FREE LUNCH
for Children 18 & Under
Flat Shoals Library Noon–1:00 p.m. Tuesdays, June 3–July 29 Stonecrest Library Noon–1:00 p.m. Wednesdays, June 4–July 30
Stone Mountain- Noon–1:00 p.m. Thursdays, June 5–12 Sue Kellogg Library and June 26–July 31
Mid-Week Movie: Inside Out
Wednesday, June 25 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Children (All Ages)
Inside Out (2015). Rated PG. 1h 35m. Watch a movie and bring home a special craft. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation
Family (All Ages)
Kids Arts and Crafts Club
Saturday, June 7 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Experiment with paints, pencils, beads, and more. Snacks included. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Decatur Library
215 Sycamore Street, Decatur, GA 30030
404.370.3070
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Decatur Library. Limited, free parking is available at the Decatur Library. See decaturga.com for other parking options.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Toddler Storytime
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10:00–10:30 a.m.
Ages 1 to 2 years
Rhymes, stories, and songs.
Preschool Storytime
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Tots and Tales
Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 10:00–10:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 3 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Books and Babies Storytime
Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25 10:00–10:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 0 to 12 months
Stories, rhymes, bubbles, and fun.
Children
Summer Fun Family Yoga
Saturdays, June 7, 21 10:00–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 7 years
Have fun with playful poses, mindfulness games, breath work, and meditation. Led by a certified kids’ yoga instructor. This Raising Resilience program is supported by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Eager Readers Book Club
Tuesday, June 10 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 6 years
A book club for beginning readers with discussion, games, and crafts. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Little Artist Storytime
Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25 1:00–1:30 p.m.
Ages 5 to 9 years
An interactive storytime with activities that feature a different artist each week.
Bits and Bots
Thursday and Saturday, June 12, 28 3:00–4:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 12 years
Explore robotics and electronics using Ozobots, Cubelets, Dot and Dash robots, and more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Chess for Beginners
Monday, June 16 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 12 years
Learn everything you need to know to begin playing chess. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Come Play Chess!
Mondays, June 16, 30 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
Some chess experience required. Feedback and coaching will be provided on June 30th. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Stitches and Stuff
Tuesday, June 17 2:00–3:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 12 years
Use simple sewing stitches and fabric to create a seasonal decoration.
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• Prepare for the GED, SAT, ACT, GRE, and more.
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Book Buddies Book Club
Tuesday, June 17 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 8 years
A book club for early chapter book readers with discussion, games, and crafts. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Build It!
Monday, June 23 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 5 to 11 years
See what you can create using magnetic tiles, snap-together fort supplies, imagination builders, and more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Wednesday, June 25 During Library Hours
Ages 3 to 12 years
Bring a favorite stuffed animal to the Children’s Department for a sleepover at the library, then pick up a photo of its adventure on June 27.
Tweens
Graphic Novel Book Club
Tuesday, June 3
Ages 9 to 12 years
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Love graphic novels? Join us for discussion, snacks, and activities. Register in the Children’s Department or call branch. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Book Bunch Book Club
Tuesday, June 24
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 9 to 12 years
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Read the month’s selected book and come talk about it with others. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Connect Club
Wednesday, June 25
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
4:00–5:00 p.m.
A program designed to facilitate friendships among children with developmental and intellectual disabilities through shared activities.
Teens
Books Plus Book Club
Tuesday, June 10
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 12 to 17 years
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Read the month’s selected book and come talk about it with others. Register in the Children’s Department or call the branch. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Morse Code Bracelets
Saturday, June 21
Ages 12 to 17 years
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Learn about Morse code while you use it to create a personalized bracelet.
Family (All Ages)
Summer Reading Kick-Off Celebration: A Rainbow of Rhythm!
Wednesday, June 4
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
2:00–4:00 p.m.
This event will be held adjacent to the library at the Decatur Recreation Center at 231 Sycamore Street. Author, storyteller, and percussionist Dave Holland with Beatin’ Path Rhythm will take us on a Rainbow of Rhythm to kick off the Summer Reading Challenge. Enjoy face painting, prize drawings, ice pops, and more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Summer Reading Kickoff with Carmen and Lauren Agra Deedy!
Friday, June 13
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
We are excited to host Georgia children’s book authors Carmen and Lauren Agra Deedy for the 2025 Summer Reading Kickoff. Both Carmen and Lauren will be reading from and signing copies of their books. This program is sponsored by Georgia Public Library Service and made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Dunwoody Library
5339 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road
Dunwoody, GA 30338
770.512.4640
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Dunwoody Library.
Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Ms. Kelsey’s Sensory Fun
Thursdays, June 5, 12 10:30–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 5 Years
Sensory Fun helps kids develop pre-literacy and motor skills through exploration of new feelings, smells, and textures.
Toddler Storytime
Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25 10:30–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
Preschool Storytime
Mondays, June 23, 30 11:00–11:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Ms.
Kelsey’s
Yoga for Preschool Children
Saturday, June 28 11:00–11:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 5 years
Children will learn basic yoga poses with fun games and activities.
Children
LEGO Club
Thursday, June 12 3:30–4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 10 years
Play, create, and practice your engineering skills.
Southeastern Snake Encounter
Monday, June 16 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 5 to 10 years
Come and see an amazing array of venomous and nonvenomous snakes in this fun and educational show.
Color Our World with Collage
Tuesday, June 17
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
3:30–5:00 p.m.
Join community art teacher Ellen Gadberry to explore the work of artist Josef Albers, who is famous for his ideas about color. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
The ASO Amplify membership program allows eligible patrons to receive up to four (4) free tickets for select Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performances.
Find more information about the program and eligibility at aso.org/amplify.
Teens
Painting with Diamonds with Jeff
Saturday, June 7 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 13 and up
Join us for a fun class to make a bookmark as you learn the process of painting with diamonds. Light refreshments provided.
Galactic Quest Presents: Drawing Comics for Teens
Monday, June 9 3:00–4:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 11 to 18 years
Teens will learn all about the art of comics and create one of their very own.
Teen Hangout
Tuesday, June 10 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 11 to 18 years
Games, crafts, and activities for tweens and teens. June’s activity is weaving.
Family (All Ages)
Guess the Art!
Throughout June During Library Hours
Family (All Ages)
Try and guess the art and artist in this challenge. Winners will be chosen weekly.
Digeridoo Down Under Show
Monday, June 2 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Family (All Ages)
Go on a colorful adventure to the Land Down Under at this interactive show. You’ll hear otherworldly sounds from the
didgeridoo, explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, learn about fascinating Aboriginal artwork, and marvel at amazing creatures like kangaroos and koalas.
Chalk the Walk
Wednesday, June 4 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Family (All Ages)
Have a popsicle and decorate our sidewalks to help make our library a welcoming space.
Dunwoody Community Helpers: Read with a Cop
Monday, June 9 11:00–11:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Stories and activities for our little readers. Presented by the Dunwoody Police Department.
Colors
Everywhere!
Saturday, June 14 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Family (All Ages)
Stories, songs, and poems with storyteller Barry Stewart Mann.
The Magical Poodles
Saturday, June 21 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Family (All Ages)
Fabulous tricks, lively music, exciting routines, and lots of educational fun dog facts. Get ready for a dog gone good time.
Polka Dots & Painted Pots: Magnificent Modern Masters
Thursday, June 26 3:00–4:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Learn about four unique modern artists with storyteller Barry Stewart Mann.
Embry Hills Library
3733 Chamblee-Tucker Road, Chamblee, GA 30341 770.270.8230
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Embry Hills Library.
Preschoolers
Preschool Days
Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 5 years
Each week we will create a discovery box based on a color. We encourage weekly attendance to ensure that the participant have a full box of colors. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Children
Embry Hills Scavenger Hunt
June 9–13 During Library Hours
Ages 5 to 12 years
Kick off the Summer Reading Challenge with a scavenger hunt. Pick up a clue sheet at the Circulation Desk. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Teens
Tie-Dye Time
Saturday, June 7 1:00–2:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 12 to 18 years
Create a tie-dyed tote bag to carry the books you will check out this summer. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Pressed Flower Lanterns
Saturday, June 21 1:00–2:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 12 to 18 years
Make a lantern to use this summer.
Family (All Ages)
S’mores at the Library
Tuesday, June 10 6:00–7:15 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Make and taste this classic camping treat.
Donuts with Dad!
Thursday, June 12 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Celebrate with the father figure in your life with a craft, a book, and donuts.
Jerry G. White Presents: Anansi and the Colorful Kente Cloth
Monday, June 16 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Family (All Ages)
Author, percussionist, and storyteller Jerry G. White will bring his children’s book, Anansi and the Colorful Kente Cloth, to life. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Water Color Painting with a Twist
Friday, June 20 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Create spectacular artwork using water squirters as the paint brushes.
