26 in '26 Reading Challenge
Make 2026 a year of reading with our 26 in ‘26 Reading Challenge! 
April Calendars of Events now available digitally
April Calendars of Events
Get a sneak peek at our April Adult and Children's Calendars of Events before they reach our branches.
Covers of the three books highlighted in this article
April Staff Picks
Some favorites from our staff this month.
Explore More! Calendar
Start your month off right with April's Explore More! Calendar. Each day has a new activity, challenge, or fun fact for you to share as a family.
Championship Kickoff Reading Challenge
Before the world’s top teams take the field, power up your reading game on Beanstack! Log minutes, complete activities, and score virtual badges as you read. 
The Jubilee Reader
Check out the March/April 2026 issue of The Jubilee Reader, a reading guide containing recent books by African American writers, writers from the African diaspora, and on related topics.

Upcom­ing Events

April 11th, 3:00 PM
Embry Hills LibrarySpecial EventsFun ActivitiesTweensSchool Age
April is National Garden Month. Let's make garden parfaits using vegetables and fruits from the garden.
April 12th, 2:00 PM
Decatur LibraryAuthor TalksTeensAdults
Join Little Shop of Stories and the Georgia Center for the Book for an event with Marissa Meyer and Tamara Moss to celebrate The Escape Game.
April 13th, 12:00 AM
Flat Shoals LibrarySpecial EventsInformational ProgramsFun ActivitiesAdults
Are you looking to try a new soup? Here is your opportunity. Stop by the branch to pick up a soup meal kit. While supplies last. Funding provided by the DeKalb Library Foundation.
April 13th, 12:00 AM
Flat Shoals LibraryFun ActivitiesAdults
Explore a variety of tea with the Tea of the Month Club Take & Make Kit. Funding provided by the Friends of the Flat Shoals Library.

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