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Tween Science

Dinosaur Names
2026-06-12 16:30:00 2026-06-12 17:30:00 America/New_York Tween Science Interested in learning more about how dinosaurs got their names? Join us for a fun, interactive program about prefixes and suffixes when it comes to scientific names! Locust Grove Public Library -

Friday, June 12
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-12 16:30:00 2026-06-12 17:30:00 America/New_York Tween Science Interested in learning more about how dinosaurs got their names? Join us for a fun, interactive program about prefixes and suffixes when it comes to scientific names! Locust Grove Public Library -

Interested in learning more about how dinosaurs got their names? Join us for a fun, interactive program about prefixes and suffixes when it comes to scientific names!

AGE GROUP: | Tweens |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Social | Education |

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Summer Reading Kick-Off: Dino Escape Room
Fri, May 15, All day
Kick off Summer Reading with a roar! Stop by the library on May 15 to try our Dino Escape Room, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and grab some fun swag.
Maker Space Free Time
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Let your imagination run wild with provided supplies to create different pieces of art!
Literary LEGOs - Dinosaurs
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Every other 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!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, May 19, 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!
Junk Journal Joy
Tue, May 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Unleash your inner collage artist and give old paper a brand-new story!
From Albums to Archives - May 20th to May 29th
Wed, May 20, All day
It's Preservation Month! Drop by during open hours between May 20th to May 29th to use an Epson Perfection V37 Scanner borrowed from the Georgia Public Library Service to digitize your photos!
Baby Storytime
Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
GA Farm Bureau Read Aloud
Wed, May 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Enjoy a fun, farm-themed read aloud with books, songs, and learning activities led by GA Farm Bureau! A perfect mix of fun and education—no registration required!
Board Game Night
Wed, May 20, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Come play board games with us while making new friends!
Noiseless Novels
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
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, May 22, 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.
Tween Science - Build An Animal
Fri, May 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Come and build an animal from provided supplies and learn about their adaptations!
Sew Basic
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us while we learn basic sewing skills and work on fun and easy projects to take home!
Nostalgia Night - Smash Bros
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Do you miss the '90s and 2000s? Want to reminisce about the good old times? Then join us for Nostalgia Night! Bring your friends and make new ones! The theme for May is Smash Bros.
Teen BINGO
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a few BINGO games and the chance to win some prizes!
Dino Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jun 01, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
For the months of June and July, come and find hidden dinosaur pictures in the young adult area and turn in your paper for a small prize!
Homeschool Fine Arts Club - Jean-Michel Basquiat
Mon, Jun 01, 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!
Confidently Speaking with Toastmaters - Four Part Public Speaking Workshop
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Toastmasters classes teach personal and professional development through the art of communication. You will gain confidence and become a more effective speaker and communicator in all areas of life.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 02, 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!
Learn Basic Japanese
Tue, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Get inspired to learn basic Japanese while exploring the culture, holidays, and traditions of Japan.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 03, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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.
Adopt A Dino
Thu, Jun 04, All day
Stop by the library and adopt your very own dinosaur! Choose a small dinosaur to take home, give it a name, and receive an official adoption certificate to make it part of your family.
Tech Talk - Google Docs
Thu, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn about and improve on basic computer skills! June's topic is Google Docs.
Maker Space Free Time
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Let your imagination run wild with provided supplies like yarn, paper, and stickers to create different pieces of art! Markers, pens, and colored pencils will be available as well.
Baby Play
Fri, Jun 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Explore sensory activities that support fine motor skills! Enjoy bins, bags, and fun learning with your little one. For ages 0–1. New discoveries each month!
Dinosaur BINGO
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Roar into the library for Dinosaur BINGO! Play using dinosaur-themed BINGO cards and see if you can get five in a row. Winners will receive fun prizes!
Teen Crochet Time
Mon, Jun 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for a fun new series where we bring our crochet projects and work on them together!
Creative Writing Support Group
Mon, Jun 08, 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, Jun 09, 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!
Book Walk & Talk at Chase Maddox Park
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Want to meet new people and talk about your favorite books? Do you like to stay active? Then this program is for you! Join us for an hour long, unique book talk experience.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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.
Dinosaur Trading Card Game
Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Come and draw your own dinosaur trading cards and create your own rules on how to play!
Drop-In Origami
Thu, Jun 11, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Drop in and make some origami to take home!
Nazca Lines Art
Thu, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Discover the mystery of the Nazca Lines! In this art program, kids will learn about these giant ancient drawings and then create their own Nazca-inspired artwork.
Tween Science - Dinosaur Names
Fri, Jun 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Interested in learning more about how dinosaurs got their names? Join us for a fun, interactive program about prefixes and suffixes when it comes to scientific names!
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