Calendar of Events for Children and Teens - November 2023

DEKALB COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY Schedule of Programs for Children and Teens

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Youth Services Staff Brookhaven Mandy Finch Chamblee Kim Chamberlain Kristi Gregory Clarkston Jordan Curtis County Line-Ellenwood Angela Morris Covington Kristi Henry Decatur Colleen Ferketish Mia Manekofsky Lauren Tennyson Doraville Austin Dalbo Sloane Frederick

Schedule of Programs for Children and Teens Table of Contents 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, 100 Books Before Graduation, StoryLine, Raising Resilience, and DeKalb Library Foundation...............1 Branch programs..........................................................................................................3 Online programs........................................................................................................ 13 Library locations, hours, and map.....................................................back cover

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Dunwoody Nicole Hercules-Provence Embry Hills Erica Luke Flat Shoals Jessica Jackson

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Gresham Kimberly Hall Hairston Crossing Jill Girardeau Lithonia-Davidson Wendy Herbert Northlake-Barbara Loar Alyssa Williams Redan-Trotti Emilee Sawicki Salem-Panola Courtney Nix Ashley Walker Scott Candler Ruthie Metzler

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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.

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Take in a play, go see the evolution of technology, and immerse yourself in Atlanta’s history with one of the new passes now available at the library.

School Tools to Give You a Boost Practice Reading Skills On-Demand Tutoring, Homework Help, Test Prep, and More eBooks and Audiobooks

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It’s filled with fun activities for kids of all ages.

Organize Research and Projects Tablets with Pre-Loaded Learning Apps Read-Along Picture Books

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Clarkston Library

951 N. Indian Creek Drive, Clarkston, GA 30021

Brookhaven Library

1242 N. Druid Hills Road, Atlanta, GA 30319

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Clarkston Library.

678.858.3905

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Brookhaven Library.

Children Outdoor Kids’ Yoga

Children

Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 29

4:15–5:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

LEGO Afternoon Wednesday, November 1

404.508.7175

3:30–4:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 6 to 12 years Weather permitting. Mats provided. This is a Raising Resilience program with support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Ages 5 to 10 years LEGO bricks provided.

County Line-Ellenwood Library 4331 River Road, Ellenwood, GA 30294

Chamblee Library

4115 Clairmont Road, Chamblee, GA 30341

770.936.1380

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the County LineEllenwood Library.

Family (All Ages)

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Chamblee Library.

Family Storytime

Toddlers and Preschoolers

Saturday, November 25

Preschool Storytime Tuesdays, November 14, 28

10:30–11:00 a.m.

Ages 3 to 5 years Stories, songs, and more. Open to first 10 participants.

Stories and rhymes, along with music and movement.

3500 Covington Highway, Decatur, GA 30032

11:30 a.m.–Noon

Ages 18 to 36 months Music, rhymes, activities, and more. Open to first 10 participants.

Children

Ages 5 to 12 years Create your best LEGO designs.

404.508.7180

Family (All Ages) Art in the Neighborhood – Painting Saturday, November 4

Noon–2:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Family (All Ages)

LEGO Day at Chamblee Thursdays, November 2, 9, 16, 30

11:00–11:45 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Covington Library

Toddler Time Tuesdays, November 14, 28

404.241.1668

During Library Hours

Create an exquisite autumn painting that captures the beauty of the season, with artist Randa Wilburn.

Saturday Afternoon Movie Saturday, November 25

2:00–3:30 p.m.

Family (All Ages) The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023). Rated PG. 1h 32m.

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Decatur Library

215 Sycamore Street, Decatur, GA 30030

Children 404.370.3070

Eager Readers Book Club

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

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.

Books and Babies Storytime Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 29

Tuesday, November 14

10:00–10:30 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Thankful to Be Me: A Gratitude Yoga Class Wednesday, November 15

Ages 0 to 12 months

5:00–6:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Stories, rhymes, songs, bubbles, and fun.

Ages 5 to 12 years

Sensory Saturday

Led by yoga instructor Ashley Cocchi-Miller. Mats provided or you can bring your own.

