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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Saturday September 21 All Day
Take & Make Crafty Saturdays
Stop by the Circulation Desk and take a craft kit to make at home while supplies last.
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Saturday September 21 All Day
Movie Club: "Tigers Are Not Afraid" and Hispanic Horror
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 September 21 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Cosplay and Costuming for Beginners
Learn to sew your own costume. For those who have dreamed of cosplaying for Dragon Con or making a Halloween or Ren Fest costume, or interested in historic garment construction.
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Saturday September 21 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Friends of the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library
The Friends of the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library sidewalk book sale and fish fry will have books of all genres to feed your mind and fish sandwiches to feed your body.
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Saturday September 21 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 September 21 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Friends of the Library Children's Book Sale
Come shop our selection of books for children and teens. Cash only.
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Saturday September 21 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Friends of the Dunwoody Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Dunwoody Library will host a four-day book sale in the Williams Meeting Room at the Dunwoody Library.
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Saturday September 21 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Kids Punch & Paint
Paint a picture while enjoying some punch.
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Saturday September 21 11:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Puzzle Swap
Trade or swap your puzzles with fellow community members. Check out a puzzle from our branch collection to take home or put together with friends.
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Saturday September 21 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Social Line Dancing
Come learn popular social line dances. The Electric Slide, Cupid Shuffle, Cha-Cha slide, Zydeco Bounce, and Mississippi Slide.
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Saturday September 21 12:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Stone Stitchers Needlepoint Club
Bring your current embroidery or cross stitch project to the Stone Stitchers Needlepoint Club, whether you're new to needlepoint or a pro. Open to first 12 participants.
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Saturday September 21 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Tasty Cookie Art
Come and enjoy decorating and designing cookies with icing and sprinkles.
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Saturday September 21 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Chess Club
Want to practice your chess skills? Hoping to learn more about the game? Join the monthly chess club. Registration at the Circulation Desk is encouraged. There will be pizza!
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Saturday September 21 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Gallery Hours: The Book As Art v.12: Rock, Paper, Scissors
Visit The Book As Art v.12: Rock, Paper, Scissors exhibition, a partnership between the Georgia Center for the Book and Decatur Arts Alliance, in the Fourth Floor Gallery during Gallery Hours.
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Saturday September 21 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Read to a Therapy Dog
Beginning readers can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog that loves listening to stories.
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Saturday September 21 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 work on editing audio recordings and tracks for video.
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Saturday September 21 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Punch and Paint
Come enjoy some punch and paint a pre-printed canvas
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Saturday September 21 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
How to Organize & Preserve Your Photos
September is Save Your Photo Month. Join us for a fun session to learn how to save and combine photos and stories to create a lasting legacy.
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Saturday September 21 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Weekend Sensory Play
Sensory play builds cognitive skills through the exploration of the senses in an unstructured environment. Adult supervision required.
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Saturday September 21 2:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Anime for Adults
Come mingle and meet other adults as we explore different anime series. This month the series is The Your Name (2016).
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Saturday September 21 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
LEGO Club
Use your imagination with LEGO. We provide all the LEGO pieces.
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Saturday September 21 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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Monday September 23 All Day
Book Character Elections: Super Series
This is a big voting year for the adults, but you can make your voice heard in the Redan-Trotti Library's book character elections. Vote for Super Series in September.
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Monday September 23 All Day
Teen Take & Make: Yarn Wrapping
Make a cute yarn-wrapped rainbow with this fun, easy craft. Kits will be available all month long at the Redan-Trotti Library.
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Monday September 23 All Day
Take & Make: Sweet Treats
Make a cute cupcake, lollipop, or ice cream that you can use to decorate your space. Pick up your kit all month long at the Redan-Trotti Library.
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Monday September 23 All Day
Scott Candler Community Cookbook
Contribute a recipe to our Community Cookbook!
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Monday September 23 All Day
Teen Zine: Open Submissions
Submit your art and writing to be published in Between the Stacks, our quarterly teen zine.
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Monday September 23 All Day
Scavenger Hunt: Fall Fun!
Find as many fall items as you can in the Children's Department, and learn some fun facts along the way.
