Summer Reading Challenge 2025
Summer Reading Challenge 2025

Get ready for a colorful summer full of adventure, reading, and prizes! Sign up for our Summer Reading Challenge today.

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!

DeKalb County Public Library Board of Trustees to Meet Monday, June 23
DeKalb County Public Library Board of Trustees to Meet Monday, June 23

DeKalb County Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a finance committee meeting at 4:00 p.m., followed by a regular meeting at 4:30 p.m.

Changes to Text Message Notifications
Changes to Text Message Notifications

We've moved to a new service to send checkout receipts, hold notifications, and overdue notices to patrons via text message.

Doraville Library Closed
Doraville Library Closed

The Doraville Library is currently closed. It will reopen this summer in a temporary location while construction of a new facility takes place.

June Calendars of Events
June Calendars of Events

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

Upcom­ing Events

June 23rd, 12:00 AM
Covington LibraryFun ActivitiesContestsArts and CraftsChildren All Ages (parents welcome)
Test your art knowledge. Stop by the library to fill in your answer sheet (with the help of a few books), then add it to the drawing to win art supply prizes.
June 23rd, 12:00 AM
Covington LibraryFun ActivitiesChildren All Ages (parents welcome)
Search the Children's Department for book cover colors that match paint swatches, and earn a small prize.
June 23rd, 12:00 AM
Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams LibrarySpecial EventsFamily (All Ages)
Visit Mason Mill Walking Trail for an interactive reading experience while immersing yourself in the beauty of nature.
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