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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270106T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270106T110000
DTSTAMP:20261015T175231Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time with Puddles the Blue Goose
DESCRIPTION:DPL\, in partnership with our Friends from Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge\, will present this Story Time featuring Puddles the Blue Goose! Puddles is the official mascot of the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Wildlife Refuge System.  We’ll read a story about geese\, have an activity\, and kids can pose for a picture with Puddles.  \nAll are welcome to this free program.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/story-time-with-puddles-the-blue-goose/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ages 3 - 5 & their adults,Babies & their caregivers,Children,Children age 8+,Festival of the Cranes at DPL,Toddlers (ages 1-4),Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270103
DTSTAMP:20251215T182054Z
CREATED:20251215T182054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T182054Z
UID:10001480-1798761600-1798934399@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:DPL CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:Decatur Public Library is CLOSED in observance of the New Year. We will reopen Monday\, January 4th\, at 10am.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dpl-closed-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261231T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261231T140000
DTSTAMP:20251215T182358Z
CREATED:20251215T182358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T182358Z
UID:10001481-1798711200-1798725600@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:DPL CLOSES AT 2PM
DESCRIPTION:Decatur Public Library will close at 2pm today for New Year’s Eve.  We will be closed all day on Friday\, January 1st\, and Saturday\, January 2nd\, in observance of the new year.  We will reopen Monday\, January 4th\, at 10am.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dpl-closes-at-2pm/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261227
DTSTAMP:20251215T181810Z
CREATED:20251215T181738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T181810Z
UID:10001479-1798070400-1798329599@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:DPL CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:Decatur Public Library is CLOSED Thursday\, December 24th\, Friday\, December 25th\, & Saturday December 26th\, in observance of Christmas.  We will reopen Monday\, December 28th\, at 10am. \n 
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dpl-closed-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T120000
DTSTAMP:20261013T205436Z
CREATED:20261013T205436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T205436Z
UID:10001824-1795860000-1795867200@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:LEGO Morning
DESCRIPTION:At LEGO Morning\, we have our LEGO bricks out in the Youth Services Room for kids of all ages to stop by and create a masterpiece at their leisure.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/lego-morning-7/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Children age 8+,Teens,Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261128
DTSTAMP:20251215T181455Z
CREATED:20251215T181455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T181455Z
UID:10001478-1795651200-1795823999@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:DPL CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:Decatur Public Library is CLOSED Thursday\, November 26th\, and Friday\, November 27th\, in observance of Thanksgiving.  We will reopen Saturday\, November 28th\, at 10am.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dpl-closed-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261124T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261124T110000
DTSTAMP:20261013T205146Z
CREATED:20261013T205146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T205146Z
UID:10001823-1795516200-1795518000@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Family Story Time: Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:Family Story time is for Story Time attendees and Book Babies attendees. We read books\, say poems\, sing songs and have an activity that goes along with the theme. \nThis session’s theme is Thanksgiving!
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/family-story-time-thanksgiving/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Babies & their caregivers,Children,Family Programming,Toddlers (ages 1-4),Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261123T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261123T173000
DTSTAMP:20261013T204815Z
CREATED:20261013T204815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T204815Z
UID:10001822-1795447800-1795455000@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Tweens & Teens: Game On
DESCRIPTION:Tweens & Teens (ages 11 – 17) are invited to bring your favorite board game and a friend for an afternoon of games & fun!
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/tweens-teens-game-on/
LOCATION:Story Hour Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261218T170000
DTSTAMP:20261015T181318Z
CREATED:20261015T181245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T181318Z
UID:10001829-1795428000-1797613200@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:DPL's 2nd Annual Crane Photo Contest-Submissions Accepted
DESCRIPTION:This contest is for adults (18+). \nIf you’ve taken a photograph of a crane (sandhill or whooping) in North Alabama in the past year\, you can enter of Crane Photo Contest.  Photos will be judged by a panel of photographers on originality\, composition\, technical skill\, and impact. \nIf you are interested you can find the complete submission guidelines at www.myDPL.org/cranes.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dpls-2nd-annual-crane-photo-contest-submissions-accepted/
LOCATION:DPL Marketing & Outreach Office
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T113000
DTSTAMP:20261013T204431Z
CREATED:20261013T204431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T204431Z
UID:10001821-1795084200-1795087800@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Time: Toys!
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Time is a time for toddlers to grow in their early literacy skills.  This Toddler Time is all about toys and is designed for toddlers aged 1 – 4.  \n(Older siblings and younger siblings are welcome\, but they need to understand that this is designed for ages 1-4.)
