DEKALB COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Schedule of Programs for Children and Teens March 2025
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Youth Services Staff
Brookhaven
Marcie Helms
Chamblee
Kim Chamberlain
Kristi Gregory
Clarkston
Jordan Curtis
County Line-Ellenwood
Jessica Jackson
Covington
Annalise Hagen
Decatur
Mia Manekofsky
Lydia O’Bryant
Lauren Tennyson
Doraville
Austin Dalbo
Sloane Frederick
Dunwoody
Nicole Hercules-Provence
Embry Hills
Erica Luke
Flat Shoals
Sarah Alnakdali
Gresham
Kimberly Hall
Hairston Crossing
Celeste Maffei
Lithonia-Davidson
Wendy Herbert
Northlake-Barbara Loar
Mya McCoy
Redan-Trotti
Emilee Sawicki
Salem-Panola
Courtney Nix
Ashley Walker
Scott Candler
Ruthie Metzler
Scottdale-Tobie Grant Homework Center
Jared Bush
Charity Ivey
Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg
Rosie Robledo
Stonecrest
Kate McAlister
Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams
Brooke Gable
Tucker-Reid H. Cofer
Jason Beyer
Elisabeth Harris
Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown
Angela Morris
Shakira McCoy
Programs for Children
Teens Table of Contents
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten encourages parents and caregivers to provide positive and nurturing early experiences by reading aloud to their children regularly. Visit any DeKalb County Public Library branch to receive the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten participation kit. Each kit includes a reusable book bag, free starter book, reading log, and reading tips and recommendations. You can also track progress on Beanstack. Sign up at dekalblibrary.beanstack.org. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
100 Books Before Graduation
For readers between the ages of 13 to 18, take the 100 Books Before Graduation challenge! Reading can provide stress relief, increase empathy, improve vocabulary, and develop writing skills. Participants who reach different challenge milestones will receive rewards like a ring light, an insulated mug, a stylish enamel pin, and more. Complete the challenge and be entered into a drawing for an iPad Pro. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation. Sign up at dekalblibrary.beanstack.org.
StoryLine
Storytime is Now Just a Phone Call Away!
The Library has a dial-a-story service called StoryLine. StoryLine offers a wide range of stories read by our Youth Services Librarians for children and families at any time of the day. Selected stories can be found in the library’s print and eBook collection of children’s books, and are available for checkout. Call us at 404.370.3070, press 7, choose between a story in English or in Spanish, and listen.
Raising Resilience
All kids are born with the capacity to become resilient — the ability to handle life’s ups and downs — but they need help along the way. Search for Raising Resilience at dekalblibrary.org for recommended books and links to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Strong4Life website to learn how to raise a resilient child. These resources are provided in collaboration with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Strong4Life. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
DeKalb Library Foundation
The DeKalb Library Foundation supports the DeKalb County Public Library beyond tax dollars. Funding allows for special summer reading programs, craft programs, book clubs, and so much more! To learn more about DeKalb Library Foundation, visit dekalblibraryfoundation.org
Brookhaven Library
1242 N. Druid Hills Road, Atlanta, GA 30319
404.848.7140
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Brookhaven Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Songs and Stories with Mr. Adam
Wednesday, March 12 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Mr. Adam will play the ukulele and guitar and share a few stories.
Baby Rave
Thursday, March 20 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Ages 1 to 5 years
Baby is ready to rave with this baby friendly neon party. Bring your tiny dancer and we’ll supply lighting, decor, and music.
Toddler Time
Monday, March 24
Ages 18 to 36 months
Music, rhymes, activities, and more.
10:30–11:00 a.m.
Children and Tweens
Homeschool Fun Fridays
Friday, March 14 10:30 a.m.–Noon
Ages 5 to 12 years
Come do your homework, use library resources, play a board game brought from home, and make new friends.
LEGO Afternoon
Wednesday, March 19 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 5 to 10 years
Build LEGO creations with other enthusiasts. LEGO bricks provided; please do not bring any from home.
