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Summer Lunches PAGE 04
Between the Lines PAGE 06 Book Clubs PAGE 07
Adult Programs PAGE 08-09
Youth Programs PAGE 10 - 14 The Palace Project PAGE 01-02 Libby PAGE 03
Staff Book Picks PAGE 15 - 18
Bibliophile Bulletin PAGE 19
Newsletter Team: Mckenzie Baldwin, Amy Ritch, Rachel Buckley, Katie Guthrie
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SUMMER MEALS
MEALS AT NO COST TO CHILDREN UNDER 18
Ends July 11th
Blackshear Place Library Wednesdays at 11:00
Gainesville Library Thursdays at 12:00
Murrayville Library Fridays at 11:00*
*no meals on July 4th
Additional Resources for Summer Meals:
Visit our website for additional Hall County School Nutrition meal sites, dates, and serving times at foodservices.hallco.org/web
Use the free, web-based Meal Site Finder via USDA Meals for Kids at www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids
Text FOODGA to 97779
Call the National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY
Go to www.foodfinderga.org
Check out the calendar at hallcountylibrary.org for a full listing of all our programs! Meals must be eaten on-site, child(ren) must be present to receive meals. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER.
Staff Spotlight Demi - Spout Springs Library
What's your favorite part about working at our library?
“My favorite part of working at the library is being surrounded by people - patrons and coworkers - that are all excited about reading, and love sharing book recs!”
What's one thing about your job that might surprise people?
“One thing about my job that might surprise people is that sometimes I really get a workout while I work - books are heavy!”
When you're not at the library, what do you enjoy doing in your free time?
“When I'm not at the library, I enjoy reading, playing video games, and crafting chainmail armor and jewelry”
What's your favorite local spot in Hall County (or surrounding area) to visit when you're not working?
“My favorite semi-local spot is Barnes & Noble at the Mall of Georgia, or Video Game Traders!”
What's your favorite book and why?
I have MANY favorite books, but one that stands out is Gideon the Ninth, by Tamsyn Muir. I love a good space opera, and this book has it all: arcane science, loveable (or hateable!) characters, and emotional depth lurking beneath a surface of puns and memerelated jokes. I've read it three times and am still discovering details I missed!”
BETWEEN THE LINES
SHELF LIFE
Dive into our new monthly feature, Shelf Life! Each month, a member of our team will share a peek into their personal reading world, revealing the stories that captivate them and why.
WEEKLY BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS
Enjoy an ever growing list of weekly book recommendations from our staff here at the Hall County Library System!
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BOOK CLUBS BOOK CLUBS
FOR EVERYONE FOR EVERYONE
Spout Springs
July 3rd, 2:30 p.m.
Historically Speaking - Adult
Reading: The Destiny of the Republic
July 10th, 10:30 a.m.
Thursday Book Club - Adult
Reading: Summer Hours at the Robbers Library by Sue Halpern
July 24 , 6:00 p.m. th
The Comic Crew - Teen
Author Visit from Bobby Nash!!!
July 28th, 6:30 p.m.
Sci-Fi Fantasy - Adult
Blackshear Place
July 28th, 6:00 p.m.
Monday Book Club - Adult
Reading: The Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez
Gainesville
July 18th, 1:00 p.m.
Fear, Mystery, and Gloom - Adult
Reading: The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde
North Hall Tech
July 26th, 3:30 p.m.
Wreck This Journal - Teen
Murrayville
July 11th, 4:00 p.m.
War Stories - Adult
Reading: The Chosen Few by Gregg Zoroya
AdultPrograms
We have programs and events catered to adults at all 5 of our library locations on a weekly basis! Check our calendar HERE for a full list of events.
Our vibrant program schedule offers something for everyone! Dive into crafting, painting, book clubs, fiber arts, and informative learning opportunities
We also host exciting partner events, thrilling Dungeons & Dragons sessions, and so much more!
PROGRAMS & EVENTS: ADULT SPOTLIGHT
*requires registration
Crochet 101 for Beginners
Gainesville Library, Monday, July 7th, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Bob Ross Paint Party
Blackshear Place, Wednesday, July 9th, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Amateur Stand Up Comedy Event
Gainesville Library, Saturday, July 19th, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Candle Making
Spouts Springs Library, Tuesday, July 22nd, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Spice It Up!
Gainesville Library, Monday, July 28th, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Under the Kudzu You Will Find Unusual Tombstones
Gainesville Library, Tuesday, July 8th, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
After Hours Starry Night
Gainesville Library, Friday, July 11th, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Watercolor Class
North Hall Tech Center, Monday, July 21st, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Job Fair
Gainesville Library, Monday, July 28th, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
YOUTH SERVICES!
A Whole Summer of Fun!
Hall County Library has programs for all ages of children, from babies to teens, at each of the five library branches! We offer a wide range of youth programs from storytimes, bookclubs, crafts, trivia, STEM... and more!
CLICKHERE tovisitthe calendarforafulllisting ofallourprogramsor call(770)532-3311for moreinformation!
Summer Reading is for Everyone! Register | Read Books | Earn Prizes May 21 - August 2 Programs for Babies through Adults!
SUMMER PERFORMANCES! SUMMER PERFORMANCES!
Come experience a full spectrum of amazing performers this summer at the library!
Check out our NEW weekly performer schedule!
Mondays
10:30 a.m. Spout Springs
1:30 p.m. Gainesville
6:00 p.m. Gainesville
Tuesdays
10:30 a.m. Murrayville
1:30 p.m. Blackshear Place
4:30 p.m. North Hall Tech Center
MON JULY 14 & TUES JULY 15 T
Cirque du Todd combines juggling, circus skills a little magic and just the right mix of comedy for a wacky, witty, one-of-a-kind performance Best for ages 4 and up.
