As summer programs wrap up and the beginning of school nears, spend the last few weeks of July taking advantage of your local library’s programs and making memories at family-friendly events in (and around) Habersham.
This week…
Monday the 19, join the Helen Public Library online for a story and craft! Hear the story of the “Three Little Fish and the Big Bad Shark,” read by a librarian, followed by a guided craft. Their videos upload to their Facebook page by noon.
If you’re looking for an in-person event for little readers, the Hall County Library will have their weekly Twilight Storytime on Monday at the Rose Creek Park Amphitheater at 6:15 p.m., bring your listening ears, a blanket and a picnic for this event.
Tuesday the 20, join the Helen Library at Pete’s Park for a “bear hunt,” inspired by the children’s book “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt.” This story walk starts at 10 a.m. and takes place outside– if the weather isn’t looking too sunshiney, check the library’s Facebook page for cancelations.
From 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., catch Lee Bryan, “That Puppet Guy,” at the Gainesville Library! Bryan will perform charming retellings of Aesop’s Fables with puppets kids are sure to love. Learn more about other showings and reserve your spot on the library’s website.
In Cornelia, catch some seriously competitive cornhole at Fenders Alley from 6-8 p.m. during the end of the Peach State Cornhole Leagues summer season. If you want to get involved, sign up for the fall season on their website.
This Wednesday the 21, start your day at the Cleveland Public Library for storytime and a fishtail craft. This event will begin at 10 a.m. on the library lawn.
Join the Hall County Public Library System at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at the Cherokee Bluffs Park Amphitheater for outdoor storytime. Bring a blanket and the little ones for stories, puppets, music and dancing!
On Wednesday at Fenders Alley in Cornelia, head out for “Rockin’ Bingo,” starting at 7 p.m. in the Alley. Grab a seat for cash prizes, dinner and drink specials, live music and friendly competition at this event.
On Thursday, July 22, catch a morning or evening showing of “TAD: The Lost Explorer and the Secret of King Midas” in Toccoa during the Historic Ritz Theater’s $1 Summer Movie Series. Showings run at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., and all tickets and concessions are $1.
In Cornelia on Thursday, Fender’s Alley will host their weekly Kids’ Day with Cornelia bakery Patty Kakes. The event starts in the Alley at 11 a.m. and goes until 1 p.m..
This weekend…
Celebrate the end of the workweek with free entertainment and fresh produce. The Downtown Gainesville farmers market starts at 2:30 p.m. and goes to 6 on Friday. Enjoy fresh produce, baked goods, crafts and much more alongside live music on the historic Gainesville Square.
At Freedom Park in Cleveland Friday night, bring the family and a picnic blanket for a free showing of Disney Pixar’s “Monsters University,” beginning at dark, complete with free popsicles, popcorn and drinks. Free movies at Freedom Park will run throughout July on Friday nights, hosted by Cleveland First Baptist Church.
At Fender’s Alley on Friday, catch live music starting at 7 p.m. performed by singer/songwriter Hunter Rose of Canton, GA.
Saturday, head out to the White County Farmers Market for all your local produce, food and handmade craft needs. The market opens at 7:30 a.m. and goes to noon at Freedom Park.
Visit Downtown Toccoa this Saturday for the Ida Cox Music Series, a free live music event going throughout the summer. This week, the Splitz Band from Athens, GA takes the stage at 7 p.m. for an evening of Motown tunes.
The Sautee Nacoochee Center will host their monthly Sautee Community Contra Dance with live band “The Griddle Lickers,” starting at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. Children 12 and under are free. Check out their website for admission prices and more information.
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