DeKalb County Public Library
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About Us
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Contact Information
3560 Kensington Road; Library Administrative Center
Decatur, GA 30032
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Thursday May 22 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Art Exhibit: Colorful Collages
View artist Julia Knight's series of colorful collages that speak in color, design, and extravagance.
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Thursday May 22 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Friends of Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library Inside Book Sale with HALF PRICE ON ALL BOOKS!
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Thursday May 22 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
2025 Fine Arts Exhibition Gallery Hours
Come see the 2025 Fine Arts Exhibition, installed in the Fourth Floor Gallery of Decatur Library. This year's theme is "Cat & Mouse."
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Thursday May 22 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Mind Bubble Tutoring
Need help with homework, or want some one-on-one tutoring? Our tutors are here for you and offer individual homework help.
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Thursday May 22 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Open Chess Play for Adults
Bring a friend or meet someone new to play chess.
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Thursday May 22 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Remember Us: Bret Witter
The Georgia Center for the Book welcomes Bret Witter, co-author of the #1 New York Times bestselling book The Monuments Men, to discuss his new book with Robert Edsel, Remember Us.
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Friday May 23 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Red Cross Blood Drive
Help maintain the blood supply. Give now. To schedule an appointment to donate, please visit redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code DECLI."
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Friday May 23 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Jewelry with Gin - Virtual Class
Every Friday, join us on YouTube for another video from Jewelry with Gin.
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Friday May 23 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Red Cross Blood Drive
Help maintain the blood supply. Give now! To schedule an appointment to donate, please visit Redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code CPL.
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Friday May 23 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Greeting Card Crafts
Learn how to make a handmade greeting card suitable for any occasion.
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Friday May 23 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
2025 Fine Arts Exhibition Gallery Hours
Come see the 2025 Fine Arts Exhibition, installed in the Fourth Floor Gallery of Decatur Library. This year's theme is "Cat & Mouse."
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Friday May 23 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Friday Movies
Superman (1978). PG. 2h 23m. Movies shown with closed captioning when available.
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Friday May 23 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Game Day Fun
Play one of our board games or bring your own.
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Friday May 23 2:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Friday Movie: Wicked
Wicked (PG). 2h 40m.
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Saturday May 24 All Day
Movie Club: "Tampopo" and Purpose through Ramen
Discover new movies with our Movie Club series. In each episode, you will learn about a film in the library's collection, its cultural context, and what makes it noteworthy.
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Saturday May 24 10:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Friends of Embry Hills Library Book Sale
Stop by to browse and buy. All proceeds benefit the Embry Hills Library.
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Saturday May 24 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Coffee & Create
Enjoy coffee and a craft!
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Saturday May 24 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Intermediate Embroidery
Learn the stitches that every embroiderer should know.
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Saturday May 24 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
2025 Fine Arts Exhibition Gallery Hours
Come see the 2025 Fine Arts Exhibition, installed in the Fourth Floor Gallery of Decatur Library. This year's theme is "Cat & Mouse."
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Saturday May 24 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
A Little Loopy Crochet Group
Join a staff member and learn to crochet or bring your current crochet projects. Open to first 12 participants.
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Saturday May 24 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Journaling for Productivity and Mindfulness
Start your own bullet journal to practice mindfulness, increase productivity, and keep yourself on track. Participants are welcome to bring their own journals. Registration is required.
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Saturday May 24 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Computer Basics
Learn how to start and shut down a computer; create, save, and open a file; create a folder; and rename files and folders. This class is for computer beginners.
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Monday May 26 All Day
StoryWalk® at Mason Mill Park
Visit Mason Mill Walking Trail for an interactive reading experience while immersing yourself in the beauty of nature.
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Monday May 26 All Day
Smythe On Canvas: Inspiration By Smythe
Smythe on Canvas presents a new collections of paintings, Inspiration By Smythe.
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Monday May 26 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Craft Corner
Join us for crafting at your leisure. Every month there will be a new craft activity. Stop by the desk for supplies and the Craft Corner will be set up for you. Space is limited to six participants.