Spring Chikadee Candy Jar
Week of March 24 During Library Hours
Ages 5 to 12 years
Can you guess the number of jelly beans little chickadee is hiding? Multiple entries are welcome. The person that guesses the closest without going over wins the candy jar. Winner will be selected and notified on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Family (All Ages)
Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt
Throughout March During Library Hours
Children (All Ages)
It’s spring, and baby dinosaurs are hatching all over the library. See how many you can find hidden in the Children’s Department to win a prize.
Chamblee Library
4115 Clairmont Road, Chamblee, GA 30341 770.936.1380
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Chamblee Library.
Toddlers
Toddler Time
Tuesdays, March 11, 25 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Music, rhymes, activities, and more.
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Mondays, March 10, 24 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss
Saturday, March 1 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 5 to 10 years
We will celebrate the one and only Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, with stories, activities, and wacky Dr. Seuss-inspired crafts.
LEGO Day at Chamblee
Thursdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27 During Library Hours
Ages 5 to 12 years
Come in any time on Thursdays to create your best LEGO designs.
Teens
Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Saturdays, March 8, 22 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Ages 12 to 18 years
Bring everything you need to play Magic: The Gathering or Dungeons & Dragons. Invite friends and bring your own snacks.
Clarkston
Library 951 N. Indian Creek Drive, Clarkston, GA 30021
404.508.7175
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Clarkston Library.
Toddlers
Songs and Stories
Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 2:00–2:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 18 to 36 months
Stories, finger plays, action rhymes, and more.
Children
LEGO Club
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 3:00–4:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
Play, create, and practice your LEGO engineering skills.
Kids Yoga
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 4:15–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
Led by a children’s yoga expert. This is a Raising Resilience program with support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
County Line-Ellenwood Library
4331 River Road, Ellenwood, GA 30294
404.241.1668
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the County LineEllenwood Library.
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, March 4, 25 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Pajama Storytime
Wednesday, March 19 6:00–6:30 p.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Bedtime stories and sleepy-time songs. Wear PJs and bring stuffed friends.
Tweens
T.D.B. (Tweens Discuss Books) Club
Wednesday, March 12
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 9 to 12 years
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Bring a book that you are currently reading or have recently read. We will discuss books and do some fun activities. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
Therapy Dog in the House
Thursday, March 6
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Families with children and single adults are all welcome to enjoy the team with Mercy, the retriever.
Intergenerational Yoga for Beginners
Saturday, March 8 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Instructor Taylor welcomes families with children as well as single adults and seniors. Bring a mat if you have one. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Covington Library
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Family (All Ages)
Spring Bird Scavenger Hunt
Throughout March During Library Hours
Family (All ages)
Search the Children’s Department for bird species that can be found both migrating through and nesting in Atlanta this spring.
Art in the Neighborhood—Sound in Movies
Saturday, March 8 Noon–2:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
We’ll make our own video using the “Foley Method,” a technique that employs everyday sounds to create sound effects for films, video, and other media. If you have any questions, email Cheryl at cheryl1002@gmail.com
Arts and Crafts Club for Kids
Saturday, March 29
Family (All Ages)
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Spend some fun time experimenting with different mediums (paints, pencils, collage, beading, etc.) and enjoying snacks. Art supplies and light snacks provided. 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, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:00–10:30 a.m.
Ages 1 to 2 years
Rhymes, stories, and songs.
Preschool Storytime
Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more..
Tots and Tales
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 10:00–10:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 3 years
An energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more.
Books and Babies Storytime
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 10:00–10:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 0 to 12 months
Stories, rhymes, bubbles, and fun.
Children
Family Yoga: Yoga with Your Little Yogi
Saturdays, March 1, 15, 29 10:00–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 7 years
March 1: Mindfulness
March 15: Lucky Little Yogis — St. Patrick’s Day
March 29: Mindfulness
April 12: Resilience
April 26: Action: How Can You Make a Difference?
Led by a certified kids’ yoga instructor. This Raising Resilience program is supported by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Read to a Pet Partner
Mondays, March 3, 24 4:15–5:15 p.m.
