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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Tuesday June 3 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Maximizing Social Security
Learn important rules that affect the amount of retirement benefits you collect, and strategies for supplementing social security with other sources of retirement income and savings.
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Tuesday June 3 6:30pm - 7:45pm EDT
Toastmasters Club
Join the Stonecrest Library Toastmasters Club and improve your communication and public speaking skills with family, friends, colleagues, clients, and large audiences.
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Wednesday June 4 All Day
Teen Zine: Open Submissions
Submit your art and writing to be published in Between the Stacks, our teen zine.
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Wednesday June 4 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Musical Mother Goose
Fingerplays, rhymes, and songs targeted to the developmental needs of infants and crawlers.
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Wednesday June 4 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
A Rainbow of Rhythm!
Join us as we kickoff the Summer Reading Challenge with colorful rhymes, interactive storytelling, and boom, boom, bumpity beats!
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Wednesday June 4 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Crafty Wednesdays
Stop by on Wednesday mornings during the summer to create something fun. Supplies will be out between 10:00 a.m. and noon.
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Wednesday June 4 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Chalk the Walk
Come decorate our sidewalks for the summer and help make our library a welcoming space.
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Wednesday June 4 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 June 4 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Summer Lunch Program
Rock of Salvation Ministries will provide nutritious meals at three library locations this summer: Flat Shoals, Stonecrest, and Stone Mountain.
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Wednesday June 4 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Black Female Movie Series
In celebration of Juneteenth and Black Music Month, enjoy Lithonia-Davidson's Black Female Movie Series.
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Wednesday June 4 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
A Rainbow of Rhythm!
Join us as we kickoff the Summer Reading Challenge with colorful rhymes, interactive storytelling, and boom, boom, bumpity beats!
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Wednesday June 4 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 June 4 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 June 4 5:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Paint Night at the Decatur Library
Learn about color mixing as you create a dramatic piece of art at Decatur Library, and take home a splash of spring to share with family and friends.
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Wednesday June 4 5:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Stone Mountain Chess Club
Join the Stone Mountain Chess Club. All skill levels are welcome! Ages Teen to Adult. Open to the first 12 participants.
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Wednesday June 4 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Women's Personal Safety by Solotactix
This women-focused safety and self-defense course is about more than just physical protection--it's about building confidence, clarity, and control in uncertain situations.
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Wednesday June 4 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
A Rainbow of Rhythm!
Join us as we kickoff the Summer Reading Challenge with colorful rhymes, interactive storytelling, and boom, boom, bumpity beats!
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Wednesday June 4 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Adult Graphic Novel Book Club
Explore worlds through words and pictures! Free graphic novels for all!
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Thursday June 5 All Day
Puzzle Playday
Join us in the Children's Department or Teen's area for puzzles. Puzzles will be for all ages.
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Thursday June 5 All Day
LEGO Day at Chamblee
Come in any time on Thursdays to create your best LEGO designs.
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Thursday June 5 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 June 5 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Ms. Kelsey's Sensory Fun
Sensory Fun helps kids develop pre-literacy and motor skills through exploration of new feelings, smells, and textures.
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Thursday June 5 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Open Technology Lab
Bring your computer questions, and the Decatur Library staff will help you grow your technology skills.
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Thursday June 5 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
LEGO Constructors
Join us as we build towers, houses, and other cool structures using LEGOs.
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Thursday June 5 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Summer Lunch Program
Rock of Salvation Ministries will provide nutritious meals at three library locations this summer: Flat Shoals, Stonecrest, and Stone Mountain.
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Thursday June 5 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 June 5 1:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Family Movie Matinee
Join us for a fun family-friendly movie at the library. Bring your own snacks, settle in, and enjoy the show.
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Thursday June 5 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Greeting Card Crafts
Make a handmade greeting card suitable for any occasion.
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Thursday June 5 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Indoor Summer Camp
Participate in summer camp activities like telling stories, making friendship bracelets, and mixing your own trail mix.
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Thursday June 5 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Bubbles, Bubbles, Bubbles
Make giant bubbles, fill bubbles with dry ice smoke, and even stand inside a bubble. Start your summer with a pop.
