Author Visits

• Picturing Black History with Damarius Johnson
  June 14 from 2-3:30 p.m. at Forsyth County Central Library
  Join us for a moderated conversation, reception, and book-signing with Damarius Johnson, editor of Picturing Black History: Photographs and Stories that Changed the World. Bookmarks will be selling books at the event, and the books are available for purchase now.
• Local Author Spotlight with Tamelia Keaton
  June 21 at 1 p.m. at Carver School Road Branch Library
  Engage in conversation with local author Tamelia Keaton as she shares the inspiration behind her latest works and gives a glimpse into her writing routines and the stories behind the stories.
  
• A Perfect Frenzy with Andrew Lawler
  Date Change: August 20 from 5:30-7 p.m. at Forsyth County Central Library
  Join us for a discussion, reception, and book-signing with North Carolina author Andrew Lawler about his 2025 book A Perfect Frenzy: A Royal Governor, his Black Allies, and the Crisis that Spurred the American Revolution. Bookmarks will be selling his books at the event, and the books are available for purchase now.
  

Colorful Summer Foods with Chef Floyd Davis

In June, Chef Floyd Davis will discuss how to choose, prepare, and enjoy Marvelous Melons! In July, he'll put a twist on a ballpark favorite with an Edgy Veggie Carrot Dog. These programs are for children and their caregivers, and and registration is required.* Click on the links below for directions and registration information.

• Central Children's Library: June 6
• Rural Hall/Stanleyville: June 9
• Teen Central: June 11
• Malloy/Jordan: June 19* (This program is for all ages. No registration required. This event is part of the branch's Juneteenth celebration.)
• Lewisville: July 26
• Clemmons: July 1
• Southside: July 16
• Paddison Memorial: July 18
• Carver School Road: July 23
• Reynolda Manor: July 30

Storytime with the Piedmont Opera

The Piedmont Opera has been delighting audiences for nearly 50 years. This summer, the Library is partnering with the Piedmont Opera to offer a Storytime performance like no other. A professional opera singer will present a story, explain elements of their profession, and stay for a meet-and-greet session. Click on the links below for directions.

• Central Library: May 31 at 11 a.m.
• Clemmons: June 10 at 10:30 a.m.
• Paddison Memorial: June 21 at 11 a.m.
• Lewisville: July 15 at 10 a.m.
• Rural Hall/Stanleyville: July 17 at 11 a.m.

Paint and Pop

Take a painting class from local artist Kevin Casteel and enjoy snacks and soft drinks. Classes limited to 15 participants Registration required. Click on the date and time for the class you want to attend to register

• Walkertown (adult class): June 17 at 10:30 a.m.
• Southside (adult class): June 21 at 3 p.m.
• Rural Hall (tween class): July 8 at 3 p.m.
• Rural Hall (adult class): July 8 at 5:30 p.m.

Art Attack Magic Show with Professor Whizzpop

Professor Whizzpop is coming to town with a colorful, quirky show about drawing, painting, magic, and books! Find a use for invisble ink, make magic with a purple crayon, and more!.

• Southside: July 21 at 11 a.m.
• Reynolda Manor: July 21 at 3 p.m.

Bright Star Touring Theatre Presents The Wizard of Oz

Bright Star Touring Theatre performs for schools and communities, both large and small, across the country. Make your way down the yellow brick road and meet your favorite characters from the L. Frank Baum classic story.

• Lewisville: July 2 at 10 a.m.
• Central Library: July 2 at 2 p.m.
• Paddison Memorial: July 22 at 10 a.m.
• Southside: July 22 at 2 p.m.

Grey Seal Puppets Presents Bathtub Pirates

Grey Seal Puppets creates original puppet theatre, on-camera productions, and custom-built puppets and mascots. Follow the antics of Blackbeard and his crew as they commandeer a bathtub to carry out a daring plan. It’s good clean fun for the whole family. Stick around after the performance for a puppet demonstration.

• Southside: July 14 at 11 a.m.
• Rural Hall/Stanleyville: July 14 at 3 p.m.
• Malloy/Jordan: July 15 at 11 a.m.

Color Your World with Mad Science of the Triad

Mad Science of the Triad has been fostering a love of science, technology, engineering, and math among children for over 30 years. This summer, children and tweens will enjoy exciting science experiments, vibrant chemical reactions, and colorful creations that will inspire a love of science and reading.

• Lewisville: July 9 at 4 p.m. (Registration required)
• Walkertown: July 12 at 11 a.m.
• Carver School Road: July 17 at 2 p.m.

Wire-Wrapped Jewelry

Join instructor Kasey Terran as we learn to make wire-wrapped jewelry. This two-hour course will explore different techniques of wire wrapped jewelry creation. Registration is required. Click on the date and time for the class you want to attend to register.

• Walkertown (for adults): July 10 at 10:30 a.m.
• Rural Hall/Stanleyville (for adults): July 15 at 5:30 p.m.
• Clemmons (for teens and adults): July 26 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.