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February 2019
Celebration of Black History Art Exhibit @Vinings Library
Vinings Library is hosting an art exhibit in honor of Black History Month this February. All are welcome to visit the library and enjoy the beautiful art that is on display. Patrons are also invited to meet the local artists at a reception on Saturday April 6th from 1:30-3:30pm at the library. The Art Exhibit is sponsored by South Cobb Arts Alliance. For more information call Vinings Library 770-801-5330.
Find out more »AARP Free Tax Assistance
The Cobb County Public Library System and AARP are partnering together to provide a free, volunteer-run tax assistance and preparation service. AARP tax assistance is for lower and middle income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 years of age and older. First-come, first served. Late arrivals may have to wait until the next day on the schedule for service. Free AARP Tax-Aide service will be provided from February 7th through April 11, 2019 at the West Cobb Regional Library.…
Find out more »Book-A-Librarian
Have a complicated question? Need help beyond general assistance? Book a one on one session with a librarian Uninterrupted help for 30 minutes HELP WITH: Research; Collections; Catalog; Computers, E-Books; E-Audio books; email; and more Book A Session: Pat Ball (770)528-2522
Find out more »Book-A-Librarian
Book-A-Librarian is for individuals who want to learn more about the databases, computer programs, e-Books and other resources available through the Cobb County Public Library System (CCPLS). Library staff members will be available for 1 hour sessions Monday - Thursdays weekly, providing one-on-one instruction and showing participants how to do a limited number of specific tasks. This includes how to: download e-Books and e-Audiobooks, use CCPLS databases, and solve problems with spreadsheets, resumes, flyers, and other documents using software available…
Find out more »East Cobb Book Club – Morning
The East Cobb Book Discussion Group meets the third Thursday of every month, the morning session at 11 am, and the afternoon session at 2 pm. We read a wide variety of literature, including fiction, non-fiction, classics and new releases. Every effort is made to have the selected books for check-out at the branch library, however, we sometimes need to change the selection, due to not enough copies of the title being available. Please call (770)-509-2730 to confirm this month’s…
Find out more »West Cobb Craft Club
The West Cobb Craft Club is a great place to meet new people and learn new skills. Do you knit, crochet, or work with yarn in anyway? Do you want to learn how to knit or crochet? Do you want to make friends with people who craft? If you would like to get together to craft, get inspired, and make new friends, then this group is for you. All skill levels are welcome (especially beginners) the only requirement is your…
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Black History Month Crafternoon
In honor of Black History Month, join us as we learn about a variety of black innovators, artists, and leaders and celebrate each of them with an art project. No need to register, just drop in anytime between 11:00 and noon! All ages are invited, though younger children may need the assistance of a caregiver to complete each craft.
Find out more »Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime is designed for preschoolers ages 3 to 5. Join us each Thursday for a fun, interactive storytime that includes read alouds, movement and song. No Preschool Storytime is complete without the opportunity to create something to take home. Storytimes are a great way to build literacy skills and encourage lifelong reading. Please feel free to stay and play after storytime is over. No child is too young to benefit! No registration necessary. For more information, contact Miss Laura…
Find out more »Vinings Thursday Morning Book Group meets February 21st!
Come enjoy a lively discussion with neighbors and fellow book lovers at our monthly meeting at Vinings Library. For more information please call 770-801-5330. Books are available at the branch for check out one month before the scheduled meeting date. February's book is There There by Tommy Orange.
Find out more »Itsy Bitsy Babies
Itsy Bitsy Babies is for infants up to age 1. It lasts 20 minutes and can include short stories, bounces, rhymes, finger plays, music, shaker eggs, dancing, parachute play, and scarves. Families are encouraged to stay after to talk, play, and read. Activities promote pre-literacy and motor skills through movement, rhyme, song, and dance. No registration required. All storytimes require a participating adult.
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