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Thursday June 5 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Magic Bubble Wands
Make your own magic wand and use it to blow bubbles.
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Thursday June 5 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Just Dance: K-Pop
Show your skills and dance to some of your favorite K-Pop hits at the Redan-Trotti Library.
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Friday June 6 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 June 6 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Book Sale
The Friends of the Flat Shoals Library will host a book sale featuring a variety of books and magazines for children and adults.
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Friday June 6 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Craft Supply Swap
Do you have craft supplies you no longer need? Do you need new craft supplies? If so, stop by and swap supplies with other crafters.
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Friday June 6 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Building Blocks
Building Blocks provides an environment where children and caregivers begin to develop language, motor, and social skills together. Playtime activities are followed by storytime.
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Friday June 6 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 June 6 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Friday Movies
Mother's Day (2016). PG-13. 1h 58m. Movies shown with closed captioning when available.
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Friday June 6 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Game Day Fun
Play one of our board games or bring your own.
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Saturday June 7 All Day
Take & Make Saturdays
Come take a craft kit to make at home while supplies last. Craft kits located in the Children's Department.
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Saturday June 7 9:30am - 3:00pm EDT
Decatur Library Used Book Sale
The Friends of the Decatur Library is holding a used book sale on the ground floor of the Library. Credit cards, cash and checks are accepted. Shoppers should bring their own bags.
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Saturday June 7 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Take & Make Craft
Come in for one of our craft kits that you can make at home.
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Saturday June 7 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Summer Fun Family Yoga
Fun for everyone. Enjoy playful poses, engaging mindfulness games, breath work, and meditation.
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Saturday June 7 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Book Sale
The Friends of the Flat Shoals Library will host a book sale featuring a variety of books and magazines for children and adults.
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Saturday June 7 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Craft Supply Swap
Do you have craft supplies you no longer need? Do you need new craft supplies? If so, stop by and swap supplies with other crafters.
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Saturday June 7 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Sensory Playtime
Sensory play encourages young children to engage with all of their senses and helps develop language and motor skills.
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Saturday June 7 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Colors of Polynesia
Enjoy a captivating performance featuring traditional Tahitian dance and Hawaiian hula.
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Saturday June 7 11:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Community Whole Health Wellness Fair
Join us for the Community Whole Health Wellness Fair. Connect with medical professionals, health educators, and fellow community members to learn more about living a healthier, happier life.
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Saturday June 7 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Painting with Diamonds with Jeff
Join us for a fun class to make a bookmark as you learn the process of painting with diamonds. You will take home a beautiful craft.
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Saturday June 7 11:00am - 2:00pm EDT
South DeKalb Community Cookout
Enjoy games, food, music, line dancing, and fun with your neighbors.
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Saturday June 7 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Early Readers Storytime
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more.
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Saturday June 7 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Know Your Rights
Meet members with Legal Literacy 4 Youth as they interpret the Bill of Rights. Join in the fun with snacks, games, and information.
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Saturday June 7 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 June 7 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Tie-Dye Time
Come create a tie-dyed tote bag to carry all the books you will check out this summer.
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Saturday June 7 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Kids Arts and Crafts Club
Spend some fun time experimenting with different mediums (paints, pencils, collage, beading, etc.) and enjoying snacks. Come appreciate the process, not just the result.
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Saturday June 7 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
DIY Festive Beaded Earrings
Join us for a fun class and learn to make a festive beaded earring set with beadweaver Claudia Orth. No experience necessary. All supplies provided. Limited space. Registration is required.
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Saturday June 7 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Bring everything you need to play Magic: The Gathering or Dungeons & Dragons. Invite your friends.
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Saturday June 7 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Anime Bites for Adults
Come mingle and meet other adult anime fans as we explore different genres each month. Be aware that selected series may not be appropriate for those under the age of 18.
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Saturday June 7 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Tie-Dye!
Fold, tie, scrunch. Join us for some tie-dye magic.
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Saturday June 7 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Storytime and STEAM
Join us for songs, stories, and age appropriate activities that introduce the STEAM concepts: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics.