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/toddler-time-toys-3/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Toddlers (ages 1-4)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T140000
DTSTAMP:20261013T152818Z
CREATED:20261013T152818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T152818Z
UID:10001811-1795003200-1795010400@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:FYI Series - Holiday Peace: Taking Care of Your Mental Health During the Holiday Season
DESCRIPTION:The holidays can bring a lot of joy\, but they can also come with stress\, family pressures\, grief\, loneliness\, financial worries\, and the feeling that we have to do it all. During our time together\, we’ll talk about practical and realistic ways to care for our mental and emotional well-being throughout the season. We’ll touch on setting healthy boundaries\, managing expectations\, working through difficult emotions\, and giving ourselves permission to slow down and experience the holidays in a way that feels healthy and meaningful. \nAll adults are welcome to this free program. \nJetaun Bailey\, LPC-S\, CSC is a doctorate-level counselor\, assessor\, Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor\, certified school counselor\, and college professor who provides community-based mental health services focused on emotional wellness\, stress\, and prevention. As part of her community work\, she provides contract counseling through the Family Matters Grant\, a prevention initiative funded through the Children’s Trust Fund of Alabama and locally housed under Decatur Youth Services\, offering confidential\, no-cost preventive counseling to individuals and families in the community.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/fyi-series-holiday-peace-taking-care-of-your-mental-health-during-the-holiday-season/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/FYI-18NOV2026-FRONT-PAGE.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T110000
DTSTAMP:20261013T203053Z
CREATED:20261013T203053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T203053Z
UID:10001815-1794997800-1794999600@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Book Babies: Community Helpers - Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Book Babies is a story time for babies from birth to 3 years old. This program is great way to encourage early literacy in our youngest readers. We sing songs\, do bouncing rhymes\, and read books. \nThis month’s Book Babies theme is all about our Community Helpers.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/book-babies-community-helpers-teachers/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Babies & their caregivers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T110000
DTSTAMP:20261013T202620Z
CREATED:20261013T202620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T202620Z
UID:10001813-1794911400-1794913200@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Story Time:  Letter of the Week - Q q
DESCRIPTION:In Story Time\, we sing songs\, say poems\, and read books about a specific theme. We will also have an activity to go along with the theme. This month\, Story Time will be going through the alphabet \nChildren of all ages are welcome.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/story-time-letter-of-the-week-q-q/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ages 3 - 5 & their adults,Children,Toddlers (ages 1-4)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20251215T181207Z
CREATED:20251215T181207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T181207Z
UID:10001477-1794355200-1794441599@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:DPL CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:Decatur Public Library is CLOSED in observance of Veterans Day.  We will reopen  Thursday\, November 12th\, at 10am.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dpl-closed-13/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/CLOSED-Veterans-Day-2026.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T110000
DTSTAMP:20261013T204223Z
CREATED:20261013T204223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T204223Z
UID:10001820-1794306600-1794308400@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Family Story Time: DINOvember
DESCRIPTION:Family Story time is for Story Time attendees and Book Babies attendees. We read books\, say poems\, sing songs and have an activity that goes along with the theme. \nThis session’s theme is DINOvember!
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/family-story-time-dinovember/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ages 3 - 5 & their adults,Babies & their caregivers,Children,Children age 8+,Family Programming,Toddlers (ages 1-4)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/YS-Family-Story-Time-10NOV.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T120000
DTSTAMP:20261013T204025Z
CREATED:20261013T204025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T204025Z
UID:10001819-1794222000-1794225600@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Dentist Show & Tell
DESCRIPTION:Come and meet a real community helper! Ask all your questions about going to the dentist and learn more about what dentists & hygienists do. \nPresented by Alabama Pediatric Dental Associates and Orthodontics
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dentist-show-tell/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ages 3 - 5 & their adults,Children,Children age 8+,Toddlers (ages 1-4),Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/YS-Dentist-Show-Tell-9NOV.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T170000
DTSTAMP:20261013T203721Z
CREATED:20261013T203721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T203721Z
UID:10001818-1793894400-1793898000@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:LEGO Hour: Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:At LEGO® Hour\, we meet in the Community Room (upstairs) for a 45-minute build session. This month we challenge you to build your favorite thing about or your favorite food on Thanksgiving. At the end\, you can show off your creation to the other builders.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/lego-hour-thanksgiving/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Children age 8+,Teens,Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/YS-LEGO-Hour-5NOV.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260903T162755Z
CREATED:20260903T162755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T162755Z
UID:10001787-1793887200-1793890800@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Author Talk with Alys Locke
DESCRIPTION:Author Alys Locke will talk about her latest release\, Raynor and Rose\, and her first year as an author of contemporary romance stories.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/author-talk-with-alys-locke/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Alys-Lock-5NOV2026.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T113000
DTSTAMP:20261013T204519Z
CREATED:20261013T203445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T204519Z
UID:10001817-1793874600-1793878200@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Time - Dinosaurs!
