All loca­tions will close at 5:00 p.m. on Wednes­day, Decem­ber 31, 2025 and remain closed Thurs­day, Jan­u­ary 1, 2026 in hon­or of the New Year.

Celebrate DeKalb County Public Library's Centennial by Reading More
Celebrate DeKalb County Public Library's Centennial by Reading More

We’re turning 100 in 2025, and you’re invited to join the party by taking the 100 Years, 100 Books Reading Challenge!

Holiday Hours
Holiday Hours

All branches will close at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 and remain closed Thursday, January 1, 2026 in honor of the New Year.

December Explore More! Calendar
December Explore More! Calendar

Have some fun every day with this monthly calendar of challenges for kids and families!

December Staff Picks
December Staff Picks

It's the final month of our 100 Years, 100 Books Challenge! Need a few more titles to finish strong? Look no further than this month’s staff picks.

December Calendars of Events
December Calendars of Events

Get a sneak peek at our December Adult and Children's Calendars of Events before they reach our branches.

November Staff Picks
November Staff Picks

Feast your eyes on three books our staff couldn’t put down, perfect for a November night in.

Upcom­ing Events

December 26th, 2:00 PM
Scott Candler LibraryMoviesFamily (All Ages)
Join us for a family-friendly winter movie.
December 27th, 12:00 AM
Decatur LibraryArts and CraftsSchool Age
Come take a craft kit to make at home while supplies last.
December 27th, 1:00 PM
Clarkston LibrarySpecial EventsClassesArts and CraftsAdults
Join us to honor Doris K. Wells and her spirit of unity by crafting a piece of jewelry that celebrates diverse cultures—one bead at a time.
December 27th, 1:00 PM
Decatur LibrarySpecial EventsExhibitsSeniorsFamily (All Ages)Adults
Join us in the Fourth Floor Gallery for a win­ter fab­ric arts show, fea­tur­ing squares from the AIDS Memo­r­i­al Quilt as well as work by oth­er fab­ric artists.

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