ALL LIBRARIES WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, FOR LABOR DAY
All Fulton County Libraries will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. Remember you can always access your account and our electronic resources 24/7, 365 days a year at www.fulcolibrary.org.
YEAR OF THE BOOK
The Fulton County Library System is pleased to announce a year long celebration of books and reading, The Year of the Book. Each month, libraries will feature special displays and programs to promote different themes. You’ll see extra displays around the library celebrating books.
Be sure to log into Beanstack to sign up for this program and log your books. Create an account or log in here:Beanstack.
ATLANTA AUTHORS SERIES PRESENTS TIFFANY CRUM!
FULL - Saturday, August 15. 2:00 p.m. at the Roswell Library
Join us for a fun afternoon with author Tiffany Crum as she discusses her debut novel, the New York Times bestselling This Story Might Save Your Life. This event will be moderated by Carlie Walker, the bestselling author of The Takedown, as well as eight books for children and young adults.
Tiffany Crum grew up on a dairy farm just down the road from a maximum-security prison. A longtime Californian, she now lives in Atlanta with her husband, two sons, and dogs, and spends her free time trying to keep her vegetable garden alive. Carlie Walker and her family live in Marietta.
ONE BOOK ONE READ
One Book, One Read Author Event: Jason Rekulak in Conversation with Karyn Greer
Saturday, September 19, 11:00 a.m. at the Central Library
One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta, GA 30303
Join the Fulton County Library System for a special author event celebrating our 2026 One Book, One Read selection, The Last One at the Wedding by bestselling author Jason Rekulak.
This annual countywide reading initiative invites residents across Fulton County to read the same book and connect through shared stories and conversations. This year’s selection, The Last One at the Wedding, is a gripping suspense novel that will keep readers guessing until the very end.
Jason Rekulak will speak at the Central Library for a live conversation about the novel, moderated by Karyn Greer, award-winning journalist and anchor for Channel 2 Action News. Learn more here: One Book One Read.
Please note: Roswell will have a book discussion of The Last One at the Wedding on Friday, August 21 at 2:00 p.m. No reservations are required.
INDOOR ROCK GARDEN
Our indoor rock garden features beautiful rocks painted by staff and volunteers. We hope you will take a moment and stop by, take a look, and take a rock or leave a rock. We always welcome your painted rocks. Be sure to sign up for our monthly rock painting class. Details are below.
SEED LIBRARY
Our Seed Library continues to be very popular. Patrons may check out up to 5 packets of different seeds per family, per month. No library card is 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 Kimberly Hilsee,kimberly.hilsee@fultoncountyga.gov. Kimberly and Fouzia are in charge of this popular program.
Each month, Fouzia creates a special display around a theme and creates seed packets related to that theme. August’s theme is “Stress Relief” featuring a variety of herbs. Get these quickly because these fun seed packets don’t last long!
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.
Toddler Play Time
Please note that Toddler Play Time will pause after July. Ms. Amie is planning a variety of fun activities for children going forward. We hope you will join us for the regular Thursday Storytimes and some of our other new programs!
NEW! Family Storytime
Saturday, August 1. 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Join the Roswell Library for an afternoon full of books, songs, and dances with Children's Librarian Ms. Amie! Fun for any age! This is a new program that will be held on the first Saturday of each month.
NEW! Pajama Storytime
Tuesday, August 4. 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wear your favorite pajamas to the Roswell Library for an evening full of books and lullabies with Children's Librarian Ms. Amie! Pajama storytime is geared towards children 18mo+. This is a new program that will be held on the first Tuesday evening of each month.
Baby Storytime
Wednesdays, August 5, 12, 19, and 26. 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Join the Roswell Library for a storytime full of books and songs with Children's Librarian Ms. Amie! Baby storytimes are geared towards children under 18 months. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.
NEW! Watermelon Craft
Wednesday, August 5. 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Help us decorate our library with a fun summer craft! After the watermelon crafts dry, the library will decorate the Children's space with your art. Geared towards children 6-11 years. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.
