Happening at the roswell library

New! SPRING BOOK SALE

Mark your calendars! The Friends of the Roswell Library will hold their Spring Book Sale on the following dates:

• Friday, April 25 - 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. - Please, no scanners on the first day.
• Saturday, April 26 - 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. - Shop ‘til you drop.
• Monday, April 28 - 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Clean-up sale with bargains galore!

The Friends sponsor most of the wonderful programs listed below. We appreciate everything they do to support the Roswell Library, our community, and the Fulton County Library System.

New! FRIENDS OF THE ROSWELL LIBRARY ANNUAL MEETING 

Monday, May 12. 2:00 p.m.

Did you know the Friends of the Roswell Library began 40 years ago? At their Annual Meeting on Monday, May 12, they will celebrate their 40th anniversary with guest speaker Kinley Bryan. Ms. Bryan is the author of The Lost Women of Mill Street, a  novel based on the women workers of the Roswell cotton mills who were shipped north after the mills were burned. They will also present some slideshows offering photos throughout the years.

New! ROSWELL READS CELEBRATES 20 YEARS WITH BEST SELLING AUTHOR FREDRIK BACKMAN!

SOLD OUT! Wednesday, May 14. 6:30 p.m. Roswell Presbyterian Church, 755 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell, GA

Mark your calendars now for a very special event featuring TWO popular authors. Fredrik Backman will speak about his latest novel, My Friends. Backman’s discussion will be moderated by Mary Kay Andrews, NY Times bestselling author of 32 novels, including Summers at the Saint and Bright Lights, Big Christmas.

If you are not able to attend, fear not. Videos of Backman’s appearance, as well as other former Roswell Reads authors, will be offered later this year during their annual Roswell Reads Rewind event, a continuation of their milestone 20th anniversary celebration. Make sure you receive their exclusive Rewind invitation by clicking this link: http://eepurl.com/icwcZn. 

APRIL TRIVIA QUIZ

Here’s a link to this month’s quiz: April Quiz. You’ll have fun learning a little bit about Earth Day, Arbor Day and everything in between. Have fun!

THE ROCK GARDEN

Thanks to patrons, volunteers, and library staff for providing decorated rocks and spreading kindness. Please only take one rock at a time. We’d love for you to share a rock or rocks that you painted so others can enjoy finding a rock to take with them. We are running low on rocks and would appreciate your help in growing the rock garden.

SEED LIBRARY

Our Seed Library is going strong - and growing stronger. Patrons may check out up to 5 packets of different seeds per family, per month - no library card required, but we do ask that you “sign out” what you take. There are some guidelines to follow and these are posted next to the Seed Library. If you have any questions, please reach out to Cameron Hannon, cameron.hannon@fultoncountyga.gov. Many thanks to the Friends of the Roswell Library for sponsoring the Seed Library.

FOR CHILDREN

New Books

If you’re interested in seeing some of our new titles, click the links below to see a list of what’s available right now at the Roswell Library. 

• New Juvenile Fiction
• New Juvenile Non-Fiction
• New Juvenile Easy Books
• New Juvenile Picture Books

New in the Children’s Department

You’ll see some changes in the Children’s Department. Youth Services librarian, Jessica, is shifting the J Fiction books and separating the “transitional chapter books” in order to make them easier to find. She’s working on signage to help identify the new areas. We hope you will find the new arrangement helpful when searching for simple chapter books.

We have new toys! Many thanks to the Friends of the Roswell Library and to Jessica for selecting some fun toys for the Children’s Department. These are located near the big window, in a Dr. Seuss tote. 

Thursday Story Times

Thursdays. 10:30 a.m.

Join us every Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. (unless otherwise noted) for a wonderful program of songs and stories.  Many thanks to volunteer Miss Peggy for leading our story times. 

Bouncing Babies Story Time

Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 23, 30. 10:30-11:00 a.m.

