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August 11 2012 - November 11 2012
Saturday, August 11	Kopp's Kritters Mobile Petting Zoo :: Special Events School Age (Ages 5—12 years) 11:00 am—11:45 am at Tucker-Reid H. Cofer [ Read More ]
Monday, August 13	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Salem-Panola The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Tuesday, August 14	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Saturday, August 18	Dedication and Grand Re-Opening :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 10:00 am—12:00 pm at Scott Candler DeKalb County CEO Burrell Ellis, the Board of Commissioners, the Board of Trustees and staff of DeKalb County Public Library invite the public to the Dedication Ceremony for the new Scott Candler Library, featuring U.S. Poet Laureate Natasha Trethewey. The event will include a ribbon cutting, tour of the branch and refreshments. (The library opens for service at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 20.) [ Read More ]
Monday, August 20	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Redan-Trotti The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Tuesday, August 21	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Covington The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Wednesday, August 22	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Tucker-Reid H. Cofer The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Monday, August 27	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Clarkston The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Tuesday, August 28	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Thursday, August 30	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Stonecrest The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Saturday, September 01	Pete The Cat Library Cards :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—12:00 pm at Decatur You can be one of the first to have your own collector series, limited-edition Pete the Cat library card for a $20.00 donation to the DeKalb Library Foundation. Have your photo taken with Pete the Cat creator James Dean, have him sign your card and show your support for the Library. Even if you can't attend this special event, you can still get the special card at any DeKalb County Public Library branch beginning September 1. For more information, visit the DeKalb Library Foundation website or call 404.370.8450, ext. 2238. [ Read More ] My Name is Asher Lev :: Special Events Adult (18+) 1:45 pm—3:15 pm at Decatur Theatrical Outfit, “Atlanta’s long-time literary-leaning troupe” (Howard Pousner, AJC), will present scenes from the powerful Atlanta premiere of My Name is Asher Lev, based on Chaim Potok’s best-selling novel. Actors Nick Arapoglou (Horizon’s Avenue Q), Lane Carlock (USA’s Necessary Roughness) and Brian Kurlander (Brother’s Keeper) will join director Mira Hirsch and Executive Artistic Director Tom Key in this unique story of a young artist named Asher Lev who walked the fine line between passion and tradition in his Hasidic Jewish family. Following the presentation, a panel discussion featuring the cast and representatives of the Atlanta visual... [ Read More ] Get Hooked--Crochet Club! :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 2:00 pm—3:00 pm at Dunwoody All skill levels are welcome. [ Read More ]
Sunday, September 02	Lillian Smith Awards :: Special Events Adult (18+) 2:30 pm—3:15 pm at Decatur Winners of the 2012 Lillian Smith Awards, sponsored by the Southern Regional Council, University of Georgia Libraries and DeKalb County Public Library/Georgia Center for the Book, will be announced. These awards are granted to works that deal with social justice, civil and human rights, the education and socialization of young people, breaking silence among repressed groups, and matters that are notably significant or of special interest in dealing with the changing South. [ Read More ]
Wednesday, September 05	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Tucker-Reid H. Cofer The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Thursday, September 06	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Redan-Trotti The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Saturday, September 08	Crochet Fashion Show :: Special Events Adult (18+) 11:00 am—1:00 pm at Decatur Join the Creative Expressions Crochet Group at their annual Fashion Show and help the group celebrate their fourth anniversary. The show will feature a variety of crocheted and other needlework creations. All are welcome. The normal crochet group meets every second Saturday, except holidays at Covington Library. [ Read More ] Canceled: Bharatanatyam Dance :: Special Events Adult (18+) 1:00 pm—2:00 pm at Hairston Crossing Note: this event has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience. Bharatanatyam Dance is a solo classical Indian dance form of religious origin performed traditionally by women. It is believed by some scholars to be more than 3, 000 years old and was once performed by Hindu temple dancers. Preeti Vinayak Shah, a professional Bharatanatyam dancer from India, hails from a family of famous dancers. She has been called “Poetry in Motion” and “she will dazzle you with her captivating stage presence, grace and vigor in movement and virtuosity in technique…” says Indian Express Newspaper. [ Read More ]
Tuesday, September 11	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Monday, September 17	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Salem-Panola The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ] Stone Mountain Chess Club :: Special Events Family (Ages 6 years and over ) 6:30 pm—7:30 pm at Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Germaine Schweibinz is the volunteer leader for our chess club. All levels of players are welcome and parents are encouraged to participate. Parents must remain in the building during the hour. [ Read More ]
