Become a Friend of the Library, Visit Craft Fair

Check out the Friends of the Library's craft fair and find out how the local non profit is making a big difference.

Book worms and craft enthusiasts mark your calendars for the Friends of the Library’s first Craft Fair set for Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cartersville Library. There will be more than 40 vendors selling a variety of handcrafted items including home décor, jewelry, woodwork, gemstones, metal, leather, journals, photos, hand-knit accessories, glass decorative pieces, unusual origami craft jewelry and more. "The library is holding the event to raise money and to give local artisans an outlet," said Friends of the Library board member Karen Barnhart. "The Etowah Valley Quilt Guild is also raffling off a 'black-and-white-and-red-all-over' quilt for the benefit." Friends of the Library are a local, nonprofit organization made up of a…

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Friends of the Library Craft Vendor Registration Now Open

Arts and crafts enthusiasts are encouraged to sell their wares at the Friends of the Library's Craft Fair on Oct. 29.

Friends of the Library, a nonprofit organization charged with fundraising to purchase books and media for the Bartow County Library System, is set to host its inaugural craft fair Oct. 29 at the Cartersville Public Library, rain or shine. Now is the perfect time for members of the community interested in becoming a vendor at the event to register. Outdoor booths are available for donations of $25, while indoor spaces are available for donations of $35. Craft show coordinators ask that vendors provide hand-crafted items only. “Any type of homemade art or craft, paintings, photography, woodworking, knotting, wreaths, jewelry, pottery, anything considered artistic and handcrafted we’d love to have them,” said Karen Barnhart, president of …

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Weekend: 3D, Bluegrass, Cycling and More

Here are ideas for your weekend plans.

Looking to plan your weekend calendar? Cartersville Patch has you covered! Here are ideas for your favorite days of the week. WASHI NINGYO (JAPANESE DOLLS) Where/When: Cartersville Public Library on Saturday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Why Go: Sometimes when an unusual opportunity presents itself, you just need to go for it. In this case, why not learn the traditional ancient art of Japanese 3D paper doll making? Try something new this weekend! Pricing: $3 for supplies. Call the library at 770-382-4203 to reserve your spot. CARTERSVILLE CENTURY RIDE FOR CHARITY Where/When: Dellinger Park on Saturday. Registration begins at 6 a.m. and the ride begins at 8 a.m. Why Go: Benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Bartow County, this bicycle ride will turn …

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Weekend Things: Science, Music, More

Your search for weekend activities stops here.

Looking to plan your weekend calendar? Cartersville Patch has you covered! Here are ideas for your favorite days of the week. BEST BETS FOR THE WEEKEND TEXAS HOLD ‘EM Where/When: Cartersville Public Library on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. Why Go: This Friday, enjoy the library after hours where they’re holding a Texas Hold ‘em night. There will be beginner and experienced tables. Play for fun, not money. Pricing: Free BIG CHICKEN CHORUS TO BENEFIT HOMELESS SHELTER Where/When: Clarence Brown Conference Center on Saturday at 7 p.m. Why Go: Named after the well-known “Big Chicken” in Marietta, this all-male barbershop group is performing to raise money for the Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter. Pricing: Tickets are $15 and are available at Good …

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Weekend Things: Plays, Gems and More

Prepare to laugh and learn this weekend.

Looking to plan your weekend calendar? Cartersville Patch has you covered! Here are ideas for your favorite days of the week. BEST BETS FOR THE WEEKEND 'TIL BETH DO US PART' Where/When: Legion Theatre, Friday through Sunday. Shows Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and a matinee at 3 p.m. Sunday. If you don’t catch it this week, the show will be around for the next two weekends. Why Go: Are you married? Do you like to laugh? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions then you’ll want to check out this show. A career-driven wife needs help around the house. Her very Southern newly-hired assistant turns everything upside down. Pricing: Advance Tickets: $15 adults general admission, $12 seniors, students and PHP members; $18 per person at …

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Your Weekend's Best Bets

Astronomy Day is Saturday and the sky’s the limit when it comes to keeping busy this weekend.

Looking to plan your weekend calendar? Cartersville Patch has you covered! Here are ideas for your favorite days of the week. • BINGO Where/When:  Emmie Nelson Public Library on Friday from 2 to 3 p.m. Why Go: Take a chance at winning prizes as you have some fun on a Friday afternoon. Note that this is an adult event. Pricing: Free • FUNDRAISER FUN Where/When: Harley-Davidson of Cartersville on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Why Go: Enjoy live music, barbeque, face painting, silent auction, raffles and more with proceeds helping to fund a much needed surgery for Tina Ivester Ulrich. Pricing: Donations • ASTRONOMY DAY AT TELLUS Where/When: Tellus Science Museum on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Why Go: Where better to spend National …

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Weekend Planner: Plant Swap, Races and More

Get your weekend plans started with these fun ideas!

Looking to plan your weekend calendar? Patch has got you covered! Here are ideas for your favorite days of the week. BEST BETS FOR THE WEEKEND • THE ART OF THE SPACE SHUTTLE PROGRAM Where/When: Tellus Science Museum on Friday at 7 p.m. Why Go: Take advantage of a limited time opportunity to learn about the Space Shuttle Program through art. Famed historical artist, Mort Kunstler, will present and discuss his commissioned 1980s artwork of the Space Shuttle Program. Pricing: Adults $12 and kids (ages 3 to 7) $8. Members are free. • NATIVE AMERICAN TOOLS AND WEAPONS Where/When: Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site on Saturday from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. Why Go: Learn how ancient people made and used tools and weapons. Enjoy touring the mounds …

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Astronauts, Anime and More

There’s a lot going on around town this week.

Here are astronauts, anime, pageants and more — pick and choose from this week’s array of events. FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK • ANIME SCREENING Where/When: Cartersville Public Library on Tuesday from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Why Go: Teens (ages 12 to 18) are invited to the library to screen Funimation’s show, Sgt. Frog. Pricing: Free • MEET AN ASTRONAUT Where/When: Tellus Science Museum on Friday at 7 p.m. Why Go: Here’s a chance for your kids to meet and learn from a real life astronaut! NASA’s Stephanie Wilson is speaking at Tellus about her adventures in outer space. Pricing: Adults $12 and kids (ages 3 to 7) $8. Members are free. • DUCK DERBY KICK-OFF Where/When: Write On Main on Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Why Go: Pick up your little …

5 Great Reads for Kids

Patch contributor April Zlotnik spoke with several local librarians who recommended great children’s books for Read Across America day.

Patch runs a weekly feature every Thursday called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.  You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. Want to suggest a list? Submit your idea in the comment box. Five Great Reads for Kids

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