Please note: there will not be a story time on April 16.

This program will be led by Miss Jessica and is for ages 0-18 months. Caregivers are asked to stay with their children during this interactive story time. No registration is required.

New! Eid Exhibit

Monday, April 7. 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

ILM Academy and the Roswell Library present an exhibit for Eid with engaging displays, hands-on activities, and informative presentations designed to educate visitors about the meaning, traditions, and cultural aspects of Eid. 

Kids Lego Clubs

We offer two LEGO clubs for kids.

• Ages 18 months-5 years. Children will use Big Duplo blocks.

Mondays, April 7, 21, 28. 10:30-11:30 a.m.

• Ages 6-12. Children will use regular LEGO blocks.

Monday, April 28. 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Don't Judge a Book By Its Movie Book Club, A Special Middle School Book Club

Tuesday, April 8. 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Join us at the Roswell Library for a new monthly book club for Middle Schoolers Grades 6-8*. Read the book and watch the movie and be prepared to discuss how the adaptation compares and contrasts with the original medium.

The schedule is as follows: 

April - Coraline 

May - Hunger Games 

This book club will take a recess in June and July and return in August. Book choices for August-November will be voted on in May. *5th graders might be permitted to join if they are reading at a middle school reading level.

New! Roswell Library Spring Carnival

Thursday, April 10. 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

During Spring Break Week for Fulton County Schools, the Roswell Library will celebrate with a special Spring Carnival! Start out your morning with a puppet show presented by Patrick Farrell and then get in line for a balloon animal from the wonderful Tammy Packard. While you're waiting for your balloons, enjoy some tricks from professional juggler Meredith Gordon. All ages are welcome at this fun event. Caregivers must remain with children during the program.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.

New! Hooked on Loops Crochet Club for Ages 9-11

Thursday, April 10. 3:30-4:30 p.m.

FULL - Join us for a new and ongoing program for kids. Learn to crochet with volunteer Miss Rania at the Roswell Library. No experience is necessary. Yarn and crochet hooks will be provided. Class size is limited to 10. Online registration is required and began March 11. This class is full, but you can join the waiting list here: Hooked on Loops. The series will be held on the first Tuesday of each month beginning in May. 

BiLingual Story Time

Monday, April 14. 10:30-11:00 a.m.

Join us for BiLingual Story Time on the second Monday of each month. Learn some basic phrases while having fun with music, movement, and stories. Perfect for toddlers through early elementary, but all ages are welcome. Caregivers must remain with children during the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.

Yoga for Kids 

Saturday, April 19. 11:00 a.m.

Dr. Ashley DeLuccia leads our yoga classes for children on the third Saturday of each month. This program will be in the classroom. Parents are asked to remain in the room during class and are encouraged to participate. Due to a new system-wide policy, parents must sign a waiver for participation in this program.

Reminder: Participants are welcome to bring their own mat. Please wear comfortable (not too loose) clothing and bring a water bottle. It is best not to eat 1 to 2 hours before class. This program is for ages 5 - 11. Modifications will be offered for limited mobility. 

Kids Art Class with Ms. Lara

Monday, April 21. 4:00-5:30 p.m.

Join Ms. Lara and learn how to create art using different techniques! Registration is required and begins April 1. Click here to register: Art Class with Ms. Lara. Ages 6-8. Caregivers must remain with children during this program. Due to a new system-wide policy, parents must sign a waiver for participation in this program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.

Displays

The Children’s Department is featuring a great selection of rotating displays as you enter the department. We also have Book Bundles: a few picture books about a certain theme (family, farm, etc.) are preselected for you to check out. This display is on top of the shelves above the Easy Books.

FOR TEENS

New Books

If you’re interested in seeing some of our new titles, click the links below to see a list of what’s available right now at the Roswell Library. 

