Georgia Public Library Service

Research your family tree from the comfort of your home with HeritageQuest through GALILEO - Georgia's Virtual Library. HeritageQuest provides genealogical and historical sources for more than 60 countries, with coverage dating back as early as the 1700s. Use your library card number and PIN to get started! Visit: galileo.usg.edu/express?link=zuhq

Did you know radon is an odorless, invisible, and radioactive gas? Test your home and help UGA Extension monitor radon levels in Georgia by checking out a Radon Kit from your local Georgia public library and reporting the findings. Learn more at georgialibraries.org/news-stories/radon/

Georgia public libraries are spreading the good news about libraries. Houston County Public Library System Youth Specialist, Yolanda Young, spoke with 41NBC / WMGT about library card sign-up month in September, 1000 Books Before Kindergarten, and more.

WATCH: www.41nbc.com/houston-county-public-library-to-host-prince-princess-themed-story-time/

Houston County Public Library to host prince, princess themed story time - 41NBC News | WMGT-DT The Houston County Public Library System is hosting 'Prince and Princess Story Time' and inviting the community to participate.

Your library card gives you access to some of Georgia’s best attractions! With your library card, you can check out a pass for FREE admission to the Atlanta History Center. The Center is home to famous pieces of Georgia history, cultivated gardens, and exhibits ready for exploration. Learn more at georgialibraries.org/passes/

Express your creativity at the library! Georgia public libraries are welcoming spaces for all and host programs where communities can gather and connect while having fun. Reach out to your local library to learn what they have planned.

Check out a Launchpad interactive learning tablet at your local library today! Launchpads are pre-loaded with applications and games that encourage language and literacy development. To borrow a device at your library, visit in person or search their online catalog. Find a library at georgialibraries.org/find-a-library/

Whether for school or personal use, Academic Search Complete is a great place to begin your research journey. Whether you’re looking for journal and magazine articles, ASC has resources on everything from the humanities to sciences to music and technology.

Go to www.galileo.usg.edu/express?link=zbac and enter your library card number and PIN to get started.

offer more than just books! Many Georgia public libraries have seed libraries and are teaching their communities about healthy eating and the environment while providing hands-on learning for those who want to grow their own food or save seeds.

Spark your child’s love for reading with 1000 Books Before Kindergarten! Reading books aloud to your baby or toddler is important for brain development and builds up necessary vocabulary for when they enter school. It also builds strong family bonds and is fun! Learn more at www.georgialibraries.org/1000books

With your library card, you have access to free programs like LearningExpress Job & Career Accelerator, which has Career and Interest Match quizzes to help you find and explore career paths that fit your interests and skills.

Learn more at georgialibraries.org/use-galileo/
GALILEO - Georgia's Virtual Library

We were pleased to visit with former Georgia Governor Nathan Deal at the Decatur Library yesterday, where he spoke about the importance of libraries: “Public libraries are the real connection between passing on knowledge to the public at large," he said. "They offer everybody a chance to explore the world of the written word. I don’t think you can be an educated person if you don’t read, and that’s why literacy is so important.”

Julie Walker, state librarian and vice chancellor for Libraries and Archives, led a conversation with Deal about his new children's book, “Veto, the Governor's Cat.” Deal wrote the book in honor of his late wife, Sandra Deal, who was a strong advocate of early literacy.

The event was hosted by Georgia Center for the Book at DCPL and Little Shop of Stories.

DeKalb County Public Library

Create your student's path to school success with PLAY! Public school students have instant access to fines-free public library materials in person and online. Students can use their PLAY cards in the classroom, at the library, and at home to read books, find help with homework, and learn new skills. Get started at georgialibraries.org/play

Did you know with your library card you can check out a pass for free access to the Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University? The museum is renowned for its collections of art from Egypt, Greece, Rome, Africa, the Americas, and more. The Pass allows for up to six (6) free general admissions to the museum.