The Magical and Colorful World of Reading
Monday, June 23 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Family (All Ages)
Keith Karnock will deliver a magical, astonishing, and entertaining performance for the entire family. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Seashell Frames
Tuesday, June 24
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Use seashells to create a frame for your favorite photo.
Point of Grace Presents: Nursery Rhymes and Storytime
Friday, June 27 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Family (All Ages)
Interactive storytelling, creative movement, and dance that will bring classic tales to life.
Mahealani’s Colors of Polynesia
Monday, June 30 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Family (All Ages)
Come learn stories through song and dance at this family event. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Flat Shoals Library
4022 Flat Shoals Parkway, Decatur, GA 30034
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Flat Shoals Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Building Blocks
Tuesdays, June 3, 10 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Ages 0 to 24 months
Building Blocks provides an environment for children and caregivers to develop language, motor, and social skills together.
Parent and Me Yoga
Wednesday, June 11 3:00–3:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 5 years
Practice breathwork and yoga poses while enjoying a story with instructor Cheetara. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Pajama Storytime
Wednesday, June 11 6:30–7:00 p.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Bedtime stories and sleepy-time songs. Wear PJs and bring stuffed friends.
Helen Ruffin
Reading Bowl
Want to join Team DCPL? Stay tuned for our informational meeting in August.
You can get started in the meantime. See the 2025-2026 booklists by scanning the QR code or at www.dekalbschoolsga.org/hrrb/booklists/
Toddler Painting
Friday, June 13 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 1 to 5 years
Paint with watercolors to build motor skills for toddlers and preschoolers.
Children
Summer Lunch Program
Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24
Ages 0 to 18 years
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Children up to 18 years of age can enjoy a free meal provided by Rock of Salvation Ministries. Lunches supplied by the USDA. The library will have crafts and toys available while you eat.
Puzzle Playday
Thursdays, June 5, 12, 26
Children (All Ages)
During Library Hours
Join us in the Children’s Department or Teen Area for puzzles for all ages.
Read to a Therapy Dog
Monday and Wednesday, June 9, 25 3:00–4:00 p.m.
Ages 5 to 12 years
Readers can practice their skills with a therapy dog trained by Paws for Life USA.
Slime!
Saturday, June 28 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Age 6 to 12 years
Join us to make amazing slime.
Tweens and Teens
Introduction to Media Literacy & Video Production
Thursday, June 12 1:00–3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 10 to 15 years
Learn about media literacy and video production fundamentals, including scriptwriting and camera operation. Participants will also work with a professional producer to create a public service announcement (PSA). Presented by
Kids Video Connection and sponsored in part by the DeKalb Entertainment Commission and DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
8 Legged Scales
Monday, June 2
Family (All ages)
2:00–3:00 p.m.
An interactive event where you will see spiders, reptiles, and amphibians. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Mini Golf
Monday, June 16
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
4:00–7:00 p.m.
Play through a six-hole mini golf course filled with fun and surprises. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Gresham Library
2418 Gresham Road SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 404.244.4374
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays, June 12, 26 1:30–2:00 p.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children and Tweens
Introduction to Media Literacy & Video Production
Tuesday, June 10
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 13 years
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Hairston Crossing Library
4911 Redan Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30088
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Hairston Crossing Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Sensory Playtime
Saturday, June 7 10:00–10:30 a.m.
Ages 1 to 5 years
Sensory play encourages children to engage with all of their senses, which helps to develop language and motor skills.
Children
Coloring Table
Throughout June During Library Hours
Children (All Ages)
Learn about media literacy and video production fundamentals, including scriptwriting and camera operation. Participants will also work with a professional producer to create a public service announcement (PSA). Presented by Kids Video Connection and sponsored in part by the DeKalb Entertainment Commission and DeKalb Library Foundation.
String Art
Saturday, June 14
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Children (All Ages)
Create unique string art crafts.
Family (All Ages)
Rock
Painting
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Help color giant coloring sheets to display in the Children’s Department. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Rainbow Fish Scavenger Hunt
Throughout June During Library Hours
Ages 3 to 12 years
Win a prize for finding a fish for each color of the rainbow in the Children’s Department. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Indoor Summer Camp
Thursday, June 5 2:00–4:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 12 years
Participate in summer camp activities like telling stories, making friendship bracelets, and making your own trail mix.
Tuesday, June 17 3:00–4:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Paint your own unique rock. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
LEGO Night
Wednesday, June 11 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Ages 5 to 12 years
Build LEGO creations with other enthusiasts.