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Monday September 23 All Day
Monster Scavenger Hunt
Spooky season starts now. Find all the silly monsters hiding around the Children's Area and win a prize.
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Monday September 23 All Day
Filling In Colors with Graffiti Class Atl.
Graffiti Class Atl. will showcase a collaborative graffiti art display presented by Malcolm Turpin.
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Monday September 23 All Day
Stick Together Activity
During September, add your stickers to the new poster at the library!
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Monday September 23 10:00am - 7:00pm EDT
Gnome Exhibit
Are you a gnome lover? If so, this exhibit is for you. We have a variety of gnomes that celebrate "gnome life." Come by and see our exhibit and decorate a gnome to take with you.
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Monday September 23 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
The Art of Photography - Chavis Adams Exhibit
Photographer Chavis Adams exhibits his collection of landscape photos, showing that photography is an art that can be expressed through the lens of a camera from the eyes of an individual.
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Monday September 23 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Toddler Storytime
Rhymes, stories, and songs.
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Monday September 23 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Library Boggle
Play library Boggle. Make words, win prizes.
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Monday September 23 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Take & Make: Tiny Art
For the month of September, 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 September 23 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Friends of the Dunwoody Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Dunwoody Library will host a four-day book sale in the Williams Meeting Room at the Dunwoody Library.
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Monday September 23 10:00am - 7:00pm EDT
Banned Books Week Trivia Challenge
Can you name the title and author of these classic novels which have been the subject of serious and repeated ban and challenge attempts? Challenge yourself! You may win a prize.
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Monday September 23 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 September 23 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Harmonize Your Mind, Body, and Soul: Sound Bath
Sound Therapy, also known as a sound bath, is an ancient practice designed to promote deep relaxation, reduce stress, and restore balance to the mind, body, and spirit.
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Monday September 23 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 September 23 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 September 23 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Preschool Storytime
Stories, songs, and more for preschoolers.
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Monday September 23 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Yoga/Meditation Class
Want to learn some easy and relaxing stretch maneuvers?
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Monday September 23 2:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Friends of the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library
The Friends of the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library sidewalk book sale will have books of all genres for you to purchase.
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Monday September 23 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
LEGO Club
We provide the LEGOs, and you provide the imagination. Come build and create amazing things with us.
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Monday September 23 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 September 23 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Learn English by speaking with other ESL students.
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Tuesday September 24 All Day
DIY Collage Kit
Stop by the library to pick up a kit with everything you need to make a collage at home.
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Tuesday September 24 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 September 24 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Baby Babbles Storytime
Join us for storytelling, singing, and playtime.
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Tuesday September 24 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Tots and Tales
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more.
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Tuesday September 24 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Play Would You Rather
Play would you rather, each week a new question.Cast your vote each week in the teen section.
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Tuesday September 24 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Toddler Storytime
An interactive storytime, complete with finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
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Tuesday September 24 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Reading Ranger Storytime
Enjoy a fun storytime led by local park rangers, Ms. Rachel and Ms. Sherrie.
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Tuesday September 24 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
MedlinePlus Basics
Learn how to use this free resource to find information on prescription drugs, medical tests, health topics, and healthy recipes.
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Tuesday September 24 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Toddler Time
Music, rhymes, activities, and more to get caregivers and children moving.
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Tuesday September 24 11:00am - 4:30pm EDT
CORE Vaccine Drive
In partnership with Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE), COVID-19 vaccines, HIV test kits, and more will be available at the Redan-Trotti Library.
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Tuesday September 24 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 September 24 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
All-Level Chair Yoga Class
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
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Tuesday September 24 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Crochet 101: A Bracelet
Learn basic stitches such as the chain stitch and single crochet to create your own bracelet.
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Tuesday September 24 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Book Bunch Book Club
Read the month's selected book and come talk about it with others.
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Tuesday September 24 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Cricut Workshop
Come learn the basics of operating a Cricut machine and decorate your own t-shirt.
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Tuesday September 24 4:00pm - 6:00pm 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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Tuesday September 24 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Hispanic Heritage Inspired Bookmarks
Create a Hispanic Heritage inspired bookmark. Supplies provided.