Tuesday, September 18	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Covington The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ] StoryCorps Celebrating the Hispanic Culture :: Special Events Adult (18+) 1:00 pm—7:00 pm at Chamblee Do you have a story or memory you want to share? Then come to one of our September 18 recording sessions. Stories and memories you want to share may be on any topic. Each conversation is recorded by StoryCorps and preserved at the American Folklife Center at the U.S. Library of Congress. StoryCorps is one of the largest oral history projects of its kind, and millions listen to its broadcasts on public radio. Call 404.370.8450, ext. 2257 to reserve your time slot. You will need to come with a friend or loved one to be your interview partner. The entire process will take about an hour. [ Read More ]
Wednesday, September 19	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Tucker-Reid H. Cofer The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Monday, September 24	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Clarkston The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ] Stone Mountain Chess Club :: Special Events Family (Ages 6 years and over ) 6:30 pm—7:30 pm at Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Germaine Schweibinz is the volunteer leader for our chess club. All levels of players are welcome and parents are encouraged to participate. Parents must remain in the building during the hour. [ Read More ]
Tuesday, September 25	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Thursday, September 27	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Stonecrest The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Saturday, September 29	5K Run/Walk for Literacy :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 8:00 am—10:30 am at See Below Literacy Alliance of Metro Atlanta presents the 5K Run/Walk For Literacy. Get fit and promote literacy at the same time. Don't miss out on this family-friendly event with prize giveaways! The Run/Walk will start at the Decatur Square. Register now at www.literacyallianceatlanta.org. If you are having trouble registering with that link, try this link instead. Please select "DeKalb County Public Library Foundation" as the organization to benefit from your registration. Online registration: $20 - individual $60 - group (up to 4 individuals) Day of registration: $25 - individual $70 - group (up to 4 individuals) 100% of the... [ Read More ]
Monday, October 01	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Covington The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ] Black Girl Pain: Photography Exhibit :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 11:00 am—5:00 pm at Embry Hills Photographer Gudrun S. Hughes presents her latest exhibit "Black Girl Pain." This series of photographs, which draws its inspiration from a song by Talib Kweli, is a representation of African-American beauty, art and self-expression. This exhibit, which began as a series of instagram postings, will be on exhibit October 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012. In addition, photographer Gudrun S. Hughes will give an artist talk on October 15. More information here. [ Read More ]
Tuesday, October 02	Taste of Africa and India :: Special Events Adult (18+) 7:00 pm—8:00 pm at Embry Hills Food has long been considered a window into the cultures of the world. At this program, explore, taste and learn about traditional dishes of Africa and India. Please call 404.370.8450, ext. 2257 to register. Class limit 20. [ Read More ]
Thursday, October 04	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Redan-Trotti The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Saturday, October 06	When Tribes Meet: The History of Black Native Americans :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Explore the blending of African American and Native American cultures through literature, storytelling, dance and food. Please take this optional survey if you are interested in this event so we can learn more about your heritage. [ Read More ] Writers' Forum :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:30 am—12:00 pm at Chamblee Neither a class nor a workshop, the Forum offers adult writers an opportunity to share their original creative writings of up to 500 words or five minutes of reading time. Excepts of longer works can include a plot synopsis as part of the reading time. Works should be appropriate for family audiences. Readings are followed by brief, facilitated discussions where audience members offer balanced feedback, including ideas for expansion and improvement. The Forum is open to writers of all experience levels and writing enthusiasts. No advance registration; authors who choose to read, sign up at the event, first-come, first served. Wayne South Smith has written in a... [ Read More ] Beauty From the Inside Out :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 1:00 pm—3:00 pm at Stonecrest Join us for a day of empowerment and building self esteem for women and girls as author and creator of H.Y.P.E. (Healing Young People through Empowerment), Dr. Adia Winfrey, Psy.D., facilitates Beauty From the Inside Out, an official Dove® Self-Esteem Weekend event. Activities for the event will include a variety of performances and a panel featuring teens and distinguished women from various professions. Local women will be honored for the work they’re doing in the community. Additionally, Dove’s national spokeswomen will engage in an interactive discussion via teleconference. [ Read More ]