Saturdays, November 4, 18

10:00–11:00 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Bits and Bots Saturday, November 18

Ages 18 months to 5 years

3:00–4:00 p.m.

Activities that engage the senses and develop language and motor skills.

Ages 7 to 12 years

Toddler Storytime

Explore robotics and electronics. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27

10:00–10:30 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Book Buddies Book Club

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 1 to 2 years

Tuesday, November 21

Rhymes, stories, and songs. Register the morning of the storytime in the Children’s Department.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 7 to 8 years

Preschool Storytime Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27

11:00–11:30 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

A book group for early chapter book readers with discussion, games, and crafts. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Ages 3 to 5 years

Book Bunch Book Club

Stories, songs, and more. Register the morning of the storytime in the Children’s Department.

Tuesday, November 28

10:00–10:30 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 9 to 12 years Register in the Children’s Department or call the branch.

Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Ages 2 to 5 years Stories, songs, and more.

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4:00–5:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Tots and Tales Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

4:00–5:00 p.m.

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Dunwoody Library

Books Plus Book Club Tuesday, November 14

4:00–5:00 p.m.

5339 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road Dunwoody, GA 30338

770.512.4640

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Dunwoody Library.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Toddlers and Preschoolers

Ages 12 to 17 years Register in the Children’s Department or call the branch.

Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Toddler Time Mondays and Wednesdays, November 1, 13, 15, 20, 22, 29

Rainbow Reads Book Club Wednesday, November 29

4:00–5:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 14 to 18 years

Ages 18 to 36 months Music, rhymes, activities, and more. Open to first 30 participants. Groups of 5 or more, call branch for appointment.

Preschool Storytime

A book club for LGBTQ+ high school students and allies, with discussion, activities, and snacks. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Wednesdays, November 1, 15, 22, 29

3748 Central Avenue, Doraville, GA 30340

Ages 3 to 5 years

770.936.3852

Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers

Children Afternoon Crafts

Books and Babies Storytime

Thursday, November 2 10:30–11:00 a.m.

Ages 5 to 10 years

Stories, rhymes, movement, and songs galore.

Monthly stories and crafts.

Read to a Therapy Dog

Preschool Storytime Ages 3 to 5 years Stories, songs, and more.

3:30–4:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 0 to 2 years

Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27

11:00–11:30 a.m.

Stories, songs, and more. Open to first 30 participants.

Groups of 5 or more, call branch for appointment.

Doraville Library

Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

10:30–11:00 a.m.

10:30–11:00 a.m.

Saturdays, November 4, 18

2:00–3:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 5 to 10 years Beginning readers can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog. In partnership with CAREing Paws.

LEGO Club Thursday, November 16

3:30–4:30 p.m.

Ages 5 to 10 years Play and create. Open to first 15 participants.

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Family (All Ages) Art Exhibit – Works by Georgia Artists Throughout November

During Library Hours

Family (All Ages) Presented by the Dunwoody Fine Arts Association. For more information, visit the DFAA website at www.dunwoodyfineart.org.

Dunwoody Community Helpers: Read with a Cop Monday, November 27 Family (All Ages) Presented by the Dunwoody Police Department. Open to first 30 participants.

3733 Chamblee-Tucker Road, Chamblee, GA 30341

Thursday, November 2

770.270.8230

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Embry Hills Library.

Family (All Ages) Hear incredible stories and meet some amazing groundbreakers. Presented by Bright Star Children’s Theatre with support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Monday, November 27 Family (All Ages)

Stories, fingerplays, rhymes, music, and movement.

Flat Shoals Library

4022 Flat Shoals Parkway, Decatur, GA 30034

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Flat Shoals Library.

Preschool Storytime 10:30–11:30 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 1 to 5 years Children will engage with all of their senses, which helps to develop language and motor skills. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Pajama Storytime 6:30–7:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Tuesday, November 14 Ages 3 to 5 years

Stories, songs, and more. Groups of 5 or more, please call for an appointment.

Teens Craft Corner Throughout November

10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Stop by the Circulation Desk for supplies and the Craft Corner will be set up for you. Limited to six participants.

Stories and songs. Wear PJs and bring stuffed friends.

