Zookeepers and animals from the North Georgia Zoo will visit the Cumming Library to present “Animals Around the World” as part of the One World Forsyth cultural series at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 8.

The event, organized by the Forsyth County Public Library and the FCPL Friends and Advocates, will include an array of animals from the tropics to the desert and from mammals to birds.

Professional wildlife educators will explain where in the world certain animals live and what their natural habitat includes, as well as what they eat, how their family groups are structured and how they behave.

Kangaroos, monkeys, lemurs, bushbabies, African Serval cats, hedgehogs, pythons, parrots, alligators, tortoises and New Guinea Singing Dogs will be shown during the event, according to the library. Some will be available for up-close viewing and petting.

The library system’s One World Forsyth series offers “a fun and entertaining way for children, teenagers and adults to widen their worldview by learning about geography, plant and animal life, different cultural tradition, celebrations, games and even different foods from all around the world.”

Launched earlier this fall, programs are held each month at one of the system’s four branches on a rotating basis.

“We … have already presented programs for Native American Heritage

“Our next events will include a celebration of Chinese New Year and a program for National Women’s History Month,” said Laura Bradley, program manager.

All ages are welcome to attend the Dec. 8 event. Participation is free, and registration isn’t required.