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Saturday June 7 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Color Our Sidewalks! Color Our World!
Come decorate our sidewalks for the summer and help us color our world.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Color Our World Writing Contest!
All budding writers and storytellers ages, 8 to 12 years are invited to enter the Katherine Applegate Color Our World Writing Contest.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Color Matching Scavenger Hunt
Search the Children's Department for book cover colors that match paint swatches, and earn a small prize.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Guess the Art!
Try and guess the art/artist in this challenge--Monday through Friday.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Bold Artist Take & Make Kit Series
Each week, pick up a new Bold Artist kit and explore a fun, hands-on art activitydesigned to spark creativity and inspire your inner artist, all at your own pace, from the comfort of home.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Mini Art Gallery
Contribute to our Mini Art Gallery this summer at Hairston Crossing Library! Bring a mini piece of artwork or craft, 6" or smaller, to add to our gallery, and take one home for your collection.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Adult Craft Kits: Paper Flowers
Stop by the front desk to pick up a kit to make your own paper flowers.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Adult Coloring Contest
Pick up a coloring sheet to decorate and enter it in our contest. The winner's artwork will be displayed in the library.
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Monday June 9 All Day
A Whole World of Art: Trivia Challenge and Prize Drawing
Test your art knowledge. Stop by the library to fill in your answer sheet (with the help of a few books), then add it to the drawing to win art supply prizes.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Exhibit: Full Circle, The Journey Back Home
Henry McNeal Blackmon III is a contemporary artist and art instructor from Atlanta, Georgia.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Guess the Artist
Try and guess the art/artist in this challenge - Monday through Friday.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Celebrating Black Music Month
The Stonecrest Library celebrates Black Music Month with a special display of themed artwork.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Color Our World Scavenger Hunt
Pick a color and try to find all the matching items hidden around the Children's Department to win a prize.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Teen Take & Make: Fantasy Map
Grab a kit to make a map of your own fantasy realm. Kits will be available while supplies last.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Adult Take and Make Craft
Stop by the library to color your world! Make an eye-catching paper lei necklace inspired by artist Lisa Solomon.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Sticker Mural
Drop in to help us make a picture using stickers in the Teen Area at Hairston Crossing Library this summer.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Coloring Table
Help color giant coloring sheets to display in the Children's Department this summer.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Rainbow Fish Scavenger Hunt
Find a fish for each color of the rainbow hidden in the Children's Department for a fun, fishy prize.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Take & Make Kit Series: Exploring Artist
Get ready for fun with our weekly art kits. Each kit has fun stuff to help you try a new kind of art at home. You can paint, draw, or make something awesome all at your own speed.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Coloring Contest
Pick up a coloring sheet to decorate and enter it in our contest. The winner's artwork will be displayed in the library.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Take & Make: Butterfly Suncatcher
Using tissue paper, create a multi-colored butterfly to hang in your window and catch the summer sun.
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Monday June 9 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 June 9 All Day
Take & Make Crafts
Stop by the Circulation Desk during the week of June 9th to pick up a colorful craft to make at home.
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Monday June 9 All Day
Take and Make: Four Collages in One
Pick up a kit at the Redan-Trotti Library to make a colorful picture using things that can be divided into four parts.
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Monday June 9 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Baby Babbles Storytime
This program will have interactive songs and storytelling for babies.
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Monday June 9 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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Monday June 9 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Toddler Storytime
Rhymes, stories, and songs.
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Monday June 9 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Take & Make: Wood Slice Painting
Follow a template to make a painting of the stars or design your own on a wood slice. Available while supplies last.
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Monday June 9 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Embry Hills Scavenger Hunt
The Summer Reading Challenge is here and we are kicking it off with a scavenger hunt in the branch. Stop by the Circulation Desk to get your clue sheet to get started.
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Monday June 9 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Chalk the Walk
Let your creativity loose on the library's sidewalks through colorful chalk art.
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Monday June 9 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Take & Make: Tiny Art
For the month of June, pick up a Take & Make kit to paint your own masterpiece. Includes a 3"x3" canvas, paints, and paint brush.
