East Gadsden Branch of the GPL: Fundamentals of Football for Females When: Mondays, Noon-1PM Where: East Gadsden Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Football basics for women! For additional information or registration, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4691.

GPL LEGO Club When: October 1 & 15, 3:30PM Where: GPL Children’s Department Ages 1-12! Legos will be provided!! Lego donations are welcome!! For additional information, please contact the Children’s Department at 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

GPL Computer Classes Where: Computer Classroom (2nd Floor) of the Main Library October 2 & 3, 9:30AM-12:30PM-Computer Basics for Beginners October 10, 9:30-11:30AM-Downloading & Saving Files October 17, 9:30-11:30AM-Microsoft PowerPoint October 24, 9:30-11:30AM-How to Use a Scanner Registration is required since space is limited to 12 people per class. For further information please contact Craig or Fred at (256) 549-4699, ext. 2120 or 2116.

GPL Computer Classes Where: Computer Classroom (2nd Floor) of the Main Library October 2 & 3, 9:30AM-12:30PM-Computer Basics for Beginners October 10, 9:30-11:30AM-Downloading & Saving Files October 17, 9:30-11:30AM-Microsoft PowerPoint October 24, 9:30-11:30AM-How to Use a Scanner Registration is required since space is limited to 12 people per class. For further information please contact Craig or Fred at (256) 549-4699, ext. 2120 or 2116.

GPL Little Movers Baby Story Time When: Wednesdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department Participate in circle time, songs, finger plays and more! This program is geared towards children 6-24 months. Snacks are welcome but not provided. For additional information, please call 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

Friends of the Gadsden Public Library BIG Book Sale! When: Thursday, October 4, 9AM-5PM Friday, October 5, 9AM-5PM Saturday, October 6, 9AM-1PM Where: GPL Lena Martin Room Support the Gadsden Public Library! Thousands of items of nearly new and gently-used hardcover and softcover books, movies, and other items! Proceeds will be used to purchase library materials and support library programming! Preview Day on Wednesday, October 3, from 10AM to 5PM for Friends of the Library Members ONLY. Not a Friends member yet? New memberships will be available at the preview or during regular hours of the sale! Memberships are good for one year! For additional information, please call 256.549.4699.

GPL Story Time When: Thursdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department October 4-We’re Going On a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen October 11-Curious George Harvest Hoedown by H.A. Rey October 18-Creepy Carrots by Aaron Reynolds October 25-We’re Off to Find the Witches House by Mr. Krieb For additional information on these programs, please call 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

Friends of the Gadsden Public Library BIG Book Sale! When: Thursday, October 4, 9AM-5PM Friday, October 5, 9AM-5PM Saturday, October 6, 9AM-1PM Where: GPL Lena Martin Room Support the Gadsden Public Library! Thousands of items of nearly new and gently-used hardcover and softcover books, movies, and other items! Proceeds will be used to purchase library materials and support library programming! Preview Day on Wednesday, October 3, from 10AM to 5PM for Friends of the Library Members ONLY. Not a Friends member yet? New memberships will be available at the preview or during regular hours of the sale! Memberships are good for one year! For additional information, please call 256.549.4699.

Alabama City Branch of the GPL: Beginning Crochet & Knitting! When: Fridays, 10AM-Noon Where: The Alabama City Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Learn the basics of crocheting or knitting! Please bring your own knitting/crocheting needles and yarn! For additional information, please contact Kay at 256.549.4688.

East Gadsden Branch of the GPL: Fundamentals of Football for Females When: Mondays, Noon-1PM Where: East Gadsden Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Football basics for women! For additional information or registration, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4691.

GPL Sensory Story Time When: Tuesdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department Join the GPL Children’s Department for a sensory friendly story time! This program is especially welcoming for children on the autism spectrum of who have sensory integration challenges. This 30-40 minute program includes a variety of movement songs, stories, books, and visual/sensory activities designed to be adaptive. For additional information, please contact the Children’s Department at 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

GPL Teen Homeschool Group When: Tuesdays, 11AM-1PM Where: GPL Teen Zone Meet and hangout with other YA Homeschoolers in the area! For additional information, please contact the Teen Zone at 256.549.4699, ext. 2122, or nicole@gadsdenlibrary.org.

GPL Computer Classes Where: Computer Classroom (2nd Floor) of the Main Library October 2 & 3, 9:30AM-12:30PM-Computer Basics for Beginners October 10, 9:30-11:30AM-Downloading & Saving Files October 17, 9:30-11:30AM-Microsoft PowerPoint October 24, 9:30-11:30AM-How to Use a Scanner Registration is required since space is limited to 12 people per class. For further information please contact Craig or Fred at (256) 549-4699, ext. 2120 or 2116.

