Community Events in Calhoun, GA

Volunteer opportunities, meetups, and community events in Calhoun, GA. Get involved locally.

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Help our Story Blossom Tree bloom!

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Brookhaven Branch · 1242 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319, Brookhaven, GA · Ages 55+

Join us to create a flower to add to this one-of-a-kind artwork, handcrafted by local sculptor Rob Britt. Every flower added represents the stories, creativity, and community that make our library flourish. With your participation we will help the tree grow. This sculpture is made from recycled...

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Rook & Roll Chess Club

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Sandy Springs Branch Library · 395 Mount Vernon Hwy., Sandy Springs, GA

Join us for an afternoon of chess! All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own chess set or use one of ours. For ages 10 & up.

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Milton Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting

In 2 weeks · Wed, Aug 12, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Milton Branch Library · 855 Mayfield Rd., Milton, GA · Ages 13+

The Teen Advisory Board is a group of students who are leaders in their community. There are a number of ways you can assist the library as a TAB member including: Monthly Meetings (w/ FREE PIZZA) Brainstorm ideas for teen programs, plan and create displays in the Teen Lounge Work on service...

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Baby Playtime

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 2:30 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Roswell Branch Library · 115 Norcross Street, Roswell, GA · Ages Up to 18

Bring your little one to the Roswell Library for a play date specially catered towards babies 18 months and younger. Ages 0-18 Months. Caretakers must remain with babies during the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library

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Jeopardy

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 8:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Louise Watley Library at Southeast Atlanta Library · 1463 Pryor Road, Atlanta, GA

Join us for a 30 minute Jeopardy game at Louise Watley Library! Winning team scores a prize from the prize box. First week: Math Second week: Grammar Third week: History Fourth week: Science All questions pulled from elementary-level curriculum.

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Puzzle Swap

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Brookhaven Library · 1242 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319, Brookhaven, GA

Trade or swap your puzzles with fellow community members. Check out a puzzle from our branch collection to take home or put together with friends.

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Puzzle Day

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 12:00 AM–12:00 AM UTC · Mechanicsville Branch Library · 400 Formwalt St SW, Atlanta, GA

Celebrate Jigsaw Puzzle Day at the library with a come-and-go program where patrons of all ages can relax, connect, and challenge their brains by working on jigsaw puzzles together. Enjoy a variety of puzzle sizes and styles. Collaborate with friends and family.

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Crafting Club

In 2 weeks · Wed, Aug 12, 2:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library · 409 John Wesley Dobbs Ave., Atlanta, GA

Calling all Crafters! If you like to knit, sew, crochet, and/or needlepoint, bring your project to the branch. Work in a relaxing environment. Registration is required. Adults.

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Preplanning End-of-Life Needs

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Brookhaven Branch · 1242 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319, Brookhaven, GA

This seminar focuses on preparing for end-of-life needs—burials, cremations, cemetery services, and other arrangements—that every family may face. Led by Donna Dees.

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Teen Comic Club

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 4:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Dogwood Branch Library · 1838 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA · Ages 13–17

Celebrate the end of Will Eisner Week by chatting about your favorite graphic novels! From A-Force to Zom100, graphic novels include the superhero comics our grandparents read, manga from Japan, and all of the colorful pages that take up space in the 741 section of the Dewey catalog. Browse the...

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I am Me

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Brookhaven Branch · 1242 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319, Brookhaven, GA

Join Ms. Christina for meditation, breathing techniques, body mindfulness, affirmations, and a craft. Alternating weekends for different age groups.

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Art Exhibit

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 2:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Brookhaven Branch · 1242 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319, Brookhaven, GA

Presented by the Dunwoody Fine Arts Association, the exhibit will run through the end of September, 2026 during library hours. For more information, please visit the DFAA website at https://www.dunwoodyfineart.org

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Computer Lab for Seniors

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 2:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library · 409 John Wesley Dobbs Ave., Atlanta, GA

Do you have some burning issues you are unable to resolve with you desktop, Chromebook, iPad or cellphone? For instance, to view your family photos on social media, but don't know how to navigate the mechanics of the computer. To create an email account or how to access your account to send reply...