Impromptu Art
Thursday, June 12
Ages 5 to 12 years
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Make themed art using a bag of random supplies.
Bio-Bus Sampler
Wednesday, June 18 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 12 years
Join the Bio-Bus crew as they step into the wonderful world of science to conduct simple experiments. You’ll also learn about all sorts of cool animals.
UnBook Club
Friday, June 20 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Ages 7 to 12 years
Enjoy some silent reading time, followed by snacks, crafts, and discussion.
Sensory Slime Lab
Tuesday, June 24
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 12 years
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Learn how to make slime and use it for play and relaxation. This is a Raising Resilience program with support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Picture Book Art Scavenger Hunt
Monday, June 30 During Library Hours
Ages 5 to 12 years
Learn about the different ways illustrators create picture book art with this fun scavenger hunt. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Teens
Sticker Mural
Throughout June During Library Hours
Ages 13 to 17 years
Help us make a picture using stickers in the Teen Area.
Board Game Afternoon
Saturday, June 21
Ages 10 to 17 years
Drop in to play board games at the library.
Lithonia-Davidson Library
2:00–4:00 p.m.
6821 Church Street, Lithonia, GA 30058 770.482.3820
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the LithoniaDavidson Library.
Children
Let’s Get Creative with Assemblage Art
Saturday, June 14 1:00–3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
Use old costume jewelry to create works of art. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
Magic & Ventriloquism
Tuesday, June 24 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Enjoy a high-energy magic show with magician Keith Karnok. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Northlake-Barbara Loar Library
3772 LaVista Road, Tucker, GA 30084
404.679.4408
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Northlake-Barbara Loar Library.
Babies and Toddlers
Baby Babbles Storytime
Mondays, June 9, 16, 23, 30 9:30–10:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 0 to 18 months
Interactive songs and storytelling for babies.
Toddler Storytime
Mondays, June 9, 16, 23, 30 10:30–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 18 to 36 months
An interactive storytime, complete with finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
Children
Junior Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color
Wednesday, June 11 1:00–1:40 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
Explore colors and fun science experiments with our friends over at Science Heroes. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
Summer Reading Storytime
Tuesday, June 3 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
A fun storytime for the family with singing, dancing, and books.
8 Legged Scales
Tuesday, June 17 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Family (All ages)
An interactive event where you will see spiders, reptiles, and amphibians. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Redan-Trotti Library
1569 Wellborn Road, Lithonia, GA 30058
770.482.3821
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Redan-Trotti Library.
Babies and Preschoolers
Building Blocks
Fridays, June 6, 20 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Ages 0 to 24 months
Building Blocks provides an environment where children and caregivers can begin to develop language, motor, and social skills together. Playtime activities are followed by storytime.
Sensory Story Bins
Tuesday, June 24 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 0 to 24 months
Pairing sensory story bins with books, this program will help babies learn basic concepts like colors, numbers, and the alphabet.
Early Readers Storytime
Saturdays, June 7, 21 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 7 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Afternoon Storytime
Tuesday, June 24 2:00–2:30 p.m.
Ages 3 to 7 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children, Tweens, and Teens
Blind Date with a Book: Summer Edition
June 2–16
Ages 13–18
During Library Hours
Spin the digital wheel, match a color, and receive a book that’s yours to keep. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Just Dance — K-Pop
Thursday, June 5
Children (All Ages)
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Dance to some of your favorite K-Pop hits. K-Pop giveaways and Korean snacks will be available for all program participants.
Puzzle Piece Art: A Drop-In Creative Workshop
Wednesday, June 11
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Transform an oversized puzzle piece into a one-of-a-kind creation. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation
Tape Resist Painting
Tuesday, June 17 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 18 years
Use painters tape to make your own abstract masterpiece.
LEGO Free Build
Wednesday, June 18
Children (All Ages)
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Listen to music, socialize with other enthusiasts, and build with LEGOs. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Organic Gardening for Kids
Saturday, June 21
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 17 years
10:00–11:30 a.m.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn the basics of organic gardening. Program made possible by a partnership with Project G.R.A.P.E. Lessons are based on understanding where and how grocery stores attain produce, food technology, research areas related to food insecurity and its effects on BIPOC communities and low-income households, money management, and creating a sustainable lifestyle with limited resources.
LEGO STEAM: Gallery-Inspired Pieces
Wednesday, June 25 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Children (All Ages)
Recreate a famous piece of artwork using LEGOs. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Tween and Teen BINGO
Thursday, June 26 3:00–4:00 p.m.