Storytime With Miss Peggy
Thursday, August 6. 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Join the Roswell Library for a storytime full of books and songs with Ms. Peggy! Thursday storytimes are geared towards children 18mo+.
Bilingual Storytime/Cuentos bilingüe
Monday, August 10. 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Stop by the Roswell Library on the second Monday of the month for Bilingual Storytime with Lingual Kids! Learn some basic phrases while having fun with music, movement, and stories! Caregivers must remain with children during the program. This popular program is sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.
NEW! Evening Baby Storytime
Tuesday, August 11. 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wear your favorite Pajamas to the Roswell Library for an evening full of books and lullabies with Children's Librarian Ms. Amie! Evening baby storytime is geared towards children under 18 months. This is a new program that will be held on the second Tuesday of each month.
NEW! Scavenger Hunt
Wednesday, August 12. 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Join us at the Roswell Library for a casual, nature themed scavenger hunt! Geared towards children 6-11 years.
Thursday Storytimes
Thursdays, August 13 and 27. 10:30 a.m.
Join the Roswell Library for a storytime full of books and songs with Children's Librarian Ms. Amie! Thursday storytimes are geared towards children 18mo+. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.
Please note: There will not be a storytime on Thursday, August 20.
Yoga for Kids
Saturday, August 15. 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.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. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.
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
Tuesday, August 18. 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Join Ms. Lara and learn how to create art using different techniques! Registration is required. Click here to register:Art Class with Ms. Lara. If registration is full, be sure to join the waiting list in case someone cancels. 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.
NEW! Kids' Workout Wednesday
Wednesday, August 19. 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Let's get to move, move, moving! Geared towards children 6-11 years.
NEW! Kids Blackout Poetry
Wednesday, August 26. 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Blackout poetry is a type of erasure poetry where you can take a page from a book, newspaper, or magazine and black out most of the words with a marker, leaving only the words you want to include in your poem.
This is a great way to create poetry when you have a poem inside you, but you struggle getting the words out. Geared towards children 6-11 years.
Hooked on Loops Crochet Club
Hooked on Loops will return in September.
Displays
The Children’s Department is featuring a great selection of rotating displays as you enter the department. For starters, we always feature a selection of 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. The current display showcases great books for new readers and includes helpful tips for parents.
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! Game Night: Jeopardy
Thursday, August 6. 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Join the Roswell Public Library for a Jeopardy game night with snacks and prizes! Geared for teens 11-17. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.
NEW! Watercolor Tote Bags
Thursday, August 13. 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Design your own tote bag with amazing watercolor designs. All supplies will be provided. Registration begins on August 1, 2026.
This program is geared towards teens 11-17. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library. To register, click here:Watercolor Tote Bags.
NEW! Adulting 101 - Getting a Job
Thursday, August 20. 4:00-5:00 p.m.
You need to get a job, but where do you start? Join us at the Roswell Public Library to learn the basics of job searches, resumés, and the interview process. Geared towards teens 11-17. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.
NEW! Teen Blackout Poetry
Thursday, August 27. 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Blackout poetry is a type of erasure poetry where you can take a page from a book, newspaper, or magazine and black out most of the words with a marker, leaving only the words you want to include in your poem.
This is a great way to create poetry when you have a poem inside you, but you struggle getting the words out.
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! Tips on Purchasing Your First Home
Monday, August 3. 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Are you ready to become a homeowner? Robin Liang, a Real Estate Agent since 2007, will offer valuable information that can help make the home buying process smoother. Many topics will be discussed to get you prepared as a homebuyer!
Registration is required. Please click here to register: Tips on Purchasing Your First Home.
SHIP Medicare Information Sessions
Tuesday, August 4. 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. Please call the branch at 404.612.9700 to make a reservation.
Art Class with Sharon Crumley
Tuesday, August 11. 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Registration opens August 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.
