-07 13:00:00 2026-05-07 14:00:00 America/New_York Computer Class Hiring trends (IT support, data, security, ops) Remote vs onsite realities Contract vs full-time pros/cons Read and break down real job postings Identify skill gaps, not intimidation Fortson Public Library - Meeting Room

Thursday, May 07
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-07 13:00:00 2026-05-07 14:00:00 America/New_York Computer Class Hiring trends (IT support, data, security, ops) Remote vs onsite realities Contract vs full-time pros/cons Read and break down real job postings Identify skill gaps, not intimidation Fortson Public Library - Meeting Room

Fortson Public Library

Meeting Room

Hiring trends (IT support, data, security, ops) Remote vs onsite realities Contract vs full-time pros/cons Read and break down real job postings Identify skill gaps, not intimidation

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | Education |

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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 6:00PM

Mon, May 04 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, May 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, May 07 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 09 Closed
Sun, May 10 Closed
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Upcoming Events

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Take & Make - Mini Beaded Flower Bouquets
Fri, May 08, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Stop by the YA Department and grab what you need to make your own mini beaded flower bouquet! (Makes a great mother's day gift!) Available only while supplies last.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, May 08, 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!
Henry County Elections Office Q&A
Fri, May 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Henry County Elections Office will present an open floor to discussion (Q&A), on the importance of voting. Come to learn information on how to register to vote, and understanding of a voting ballot.
Full STEAM ahead - STEAM program
Mon, May 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Grades: Kindergarten to 5th
ASL Workshop for Beginners
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Start your signing journey in our ASL Workshop for Beginners! No prior experience is necessary, just a desire to learn and connect.
Baby Storytime
Tue, May 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Time for babies and caregivers to interact with songs and rhymes, shaker eggs, scarves, a story and bubbles
Tween Tuesday - Game Day
Tue, May 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Join us for game time. Bring your own board game or play one of ours!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 13, 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
Thu, May 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Appt Only: Need a little extra support with your mobile device, computer, or software? Bring your questions—and your projects—to our Tech Support session at the library .
TNT (Teen Night Trivia) - Star Wars
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Is the force with you? Test your Star Wars knowledge by competing in trivia.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, May 15, 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!
Ani-May - Anime & Manga Club Hangout
Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join the anime and manga club for a time to hang out, talk about our favorites, and play games!
Baby Storytime
Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Time for babies and caregivers to interact with songs and rhymes, shaker eggs, scarves, a story and bubbles
Fortson's Cookbook Club - Game Day Eats
Tue, May 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Focus: Crowd-pleasing food for gatherings End of May = unofficial start of cookout season NBA & NHL Playoffs = huge sports events
Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 20, 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.
Computer Class - How to Harness Your Marketable Skills
Thu, May 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Transferable skills from: healthcare customer service admin logistics How to talk about experience in tech language Hands-on Translate past job → tech-friendly bullets Build a skills inventory
Adulting 101 - Preparing for College
Thu, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
A program to help young adults plan and prepare for college.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, May 22, 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!
Baby Storytime
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Time for babies and caregivers to interact with songs and rhymes, shaker eggs, scarves, a story and bubbles
YA Creators - STEM Bath Bombs
Tue, May 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for bath bombs using STEM. All materials are provided, just bring your creativity!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, May 27, 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
Thu, May 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Appt Only: Need a little extra support with your mobile device, computer, or software? Bring your questions—and your projects—to our Tech Support session at the library .
Murder Mystery Theater - Once Upon A Crime
Thu, May 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
This is an adult, theatrical program featuring a fairy-tale themed interactive murder mystery. Perfect for 6 minimum–20 players, plus spectators.
Storytellers Guild - Creative Writing Club
Thu, May 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join the Storytellers Guild for monthly creative writing workshops, peer feedback, writing advice, and exercises to grow as a storyteller.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, May 29, 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!
Mystery Monday - Cold Case Club
Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Using provided materials, a group of adults will work to solve fictional cold cases.
YA Book Club
Mon, Jun 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for a time to read and share book topics. Bring your own book or read our pick for the month: Love & Gelato by Jenna Evans Welch.
Baby Storytime & Playtime
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
Seed Bombs! - Wildflower Gardening
Tue, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Patrons will use provided soil and seeds to create "seed bombs." These can be planted in pots, flower beds, or thrown in bare areas as a form of 'chaos gardening.'
Tween Tuesday - Dinosaur Dot Art
Tue, Jun 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
A time for tweens to get artsy and celebrate the summer reading theme: dinosaurs! Intended for ages 9-12. All materials provided.
Full STEAM Ahead - STEM
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
STEAM and STEM activities to go with the summer reading theme of Dinosaurs.
Fortson Computer Class
Thu, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
6/4/26 -- A+ Certification Prep Pt 1 6/18/26 -- A+ Certification Prep Pt 2 7/2/26 -- Google AI Essentials 7/16/26 -- Intro to Responsible AI
Whodunit? Unearth a Mystery - Summer Kickoff
Thu, Jun 04, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Calling all teen and tweens to come out and kick off the summer solving a cold case. Mystery kit will be provided by branch.
Take & Make - Dinosaur Bookmark
Fri, Jun 05, All day
Stop by the YA section for a Take & Make craft: dinosaur bookmarks. Available only while supplies last.
Toddler Storytime & Playtime
Fri, Jun 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Toddler fun
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