Unearth a Story - Summer Reading Challenge 2026
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In this episode, Ross speaks with Sarah Brubaker, Programming Manager at FCPL, about this year's Summer Reading Challenge: Unearth a Story. The Summer Reading Challenge will run from May 22nd to August 5th and will feature a variety of awesome programs and grand prizes. Make sure to check out all the activities going on across the branches or in the printed available at all branches.
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The Georgia Reads for America250 Challenge
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In this episode of Unreadable, Ross speaks with Programming Manager Sarah Brubaker about the Georgia Reads for America250 Challenge. This challenge, designed to celebrate Georgia's and America's history, encourages you to read a book from a curated list and complete a few activities that explore our wonderful state, including its history, natural features, and culture. .
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Forsyth Reads Together featuring Liz Moore
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This year's Forsyth Reads Together selection is . In this episode, Liz Moore joined Ross to talk about the genesis of the book, how her camp experience as a child informed some of the scenes and settings, and what it's like to showrun a tv show. Liz Moore will visit the Forsyth Conference Center on March 10 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss The God of the Woods. . .
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Winter Reading Challenge 2025
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In this episode, Ross speaks with Programming Manager Sarah Brubaker about the upcoming our Winter Reading program. Listen for more information on this year’s theme (HINT: Get ready to press the A button!), incremental prizes, and grand prizes. Winter Reading runs from December 19, 2025 to January 19, 2026. To learn more about signing up for the challenge, please visit our .
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Author Talk with Dr. Ashley Baker
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In this episode, local author Dr. Ashley Baker speaks with Ross about her new book , which is a novel that navigates themes of trauma, paternal love, and the devastating price of retribution. Dr. Baker talks about her inspiration for the book and how she's utilized her experiences and knowledge to write a book that is ultimately a tribute to her own father, who was a forensic pathologist. Dr. Baker is a clinical psychologist (PsyD), who practices and lives in Forsyth County, and is author of two psychological suspense novels, including . Dr. Baker will be at the for a reading...
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Forsyth Reads Together with William Kent Krueger
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In this episode, Ross talks with William Kent Krueger about his Cork O'Connor series, including a sneak peak of the next book in the series, God's Country. Krueger discusses his use of a small town setting, spirituality, and a dynamic protagonist to keep his long-running series compelling to readers. Krueger will be visiting the Sharon Forks Library on and . Please check our for registration details.
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The Dedication of Denmark Library
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It has been an exciting year for the Forsyth County Public Libraries. We opened a brand new library branch in March: Denmark Library! On May 10, 2025, the library's official dedication took place. Many local and state officials were on hand to share what this library has meant to them and what it will mean for the community. If you missed the dedication, we have great news: you can listen to it here! The dedication includes United States Representative Rick McCormick, State Senator Greg Dolezal, State Representative Carter Barrett, Forsyth County Commissioners Alfred John and Todd...
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Color Our World: Your Summer Reading 2025 Guide
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Summer Reading is just around the corner, and Ross is joined by Sarah Brubaker, Programming Manager at FCPL, to discuss how to make the most of this year's Summer Reading Fun! Sarah shares how to get started using Beanstack, as well as some tips and tricks for logging your and your family's reading. Curious about our incremental and grand prizes, or want to know who is performing at our Summer Reading Kickoff Events? Sarah provides a sneak peak of what you can expect this year. Hint: It's going to be awesome! Summer Reading Fun starts May 22 and ends August 4, 2025. You can learn more...
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Forsyth Reads Together with Shelby Van Pelt
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In this episode of Unreadable, Ross speaks with Shelby Van Pelt about her novel , this year's Forsyth Reads Together selection. Van Pelt’s debut novel, published in 2022, remains a New York Times bestseller and features the unique perspective of Marcellus the octopus as a narrator. Van Pelt spoke with Ross about how she developed her characters, some based on true life and others based on people (and marine life) watching at the Georgia Aquarium, and she shared her excitement about the upcoming film adaptation. An Evening with Shelby Van Pelt is Mar 11, 2025 at the...
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Winter Reading Challenge 2024
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It's that time again! Our Winter Reading Challenge is back. If you enjoyed the reading challenge last year, especially collecting those trading cards, we have good news for you: we have a whole new set of trading cards to collect this winter! The Winter Reading Challenge is for all ages. Listen to find out how to participate and what grand prizes can be won this year. Links
info_outlineIn this episode, Ross speaks with Sarah Brubaker, Programming Manager at FCPL, about this year's Summer Reading Challenge: Unearth a Story. The Summer Reading Challenge will run from May 22nd to August 5th and will feature a variety of awesome programs and grand prizes. Make sure to check out all the activities going on across the branches on our website or in the printed Summer Reading Guide available at all branches.
A full transcript of this podcast episode is available on our Bookmarked Blog.