Friends of the Library Book Sale
Browse the thousands of donated books, records, DVDs and more during the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale. FOL members book sale preview on March 29, 2-9 pm. Book sale open to the public March 30 – April 1.
FanFest 2023 @ Oconee County Civic Center
FanFest 2023 at Oconee County Civic Center has a wide range of vendors, performers, panels, contests, workshops and cosplay fun.
Friends of Lavonia Library – Carnegie Color Crawl
On April 1, 2023, the Friends of the Lavonia Library will host its 1st Annual Color Crawl! This color run will split all proceeds 50/50 between the Friends of the Lavonia Library, and the charity group, CDH Stars and Angels.
Digitize Your VHS Tapes at the Digital Media Center
VHS tapes don’t last forever. So convert your VHS tapes to digital files at the Digital Media Center.
AARP Free Tax Assistance
Starting Feb. 1, volunteers with AARP Tax-Aide will be offering free income tax filing assistance at the Athens-Clarke County Library.
OverDrive App to be Replaced by Libby in April 2023
The OverDrive app will be discontinued at the end of April 2023.
Rebecca Ballard is 2022 Georgia Public Library Employee of the Year!
Rebecca Ballard, regional Children’s Services coordinator at Athens Regional Library System, has been named 2022 Georgia Public Library Employee of the Year by Georgia Public Library Service for her efforts to bring joy to the library for all ages.
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03.17.2023
The Friends of the Oglethorpe County Library will host its annual Spring Book Sale beginning Wednesday, April 12th until more >
03.17.2023
The Friends of the Oglethorpe County Library will host its annual Spring Book Sale beginning Wednesday, April 12th until more >
03.17.2023
VHS tapes don’t last forever. So convert your VHS tapes to digital files at the Digital Media Center to ensure more >
03.09.2023
The Oconee County Library is pleased to announce FanFest 2023 on April 1st, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. more >
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