Wildlife Wonders Wildlife Wonders
MON JULY 21 & TUES JULY 22 T
Meet cool and unusual animals from around the world with Wildife Wonders Zippity Zoo! Best for ages 4 and up.
Space is limited!
ee tickets will be given 30 minutes before each perfo T
STORYTIMES STORYTIMES SUMMER SUMMER 2025 2025
ackshear Place Library
StretchwithMeStorytime
AllAges|Tuesdays10:15AM
Let'sPlayStorytime
BabySteps
Ages0-18months
Tuesdays&Wednesdays10:15AM
ToddlerStorytime
Ages18-36months
Tuesdays&Wednesdays11:00AM
LittleSproutsStorytime
Ages3-5|Thursdays11:00AM
SaturdayStorytime
AllAges|Saturdays11:00AM
CuentosyCantos
enespañol|ciertossábados3:00PM June28,July26
Ages18months-5years
Wednesdays10:15AM
North Hall Tech Center
RiseandShineStorytime
AllAges|Mondays11:00AM
PajamaStorytime
AllAges|SelectThursdays6:30PM June19,July17
SaturdayStorytime
AllAges|SelectSaturdays2:30PM June28,July26
Spout Springs Library
Murrayville Library BabySteps
GrowingReadersStorytime
Ages18months-5years
Wednesdays10:15AM
BabySteps
Ages0-18months|Fridays10:15AM
SaturdayStorytime
AllAges|SelectSaturdays10:15AM June14,July12
Ages0-18months|Tuesdays10:15AM
ToddlerStorytime
Ages18-36months|Tuesdays11:00AM
PreschoolStorytime
Ages3andup|Fridays10:15AM
SaturdayStorytime
AllAges|SelectSaturdays11:00AM June14,July12
JULY 2025
PROGRAMS & EVENTS: YOUTH SPOTLIGHT
*requires registration Click onthe underlinedtitles for more information!
Family Fort Night
North Hall Tech Center
July 3rd, 4:00-5:00 pm
Splatter Names Painting
North Hall Tech Center
July 9th, 12:00-1:00 pm
Robot Making Party Murrayville Library
July 7th, 3:00-4:00 pm
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Spout Springs Library
Drop-Off: July 11th
Pickup: July 14th
Teen Mystery Party: Murder at the Luau*
Gainesville Library
July 17th, 6:00-7:30 pm
Cupcake Decorating for Middle and High Schoolers*
Gainesville Library
July 24th, 6:00-7:00 pm
Teen Minute to Win it Games Blackshear Place Library
July 10th, 4:00-5:00 pm
Elementary Action Painting Spout Springs Library July 16th, 1:00-2:00 pm
The Comic Crew: Author Visit with Bobby Nash Spout Springs Library
July 24th, 6:00-7:00 pm
Snow in July Party Murrayville Library
July 14th, 6:00-7:00 pm
STAFF BOOK PICKS
All The Beauty In The World
by Patrick Bringley
Demi
Michael Gabriele
Kay Lucy
Drawing on The Right Side of The Brain
by Betty Edwards
Wildflowers of The Southern Appalachians by Kevin Adams
Improv Quilts by Laura Loewen
All The Colors of The Dark by Chris Whitaker
Ronda
Plantation Shudders by Ellen Byron
Meier
The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron
Janine
Girl With a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier
STAFF BOOK PICKS
Warbreaker
by Brandon Sanderson
Kathy Michael
Appalachian Wildflowers by Thomas Hemmerly
STAFF BOOK PICKS
Lisa C YA
Patton YA
Blue Period by Tsubasa Yamaguchi
Passion Blue by Victoria Strauss
Sara YA
The Mona Lisa Vanishes by Nicholas Day
Ashley YA
Heist Society by Ally Carter
Lisa E JUV
From The Mixed-Up Files of by E L Konigsburg Primer by Jennifer Mura
The Van Gogh Deception by Deron Hicks
The Unwanteds by Lisa McMann
Lisa E JUV
Katie JUV
Demi JUV
STAFF BOOK PICKS
Art Detective by Doris Kutschbach
Modern Art Explorer by Alice Harman
Lisa C
Katie
Navigating the Stacks and Unveiling Library Wonders Survey Forms
Looking for the next captivating read, no matter the age? We've got just the thing to help discover it! Dive into Dynamic Worlds! ��♀�� Do vibrant illustrations and captivating stories leap off the page for you? Then our Graphic Novel Interest Form is your portal to adventure! Whether you're into action-packed superhero sagas, heartwarming coming-of-age stories, or visually stunning narratives, let us know what kind of graphic novels you're craving, and we'll keep our eyes peeled for the perfect fit. Unleash your inner comic enthusiast and fill out the form here: Graphic Novel Interest Form
¡Hola Exploradores Lingüísticos! ���� Is there a young adventurer in your life ready to embark on a linguistic journey? Our Foreign Language Books for Children Interest Form is their passport to new worlds! From delightful French tales to captivating Spanish stories and beyond, tell us which languages spark their curiosity, and we'll help them discover the joy of reading in another tongue. Start their global reading journey here: Foreign Language Book Form
In the Gallery
The Georgia Art League is a group of diverse artists of varying interests creating art in different media. Our members have created works in fiber art, wood sculpture, pastel drawings, collages, photography and, of course, painting. We all come together from different backgrounds for the sole purpose of creating and exhibiting our art for enjoyment. We meet once a month at noon on the third Thursday downstairs at the Quinlan Visual Arts Center in Gainesville, Ga. (unless otherwise noted). If you are interested in learning more about this group, contact the President of Georgia Art League Deborah W. Ollinger anartlover@juno.com