Ages 12 to 18 years
Join us for some bingo games and a chance to win prizes, and enjoy music and refreshments.
Transfer and Paint Workshop: Summer
Friday, June 27
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Choose a summer-themed coloring sheet and transfer the design onto canvas for painting. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Learning to Hand Sew
Saturday, June 28 1:00–2:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 12 years and Up
Hand-sew a pillow to take home, with instructor LaTora Simmons.
Sensory Bottles
Monday, June 30
Ages 7 to 12 years
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Make a beautiful bottle filled with glitter and other items.
Family (All Ages)
Community Canvas: Coloring Our World Together
Throughout June During Library Hours
Family (All Ages)
Add your touch to a giant coloring poster celebrating the Color Our World theme. Support provided by Friends of the Redan-Trotti Library and DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family Trivia: Music
Monday, June 16 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Gather your trivia team and compete to answer questions about music to win a prize.
Board Game Social
Saturday, June 21
Family (All Ages)
3:00–5:00 p.m.
Play classic and new board games or bring your own.
Salem-Panola Library
5137 Salem Road, Stonecrest, GA 30038
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Salem-Panola Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Sensory Play
Saturday, June 21 10:00–10:30 a.m.
Ages 1 to 5 years
Songs, activities, and more to engage the senses and develop language and motor skills.
Children
LEGO Freeplay
Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 5 and up
Build fun LEGO creations. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Tweens and Teens
Tween Crafternoon
Monday, June 2 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 8 to 12 years
Hang out with other tweens to do crafts.
Anime Club
Thursdays, June 12, 26 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Ages 13 to 17 years
Hype up your favorite anime and manga at the library.
Family (All Ages)
Storytime and STEAM
Saturdays, June 7, 21
Family (All Ages)
2:00–2:45 p.m.
Songs, stories, and activities that introduce the STEAM concepts of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics.
Scott Candler Library
1917 Candler Road, Decatur, GA 30032
404.286.6986
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Scott Candler Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Sensory Play
Mondays, June 9, 16, 23, 30 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Saturdays, June 14, 28 3:30–4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 1 to 5 years
Sensory play builds cognitive skills through the exploration of the senses in an unstructured environment. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Learning Spaces
Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 0 to 5 years
Learning Spaces is a free interactive program that gets children ready for success at school. Support for Learning Spaces is provided by DeKalb Library Foundation, United Way of Greater Atlanta, and Pollyanna’s Place, Inc.
Mayor’s Summer Reading Club Storytime
Tuesday, June 24
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 0 to 5 years
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Storyteller LaDoris Bias Davis will read The Great Ant Sleepover by Madhuri Shekar, and each participant will receive a free book. The Mayor’s Summer Reading Club is a collaboration between the City of Atlanta, GEEARS (Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students), PNC, the United Way, and other public-private partnerships throughout the city of Atlanta.
Children
Coloring Contest
Throughout June During Library Hours
Ages 0 to 17 years
Pick up a coloring sheet to decorate and enter it in our contest. All submissions must be returned by June 30.
Kids Sewing
Mondays, June 9, 23
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 10 years
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Hand Sew a cute creation to take home. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
LEGO Club
Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25
Ages 5 and up
3:30–4:45 p.m.
Build imaginative creations with LEGO pieces.
Kids Yoga
Thursday, June 12 4:00–4:45 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
Presented by a children’s yoga expert. Yoga mats provided. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Homeschool Drop-In
Friday, June 13 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 5 to 12 years
Spend time with fellow homeschool families and do activities and crafts. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Beginning Reader Book Club
Monday, June 16
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 8 years
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Read a book together, eat snacks, and do an activity. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Kids Punch & Paint
Saturday, June 28
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 and up
10:30–11:30 a.m.
Celebrate Juneteenth
Tuesday, June 17 6:00–7:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Paint a picture while enjoying some punch. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Tweens
Color Your Own Summer Reading Book Bag
Thursday, June 12
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 14 years
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Learn about the history of Juneteenth and make crafts. This program will include a screening of Juneteenth: Freedom Day (2022). 25m. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Friday Movie: Lyle, Lyle Crocodile
Friday, June 27
Family (All Ages)
2:00–3:45 p.m.
Lyle, Lyle Crocodile (2022). Rated PG. 1h 46m.
Decorate a Summer Reading tote bag to use all season long. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
South DeKalb Community Cookout
Saturday, June 7
Family (All Ages)
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join your neighbors for a fun community cookout with games, food, music, and dancing. Funding provided by the Friends of the Scott Candler Library and the South DeKalb Senior Center.
