New Kits and Passes

Available Now

Not only does the Tifton- Tift County Public Library provide books and an endless amount of digital resources; we also provide passes to parks all across the state, and some experimental kits for you to try at home! Here are a few of our newest ones:

The Computer Museum of America: Screens are everywhere. The fact that we carry them in our pockets daily is something that we could only dream of less than a century ago. Take a stroll back to the past and explore the Computer Museum of America in Roswell, Georgia! This museum features technology dating back to the turn of the century up to the current year. Notable pieces in the museum are the numerous super computers, an Enigma Machine, Apollo 11 computers, rotary and mobile phones, video games, advertisements, and plenty of other items that are sure to bring a flood of memories. Our pass is good for 4 free admissions to the museum, and has a circulation period of 7 days, with 1 renewal.

The University of Georgia’s Radon Education Kit: Did you know that Radon is the 2nd leading cause of Lung Cancer in the United States, after smoking? Radon occurs naturally when uranium breaks down to form radon. Uranium is often found in high concentrations in granite rocky soils, as are common in northern Georgia counties. As radon is released into the soil, it can enter buildings through the foundation and well water, eventually building to dangerous levels. Luckily, Georgia Public Libraries offer test kits free to our patrons. The kit comes with 2 QR codes: one which leads to a How To video, and the other leads to a website to log results. The Radon Education kit can be checked out for 14 days, with 2 renewals, as radon testing takes approximately 2 weeks.

The Go Fish Education Center: Want to explore the many natural resources this great state has to offer? Then the Go Fish Education Center is perfect for you. The Go Fish Education Center is part of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division. The Go Fish Education Center takes visitors on an educational journey through Georgia’s watersheds to learn about our diverse aquatic wildlife, their natural habitats and the impacts of water pollution. Beyond that, GFEC serves as a great resource of fishing information for any level of angler—where to go, what to use and when. This pass allows up to 4 free admissions to the center, and can be checked out for 7 days, with one renewal. 

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Paranormal Fundraiser

October 21st & October 28th

Get into the spirit of Halloween with the Tifton- Tift County Public Library's newest fundraiser! In partnership with Cross the Line Paranormal, we are excited to share this special learning opportunity! A perfect evening event for those that love the paranormal and are interested in the scientific aspect of unexplained phenomena! Learn how to conduct an investigation, possibly experience some activity, and enjoy some seasonal fun. Tickets are $20/person for a 2-hour opportunity. The sessions are from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., 8 p.m. - 10 p.m., and 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. with sessions still available in each timeslot. Due to the nature of this event, we recommend ages 16+. If you have your own equipment and want to try it here, feel free to bring it! Event dates are Saturday October 21st, and Saturday October 28th. Tickets are available now at the library!

Artful Mornings: Rope Pumpkin Craft

November 1st

Artful Mornings: Don’t worry, the fall fun doesn’t end in October. Join our wonderful Ms. Ashley on November 1st at 10 a.m.  and get crafting! This month’s Artful Morning craft will be a decorative pumpkin made out of rope, ribbons and paper plates. Make sure to register for this free program by calling us at 229-386-7148, or by visiting the circulation desk. 

Adult Crafting: Autumn Leaves Wreath

November 7th

The fall crafting continues on November 7th at 5 p.m. with Ms. Lesley! For this Adult Crafting Night, we will be making autumn wreaths out of felt leaves and twine. This program is free and open to all adults, so feel free to bring a friend. Just make sure to register as spots fill up fast! Register by giving us a call at 229-386-7148, or by visiting us at the circulation desk. 

Weekly Calendar of Events

Monday, October 23rd

5 p.m. - Teen Crafternoon: Stop by the library to enjoy a calm afternoon of crafting. This month, teens will be making their own stickers! This program is designed for teens ages 12-18, and no registration is required. Feel free to drop in!

5 p.m. - Encore Presentation of Vermeer: The Greatest Exhibition: We are pleased to host an encore presentation of Vermeer: The Greatest Exhibition! This fabulous opportunity is free and open to all, in partnership with the amazing Tifton Council for the Arts. No registration is necessary for this all ages event.

5 p.m. - Clases De Ingles: Join us at the Tifton Library for free ESOL classes held every Monday and Thursday! This program is designed for Hispanic participants to learn English. All are welcome!

Tuesday, October 24th

5 p.m. - Scribble Society: Get scribbling with our Scribble Society! The scribble society program gives kids from grades K-5 a place to let their creative minds wander. This program helps harness the hidden talents your little authors possess through creative writing! With Storytelling, writing activities, and fun games, get ready to build a world of your own! 

5 p.m. - Clases de Computación en Español: Esta clase está diseñada para ayudar a nuestra comunidad hispana a adquirir valiosas habilidades informáticas. Registro es necesario.

This class is designed to help our Hispanic community gain valuable computer skills. Registration is required.

Wednesday , October 25th

11 a.m. - Move & Groove: A fun music and movement class for littles to let out all their wiggles! Listen to some fun tunes and jam out with Ms. Grace! This program also includes books on music, dancing, playing instruments, and more! Caregivers must accompany their littles.

4 p.m. - Library Sew-cial: The sewing fun resumes with our beloved sewing program. Join our very talented instructors, Ms. Robin and Ms. Vickie, as they continue walking us through creating a Memory Bear out of fabric from our loved one's belongings. Registration is full, so keep a look out for similar programs coming soon.

Thursday, October 26th

10 a.m. - Reading Rascals: This program is a weekly storytime for the littles that includes stories, songs and a mess free craft. Caregivers must accompany their littles. Hosted by our lovely Ms. Grace, make sure to stop by and have some fun! 

5 p.m. - Teen Manga Club: All teens ages 12-18 are welcome to come read some manga, have some snacks, and nerd out with people that eat, sleep, manga, and repeat! Weebs, otakus, and casual readers welcome!

5 p.m. - Clases De Ingles: Join us at the Tifton Library for free ESOL classes held every Monday and Thursday! This program is designed for Hispanic participants to learn English. All are welcome!

5: p.m. - Hora De Cuentos en Español: Hora De Cuentos en Español: ¡Ven a visitarnos para nuestra hora de cuentos en español! ¡Los niños de 0 a 5 años y sus cuidadores disfrutarán de historias, canciones y más con nuevos amigos!

Spanish Story Time: Come visit us for our Spanish Story Time! Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, and more with new friends!

Friday, October 27th

10 a.m. - Homeschool Hangout: Hello Homeschool families! We are excited to kick off our Homeschool Hangout program with a Halloween Social. We have plenty of information for you and felt the best way to start, is to create something fun for you guys to meet, discuss, and enjoy some festive celebration. We have some activities and crafts prepared for your kiddos (all ages) and will be setting up a message system. Hop in a costume (optional) and join us! Please share with other homeschool families! The more, the merrier!

4 p.m. - De-stress Friday: Once a month, we offer teens and young adults a chance to unwind and escape all the noise from the world. This month, we will be relaxing and doing some fun puzzles, while also learning some helpful meditation tips! 

Saturday, October 28th

11 a.m. - Murder & Mimosas: Join us at the Tifton- Tift County Public Library to talk true crime and sip some delicious mimosas! The case being discussed will be revealed the day of the program. Patrons must be over 21 and will need an ID to enter. No need to pre-register, just stop on by! 

6 p.m. - 8 p.m., 8 p.m. - 10 p.m., 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. - Paranormal Investigation Fundraiser: Join us for the scariest event of the season as Cross the Line Paranormal revisits the Tifton- Tift County Public Library for another paranormal investigation. Tickets are available through the library. For more information, call us at 229-386-7148.