DeKalb County Public Library

Are you a local author interested in reaching more readers? We are currently accept­ing appli­ca­tions from local authors to par­tic­i­pate in our 24th Annu­al Jubilee of Read­ing Book Club Con­fer­ence and Author Expo Cel­e­bra­tion.

Authors in every genre are invit­ed to sub­mit an appli­ca­tion. As a par­tic­i­pant, you will be pro­vid­ed a reserved space to greet vis­i­tors, sell and auto­graph your work and dis­cuss your cre­ative meth­ods.

To reg­is­ter, visit https://dekalblibrary.org/events/jubilee-author-application

On this week's Jewelry with Gin, we will create an artfully whimsical pendant using artistic wire and a variety of beads. Kits will contain all that is needed to make this piece. You will need to have round and chain nose pliers, cutters, and a ruler on hand. A limited number of kits will be available at the Toco Hills, Clarkston, Decatur, and Northlake library branches. Email Gin with any questions at [email protected]. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/n12ONRwF7z9_XDAIVSNzmMvlQcnuZy8AdeBwZeCCQ1ef88xQHpeTwSiZaKut1Swk.Qj8ff8UrnCqXucj6

You won't want to miss the annual Friends of the Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Library Book Sale!

Great book bargains will abound, and you're sure to find something that you'll want to add to your collection.

Saturday, August 9-10
10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg Library

You can find more information at https://events.dekalblibrary.org/event/11207911

Happy August! We hope that in between the hustle and bustle of back to school season, you're able to find time for a great book (or two. Or five). Here are a few of our recent favorites: https://dekalblibrary.org/news/staff-picks-august-2024

Our print­ed cal­en­dars of events are now avail­able in a dig­i­tal flip­book for­mat! Browse the August adult and June – August chil­dren’s print­ed cal­en­dars online, and click on any event to go direct­ly to our online calendar.

https://dekalblibrary.org/news/calendars-of-events-august-2024

It's the final day of the Summer Reading Challenge! Don't forget to log into dekalblibrary.beanstack.org one last time today to make sure you've logged your progress, filled out surveys, and collected your virtual badges.

Did you enjoy this year's challenge? Please tell us all about it by completing a short survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSccDaL8DNJ34DW7zYxA2227LShCjco6DEuFjiGFqE2hopnIfA/viewform This survey is vital to retaining state funding for summer reading for years to come. Thank you in advance for your assistance!

We've had a blast this summer, and hope you've enjoyed the events and reading challenges as much as we have. Stay tuned for an update on our community reading goal (spoiler alert: it's great news)!

Today in 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, was signed into law. July is also Disability Pride Month, a month-long celebration of the signing of the ADA.

Some of DCPL’s branches are raising awareness of Disability Pride Month with book and information displays.

We are also showcasing a hand-picked list of children’s picture books with themes of inclusivity and experiencing the world from another person’s unique perspective.

You can find the list at https://dekalblibrary.org/go.php?brsn=%22Disability+Pride+Month%22

This week on Jewelry with Gin we will transform simple glass beads and artistic wire into a fantastic bracelet. Kits will contain the necessary beads and findings. You will need to have your own basic jewelry tools on hand—round and chain nose pliers, cutters, and a ruler. There will be a limited number of kits available at the Northlake, Toco Hills, Clarkston, and Decatur library branches. Email Gin with any questions at [email protected]. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/VMe-IcUxUv5EECB3lAaMsrYf-9Fj9j3enc5TkVlLgpX7cf3RRk1fD4yOn73Evj4h.bRVLepbDWGCJkMZr

Check out these great photos! Everyone was having such a fun time at the carnival! Thank you Decaturish.com and Dean Hesse for covering this event.

Ellie Okanla, 18-months, takes on the Giant Connect 4 game with mom Miki Aoiki during Decatur Library’s Summer Carnival on Thursday, July 18, 2024. Photo by Dean Hesse. For more photos, visit https://decaturish.com/2024/07/photos-decatur-librarys-summer-carnival/

A HUGE THANK YOU to all of our readers! With around two weeks to go, we've hit our Community Reading Challenge goal of 800,000 minutes read during Summer Reading. Congrats to all of the readers out there who helped achieve this milestone!