Family (All Ages)

Family (All Ages)

Cards for Seniors

Storytime @ Embry Hills Library 10:30–11:30 a.m.

During Library Hours

Stop by our Craft Station to decorate a holiday card for senior citizens in a local nursing care facility. Supplies provided.

Family (All Ages) Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.

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Throughout November Family (All Ages)

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

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10:30–11:15 a.m.

Ages 12 to 18 years

Ages 3 to 5 years

Wednesdays, November 1, 15

404.244.4370

Preschoolers

Sensory Play

Tuesday, November 28

1:00–2:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Preschoolers Wednesday, November 8

3:00–3:45 p.m.

Family Storytime

10:30–11:00 a.m.

Embry Hills Library

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Thanksgiving Card Craft Saturday, November 18

Cardboard Creations: Box Robots 2:00–3:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Monday, November 27

3:00–4:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Family (All Ages)

Ages 10 to 14 years

Create a Thanksgiving card to give to a special person.

Use recycled materials to make your own box robot. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Hairston Crossing Library 4911 Redan Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30088

404.508.7170

3772 LaVista Road, Tucker, GA 30084

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Hairston Crossing Library.

Toddlers

Toddler Storytime 10:30–11:00 a.m.

Toddler Time Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 18 to 36 months

Ages 18 to 36 months

Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.

Music, rhymes, activities, and more.

Preschool Storytime Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 29

404.679.4408

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Northlake-Barbara Loar Library.

Toddlers and Preschoolers Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 29

Northlake-Barbara Loar Library

11:00–11:30 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Family (All Ages) Family Game Day Saturday, November 25

Ages 3 to 5 years

10:15–10:45 a.m.

11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Stories, songs, and more.

Family (All Ages)

Sensory Playtime

Some games will be provided, but participants can also bring their own games.

Mondays, November 6, 13, 27

10:30–11:00 a.m.

Redan-Trotti Library

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 1 to 5 years

1569 Wellborn Road, Lithonia, GA 30058

Activities that engage the senses and develop language and motor skills.

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Redan-Trotti Library.

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LEGO STEAM Build Challenge

LEGO Club Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 28

4:00–5:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 5 and up Play, create, and practice your engineering skills.

770.482.3821

Wednesday, November 15

3:30–4:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 7 to 15 years Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

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Family (All Ages) Homeschool, Homework, and Hangout Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

3:30–4:30 p.m.

Scott Candler Library 1917 Candler Road, Decatur, GA 30032

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Scott Candler Library.

Family (All Ages) Homeschool parents and students are welcome to gather in the Children’s Department to meet other homeschoolers.

Salem-Panola Library

5137 Salem Road, Stonecrest, GA 30038

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Salem-Panola Library.

Preschoolers Preschool Storytime Tuesdays, November 7, 14

Toddlers and Preschoolers Sensory Play Saturdays, November 4, 18 Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27

770.987.6900

10:00–10:30 a.m.

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.

Preschool Storytime Wednesdays, November 8, 15, 29

10:30–11:00 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Stories, songs, and more. Groups of 5 or more, please call for an appointment.

Ages 3 to 5 years Stories, songs, and more.

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Children, Tweens, and Teens

Cardboard Creations: Box Robots

Let’s Get Creative 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Monday, November 6

3:00–4:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 10 to 14 years

Ages 5 and Up Create fun works of art to display at home or in our gallery.

Anime & Manga Club Tuesday, November 14

2:30–3:30 p.m.

10:30–11:30 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 3 to 5 years

Tuesday, November 14

404.286.6986

5:00–6:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Use recycled materials to make your own box robot. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

LEGO Club Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

3:00–4:00 p.m.

Ages 5 and up

Ages 12 to 17 years Hype up your favorite anime and manga at the library.

Use your imagination with LEGO. Open to first 10 participants.

Read to Baxter the Therapy Dog Wednesdays, November 8, 15

3:00–4:30 p.m.

Ages 5 to 12 years Beginning readers can practice their skills with a trained therapy dog. Open to the first 9 kids.

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Kids Punch & Paint Saturday, November 18

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, November 4

10:30–11:30 a.m.

