Every August, thousands of people fill downtown DeKalb for a beloved tradition: Corn Fest! With free sweet corn, live music, local vendors, carnival rides, and community spirit, the festival has become a highlight of the summer....
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Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling Aug 7, 2026
When you're a child, teachers can seem almost mythical. They control when you can talk, when you can go to the bathroom, whether your work deserves to pass or fail, and even where you sit. A stern look from across the classroom could stop you in...
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...
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,...
Teen, Universe of Discourse Jun 8, 2026
This summer is full of soccer! For the first time in decades, the FIFA Men’s World Cup will be hosted by the US (co-hosted by Canada and Mexico). It will be the 32nd men’s World Cup and the largest one ever featuring 48 national teams playing a...
Adults, Personal Enrichment, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling Jun 1, 2026
Happy Pride Month, DeKalb! Every June, communities around the world come together to celebrate Pride: honoring the history, achievements, diverse identities, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community. Here at DeKalb Public Library, Pride is an...
Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling May 30, 2026
Walking into DeKalb Public Library, you immediately understand why modern libraries are known as community hubs. The lobby hums with activity: the beep of scanners, the chime of elevator doors, and conversations blending in multiple languages. It...
Adults, Personal Enrichment May 6, 2026
When you hear the acronym 'MSG', what adjectives come to mind? Salty? Savory? Or do other, more sinister ideas creep in? Words like 'unhealthy', or even 'dangerous'? The history of this flavor enhancer is filled with politics, panic, and poor...
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