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Tuesday September 24 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Architecture Lecture Series
Home styles at a glance: see the trees, not just the forest.
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Tuesday September 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Wesley Chapel Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Whispers by Ashley Audrain.
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Tuesday September 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Ann Patchett & Robin Preiss Glasser Present The Verts!
Join us for a family friendly event with author Ann Patchett and illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser, as they share their latest picture book, The Verts: A Story of Introverts and Extroverts!
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Tuesday September 24 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Project LIT Young Adult Book Club
The 57 Bus by Dashka Slater. Join us as we read and discuss culturally relevant books on topics that influence and affect teens, adults and our community.
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Wednesday September 25 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 September 25 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Homeschool Drop-In
Spend time with fellow homeschool families and work on schoolwork.
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Wednesday September 25 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Books and Babies Storytime
Stories, rhymes, bubbles, and fun for infants and crawlers.
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Wednesday September 25 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Drop-in Technology Tutoring
Need help with your smartphone, tablet, or laptop or have questions about downloading eBooks or eAudiobooks? Stop in for one-on-one assistance no appointment needed.
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Wednesday September 25 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Storytime With Ms. Ellen
Family storytime with stories, songs, rhymes, and more.
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Wednesday September 25 10:15am - 12:00pm EDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Learn English by speaking with other ESL students. All levels welcome. Classes are free and taught by a certified language teacher.
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Wednesday September 25 10:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Internet Basics
Attendees will learn about web browsers and search engines, build skills to navigate the internet, and discover tips and tricks for basic and advanced searching online.
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Wednesday September 25 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Books and Babies Storytime
Join our librarian Mr. Austin for stories, rhymes, movement, and songs galore.
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Wednesday September 25 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 September 25 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 September 25 11:15am - 11:45am EDT
Preschool Storytime
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers.
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Wednesday September 25 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Preschool Storytime
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers.
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Wednesday September 25 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Canva Basics - Photo Editing
Join us and learn what the graphic design app Canva offers for editing photos for social media and personal use. Open to first ten participants.
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Wednesday September 25 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 September 25 2:00pm - 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 September 25 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Art Class
Use markers and water brushes to create a piece of art inspired by Paul Klee's painting "Cat and Bird."
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Wednesday September 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Gateway Community Math Center: Get Your Game On
Play games that require mathematical reasoning and predict possible outcomes.
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Wednesday September 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Rainbow Reads Book Club
Rainbow Reads is a book club for LGBTQ+ high school students and allies. Join us for discussion, activities, and snacks.
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Wednesday September 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
LEGO Club
Use your imagination with LEGO. We provide all the LEGO pieces.
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Wednesday September 25 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Hour of Code
Join us for Hour of Code. This one hour meeting allows students practice coding together with our mobile lab.
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Wednesday September 25 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Intoduction to Speed Puzzling
Come learn what speed puzzling is all about. No experience necessary. Only curious minds.
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Wednesday September 25 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Signing with Akera
Be part of an engaging and creative four-part series that teaches you how to communicate with your child using the expressive language of American Sign Language.
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Wednesday September 25 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Book Discussion
Join us for a discussion of The Lonely Hearts Book Club by Lucy Gilmore.
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Wednesday September 25 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Young Adult Graphic Novel Book Club
Come for discussion, an activity, and snacks. We have graphic novels to give away. Register online.
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Wednesday September 25 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Community Conversation Exchange
Join us to practice English and Spanish conversation skills with other learners and native speakers. Light refreshments will be provided.
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Wednesday September 25 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Intercambio de conversación en la comunidad
Únase a nosotros para practicar sus habilidades de conversación en inglés y español con otros estudiantes y hablantes nativos. Se servirán refrescos ligeros.
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Thursday September 26 All Day
LEGO Day at Chamblee
Come in any time on Thursdays to create your best LEGO designs.
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Thursday September 26 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Resilient Reads Book Club
Every good story has its ups and downs, including yours. Pick up a subscription pack and participate in discussions involving diverse characters with the ability to handle life's ups and downs.
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Thursday September 26 10:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Blood Drive
To donate blood, please schedule an appointment at www.redcross.org/give-blood.