Manga African Dance
Saturday, June 14
Family (All Ages)
1:30–2:00 p.m.
Celebrate African music and dance with a performance by Atlanta-based Manga African Dance. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Libby is a free mobile app for checking out eBooks and audiobooks from your smartphone or tablet. Use Libby to log in with your DCPL library card and find and check out materials, place holds, keep track of your reading history, and more. Download Libby for Android at the Play Store or for iOS at the App Store.
Scottdale-Tobie Grant
Homework Center
593 Parkdale Drive, Scottdale, GA 30079
Preschoolers
LEGO Constructors
Thursday, June 5
Ages 3 to 6 years
404.508.7174
Family (All Ages)
Puzzle-Palooza
Monday, June 2
Family (All Ages)
11:00–11:45 a.m.
Build towers, houses, and other cool structures using LEGOs.
Tweens, and Teens
Book Arts: Petal Fold Workshop
Thursday, June 12
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 14 years
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Learn how to create your own petal-fold book from paper artists. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Crochet Corner
Monday, June 23
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 10 to 14 years
2:30–4:30 p.m.
Learn crochet basics or refine your skills. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
The Comic Workshop: What is Sequential Art?
Thursday, June 26
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 16 years
2:00–4:00 p.m.
A professional comic book artist will guide you through creating a comic book script and illustrations. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
4:00–6:00 p.m.
Drop in and solve puzzles and brain teasers solo or as a team. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family Movie Karaoke
Tuesday, June 10
Family (All Ages)
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Sing your heart out to songs from favorite family movies. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Game On: Retro Game Day
Saturday, June 14
Family (All Ages)
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Play classic video games from yesteryear solo or with friends and family. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Collage and Color: Color Our World
Wednesday, June 25
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
2:30–4:00 p.m.
Create a colorful collage with your family inspired by our Summer Reading theme, “Color Our World.” Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Library
952 Leon Street, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 770.413.2020
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Library.
Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Toddler Storytime
Wednesdays, June 18, 25 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Rhymes, stories, and songs.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, June 18, 25 11:15–11:45 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children, Tweens, and Teens
Decorate a Tote Bag
Tuesday, June 3
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 14 years
2:30–3:30 p.m.
Decorate a Summer Reading tote bag to fill with books. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Summer Lunch Program
Thursdays, June 5, 12, 26 Noon–1:00 p.m.
Ages 0 to 18 years
Children up to 18 years of age can enjoy a free meal provided by Rock of Salvation Ministries. Lunches supplied by the USDA.
LEGO Club
Saturday, June 14 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Ages 5 to 12 years
Use your imagination with LEGO.
Cursive Workshop for Kids
Mondays, June 16, 23 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
Learn to write in cursive and complete a small project. Please attend both sessions.
Kids Punch & Paint
Tuesday, June 17 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Ages 5 years and up
Paint a picture while enjoying some punch.
Color Our World with Self-Portraits
Saturday, June 28
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
2:00–3:30 p.m.
Join community art teacher Ellen Gadberry as she reads Frida, and make you own self-portrait with paint and markers. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Creating Comics with Rebecca Michaud
Monday, June 30
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 11 to 18 years
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Explore comic books across history and learn how to make mini comics with artist Rebecca Michaud. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
Family Movie Matinee
Thursdays, June 5, 26 1:00–2:45 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Bring snacks, settle in, and enjoy the show.
June 5: Lilo & Stitch (2002). Rated PG. 1h 25m.
June 26: How to Train Your Dragon (2010). Rated PG. 1h 28m.
Chalk the Walk
Monday, June 9
Family (All Ages)
10:00 a.m.–Noon
Enjoy a popsicle and decorate the library’s sidewalk with colorful chalk art.
Egg Carton Seedlings
Monday, June 30 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Celebrate colors found in the natural world by planting and taking home egg carton seedlings.
Stonecrest Library
3123 Klondike Road, Stonecrest, GA 30038
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Stonecrest Library.
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children
Summer Lunch Program
Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25 Noon–1:00 p.m.
Ages 0 to 18 years
Children up to 18 years of age can enjoy a free meal provided by Rock of Salvation Ministries. Lunches supplied by the USDA.
