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GROUNDBREAKING ATTHENEWEAST HALLLIBRARY!
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“We have been working on this project for the last several years, so it is exciting to finally be at the point where we are ready to start construction,” Director of Parks and Community Services Brent Holloway said. “Not only will this project serve as an exciting addition to Hall County Parks and Leisure, but it will also serve as an expansion of our services and amenities to the East Hall community through the Hall County Library System.”
“The former East Hall Library closed in 2011 following budget cuts that happened after the 2008 recession,” Hall County Library System Director Lisa MacKinney said. “So, the citizens in this area of the County have needed a public space with these types of amenities for a long time, especially with the growth this area has seen following the relocation of Lanier Technical College, and we are excited to finally be able to fill that need in our community.”
The total budget for the East Hall Library project is approximately $4.7 million, with $3 million funded by a state grant through the Georgia Public Library Service and $1.7 million funded by the SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax) VIII program
The expected completion date is late fall 2026; however, delays in the construction process could affect the estimated completion date. For questions about this project, please contact Hall County Library System Director Lisa MacKinney at lmackinney@hallcountylibrary.org or 770-532-3311.
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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 adult programming offers a wide range of opportunities for everyone to explore their interests and connect with others Unleash your creativity by joining a crafting or painting workshop, or connect with fellow readers in one of our many book clubs If you enjoy working with your hands, our fiber arts groups provide a welcoming space to knit, crochet, and share ideas Beyond the arts, we offer numerous informative learning opportunities, including technology workshops and engaging presentations on a variety of topics We invite you to check our schedule and dive into a new hobby or passion with us!!
NOVEMBER
2025
PROGRAMS & EVENTS: ADULT SPOTLIGHT
*requires registration
*Sugar Skull Decorating-
Elementary aged children - Adults
Gainesville Library, Saturday, November 1, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
*Cat Cafe
Gainesville Library, Monday, November 10, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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*Bob Ross Paint Party Blackshear Place, Wednesday, November 5, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
*PICATso Paint Workshop
Gainesville Library, Monday, November 10, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
*Scam Watch-Staying Safe Online
North Hall Tech Center, Wednesday, November 12, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
*Travel Program-Holiday Escapes and Winter Adventures
Gainesville Library, Saturday, November 15, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
*Painting with Vicki Paulus Spouts Springs Library, Tuesday, November 18, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
*Taxes and the “Widows Penalty”
Gainesville Library, Friday, November 14, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Noche de Aplicar Para Volar Evento de Admisiones Universitarias/Apply to Fly Night College Admission Event!
Gainesville Library, Monday, November 17, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
*Gilmore Girls Celebration
Gainesville Library, Saturday, November 22, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL
PROGRAMS & EVENTS: YOUTH SPOTLIGHT
Sugar Skull Decorating*
Gainesville Library
Saturday, November 1, 1:00-2:00 pm
Spout Springs Tech Fest!
Spout Springs Library
Friday, November 7, 3:30-4:30 pm
Elementary Turkey Painting
Blackshear Place Library
Monday, November 24, 12:00-1:30 pm
All meetings at 6:30 pm 11/3: Murrayville 11/13: Gainesville 11/20: Blackshear Place and North Hall 11/24: Spout Springs
Middle & High School Short Story Contest*
Spout Springs Library Contest begins 11/3!
Torn Paper Monsters
Murrayville Library
Turkey Tales Crafts
Murrayville Library
Monday, November 24, 4:00-5:00 pm
Fall Carnival
North Hall Tech Center
Wednesday, November 26, 12:00-1:00 pm
Monday, November 17, 4:00-5:00 pm
Teen Game Jam*
Spout Springs Library
Monday, November 24, 3:00-7:30 pm
Drop-In Thanksgiving Crafts
Gainesville Library
Wednesday, November 26, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Dessert Before Dinner
Spout Springs Library
Wednesday, November 26, 2:00-3:00 pm
NOVEMBER 2025
Feast on a Good Book!
Ashley
Raspberry Danish Murder by Joanne Fluke
Gabriele
Sweet Land of Liberty by Rossi Anastopoulo
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The Friendsgiving Cookbook by Taylor Vance
Emily
The Beekman 1802 Heirloom Dessert Cookbook
Deborah
Miss Eliza’s English Kitchen by Annabel Abbs
Michael
Two-Hour Nature Crafts by McKenzie Kate
Leah
A Catered Thanksgiving by Isis Crawford
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When in Rome by Sarah Adams
NOVEMBER 2025
Feast on a Good Book!
Demi
Automatic Noodle
by Annalee Newitz
Jennifer
The Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore
Sandra
The Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Kitchen by Sean Sherman
Ronda
Pumpkin Spice Peril by Jenn McKinlay
Cathy
Carrot Cake Murder by Joanne Fluke
Janine
Half Baked Harvest Cookbook by Tieghan Gerard
Feast on a Good Book!
Eliza, from Scratch by Sophia Lee
Sara Q YA Apple Crush by Lucy Knisley
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Around The Table That Grandad Built by Melanie Hill
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Cranberry Thanksgiving by Wende & Harry Devlin
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The Only Way to Make Bread by Cristina Quintero
In The Gallery: N b 2025
Where Art Meets Story
A Solo Exhibition by Kat von Hacke
“Where Art Meets Story” is a solo exhibition by local artist and author Kat von Hacke She will be featuring original illustrations from her upcoming children’s book, The Tale of Jeter Gray Fox, part of The Lost Fables of Appalachia series, in addition to other pieces from her collection that weave stories and magic from the forests.
Through ink, marker, watercolor, and gauche Kat brings the forest to life, capturing the spirit of Appalachian wildlife, folklore, and wonder. This exhibit invites viewers of all ages to reconnect with nature, memory, and the power of storytelling.
In addition, visitors will have the opportunity to interact with select works through special QR codes Scanning a code unlocks exclusive access to a private webpage with deeper insights into the art’s meaning, the stories behind each piece, and short videos by the artist herself.
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