Free GED and English classes
College intake dates, preparation programs and a person to contact.
THE STEWARD · CURIOSITY CLOSE TO HOME
Learn something nearby.
Classes, practical help, public science and a little reading for West Georgia.
Choose what would help this week.
Master Gardener volunteer training
The 2027 training announcement, application deadline, fee and service commitment.
Borrow a pass for a local outing
Compare library passes, borrowing steps and what each benefit covers.
Need a hand, or have time to give?
Food, bills, clothing and transportation resources, with local starting points.
Where does this go?
Paint, tires and electronics: begin with the material and the receiving organization.
Give a little time
Find a suitable volunteer task, check ages and arrange it with the organizer.
Practical local guides
A local person to call, a few questions to ask, and the official source for the next step.
November 2026 voting guide
Official county schedules, photo-ID guidance and ballot links for the November 3 election.
A warmer, safer home
County weatherization contacts and the Red Cross smoke-alarm installation request process.
Help with winter heating bills
Choose the right county agency, check announced dates and prepare your paperwork.
Start with the right water test
Local Extension contacts, posted prices and the difference between mineral and bacteria tests.
Check before burning
State categories, seasonal restrictions and local fire-department approval.
Plan a little winter planting
Order tree seedlings, compare small-quantity examples and arrange a county pickup.
A few dates for your diary
Check ages, prices and registration with the organizer. Times below follow each listing; Georgia programs use Eastern Time.
Anniston, AL · October 15, 2026
Third Thursday: Oakleaf Hydrangea
October 15, noon Central Time; finish time is not listed.
$5 for nonmembers; members free. Advance registration is encouraged through the event page; deadline is not listed.
Carrollton · October 15, 2026
Seriously Good Reads
5:30 PM–6:45 PM Eastern
Admission not stated; check organizer.
Douglasville · October 15, 2026
Lego Night
4:30 PM–5:30 PM Eastern
Admission not stated; check organizer.
Dallas · October 16, 2026
Toddler Art
9:30 AM–10:00 AM Eastern
Admission not stated; check organizer.
Franklin · October 16, 2026
Fiber Crafts
2:00 PM–4:00 PM Eastern
Admission not stated; check with the library.
Villa Rica · October 16, 2026
Adult Game Day
12:30 PM–3:00 PM Eastern
Admission not stated; check with the library.
Whitesburg · Oct. 17, 2026
Banning Mills wildlife show
10:30 a.m.; arrive 20 minutes early
$7 per person; children 4 and under free
Carrollton · October 17, 2026
Beef Fest
10:00–14:00 Eastern Time
Free admission; food and purchases may cost extra.
Dallas · October 17, 2026
Anti bully story
1:00 PM–1:45 PM Eastern
Admission not stated; check with the library.
Dallas · October 17, 2026
Happy Hook & Needle Gathering
10:00 AM–12:00 PM Eastern
Admission not stated; check organizer.
Dallas · October 17, 2026
Saturday Storytime – Ryan T. Higgins Book & Craft
1:30 PM–2:30 PM Eastern
Admission not stated; check organizer.
Marietta · Confirmed dates: 2026-10-17, 2026-11-21, 2026-12-19
Pop-In for Family Fun
10 a.m.–4 p.m. each day
Free museum admission on these dates; ordinary admission applies on other days.
A little reading from the people doing the work
What does “organic” really mean?
UGA’s October 12, 2026 article and podcast explore farming practices and common misconceptions.
Is your well water safe?
UGA’s August 19, 2026 article and podcast provide a starting point for questions to take to Extension.
Evaluating weed seed banks on your farm
A technical publication linked by Carroll County Extension for readers who want to study the subject further.
Georgia’s online burn-permit system
The Forestry Commission’s October 1, 2026 announcement. Check current state guidance and local restrictions for any planned burn.
Common mistakes in forestry
An August 24, 2026 Forestry Commission reading and podcast lead for woodland owners.
Planning for planting
The Forestry Commission’s July 1, 2026 seedling-selection article. Confirm current ordering information with the publisher.