Have you been putting off visiting your library because of fines? Sequoyah Regional Library System is offering a fine forgiveness program in honor of National Library Week (April 3-9). During this week only, visit any Sequoyah library to be forgiven up to $15 in overdue fines per library card. To participate, visit or contact your local Sequoyah library during National Library Week (April 3-9), tell a staff member that you wish to take advantage of fine forgiveness, and they’ll waive up to $15 from your account! Some fees may be excluded. For more information and a list of answers to frequently asked questions, visit our official webpage. |
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Introducing Library “Ask Us!” Sessions
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Our libraries have launched a new service called “Ask Us!” Sessions which allow visitors to receive one-on-one help by reserving time (up to 30 minutes per session) with a library staff member in person, by phone, or virtually. Sessions can be reserved by calling your library or by visiting SequoyahRegionalLibrary.org and clicking “ Contact Us”. Our staff can help you learn to use library technology, access e-Library services, learn basic computer skills, and more. Normally librarians help people find books, but this is your chance to “book” a librarian! |
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Pickens County Library
Renovation Project Update
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Our Pickens County Library in Jasper is currently closed to the public for renovation and expansion of its facilities. During construction, a temporary library location called Pickens Grab & Go is available inside the Mountain Education Charter High School building at 339 West Church Street. As of March 18, the slab for the expanded area for the library building has been poured and set. Steel has been erected in that area. To view additional updates and operating hours of Pickens Grab & Go, visit our Pickens County Library Project webpage and FAQ. |
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Tax Forms & Tax Aid Available
at Libraries!
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Need tax forms? Sequoyah Regional Library System provides limited quantities of federal tax forms as a public service. Georgia tax forms are available online, and copies of some forms can be printed at the library. A small fee is charged for printer usage. Availability of certain tax forms is not guaranteed. SRLS is also hosting tax aid by appointment at select library locations. Visit our official webpage for more information on tax assistance and tax form availability. |
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The Love Your Library
Reading Challenge!
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Celebrate National Library Week in April by visiting your Dynamic Destination for Discovery: the public library! Connect with your library this month by completing special activities, attending library programming, and logging your reading online with Beanstack. Participate by downloading the Beanstack app or visiting us online, earn digital badges, and get rewards for your reading. All ages can participate, so start showing your love for your library today! . |
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The Library is My Place to…
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Whether you've visited us to access free Wi-Fi, participate in the Summer/Winter Reading Program, borrow an Experience Pass, or log your literacy goals on Beanstack, the library is YOUR place. How has your library made a difference in your life? How has the library impacted or benefited you? Share your story with us. |
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Explore Your Local Trails
While Reading!
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Read a book and enjoy local trails with Trail Story! As you walk through Hobgood Park and Trestle Rock Trail in Olde Rope Mill Park this April, look out for signs with library storybook pages and discussion questions. Enjoy a book and the trail at your own pace, anytime, as many times as you like, all month long! Trail Story is a collaboration between Sequoyah Regional Library System, Cherokee Recreation and Parks, and Woodstock Parks and Recreation.
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Sequoyah-Con 2022 Recap!
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There’s something for every fandom at the library! On Saturday, March 19, Sequoyah Regional Library System welcomed over 1,100 people through its doors for Sequoyah-Con, our annual mini-convention featuring popular fandoms, panels, activities, and programs. Attendees unleashed their inner anime fan at Gilmer County Library, explored a world of fantasy at R.T. Jones Memorial Library, and blasted off to a galaxy far, far away at Woodstock Public Library. We want to thank our special guests, our convention vendors, our library staff, and our incredible community for making Sequoyah-Con 2022 a rousing success. |
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Upcoming Library Closings
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April 15: Closed for Good Friday
April 17: Closed for Easter Sunday
May 4: Closed for Staff Development Day
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Enjoy April’s Big Library Read!
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During April 4-18, the eBook and audiobook of Music is History by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson will be available without any limits (in other words, no holds or wait list!) as part of the Big Library Read. Don’t miss it! To check out digital books and audiobooks from your library, visit sequoyah.overdrive.com/. |
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Gilmer County Library’s New Digitalization Service
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Preserve your collection of treasured memories! Our Gilmer County Library has debuted a new digitization service which provides equipment for visitors to convert their videos, slides, and negatives to a digital format. This service is available, for free, for all members of the community. To schedule an appointment to use the digitization service, visit the Services page on our official website. |
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Friends of the Public Libraries Bookstores
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On the second Friday and Saturday of each month, the Woodstock Public Library’s Book Store is having a "live" sale featuring special items in addition to their normal inventory. Browse DVDs, CDs, book sets, recent releases, and more! Friends volunteers will be present to accept payments, make change, and take donations. To make donation arrangements, contact staff@cherokeefol.orgThe Woodstock Public Library Book Store, operated by the Friends of the Cherokee County Public Libraries, is open for business each day during the Woodstock Public Library’s regular service hours. The Friends of the Gilmer County Library Book Storeis also open for business each day during the Gilmer County Library’s regular service hours. Visit our Friends of the Library webpage to learn more about becoming a member of the Friends in your county. |
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Make the Switch from OverDrive
to Libby
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OverDrive has announced that they will no longer be supporting their standard OverDrive app; the application was removed from digital storefronts in February 2022 and will no longer be receiving updates. OverDrive strongly encourages users to make the switch to their newer app, Libby, to continue enjoying their catalog of eBooks and audiobooks. The Libby app can be downloaded here. Sequoyah Regional Library System’s digital collection of eBooks and audiobooks will continue to be available online via Libby and on internet browsers. |
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Enter the GPB Kids Writing Contest!
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Ready, set, write! Georgia students in grades K-3 can submit an original story with illustrations for GPB Education’s 2022 PBS KIDS Writers Contest. Win great prizes, including a chance to be featured on the GPB website! The deadline to enter is April 15. For rules and more information, visit www.gpb.org/writers |
