LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR VETERAN’S DAY AND THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYS
All Fulton County Libraries will be closed:
- Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veteran’s Day.
- Thursday-Friday, November 27-28 in observance of Thanksgiving.
Access your account online at www.fulcolibrary.org. Digital resources are available 24/7, 365 days a year.
ATLANTA AUTHORS PRESENT CAROLYN AND BILL CURRY
Saturday, November 1. 2:00 p.m.
Atlanta Authors, a program of Friends of the Roswell Library, in partnership with the City of Roswell and Bookmiser, presents Carolyn Curry! Trudy’s Awakening is a historical novel set in the latter half of nineteenth-century Georgia that tells the story of three women whose lives were intermingled as they worked to overcome society’s barriers to their progress and success. Gertrude Thomas, “Trudy” to her friends and family, grew up in wealth and privilege but lost it all in the aftermath of the war. Amanda “Mae,” along with her mother Lurany, were enslaved to Gertrude’s family and yearned for freedom. Lizzie Jeter was a middle-class young woman who dreamed of being a professional artist. All three faced tremendous obstacles in a world that wished to limit and suppress their talents.
The award-winning writer and historian will be accompanied by another author with the same last name – her husband, Bill Curry, former professional football player and college coach. His book, Ten Men You Meet in the Huddle: Lessons from a Football Life, details teammates and coaches who turned him from a next-to-last NFL draft pick into a two-time Pro Bowler.
This event is free and open to the public, but you must register to attend. Register here: https://AtlantaAuthorspresentsCarolynCurry.eventbrite.com.
FRIENDS OF THE ROSWELL LIBRARY’S HOLIDAY BOOK SALE
The Friends will host their last book sale of the year! Get ready to shop until you drop. Dates and times are below.
- Friday, November 14. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. - No scanners on this day.
- Saturday, November 15. 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
- Monday, November 17. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Special half-price sale!
INDOOR ROCK GARDEN
Update: Our wonderful indoor rock garden has moved to the other side of the shelf and now faces the front doors (when you walk in from the parking lot). Staff have combined the seed library and rock garden. 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.
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 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 now in charge of this popular program. 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.
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 in November.
BiLingual Story Time
Monday, November 3. 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Join us for BiLingual Story Time once a 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.
Kids Art Class with Ms. Lara
Monday, November 3. 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. 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.
Hooked on Loops Crochet Club for Ages 9-11
Tuesday, November 4. 5:00-6:00 p.m. New Time!
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: Hooked on Loops. If registration is full, be sure to join the waiting list.
Bouncing Babies Story Time
Wednesdays, November 5, 12, and 19. 10:30-11:00 a.m.
Bouncing Babies will not take place in November, but we will provide an independent Baby Playtime for caregivers and babies up to 18 months of age. Bouncing Babies will return December 3 at 10:30 a.m. Caretakers must remain with the babies. No registration is required.
Toddler Playtime
Mondays, November 10, 17 and 24. 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Come play at the Roswell Library! We have plenty of toys to play with and share during this open play hour in the Kids Area. Please note this is a self-supervised program. Staff will be checking in periodically, but not remaining throughout the program. Ages 18 months-5 years.
Yoga for Kids
Saturday, November 15. 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. 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 Lego Club
Monday, November 24. 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Is your child a LEGO fan? Does your child like to build things? Come to our monthly LEGO program where kids can build whatever they wish using our LEGOs. The only limit is their imagination! Ages 6-12. Caregivers must remain with children during the program.
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.
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.
SHIP Medicare Information Sessions
Tuesday, November 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
*Special date because of the Veteran’s Day holiday
Tuesday, November 18. 1:00-3:00 p.m. - Special date because of the Veteran’s Day holiday November 11 (when libraries are closed). Registration opens Saturday, November 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.
Spanish Yoga - New Time!
Tuesday, November 18 . 7:00-7:45 p.m.
¡Te invitamos a una clase de yoga en español en la biblioteca de Roswell! En esta hora aprenderás herramientas para relajarte y reconectarte contigo mismo. Esta práctica es para todos los niveles no importa si es tu primera vez or si tienes experiencia. Debido a una nueva política de todo el sistema, los participantes deben firmar una exención para participar en este programa.
We invite you to a yoga class in Spanish at the Roswell library! At this time you will learn tools to relax and reconnect with yourself. This practice is for all levels no matter if it's your first time or if you have experience. Due to a new system-wide policy, participants must sign a waiver to participate in this program.
Book Clubs
We hope to see you at one of our book clubs in November. 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, November 14 at 11:00 a.m. - The Women by Kristin Hannah
*Noonday Nosh Book Club (virtual and in person)
*Special time in November!
Tuesday, November 18 at 12:30 p.m. - Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
*Mystery Book Club (virtual only)
*Special date because of the Thanksgiving holidays.
Tuesday, December 2 at 6:30 p.m. - Look Closer by David Ellis
*Non-Fiction Friday Book Club (virtual and in person)
*Special date because of the Thanksgiving holidays.
Friday, December 5 at 2:00 p.m. - The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
ESL Classes
Tuesday Mornings - ESL for Beginners
Tuesdays. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
No ESL class on Tuesday, November 11 or Tuesday, November 25.
Join us each Tuesday morning for ESL for Beginners. No registration. All materials will be provided by the instructor. Many thanks to volunteer Katie for teaching our Tuesday classes.
Wednesday Mornings - Conversational English (Intermediate)
No ESL class on Wednesday, November 26.
Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Join us each Wednesday morning for ESL for Beginners. No registration. All materials will be provided by the instructor. Many thanks to volunteer Jojo for teaching our Wednesday classes.
Regular Yoga and Chair Yoga Classes
Chair Yoga, Wednesdays. 1:30 p.m.
Regular Yoga, Wednesdays. 3:00 p.m.
No yoga classes on Wednesday, November 26.
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.
No Needlecrafters program on Thursday, November 27 because of the Thanksgiving holiday.
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 November, we will celebrate displays featuring Veteran’s Day, Native American Authors, Agatha Christie, From Books to Streaming Movies, Non-Fiction November, Cozy Books and more.
For additional information about our library and any upcoming programs, visit our webpage: https://www.fulcolibrary.org/locations/ROSWEL/.
