DeKalb County Public Library

Let's celebrate Juneteenth on this week's Jewelry with Gin with a colorful Freedom Rings Bracelet. All of the components will be included in kits that will be available in limited supply at the Clarkston, Northlake, Decatur, Toco Hills, Scott Candler, and Hairston Crossing branches. You will need to have round nose pliers, square nose pliers, cutters—preferably memory wire cutters—and a ruler on hand. Enjoy! Email Gin with any questions at [email protected]. https://youtu.be/5lw19yr4XGk

The Covington Library is closed on Thursday, June 18 due to an air conditioning system issue.

All DCPL branches are closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

Please check our website for alternate locations and hours of operation.

Whether you want to test your knowledge or just play along, join us for Bingo with the DeKalb History Center. This fun, interactive game will highlight South DeKalb through retro photos from the DeKalb History Center’s collection.

Register through the link below!
https://events.dekalblibrary.org/event/16476779

All DeKalb County Library branches will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.

Need something great to read? Our eBook and audiobook collections are available 24/7. Vist https://dekalb.overdrive.com to read more.

In this week's Jewelry with Gin tutorial, we'll craft a series of elegant handmade links, incorporating spirals, circles, and metallic beads to create a design full of rhythm, balance, and movement. Kits with the components needed to complete the necklace will be available in limited supply at Decatur, Toco Hill, Clarkston, Hairston Crossing, Northlake, and Hairston Crossing. You will need your own round nose and square nose pliers, cutters, and a ruler on hand. Email Gin with any questions at [email protected]. https://youtu.be/pycTowT8AHA

Celebrate your freedom to read and commemorate America’s 250th birthday with a limited-edition *Georgia Reads for America250* library card.

DCPL is joining other libraries across the state in offering this special design while supplies last.

The card is available at no cost to both new card applicants and current cardholders who would like to exchange their existing cards.

Each branch has a limited number, so be sure to grab yours today.

See our special programs for America250 at www.dekalblibrary.org/news/america250indekalb.