Hall County Library System

10/15/2026

Our annual ghost storytelling event is coming up! Reserve your tickets now!

Gather 'round for an unforgettable evening of ghost storytelling as the Friends of the Hall County Library present "A Dark and Stormy Night"—an event guaranteed to chill you to the bone and satisfy all your ghost story cravings!

Join us on Friday, October 23rd, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM for atmospheric tales to chill and thrill. Please note that this program is strictly for adults and is not intended for kids. Scan the QR code, visit the link, or call 770-532-3311 ext. 126 for more details and to save your spot.

https://www.simpletix.com/e/dark-and-stormier-2026-tickets-296061

10/15/2026

Our Author Fair is this Saturday! Come on out and meet some local authors from all genres!

Calling all book lovers!

Join us for our Local Author Fair and connect with incredible local talent from across our community! Come meet local authors, discover your next great read, get your books signed, and support your local literary scene.

When: Saturday, October 17th | 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Hall County Library System – Gainesville

Whether you're looking for compelling history, exciting fiction, or inspiring memoirs, there’s something for every reader. We can’t wait to see you there!

10/12/2026

This fall explore your library and collect all 10 Library Explorer Trading Cards with the Hall County Library and Beanstack!

From October 15 - November 28, ages 0 - 18 will register on Beanstack and participate by reading and completing activities exploring the library's resources to earn cool trading cards featuring the PINES Kids Critters!

Register for the challenge on our website! https://webgen1.revize.com/revize/halllibraryga/reading_challenges/winter_reading_program.php

10/12/2026

Enjoy our weekly schedule of events!

10/10/2026

Calling all teen ghost hunters!

Are you ready to explore the supernatural? Join us at the Gainesville Library for Ghost Hunting for Teens, presented by GASP (Georgia Association of the Supernatural and Paranormal)!

October 24, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM at the downtown Gainesville library! Ages: 13–18 only.

Registration REQUIRED! Scan the QR code in the image or head over to the event calendar at hallcountylibrary.org to reserve your spot before it vanishes!

10/10/2026

Due to a power outage, the East Hall Library branch will be closed today, Saturday, 10/10/26. At this time, all other branches are open as scheduled.

10/09/2026

Make this Fall Break unbeLEAFable!

You'll find programs ranging from storytimes to crafts to firetrucks to animals from October 12 - 14 at all six Hall County Library branches!

From babies to teens, we have programs for everyone this Fall Break!

10/08/2026

Elementary-aged children are invited to create their very own ghost in a jar! Participants will sculpt tiny ghosts using air-dry clay and design a spooky jar scene to take home. This hands-on Halloween craft is perfect for young creators who love all things spooky and creative. Registration is required, and registration is for participating children only.

Blackshear Place Library. Wednesday, October 21st at 3:30 pm

https://hallcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/16897677

10/08/2026

Monday October 12 at 1:30 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and the Day of the Dead by making colorful crafts to honor the Hispanic and Latino communities traditions at the Gainesville Library.

Get involved by creating beautiful pieces that you can proudly display at home.
Best for preschool through elementary aged children.

10/07/2026

Gather 'round for an unforgettable evening of ghost storytelling as the Friends of the Hall County Library present "A Dark and Stormy Night"—an event guaranteed to chill you to the bone and satisfy all your ghost story cravings!

Join us on Friday, October 23rd, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM for atmospheric tales to chill and thrill. Please note that this program is strictly for adults and is not intended for kids. Scan the QR code, visit the link, or call 770-532-3311 ext. 126 for more details and to save your spot.

https://www.simpletix.com/e/dark-and-stormier-2026-tickets-296061