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Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale
Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale
The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Summer Book Sale! Join us during the library’s opening hours in the lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and paperbacks — children’s and teen’s books, fiction, history, science, art, film, cookbooks, gardening, biographies, mysteries, science fiction, and more. There’s a […]
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5 events,
Modern Pop Art Workshop with NY Artist Michael Albert
Modern Pop Art Workshop with NY Artist Michael Albert
Everyone can enjoy artist Michael Albert’s famous, hands-On, recycled Pop Art workshop! After a mini presentation about pop art, there will be a hands-on workshop, followed by a poster giveaway and signing. Albert will offer signed prints, post cards, and bookmarks. New York artist Michael Albert is bringing his nationally renowned “Modern Pop Art Experience” […]
Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library again! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten. Tuesday […]
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great […]
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Story Time at Huntley Park
Story Time at Huntley Park
Join John and Laura for outdoor story times this summer! We will be reading stories, singing songs, and having fun. After the stories, go play on the playground. We encourage […]
2 events,
Crosstown Exotics Bug & Reptile Show
Crosstown Exotics Bug & Reptile Show
There will be three separate shows happening at 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1:00 p.m.! From literature to the library, Crosstown Exotics reanimates the iconic creatures from the pages of […]
Virtual Event: An evening with Michelle Zauner
Virtual Event: An evening with Michelle Zauner
Join us for an evening with musician and author Michelle Zauner as she discusses her music career and her beloved bestselling memoir, Crying in H Mart. Jessica Hopper joins her […]
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Musical Mornings with Angie Carter
Musical Mornings with Angie Carter
Music and rhythm stimulate the senses and engage us on many levels. Join music therapist Angie Carter for a special morning of musical developmental activities during this Live Program. This program is […]
Musical Mornings with Angie Carter
Musical Mornings with Angie Carter
Music and rhythm stimulate the senses and engage us on many levels. Join music therapist Angie Carter for a special morning of musical developmental activities during this Live Program. This program is […]
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Rock Painting
Rock Painting
Join us to paint fun rock creations! In this program, patrons will be able to make original creations or use examples provided during this workshop. Gift the completed creation to […]
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1 event,
Closed for Independence Day
The library will be closed all day in observance of Independence Day. Have a safe and pleasant holiday!
4 events,
Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library again! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially […]
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing […]
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing […]
2 events,
Story Time at Huntley Park
Story Time at Huntley Park
Join John and Laura for outdoor story times this summer! We will be reading stories, singing songs, and having fun. After the stories, go play on the playground. We encourage […]
Sign Language Basics
Sign Language Basics
Have you ever wanted to learn a few words of sign language? Maya will be teaching the basics of finger spelling and ASL during the month of July. Maya is […]
2 events,
Babies and Books with 4-C
Babies and Books with 4-C
Join Miss Brianna from 4-C in a monthly opportunity immersing children in language & music! Bond with your infant or toddler in this program that supports language development, early literacy, […]
Read to Rover
Read to Rover
Collie Emma loves to hear stories and spend time with kids! Emma, a Canine Good Citizen, will visit the library the listen to kids read. Children may register at the […]
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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
The library has a story time for our Toddler friends! This is a great age to have fun reading and learning together. Toddlers soak up information from the world around […]
1 event,
Read to Rover
Read to Rover
Collie Emma loves to hear stories and spend time with kids! Emma, a Canine Good Citizen, will visit the library the listen to kids read. Children may register at the Youth Reference Desk for a 10-minute time slot to read to the dog. For more information or to register, please call (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 […]
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4 events,
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great […]
Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library again! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten. Tuesday […]
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great […]
5 events,
Story Time at Huntley Park
Story Time at Huntley Park
Join John and Laura for outdoor story times this summer! We will be reading stories, singing songs, and having fun. After the stories, go play on the playground. We encourage you to bring a blanket to make sitting on the grass a little more comfortable. All of the story times are at Huntley Park at […]
Sign Language Basics
Sign Language Basics
Have you ever wanted to learn a few words of sign language? Maya will be teaching the basics of finger spelling and ASL during the month of July. Maya is a high school student who wants to share her love of sign language with others. She is excited to show you letters, greetings, foods, and […]
Bookworm Barbs: Heartwood Hotel, A True Home
Bookworm Barbs: Heartwood Hotel, A True Home
On a dark, rainy night, Mona the mouse stumbles upon the Heartwood Hotel, a haven for traveling animals in the forest. She finds a safe place to live and a job, but the Heartwood is in trouble! Can Mona help to save her new home? Heartwood Hotel: A True Home is our Bookworm Barbs book […]
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Basics Story Time at Welsh Park Toddler Garden
Basics Story Time at Welsh Park Toddler Garden
Join DeKalb librarians John and Laura for outdoor Story Time in the Toddler Garden at Welsh Park at 651 Russell Road in DeKalb. This program is held in partnership with Basics DeKalb County. We will announce on the library’s Facebook page if the program is cancelled due to weather. No registration is required. For additional […]
Babies and Books with 4-C
Babies and Books with 4-C
Join Miss Brianna from 4-C in a monthly opportunity immersing children in language & music! Bond with your infant or toddler in this program that supports language development, early literacy, listening skills & concentration, and fine & gross motor skills. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) […]
3 events,
Musical Mornings with Angie Carter
Musical Mornings with Angie Carter
Music and rhythm stimulate the senses and engage us on many levels. Join music therapist Angie Carter for a special morning of musical developmental activities during this Live Program. This program is for kids ages 18 months to 3 years. No registration is required. It is sponsored by the Friends of the DeKalb Public Library. For additional […]
Musical Mornings with Angie Carter
Musical Mornings with Angie Carter
Music and rhythm stimulate the senses and engage us on many levels. Join music therapist Angie Carter for a special morning of musical developmental activities during this Live Program. This program is for kids ages 18 months to 3 years. No registration is required. It is sponsored by the Friends of the DeKalb Public Library. For additional […]
Read to Rover
Read to Rover
Collie Emma loves to hear stories and spend time with kids! Emma, a Canine Good Citizen, will visit the library the listen to kids read. Children may register at the Youth Reference Desk for a 10-minute time slot to read to the dog. For more information or to register, please call (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 […]
2 events,
Family Fun Science: Get Messy!