Bubbles, Bubbles, Bubbles
Thursday, June 5 2:00–3:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 12 years
Make giant bubbles, fill bubbles with dry ice smoke, and even stand inside a bubble. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
World of Colorful Tales: Writing Workshop for Young Creators
Wednesday, June 25 1:00–2:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
Join author Tonya K. Grant for a fun and inspiring writing workshop that will prepare you to write your own stories. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation. This workshop coincides with the Katherine Applegate Color Our World Writing Contest.
Zumba for Kids
Saturday, June 28
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 4 to 8 years
10:00–11:00 a.m.
Instructor Corinne will lead a fun, energetic Zumba class full of movement and activities. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
Summer Reading Kick-Off Celebration: A Rainbow of Rhythm!
Wednesday, June 4 10:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Author, storyteller, and percussionist Dave Holland with Beatin’ Path Rhythm will take us on a Rainbow of Rhythm to kick off the Summer Reading Challenge. Enjoy face painting, prize drawings, ice pops, and more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Chalk the Walk
Monday, June 9 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Family (All Ages)
Decorate the library’s sidewalks with colorful chalk art. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
June Family Movies
Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Come enjoy a fun family movie this summer.
June 11: Inside Out 2 (2024). Rated PG. 1h 40m.
June 18: Luca (2021). Rated PG. 1h 41m.
June 25: The Princess and the Frog (2009). Rated G. 1h 37m.
Hiking Storytime
Saturday, June 21 10:00–11:15 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
An interactive storytime on the move outdoors. Meet at the gazebo outside Stonecrest Library.
Bookmark Decoration Art Cafe
Tuesday, June 24 1:00–3:30 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Drop in to decorate bookmarks while enjoying some light snacks. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family Board Games
Monday, June 30 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Play board games for kids and families. Toco
Hill-Avis G. Williams Library
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Books and Babies Storytime
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10:30–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 0 to 18 months
Stories, rhymes, bubbles, and fun.
Toddler Storytime
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 11:30 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25 10:30–11:15 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs and more.
Children
Summer Family Yoga
Saturday, June 14 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 7 years
Playful poses, engaging mindfulness games, breath work, meditation, and more. Taught by certified kids’ yoga instructor and educator.
Graphic Novel Fan Club
Wednesday, June 11 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
Chat about your favorite graphic novels, make crafts, play games, and enjoy snacks.
LEGO Legends Club
Wednesday, June 25 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 10 years
Create masterpieces using LEGO bricks.
Teens
Teen Trivia: International Art & Artists
Tuesday, June 10 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 13 and up
Test your knowledge of art and artists for a chance to win fun prizes.
Family (All Ages)
StoryWalk® at Mason Mill Park
Throughout June
Family (All Ages)
Stroll down the Mason Mill Walking Trail for an interactive reading experience. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Summer Reading Kick-Off Celebration: A Rainbow of Rhythm!
Wednesday, June 4 6:00–8:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Author, storyteller, and percussionist Dave Holland with Beatin’ Path Rhythm will take us on a Rainbow of Rhythm to kick off the Summer Reading Challenge. Enjoy face painting, prize drawings, ice pops, and more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Library 5234 LaVista Road, Tucker, GA 30084
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Library.
Babies and Toddlers
Tales for Twos
Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 9:30–10:00 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
Musical Mother Goose
Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25 9:30–10:00 a.m.
Ages 0 to 24 months
Fingerplays, rhymes, and songs.
Children
I Will Speak Today
Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17 4:30–5:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 10 years
This program provides aspiring young leaders an opportunity to gain confidence and self-esteem by speaking on a variety of topics:
June 3: Tell us about yourself and what you like about living in Atlanta
June 10: If you were elected as the President of the United States, what is the one thing you would like to change?
June 17: If you could invent one thing, what would it be and why?
Make Your Mark! Dot Mural Workshop
Saturday, June 14 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 10 years
Local illustrator Dustin Timbrook will teach mark-making and lead participants in creating a collaborative mural.
Eager Readers Book Club
Wednesday, June 18 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 6 years
A book club for beginning readers with discussion, activities, and snacks.
Read to a Pet Partner
Tuesday, June 24 3:00–4:20 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 12 years
Children can practice their read-aloud skills by reading to a gentle therapy dog from Pet Partners.
Tweens and Teens
Tween and Teen Graphic Novel
Book Club
Wednesday, June 11 6:00–7:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 10 to 17 years
Heartstopper by Alice Oseman. Come for discussion, an activity, snacks, and a free graphic novel.
Sew Cute! Axolotl Plushies
Saturday, June 21 3:00–4:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 10 to 17 years
Create your own adorable axolotl plushie with colorful felt.