• New Young Adult Fiction
• New Young Adult Non-Fiction

New! Author Becky Albertalli Visits the Roswell Library

Saturday, May 31. 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Celebrate the 10th Anniversary New Release of “Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda” at the Roswell Library with Atlanta native Becky Albertalli, in conversation with Matthew Hubbard, in partnership with Bookmiser. Becky Albertalli is a New York Times bestselling author whose debut novel, Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, won international recognition and was made into the film "Love, Simon".

Registration is required and may be made here: Bookmiser and the Roswell Library present Becky Albertalli.

Displays

The Teen area features a variety of fun books on display. 

FOR ADULTS

New Books

If you’re interested in seeing some of our new titles, click the links below to see a list of what’s available right now at the Roswell Library. 

• New Adult Fiction
• New Adult Non-Fiction 

SHIP Medicare Information Sessions

Tuesday, April 1. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 

Are you baffled by all the information about Medicare and various “advantage” plans? A representative from Georgia’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program will be here on the first Tuesday of every month between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to speak individually with Medicare recipients and answer their questions.  Appointments are required and each session lasts about one hour.

Art Class with Sharon Crumley

Tuesday, April 8, 1:00-3:00 p.m. 

Registration opens Tuesday, April 1 at 10:00 a.m.  Click here to register: Art with Sharon Crumley. You will see a link to register on the upper right side of the post. These classes fill up quickly, but be sure to join the waiting list. There are often cancellations a few days before the art class. Many thanks to the Friends of the Roswell Library for sponsoring these popular classes.

New! Games and Puzzles for Adults

Tuesday afternoons, April 8, 15, 22, 29. 1:00-3:00 p.m.

We’ve had a few requests for board games programs for adults. We’ve got a supply of games and will set them up every Tuesday afternoon from 1:00-3:00 p.m. in the Quiet Room. Puzzles will be included. No registration is necessary, just drop by, bring a friend and play a game or two (or three). If this is as popular as we hope it’s going to be, we will expand it and keep you posted.

New! Job Coaching with North Fulton Community Charities

Friday, April 11. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Do you need resumé help? Do you need practice interviewing and networking? Join us at the Roswell Library for Job Coaching 101, where North Fulton Community Charities will host an open house for patrons interested in developing various job skills. No registration is required. 

Skills include, but are not limited to:

• Identifying skills and values
• Networking
• Resumé / cover letter writing
• Practice job interviewing
• Using LinkedIn
• Searching for jobs

New! Introduction to Canva AI

Monday, April 14. 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Unlock your creativity with Canva! Are you ready to bring your ideas to life with stunning visuals? Join us for an engaging, hands-on presentation where you’ll learn how to use Canva—an intuitive design tool that makes creating everything from social media graphics to event flyers a breeze!

What to Expect:

• Introduction to Canva: Discover the basics and explore its user-friendly interface.
• Templates & Design Tools: Learn how to choose the right templates and customize them for your projects.
• Creative Tips & Tricks: Gain insights into design best practices to make your visuals pop.
• Interactive Workshop: Please bring a laptop or tablet—this session is designed for working together in real time!
• Q&A Session: Get your questions answered and find out how to overcome your design challenges.
• No registration required.

New! Dementia:  What Everyone Should Know

Friday, April 18. 10:30-11:45 a.m.

For 2025, the Roswell Library and the Fulton County Library System have proudly partnered with the Alzheimer's Association and the Beyond Dementia Coalition to present a series of quarterly informational workshops.

As the numbers of dementia patients grows, the need for good information grows as well. This series will examine an array of topics, including symptoms, how to prepare for dementia and how to be a good caretaker. Hosted by Gerry Roth, an advocate for the Alzheimer's Association and the Beyond Dementia Coalition and facilitated by his team of accredited Community Educators, these workshops will encourage the exchange of ideas and questions and answers. Additional workshop dates:  July 18 and  October 17. Coffee will be served.

