DEKALB COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Schedule of Programs for Children and Teens February 2025
Inside
Celebrate Stories & Art!
Meet award-winning children’s book illustrator R. Gregory
Christie and then explore an exhibit of his vibrant work.
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Holiday Closings
All branches will be closed on Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents’ Day
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
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
Schedule of Programs for Children and 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.
Toddlers and Preschoolers
Toddler Time
Monday, February 24 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Music, rhymes, activities, and more.
Songs and Stories with Mr. Adam
Wednesday, February 12 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Fun ukulele and guitar music and engaging stories.
Children
Gee’s Bend Quilt Project
Throughout February During Library Hours
Stop in to contribute to our Gee’s Bend-inspired paper quilt.
Heart Scavenger Hunt
Throughout February During Library Hours
Children (All Ages)
Find the hidden hearts in the Children’s Department and win a prize.
Make a Clay Valentine
Saturday, February 1 10:30–11:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 12 years
Use air dry clay to make a Valentine’s Day ornament.
LEGO Afternoon
Wednesday, February 12 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 5 to 10 years
Build LEGO creations with other enthusiasts.
Taylor Swift Bracelet Party
Saturday, February 15 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Ages 7 to 12 years
Join us for friendship bracelet making and music. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Read to a Therapy Dog
Wednesday, February 26 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 11 years
Beginning readers can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog. In partnership with CAREing Paws.
Chamblee Library
4115 Clairmont Road, Chamblee, GA 30341
770.936.1380
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Chamblee Library.
Toddlers and Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Mondays, February 10, 24 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Toddler Time
Tuesdays, February 11, 25 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Music, rhymes, activities, and more.
Children
LEGO Day at Chamblee
Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27 During Library Hours
Ages 5 to 12 years
Create your best LEGO designs.
Valentine Card Palooza @ Chamblee
February 10–14 During Library Hours
Ages 5 to 12 years
Create Valentine’s Day cards to share with loved ones.
Teens
Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons
Saturdays, February 8, 22 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Ages 12 to 18 years
Invite your friends and bring everything you need to play Magic: The Gathering or Dungeons & Dragons.
Clarkston Library
951 N. Indian Creek Drive, Clarkston, GA 30021
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Clarkston Library.
Toddlers
Songs and Stories
Mondays, February 3, 10, 24 2:00–2:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 18 to 36 months
Stories, finger plays, action rhymes, and more.
Children
Art & Wonder: Mini Murals with Ellen Gadberry
Tuesday, February 4 3:00–4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
Join community art teacher and storyteller Ellen Gadberry as she reads Diego: Bigger than Life, and then make a Diego Rivera-inspired mini mural. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Kids Yoga
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 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.
LEGO Club
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
Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27 3:00–4:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 12 years
Play, create, and practice your LEGO engineering skills.
Family (All Ages)
Let’s Make Mashable Art
Wednesday, February 19 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Local artist Meg will guide you through creating new creatures by combining two animals together. 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.
Family (All Ages)
Intergenerational Yoga for Beginners
Wednesdays, February 5, 19 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Instructor Taylor will lead an invigorating yoga session for families with children, adults, and seniors. Bring a mat if you have one.
Valentine’s Day Craft
Wednesday, February 12 5:30–6:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Make an edible creation for Valentine’s Day. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation
Covington Library
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children
Black History Month: Who Invented This? Scavenger Hunt
Throughout February During Library Hours
Ages 6 to 12 years
Search the Children’s Department to find clues to connect inventions with their inventors.
Teens
Teen “Bad” Art Club
Wednesday, February 12 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Ages 13 to 18 years
Spend time after school experimenting with different mediums (paints, pencils, collage, etc.) while enjoying snacks. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
Art in the Neighborhood — Pop Art Hearts
Saturday, February 8
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Noon–2:00 p.m.
Join us to create a roomful of hearts, just in time for Valentine’s Day, using the pop art form.
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, February 3, 10, 24 10:00–10:30 a.m.
Ages 1 to 2 years
Rhymes, stories, and songs.
Preschool Storytime
Mondays, February 3, 10, 24 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Tots and Tales
Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25 10:00–10:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 3 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Books and Babies Storytime
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26 10:00–10:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 0 to 12 months
Stories, rhymes, bubbles, and fun.