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Teen Craft Club:

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Dogwood Branch Library · 1838 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA · Ages 10–17

Let loose and show off your creativity at our Teen Craft Club! Every week we will run a specific craft with all supplies provided, but participants are invited to bring their own crafts or projects to work on as well. This week's craft is

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Beginner Machine Sewing

In 2 weeks · Tue, Aug 11, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Brookhaven Branch · 1242 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319, Brookhaven, GA

Sewing machines and all practice materials provided. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

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One Book, One Read: Bring Your Own Book!

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Alpharetta Branch Library · 10 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, GA

Bring your own book to the Alpharetta Library for a day of BINGO, discussions about this year's One Book, One Read choice. Prizes will be offered in a raffle, one of which will be a copy of the book itself! This is a precursor to the actual Alpharetta One Book, One Read book club event on August...

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Teen Zine: Open Submissions

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 4:00 AM UTC · Brookhaven Branch · 1242 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319, Brookhaven, GA · Ages 10–17

Teens from all over DeKalb County are invited to submit up to three works of visual art or written work to be included in the zine. There is no theme for this issue. To submit, please use the submission form or email girardeauj@dekalblibrary.org. Submission Form Submissions will close on October...

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Woke & Well Yoga Series

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Brookhaven Branch · 1242 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319, Brookhaven, GA

Bring your own yoga mat, water, and towel. Registration is required. Open to the first 12 participants. Funding provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

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Adult & Teen Hand Crafting

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Northeast/Spruill Oaks Branch Library · 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek, GA · Ages 10–17

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting or other hand crafts? Join us for a hand crafting group! Bring your own project or come and get inspired. Everyone is welcome! Instruction is not provided during this program.

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Game On! Pokémon, Lorcana and MTG

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 2:15 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Milton Branch Library · 855 Mayfield Rd., Milton, GA · Ages 8+

Hosted at the Milton Library on the 2nd Saturday of every month. During June and July, we host additional special events as part of our Summer Reading Program. Please call the branch for more details. Learn to play games like Pokémon, Lorcana, and (MTG) Magic The Gathering. No supplies or skills...

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Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl Session

In 2 weeks · Tue, Aug 11, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Decatur Library · 1242 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319, Brookhaven, GA

Children must be in grades 4 through 12 and live in DeKalb County to meet team eligibility requirements. Come join us for this informational meeting where we will discuss teams, review practice schedule options, pass out books, and make other preparations for the competition in January 2027. This...

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Free Diapers & Period Products at East Point

In 2 weeks · Wed, Aug 12, 6:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · East Point Branch Library · 2757 Main Street, East Point, GA

East Point Library, in partnership with HELPING MAMAS of Atlanta, is proud to support local families by offering free period products and diapers for up to four children. Join us every second Wednesday from 2:00-5:30 p.m. to collect diapers for newborns and children aged 3-5. Don’t miss this...

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Needlecrafters

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Roswell Branch Library · 115 Norcross Street, Roswell, GA

Calling all needlecrafters! If you'd like to knit/crochet/cross-stitch/embroider with others, join us at the Roswell Library every Thursday. Bring your own projects and supplies. No instructions or materials are provided. This class is for adults.

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Spanish for Beginners

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Sandy Springs Branch Library · 395 Mount Vernon Hwy., Sandy Springs, GA · Ages 18+

Unlock Spanish with Paula! Join our Spanish Beginners course starting April 6, 2026. We meet every Monday from 6-7 PM to work on vocabulary, phrases, and pronunciation. Registration is required. Adults only, ages 18 and up.

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Cubing at Ponce

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Joan P. Garner Library at Ponce De Leon Library · 980 Ponce de Leon Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA · Ages 9–17

Cubing at Ponce is back, now meeting on the first Tuesday of the month! Do you love the Rubik's cube and twisty puzzles? Are you a puzzler and a competitor who is ready to connect with speedcubers outside of competition events? Then join your fellow puzzlers, develop your speedcubing skills, and...

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New Mom's Connect & Support Group

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 2:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Milton Branch Library · 855 Mayfield Rd., Milton, GA · Ages Up to 5

Join us at the library for a warm, supportive program designed especially for new mothers and their babies. This twice a month gathering offers a welcoming space to connect with other moms, share experiences, and receive gentle guidance on navigating life with a newborn. Topics such as bonding,...