Books are just the start at local libraries

Curious Moon Puppet Workshop: Kids learn how to make puppets express different actions and emotions through manipulation, and they can create their own characters in a hands-on workshop. 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, Northside Branch, 3295 Northside Parkway N.W., 404-814-3508, www.afplweb.com.

Mummy Wrap: Participants learn about mummification by creating a temple, mask, jewelry and other dressings that are part of the mummy burial process. 3:30 p.m. Aug. 10, Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, East Atlanta Branch, 400 Flat Shoals Ave. N.E., 404-730-5438, www.afplweb.com.

NORTH FULTON COUNTY

Won Yoga and Meditation: Atlanta-Fulton Public Libraries offer several yoga options for adults and children alike. This Korean variety is for ages 18 and up. 11 a.m.-noon Fridays, Northeast/Spruill Oaks Branch, 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek, 770-360-8820, www.afplweb.com.

Tattoo You: Parents may not consent to a real tattoo, but teens can learn about tattooing and the Indian art of henna at this event. Plus, they'll be engaged in creative expression without the pain or commitment of real skin art. 2-4 p.m. July 30. Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, Ocee Branch, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek, 770-360-8897, www.afplweb.com.

SOUTH FULTON COUNTY

Calling All Thespians: For teens who might be entertaining the idea of entertaining, here's a chance to learn about all aspects of stage and screen from actress-playwright Heather Dixon. From auditioning and performing to scriptwriting and bios, it will all come together in a one-act play. 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, Fairburn Branch, 60 Valley View Drive, Fairburn. 770-306-3138, www.afplweb.com.

Express Your Iron Chef Skills: As on the "Iron Chef" show, teens will be given a secret ingredient around which a cooking creation will be based. The cooking class-competition also teaches kitchen safety and puts culinary skills to the test. 2 p.m. July 29, Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, East Point Branch, 2757 Main St., East Point, 404-762-4842, www.afplweb.com.

Project Runway: A spin on the popular reality show where participants will create fashion hits or misses using household items such as tape, paper and other junk drawer oddities. Those that make the best impression on the runway will receive prizes. 1 p.m. July 29, Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, South Fulton Branch, 4055 Flat Shoals Road S.W., Union City, 770-306-3092, www.afplweb.com.

DEKALB COUNTY

Taste of Redan: There are two remaining classes in this summer-long cooking series. Learn Mediterranean heritage and techniques from Chef Ahmed on Saturday, then hear about the bonding experiences of Latin American cooking from Bren Herrera on July 28. Registrants also get to sample the foods at the end of each demonstration. Noon-1 p.m. Saturday; 7-8 p.m. July 28. DeKalb County Public Library, Redan Trotti Branch, 1569 Wellborn Road, Lithonia, 404-370-8450, Ext. 2257; www.dekalblibrary.org.

Magic anyone? Magician Ken Scott will entertain audiences with his illusions. Some of the tricks he has up his sleeve include music, comedy and sleight of hand. Scott's shows are fun for all ages. 2-3 p.m. July 29, DeKalb County Public Library, Chamblee Branch, 4115 Clairmont Road, Chamblee, 770-936-1380, www.dekalblibrary.org.

GWINNETT COUNTY

Doggie Tales: A way to make reading fun, Doggie Tales allows kids to practice their reading skills on an audience of trained dogs from Atlanta TheraPaws. When reading involves a potential lick to the face from a furry friend, there's no way it can't be amusing. 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, Gwinnett County Public Library, Mountain Park Branch, 1210 Pounds Road S.W., Lilburn; 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, Dacula Branch, 265 Dacula Road, Dacula; 10:30 and 11 a.m. July 25, Aug. 8, Suwanee Branch, 361 Main St., Suwanee; 11 a.m. July 25, Aug. 8, Buford-Sugar Hill Branch, 2100 Buford Highway, Buford; 10:30 a.m. Aug. 8, Grayson Branch, 700 Grayson Parkway, Grayson, 770-978-5154, www.gwinnettpl.org.

How to Draw Comic Books: Taught by local comic shop owner and creator Kyle Puttkammer, the class helps budding artists bring superheroes and otherworldly creatures to life on paper. 7 p.m. July 30, Gwinnett County Public Library, Lawrenceville Branch, 1001 Lawrenceville Highway, Lawrenceville, 770-978-5154, www.gwinnettpl.org.

Duct Tape: There's a lot more to this industrial adhesive than just repairing ducts and other frayed ends. Teens will learn how to make bracelets, wallets and other unlikely and functional items out of sturdy silver tape. It might even help save money on back-to-school knickknacks. 7 p.m. Aug. 4, Gwinnett County Public Library, Dacula Branch, 265 Dacula Road, Dacula, 770-978-5154, www.gwinnettpl.org.

COBB COUNTY

Poetry Slam: Aspiring writers looking to express their thoughts in front of an audience can do battle at this playfully competitive throw-down. Who knows? You might just find the next Allen Ginsberg in the unsuspecting guise of a Cobb County high school student. 3 p.m. Thursday, South Cobb Regional Library, 805 Clay Road, Mableton, 678-398-5828, www.cobbcat.org.

Altered Books: The final event in the Teen Craft Club series allows teenagers to turn old books into one-of-a-kind works of art. Materials are provided, but participants are encouraged to personalize their works by bringing photos and other items from home. 3:30 p.m. Thursday, West Cobb Regional Library, 1750 Dennis Kemp Lane, Kennesaw, 770-528-4699, www.cobbcat.org.