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Thursday September 26 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Computer Basics Classes
This six-week class for beginner or intermediate computer users will cover basic skills, Google tools, email, internet basics, scams and cybersecurity, and working with apps.
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Thursday September 26 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Let's Visit a Fire Station!
Join us for a special storytime and visit to the Decatur Fire Station
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Thursday September 26 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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Thursday September 26 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Internet Basics - Using the Internet In Everyday Life
Learn how to use the Internet for everyday tasks such as reading emails, attending Zoom or similar meetings, reading the news, using social media, shopping, and others.
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Thursday September 26 11:00am - 12:00pm 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 September 26 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Zumba Gold Chair Class
A fun dance/exercise class, featuring Latin and world music and classic hits.
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Thursday September 26 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Snack and Movie
Bring your lunch and watch the movie Bob Marley: One Love (2024). Rated PG-13. 1h 37m.
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Thursday September 26 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Punch and Paint
Sip delicious punch as you let your inner artist out. All experience levels welcome. Pre-sketched canvases, brushes, and paint provided.
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Thursday September 26 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Gallery Hours: The Book As Art v.12: Rock, Paper, Scissors
Visit The Book As Art v.12: Rock, Paper, Scissors exhibition, a partnership between the Georgia Center for the Book and Decatur Arts Alliance, in the Fourth Floor Gallery during Gallery Hours.
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Thursday September 26 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 September 26 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Just Dance - K-Pop
Show your skills and dance to some of your favorite K-Pop hits.
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Thursday September 26 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Pub Fiction Book Discussion
Join us for a book discussion of The People We Keep by Allison Larkin. Registration required. Call 404.508.7190, ext
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Friday September 27 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 September 27 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Aging Mastery Program Workshop
This 10-session workshop series is designed for individuals who are tired of fighting the aging process and would like to learn how to age on purpose!
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Friday September 27 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Friday Movie Cinema
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Rated PG. 1h 57m.
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Friday September 27 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 September 27 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Homeschool @ Embry Hills Library
Are you a homeschool student or parent? This day is for you. We will have different activities planned for you to interact and engage with other homeschoolers.
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Friday September 27 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Gallery Hours: The Book As Art v.12: Rock, Paper, Scissors
Visit The Book As Art v.12: Rock, Paper, Scissors exhibition, a partnership between the Georgia Center for the Book and Decatur Arts Alliance, in the Fourth Floor Gallery during Gallery Hours.
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Friday September 27 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Greeting Card Crafts
Learn how to make a handmade greeting card suitable for any occasion.
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Friday September 27 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Friday Movies
Glengarry Glen Ross (1992). Rated R. 1h 40m. Movies shown with closed captioning when available.
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Friday September 27 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Board Game Fun
Play one of our games or bring your own.
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Friday September 27 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Nonfiction Friday Book Club
Join us for a discussion of A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail by Bill Bryson.
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Saturday September 28 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Friends of Embry Hills Library Mini Book Sale
Stop by to browse and buy. All proceeds benefit the Embry Hills Library.
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Saturday September 28 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 September 28 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Coffee & Create
Enjoy coffee and a craft!
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Saturday September 28 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Friends of the Hairston Crossing Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Hairston Crossing Library will host a book sale in the Library Meeting Room. Come shop for books and media across all genres, for children and adults. Cash only.
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Saturday September 28 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Sensory Play
Songs, activities and more to engage the senses and develop language and motor skills.
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Saturday September 28 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Cosplay and Costuming for Beginners
Learn to sew your own costume. For those who have dreamed of cosplaying for Dragon Con or making a Halloween or Ren Fest costume, or interested in historic garment construction.
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Saturday September 28 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Healthy Relationships
Parents will receive clear and accessible information and age appropriate resources for talking with kids and teens about all aspects of sexuality.
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Saturday September 28 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Ms. Kelsey's Yoga for Preschool Children
A fun and creative yoga class for children.
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Saturday September 28 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Early Readers Storytime
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more.
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Saturday September 28 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Plot Buddies
This club is for beginning and aspiring young writers to develop their writing technique and find other creatives to share their work with.
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Saturday September 28 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Family Storytime
Enjoy stories and rhymes along with a little music and movement for the entire family.