Family (All Ages) Watch cartoons and eat breakfast with your family. Pancakes will contain dairy, egg, and wheat, and other potential allergens.

Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation. Open to first 20 participants.

Finding Peace: A Family Yoga Class Saturday, November 25

10:30–11:15 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Children, Tweens, and Teens One-on-One Tutoring Thursdays, November 2, 16 Tuesdays, November 7, 14 Ages 5 to 18 years Homework help and one-on-one tutoring by trained tutors.

Registration is not required, but space is limited. Space provided by Tobie Grant Recreation Center.

The Creation Corner: An Art Workshop Series Thursday, November 9

3:30–4:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 6 to 12 years Create a mixed media collage. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation. Space provided by Tobie Grant Recreation Center.

STEM Egg Drop Challenge Tuesday, November 14

Family (All Ages)

2:30–4:30 p.m.

4:00–6:00 p.m.

3:30–4:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Taught by certified kids’ yoga instructor. Mats provided or you can bring your own. This is a Raising Resilience program with support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Ages 8 to 12 years

Scottdale-Tobie Grant Homework Center

Switch Night: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

593 Parkdale Drive, Scottdale, GA 30079

404.508.7174

Wednesday, November 29

4:00–6:00 p.m.

Ages 8 to 16 years

Preschoolers

Battle with your favorite video game characters on the Nintendo Switch. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

LEGO Constructors Thursdays, November 2, 16

Build structures to protect eggs as they fall from great heights. Space provided by Tobie Grant Recreation Center.

Support provided by DeKalb County Library Foundation.

11:00–11:45 a.m.

Family (All Ages)

Ages 3 to 6 years Build using LEGOs. Open to first 10 participants. Groups of 5 or more, call branch for an appointment.

Who’s Got Game?

Monday, November 13

4:00–6:00 p.m.

Family (All Ages) Play some of your favorite board games.

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and select a writing prompt. Return your completed creative writing piece to the branch by November 30.

Stone MountainSue 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

Family Game Night Tuesdays, November 7, 21

4:00–4:00 p.m.

Family (All Ages) Bring your favorite game to share, or come play one of ours.

Open to first 20 participants.

Toddler Storytime Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

10:30–11:00 a.m.

Legends of Cherokee History

Ages 18 to 36 months

Tuesday, November 21

Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more. Groups of 5 or more, call branch for appointment.

Family (All Ages)

Children, Tweens, and Teens

11:00–11:45 a.m.

Explore Cherokee history through real-life tales of courage, conflict, and determination. Registration not required, but space is limited. Presented by Bright Star Children’s Theatre with support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Saturday Crafts Saturday, November 4

10:30–11:30 a.m.

Ages 5 to 10 years Monthly stories and crafts for school age children. Open to the first 10 participants. Groups of 5 or more, call branch for appointment.

LEGO Club Saturday, November 18

2:30–3:30 p.m.

Ages 6 to 12 years Use your imagination with LEGO. Open to first 15 participants.

3123 Klondike Road, Stonecrest, GA 30038

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Stonecrest Library.

Preschoolers Preschool Storytime Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

Stories, songs, and more.

4:00–5:00 p.m.

Books, discussion, and activities. Open to first 8 participants.

Children Wet Weather Roofs Challenge Wednesday, November 15

Family (All Ages)

5:30–6:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Write Me a Story 2023 During Library Hours

Family (All Ages)

Ages 6 to 10 years Participants will design, build, and test a roof to protect a model house from wet and stormy weather.

In recognition of National Novel Writing Month, come by

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11:00–11:30 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 5 to 6 years

Throughout November

770.482.3828

Ages 3 to 5 years

Eager Readers Book Club Tuesday, November 28

Stonecrest Library

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Read to a Therapy Dog

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.

Preschool Storytime 10:30–11:00 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 5 to 12 years

Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Library 5234 LaVista Road, Tucker, GA 30084

Energetic stories, songs, and more.

Babies and Toddlers

Toddler Time 11:30 a.m.–Noon

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Musical Mother Goose Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

9:30–10:00 a.m.

Ages 0 to 24 months

Ages 18 to 36 months

Fingerplays, rhymes, and songs.

Music, rhymes, activities, and more.

