The Forsyth County Public Library Offers Children's Programs all Summer Long. Click Here to see a schedule of reading and storytelling events offered at the Library. All events are free to the public...
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase “Storybook Alive”
Sharon Forks Branch—Saturday, May 31 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Captain Hook, Dorothy, the Fairy Godmother, and Peter Pan come to life through music and drama as Wendy Bennett performs "Storybook Alive." Enjoy musical fun for all ages. Registration is not necessary for this free family program. Early arrival is suggested for best seating.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase: “Stories from South of the Border”
Cumming Branch—Saturday, May 31, 10:30 a.m.
Learn about the legends of Latin America through stories, songs and traditional musical instruments as storyteller Tersi Bendiburg presents "Stories from South of the Border." Kids of all ages will sing along as they learn how stories traveled across the Atlantic from Europe and Africa to become part of the Latin American folk tradition in this 45 minute program. No registration is necessary. Early arrival is suggested.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase “Magic of Reading”
Cumming Branch – Monday, June 2 3:00 p.m.
Sharon Forks Branch – Monday, June 2 5:30 and 6:30 p.m.
Join magician Arthur Atsma for magic, music, and lots of laughs as he presents "Magic of Reading." This 45 minute program features dazzling feats of magic including tricks with metal rings, lights, coins, handkerchiefs and more. Fun for all ages! Registration is not necessary. Early arrival is suggested for best seating.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase: “Franny Fable Tells a Tale”
Sharon Forks Branch—Saturday, June 7 10:30 a.m.
Join storyteller Holly Stevenson as she combines humor, movement, puppets, rhymes and songs, to bring animal characters from classic children’s stories to life. Fun-filled, interactive tales celebrate friendship in its many forms. No registration is necessary for this free family program. Early arrival is suggested for best seating.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase: “Royal Reading”
Cumming Branch—Saturday, June 7 10:30 a.m.
Meet storyteller Queen Glitter as she dazzles you with amazing and funny stories, direct to you from Glitterland. This family program is fun for all ages. No registration is necessary for this free program. Early arrival is suggested for best seating
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase: “Stories from South of the Border”
Sharon Forks Branch—Saturday, June 21, 10:30 a.m.
Learn about the legends of Latin America through stories, songs and traditional musical instruments as storyteller Tersi Bendiburg presents "Stories from South of the Border." Kids of all ages will sing along as they learn how stories traveled across the Atlantic from Europe and Africa to become part of the Latin American folk tradition in this 45 minute program. No registration is necessary. Early arrival is suggested.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase “Storybook Alive”
Cumming Branch—Saturday, June 21 10:30 a.m.
Captain Hook, Dorothy, the Fairy Godmother, and Peter Pan come to life through music and drama as Wendy Bennett performs "Storybook Alive." Enjoy musical fun for all ages. Registration is not necessary for this free family program. Early arrival is suggested for best seating.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase: “North Pole Follies”
Cumming Branch—Monday, June 23 3:00 p.m.
Sharon Forks Branch—Monday, June 23 5:30 and 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate winter in June! Meet Mr. Bah Humbug and a cast of colorful characters as they perform in the annual talent show, the North Pole Fa-la-la-la Follies. Presented by Lee Bryan, "That Puppet Guy," the show will feature puppets, music, and a behind the scenes puppet demonstration. Fun for all ages! No registration is necessary for this free program.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase: “Franny Fable Tells a Tale”
Cumming Branch—Saturday, June 28 10:30 a.m.
Join storyteller Holly Stevenson as she combines humor, movement, puppets, rhymes and songs, to bring animal characters from classic children’s stories to life. Fun-filled, interactive tales celebrate friendship in its many forms. No registration is necessary for this free family program. Early arrival is suggested for best seating.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase “Mr. Bugaboo’s Bugazoo”
Sharon Forks Branch—Saturday, June 28 10:30 a.m.
Enjoy plenty of "buggy" stories, puppets, and songs by "The Beetles" as storyteller Barry Stewart Mann presents "Mr. Bugaboo's Bugazoo." Fun for all ages! No registration is necessary for this free family program. Early arrival is suggested for best seating.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase: “Singing Stories”
Cumming Branch—Monday, June 30 3:00 p.m.
Sharon Forks Branch—Monday, June 30 5:30 p.m.
Enjoy stories, music, and more as Eric Litwin presents “Singing Stories.” This 45- minute interactive program features musical stories, sing-a-longs, and movement activities. Musical fun for all ages! No registration is necessary for this free program. Early arrival is suggested for best seating.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase: “Catch the Reading Bug”
Cumming Branch—Tuesday, July 22 3:00 p.m.
Go on a safari with magical educator Chad Crews as he performs "Catch the Reading Bug." Chad's program contains a combination of magic, puppets, music and some real “reading bugs,” and showcases several books about different animals. No registration is necessary for this free program. Early arrival is suggested for best seating.
Forsyth County Public Library Presents Summer Showcase: “The Pied Piper of Hamelin”
Sharon Forks Branch—Thursday, July 24 3:00 p.m.
Rats! Marty Barrett and Pat Bell bring the classic tale of rodents, rescue, and revenge to dramatic life as they present "The Pied Piper of Hamelin." Learn the importance of telling the truth and honoring commitments through this timeless tale. Fun for all ages! No registration is necessary for this free family program. Early arrival is suggested for best seating.
