Welcome to the roswell Library

FRIENDS OF THE ROSWELL LIBRARY BOOK SALE

The Friends are having a special “book cart sale” in early December. As always, you’ll find a large selection of great books at great prices. The dates and times are below.

• Thursday, December 5, 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
• Friday, December 6, 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
• Saturday, December 7, 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
• Monday, December 9, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Half price sale!

DECEMBER HOLIDAYS

All Fulton County libraries will be closed on the following days in December, 2024.

• Christmas Holidays:  
  • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, December 24, 25, 26 & 27, 2024
• New Year's Holidays:  
  • Tuesday & Wednesday:  December 31, 2024 & January 1, 2025

 Remember you can always access your library account and our wonderful electronic resources 24/7, 365. 

GREAT SOUTHEAST POLLINATOR CENSUS RESULTS

Remember the pollinator census from last August? The results are in and they are fantastic. Fulton County residents, as well as many others, stepped up, counted pollinators they saw in their yards and posted the data. Visit 2024 Pollinator Census Results to learn the results. We look forward to promoting this wonderful event again in August, 2025.

THE ROCK GARDEN

Our rock garden is growing nicely. Thanks to patrons, volunteers, and library staff for providing decorated rocks and spreading kindness. We still need your assistance to help the garden grow - and keep growing. If you see a rock in the garden and it means something to you, feel free to take it. You can keep it or share it. We also ask you to share a rock or rocks that you painted so others can experience the joy and inspiration, too. We will also have plain rocks available for you to take home, paint and return to the garden. 

SEED LIBRARY

Our Seed Library is going strong. 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.

ONLINE QUIZ FOR DECEMBER!

The “Hello December” quiz will test your knowledge about December. Many thanks to Kimberly for creating another fun quiz. Click here to take a look: December Quiz. Your email address is not required, but if you’d like to enter a drawing to win a small prize, be sure to include your email address. Reminder: we do not share or disclose email addresses. Ever. 

FOR CHILDREN

Programs changes for 2025

In an effort to reach a broader audience, some of our regular children’s programs will change dates and/or times beginning in January. Miss Jessica will offer more great programs and the Friends will sponsor monthly Bi-Lingual Story Times, plus we hope to continue the fun art classes for kids with Miss Lara. More information will be available in the mid-December newsletter.

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

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. 

Neurodivergent Stories and Tunes

Monday, December 2, 11:00 a.m. 

Monday, December 16, 11:00 a.m.

In January, NST will move to 3:30 p.m. on the first and third Mondays.

Join Miss Jessica for Neurodivergent Stories and Tunes, a special small group story time geared towards neurodivergent patrons.  Offline registration is required. Please call or email the branch to register. Registration for each event closes the Saturday before the event. Ages 2-6.  Caregivers must remain with children during the program. No official diagnosis necessary to attend, but this program is intended for neurodivergent children.

Chanukah Story Time

Tuesday, December 3, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join us for a fun story time with Menucha Schwartz.

Kids Lego Clubs

We offer two LEGO clubs for kids.

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

Wednesday, December 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, December 18, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

In January, Toddler Lego will move to selected Mondays at 10:30 a.m. More details will be available soon.

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

Monday, December 23, 4:30-5:30 p.m. - CANCELED

In January, Kids Lego will be held on the fourth Monday of the month at 4:00 p.m.

Bouncing Babies Story Time

Tuesday, December 10, 10:30-11:00 a.m.

In January, BBST will move to Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. and will be held weekly!

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.

Santa Story Time

Wednesday, December 11, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join us for this special Christmas story time for lots of fun and laughter.

Kwanzaa Story Time

Tuesday, December 17, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Habari Gani! Join us for a special story time celebrating Kwanzaa.

Yoga for Kids 

Saturday, December 21, 11:00 a.m. 

We are excited to announce that Ashley DeLuccia is now leading 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. 

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. 

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

Displays

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

FOR ADULTS

New in January, 2025 - Let’s Craft!

Friday, January 17, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Library staff will present a fun and simple craft program every other month. For starters, we’ll 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 January 3, 2025. Register here.  Many thanks to the Friends of the Roswell Library for sponsoring our arts and craft classes.

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 - FULL

Tuesday, December 3, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

The December sessions are full. Please check the next newsletter for information about January dates and times. 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.  

Monthly Meditation for Beginners

Saturday, December 7, 3:00-4:00 p.m. (Special date because of the holidays.)

In this one hour session, you will learn Isha Kriya, a simple 12-18 minute practice to help you become meditative effortlessly. Attain health, clarity and joy! Isha Kriya does not require meditation experience and may be done sitting in a chair.

This program is for adults; children 12+ must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Art Class with Sharon Crumley

Tuesday, December 10, 1:00-3:00 p.m. 

Registration opens Monday, December 2 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 on the morning of the art class. Many thanks to the Friends of the Roswell Library for sponsoring these popular classes.

Book Clubs

We hope to see you at one of our book clubs in December. 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, December 13 at 11:00 a.m. -  Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

Noonday Nosh Book Club (virtual and in person)

Tuesday, December 17 12:00 p.m. -  Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb

Mystery Book Club (virtual only)

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. - The MBC takes a break in December. January 2025 begins with Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz.

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

Friday,   at 2:00 p.m. - The Rediscovery of America by Ned Blackhawk (special date because of the Thanksgiving holidays)

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. PLEASE NOTE: ESL classes will take a winter break after December 17 and will resume January 7, 2025.

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. PLEASE NOTE: ESL classes will take a winter break after December 18 and will resume January 8, 2025.

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!

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. 

Displays

We’re going to recommend lots of good books to close out the year. You’ll find selections of cozy holiday novels, winter fiction, and must read books of 2024.