Monday, October 08	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Clarkston The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ] Writers' Forum :: Special Events Adult (18+) 6:30 pm—8:00 pm at Northlake-Barbara Loar Neither a class nor a workshop, the Writer's Forum offers adult writers an opportunity to share their original creative writings of up to 500 words or five minutes of reading time. Excerpts of longer works can include a plot synopsis as part of the reading time. Works should be appropriate for family audiences. Readings are followed by brief discussions facilitated by writing coach Wayne South Smith, where audience members offer balanced feedback, including ideas for expansion and improvement. The Forum includes writers at all experience level. No advance registration is required; authors who choose to read may sign up at the event on a first-come, first served basis. [ Read More ]
Tuesday, October 09	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Stonecrest The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Wednesday, October 10	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Tucker-Reid H. Cofer The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Saturday, October 13	Building Common Ground: Discussions of Community, Civility and Compassion :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 1:00 pm—3:00 pm at Stonecrest This series of programs is funded by the American Library Association and the Fetzer Institute. The goal of the Building Common Ground series is to foster discussion about the rich history, culture and community life of the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and ways the community may work together. The program series will include: Reflections of Our Community: Past and Present – Saturday, October 13, 1:00 p.m. A photography exhibit presented by the students of the Arabia Mountain High School Photography Club and a collection of historical photographs from the Flat Rock Museum and Archives Memories of the Arabia Mountain Community –... [ Read More ]
Monday, October 15	Stone Mountain Chess Club :: Special Events Family (Ages 6 years and over ) 6:30 pm—7:30 pm at Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Germaine Schweibinz is the volunteer leader for our chess club. All levels of players are welcome and parents are encouraged to participate. Parents must remain in the building during the hour. [ Read More ] Artist Talk: Gudrun Stone Hughes :: Special Events Adult (18+) 6:30 pm—7:30 pm at Embry Hills Photographer Ms. Gudrun Stone Hughes will discuss her latest exhibit, "Black Girl Pain." In observance of the National Black Arts Festival's 25th anniversary, Ms. Stone Hughes was recently acknowledged as one of the NBAF's 25 celebrated photographers. Previous works by Ms. Hughes have been exhibited at the Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech. "Black Girl Pain" will be on display at the Embry Hills Branch October 1, 2012 - December 31, during library hours. [ Read More ]
Tuesday, October 16	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Saturday, October 20	Pink Heart Awareness Conference :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 11:00 am—2:00 pm at Stonecrest In celebration and support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, join us for the Pink Heart Awareness Conference. Mothers, Daughters and Sisters Against Breast Cancer will host this event. The guest speaker is Shondia McFadden-Sabari, a breast cancer and double mastectomy survivor. [ Read More ] Building Common Ground: Discussions of Community, Civility and Compassion :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 1:00 pm—3:00 pm at Stonecrest This series of programs is funded by the American Library Association and the Fetzer Institute. The goal of the Building Common Ground series is to foster discussion about the rich history, culture and community life of the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and ways the community may work together. The program series will include: Reflections of Our Community: Past and Present – Saturday, October 13, 1:00 p.m. A photography exhibit presented by the students of the Arabia Mountain High School Photography Club and a collection of historical photographs from the Flat Rock Museum and Archives Memories of the Arabia Mountain Community –... [ Read More ] Fire Safety Event :: Special Events School Age (Ages 5—12 years) 2:00 pm—3:00 pm at Clarkston October is National Fire Prevention Month. DeKalb County Fire and Rescue workers will teach safety tips and explain the tools they use to fight fires. [ Read More ]
Monday, October 22	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Salem-Panola The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ] Friends of the Clarkston Library Open House :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 5:00 pm—7:45 pm at Clarkston In celebration of National Friends of the Library Week, the Friends of the Clarkston Library will host an open house/membership drive. Stop by and learn about becoming a Friend of the Clarkston Library, find out about programming, or just get a cookie and a drink! [ Read More ] Writers' Forum with Wayne South Smith :: Special Events Adult (18+) 6:30 pm—8:00 pm at Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams To celebrate National Friends of Libraries Week, author Wayne South Smith offers writers an opportunity to share their original creative writings of up to 500 words or five minutes of reading time. Works should be appropriate for family audiences. Readings are followed by brief discussions where audience members offer balanced feedback, along with ideas for expansion and improvement. Please sign-up at the event - first-come, first-served. Being a Friend of the Library is encouraged, but not required! [ Read More ]