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Monday June 9 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Art Exhibit: Faces of Justice
Bonita L. Davis' multimedia oil portraits depict individuals in politics, religion, and the arts throughout the African Diaspora, who have advocated for the poor and challenged authoritarian regimes.
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Monday June 9 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Chalk the Walk
Decorate the library's sidewalk with colorful chalk art.
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Monday June 9 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Pegboard Activity Center
During Summer Reading from June to July, come in and play with our giant peg-board activity center. Make designs with colorful golf-tees, play a peg jumping game, and use our geo-board.
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Monday June 9 10:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Book Discussion
Join us for a discussion of Table for Two: Fictions by Armor Towles. The group meets on the second Monday of the month, except holidays.
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Monday June 9 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Preschool Storytime
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers.
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Monday June 9 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Books and Babies Storytime
Stories, rhymes, bubbles, and fun.
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Monday June 9 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Sensory Play
Sensory play builds cognitive skills through the exploration of the senses in an unstructured environment.
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Monday June 9 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Toddler Storytime
An interactive storytime, complete with finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
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Monday June 9 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Preschool Storytime
Stories, songs, and more for preschoolers.
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Monday June 9 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Preschool Storytime
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers.
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Monday June 9 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Dunwoody Community Helpers: Read with a Cop
Stories and activities for our little readers. Presented by the Dunwoody Police Department.
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Monday June 9 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Toddler Storytime
An interactive storytime, complete with finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more. This storytime is specially targeted for the developmental needs of two-year-olds.
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Monday June 9 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Northlake Cookbook Club - The Complete Summer Cookbook
"The Complete Summer Cookbook" by America's Test Kitchen. Be prepared for lively discussion and feel free to bring samples of recipes you prepared from the book.
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Monday June 9 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Paper Pulp Painting
Create beautiful textured artwork with paper pulp and paint.
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Monday June 9 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Embry Hills Monday Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Keeping the Chattahoochee by Sally Sierer Bethea.
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Monday June 9 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Galactic Quest Presents: Drawing Comics for Teens
Teens will learn all about the art of comics and create one of their very own.
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Monday June 9 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Read to a Therapy Dog
Readers can practice their skills with Golden Doodle, Nora, a trained therapy dog, who loves listening to stories.
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Monday June 9 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Kids Sewing
Hand sew a cute creation to take home.
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Monday June 9 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Friends of Embry Hills Library Meeting
Join us to help find ways to enrich your library and your community. New members are welcome to learn what the Friends are all about.
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Monday June 9 6:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
English as a Second Language
Learn English by speaking with other ESL students. Classes are facilitated by a volunteer instructor.
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Monday June 9 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Wesley Chapel Chess Club
Join the Chess Club and learn to play, improve your skills, or even challenge others in some friendly competition. We have everything for you to make your first move.
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Monday June 9 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Learn English by speaking with other ESL students.
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Monday June 9 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Open Mic Night
Share your creative work with the community. Bring an original poem, writing, or song to share.
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Monday June 9 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Rob Franklin in Celebration of Great Black Hope
Charis Books & More and the Georgia Center for the Book welcome Rob Franklin in celebration of Great Black Hope, a gripping, elegant debut novel.
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Tuesday June 10 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Tales for Twos
An interactive storytime, complete with finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more. This storytime is specially targeted for the developmental needs of two-year-olds.
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Tuesday June 10 10:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Fernbank on the Go!
Explore, experiment, discover, and imagine with Fernbank's science-themed mobile vehicle. Fernbank on the Go! features a wide variety of exploratory, hands-on activities.
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Tuesday June 10 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Tots and Tales
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more.
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Tuesday June 10 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Embry Hills Scavenger Hunt
The Summer Reading Challenge is here and we are kicking it off with a scavenger hunt in the branch. Stop by the Circulation Desk to get your clue sheet to get started.
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Tuesday June 10 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Preschool Storytime
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers.
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Tuesday June 10 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Building Blocks
Building Blocks provides an environment where children and caregivers begin to develop language, motor, and social skills together. Playtime activities are followed by storytime.