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Saturday September 28 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Language Lab: French
Learn the basics of French.
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Saturday September 28 12:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Hispanic Film Series
Three films will capture the spirit of resilience within Hispanic culture. All films are in Spanish with English subtitles.
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Saturday September 28 12:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ciclo de Cine Hispano
Tres películas captarán el espíritu de resistencia de la cultura hispana. Todas las películas son en español con subtítulos en inglés.
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Saturday September 28 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Gallery Hours: The Book As Art v.12: Rock, Paper, Scissors
Visit The Book As Art v.12: Rock, Paper, Scissors exhibition, a partnership between the Georgia Center for the Book and Decatur Arts Alliance, in the Fourth Floor Gallery during Gallery Hours.
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Saturday September 28 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Medicare 101
Amanda Vanterpool of V Advocacy will discuss the foundations of the Medicare enrollment process and how to avoid penalties.Open to the first 25 participants.
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Saturday September 28 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Crafts With Ms. Toni: DIY Instruments
Ms. Toni will be back at the Redan-Trotti Library, so join us as we make our own instruments to rock out with.
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Saturday September 28 2:00pm - 4:00pm 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 September 28 2:00pm - 3:30pm 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 September 28 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
STEAM Saturday: Pirate Boat Float
Ahoy, matey! In this nautical-themed engineering challenge, you'll use foil to craft boats that can float all your pirate treasure.
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Saturday September 28 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Friendship Bracelets 101
Learn how to make a knotted bracelet, also called a friendship bracelet. You will learn about the knots you need to know to create a bracelet for you to keep or to give away to a friend.
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Saturday September 28 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Family Yoga Class
Playful poses, engaging mindfulness games, breath work, and meditation will bring your family closer together.
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Saturday September 28 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Intoduction to Speed Puzzling
Come learn what speed puzzling is all about. No experience necessary. Only curious minds.
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Saturday September 28 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Family Yoga - Fall
Fun for everyone! Enjoy playful poses, engaging mindfulness games, breath work, and meditation.
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Monday September 30 All Day
Book Character Elections: Super Series
This is a big voting year for the adults, but you can make your voice heard in the Redan-Trotti Library's book character elections. Vote for Super Series in September.
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Monday September 30 All Day
Teen Take & Make: Yarn Wrapping
Make a cute yarn-wrapped rainbow with this fun, easy craft. Kits will be available all month long at the Redan-Trotti Library.
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Monday September 30 All Day
Take & Make: Sweet Treats
Make a cute cupcake, lollipop, or ice cream that you can use to decorate your space. Pick up your kit all month long at the Redan-Trotti Library.
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Monday September 30 All Day
Scott Candler Community Cookbook
Contribute a recipe to our Community Cookbook!
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Monday September 30 All Day
Teen Zine: Open Submissions
Submit your art and writing to be published in Between the Stacks, our quarterly teen zine.
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Monday September 30 All Day
Stick Together Activity
During September, add your stickers to the new poster at the library!
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Monday September 30 All Day
Monster Scavenger Hunt
Spooky season starts now. Find all the silly monsters hiding around the Children's Area and win a prize.
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Monday September 30 All Day
Filling In Colors with Graffiti Class Atl.
Graffiti Class Atl. will showcase a collaborative graffiti art display presented by Malcolm Turpin.
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Monday September 30 10:00am - 7:00pm EDT
Gnome Exhibit
Are you a gnome lover? If so, this exhibit is for you. We have a variety of gnomes that celebrate "gnome life." Come by and see our exhibit and decorate a gnome to take with you.
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Monday September 30 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
The Art of Photography - Chavis Adams Exhibit
Photographer Chavis Adams exhibits his collection of landscape photos, showing that photography is an art that can be expressed through the lens of a camera from the eyes of an individual.
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Monday September 30 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Toddler Storytime
Rhymes, stories, and songs.
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Monday September 30 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Library Boggle
Play library Boggle. Make words, win prizes.
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Monday September 30 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 September 30 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 September 30 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Preschool Storytime
Stories, songs, and more for preschoolers.
