Carnival of Animals

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Watch a puppet show featuring original poetry and classical music, then stay for a puppet craft. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Event Series Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Shadow Puppetry

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Mr. Damon brings fairy tales to life with shadow theater. Best for ages 3 & up. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

SRP Kickoff

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

The library’s Summer Olympics programming kickoff will have international snacks, a flag activity and other cultural crafts. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Event Series Open Play

Open Play

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in for bubbles, playtime, children’s music and companionship. Ages 5 & under. Thursdays, 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Event Series LEGO Club

LEGO Club

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in to free build and create, or do one of the fun LEGO challenges. Ages 5–12. Thursdays, 3:30–5:30. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Event Series Fantastic Friday

Fantastic Friday

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

An instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $11.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com

Event Series Meet & Play

Meet & Play

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Drop in for facilitated open play with age-appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Popsicles in the Park

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Enjoy popsicles, chalk and fun outdoor activities. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Family Fun Day

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Join the Friends of the Library for a puppet show by Lee Bryan, crafts, “Touch the Truck” showcase of city vehicles, a petting zoo, tours of the Heritage Room and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Family Fun Day

Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United States

Summer reading kickoff with attractions including talks with Ranger Sarah of Watson Mill State Park, a balloon twister, survival skill lessons and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe

Symphonic Storytime

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Join Quintet Athens to hear musical stories written by local children, learn about instruments and make friends. All ages. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Event Series Storytime

Storytime

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in and join Ms. Jera for rhymes, songs, movement, a story and a craft. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Event Series Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Choose Your Own Adventure

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Stop by the library for an afternoon with the “Choose Your Own Adventure” series from R.H. Montgomery. Ages 9–12. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Piccadilly Puppets

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Listen to folktales featuring cats and mice through puppet story telling. Ages 2–11. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Science Adventures

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Explore space through fun activities with Mr. Dodd. Best for ages 3–10. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Event Series Teen Prism Club

Teen Prism Club

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Hang out in the library to play games, do crafts and build friendships in an inclusive and welcoming space. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

The Mermaid Show

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Meet a real live mermaid, listen to her mesmerizing tales and make themed crafts. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Event Series Open Play

Open Play

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in for bubbles, playtime, children’s music and companionship. Ages 5 & under. Thursdays, 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Food on the Move

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Learn about bird conservation and migration with the Oconee River RC&D Council. Registration Required. 1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary/oconee

Event Series LEGO Club

LEGO Club

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in to free build and create, or do one of the fun LEGO challenges. Ages 5–12. Thursdays, 3:30–5:30. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Event Series Meet & Play

Meet & Play

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Drop in for facilitated open play with age-appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

National Donut Day Celebration

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Celebrate with donut-themed activities and games, plus a sprinkles race. Registration required. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Teen Bookmark Craft

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Make your own bookmarks with collage, colored pencils and more. Grades 6–12. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Kids’ Anime Club

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Kids of all ages are invited to watch The Animal Crossing movie, create crafts, sample Japanese snacks and more. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

T-Rex Meet and Greet

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in to take a picture with a T-Rex and complete a craft. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Toddler Tuesday: Color Story

Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy art and storytime in the galleries, then complete an art activity. Ages 18 months to 3 years. RSVP by email. 10 a.m. FREE! [email protected]

Reptiles with Sandy Creek Nature Center

Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United States

An all ages program to learn about and meet various reptiles. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe

Event Series Storytime

Storytime

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in and join Ms. Jera for rhymes, songs, movement, a story and a craft. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Event Series Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Science Adventures

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Explore chemistry through fun activities with Dr. Maurice Snook. Best for ages 3–10. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Event Series Teen Anime Club

Teen Anime Club

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Join other fans of manga and anime to discover books, play games, snack and watch anime. Grades 6​​–12. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Outer Space Glow Dance

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Come dance and glow in an outer space-themed party with DJ Mahogany. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org