Children and Tweens
Family Yoga
Saturdays, February 1, 15 10:00–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 7 years
February 1: Kindness Matters
February 15: Love is in the Air
Led by a certified kids’ yoga instructor. This Raising Resilience program is supported by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Read to a Pet Partner
Mondays, February 3, 24 4:15–5:15 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 12 years
Children can practice their read-aloud skills by reading to gentle therapy dog.
Chess for Beginners
Monday, February 10 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, February 10, 24 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
Some chess experience required. Feedback and coaching will be provided on February 24. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Eager Readers Book Club
Tuesday, February 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, February 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
Bits and Bots
Saturday, February 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, February 25 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 9 to 12 years
Read the month’s selected book and come talk about it with others. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Teens
Rainbow Reads Book Club
Wednesday, February 26 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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.
Doraville Library
3748 Central Avenue, Doraville, GA 30340 770.936.3852
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Books and Babies Storytime
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 0 to 2 years
Stories, rhymes, movement, and songs galore.
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Sensory Play
Friday, February 7 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Ages 2 to 5 years
Sensory play helps kids develop pre-literacy skills through multiple sensory stations.
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.
Dunwoody Library
5339 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Dunwoody Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Storytime with Ms. Ellen
Tuesdays, February 4, 25 10:30–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 5 years
An engaging storytime with songs, rhymes, and more, led by teaching artist and former DeKalb County School District librarian Ellen Gadberry. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Storytime Adventures!
Tuesdays, February 11, 18 10:30–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 5 years
Join us as Ms. Stephanie, reading teacher, literacy advocate, and lover of books, takes children on an adventure filled with stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Support provided by the DeKalb Library Foundation.
Ms. Kelsey’s Yoga for Preschool Children
Saturday, February 8 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
Read to a Therapy Dog
Saturday, February 22 2:00–3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 10 years
Beginning readers can practice their read-aloud skills with a trained therapy dog. In partnership with CAREing Paws.
Teens
How to Organize and Preserve Your Photos
Saturday, February 1 2:00–3:00 p.m.
A fun seminar with practical tips and tools to take control of your digital and physical photo collections. Light refreshments provided.
Weave a Heart for Your Valentine
Friday, February 14 2:00–4:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Make a heart-shaped paper basket that can hold a special note, gift, or candies.
Family
(All Ages)
Dunwoody Community Helpers:
Read with a Cop
Monday, February 24 11:00–11:30 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Stories and activities for our little readers. Presented by the Dunwoody Police Department.
Embry Hills Library
3733 Chamblee-Tucker Road, Chamblee, GA 30341
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Embry Hills Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Wednesday, February 5 10:30–11:15 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Sensory Play
Wednesday, February 12 10:30–11:15 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 1 to 5 years
Sensory play encourages children to engage with all of their senses, which helps to develop language and motor skills.
Building Blocks
Wednesday, February 19 10:30–11:15 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 0 to 24 months
Building Blocks provides an environment for children and caregivers to begin to develop language, motor, and social skills together.
Toddler Time
Wednesday, February 26 10:30–11:15 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 18 to 36 months
Music, rhymes, activities and more.
Tweens and Teens
Figure Skater Craft
Saturday, February 1 1:00–2:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 10 to 18 years
To celebrate National Figure Skater Month, we will read books about figure skaters and craft a keepsake.
Teen Time
Tuesday, February 11 5:00–7:30 p.m.
Ages 13 to 18 years
A space for teens to hang out and socialize, get some homework done, read, play board games, or make a craft.
Family (All Ages)
D.I.Y. Stationery
Tuesday, February 4 6:00–7:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Create personalized stationary for thank you notes or any occasion.
Family Storytime
Wednesday, February 5 1:00–1:45 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Stories, fingerplays, rhymes, music, and movement for the entire family.
Fun Friday
Fridays, February 14, 28 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Activities planned for families to interact and engage with other families that are home for the day. Activities will range from movies, to game days, crafts, experiments, and more.
Gumdrop Architecture
Saturday, February 15 1:00–2:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Come together to create a gumdrop community for National Gumdrop Day.
Rainbow Fish Craft
Tuesday, February 25 6:00–7:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Create a colorful rainbow fish to take home.
