METRO ATLANTA — From crocheting to yoga to teen book clubs, Metro Atlanta libraries are offering a slew of programs and resources for patrons of all ages this winter.
Here is a brief look at some offerings.
DeKalb County
The DeKalb County Public Library system is offering four book group takeout kits to help patrons improve or start their own book club.
Each kit includes 10 to 12 copies of a book from the kit’s catalog and a guide on how to run a book discussion, a biography of the author, a synopsis of the reading material and discussion questions.
The library system offers four takeout kits based on reading level: “Eager Readers” for beginners, “Book Buddies Takeout” for children who are new to chapter books, “BeTWEEN the Lines” for tweens and “Book Group Takeout” for adults.
Book group takeout kits can be checked out for eight weeks, and renewals are not allowed. Patrons may check out two kits at once.
The DeKalb County Public Library also offers FLIP kits, which develop new readers’ comprehension and skills through family activities at home. FLIP kits include a book, an activity guide, materials and supplies.
Beyond its book offerings, the DeKalb library system also provides exclusive resources for teenagers.
The Hairston Crossing Library offers teen and tween self-care kits every Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 4911 Redan Road in Stone Mountain.
The kits include journaling and mindfulness supplies for patrons between 12 and 18 years old.
Teen artists and writers can also submit their work to be featured in the DeKalb County Public Library’s quarterly zine, “Between the Stacks.”
Fulton County
The Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road, offers a community crochet circle on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The hobby group is open to adults of all crochet skill levels and other fiber arts.
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