Family Fun Science: Get Messy!
‘Tis the season to be outdoors and get a little messy! In that spirit, July’s Family Fun Science is Messy Science. We’ll be making slime, painting on the ground with pendulums and outdoors-friendly paint, and building bottle rockets that we’ll launch. Then, at the end, we’ll turn on the sprinkler and we can run through, […]
DIY Family Craft: Funky Chalk Creations
DIY Family Craft: Funky Chalk Creations
Join us for summer fun for the whole family! In this workshop families will be able to make their own chalk creations using our funky molds. Dinosaurs, flowers, plants, and more! Families will be able to come back the following week to pick up their finished pieces. Please register, as space is limited. One registration […]
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Medieval Day with Homeschool Happenings
Medieval Day with Homeschool Happenings
Learn all about medieval history as we are joined by the Society of Creative Anachronism! The SCA group will demonstrate and engage everyone with various hands-on activities common to the Medieval Age. Recommended for ages 8 and up. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Colleen at cowzroc@gmail.com or at (815) 505-8569.
Medieval Day with Homeschool Happenings
Medieval Day with Homeschool Happenings
Learn all about medieval history as we are joined by the Society of Creative Anachronism! The SCA group will demonstrate and engage everyone with various hands-on activities common to the Medieval Age. Recommended for ages 8 and up. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Colleen at cowzroc@gmail.com or at (815) 505-8569.
5 events,
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great […]
Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library again! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten. Tuesday […]
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great […]
3 events,
Story Time at Huntley Park
Story Time at Huntley Park
Join John and Laura for outdoor story times this summer! We will be reading stories, singing songs, and having fun. After the stories, go play on the playground. We encourage you to bring a blanket to make sitting on the grass a little more comfortable. All of the story times are at Huntley Park at […]
Sign Language Basics
Sign Language Basics
Have you ever wanted to learn a few words of sign language? Maya will be teaching the basics of finger spelling and ASL during the month of July. Maya is […]
Kindness Kids Yoga
Kindness Kids Yoga
Build community and your inner confidence as we explore our breath, yoga poses, games, meditation, relaxation, and creativity with Kindness Kids Yoga! This class is tailored to kids ages 7-12 […]
2 events,
Basics Story Time at Welsh Park Toddler Garden
Basics Story Time at Welsh Park Toddler Garden
Join DeKalb librarians John and Laura for outdoor Story Time in the Toddler Garden at Welsh Park at 651 Russell Road in DeKalb. This program is held in partnership with Basics DeKalb County. We will announce on the library’s Facebook page if the program is cancelled due to weather. No registration is required. For additional […]
Bebes y libros con 4-C
Bebes y libros con 4-C
Una oportunidad para que los niños sean expuestos a su lengua materna, la música, el baile y para también aprender un poco del lenguaje de señas para bebes. Este evento es gratis occure el tercer jueves de cada mes. No registration required. For more information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. […]
1 event,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
The library has a story time for our Toddler friends! This is a great age to have fun reading and learning together. Toddlers soak up information from the world around them, and we expand their learning by reading, singing, and talking together. Toddler Time features books, songs, and activities especially aimed at children 18 months-36 […]
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Meet Mirabel!
Meet Mirabel!