Tuesday, October 23	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Covington The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ] Writers' Forum with Wayne Smith :: Special Events Adult (18+) 6:30 pm—8:00 pm at Brookhaven Facilitated by author and writing coach Wayne Smith. Neither a class nor a workshop, the Forum offers adult writers an opportunity to share their original creative writings of up to 500 words or five minutes of reading time. Readings are followed by brief, facilitated discussions where audience members offer balanced feedback, including ideas for expansion and improvement. The Forum includes writers at all experience levels and writing enthusiasts. No advance registration; authors who choose to read sign-up at the event, first come, first served. [ Read More ]
Wednesday, October 24	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Tucker-Reid H. Cofer The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ] Senior Advisory Board (SAB) :: Special Events Senior (55 and Older) 1:30 pm—3:00 pm at Decatur Become a member of the DeKalb County Public Library Senior Advisory Board (SAB) and assist us in planning programs for and about seniors. The Senior Advisory Board is your opportunity to be heard. [ Read More ]
Saturday, October 27	We Love Our Library Day :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 10:00 am—3:00 pm at Dunwoody The Friends of the Dunwoody Library celebrate We Love Our Library Day. Bring the whole family for fun activities and opportunities to learn about your public library. [ Read More ] Ghost Stories with Sherry Norfolk :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 4:00 pm—4:45 pm at Dunwoody [ Read More ]
Monday, October 29	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Clarkston The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ] Return of the Halloween Cupcakes with Sari :: Special Events Family (Ages 7—17 years) 6:30 pm—8:00 pm at Dunwoody [ Read More ] Stone Mountain Chess Club :: Special Events Family (Ages 6 years and over ) 6:30 pm—7:30 pm at Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Germaine Schweibinz is the volunteer leader for our chess club. All levels of players are welcome and parents are encouraged to participate. Parents must remain in the building during the hour. [ Read More ]
Tuesday, October 30	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ] Trick or Treat Scavenger Hunt :: Special Events Children All Ages (0-17 years, parents welcome) 4:00 pm—6:00 pm at Decatur Pick up a clue sheet at the Children's Desk that will send you through the library answering clues and receiving goodies (while supplies last). Children must be accompanied by an adult. Costumes are welcome! [ Read More ]
Thursday, November 01	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Redan-Trotti The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Saturday, November 03	Building Common Ground: Discussions of Community, Civility and Compassion :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 11:00 am—1:00 pm at Stonecrest This series of programs is funded by the American Library Association and the Fetzer Institute. The goal of the Building Common Ground series is to foster discussion about the rich history, culture and community life of the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and ways the community may work together. The program series will include: Reflections of Our Community: Past and Present – Saturday, October 13, 1:00 p.m. A photography exhibit presented by the students of the Arabia Mountain High School Photography Club and a collection of historical photographs from the Flat Rock Museum and Archives Memories of the Arabia Mountain Community – Saturday, October 20,... [ Read More ] International Games Day @ the Library :: Special Events School Age (Ages 5 years and over ) 1:00 pm—3:00 pm at Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Everyone can play! Card games, board games, and Wii. Watch for more details. [ Read More ]
Monday, November 05	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Clarkston The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Wednesday, November 07	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Tucker-Reid H. Cofer The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Thursday, November 08	Jobs Bus (Mobile Career Center and Resource Center) :: Special Events Adult (18+) 10:00 am—4:00 pm at Covington The Mobile Career Center (also called the "Jobs Bus") includes 13 computer stations and high-speed satellite Internet connection. The Center will provide residents with essential services, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interviewing tips. The bus schedule includes library locations and changes monthly. Click here for full library schedule. [ Read More ]
Saturday, November 10	Woodlands Garden and the Decatur Library Storytime :: Special Events Family (Ages 4 years and over ) 10:00 am—11:30 am at Woodlands Garden Join Woodlands Garden and the DeKalb County Public Library for another outdoor storytime event. Come to Woodlands to hear a story, walk the garden, and enjoy some arts and crafts time. Stories and crafts are themed to compliment the gardes and the outdoors. Woodlands Garden is located at 932 Scott Blvd., Decatur, GA. Contact the Decatur Library or the Woodlands Garden for more information. [ Read More ] Get Hooked--Crochet Club! :: Special Events Family (All Ages) 2:00 pm—3:00 pm at Dunwoody All skill levels are welcome. [ Read More ]

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