Flat Shoals Library
4022 Flat Shoals Parkway, Decatur, GA 30034 404.244.4370
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Flat Shoals Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Building Blocks
Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18 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.
Toddler Painting
Friday, February 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 painting.
Parent and Me Yoga
Thursday, February 27 11:30 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 5 years
Practice breathwork and yoga poses while enjoying a story, with yoga instructor Cheetara. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Teens
Hour of Code
Wednesdays, February 5, 19 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Ages 12 and up
Practice coding Blocks, JavaScript, or Python using our mobile lab.
Family (All Ages)
Movies at the Library
February 18, 19, 20, 21 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Enjoy snacks and create a craft while watching a fun movie. Film showings are 1:00–3:00 p.m.
February 18: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018). Rated PG. 1h 57m.
February 19: The Princess and the Frog (2009). Rated G. 1h 37m.
February 20: Soul (2020). Rated PG. 1h 30m.
February 21: Black Panther (2018). Rated PG-13. 2h 15m.
Gresham Library
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Wednesday, February 12 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Family (All Ages)
Valentine’s Day Craft
Saturday, February 8 Noon–1:30 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Create a craft to give to your loved one.
Board Game Day
Saturday, February 22 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Enjoy playing one of the library’s board games or bring your own.
Hairston Crossing Library
4911 Redan Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30088 404.508.7170
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Hairston Crossing Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Sensory Playtime
Saturday, February 1 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.
Toddler Storytime
Mondays, February 3, 10, 24 10:00–10:30 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Preschool Storytime
Mondays, February 3, 10, 24 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Children
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Throughout February During Library Hours
Ages 3 to 10 years
Learn about notable Black figures as you search for clues in the Children’s Department. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
LEGO Night
Wednesday, February 19 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Ages 5 to 12 years
Build LEGO creations with other enthusiasts.
Teens
Teen Blind Date with a Book
Throughout February During Library Hours
Ages 13 to 17 years
Find your dream book using a few tantalizing hints.
Lithonia-Davidson
Library
6821 Church Street, Lithonia, GA 30058
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the LithoniaDavidson Library.
Family
(All Ages)
Popcorn & Movie
Saturday, February 8 1:00–3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024). Rated PG-13. 1h 55m.
Northlake-Barbara Loar Library
3772 LaVista Road, Tucker, GA 30084
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Northlake-Barbara Loar Library.
Babies and Toddlers
Baby Babbles Storytime
Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25 9:30–10:00 a.m.
0 to 18 months
Storytelling, music, and playtime.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
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
Early Readers Storytime
Saturdays, February 1, 15 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 7 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, February 4, 18 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Building Blocks
Fridays, February 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.
Children, Tweens, and Teens
Blind Date with a Book: YA Edition
Throughout February During Library Hours
Ages 13 and up
Choose from various genres and get book swag while supplies last. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Just Dance — K-Pop
Thursday, February 13 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 12 to 18 years
Dance to some of your favorite K-Pop hits. K-Pop giveaways and Korean snacks will be available for all program participants.
LEGO STEAM: Wrecking Ball
Wednesday, February 19 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 7 to 15 years
Put your engineering skills to the test and create a LEGO structure to withstand the wrecking ball. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation
Hour of Code: Balloon Burst Game
Thursday, February 20 3:30–4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
Create a simple carnival game using Hour of Code.
Family (All Ages)
Family Board Game Night
Monday, February 10 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Play classic and new board games.
No-Sew Heart Pillows
Tuesday, February 11 3:30–4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Create a soft felt pillow using an easy no-sew method.
Transfer and Paint Workshop: Self-Care
Wednesday, February 19 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Transfer a design of your choosing onto cardboard for painting. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation
February Break Movies
February 20, 21 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Bring your lunch or light snack and enjoy a movie.
February 20: Luca (2021). Rated PG. 1h 42m.
February 21: Encanto (2021). Rated PG. 1h 42m.
Salem-Panola Library
5137 Salem Road, Stonecrest, GA 30038 770.987.6900
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Salem-Panola Library.
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Sensory Play
Saturday, February 15 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, February 4, 11, 18 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 5 and up
Build fun LEGO creations. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Tweens and Teens
Graphic Novel Club
Monday, February 3 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Ages 8 to 12 years
Hang out with other graphic novel fans to discuss your favorites and make crafts.