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Tuesday May 27 All Day
Take & Make: Paper Plate Garden Critters
Explore the world of colorful garden critters with this month's Take & Make craft available at the Redan-Trotti Library.
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Tuesday May 27 All Day
LEGO MAY-nia
For the month of May come in to the Wesley Chapel Library and take part in some LEGO fun.
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Tuesday May 27 10:00am - 2:30pm EDT
Blood Drive
To donate blood, please schedule an appointment at www.redcross.org/give-blood.
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Tuesday May 27 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Stonecrest Garden Club
Join the garden club and discover what new, engaging, and educational opportunities are emerging. Learn how you can grow your own garden.Stonecrest Garden Club meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month
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Tuesday May 27 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Blind Date With a Book
A surprise story for everybody in the family! A few clues will lead you to your next book adventure. Stop by and select a wrapped book from the display table and check it out at the Circulation Desk.
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Tuesday May 27 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Read and Seek Adventure
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) has created a scavenger hunt specifically designed to explore the library and all of its wonderful books.
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Tuesday May 27 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Read and Seek Adventure
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) has created a scavenger hunt specifically designed to explore the library and all of its wonderful books.
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Tuesday May 27 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Read and Seek Adventure
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) has created a scavenger hunt specifically designed to explore the library and all of its wonderful books.
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Tuesday May 27 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Read and Seek Adventure
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) has created a scavenger hunt specifically designed to explore the library and all of its wonderful books.
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Tuesday May 27 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Cricut Creations
Make DIY projects using the Cricut Maker machine and Design Space. If possible, bring your own Cricut machine and a laptop or tablet.
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Tuesday May 27 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Isolation, Loneliness, and Depression in Older Adults
This presentation will focus on the impact of mental health on aging.
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Tuesday May 27 2:15pm - 5:15pm EDT
CORE Health Outreach Services
Join a member of CORE (Community Organized Relief Efforts) at the library for assistance with government assistance applications: SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, CAPS & TANF.
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Tuesday May 27 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Financial Literacy 102
Bring pens and paper to take notes on how money works and how you can make it work for your success. Presentation and Q & A will be lead by financial professional Jenevieve Reid.
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Tuesday May 27 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Wesley Chapel Book Club (In-Person & Online)
Join us for a discussion of Bitter and Sweet by Rhonda McKnight.
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Wednesday May 28 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Learning Spaces
Learning Spaces provides a quality, formal preschool program before children start kindergarten. It invites children, parents, and caretakers to connect, play, learn, and grow.
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Wednesday May 28 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Learn English by speaking with other ESL students. All levels are welcome.Classes are free and taught by a certified language teacher.
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Wednesday May 28 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Savvy Senior Lunch and Learn
Emory Healthcare professionals will discuss topics relevant to healthy lifestyles for older Americans.
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Wednesday May 28 1:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Help maintain the blood supply. Give now! To schedule an appointment to donate, visit redcrossblood.org. Search for sponsor code TOCOLIB to find the drive or learn more.
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Wednesday May 28 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
iPhone Basics
Get help with your iOS device. Learn more about the basic functions of an iPhone, get connected, identify common apps, and build confidence in using your device safely.No registration required.
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Wednesday May 28 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Drop-In Technology Support
Come to this drop-in session to get your basic technology questions answered.
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Wednesday May 28 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Open Technology Lab
Bring your computer and basic technology questions, and Clarkston staff will help you grow your technology skills.
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Wednesday May 28 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
DIG! Digging Insightful Gardening: Vegetable Gardens
A follow-up class for beginners who started or planted a vegetable garden. The focus will be on maintaining, harvesting, and deterring harmful pests.
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Wednesday May 28 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Book Discussion
Join us for a discussion of Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan
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Thursday May 29 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Friends of Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library Inside Book Sale with HALF PRICE ON ALL BOOKS!
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Thursday May 29 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Art Exhibit: Colorful Collages
View artist Julia Knight's series of colorful collages that speak in color, design, and extravagance.
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Thursday May 29 10:30am - 12:30pm EDT
AI for Everyday Life
This comprehensive and engaging workshop will introduce seniors and lifelong learners to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it affects our daily lives.