Tales for Twos

Books and Baby Storytime Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27

770.270.8234

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Library.

Ages 3 to 5 years

Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27

3:00–4:30 p.m.

Beginning readers can practice their skills with a trained therapy dog that loves listening to stories.

Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Thursday, November 30

10:30–11:00 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

9:30–10:00 a.m.

Ages 18 to 36 months Finger plays, action rhymes, stories, and more.

Ages 0 to 18 months Stories, songs, bubbles, and fun.

Children, Tweens, and Teens

Sensory Play Tuesday, November 28

Book Buddies Book Club

10:30–11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, November 8

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 1 to 5 years

4:00–5:00 p.m.

Ages 6 to 9 years

Sensory play builds cognitive skills through the exploration of the senses in an unstructured environment.

Children

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 6 to 10 years Learn to weave small tapestries.

Discussion, activities, and snacks for early chapter book readers.

Read to a Pet Partner

Crafty Club Tuesday, November 21

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Tuesday, November 21 4:00–5:15 p.m.

3:00–4:20 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 5 to 12 years Children can practice their read-aloud skills by reading to two excellent canine listeners from Pet Partners.

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Preschool Paints

Young Adult Graphic Novel Book Club Wednesday, November 29

Tuesday, November 14

6:00–7:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 2 to 5 years

Animal Farm: The Graphic Novel by George Orwell and Odyr.

Wear clothes that can get a little messy. Support provided

by DeKalb Library Foundation and Friends of the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library.

Family (All Ages)

Children and Tweens

Ages 13 to 18 years

Homeschool Hangout

Nature Hike Wednesday, November 8

6:00–7:30 p.m.

Family (All Ages) Join Jason, wildlife ecologist and Tucker librarian, on a hike through nature at Henderson Park. Meet in the parking lot near the playground at 4000 Henderson Park Road in Tucker.

2861 Wesley Chapel Road. Decatur, GA 30034

Meet other homeschool families as we play games and do activities and homework.

Fall Colors Painting Tuesday, November 7 Ages 6 to 12 years

404.286.6980

Wear clothes that can get a little messy. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation and Friends of Wesley ChapelWilliam C. Brown Library.

LEGO Club Mondays, November 13, 27

Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers

3:30–4:30 p.m.

Ages 6 to 12 years

Learning Spaces 10:00 a.m.–Noon

Open to the first 10 participants.

Early Bird Book Club

Ages 0 to 5 years The multigenerational initiative provides a quality, formal preschool experience for children during their early developmental years. Support for Learning Spaces is provided

by United Way of Greater Atlanta and Pollyanna’s Place, Inc.

Preschool Storytime Tuesdays, November 7, 21, 28

3:30–4:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Funding provided in part by the Friends of the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library.

Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27

2:00–4:00 p.m.

Ages 6 to 12 years

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Wesley ChapelWilliam C. Brown Library

Thursday, November 2

Wednesday, November 29 REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 6 to 8 years A monthly book club for beginning readers with discussion, games, and crafts.

11:00–11:30 a.m.

Ages 3 to 5 years Stories, songs, and more. Groups of 5 or more, call branch for appointment.

3:30–4:30 p.m.

Teens Teen Hangout Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 29

4:00–5:30 p.m.

Ages 13 to 18 years Games, movies, crafts, and activities for after school.

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DEKALB COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Virtual Teen Advisory Board

Book Warriors: YA Book Club Tuesday, November 14

4:00–5:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Read and discuss YA books featuring diverse and underrepresented characters.

DIY Holiday Ribbon Wreath 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 14 to 18 years

100 Books Before Graduation Support Group Monday, November 6

Make a handmade wreath for the holidays. Support provided

by DeKalb Library Foundation and Friends of the Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library.

Family (All Ages)

Ages 13 to 18 years Learn about new and upcoming books, get recommendations, and chat about your favorite (and least favorite) reads. Teens can sign up for the 100 Books Before Graduation Challenge at dekalblibrary.beanstack.org. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation.

Marvel & DC Comic Book Superhero Action Figures Exhibit

Project LIT DCPL Young Adult Book Club – Furia

During library hours

Curated by local artist Bonita Davis. The November display focuses on Marvel comics.