GPL Little Movers Baby Story Time When: Wednesdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department Participate in circle time, songs, finger plays and more! This program is geared towards children 6-24 months. Snacks are welcome but not provided. For additional information, please call 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

GPL Story Time When: Thursdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department October 4-We’re Going On a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen October 11-Curious George Harvest Hoedown by H.A. Rey October 18-Creepy Carrots by Aaron Reynolds October 25-We’re Off to Find the Witches House by Mr. Krieb For additional information on these programs, please call 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

Alabama City Branch of the GPL: Beginning Crochet & Knitting! When: Fridays, 10AM-Noon Where: The Alabama City Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Learn the basics of crocheting or knitting! Please bring your own knitting/crocheting needles and yarn! For additional information, please contact Kay at 256.549.4688.

East Gadsden Branch of the GPL: Color & Calm Down When: Fridays, Noon-1PM Where: East Gadsden Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Color & Calm Down is a creative way to de-stress and create something beautiful. Coloring pages, crayons, markers, and colored pencils will be provided by the library. For additional information or registration, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4691.

East Gadsden Branch of the GPL: Fundamentals of Football for Females When: Mondays, Noon-1PM Where: East Gadsden Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Football basics for women! For additional information or registration, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4691.

GPL LEGO Club When: October 1 & 15, 3:30PM Where: GPL Children’s Department Ages 1-12! Legos will be provided!! Lego donations are welcome!! For additional information, please contact the Children’s Department at 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

GPL Sensory Story Time When: Tuesdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department Join the GPL Children’s Department for a sensory friendly story time! This program is especially welcoming for children on the autism spectrum of who have sensory integration challenges. This 30-40 minute program includes a variety of movement songs, stories, books, and visual/sensory activities designed to be adaptive. For additional information, please contact the Children’s Department at 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

GPL Teen Homeschool Group When: Tuesdays, 11AM-1PM Where: GPL Teen Zone Meet and hangout with other YA Homeschoolers in the area! For additional information, please contact the Teen Zone at 256.549.4699, ext. 2122, or nicole@gadsdenlibrary.org.

GPL Story Time When: Thursdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department October 4-We’re Going On a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen October 11-Curious George Harvest Hoedown by H.A. Rey October 18-Creepy Carrots by Aaron Reynolds October 25-We’re Off to Find the Witches House by Mr. Krieb For additional information on these programs, please call 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

East Gadsden Branch of the GPL: Salute to Survivors Tea When: October 18, 11AM-1PM Where: East Gadsden Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month with us! For additional information or registration, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4691.

Alabama City Branch of the GPL: Beginning Crochet & Knitting! When: Fridays, 10AM-Noon Where: The Alabama City Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Learn the basics of crocheting or knitting! Please bring your own knitting/crocheting needles and yarn! For additional information, please contact Kay at 256.549.4688.

East Gadsden Branch of the GPL: Color & Calm Down When: Fridays, Noon-1PM Where: East Gadsden Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Color & Calm Down is a creative way to de-stress and create something beautiful. Coloring pages, crayons, markers, and colored pencils will be provided by the library. For additional information or registration, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4691.

East Gadsden Branch of the GPL: Fundamentals of Football for Females When: Mondays, Noon-1PM Where: East Gadsden Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Football basics for women! For additional information or registration, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4691.

GPL Teen Game Days When: Mondays, 3:30PM Where: GPL Teen Zone Test your skills with all the board games, video games, and card games your heart desires! For additional information, please contact the Teen Zone at 256.549.4699, ext. 2122, or nicole@gadsdenlibrary.org.

GPL Sensory Story Time When: Tuesdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department Join the GPL Children’s Department for a sensory friendly story time! This program is especially welcoming for children on the autism spectrum of who have sensory integration challenges. This 30-40 minute program includes a variety of movement songs, stories, books, and visual/sensory activities designed to be adaptive. For additional information, please contact the Children’s Department at 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

GPL Teen Homeschool Group When: Tuesdays, 11AM-1PM Where: GPL Teen Zone Meet and hangout with other YA Homeschoolers in the area! For additional information, please contact the Teen Zone at 256.549.4699, ext. 2122, or nicole@gadsdenlibrary.org.

GPL Computer Classes Where: Computer Classroom (2nd Floor) of the Main Library October 2 & 3, 9:30AM-12:30PM-Computer Basics for Beginners October 10, 9:30-11:30AM-Downloading & Saving Files October 17, 9:30-11:30AM-Microsoft PowerPoint October 24, 9:30-11:30AM-How to Use a Scanner Registration is required since space is limited to 12 people per class. For further information please contact Craig or Fred at (256) 549-4699, ext. 2120 or 2116.