And we've still got time left to hit our stretch goal - 1,000,000 minutes! Keep logging those minutes through July 31 to help us meet the challenge! DeKalb County readers of any age can contribute hours to help reach the goal.

Want to help by logging your reading? It's not too late to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge at dekalblibrary.beanstack.org to log your reading time. Finished the challenge? You can still log minutes toward the goal!

Thanks again, and happy reading!

This week on Jewelry with Gin we will make components for not 1, not 2, but 5 pairs of interchangeable summer earrings. All of the supplies needed will be in the kits that will be available in limited supply at the Clarkston, Northlake, Decatur, and Toco Hills branches. You will need round nose and square nose pliers, cutters, a ruler, and a small cylindrical object like a pen for shaping on hand. Email Gin with any questions at [email protected]. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/ktXUpKO3y1QnQTwXRqqKQmIIDgiP-KUWdY5uoAaxNhJMOycBjQ27sykmQb0pNWnr.se_PVkVrj11awXo6

Summer's almost over, and we need your help!!! Sum­mer Read­ing in Geor­gia is sup­port­ed in part by fed­er­al funds from the Insti­tute of Muse­um and Library Ser­vices. In order to con­tin­ue receiv­ing this vital fund­ing for Sum­mer Read­ing, we are ask­ing our patrons to com­plete a short, sim­ple IMLS Out­comes Sur­vey:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSccDaL8DNJ34DW7zYxA2227LShCjco6DEuFjiGFqE2hopnIfA/viewform Thank you in advance for your time!

As the Sum­mer Read­ing Chal­lenge near­s its close, don't forgot to log your final reading and activities in Beanstack. We’ve had a fan­tas­tic sum­mer, and con­grat­u­la­tions to all of the chal­lenge winners.

Stop by Brookhaven City Hall anytime between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23 to preview the floorplan and design for the new Brookhaven Library.

Library staff and the project architect will be on hand to answer your questions and hear your feedback.

Brookhaven City Hall is located at 4362 Peachtree Road, Brookhaven, GA 30319.

We hope to see you there!

Instructor Angela will lead this fun dance/exercise class, featuring Latin and world music along with classic hits from artists like Louis Armstrong, Otis Redding and Frank Sinatra. Yes, you do it all while sitting in a chair! 🎵🔥💪

This free class is for active seniors, beginners and people with limited mobility.

Zumba Gold Chair Class
County Line-Ellenwood Library
Thursday, July 25
1:00–2:00 p.m.

Find more info at https://events.dekalblibrary.org/event/10524346.

Join us at Decatur Library for summer fun! We'll have bubbles, games, crafts and more. This event is tailored to children ages 5 to 12 years.

Thursday, July 18
3:00-5:00 p.m.

For sign-up details and more information, see https://events.dekalblibrary.org/event/10750953

Support provided by the Friends of the Decatur Library.

Dive into Summer Camp Books!

Midsummer is here, and so are exciting camp stories. Explore this hand-picked list of middle-grade books about all of the fun and thrills of summer camp.

These books feature:
- Mysterious camp legends
- New friendships
- Outdoor adventures and challenges
- Spooky campfire tales
- Hilarious camp mishaps
- And more

Whether your child is at camp, just returned, enjoying summer at home, or working on achieving their summer reading challenge goals, readers are sure to find something they'll enjoy.

See the list at https://dekalblibrary.org/go.php?brsn=%22Middle+School+Camp+Books%22

This week on Jewelry with Gin we will make a necklace that can be magically transformed into a wrist bracelet, ankle bracelet, and even earrings! All of the components will be included in kits that will be available in limited supply at Decatur, Toco Hills, Clarkston, and Northlake branches. You will need to have round nose pliers, square nose pliers, cutters, a ruler, and a small cylindrical object like a pen for shaping. Email Gin with any questions at [email protected]. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/tS4TNjR77hWdK-7wDA6D3gGYl2e1gwso35Gh2Qc_z-qQ6yYM6wBF9npTYmV38FpK.jHAl_S6XskEixTFG

The Clarkston Library will be closed on Saturday, July 13 for restroom renovations.

We appreciate your patience and understanding throughout the duration of this project.

Please check our website at dekalblibrary.org for alternate locations and online resources.

Take advantage of long summer days and spend some quality time reading with your kids.

Find your favorite reading spot and snuggle up with a good book!

