The Ledger

From Staff Reports

COCHRAN, Ga. — November is shaping up to be a busy month at the Bleckley County Library, with activities ranging from crafts and games to a community health fair, Thanksgiving festivities and programs for all ages.

The library has released its November 2026 calendar, offering residents plenty of opportunities to learn something new, enjoy a favorite hobby or simply spend time with others in the community.

One of the month’s highlights will be a Health Fair and Mammogram Bus on Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The library will also host its Knit and Crochet Club at 4 p.m. that afternoon.

Other special activities include a First Responders’ Presentation on Nov. 17 at 10 a.m., a Recipe Swap on Nov. 12 at 4 p.m. and a Soda Social on Nov. 20.

Thanksgiving celebrations will get underway Monday, Nov. 23, with a Pie-Eating Contest and Thanksgiving Activities beginning at 2 p.m. Registration is required for the event.

For those who enjoy games, the calendar includes Chess Club, Canasta, Mahjong, Pokémon Club, LEGO Club and Dungeons & Dragons.

Children and families will also find several activities throughout the month, including Homeschool Hangout on Nov. 3 at 11 a.m., Sensory Play for toddlers through pre-kindergarten on Nov. 9 at 11 a.m. and Storytime on Nov. 18 at 10 a.m.

Creative opportunities include a DIY Painting Class on Nov. 16 at 4 p.m., along with the library’s regular Knit and Crochet Club meetings.

The month will conclude with Trinket Trade and Craft & Create on Monday, Nov. 30, at 4 p.m.

Additional November activities include:

• Nov. 2 — Chess Club, 4 p.m. (ages 7 and older; registration required).
• Nov. 5 — Canasta, 2 p.m.
• Nov. 6 — Mahjong, 2 p.m.
• Nov. 10 — Canasta, 2 p.m.
• Nov. 13 — Mahjong, 2 p.m.
• Nov. 18 — Knit and Crochet Club, 4 p.m.
• Nov. 19 — Pokémon Club, 4 p.m.
• Nov. 20 — Mahjong, 2 p.m.
• Nov. 24 — Dungeons & Dragons, 3 p.m., along with Board Games and Puzzles throughout the day.
• Nov. 25 — LEGO Club, 1 p.m., followed by Knit and Crochet Club at 4 p.m.

Unless otherwise noted, activities are open to all ages.

The library will be closed Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day and Nov. 26–27 for Thanksgiving.

Residents are encouraged to check the library’s calendar, mark their favorite activities and register in advance for programs requiring registration.

From books and crafts to games and community gatherings, the Bleckley County Library continues to offer more than just a place to check out a good book. It remains a gathering place where residents of all ages can connect, learn and have a little fun along the way.