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Tuesday June 10 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Bingomania!
Will you be a winner? Join in the fun!
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Tuesday June 10 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Teen Trivia: International Art & Artists
Join us for Summer Reading Trivia, themed Color Our World: International Art & Artists. Test your knowledge for a chance to win fun prizes.
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Tuesday June 10 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Toddler Time
Music, rhymes, activities, and more to get caregivers and children moving.
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Tuesday June 10 12:00pm - 5:30pm 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 June 10 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Summer Lunch Program
Rock of Salvation Ministries will provide nutritious meals at three library locations this summer: Flat Shoals, Stonecrest, and Stone Mountain.
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Tuesday June 10 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Senior Games
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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Tuesday June 10 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Lunch & Play
We will have crafts and toys to enjoy while eating lunch provided by Rock of Salvation Ministries.
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Tuesday June 10 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Introduction to Media Literacy & Video Production
Students will be introduced to media literacy concepts, and learn the different phases of video production. They will also learn how to write a short video script, and operate a video camera.
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Tuesday June 10 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Bead-Dazzled
Jewelry designer Carol Patterson will teach you how to create beautiful beaded jewelry pieces.
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Tuesday June 10 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Jewelry With Gin
Create your own unique jewelry piece.
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Tuesday June 10 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Family Movie Karaoke
Grab a mic and join us for an afternoon of karaoke. Sing your hearts out to songs from your favorite family movies.
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Tuesday June 10 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Eager Readers Book Club
A book club for beginning readers with discussion, games, and crafts.
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Tuesday June 10 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Friends of the Scott Candler Library Meeting (FOSC)
Join us to discuss ways to enrich your library and your community.
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Tuesday June 10 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Teen Hangout
We'll have games, planned crafts, and activities for tweens and teens.
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Tuesday June 10 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Books Plus Book Club
Read the month's selected book and come talk about it with others.
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Tuesday June 10 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
LEGO Freeplay
Come build fun LEGO designs. We provide the LEGOs; you provide the creativity.
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Tuesday June 10 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
I Will Speak Today
School-age children can learn and practice their public speaking skills.
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Tuesday June 10 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Adult-ish Sewing Club Part 2
Get your sew on with Decatur's Adult-ish Sewing Club.
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Tuesday June 10 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Financial Literacy 101
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 June 10 6:00pm - 7:15pm EDT
S'mores at the Library
We will learn about this camping treat classic, and taste a little too.
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Tuesday June 10 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Maximizing Social Security
Learn important rules that affect the amount of retirement benefits you collect, and strategies for supplementing social security with other sources of retirement income and savings.
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Tuesday June 10 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Podcast Club
Like a book club, but for preselected podcasts. Contact nickersone@dekalblibrary.org for podcast list.
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Tuesday June 10 6:30pm - 7:45pm EDT
Dunwoody Library Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz.
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Wednesday June 11 All Day
Teen Zine: Open Submissions
Submit your art and writing to be published in Between the Stacks, our teen zine.
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Wednesday June 11 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Musical Mother Goose
Fingerplays, rhymes, and songs targeted to the developmental needs of infants and crawlers.
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Wednesday June 11 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 June 11 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Crafty Wednesdays
Stop by on Wednesday mornings during the summer to create something fun. Supplies will be out between 10:00 a.m. and noon.
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Wednesday June 11 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Books and Babies Storytime
Stories, rhymes, bubbles, and fun for infants and crawlers.
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Wednesday June 11 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Crochet Today
Learn to crochet or finish a work in progress with fellow crochet enthusiasts. All skill levels welcome.
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Wednesday June 11 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Embry Hills Scavenger Hunt
The Summer Reading Challenge is here and we are kicking it off with a scavenger hunt in the branch. Stop by the Circulation Desk to get your clue sheet to get started.
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Wednesday June 11 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 June 11 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Toddler Storytime
An interactive storytime, complete with finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more. This storytime is specially targeted for the developmental needs of two-year-olds.
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Wednesday June 11 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Songs and Stories with Mr. Adam
Mr. Adam will play the ukulele and guitar and share a few stories.