Learn more at georgialibraries.org/passes/

In addition to providing accessible reading materials, GLS also offers great in-person and virtual library programs such as book clubs, social events, and more! Learn more at gls.georgialibraries.org/events/

We had an absolute blast at our folk dancing and line dancing class yesterday! Whether a seasoned pro or trying out these dance styles for the first time, everyone had a smile on their face and a spring in their step. Huge thanks to GPLS Director of Youth Services, Evan Bush and GLS Atlanta Assistant Manager, Vanessa Meadows for their patience, guidance, and enthusiasm!

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Georgians with PINES cards have access to materials from over 300 libraries that can be delivered to your home library with no charge.

A PINES card also gives you access to all digital resources offered at your local library, such as GALILEO, eRead Kids, Mango Languages, and much more.

Get started at gapines.org

Trouble reading small print? Ask your library how to get large print books and audiobooks for free from Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS).

Learn more at gls.georgialibraries.org

Need a place to meet and collaborate? Many Georgia public libraries provide meeting rooms and private workspaces. And free high-speed wi-fi is available at all public libraries across every county in Georgia!

Find a library at georgialibraries.org/find-a-library/

Congratulations Lilly! 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is available at nearly 300 public libraries across Georgia and growing. Learn more at georgialibraries.org/1000Books/

Join us in celebrating Lilly's amazing achievement of reading 1,000 books before she starts kindergarten! Everyone at the Fayette County Public Library is incredibly proud of her accomplishment and considers her a super reader. Congratulations, Lilly!

The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge is designed to build strong early literacy skills in a fun and engaging way, helping children develop the confidence they need to become lifelong readers. Learn more about this free program during your next visit to the library or feel free to message us here.

Georgia Public Library Service

A library card is one of the most important back-to-school supplies! Get easy access to digital resources for reading, homework, and study tools. Sign up in person at the library or apply for an e-card from home.

Many libraries also offer fines-free student cards through the PINES Library Access for Youth (PLAY) program.

Learn more at georgialibraries.org/back-to-school/

Looking for after-school activities? Visit your local library to find a quiet place to study, check out books, use computers, or attend a program. Students can also explore more learning opportunities with free tutoring, STEM activities, and makerspaces. Find a library: georgialibraries.org/find-a-library/

Did you know that you can change, renew, or update your SNAP, CAPS, PeachCare for Kids®, TANF, Medicaid, and WIC benefits at your local library? Stop by your nearest participating branch to use a self-service kiosk.

Learn more and find a location at georgialibraries.org/kiosks/
Georgia Department of Human Services

Need back-to-school resources? Your public library has you covered! Libraries serve as an extension of the classroom, with access to books, computers & online resources, homework help, and more.

Learn more at georgialibraries.org/back-to-school/

Check out the latest from Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled!

The latest issue of GLS News is out! Click through to read our quarterly newsletter in one of four accessible formats (braille is also available upon request).

In the Fall 2024 issue of GLS News:
- Summer reading wrap-up.
- Fabulous Friends of GLS.
- Magazine delivery changes.

Read the new edition and explore back issues at https://gls.georgialibraries.org/newsletter/.

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There's still time to complete the Atlanta Hawks Check It Out Reading Challenge! Students K-12 check out and read five books to earn one (1) FREE youth ticket to a select Hawks game during the 2024-2025 season! An adult ticket must be purchased to receive a free youth ticket. Learn more at hawks.com/checkitoutreading

Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS) celebrated the end of summer reading with a Polynesian Luau at the Metropolitan branch of the Fulton County Library! Attendees enjoyed Polynesian music, hula dance lessons, and a fun cultural introduction to the island nations of the Pacific.

"Our summer reading activities help to build a community of readers for a patron population that is spread out all over the state. With a combination of virtual programs people can join from anywhere and in-person programs in different Georgia locations, GLS aims to provide an inclusive library experience that all can enjoy," said Sarah Trowbridge, GLS Outreach Librarian.

Learn more about GLS at gls.georgialibraries.org

Need a laptop for work or school? It’s easy to check out a Chromebook from your local library, take it home and get work done! Reach out to your local library to learn more, find a library at georgialibraries.org/find-a-library/