Ages 5 to 12 years
Children can practice their read-aloud skills by reading to a gentle therapy dog.
Graphic Novel Book Club
Tuesday, March 4 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 9 to 12 years
Join us for discussion, snacks, and activities. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Come Play Chess!
Monday, March 10 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
Bring your best moves and play a match or two. Some chess experience required. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Eager Readers Book Club
Tuesday, March 11 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 6 years
A book club for young readers with discussion, games, and crafts. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation
Book Buddies Book Club
Tuesday, March 18 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.
Stitches and Stuff
Wednesday, March 19 4:30–6:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 12 years
Use simple sewing stitches and fabric to create a seasonal decoration to take home. All sewing will be done by hand. All supplies provided.
Bits and Bots
Saturday, March 22 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.
Book Bunch Book Club
Tuesday, March 25 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 9 to 12 years
Read the month’s selected book and come talk about it with others. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Connect Club
Wednesday, March 26 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 9 to 12 years
Connect Club is designed to facilitate peer friendships among children with intellectual disabilities through participation in a variety of shared activities. Please note: we will not explicitly be teaching social skills and children should be able to willingly participate in a small group. One-onone support will not be provided. Staff are not equipped to handle children who elope (leave the program area).
Teens
Books Plus Book Club
Tuesday, March 11
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 Decatur Library Children’s Department or call the branch at 404.370.3070, ext. 2012. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Rainbow Reads Book Club
Wednesday, March 26 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 14 to 18 years
Rainbow Reads is a book club for LGBTQ+ high school students and allies, with discussion, activities, and snacks. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
March Madness Bracket Challenge
Monday, March 17 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Family (All ages)
Love college basketball? Fill out your 2025 March Madness NCAA Tournament Bracket and enjoy some basketballinspired fun. See how your picks rate as the tournament progresses. Prizes will be awarded after each bracket level with a grand prize at the end.
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
Storytime Adventures!
Tuesdays, March 4, 18, 25
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 5 years
10:30–11:00 a.m.
Join us as Ms. Stephanie, reading teacher, literacy advocate, and lover of books, takes us on an adventure filled with stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Storytime With Ms. Ellen
Tuesday, March 11
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 5 years
10:30–11:00 a.m.
Join us as Ms. Ellen leads storytime filled with stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime led by teaching artist and former DeKalb County School District librarian Ellen Gadberry. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Children
Read to a Therapy Dog
Saturday, March 1
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 10 years
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Beginning readers can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog that loves listening to stories. In partnership with CAREing Paws therapy dogs. Call or visit the branch to register.
Teens
DIY Festive Beaded Bracelet
Saturday, March 15
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Bead weaver Claudia Orth will teach you how to make a festive beaded bracelet that you can wear for any special occasion. No experience necessary. All supplies provided. Limited space.
Family Storytime
Wednesday, March 5
Family (All Ages)
1:00–1:45 p.m.
Enjoy stories, fingerplays, rhymes, music, and movement for the entire family.
Fun Friday
Fridays, March 14, 28
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family All Ages
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
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, March 4, 11, 18 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Ages 0 to 24 months
Are you looking for something to do with your family? This day is for you. We will have different activities planned for you to interact and engage with other families that are home for the day. The activities will range from movies, to game days, crafts, experiments, and more.
Spring-Inspired Bookmarks
Tuesday, March 25 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Family All Ages
Make a spring bookmark to use with any book that you checkout from the library.
Meet Libby.
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.
Building Blocks provides an environment for children and caregivers to begin to develop language, motor, and social skills together. Playtime activities are followed by storytime. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Parent and Me Yoga
Thursday, March 20 11:30 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 5 years
Join us for Parent and Me Yoga with certified yoga instructor Cheetara. Practice breathwork, yoga poses, and enjoy storytelling for parents and preschoolers. Bring your own mat or towel. When registering, submit the child’s information only. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Toddler Painting
Friday, March 21 10:30–11:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 1 to 5 years
Build fine motor skills for toddlers and preschoolers by practicing watercolor process painting.
