Henry County Times

Do you have a special collection you would like to share? Stamps, cameras, photos, kites, Pokémon cards? If so, we want to see and hear about your collection. Come by the McDonough Library on July 18 at 6:00 p.m. and share your collection’s story with us, for more details call 678-432-5353 ext. 6. Page 12 Summer 2019 The Library Times LIBRARY PROGRAMS – FOR ADULTS! Moon Landing Anniversary Parties! This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo moon landing and we have two opportunities for you to celebrate! On Thursday, July 18 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Cochran Library join us for an Apollo Landing Anniversary Party. Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first lunar landing (July 20, 1969). Wear your retro fashion and take a step back in time as we watch videos of the events, play music from that iconic year and enjoy snacks and community spirit. On Friday, July 19, head over to Fortson Library to party like It's 1969 all over again! America is about to make his- tory with "putting a man on the moon." So step out in your 60's attire, and help us celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. There will be crafts, a photo booth, a short screening of the actual event, and of course a costume contest!!! This is an all-day event drop in between 11:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., for specific details please call 678-432-5353 ext. 5. Do you like Dr. Who, Stars Wars, Star Trek, and other similar shows? Then, join us for the first ever McDonough Mini-Con at McDonough Public Library! We will have discussions on the upcoming Star Wars movie, the new season of Dr. Who, and more. We will have panelist from MomoCon, 221B con, and Conjuration Con coming. In the afternoon, we are planning some sci-fi inspired crafts and challenging patrons to Wii gaming. We will have a cos- play fashion show (registration requested) which will be family friendly cos- tumes. This is a free all-ages event. Please call 678-432-5353 ext. 6 or visit the McDonough Library to register. STRANGER THINGS ESCAPE ROOM! Attempt to escape the Upside Down in this Stranger Things themed escape room. Please book your 30-minute time slot in advance by calling (678) 432-5353 ext. 3. A maximum of four people will be allowed in the room. This is event is only available at Fairview Library the first week of July! Cochran Public Library in Stockbridge has two Star Wars Trivia Night Planned. Join us June 6 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Cochran Library for fun-filled trivia and prizes! For even more Star Wars fun we’ll be hosting trivia at Rico’s Mexican Restaurant in Stockbridge on Tuesday, July 9 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Local Author Fair Are you interested in writing? Join us at the McDonough Library On Monday, July 22 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to meet local authors. Peruse their books, get tips and find out how they got published. Connect with others who are just starting their writing career. This event is a drop in program. Authors will be in the lobby at different tables showcasing their work. Need your GED? Did you know that Connecting Henry’s S.W.A.G. Program has a free GED Program for Henry County residents ages 16 – 24? Find out more about how you can change your future and earn your GED with S.W.A.G. at one of the upcom- ing information sessions: GED Class Info & Resume Workshop - On Monday, June 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the Fairview Library find out more about the free GED Program and job training programs through S.W.A.G. Following this GED information session will be a resume workshop in English and Spanish. GED Class Information Session - Stop by the McDonough Library Thursday June 13 from 6:00 p.m. until 7:45 to speak with a S.W.A.G. representative. INTERNET SAFETY & ONLINE SECURITY The Internet offers users an amazing way to shop, connect with others worldwide, and so many other things almost too numerous to count. In our digital world today, we have to be careful to develop behaviors that support a healthy interaction as we use the Internet. This workshop offers tips and strategies to help you surf the inter- net safely, while educating you on how to not become a victim of internet fraud. Teens and adults are invited to join us at Cochran Library in Stockbridge on Thursday June 20 at 6:30 p.m. Edward Jones: Stocks-The Nuts and Bolts If you're new to the stock market and want the basics, this is the sem- inar for you! Edward Jones is coming to cover the basics from the bull to the bear and everything in between. Join us at Fortson Library on Wednesday, June 26 at 3:30 PM. R.S.V.P suggested, call 678-432-5353 ext. 5. All information sessions and programs at the library are free. Henry County Library does not recommend or endorse any commercial products or services. Henry County Historian Visits the McDonough Library Join us at the McDonough Library on Monday, June 24 at 6:00 p.m. for a visit with Gene Morris, a Henry County Historian. He will be regaling the audience with stories of inter- esting places and people of Henry County. He is associated with the Brown House and can also answer questions about family research! ADULT CRAFTS AT THE LIBRARY All Five of the Henry County Libraries offer Adult Craft programs during the summer and all year long! Programs include painting, crafts and crochet. For details on these programs visit our website at henrylibraries.org and our Facebook page @HenryLibrary. Collector Con MINI-CON AT MCDONOUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY Star Wars Trivia Nights