New! Ethics in AI Workshop

Monday, April 21, 2025 

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries, but it also raises significant ethical concerns. This hands-on workshop will provide a practical introduction to AI ethics, exploring bias, privacy risks, responsible AI usage, and action plans for AI safety. No registration is required.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand how AI works and why ethics matter.
• Identify risks like AI bias, misinformation, and privacy issues.
• Learn hands-on ways to protect your Privacy from AI.
• Explore ethical AI tools strategies to support fairness and transparency.
• Develop a personal or workplace AI ethics action plan

Let’s Craft!

Thursday, April 24. 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

For April, we’ll continue to paint rocks. Help us spread kindness and grow our rock garden. Make your own decorative rock to take home & help us paint rocks for our garden. Supplies and light snacks will be provided. Registration is limited to 10 and begins April 1. Register here.  Many thanks to the Friends of the Roswell Library for sponsoring our new arts and crafts classes.

New! LinkedIn Essentials: Build a Profile That Works for You

Monday, April 28. 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Whether you're job searching, growing your professional network, or showcasing your experience, LinkedIn is a powerful tool for every stage of your career. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create and optimize your profile to make a strong first impression. No registration is required.

We’ll cover:

• Setting up your profile with key sections that matter
• Choosing the right profile and banner images
• Crafting a headline and summary that reflect your skills and goals
• Highlighting your experience, skills, and achievements
• Using LinkedIn to engage with others and expand your opportunities
• What to Bring:
• A laptop or tablet for live profile setup and updates
• Your digital resume (or a list of past work experience and skills)
• By the end of the session, you’ll have a polished LinkedIn profile tailored to your professional needs—whether you’re entering the workforce, switching careers, or building your brand.

Book Clubs

We hope to see you at one of our book clubs in April. New members are always welcome. To join the mailing list for one or all of the book clubs, please send an email to roswell.branch@fultoncountyga.gov. Let us know which email list you’d like to join and we’ll sign you up right away. 

Midday Book Club (virtual only)

Friday, April 11 at 11:00 a.m. - Still Life by Sarah Winman  

Noonday Nosh Book Club (virtual and in person)

Tuesday, April 15 at 12:00 p.m. - The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson 

Mystery Book Club (virtual only)

Tuesday, April 22 at 6:30 p.m. - Bluebird, Bluebird by Attica Locke 

Non-Fiction Friday Book Club (virtual and in person)

Friday, April 25 at 2:00 p.m. - Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann 

ESL Classes

Tuesday Mornings - ESL for Beginners

Tuesdays. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 

Classes are free and no registration is required. All materials are provided by the instructor. Many thanks to volunteer Katie for teaching these classes. 

Wednesday Mornings - Conversational English (Intermediate)

Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 

Classes are free and no registration is required. All materials are provided by the instructor. Many thanks to volunteer Jojo for teaching these classes. 

Regular Yoga and Chair Yoga Classes

Chair Yoga, Wednesdays. 1:30 p.m.

Regular Yoga, Wednesdays. 3:00 p.m.

The benefits of yoga are endless: less stress, peace of mind, better movement, better breathing and more. Our Wednesday yoga classes with Mary Veal are popular, but there’s still room for you to join us. No registration is required, just wear comfortable clothes, bring a towel or yoga mat and have a good time. Many thanks to the Friends of the Roswell Library for sponsoring these classes. 

Needle Crafters

Thursdays. 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Do you knit, crochet, embroider or practice another needle craft? Each week, needle crafters meet-up and work on their own projects. Bring your own supplies and skills, there’s no instruction provided. Warning: be prepared to laugh and have a good time!

Displays

In April, we will celebrate National Library Week, Volunteer Appreciation Week, Mediterranean Cookbooks as part of Islamic Heritage Month, as well as Arbor Day, National Humor Month and books with yellow covers.  For additional information about our library and any upcoming programs, visit our webpage: https://www.fulcolibrary.org/locations/ROSWEL/.