Voting at the Library
Primary Election Early Voting and Election Day voting will take place at select OCLS locations. Early Voting will be held from Monday, August 3 to Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 9 a.m.–7 p.m., and Election Day voting will take place Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. During this time, you may notice increased activity at participating locations and parking may be limited. Learn more about voting at the library ›
Classes & Events
Popular Search: Minecraft, Winter, Sewing Classes
Classes and events are virtual and in-person. Registration is strongly encouraged for in-person events, attendance may be limited.
Registration Required
Saturday
August
22
4:00pm
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee – Meeting Room)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Learn how to use resin to create a custom, UV resin honeycomb pendant. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Senior Cork Craft
Trivet or Coaster
Tuesday
August
25
11:00am
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee – Craft Studio)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Using a hot glue gun, craft a cork trivet or coaster. Recommended for Seniors. Registration required.
Registration Required
Wednesday
August
26
4:30pm
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee – Meeting Room)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Cooking & Food; Life Skills
Junior chefs will follow a recipe and demonstration to whip up something delicious! Recommended for ages 6–12. Registration required.
Registration Required
Monday
August
31
4:00pm
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee – Craft Studio)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Make your very own piece of collage art using torn paper. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.
Teen Volunteering: Clementine Chronicles
Content Creation
Saturday
September
19
2:00pm
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee – Training Lab)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Authors, Books, Writing; Maker/DIY; Photography
Earn community service hours by creating content for Hiawassee Branch’s teen literary and creative arts magazine. Registration required. Ages 13-18.
Registration Required
Saturday
September
19
4:00pm
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee – Craft Studio)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Enjoy a peaceful blend of art and tea as you create a unique masterpiece! Relax, paint, and enjoy some tea. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Fall Decoupage Wall Decor
For Seniors
Tuesday
September
22
11:00am
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee – Craft Studio)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Create a Fall-themed wall decoration. Decoupage a slice of wood to enhance your home with decor to celebrate the Fall season. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Fall Collage Art
For Seniors
Tuesday
September
29
11:00am
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee – Craft Studio)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Explore the beauty of autumn through collage art! Create a unique fall-themed piece in a relaxing, creative workshop. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Registration Required
Friday
October
2
4:30pm
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee – Craft Studio)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Storytime
Learn how mistakes and failures can lead to massive success if you just “keep a’goin’!” Create your own failure turned masterpiece. Recommended for ages 6-12 years.
Registration Required
Saturday
October
3
4:00pm
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee – Craft Studio)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Get into the spooky spirit with some adorable black cat diamond art—perfect for Halloween! Recommended for ages 18 and up.