Pajama Storytime
Wednesday, March 26 6:30–7:00 p.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Bedtime stories and sleepy-time songs. Wear PJs and bring stuffed friends.
Children
Wacky Reading Scavenger Hunt
March 3–15 During Library Hours
Children (All Ages)
Celebrate Read Across America. Pick up a worksheet at the Circulation Desk and search for Dr. Seuss clues in the Children’s Department. Win a prize if you find all the clues.
Hour of Code
Wednesdays, March 5, 19 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Ages 12 to 17 years
This one hour meeting allows students to practice coding Blocks, JavaScript or Python together in our mobile lab.
Slime!
Saturday, March 8 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
Join us to DIY your own slime.
Gresham Library
2418 Gresham Road SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 404.244.4374
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, March 12, 26 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Family (All Ages)
Rock Painting
Saturday, March 22 Noon–1:30 p.m.
All Ages
Paint a design on your own personal rock. Funding provided by the DeKalb County Public Library.
Hairston Crossing Library
4911 Redan Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30088
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Hairston Crossing Library.
Toddlers and Preschoolers
Sensory Playtime
Saturdays, March 1, 29 10:00–10:30 a.m.
Ages 1 to 5 years
Sensory play encourages young children to engage with all of their senses and helps develop language and motor skills.
Toddler Storytime
Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:15–10:45 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Preschool Storytime
Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Children, Tweens, and Teens
Board Game Afternoon
Saturday, March 15 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Ages 10 to 17 years
Drop in to play board games at the Hairston Crossing Library.
LEGO Night
Wednesday, March 19 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Ages 5 to 12 years
Join us to make awesome LEGO creations. LEGO bricks provided; please do not bring any from home.
Lithonia-Davidson Library
6821 Church Street, Lithonia, GA 30058 770.482.3820
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the LithoniaDavidson Library.
Family (All Ages)
Popcorn & Movie
Saturday, March 8 1:00–3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family ( All Ages)
Come and enjoy popcorn and watch a movie based on the DC Comics. The Flash (2023). Rated PG-13. 2h. 24m.
Northlake-Barbara Loar Library
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Northlake-Barbara Loar Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Baby Babbles Storytime
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 9:30–10:00 a.m.
0 to 18 months
Storytelling, music, and playtime.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
Drop-In Playtime
Saturday, March 15 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 0 to 5 years
Drop-in on select Saturdays for play-time.
Teens
Romantasy UnBook Club
Wednesday, March 12 5:30–6:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Teens ages 16 and up
Discuss tropes, new releases, and bookish lore with other Romantasy readers! The only catch: we don’t have to read the same book.
The Library depends on gifts to provide programs and services not funded by tax dollars. Your charitable gift helps create programming and services that would not exist otherwise. To find out more, visit dekalblibraryfoundation.org
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
Building Blocks
Fridays, March 14, 28 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Ages 0 to 24 months
Building Blocks provides an environment for children and caregivers to begin to develop language, motor, and social skills together. Playtime activities are followed by storytime. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Preschoolers
Early Readers Storytime
Saturdays, March 1, 15, 29 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 7 years
An energetic and interactive storytime complete with stories, songs, and more.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, March 18 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children
LEGO STEAM: Self Portraits
Wednesday, March 19 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 7 to 15 years
Challenge yourself to create a self portrait using LEGO blocks. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Crafts With Ms. Toni: No-Sew Pillows
Saturday, March 29 2:00–3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 12 years
Join our guest crafter, Ms. Toni, and make your own nosew pillow at the Redan-Trotti Library. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Tweens and Teens
Just Dance K-Pop
Thursday, March 6 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 12 to 18 years
Show your skills and dance to some of your favorite K-Pop hits. K-Pop giveaways and Korean snacks will be available. If you have any questions, contact Emilee Gates-Sawicki at 770.482.3821 or Shakira McCoy at 404.286.6980.
Family (All Ages)
Family Board Game Night
Monday, March 10 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Come play some classic board games or something new.
