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Full STEAM Ahead

Steam and Stem
2026-10-07 15:00:00 2026-10-07 16:00:00 America/New_York Full STEAM Ahead using science, technology, engineering, art and math to have fun Fortson Public Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, October 07
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-10-07 15:00:00 2026-10-07 16:00:00 America/New_York Full STEAM Ahead using science, technology, engineering, art and math to have fun Fortson Public Library - Meeting Room

Fortson Public Library

Meeting Room

using science, technology, engineering, art and math to have fun

For kids K-4 through 5th grade. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 1 hour of learning and fun

Events will be centered around the month. Ex: October is pumpkin related; November is Thanksgiving related and December will be holiday/north pole related

events are subject to change

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | 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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Mon, Sep 14 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Sep 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Sep 17 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 19 Closed
Sun, Sep 20 Closed
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Book Club - The Reckoning of ROKU
Mon, Sep 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for Teen Book Club at the library as we dive into The Reckoning of Roku by Randy Ribay
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
Computer Class Outreach at Bear Creek Senior Center - Basic Computer Skills
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
Tween Tuesday - Cozy Coloring
Tue, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tween Ages 9-12!!! Join us for Tween Tuesday: Cozy Coloring at the library—a relaxing, creative break made just for tweens!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for Preschool Storytime—enjoy stories, songs, and fun! A cozy, engaging program that sparks a love of reading in little ones.
Homeschool Book Club
Wed, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
K-5th grade reading and learning together. See below
Adult Game Night
Thu, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Looking for some time to meet up with other adults in the area? Adult game nights at Fortson provide low-stakes fun opportunity to for Hampton Adults to decompress and meet friends.
YA Creators - Make-up 101
Thu, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for YA Creators: Makeup 101 at the library—a fun, beginner-friendly workshop where teens can explore the basics of makeup in a creative and supportive space!
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Literary LEGOs
Fri, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Each month, kids ages 5–12 can take on a LEGO challenge or free build. Challenges will be displayed in the main area of the library
Anime & Manga Club Hangout
Mon, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Step into the world of anime and manga at our Anime & Manga Hangout at the library!
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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 - Basic Computers
Thu, Oct 01, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Think your detective skills are top tier? Put your true crime chops to the test, At Fortson's Mystery Monday: Cold Case Club, adults will work together to solve (fictional) cold cases!
YA Book Club - Hocus Pocus & The All New Sequel
Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for some book talk. Bring your own book or read our pick for the month: Hocus Pocus & The All New Sequel by A.W. Jantha.
Adult Crafts - Acrylic Painting, Fall Landscapes
Tue, Oct 06, 1:00am - 2:00pm
Unwind with us as we paint a cozy fall landscape—no experience needed. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with your own seasonal masterpiece. *while supplies last*
Baby Storytime - story and playtime
Tue, Oct 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
Tween Tuesday: Candy Science Lab
Tue, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Explore the sweet side of STEM with fun, hands-on candy experiments! Test, build, and discover exciting science concepts through colorful challenges and tasty discoveries.
Preschool Storytime - storytime
Wed, Oct 07, 11:00am - 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.
Homeschool STEAM Hour
Wed, Oct 07, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Homeschool learners are invited to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun, hands-on activities, experiments, and creative challenges.
Full STEAM Ahead - Steam and Stem
Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
using science, technology, engineering, art and math to have fun
Teen Night Trivia - Stranger Things
Thu, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Step into the Upside Down for a Stranger Things trivia night! Test your knowledge of Hawkins, monsters, mysteries, and memorable moments to see if you can survive the challenge.
Practical Magic Tarot Club - Fall Spreads for the Season Ahead
Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our new Adult Tarot Club at the library. Discover card meanings, practice readings, and connect with fellow enthusiasts in a relaxed environment. All levels welcome!
Take & Make - Pumpkin Friendship Bracelet
Fri, Oct 09, All day
Create a cute pumpkin-themed friendship bracelet to keep or share! This easy take-and-make kit includes the supplies and instructions needed to craft a fun fall accessory while building creativity.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Digital Ownership for Buisness Owners - The Visibility Gap
Fri, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
If you are a small business owner, or are working on your online presence, this workshop is for you! Come learn from our community partner about how to properly have digital ownership of your creation
Baby Storytime - story and playtime
Tue, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
Computer Class Outreach at Bear Creek Senior Center
Tue, Oct 13, 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. Held at 56 Mcdonough Street, Hampton, GA
Tween Tuesday - Mystery Box Investigation
Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Put your detective skills to the test! Feel your way through mysterious boxes, gather clues, and use teamwork and critical thinking to uncover what's hidden inside. Can you solve every mystery?
Preschool Storytime - storytime
Wed, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for Preschool Storytime—enjoy stories, songs, and fun! A cozy, engaging program that sparks a love of reading in little ones.
Homeschool Book Club - Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper
Wed, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Book club that is geared for homeschool families who are grades K4-5th grade.
Computer Class - Mastering The basics
Thu, Oct 15, 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.
STEM Program: Codebreakers of the Revolution
Thu, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Become a Revolutionary War code breaker! Solve STEM challenges, decode secret messages, reveal invisible ink, and unlock the final mission while celebrating America's 250th birthday.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Designed for ages 1–3, Toddler Storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes to get little ones moving, learning, and loving early literacy!
Adulting 101 - Can You Survive the Week?
Mon, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Can you survive a week of adult life? Balance a budget, pay bills, solve surprise problems, and make smart choices in this interactive life skills challenge for teens.
Baby Storytime - story and playtime
Tue, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
For the caregivers of non-walkers to come learn with baby!
Fortson's Cookbook Club - One Pot Wonders
Tue, Oct 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us each month to cook, share, and connect! Bring a dish based on the month's theme and enjoy conversation with fellow food lovers.
Tween Tuesday - Halloween Bingo
Tue, Oct 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Celebrate spooky season with Halloween Bingo! Play fun rounds for prizes while enjoying a festive afternoon of ghosts, pumpkins, candy, and Halloween-themed fun.
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