It’s official! Hall County Library System is the 2025 Georgia Public Library of the Year, and we want to celebrate with the community that made it happen.
Date: March 30th Time: 4:00 PM
Main Event: Gainesville Library Watch Party: All other HCLS branches!
Join us at the Gainesville Library for the main ceremony, or head to your local branch to watch the live stream and enjoy local festivities. Let's celebrate our love for literacy and community together!
‘Library of the Year’ Hall County Library System wins
We have some "novel" news to share, and it’s all thanks to you! The Hall County Library System is honored to announce that we have been named the 2025 Georgia Public Library of the Year.
This prestigious award recognizes the hard work of our staff, our innovative programming, and most importantly the incredible community that walks through our doors every day. To celebrate this milestone, we are throwing a party, and you’re the guest of honor!
Join Us for the Celebration Ceremony
Whether you’re a lifelong patron or a new friend of the library, please join us for the official ceremony.
When: March 30th at 4:00 PM
Main Event: Gainesville Library
Can't make it to the Gainesville Branch?
Don't worry! We want our entire county to celebrate together. We will be live-streaming the main ceremony at all of our other branch locations: Blackshear Place Library
Murrayville Library North Hall Tech Center Spout Springs Library
Each branch will host its own mini-service with local festivities, so you can cheer us on from your favorite neighborhood spot.
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Beginning Dec 3, the eRead Kids ebook and audiobook collection will move from the Boundless app to The Palace Project app. Starting Nov. 18, patrons will no longer be able to check out eRead Kids items in the Boundless app but will retain access to existing checkouts All checkouts will take place through The Palace Project app beginning Dec 3 Item holds will not transfer to the new platform.
We apologize for the inconvenience. Learn more and download The Palace Project app at georgialibraries org/ereadkids
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HAPPENINGS HAPPENINGS
Gainesville
March 11th, 1:30 pm
Homeschool Crafternoon
March 25th, 1:30 pm
Homeschool Libratory
North Hall Tech
March 2nd, 1:00 pm
Think Tank: Homeschool Group
Spout Springs
March 16th, 11:00 am
Elementary Homeschool Hangout
BOOK CLUBS BOOK CLUBS
FOR EVERYONE FOR EVERYONE
Gainesville
March 27th, 1:00 p.m.
Blackshear Place
America 250: A Semiquincentennial Book Club - Adult
Reading - The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain
March 30th, 6:00 p.m.
Manga, Movies, and More! - Teen
Murrayville
March 5 , 4:00 p.m. th
Classic Literature - Adult
Reading - Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky
March 13th, 4:00 p.m.
War Stories - Adult
Reading - At All Costs by Sam Moses
March 30th, 6:00 p.m.
Monday Book Club - Adult
Reading - Isola by Allegra Goodman
Spout
Springs
March 5th, 2:30 p.m.
Historically Speaking - Adult
Reading - A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson
Get ready to turn the page on history! As we approach the 250th anniversary of the United States, our library is thrilled to announce the Georgia Reads for America250 program This statewide initiative is designed to connect readers of all ages with the stories, people, and events that have shaped our nation over thelasttwoandahalfcenturies
TheprogramofficiallykicksoffonMarch3and runs through the end of the year Here is everythingyouneedtoknowtogetinvolved:
Step2:ChooseYourBookReadatleastonebookfromthe officialAmerica250Booklistforyouragegroup This curatedlistof31titlesfeaturesstoriesthatexplore250 yearsofAmericanhistory
We have programs and events catered to adults at all 5 of our library locations on a weekly basis!
Check our calendar HERE for a full list of events.
Our vibrant program schedule offers something for everyone! Dive into crafting, painting, book clubs, fiber arts, and informative learning opportunities. We also host exciting partner events, thrilling Dungeons & Dragons sessions, and so much more!
MARCH 2026
PROGRAMS & EVENTS: ADULT SPOTLIGHT
*requires registration
*Murder Mystery Night
Blackshear Place, Monday, March 2nd, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dogs with Jobs with the Hall County Fire Department
Spout Springs Library
Thursday, March 12, 5:00-6:30 pm
Leprechaun’s Treasure Hunt
North Hall Tech Center
Tuesday, March 17, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Rainbow STEAM
Blackshear Place Library
Thursday, March 19, 3:30-4:30 pm
Teen Tiny Book Workshop
Murrayville Library
Monday, March 23, 6:00-7:00 pm
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Stamp Painting
Murrayville Library
Monday, March 9, 6:00-7:00 pm
Gymnastics with Gainesville Gymnastics! Gainesville Library, Friday, March 13
Toddlers: 10:15-10:45 am Preschool: 11:00-11:45 am
Super Craft Bros
Gainesville Library
Tuesday, March 17, 1:30-3:30 pm
Undersea Party
Spout Springs Library Friday, March 20, 2:00-3:00 pm
Teen Planting Party
Spout Springs Library
Saturday, March 28, 1:00-2:00 pm
Fair Weather Friends
Katherine
The Hurricane Wars by Thea Guanzon
Ronda
The Storm by Clive Cussler
Sarah B
The Winter Of The Witch by Katherine Arden
Deborah
The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah
Meier
The Wind Through The Keyhole by Stephen King
Gabriele
The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon
Cheryl
Storm Chaser... by David Mayhew
Janine
A Bad Day For Sunshine by Darynda Jones
Fair Weather Friends
Michael
Here Comes The Sun by Bill McKibben
Kathy
Weather Girl by Rachel Solomon
The Storm That Stopped by Alison Mitchell
Lucy
Marissa
Storm Front by Jim Butcher
Fair Weather Friends
Jennifer YA
Thunder Head by Neal Shusterman
Emily JUV
The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
Ashley JUV
Wind In The Willows by Kenneth Grahame
Katie JUV
I Survived The Children’s Blizzard by Lauren Tarshis
The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum
Demi JUV
Lisa E EASY
Come On, Rain! by Karen Hesse
Alexandra EASY
Snow Day! by Patricia Lakin
LindaRose EASY
Ploof by Ben Clanton
Fair Weather Friends
Katie EASY
The Peddler of Puddlers by Beth Ferry
Lisa M EASY
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barret
Navigating the Stacks and Unveiling Library Wonders
In The Gallery
Barbara Thaler
I have always had an appreciation for art. I retired from the Air Force after 20 years. I had an additional career as a middle school teacher for 10 years. When I retired from that, and my children were grown and on their own, I found I had time to pursue my interest in art. For the past 4 years I have been exploring different media in my small basement studio here in Gainesville. I work primarily in acrylic painting, alcohol inks, and collages. I enjoy trying different techniques and have learned much from local artists and classes. It's fun, and I hope you enjoy seeing some of my work. I am interested to hear any feedback and always open to explore commissions. I do abstract florals, landscapes and abstracts/modern art.