Anime Club
Tuesday, February 4 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Ages 13 to 17 years
Hype up your favorite anime and manga at the library.
Family (All Ages)
Guided Garden Walk
Tuesday, February 4 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Family (All Ages)
Walk the branch’s garden with staff and learn about edible and non-edible plants.
Family Storytime
Saturday, February 15 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Family (All Ages)
Stories, rhymes, 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, February 3, 10, 24 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Saturdays, February 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. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Learning Spaces
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 0 to 5 years
Learning Spaces is a free preschool program that gets children ready for school. It’s a place to connect, grow, and learn. Support for Learning Spaces is provided by DeKalb Library Foundation, United Way of Greater Atlanta, and Pollyanna’s Place, Inc.
Children, Tweens, and Teens
LEGO Club
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26
Ages 5 and up
Build imaginative creations with LEGO pieces.
Kids Yoga
Thursdays, February 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. This Raising Resilience program is supported by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Homeschool Drop-In
Fridays, February 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, February 13 3:30–4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 7 to 10 years
Hand sew a cute creation to take home. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Kids Punch & Paint
Saturday, February 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.
Beginning Reader Book Club
Monday, February 24 3:30–4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 6 to 8 years
Read a book together, eat snacks, and do an activity. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
Open Mic Night
Monday, February 3 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Bring an original poem, writing, or song to share with the community.
Cartoons and Pancakes
Saturday, February 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
404.508.7174
Children, Tweens, and Teens
Mind Bubble Tutoring
Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Thursdays, February 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.
LEGO Constructors
Thursdays, February 6, 20 11:00–11:45 a.m.
Ages 3 to 6 years
Build towers, houses, and other cool structures using LEGOs.
Nintendo Switch Night
Friday, February 21 2:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 8 to 16 years
Play some of the most popular video games. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Family (All Ages)
Who’s Got Game?
Monday, February 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, February 5, 12, 19, 26 10:30–11:00 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26 11:15–11:45 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children, Tweens, and Teens
I Spy at the Library
February 8–22 During Library Hours
Ages 3 to 12 years
Pick up a worksheet at the Circulation Desk and see how many items you can find. Prizes available while supplies last.
DIY Friendship Bracelets
Saturday, February 8 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 6 to 14 years
Create a friendship bracelet for yourself or a loved one.
Kids Punch & Paint
Tuesday, February 11 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Ages 5 years and up
Paint a picture while enjoying some punch.
LEGO Club
Saturday, February 22 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Ages 5 to 12 years
Use your imagination with LEGO.
Family (All Ages)
Family Game Night
Tuesdays, February 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 770.482.3828
Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Stonecrest Library.
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Family (All Ages)
Hiking Storytime
Saturday, February 15 10:30–11:45 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
An interactive storytime on the move outdoors. Meet at the gazebo outside Stonecrest Library.
R. Gregory Christie and His Amazing Illustrations
Saturday, February 15 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Arabia Reads is proud to welcome children’s book illustrator R. Gregory Christie. He will read from Nana’s New Soul Food, the most recent book to feature his illustrations, and share his vibrant artwork in an exhibit in the Children’s Department.
Family Board Games
Wednesday, February 19 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Play board games for kids and families.
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, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Books and Babies Storytime
Mondays, February 3, 10, 24 10:30–11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 0 to 18 months
Stories, rhymes, bubbles, and fun.
Toddler Storytime
Mondays, February 3, 10, 24 11:30 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26 10:30–11:15 a.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs and more.
Children
Kid Crafternoon: Lightbulb
Tuesday, February 4 3:30–4:15 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 8 years
Create a Lewis Howard Latimer lightbulb in honor of Black History Month.
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Tweens
Graphic Novel Fan Club
Wednesday, February 19 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 9 to 12 years
Chat about your favorite graphic novels, make crafts, play games, and enjoy snacks.
Curious Minds STEM Club: Lunar Lander Model
Wednesday, February 26 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 9 to 12 years
Exciting monthly experiments to enhance your science, technology, engineering, and math skills.
Family (All Ages)
Family Yoga
Saturday, February 8 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Playful poses, engaging mindfulness games, breath work, meditation, and more. Taught by certified kids’ yoga instructor and educator.