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Thursday May 29 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Workshop
An interactive, small-group workshop proven to improve your balance and reduce your risk of falling. Learn what will surely become a life-long practice to empower you to age well and remain fall free.
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Thursday May 29 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Internet Basics
Learn how to use the Internet for email, social media, shopping, reading newspapers, and searching for information on Google.
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Thursday May 29 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Line Dancing
Line dancing is a fun and easy way to stay active. Come and learn some new moves from certified health and wellness coach Naomi Salberg.
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Thursday May 29 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
DeKalb Public Health Mobile Clinic
DeKalb Public Health will provide vaccines, health screenings, and more.
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Thursday May 29 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Classic Movies
Little Shop of Horrors (1986). Rated PG-13, 1h 34m. Bring your lunch or light snack and enjoy a movie.
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Thursday May 29 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
2025 Fine Arts Exhibition Gallery Hours
Come see the 2025 Fine Arts Exhibition, installed in the Fourth Floor Gallery of Decatur Library. This year's theme is "Cat & Mouse."
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Thursday May 29 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Savvy Senior Field Day
Celebrate Older Americans Month with an afternoon of fun, food, games and music.
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Thursday May 29 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Tochi Onyebuchi and Harmattan Season
The Georgia Center for the Book and Charis Books & More welcome Tochi Onyebuchi to discuss his new book Harmattan Season.
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Friday May 30 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Red Cross Blood Drive
Help maintain the blood supply. Give now. To schedule an appointment to donate, please visit redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code DECLI."
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Friday May 30 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Jewelry with Gin - Virtual Class
Every Friday, join us on YouTube for another video from Jewelry with Gin.
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Friday May 30 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Senior Puzzle Program
Looking for a fun, social activity? Our senior puzzle program offers a chance to connect with others and enjoy a variety of engaging puzzles. All skill levels are welcome. Refreshments provided.
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Friday May 30 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Anew You Yoga
Instructor Cheetara will guide you through a series of poses and breathing exercises that promote relaxation and well-being. Bring your mat, and lets stretch, strengthen, and breathe together.
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Friday May 30 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Crochet Your Way
Create crochet projects from patterns. All experience levels.
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Friday May 30 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
2025 Fine Arts Exhibition Gallery Hours
Come see the 2025 Fine Arts Exhibition, installed in the Fourth Floor Gallery of Decatur Library. This year's theme is "Cat & Mouse."
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Friday May 30 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
School's Out! Summer Begins Movie: The Goonies
Kick off summer with an adventure-packed movie as a group of kids hunt for treasure and outsmart the villains.
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Friday May 30 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Friday Movies
A Real Pain (2024). R. 1h 30m. Movies shown with closed captioning when available.
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Friday May 30 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Friday Movie
Flight Risk (R) 1h 31m.
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Friday May 30 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Game Day Fun
Play one of our board games or bring your own.
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Friday May 30 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Nonfiction Friday Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Book and Dagger: How scholars and librarians became the unlikely spies in WWII by Elyse Graham.
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Saturday May 31 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Garden Days
Join us in creating a sustainable, pollinator-friendly garden to support the community, promote food security, and learn about gardening.
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Saturday May 31 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
2025 Fine Arts Exhibition Gallery Hours
Come see the 2025 Fine Arts Exhibition, installed in the Fourth Floor Gallery of Decatur Library. This year's theme is "Cat & Mouse."
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Saturday May 31 1:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
School's Out! Summer Begins Movie: Spider-Man Far From Home
Kick off summer and join us for an adventure-packed movie as a group of kids hunt for treasure and outsmart villains.
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Saturday May 31 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
DeKalb Filmmakers Club
Join the Filmmaker's Club to discuss film craft and meet others interested in film craft. This month we'll offer a chance for filmmakers to share their original works.
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Saturday May 31 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Croaker and Hot Water Cornbread: A Soulful Experience
This poetic play written and performed by Angela Ray Croaker, is a blending of original poetry and theatre celebrating the rich cultural and tradition of the South.A