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!

October Calendars of Events
October Calendars of Events

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

October Staff Picks
October Staff Picks

It's officially fall, y'all! Ready to enter your cozy era? Here's three excuses to stay in with a great book this October, brought to you by our library staff.

The Jubilee Reader
The Jubilee Reader

Check out the September/October 2025 issue of The Jubilee Reader, a reading guide containing recent books by African American writers, writers from the African diaspora, and on related topics.

September Staff Picks
September Staff Picks

Summer is winding down and ushering in cooler weather, making it the perfect time to settle in with a good book. Need some help finding your next read? Check out (figuratively and literally) some recent recommendations from our staff!

August Staff Picks
August Staff Picks

Racing to complete our 100 Years 100 Books Reading Challenge? Just looking for a good excuse to stay inside with the A/C? We’ve got you covered. Check out what our staff have been loving lately!

Upcom­ing Events

October 21st, 5:00 PM
Decatur LibraryBook DiscussionsAdults
Read the Rainbow is a LGBTQ+ book club for adults between the ages of 18 and 29.
October 21st, 5:00 PM
Decatur LibraryArts and CraftsAdults
Decatur's Adultish Sewing Club.
October 21st, 5:30 PM
Virtual LibraryBook DiscussionsSeniorsAdults
Join us for a discussion of The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich. Books are available for checkout at Northlake-Barbara Loar Library or on hoopla.
October 21st, 5:30 PM
Scott Candler LibrarySpecial EventsFun ActivitiesArts and CraftsFamily (All Ages)
Play games, make crafts, eat popcorn, and win prizes.

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