Find recommendations for some great kids' books at https://dekalblibrary.org/kids/summer-reads.

On this week's Jewelry with Gin, we'll make a beautiful spiral-filled bracelet featuring beautiful cube-shaped beads from Greece. Everything that's needed to make this bracelet will be included in the kits that will be available in limited supply at Northlake, Decatur, Toco Hills, and Clarkston branches. You will need round nose and square nose pliers, cutters, and a ruler on hand. Email Gin with any questions at [email protected]. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/9-kG64zXq9OH7C4inw3whVVkp50QmF9o4denJml3KkTosOzGrUDGbwE1jgRt2SeT.PZoCM_-Tm6eyNKol

Time flies when you’re lost in a good book. If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s plenty of time to join in the fun. Already participating? Keep the momentum going!

Remember, the challenge runs until July 31. Let’s make these last weeks count!

And don’t miss out on all of the fun events, performances and programs happening at our 23 branches. Check out our website at dekalblibrary.org for more info or sign up for the challenge at dekalblibrary.beanstack.org.

Our branches are closed today for the Independence Day holiday, but Libby is always open. Visit dekalblibrary.overdrive.com or download the Libby app for access to thousands of books right on your device, right on your schedule.

Jump start your month with the Explore More! Calendar. Each day has a new activity, challenge, or fun fact for you to share as a family.

July's Explore More! Calendar is available now: https://issuu.com/dekalblibrary/docs/exploremorecalendar_july2024?fr=xKAE9_zU1NQ

Check out the July/August 2024 issue of The Jubilee Reader, DCPL's reading guide containing recent books by African American writers, writers from the African diaspora, and on related topics.

https://issuu.com/dekalblibrary/docs/thejubileereader_julaug2024?fr=xKAE9_zU1NQ

Summer is in full swing, and the heat is conspiring with the humidity to create a sweltering, sauna-like atmosphere outside our doors. Inside though, we've got tens of thousands of books hoping for readers, including these selections recommended by staff: https://dekalblibrary.org/news/staff-picks-july-2024

If you're reading this summer, no matter your age, be sure to sign up for our summer reading challenge at dekalblibrary.beanstack.org! Complete activities and log your reading for a chance at prizes.

We're thrilled to announce that Mango Languages, a free language learning program available with your library card, now includes American Sign Language learning modules: https://dekalblibrary.org/resources/go/mg

Traveling this summer and want to learn the basics of a new language? Brushing up on a language learned long ago? ASL is just one of over 70 languages available on Mango. Happy learning!

🪄🐩🎪 Michelle's Magical Poodles are back and bringing the dog circus to several DeKalb County Public Library locations. There will be fun tricks, lively routines, audience participation, and a whole lotta dog gone fun.

You won't want to miss this exciting event happening at a library location near you:

- Friday, July 5 at 2:00 p.m.: County Line-Ellenwood Library
- Saturday, July 6 at 10:30 a.m.: Decatur Library
- Saturday, July 6 at 2:30 p.m.: Scott Candler Library
- Monday, July 8 at 11:00 a.m.: Northlake-Barbara Loar Library
- Monday, July 8 at 2:30 p.m.: Embry Hills Library
- July 9 at 2:00 p.m.: Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library

Find more information at https://events.dekalblibrary.org/events?v=list&r=months&n=1&term=magical+poodles

Check out DCPLink for news from DeKalb County Public Library for July - https://mailchi.mp/dekalblibrary/news-youll-want-to-know-about-from-your-library-1065888

Let's create a beautiful summer necklace on this week's Jewelry with Gin with ethereal rhombus shell beads and glass pearls. Perfect for any occasion. Kits will contain all of the supplies and will be available in limited quantities at the Toco Hills, Clarkston, Decatur, and Northlake branches. You will need round and square nose pliers, cutters, and a ruler on hand. Email Gin with any questions at [email protected]. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/kfQt4kM4_9MvCEpNr295WZ38hnFamn_9He6-0hx_2ogYZdIIatUI9fznHEKTcFb0.PPzlKhJlQ9NXmKtR

Our print­ed cal­en­dars of events are now avail­able in a dig­i­tal flip­book for­mat! Browse the July adult and June – August Chil­dren’s print­ed cal­en­dars online, and click on any event to go direct­ly to our online calendar.

https://dekalblibrary.org/news/calendars-of-events-july-2024