Transfer and Paint Workshop: Leprechaun’s Magic
Wednesday, March 12 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Choose from an array of lucky and leprechaun-inspired color sheets, then transfer your design for painting. Enjoy bringing your lucky masterpiece to life with all supplies provided. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Salem-Panola Library
5137 Salem Road, Stonecrest, GA 30038
770.987.6900
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Salem-Panola Library.
Toddlers
Sensory Play
Saturday, March 29 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.
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children and Tweens
Tween Crafternoon
Monday, March 3
Ages 8 to 12 years
Hang out with other tweens and do crafts.
LEGO Freeplay
4:30–5:30 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Family Storytime
Saturday, March 29 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Family (All Ages)
Enjoy stories and rhymes along with a little music and movement for the entire family.
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, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:30–11:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 1 to 5 years
Sensory play builds cognitive skills through the exploration of the senses in an unstructured environment. Adult supervision required. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Learning Spaces
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 0 to 5 years
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 5 and up
Come build fun LEGO creations. We provide all of the LEGOs. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Oreo Taste Test Challenge
Thursday, March 6
Ages 5 to 12 years
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Celebrate National Oreo Day by blindly taste testing different flavors of Oreos and ranking them from best to worst.
Learning Spaces provides a quality, structured preschool program during children’s early developmental years. Support for Learning Spaces is provided by United Way of Greater Atlanta, Pollyanna’s Place, Inc., and DeKalb Library Foundation.
Weekend Sensory Play
Saturdays, March 8, 22 2:30–3:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 1 to 5 years
Sensory play builds cognitive skills through the exploration of the senses in an unstructured environment. Adult supervision required. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Children, Tweens, and Teens
LEGO Club
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 5 and up
Use your imagination with LEGO. We provide all the LEGO pieces.
Kids Yoga
Thursdays, March 6, 20, 27 4:00–4:45 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
Presented by a children’s yoga expert. Yoga mats will be provided. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Homeschool Drop-In
Fridays, March 7, 21 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 5 to 12 years
Spend time with fellow homeschool families and work on schoolwork. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Kids Sewing
Thursday, March 13 3:30–4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 10 years
Hand sew a cute creation to take home. All supplies provided. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Beginning Reader Book Club
Monday, March 17 3:30–4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 8 years
Read a book together, eat snacks, and do an activity. Each participant will receive a copy of the book to take home. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Kids Punch & Paint
Saturday, March 22 10:30–11:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 and up
Paint a picture while enjoying some punch. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
Cartoons and Pancakes
Saturday, March 8 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Family (All Ages)
Watch cartoons and eat breakfast with your family. While supplies last. Pancakes will contain dairy, egg, wheat, and other potential allergens. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Scottdale-Tobie Grant
Homework Center
593 Parkdale Drive, Scottdale, GA 30079
Preschoolers
LEGO Constructors
404.508.7174
Thursdays, March 6, 20 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Ages 3 to 6 years
Join us as we build towers, houses, and other cool structures using LEGOs.
Children, Tweens, and Teens
Mind Bubble Tutoring
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Thursdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27 2:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 5 to 15 years
Get help with homework or receive one-on-one tutoring. Service provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Nintendo Switch Night
Saturday, March 22
Ages 8 to 16 years
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Play some of the most popular video games. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
Who’s Got Game?
Monday, March 3 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Play board games with friends or tackle solitary games.
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, March 5, 12, 19, 26 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Rhymes, stories, and songs.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 11:15–11:45 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children, Tweens, and Teens
Kids Punch & Paint
Tuesday, March 11 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Ages 5 years and up
Paint a picture while enjoying some punch.
Paint a Flower Pot
Saturday, March 22 10:30–11:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
Celebrate the start of spring by painting a flower pot. Flower pots and painting supplies provided. We will be using acrylic paint, so please wear old clothes that can get messy. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
LEGO Club
Saturday, March 22 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Ages 5 to 12 years
Use your imagination with LEGO.
