Storytime programs are designed to best serve groups of no more than 20 children. No pre-registration is required, but groups larger than five are requested to call at least two days in advance.
Movers and Shakers

Lumpkin County Library
Dawson County Library
This program promotes early literacy using stories, songs, fingerplays, and a craft. Movers and Shakers is designed for children ages 2 to 3 and lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Book Babies

Lumpkin County Library
Dawson County Library
It’s never too early to chew on a good book! Designed for babies from birth to 23 months (along with their parents), this program builds the foundation of early literacy through songs, action rhymes, books, and playtime.
Storytime is a wonderful opportunity for your babies to hear lots of new language and for you to meet other new parents!
We will have structured activity for 15 minutes with playtime afterward.
Check our calendar for upcoming storytime dates.
Building Blocks
Dawson County Library
Lumpkin County Library
This program creates the building blocks of early literacy through songs, fingerplays, and crafts in addition to traditional stories. Building Blocks is designed for children ages 4 to 5 and lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Check our calendar for upcoming storytime dates.

Babies Morning Out

Lumpkin County Library
This program promotes socialization of both parents and babies! We provide the space, toys, and books, just bring your baby and have fun! This program runs at 11 am on the first and third Tuesday of each month when Book Babies Storytime is NOT in session. This program is open to babies ages 0 – 2 and their parents/caregiver.
Contacts
For more information about storytimes and other children’s programs, please contact:
Dawson County Library
Mary Beth Tanner
706-344-3690, ext. 2024
mtanner@chestateelibrary.org
Lumpkin County Library
Laura Wynn
706-864-3668, ext. 1013
lwynn@chestateelibrary.org