Monday, November 6

6:00–7:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 14 to Adult Furia by Yamile Saied Méndez. The first 15 people registered will receive a free copy courtesy of DeKalb Library Foundation.

Online Programs

Anime Club

Teen Zine: Open Submissions

Monday, November 13

Through November 17 Ages 12 to 18 years

5:00–6:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Submit your art and writing to be published in Between the Stacks. The fall issue theme is Science Fiction & Fantasy.

Submissions must be your own original work. Support provided by DeKalb Library Foundation. Find more information in online events calendar.

Ages 12 to 18 years

Inktober: Final Week Show and Share

Tuesday, November 14

Thursday, November 2

5:00–6:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 13 and up

Throughout November

3:30–4:30 p.m.

Lend your voice on teen library services, promoting and implementing library programs, and more. Interested in joining? Apply at link in online events calendar.

Ages 13 to 18 years

Saturday, November 18

Saturday, November 4

Join other fans to watch and discuss anime, talk about comics and manga, and have fun.

Digital Creation Club

3:30–4:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 13 and up Come meet with us virtually to show off your Inktober art and see what others are making.

5:00–6:30 p.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ages 10 to 17 years Create digital art, 3D models, film, or animation based on the theme for the month. Attend in person at Stonecrest Library or attend from home using online software.

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DeKalb County Public Library Locations and Hours MAIN LIBRARY Decatur 215 Sycamore Street Decatur, GA 30030 404.370.3070 9 a.m.–9 p.m.

9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Brookhaven

1242 N. Druid Hills Road Atlanta, GA 30319 678.858.3905 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon. & Tues.

Wed.–Sat.

Chamblee

4115 Clairmont Road Chamblee, GA 30341 770.936.1380 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Clarkston

Embry Hills

3733 Chamblee-Tucker Road Chamblee, GA 30341 770.270.8230 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon. & Tues.

Wed.–Sat.

Flat Shoals

4022 Flat Shoals Parkway Decatur, GA 30034 404.244.4370 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Gresham

2418 Gresham Road SE Atlanta, GA 30316 404.244.4374 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon. & Tues.

Wed.–Sat.

Hairston Crossing

Scott Candler

Tucker-Reid H. Cofer

10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

1917 Candler Road Decatur, GA 30032 404.286.6986

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Wesley ChapelWilliam C. Brown

10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

952 Leon Street Stone Mountain, GA 30083 770.413.2020 Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Stonecrest

3123 Klondike Road Stonecrest, GA 30038 770.482.3828 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams

County Line-Ellenwood

Lithonia-Davidson

10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

4331 River Road Ellenwood, GA 30294 404.241.1668

6821 Church Street Lithonia, GA 30058 770.482.3820

Covington

Northlake-Barbara Loar

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

3500 Covington Highway Decatur, GA 30032 404.508.7180 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Doraville

3748 Central Avenue Doraville, GA 30340 770.936.3852 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Noon–8 p.m.

Closed

Mon., Wed., Thurs. & Sat. Tuesday Friday

Dunwoody

5339 ChambleeDunwoody Road Dunwoody, GA 30338 770.512.4640 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Mon. & Tues.

Wed.–Sat.

3772 LaVista Road Tucker, GA 30084 404.679.4408 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Redan-Trotti

1569 Wellborn Road Lithonia, GA 30058 770.482.3821 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Salem-Panola

5137 Salem Road Stonecrest, GA 30038 770.987.6900 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

Stone MountainSue Kellogg

4911 Redan Road Stone Mountain, GA 30088 404.508.7170

951 N. Indian Creek Drive Clarkston, GA 30021 404.508.7175

5234 LaVista Road Tucker, GA 30084 770.270.8234

1282 McConnell Drive Decatur, GA 30033 404.679.4404

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

2861 Wesley Chapel Road Decatur, GA 30034 404.286.6980

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Sat.

HOMEWORK CENTER Scottdale-Tobie Grant 593 Parkdale Drive Scottdale, GA 30079 404.508.7174 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Mon.–Wed. Thurs.–Fri. Sat.