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Monday September 30 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Yoga/Meditation Class
Want to learn some easy and relaxing stretch maneuvers?
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Monday September 30 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Come Play Chess!
Bring your best moves, and play a match or two.
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Monday September 30 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Friends of the County Line-Ellenwood Library
Your efforts and expertise are greatly appreciated.
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Monday September 30 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Fractured Utopia: A Dystopian Book Club
Join us for discussion of Snowglobe by Soyoung Park
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Monday September 30 5:30pm - 6:15pm EDT
Library 101: Get to Know Your Library
Come learn more about what you can get with your library card. Win prizes, eat snacks, and make a craft!
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Monday September 30 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
American Sign Language: Level 1
American Sign Language classes provide an introduction to basic conversational sign language. Classes will meet once a week, for eight weeks. This class is for beginners.
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Monday September 30 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 September 30 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Learn English by speaking with other ESL students.
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Tuesday October 1 All Day
Book Character Elections: Graphic Novel Greatness
This is a big voting year for the adults, but you can make your voice heard in the Redan-Trotti Library's book character elections. Vote for Graphic Novels in October.
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Tuesday October 1 All Day
Take and Make: Spooky Magnets
Turn basic craft supplies into a spooky keepsake to decorate your fridge. Pick up your kit all month long at the Redan-Trotti Library.
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Tuesday October 1 All Day
Teen Take & Make: Origami Lucky Stars
Learn how to make this easy, addictive form of origami. Kits will be available all month long at the Redan-Trotti Library.
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Tuesday October 1 All Day
Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Find the monsters hiding in our Children's Department to win a small prize.
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Tuesday October 1 All Day
Library Inktober
Join the staff of the Redan-Trotti Library as we participate in the annual October activity known as Inktober.
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Tuesday October 1 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 October 1 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Baby Babbles Storytime
Join us for storytelling, singing, and playtime.
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Tuesday October 1 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Tots and Tales
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more.
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Tuesday October 1 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Take & Make: Monster Bookmarks
For the month of October, pick up a Take & Make kit to create your own monster book buddy.
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Tuesday October 1 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Crochet Art Exhibit
Using the medium of fiber arts, artist Todd Paschall applies soft and flexible yarn materials to create visual appealing works of crochet art.
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Tuesday October 1 10:00am - 8:00pm EDT
Art Exhibit
Experience the beautiful artwork of local artists. The exhibit includes unique paintings, photographs, and collages created by Georgia artists.
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Tuesday October 1 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library Book Discussion Group
Join us for a discussion of Being Mortal by Atul Gawande. The Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library Book Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of every month, except holidays.
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Tuesday October 1 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Toddler Storytime
An interactive storytime, complete with finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
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Tuesday October 1 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 October 1 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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Tuesday October 1 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 October 1 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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Tuesday October 1 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
First Tuesday Senior Cinema
Buck and the Preacher (1972). Rated PG. 1h 42m.
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Tuesday October 1 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Introduction to Finding Grants
Live in person with Candid Learning's Ivonne Simms!Are you new to the field of grant seeking?Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders.
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Tuesday October 1 4:00pm - 6:00pm 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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Tuesday October 1 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Family Game Night
Bring your favorite game to share, or come play one of ours.
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Tuesday October 1 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
The Wordsmiths Teen Writing Club
Learn new techniques to hone in on your creative writing skills. Share your work with other creatives like you.
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Tuesday October 1 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Fall Family Carnival
Play games, make crafts, eat popcorn, and win prizes.
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Tuesday October 1 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Adult Reading Workshop Series
Are you an adult seeking to improve your reading skills? Retired English teacher, Rose Lummus will facilitate this eight-week course, designed to meet the unique needs and learning styles of adults.
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Tuesday October 1 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Connecting with Others: Raising Resilience Edition
Social connection and community drive resilience. The happiness boost you get from connection with others is crucial to your health and well-being, and is a key element to building resilience.
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Tuesday October 1 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Brookhaven Library Classic Books Discussion Group
What makes a book great? Do the stories that we consider to be classic live up to the hype? Well be addressing these questions and more as we explore literary works from the past and the present.
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Tuesday October 1 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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Tuesday October 1 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
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