Family (All Ages)
Understanding Georgia’s New K–12 Scholarship Programs
Saturday, March 1
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
11:00 a.m.–Noon
DeKalb County Public Library will partner with Harris Davis Educational Consulting, LLC, to offer three, FREE one-hour workshops for parents. Parents will learn about the educational funding opportunities available for the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship (GSNS) and the Promise Scholarship (Voucher) for the 2025–2026 school year. Each session will provide an overview of the programs, eligibility requirements, and the benefits to children. Get your questions answered and gain the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about your child.
Other locations and dates: March 15, 11:00 a.m.–Noon, Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Library.
Family Game Night
Tuesdays, March 4, 18 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Bring your favorite game to share or come play one of ours.
Stonecrest Library
3123 Klondike Road, Stonecrest, GA 30038
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Stonecrest Library.
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children
STEAM Saturday: Weather & Atmosphere
Saturday, March 1 2:00–3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 11 years
Enjoy hands-on science activities to learn about the air, water, and sunlight that shape our weather.
Family (All Ages)
Hiking Storytime
Saturday, March 15 10:30–11:45 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
We’ll take a mini hike along the PATH trail with stories and nature observation along the way. Meet at the gazebo outside Stonecrest Library. Wear weather-appropriate clothing and bring a bottle of water. The walk will be about 3/4 mile round trip on paved trails. Severe weather will change this event to an indoor storytime.
Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library
1282 McConnell Drive, Decatur, GA 30033 404.679.4404
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library.
Babies
Books and Babies Storytime
Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:30–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 0 to 18 months
Stories, rhymes, bubbles and fun.
Toddlers
Toddler Storytime
Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 11:30 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 10:30–11:15 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children and Tweens
Graphic Novel Fan Club
Wednesday, March 19 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 9 to 12 years
Meet other graphic novel readers and chat about your favorites, make crafts, play games and munch on snacks.
Curious Minds STEM Club:
DIY Rollercoaster
Wednesday, March 26 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 9 to 12 years
Enhance your science, technology, engineering, and math skills with exciting monthly experiments.
Family (All Ages)
StoryWalk® at Mason Mill Park
Through May During Park Hours
Family (All Ages)
Visit Mason Mill Walking Trail for an interactive reading experience while immersing yourself in the beauty of nature. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family
Yoga
Saturday, March 8 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 4 to 10 years
Playful poses, engaging mindfulness games, breath work, meditation, and more. Taught by certified children’s yoga instructor and educator. This is a Raising Resilience program with support provided by the Friends of the Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library.
Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Library
5234 LaVista Road, Tucker, GA 30084 770.270.8234
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Library.
Babies and Toddlers
Musical Mother Goose
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 9:30–10:00 a.m.
Ages 0 to 24 months
Fingerplays, rhymes, and song.
Tales for Twos
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25 9:30–10:00 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Fingerplays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
Children
Eager Readers Book Club
Wednesday, March 12 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 5 to 6 years
A book club for beginner readers with discussion, activities, and snacks.
Read to a Pet Partner
Tuesday, March 18 3:00–4:20 p.m.
Ages 5 to 12 years
Children can practice their read-aloud skills by reading to gentle therapy dog.
Tweens and Teens
Young Adult Graphic Novel Book Club
Wednesday, March 12 6:00–7:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 10 to 15 years
Come for discussion, an activity, and snacks. We will also have graphic novels to give away. We will be reading: The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz.
Books will be available at the Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Library three weeks prior to the program date. Come to the Circulation Desk and ask for the YA book club book. If you’d like your book sent to a different branch or to join virtually, please contact Jason at beyerj@dekalblibrary.org
Family (All Ages)
Understanding Georgia’s New K–12 Scholarship Programs
Saturdays, March 8, 15 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
DeKalb County Public Library will partner with Harris Davis Educational Consulting, LLC, to offer three, FREE onehour workshops for parents. Parents will learn about the educational funding opportunities available for the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship (GSNS) and the Promise Scholarship (Voucher) for the 2025–2026 school year. Each session will provide an overview of the programs, eligibility requirements, and the benefits to children. Get your questions answered and gain the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about your child.
