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Summer Reading Challenge 2026
 Can you dig it? A summer full of adventure, reading, and prizes starts now! Preregister for our Summer Reading Challenge today.
26 in '26 Reading Challenge
Make 2026 a year of reading with our 26 in ‘26 Reading Challenge! 
May Calendars of Events now available digitally
May Calendars of Events
Get a sneak peek at our May Adult and Children's Calendars of Events before they reach our branches.
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May Staff Picks
Some favorites from our staff this month.
Explore More! Calendar
Start your month off right with May's Explore More! Calendar. Each day has a new activity, challenge, or fun fact for you to share as a family.
Covers of the three books highlighted in this article
April Staff Picks
Some favorites from our staff this month.

Upcom­ing Events

May 4th, 4:00 PM
Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams LibraryBook SalesAdults
All proceeds will be used to fund library programs and purchase items for the collection.
May 4th, 5:30 PM
Northlake-Barbara Loar LibraryFun ActivitiesTeens
Any level of chess experience welcome. Chess boards provided, but if you wish to bring your own, please do so.
May 4th, 6:00 PM
Embry Hills LibraryArts and CraftsSeniorsAdults
Join us for an artful time painting and sipping punch. Open to the first 12 participants. Registration required.
May 4th, 6:00 PM
Chamblee LibraryFun ActivitiesClassesAdults
Join a small group for an introduction to playing American-style mah-jongg. Register for part 1 on May 4, and you will automatically be registered for part 2 on May 11.

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