GPL Little Movers Baby Story Time When: Wednesdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department Participate in circle time, songs, finger plays and more! This program is geared towards children 6-24 months. Snacks are welcome but not provided. For additional information, please call 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

GPL Story Time When: Thursdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department October 4-We’re Going On a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen October 11-Curious George Harvest Hoedown by H.A. Rey October 18-Creepy Carrots by Aaron Reynolds October 25-We’re Off to Find the Witches House by Mr. Krieb For additional information on these programs, please call 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

GPL Teen Crafts When: October 4, 18, & 25, 3:30-5PM Where: GPL Teen Zone October 4-Pumpkin Book Art October 18-Pumpkin Painting October 25-Spell books For additional information, please contact the Teen Zone at 256.549.4699, ext. 2122, or nicole@gadsdenlibrary.org.

Alabama City Branch of the GPL: Beginning Crochet & Knitting! When: Fridays, 10AM-Noon Where: The Alabama City Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Learn the basics of crocheting or knitting! Please bring your own knitting/crocheting needles and yarn! For additional information, please contact Kay at 256.549.4688.

Digital Bookmobile National Tour! When: October 26 & 27, 10AM-4PM Where: Front Parking Lot of the GPL (254 College Street) For two days only, you can learn about and try eBooks & audiobooks available from the Gadsden Public Library in this interactive Digital Bookmobile! Digital Bookmobile eReading experts will help guide you through this easy process! Your valid Gadsden Public Library card allows you to borrow your favorite titles 24/7 through https://camellia.overdrive.com/ or by downloading OverDrive's newest reading app, Libby. Already have an eReading device? Bring it! Don’t have an eReading device? Visit the Gadget Gallery in the Digital Bookmobile to try out popular devices (including iPhone®, iPad®, Android™ phones and tablets, Chromebook™ and Kindle®)! The Digital Bookmobile is ADA Accessible! For additional information, please contact Craig at 256.549.4699, ext. 2120.

Digital Bookmobile National Tour! When: October 26 & 27, 10AM-4PM Where: Front Parking Lot of the GPL (254 College Street) For two days only, you can learn about and try eBooks & audiobooks available from the Gadsden Public Library in this interactive Digital Bookmobile! Digital Bookmobile eReading experts will help guide you through this easy process! Your valid Gadsden Public Library card allows you to borrow your favorite titles 24/7 through https://camellia.overdrive.com/ or by downloading OverDrive's newest reading app, Libby. Already have an eReading device? Bring it! Don’t have an eReading device? Visit the Gadget Gallery in the Digital Bookmobile to try out popular devices (including iPhone®, iPad®, Android™ phones and tablets, Chromebook™ and Kindle®)! The Digital Bookmobile is ADA Accessible! For additional information, please contact Craig at 256.549.4699, ext. 2120.

GPL Chessmasters When: Saturdays, 10AM-Noon (excluding City holidays) Where: Fiction Department of the GPL Now meeting EVERY Saturday (excluding City holidays)! Join the Chess Club each Saturday from 10AM-Noon in the Fiction Area of the GPL! Chessboards and pieces may be requested for in-house use at the circulation desk. Beginners and pros welcome! For additional information please contact Craig at: craig@gadsdenlibrary.org or by calling 256.549.4699, ext. 2120.

East Gadsden Branch of the GPL: Fundamentals of Football for Females When: Mondays, Noon-1PM Where: East Gadsden Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Football basics for women! For additional information or registration, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4691.

GPL Teen Game Days When: Mondays, 3:30PM Where: GPL Teen Zone Test your skills with all the board games, video games, and card games your heart desires! For additional information, please contact the Teen Zone at 256.549.4699, ext. 2122, or nicole@gadsdenlibrary.org.

GPL Sensory Story Time When: Tuesdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department Join the GPL Children’s Department for a sensory friendly story time! This program is especially welcoming for children on the autism spectrum of who have sensory integration challenges. This 30-40 minute program includes a variety of movement songs, stories, books, and visual/sensory activities designed to be adaptive. For additional information, please contact the Children’s Department at 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

GPL Teen Homeschool Group When: Tuesdays, 11AM-1PM Where: GPL Teen Zone Meet and hangout with other YA Homeschoolers in the area! For additional information, please contact the Teen Zone at 256.549.4699, ext. 2122, or nicole@gadsdenlibrary.org.

GPL Little Movers Baby Story Time When: Wednesdays, 10AM Where: GPL Children’s Department Participate in circle time, songs, finger plays and more! This program is geared towards children 6-24 months. Snacks are welcome but not provided. For additional information, please call 256.549.4699, ext. 2118.

East Gadsden Branch of the GPL: Sewing School! When: Wednesdays, 1-3PM Where: East Gadsden Branch of the Gadsden Public Library Learn the basics of sewing! All ages welcome! Seats limited, registration required. Registered participants are asked to bring their own pattern, material and supplies. Sewing machine will be available. For additional information or registration, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4691.