Adolescents are hardwired to explore and grow, but many are disengaged from school and learning. Simultaneously bored and overwhelmed, this apathy is feeding an alarming teen mental health crisis. As teenagers become more independent, parents may feel powerless to help. Journalist Jenny Anderson and education expert Rebecca Winthrop combine original research with stories of kids who transformed their relationship with learning to create a tool kit for supporting your kid's academic and emotional growth and success.
Spend Saturday morning at the barbershop in this upbeat celebration of the spaces and places that bring communities together
We're excited to be working with Inspiredu to bring valuable digital literacy programs to your community! As we plan for the rest of 2025, we'd like to invite you to explore our programs and how they could benefit you and your family. Please review the programs below and click the orange "program survey" button above to take the survey.
We offer two tiers of programs:
Tier I: Learning Spark, Each household will receive one refurbished laptop upon completion of one of the following workshops.
Adult Digital Literacy Workshop: This workshop is designed for adults and covers fundamental computer skills. Participants are encouraged to continue their learning at home through online certifications, such as those offered by Microsoft. We also provide resources on free or low-cost internet options.
Family Learning Workshop: This workshop is aimed at parents/caregivers and children in grades PreK-12. It offers basic digital literacy skills and helps families navigate educational resources, as well as engage with their child’s education in a digital environment. Free or low-cost internet resources are also provided.
Tier II: Wellness, These workshops are for returning learners who have already completed Tier I, own their own laptop, and possess basic computer skills.
Telehealth: This workshop is conducted in partnership with the Georgia Hospital Association and its affiliates. Each session focuses on a different area of medicine, helping learners become more comfortable using telehealth resources on their laptops, tablets, and mobile devices. The classes are hybrid, allowing participants to join either in person or virtually.
Financial Literacy: These classes will be available starting in the spring and are led by financial planners, banks, credit unions, and other experts. The goal is to empower learners to create budgets, manage online accounts, protect their assets, learn to invest, and more—ultimately fostering financial wellness.
Join us Wednesday, March 12th from 1:00 – 3:00pm for an exciting session focused on career opportunities and workforce development in our community! Whether you’re looking for a new job or want to level up your skills, this is your chance to connect with local employers and resources to help you succeed. www.choosewalton.com/jobs
Mark your calendar for March 25th from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Monroe Boys & Girls Club in Monroe, GA. This is your chance to connect with top employers and find your future career.
St. Patrick's Day Take-Home Craft
Friday, March 14th, All Day
Stop by anytime between 9am-6pm (or while supplies last) to pick up a free St. Patrick’s day take-home craft for kids.
AARP Tax-Aide (By Appointment Only)
Thursdays until April 10th from 12:00 – 4:30pm
AARP is offering free tax-aide in the library by appointment only. AARP will be in the library on Thursdays from 12pm-4:30pm until April 10, 2025. Registration is required using the AARP link Tax Day's coming up! or by calling the library (770) 267-4630 to register for a time slot.
Budgeting 101
Monday, March 24th from 5:30 – 6:30pm
Join the UGA Extension office as they teach the basics of budgeting and how to make a budget at home. This class is free and no registration is required.
What an honor it was to welcome the 2024 Georgia Artists with DisAbilities, Inc. exhibit to our space during January! The artwork is truly inspiring, showcasing the diverse talents and perspectives of these amazing artists. Browse the photos for a glimpse of the exhibition.
Polar Bear Craft
We're excited to share the impact of your library this past quarter!. The Monroe-Walton County Library was a hub of activity with over 25,000 patron visits, thousands of materials circulated, and a surge in program attendance.
About eRead Kids
eRead Kids is the Georgia Public Library Service’s digital library of almost 15,000 eBooks and audio books for children from pre-k through fourth grade.
Check out picture books, graphic novels, nonfiction, and more! Find popular series such as Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Big Nate, Who Was…? and Geronimo Stilton. eRead Kids can be used on any tablet, phone, or computer.
To access eRead Kids on your mobile device:
Download the Boundless app from the app store on your mobile device.
Enter Azalea Regional Library System in the search box to find your library.
Then enter your PLAY Card student ID/number and your PIN (6 digit) student birth month and year. Click Login.
Click on the book icon in the top right hand corner of the app to access checkouts, holds, and wishlists. Click the three dots in the top right hand corner of the app to access the home page and browse titles available for checkout.
The PINES student PLAY card gives all Walton County students a special library card using their student ID with no late fees. These PLAY cards are funded by a generous grant from Georgia Public Library Service. Find out more here!