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, February 4, 11, 18, 25 9:30–10:00 a.m.
Ages 18 to 36 months
Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.
Musical Mother Goose
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26 9:30–10:00 a.m.
Ages 0 to 24 months
Fingerplays, rhymes, and songs.
Children
Eager Readers Book Club
Wednesday, February 12 4:00–5:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 5 to 6 years
A book club for beginner readers with discussion, activities, and snacks.
Teens
Young Adult Graphic Novel Book Club
Wednesday, February 12 6:00–7:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 13 to 15 years
DPS Only! By Xiao Tong Kong. Come for discussion, an activity, and snacks, and take home a free graphic novel.
Family (All Ages)
Mason Mill Hike
Wednesday, February 19 6:00–7:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family (All Ages)
Join Jason, wildlife ecologist and DeKalb County Librarian, for a walk in the wild. Each hiker will receive a free naturerelated book. Meet in the parking lot by the tennis courts at Mason Mill Park, 1340 McConnell Drive, Decatur, GA 30033.
All Ages Open Mic
Wednesday, February 26 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Come listen and support your community, or sign up to perform music, poetry, dance, or comedy.
Wesley Chapel-
William 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, February 3, 10, 24 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Ages 0 to 5 years
Learning Spaces is a free preschool program that gets children ready for school. It’s a place to connect, grow, and learn. Support for Learning Spaces is provided by United Way of Greater Atlanta and Pollyanna’s Place, Inc.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18 11:00–11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 to 5 years
Stories, songs, and more.
Children and Tweens
Plot Buddies
Saturdays, February 1, 15 11:00 a.m.–Noon
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
A club for beginning and aspiring young writers to develop their writing technique and share their work with others.
Early Bird Book Club
Wednesday, February 5 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 6 to 8 years
A book club for beginning readers with games and crafts.
LEGO Club
Mondays, February 10, 24 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 6 to 12 years
Build with other LEGO enthusiasts. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.
Book Worms
Wednesday, February 19 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Ages 8 to 10 years
A book club for early chapter book readers with discussion, games, and crafts.
Teens
Black History Month Trivia Challenge
Throughout February During Library Hours
Ages 13 and up
Pick up the Black History Month Trivia Challenge at the Circulation Desk. Prize awarded for the most correct answers.
Speed Puzzling Competition
Saturday, February 1
12:20–2:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 1 2:20–4:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 11 and up
See online events calendar for details about entering the competition.
Mental Wellness Monday: Yoga
Monday, February 3 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Ages 11 to 18 years
Relax and unwind with a yoga session provided by the DeKalb UGA Youth Development Office.
The Wordsmiths Teen Writing Club
Tuesdays, February 4, 18 4:30–5:15 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Grades 6 through 12
Learn new techniques to hone creative writing skills, and share your work with others.
African American Authors Book Discussion
Mondays, February 10, 24 5:15–6:15 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 11 to 18 years
Discuss books featuring Black lives, written by Black authors. This month’s theme is how Black authors have redefined what it means to be a hero. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation
February 10: Middle-grade selection (ages 11 to 14 years): Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun by Tola Okogwu.
February 24: Young adult selection (ages 14 to 18 years): The Second Chance of Darius Logan by David F. Walker.
Family (All Ages)
Juvenile Jubilee of Reading
Saturday, February 22 10:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Family (All Ages)
Celebrate the love of stories, books, and reading with African American Children’s authors and illustrators who live in Georgia. Featured authors and illustrators will also sell and sign their books. While you’re there, enjoy snacks and make a fun craft. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation. Please visit our online events calendar to see the list of featured authors.
Just Dance — K-Pop
Thursday, February 27 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Ages 12 to 18 years
Dance to some of your favorite K-Pop hits. K-Pop giveaways and Korean snacks will be available for all program participants.
Online Programs
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.
Anime Club
Monday, February 3 5:00–6:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 12 to 18 years
Join other fans to watch and discuss anime, talk about comics and manga, and have fun.
Hour of Code Virtual: 3D T-Rex Game
Thursday, February 6 3:30–4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ages 8 to 12 years
Use Hour of Code to create a 3D T-Rex game.