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Acrylic Painting Class
2026-07-29 11:00:00 2026-07-29 12:00:00 America/New_York Acrylic Painting Class Learn how to paint an abstract floral arrangement in the form of collage using acrylic paint, cardstock, pens and glue. McDonough Public Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, July 29
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-29 11:00:00 2026-07-29 12:00:00 America/New_York Acrylic Painting Class Learn how to paint an abstract floral arrangement in the form of collage using acrylic paint, cardstock, pens and glue. McDonough Public Library - Meeting Room

Learn how to paint an abstract floral arrangement in the form of collage using acrylic paint, cardstock, pens and glue.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

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

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McDonough Public Library
mendy.makowski@henrylibraries.org
Phone: 678-432-5353, ext. 6
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Mendy Makowski
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We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 29 12:00PM to 8:00PM
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LEGO USA "States" Challenge
Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Build your way across the U.S.! Tweens and teens will draw state fact cards and use LEGO bricks to create a build inspired by that state. Creativity meets geography in this fun challenge!
Drop In and Make Fork Painted Fireworks!
Thu, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room
Celebrate the 4th of July by making colorful fireworks -- using forks to paint them! Drop in anytime between 4-5 PM on July 2nd. With adult supervision, this activity is suitable for kids of all ages.
Adult Creative Writing
Thu, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gary Barham Community Studio,Memory Lab @ Gary Barham Community Studio
Tap into your creativity with writing prompts. Read, reflect, and write in a welcoming space designed for adult writers of all levels!
Adult Literacy: Grammar Basics for Adult Beginners
Fri, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Gary Barham Community Studio,Memory Lab @ Gary Barham Community Studio
Learn the very basics of English grammar in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. This class is for Adults starting from the beginning. Includes parts of speech. It’s never too late to get started.
Dino Yoga Storytime
Fri, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
Yoga Storytime is back with a dinosaur twist! We will read a story, practice breathing exercises, and engage in calming movement. Get ready to "calm your roar!" This program is intended for ages 3-8.
Diamond Art Coaster Painting
Fri, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gary Barham Community Studio
Create a sparkling piece of art! Teens will design a colorful diamond art coaster by placing tiny gems to form a dazzling design. While supplies last!
Mystery Monday: Cold Case Club - HCLS Competition!
Mon, Jul 06, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Calling all TRUE CRIME fans! Work together to solve a fun fictional cold case using evidence analysis (provided by the library), teamwork, and logical reasoning.
Teen Entrepreneurship Workshop - Presented by the Henry County Chamber of Commerce
Mon, Jul 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Gary Barham Community Studio
Join us for an hour of learning about entrepreneurial topics with the Henry County Chamber of Commerce and learn about the different programs they have to offer!
Literary LEGOs - America 250
Mon, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime 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!
Toddler Playdate
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Enjoy unstructured playtime with other toddlers.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
Adult Creative Writing
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Gary Barham Community Studio,Memory Lab @ Gary Barham Community Studio
Tap into your creativity with writing prompts. Read, reflect, and write in a welcoming space designed for adult writers of all levels!
Nintendo Switch Gaming Hour
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Level up your afternoon! Join us for a Nintendo Switch Gaming Hour packed with fun, friends, and friendly competition. Bring your own switch and games or use ours!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Join us for Preschool Storytime—enjoy stories, songs, and fun! A cozy, engaging program that sparks a love of reading in little ones.
College Fair
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room,Storytime Room
We will be joined by local institutions and many out of state universities. Speak with college representatives about the admissions process, academic offerings, student life, financial aid and more!
T-Rex Tea Party
Thu, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
For ages 4-10: Listen to a story, learn tea party etiquette, and enjoy dino-themed crafting, games, and delicious refreshments! A special guest just might make an appearance as well...
Writer's Club
Thu, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gary Barham Community Studio
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How AI Can Help You with Mr. Shunta Hall
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn how to use the benefits of Artificial Intelligence in a practical real life way.
Tech Help @ Heritage Senior Center
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Heritage Senior Center
Drop-in for help with your phone, tablet or laptop.
Geology Lab with Panola Mountain State Park
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about geology in a lab style program with Panola Mountain State Park! Tweens ages 9-12 will explore Mohs scale of mineral hardness in this rock and mineral exploration
Filing for Modification of Child Support - Presented by Attorney, Janeith Ward
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gary Barham Community Studio,Memory Lab @ Gary Barham Community Studio
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Tween Night - Dinolymics
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room
Get ready for Dinolympics! Tweens ages 9-12 will compete in fun dinosaur-themed games and challenges at different activity stations.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 14, 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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Storytime Room
Enjoy unstructured playtime with other babies. For the safety of our little ones, this program is for non and new walkers only!
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Gary Barham Community Studio
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Preschool Storytime
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Storytime Room
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Study Room 3
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Storytime Room
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Meeting Room
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Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gary Barham Community Studio,Memory Lab @ Gary Barham Community Studio
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Meeting Room
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Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
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Tue, Jul 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
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Tap into your creativity with writing prompts. Read, reflect, and write in a welcoming space designed for adult writers of all levels!
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Storytime Room
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Storytime Room
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Meeting Room
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Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
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Young Adult Crochet Club
Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 28, 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!
Baby Playdate
Tue, Jul 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Enjoy unstructured playtime with other babies. For the safety of our little ones, this program is for non and new walkers only!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Join us for Preschool Storytime—enjoy stories, songs, and fun! A cozy, engaging program that sparks a love of reading in little ones.
Acrylic Painting Class
Wed, Jul 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn how to paint an abstract floral arrangement in the form of collage using acrylic paint, cardstock, pens and glue.
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Wed, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Hang out with fellow anime and manga fans! Watch, chat, share recs, and connect over your favorite stories in a fun, relaxed space just for teens and tweens.
Adult Creative Writing
Thu, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gary Barham Community Studio,Memory Lab @ Gary Barham Community Studio
Tap into your creativity with writing prompts. Read, reflect, and write in a welcoming space designed for adult writers of all levels!
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting
Fri, Jul 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Make your voice heard! Join the McDonough library’s Teen Advisory Board to help plan programs, share ideas, and earn volunteer hours. Please apply using the Google form!
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