FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CUMMING, Georgia (May 28, 2026) – Forsyth County Public Library (FCPL) is thrilled to announce a new partnership aimed at keeping local youth fueled, healthy, and engaged this summer. In collaboration with the Forsyth County Schools Food and Nutrition Department, the Georgia Department of Education School Nutrition, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Cumming Library will provide nutritious snacks at no cost to children and teens June 1–July 15, 2026.
The initiative tackles a critical gap in nutrition that often occurs when schools close for the summer. According to the Georgia Department of Education, approximately 15% of the student population in Forsyth County qualifies for free and reduced lunch services. Food insecurity directly impacts childhood development and education; hungry children face immense difficulties concentrating, their physical, social, and emotional well-being suffers, and they are less able to successfully participate in enriching educational and library activities. By creating an environment that couples nutrition with literacy, FCPL and its partners aim to ensure that every child in the community has the opportunity to succeed during the summer months.
"Our mission at FCPL has always been to foster a community that reads, learns, and grows together. However, we know that hungry kids can't read or focus. By partnering with federal, state, and local nutrition leaders, we aren't just feeding bodies—we are fueling minds. This program allows us to support the whole child during a time of year when families need it most," said FCPL Director Adrianne Junius.
Program Details and Weekly Schedule
Snacks will be available at no cost to all children and teenagers ages 18 and under. There are no registration or eligibility requirements.
The program will run weekly at the Cumming Library located at 585 Dahlonega Street on the following days and times from June 1 to July 15, 2026:
- Mondays: 12:30–1:30 p.m.
- Tuesdays: 12:00–1:00 p.m.
- Wednesdays: 3:00–4:00 p.m.
“A healthy snack can re-energize a child for an afternoon of summer reading and discovery. We hope families will come for the food and stay for the fun activities we have planned,” said Joan Dudzinski, Cumming Library Branch Manager.
Guidelines for Attendance
In compliance with federal regulations, snacks are served on a first-come, first-served basis and must be eaten on the premises per USDA guidelines.
Forsyth County Public Library is an equal opportunity provider. For more information about the summer snack program or other upcoming summer events at the library, please visit ForsythPL.org or call 770-781-9840.
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ABOUT FORSYTH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Forsyth County Public Library (FCPL) serves the residents of Forsyth County, Georgia, with five libraries, an administrative building, and a mobile library. FCPL’s mission is to connect the Forsyth County community with exceptional resources, spaces, and experiences. Known as “the busiest library in Georgia,” FCPL circulates more materials than any other public library system in the state. The Sharon Forks, Post Road, and Cumming Library branches hold the top three spots for highest physical circulations among all individual library locations in Georgia.
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