The Open-Source Museum isn't just for showcasing artifacts that people otherwise might not be able to see (much less touch!) themselves. It's also a way to show off our 3D printers and give examples on how a model can look different from an...
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Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling Jul 22, 2026
In the first half of 2026, we've seen several stories leap successfully from the page to the big screen. From Emily Brontë's timeless classic Wuthering Heights to new favorites like People We Meet on Vacation and The Housemaid, audiences continue...
Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling Jul 9, 2026
It’s 6:00 a.m. Your alarm blares. It’s time for another long day at the office. As you rub the crust from your eyes, you automatically reach for your phone and begin to indulge in your first doom scroll of the day. Within minutes, you’re mindlessly...
Personal Enrichment, Maker Machines, Makers, STEM Jul 6, 2026
The artifacts printed for Ancient Greece and Ancient Egypt as part of 8 Countries in 1 Day were such a hit that it was obvious they needed to be kept around. However, their proper location in 309 Creative wasn't created until 2025: the Open-Source...
News, Adults, Family Fun, Kids, Personal Enrichment, Teen Jun 29, 2026
The first half of 2026 has been a whirlwind as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and we're just getting started! Below you'll find information about our featured events commemorating this...
News, Adults, Gardening, Personal Enrichment Jun 15, 2026
Our June Display Case has been set up by the DeKalb County Master Gardeners! The 2026 DeKalb Master Gardeners Annual Garden Walk is right around the corner, and tickets go on sale today, June 15! This year, seven home gardens and one educational...
Adults, Crafts & Hobbies, Gardening, Personal Enrichment Jun 10, 2026
A successful garden doesn't have to begin with an expensive trip to the garden center, and it doesn't have to end when you pick your last tomato! At DeKalb Public Library, we're helping gardeners make the most of every stage of the growing season,...
Personal Enrichment, Maker Machines, Makers Jun 5, 2026
After celebrating Ancient Greece for 2022's 8 Countries in 1 Day, the Tech Desk & Studio Department moved on to Ancient Egypt in 2023. Dozens of artifacts, amulets, and statues were printed for the event, though the majority were...
News, Adults, Family Fun, Kids, Personal Enrichment, Teen Jun 2, 2026
We're thrilled to announce that our After-hours Concert Series is about to begin! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and 94.9 WDKB, each performance is free and open to all ages. We have more than a dozen performances planned for 2026...
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