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Wednesday June 11 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Preschool Storytime
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers.
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Wednesday June 11 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Preschool Days
This program is designed to engage preschoolers and help them learn colors.
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Wednesday June 11 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Preschool Storytime
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers.
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Wednesday June 11 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Brush It On
Unleash your inner artist. Grab some paint and brush it on your canvas!
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Wednesday June 11 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Summer Lunch Program
Rock of Salvation Ministries will provide nutritious meals at three library locations this summer: Flat Shoals, Stonecrest, and Stone Mountain.
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Wednesday June 11 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Black Female Movie Series
In celebration of Juneteenth and Black Music Month, enjoy Lithonia-Davidson's Black Female Movie Series.
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Wednesday June 11 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Little Artist Storytime
An interactive storytime complete with stories and activities featuring a different artist each week.
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Wednesday June 11 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Puzzle Piece Art: A Drop-In Creative Workshop
Drop in and transform an oversized puzzle piece into a one-of-a-kind creation using provided suppliesor bring your own. Open to the first 10 people. No registration neededjust come get creative!
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Wednesday June 11 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Civil Rights Heroes and Sheroes
In celebration of the 160th Juneteenth and 60 years of the Voting Rights Act, author Deric Gilliard will share insights from his books on Civil Rights "heroes and sheroes."
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Wednesday June 11 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
June Family Movies
Come enjoy a fun family movie this summer.
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Wednesday June 11 1:00pm - 1:40pm EDT
Junior Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color
Explore colors and fun science experiments with our friends over at Science Heroes.
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Wednesday June 11 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 June 11 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
All-Levels Chair Yoga
Join us for a gentle chair yoga class with instructor Cheetara. Participants are welcome to bring yoga blocks or yoga straps as needed. A limited number of yoga blocks will be provided.
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Wednesday June 11 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Domino Builders
Participants will learn how to create a domino run to topple, and participate in a variety of engineering challenges.
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Wednesday June 11 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 June 11 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Parent and Me Yoga
Join us for Parent and Me Yoga with certified yoga instructor Cheetara. Practice breathwork, yoga poses, and enjoy storytelling for parents and preschoolers.
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Wednesday June 11 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
LEGO Club
Use your imagination with LEGO. We provide all the LEGO pieces.
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Wednesday June 11 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Graphic Novel Fan Club
Meet other graphic novel readers and chat about your favorites, make crafts, play games, and munch on snacks.
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Wednesday June 11 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
LEGO Night
Join us to make awesome LEGO creations. LEGO bricks provided; please do not bring any from home.
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Wednesday June 11 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Romantasy UnBook Club
Do you love romance and fantasy books? Bring your book or e-reader and join us to discuss our favorite authors, tropes, and more!
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Wednesday June 11 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Tween and Teen Graphic Novel Book Club
Come for discussion, an activity, and snacks. We have graphic novels to give away.
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Wednesday June 11 6:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Pajama Storytime
Bedtime stories and sleepy-time songs. Wear PJs and bring stuffed friends.
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Thursday June 12 All Day
Puzzle Playday
Join us in the Children's Department or Teen's area for puzzles. Puzzles will be for all ages.
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Thursday June 12 All Day
LEGO Day at Chamblee
Come in any time on Thursdays to create your best LEGO designs.
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Thursday June 12 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Embry Hills Scavenger Hunt
The Summer Reading Challenge is here and we are kicking it off with a scavenger hunt in the branch. Stop by the Circulation Desk to get your clue sheet to get started.
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Thursday June 12 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 June 12 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Ms. Kelsey's Sensory Fun
Sensory Fun helps kids develop pre-literacy and motor skills through exploration of new feelings, smells, and textures.
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Thursday June 12 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Baby Rave
Baby is ready to rave with this baby-friendly neon party. Bring your tiny dancer and well supply lighting, decor, and music.
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Thursday June 12 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Storytime Sparks: Inventors and Their Amazing Ideas
Calling all young inventors. Get ready to dive into the world of brilliant minds and big ideas with Melissa Shenk, GA Tech Engineer and Davis Academy School Librarian.
