WE ARE OUT
WE ARE OUT On Monday, August 21st, in the space between the Reference Desk and the Check Out Desk, we will livestream the solar eclipse. At 1pm, the library will close for an hour so that staff and patrons may view totality.
A Golden Spike and a Silver Hammer
Riding the Rails with Barry Cloyd An original edu-tainment presentation by Barry Cloyd Productions Saturday, September 23, 2:00 pm, Madden Auditorium I begin this true folksong/story show with the driving of the golden spike at Promontory Point on May 10th, 1869 and continue on from there into the song “Drill Ye’ Tarriers […]
Uncomfortable Conversations
Racial Taboo – 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month Thursday, August 17, 6:00 pm, Staley Room When the subject of “race” comes up, many people choose to avoid it. As a result, it continues to be a taboo subject. The Racial Taboo Initiative is working to change that, and bring communities and people together. […]
Yoga
Starting in September! Every Tuesday, 12:00 – 1:00 pm, Madden Auditorium The only requirement is participants must provide their own yoga mat or blanket. No registration for this free class is required. The dates for the classes are: August 1st & 15th Every Tuesday beginning September through December All are welcome.
Movies @ the Library!
NOW SHOWING… August 2017, Madden Auditorium Wednesday August 16 6:00pm School Ties Friday August 18 2:00pm Farmland Wednesday August 23 6:00pm The 10 Things I Hate About You Wednesday August 30 6:00pm Varsity Blues September 2017, Madden Auditorium Saturday September 9 2:00pm Beauty and the Beast Wednesday September 13 5:30pm The Help Friday September 15 2:00pm Food Inc. […]
Computer Classes
August Computer Classes Computer Tutoring / Windows 10 / Library Website Monday, August 21, 10:15 am, Computer Lab Need help setting up that new tablet? Got stuck on borrowing an eBook? Bring your questions and devices to the Decatur Public Library for assistance. This very basic computer session focuses on the basics of computers and […]
Book Clubs
Interested in joining a book club? The Decatur Public Library offers 4 different book clubs and you can drop in any time! You do not have to the read the book to attend discussions, but you will want to. DPL Book Club The Club meets the third Thursday of each month at 1:00pm in the board room. […]
The Gilmore Group
The Gilmore Group 2nd Tuesdays, 12:00 – 1:00 pm, Staley Room Bring a lunch and join us to discuss the pop cultural phenomenon – Gilmore Girls. The Gilmore Group will examine one season of the hit show the 2nd Tuesday of each month. We will discuss the Girls themselves, the residents of Stars Hollow, family dynamics, their […]
True Colors
Adult Coloring Nights! Thursdays, 5:00 – 7:00 pm, Adult Activity Room Release your “inner child” and join us for Adult Coloring Night at the Decatur Public Library each Thursday evening, from 5 to 7 pm in the Adult Activity Room located near Local History. Studies have proven that creative activities, like coloring, help reduce anxiety and promote personal wellness. […]
Demographics Now
NEW AT DECATUR PUBLIC LIBRARY! Richland Community College offers, FREE, introductory and advanced classes on using Demographics Now. Come learn how Demographics Now can help you with your business or marketing plan and many other uses. Seating is limited so register now. Demographics Now: Demographics Now provides robust and highly-detailed demographic data. Ideal for gaining consumer […]
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