Other locations and dates: March 1, 11:00–Noon, Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Library
Lullwater Preserve Hike
Wednesday, March 19
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Join Jason, wildlife ecologist and DeKalb County librarian, for a walk outside in the Lullwater Preserve. Meet at 6:00 p.m. and stay as long as you’d like. Each hiker will receive a free nature-related book. Lullwater Preserve: 1463 Clifton Road NE, Decatur, GA 30033.
All ages Open Mic!
Wednesday, March 26
Family (All Ages)
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Come listen and support your community, or sign up to perform music, poetry, dance, comedy, or pretty much anything.
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, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 0 to 5 years
Learning Spaces provides a quality, structured preschool program during children’s early developmental years. Support for Learning Spaces is provided by United Way of Greater Atlanta and Pollyanna’s Place, Inc.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children
LEGO Club
Mondays, March 10, 24 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 6 to 12 years
Build with other LEGO enthusiasts. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Early Bird Book Club
Wednesday, March 12 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 6 to 8 years
A book club for beginning readers with games and crafts.
Book Worms
Wednesday, March 26 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 8 to 10 years
A book club for early chapter book readers with discussion, games, and crafts.
Tweens and Teens
Women’s History Month Trivia Challenge
Throughout March During Library Hours
Pick up the Women’s History Month Trivia Challenge at the Circulation Desk. Prize awarded for the most correct answers. The deadline to return trivia answers is Monday, March 31, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.
Mental Wellness Monday: Yoga
Monday, March 3 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Ages 11 to 18 years
Relax and unwind with yoga. As part of our Mental Wellness Mondays, The DeKalb UGA Youth Development office will provide yoga for teens.
Wordsmiths Teen Writing Club
Tuesdays, March 4, 18 4:30–5:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Grades 6th to 12th
Learn new techniques to hone creative writing skills and share your work with others. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Self-Defense for Teens
Monday, March 10 4:45–6:00 p.m.
Ages 10 to 18 years
Learn self-discipline, self-defense, and perseverance with Results Central Fitness Center. Participants will also learn how to establish love, respect, and honor for themselves, the community and much more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Just Dance—K-Pop
Thursday, March 27
Ages 12 to 18 years
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.
Opportunity Quest
Saturday, March 29
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
If going to a traditional college or university is not for you, this alternative fair will provide resources on career paths that are obtainable in less than 24 months. Trade school representatives, business owners, and government agencies will be available to speak with you.
Family (All Ages)
8 Legged Scales
Saturday, March 15
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Project LIT Middle Grade Book Club
Tuesday, March 18
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 9 to 13 years
Reptiles, arachnids, amphibians, oh my! Join us as 8 Legged Scales entertain, educate, create curiosity, and eliminate our fears about these creepy, crawly, slithery animals. Participants will get hands-on experience in a safe and secure environment. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Online Programs
Hour of Code Virtual: My Google Logo
Thursday, March 20
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Learn how to customize and animate the Google logo. A Google Meet calendar invitation and the link to the module will be sent to registered patrons the day of the program. Questions? Contact Emilee Gates-Sawicki at 770.482.3821.
Teen Zine: Open Submissions
Through April 18
Ages 12 to 18 years
The theme for this issue is Fanfiction/Fandom. 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.
6:30–7:30 p.m.
Join us as we read and discuss culturally relevant books on topics that influence and affect middle graders and our community. Our March Project LIT DCPL Middle Grade title is: One Big Open Sky by Lesa Cline Ransome. The first 10 people registered will receive a free copy of One Big Open Sky courtesy of DeKalb Library Foundation.
Resilient Reads Book Club
Wednesday, March 26 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Grades 6 through 12
Pick up a subscription pack and participate in discussions involving diverse characters who face life’s ups and downs. This program is in collaboration with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Strong4Life and supported by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Project LIT Young Adult Book Club
Wednesday, March 26 6:00–7:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 14 and up
Join us as we read and discuss culturally relevant books on topics that influence and affect teens, adults, and our community. Our March Project LIT DCPL Young Adult Book Club title is: Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger. The first 10 people registered will receive a free copy of Elatsoe courtesy of DeKalb Library Foundation.