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Thursday June 12 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Open Technology Lab
Bring your computer questions, and the Decatur Library staff will help you grow your technology skills.
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Thursday June 12 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Donuts with Dad!
Celebrate with the father figure in your life with a craft, a book, and donuts.
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Thursday June 12 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Jewelry with Gin Live!
Jewelry designer Virginia Milner will show you how to create a beautiful and unique piece of jewelry. Materials provided. Class limited to the first 10 participants.
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Thursday June 12 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Resistance Bands Exercise Class
Certified health and wellness coach Naomi Salberg will lead the class and show how to use resistance bands to improve strength and stability. Equipment provided or you may bring your own bands.
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Thursday June 12 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Summer Lunch Program
Rock of Salvation Ministries will provide nutritious meals at three library locations this summer: Flat Shoals, Stonecrest, and Stone Mountain.
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Thursday June 12 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Introduction to Media Literacy & Video Production
Students will be introduced to media literacy concepts, and learn the different phases of video production. They will also learn how to write a short video script, and operate a video camera.
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Thursday June 12 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 June 12 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Kanopy and Hoopla Resource Class
Learn to access and navigate the popular Kanopy and Hoopla apps.
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Thursday June 12 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Preschool Storytime
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers.
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Thursday June 12 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Impromptu Art
Make themed art using a bag of random supplies and your imagination.
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Thursday June 12 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Anime Club
Hype up your favorite anime and manga at the library.
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Thursday June 12 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Book Arts: Petal Fold Workshop
Learn how to create your own petal-fold book from paper artists.
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Thursday June 12 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Color Your Own Summer Reading Book Bag
Using fabric markers, decorate your own summer reading tote bag to use all summer long.
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Thursday June 12 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bits and Bots
Explore robotics and electronics using Ozobots, Cubelets, Dot and Dash robots, and more.
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Thursday June 12 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
LEGO Club
Play, create, and practice your engineering skills at LEGO Club.
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Thursday June 12 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Kids Yoga
Join us each week for Kids Yoga, presented by a children's yoga expert. Yoga mats will be provided.
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Thursday June 12 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Saving the Chattahoochee: Screening & Talkback
The Georgia Center for the Book is delighted to present a free screening of the documentary Saving the Chattahoochee, followed by a talkback with Sally Bethea, Hannah S. Palmer, Hal Jacobs.
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Friday June 13 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 June 13 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Embry Hills Scavenger Hunt
The Summer Reading Challenge is here and we are kicking it off with a scavenger hunt in the branch. Stop by the Circulation Desk to get your clue sheet to get started.
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Friday June 13 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Homeschool Drop-In
Spend time with fellow homeschool families.
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Friday June 13 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Let's Paint
Use basic acrylic painting techniques to create your own art.
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Friday June 13 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 June 13 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 June 13 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Summer Reading Kickoff with Carmen and Lauren Agra Deedy!
We are excited to host Georgia children's book authors Carmen and Lauren Agra Deedy for the 2025 Summer Reading Kickoff. This event is free and open to the public but registration is required.
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Friday June 13 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Toddler Painting
Build fine motor skills for toddlers and preschoolers by painting with watercolors.
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Friday June 13 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Crochet Your Way
Create crochet projects from patterns. All experience levels.
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Friday June 13 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 June 13 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Friday Movies
Bob Trevino Likes It (2024). PG-13. 1h 41m. Movies shown with closed captioning when available.
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Friday June 13 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Line Dancing @ the Library
Start the new year off right and honor your commitment to get fit! Get moving and come line dance with ClassZ Studios.
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Friday June 13 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Game Day Fun
Play one of our board games or bring your own.
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Friday June 13 2:00pm - 4:10pm EDT
Friday Movie
Twisters (2024). Rated PG-13. 2h 2m.
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Friday June 13 6:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
Closing Reception: 2025 Fine Arts Exhibition
The Decatur Arts Alliance and the Georgia Center for the Book host the Closing Reception for the 2025 Fine Arts Exhibition, which is installed on the Fourth Floor of Decatur Library.