Meet Mirabel! There will be singing and activities! Enjoy an interactive story and chat with Mirabel. After the program up to 20 families may receive an autographed keepsake photo at this in-person drop-in event. While waiting for your turn to meet personally with Mirabel for a picture, you can enjoy a variety of butterfly crafts. […]
Chalk Decorating
Chalk Decorating
Join us in decorating the library sidewalks! Families and patrons will be able to borrow chalk to make fun designs for others to see. Pick up some chalk at our […]
Health Booth: Sun Protection
Health Booth: Sun Protection
Stop by the DeKalb County Health Department booth to learn tips and tricks about sun safety and protection. Patrons will be able to snag a lip balm with SPF 15 […]
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1 event,
Read to Rover
Read to Rover
Collie Emma loves to hear stories and spend time with kids! Emma, a Canine Good Citizen, will visit the library the listen to kids read. Children may register at the Youth Reference Desk for a 10-minute time slot to read to the dog. For more information or to register, please call (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 […]
4 events,
Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library again! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten. Tuesday […]
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great […]
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great […]
3 events,
Story Time at Huntley Park
Story Time at Huntley Park
Join John and Laura for outdoor story times this summer! We will be reading stories, singing songs, and having fun. After the stories, go play on the playground. We encourage you to bring a blanket to make sitting on the grass a little more comfortable. All of the story times are at Huntley Park at […]
Sign Language Basics
Sign Language Basics
Have you ever wanted to learn a few words of sign language? Maya will be teaching the basics of finger spelling and ASL during the month of July. Maya is a high school student who wants to share her love of sign language with others. She is excited to show you letters, greetings, foods, and […]
Kindness Kids Yoga
Kindness Kids Yoga
Build community and your inner confidence as we explore our breath, yoga poses, games, meditation, relaxation, and creativity with Kindness Kids Yoga! This class is tailored to kids ages 7-12 to make it engaging and fun. Each class will be unique. Please register, as space is limited. For additional information or help with registration, please […]
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Ben’s Bubble Show
Ben’s Bubble Show
Bubble magic! Bubble Illusions! Bubble Sculptures! Bubbles are simple yet mesmerizing. Whether it is the clear-cut spherical shape or beautiful, swirling colors that make them so astounding, bubbles enthrall people everywhere. When Ben is crafting bubble creations for his whimsical bubble world, you will not be able to look away. Who would have thought that […]
Ben’s Bubble Show
Ben’s Bubble Show
Bubble magic! Bubble Illusions! Bubble Sculptures! Bubbles are simple yet mesmerizing. Whether it is the clear-cut spherical shape or beautiful, swirling colors that make them so astounding, bubbles enthrall people everywhere. When Ben is crafting bubble creations for his whimsical bubble world, you will not be able to look away. Who would have thought that […]
Ben’s Bubble Show
Ben’s Bubble Show
Bubble magic! Bubble Illusions! Bubble Sculptures! Bubbles are simple yet mesmerizing. Whether it is the clear-cut spherical shape or beautiful, swirling colors that make them so astounding, bubbles enthrall people everywhere. When Ben is crafting bubble creations for his whimsical bubble world, you will not be able to look away. Who would have thought that […]
2 events,
Stories & a Stroll @ Afton Forest Preserve
Stories & a Stroll @ Afton Forest Preserve
Join us for a story and a stroll! DeKalb Public Library children's librarians will lead a short story time, and then Naturalists with the DeKalb County Forest Preserve will take us on an approximately 40-minute guided hike. This month’s hike is by a field of wildflowers, so we hope to be able to see some […]
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4 events,
Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
We are excited to be offering preschool story times at the library again! Aimed especially at our 3-5 year old friends, these story times feature books, songs, and activities especially to help those growing preschool brains! Reading, singing, talking, and counting are great literacy and math activities that will help prepare kids for Kindergarten. Tuesday […]
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great […]
Book Babies
Book Babies
Books are for everyone, even our littlest library patrons! Our Book Babies program is aimed at children age 0-18 months, although older children are welcome to attend. We will sing lots of simple and interactive songs, do finger plays and rhymes, practice sign language, and read an easy book. All of these activities are great […]
2 events,
Story Time at Huntley Park
Story Time at Huntley Park
Join John and Laura for outdoor story times this summer! We will be reading stories, singing songs, and having fun. After the stories, go play on the playground. We encourage you to bring a blanket to make sitting on the grass a little more comfortable. All of the story times are at Huntley Park at […]
Kindness Kids Yoga
Kindness Kids Yoga
Build community and your inner confidence as we explore our breath, yoga poses, games, meditation, relaxation, and creativity with Kindness Kids Yoga! This class is tailored to kids ages 7-12 to make it engaging and fun. Each class will be unique. Please register, as space is limited. For additional information or help with registration, please […]
1 event,
Babies and Books with 4-C
Babies and Books with 4-C
Join Miss Brianna from 4-C in a monthly opportunity immersing children in language & music! Bond with your infant or toddler in this program that supports language development, early literacy, listening skills & concentration, and fine & gross motor skills. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) […]
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Family Fun: DIY Rain Sticks
Family Fun: DIY Rain Sticks
Do you enjoy the soothing sounds of the rain? Join us for musical fun for the whole family! In this workshop families will be able to make their own rain sticks using common household materials. Afterwards, we will use our instruments to make our own music! This is a sensory friendly event. No registration is […]
Author Fair
Author Fair
Learn about the recent publications of area authors from the writers themselves. The library’s main lobby will be filled with local authors showcasing their works and answering questions throughout the day. Eight authors will provide a brief presentation in the Yusunas Meeting Room during the event. Listen to excerpts from their books, ask questions, and […]
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