Family (All Ages)
Color Our Sidewalks! Color Our World!
Saturday, June 7
Family (All Ages)
2:30–4:30 p.m.
Come decorate our sidewalks for the summer and help us Color Our World.
Bubble Play!
Monday, June 30 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Experience the magic of bubbles while dancing along to music.
Wesley
ChapelWilliam C.
Brown
Library 2861 Wesley Chapel Road. Decatur, GA 30034
404.286.6980
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Learning Spaces
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 0 to 5 years
Learning Spaces is a free interactive program that gets children ready for success at school. Support for Learning Spaces is provided by DeKalb Library Foundation, United Way of Greater Atlanta, and Pollyanna’s Place, Inc.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, June 3, 17 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Pegboard
Children and Tweens
Activity Center
Throughout June During Library Hours
Ages 6 to 12 years
Make designs with colorful golf-tees, play a peg jumping game, and more at our giant peg-board activity center. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Tie-Dye!
Saturday, June 7 2:00–3:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12
Tie-dye a tote bag and a bandana. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Wesley Chapel Chess Club
Mondays, June 9, 16, 23, 30 6:00–7:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 17 years
Play, improve your skills, or challenge others in some friendly competition. This six-week series is led by chess expert Essig Kemp.
Domino Builders
Wednesday, June 11
Ages 8 to 17 years
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Create a domino run to topple, and take on a variety of engineering challenges. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
DIY Drawing Set
Wednesday, June 18 2:00–3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
Make a pencil roll case and mini notebook. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Introduction to Media Literacy & Video
Production
Tuesday, June 24 10:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 10 to 15 years
Learn about media literacy and video production fundamentals, including scriptwriting and camera operation. Participants will also work with a professional producer to create a public service announcement (PSA). Presented by Kids Video Connection and sponsored in part by the DeKalb Entertainment Commission and DeKalb Library Foundation.
Just Dance — K-Pop
Thursday, June 26
Children (All Ages)
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Dance to some of your favorite K-Pop hits. K-Pop giveaways and Korean snacks will be available for all program participants.
Teens
Diamond Art Bookmarks
Tuesday, June 3 2:00–3:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 11 to 18 years
Make a bookmark that shimmers and sparkles. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Wordsmiths Teen Writing Club
Tuesdays, June 3, 17 4:30–5:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Grades 6 through 12
Learn new techniques to hone creative writing skills and share your work with others.
Paper Pulp Painting
Monday, June 9
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 11 to 18 years
1:00–2:30 p.m.
Create beautiful textured artwork with paper pulp and paint. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Murder & Mocktails:
A True Crime Discussion
Saturday, June 21
Ages 16 years and up
2:00–3:45 p.m.
Discuss cold cases, serial crimes, and suspicious deaths over coffee or a mocktail. June’s topic: The deaths of Tupac and Biggie. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation
Family (All Ages)
Chalk the Walk
Monday, June 2 Noon–2:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Help us draw a group mural on our sidewalk.
Movie-versary Marathon:
Films from 10 Years Ago
Friday, June 20
10:45 a.m.–4:20 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate cinematic anniversaries to celebrate 100 years of DCPL. Light snacks provided. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
10:45 a.m.: The Peanuts Movie (2015). Rated G. 1h 32m.
12:30 p.m.: Inside Out (2015). Rated PG. 1h 35m.
2:15 p.m.: Antman (2015). Rated PG-13. 1h 58m.
Movie-versary Marathon:
Films from 20–30 Years Ago
Wednesday, June 25
10:30 a.m.–5:45 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate cinematic anniversaries to celebrate 100 years of DCPL. Light snacks provided. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
10:30 a.m.: Wallace and Gromit: Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005). Rated G. 1h 25m.
12:00 p.m.: Madagascar (2005). Rated PG. 1h 26m.
1:45 p.m.: Nanny McPhee (2005). Rated PG. 1h 37m.
3:45 p.m.: Jumanji (1995). Rated PG. 1h 40m.
Online Programs
Color Our World Writing Contest!
Through July 31
Ages 8 to 12 years
Children, ages 8 to 12 years, are invited to enter the Katherine Applegate Color Our World Writing Contest. The contest is sponsored by Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group and the Collaborative Summer Library Program. See details on our online events calendar.
Teen Zine: Open Submissions
Through July 31
Ages 12 to 18 years
The theme for this issue is Color Our World. Teens from DeKalb are invited to submit up to three works of visual art or written work to be included in our teen zine, Between the Stacks. See details on our online events calendar. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