Learn Spanish in Six Weeks with Jay Zager
Saturdays, July 18, July 25, August 1, August 8, August 15 and August 22 from 12:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
By popular demand, a new six week session will start in July! “Aprender Español: Zero to Fluent in 6 Weeks” is a fun and easy approach to learning Spanish designed for beginners. Through six 45-minute workshops, participants will build confidence speaking Spanish in a relaxed, supportive environment—no textbooks, no tests, and no pressure. This interactive series focuses on practical language skills, making learning Spanish engaging, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone.
Please note: You must register for each class. Click here to register for the August 1 session.
NEW! Roswell Wordsmiths
Tuesday, August 18. 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Do you have a passion for writing? Are you trying to figure out how to get your work published? Do you need support in your journey to become a writer? The Roswell Wordsmiths can help you with these and any other things that may pop up during your quest to write and publish your work. At the program, one writer will read some of their original work for about 20 minutes, and then we begin an Open Mic session.
Writers who want to read at Open Mic will sign up when they come in. All forms of writing are welcome. We will also have time for discussion and Q & A.
The program will also be available via Zoom. Contact Eric Kennington at eric.kennington@fultoncountyga.gov for the Zoom link.
NEW! Book Discussion of The Last One at the Wedding
Friday, August 21. 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Join us for a discussion of this year’s One Book One Read selection, The Last One at the Wedding by Jason Rekulak. For more details about One Book One Read, including a presentation by the author, click here: One Book One Read.
Rock Painting
Thursday, August 27. 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Our rock garden has proven to be very popular! Join us for an enjoyable experience full of creativity and connection to others while painting shells and rocks. You will have the opportunity to decorate one shell or rock for yourself, and the remaining rocks painted during the program will be planted in our rock garden. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required and begins August 1. Please click here to register: Rock Painting at Roswell. Sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.
NEW! Identity Theft and Financial Scam Prevention Workshop
Saturday, August 29. 11:00-1:00 p.m.
Identity theft is a problem facing millions of Americans. The most common ways that an identity is stolen are through employment and tax related transactions. The most frequent targets of this activity are senior adults. Steven Howell will lead this workshop designed to teach you how to combat and prevent your identity from being stolen.
Registration is required. Click here to register: Identity Theft Workshop.
Book Clubs
We hope to see you at one of our book clubs in August. 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, August 14 at 11:00 a.m. - How to Read a Book by Monica Wood
*Noonday Nosh Book Club (virtual and in person)
Tuesday, August 18 at 12:15 p.m. - Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
*The new start time for Noonday Nosh is 12:15 p.m.
Mystery Book Club (virtual only)
Tuesday, August 25 at 6:30 p.m. - The Bangalore Detectives Club by Harini Nagendra
Non-Fiction Friday Book Club (virtual and in person)
Friday, August 28 at 2:00 p.m. - Vesper Flights by Helen Macdonald
ESL Classes
Tuesday Mornings - ESL for Beginners
Tuesdays. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
We are excited to welcome back ESL students! Classes resume August 4. Join us each Tuesday morning for ESL for Beginners. No registration is required. All materials will be provided by the instructors. Many thanks to volunteers Katie and Shauna for teaching our Tuesday 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. Due to a new system-wide policy, participants must sign a waiver to participate in this program.
Needlecrafters
Thursdays. 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Do you knit, crochet, embroider or practice another needle craft? Each week, needlecrafters 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 August, we will celebrate the “Classics” with a large display of classic titles. We will also feature novels by Middle Eastern authors, books celebrating Julia Child (her birthday is August 15), novels about friendships, books about calligraphy, the Great Southeast Pollinator Census, Greek mythology for grown-ups, National Honey Bee Day, and more.
We are also introducing a new feature: Book Bundles for adults. Library staff will select a few titles by popular authors and you can check out a small bundle of books. These will be in between the sloping shelves in front of the adult fiction section.
The Seed Library theme is “Stress Relief ” - featuring selected seeds to grow herbs to calm your life. These seed packets are very popular, so come in early to get one while quantities last.
For additional information about our library and any upcoming programs, visit our webpage:https://www.fulcolibrary.org/locations/ROSWEL/.