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Time is a time for toddlers to grow their early literacy skills. We will have songs\, an activity\, and a craft around our theme: dinosaurs! \nThis program is designed for toddlers ages 1 – 4.  For this session\, we’ll have dinosaur-themed puzzles\, activities\, and a sensory bin.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/toddler-time-dinosaurs/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Toddlers (ages 1-4)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/YS-Toddler-Time-Dinos-5NOV.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T170000
DTSTAMP:20261013T203254Z
CREATED:20261013T203254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T203254Z
UID:10001816-1793808000-1793811600@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Youth Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Youth Book Club is for kids ages 8 and up.  We discuss our books\, have an activity\, and receive our next book challenge.  Kids should prepare for this book club by reading this month’s challenge: a book about an ancient civilization OR space exploration.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/youth-book-club-3/
LOCATION:Story Hour Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children age 8+
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/YS-Youth-Book-Club-4NOV.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T110000
DTSTAMP:20261013T202851Z
CREATED:20261013T202851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T202851Z
UID:10001814-1793788200-1793790000@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Book Babies: Community Helpers - Librarians
DESCRIPTION:Book Babies is a story time for babies from birth to 3 years old. This program is great way to encourage early literacy in our youngest readers. We sing songs\, do bouncing rhymes\, and read books. \nThis month’s Book Babies theme is all about our Community Helpers.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/book-babies-community-helpers-librarians/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Babies & their caregivers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/YS-Book-Babies-4NOV.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T113000
DTSTAMP:20261013T202403Z
CREATED:20261013T202403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T202403Z
UID:10001812-1793701800-1793705400@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Story Time: Letter of the Week - P p
DESCRIPTION:In Story Time\, we sing songs\, say poems\, and read books about a specific theme. We will also have an activity to go along with the theme. This month\, Story Time will be going through the alphabet. \nChildren of all ages are welcome. 
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/story-time-letter-of-the-week-p-p/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Babies & their caregivers,Children,Children age 8+,Toddlers (ages 1-4)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/YS-Story-Time-3NOV.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T210000
DTSTAMP:20261006T150704Z
CREATED:20261006T150704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T150704Z
UID:10001809-1793638800-1793653200@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:DPL Outreach - Día de Los Muertos
DESCRIPTION:DPL is excited to be a part of this.  Be sure to look for us at the festival!\n\n DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS — DOWNTOWN DECATUR  November 2\, 2026 | 5 PM–9 PM\nCorazón y Cultura invites our ENTIRE community — toda nuestra comunidad — to join us for one of Downtown Decatur’s most meaningful cultural traditions \nDía de los Muertos is more than a festival… It is a moment to remember\, honor\, learn\, celebrate and come together…\nWhether this tradition has been part of your family for generations or you’ve simply wondered what Día de los Muertos is truly about\, we welcome you…\n Experience traditional and local vendors Enjoy delicious food Listen to live music Experience our Catrina Contest Cheer on our signature Dance Contest Bring the little ones to our Kid Zone Visit our Community Altar and bring a photo of a loved one — or even a beloved pet — who is no longer with us\nAnd please make time to step inside the Alabama Center for the Arts  Students from schools throughout Decatur City will have beautiful altars on display that they designed and created themselves… Walk through\, admire their work and see how our younger generations are learning about and honoring this beautiful tradition…\nThis is what makes Día de los Muertos in Downtown Decatur so special…\nIt’s not simply an event to attend… It is a place where memories are shared\, loved ones are remembered\, culture is celebrated and neighbors who may know nothing about this tradition are welcomed in to learn…\nBring your familia… Bring your friends… Bring a photograph… Bring a memory \nCome spend the evening with us and experience the one-of-a-kind Día de los Muertos festival that Downtown Decatur has come to know and love…\nTodos son bienvenidos  Everyone is welcome…\n Downtown Decatur November 2\, 2026 5 PM–9 PM\nConnecting Hearts\, Honoring Heritage…Conectando Corazones\, Honrando Nuestra Herencia…
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dpl-outreach-dia-de-los-muertos/
LOCATION:Downtown Decatur
CATEGORIES:Adults,Ages 3 - 5 & their adults,Babies & their caregivers,Children,Children age 8+,Family Programming,Special Needs Community,Teens,Toddlers (ages 1-4),Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/DPL-Outreach-Dia-de-los-Muertos.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T183000
DTSTAMP:20260929T191931Z
CREATED:20260929T191931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T191931Z
UID:10001808-1793291400-1793298600@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:DPL Outreach - CAPNA's Weatherization Trunk-or-Treat
DESCRIPTION:DPL will be at this event giving out candy and library information.  Come and see us! \n\nWhat can you expect?\n\n\n Community Resources\n Program & Agency Information\n DIY weatherization tips\n Energy audits exhibits\n and most importantly…..CANDY!\n\n\nWant to participate or need more information?\n\n\nAngela Ingram\, Energy Director\n256-260-3116\n\n\nMarilyn Millan\, WX Resource Specialist\n256-260-3115
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dpl-outreach-capnas-weatherization-trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:CAPNA\, 1909 Central Parkway SW\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601
CATEGORIES:Babies & their caregivers,Children,Children age 8+,Teens,Toddlers (ages 1-4),Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T113000
DTSTAMP:20260918T215127Z
CREATED:20260918T215127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T215127Z
UID:10001804-1793269800-1793273400@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Time - Toys
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Time is a time for toddlers to grow in their early literacy skills.  This Toddler Time is all about toys and is designed for toddlers aged 1 – 4.  (Older siblings and younger siblings are welcome\, but they need to understand that this is designed for ages 1-4.)
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/toddler-time-toys-2/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Toddlers (ages 1-4)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T113000
DTSTAMP:20260918T215016Z
CREATED:20260918T215016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T215016Z
UID:10001803-1793183400-1793187000@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Story Time & Trick-or-Treat Train
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Trick-or-Treat Train! We will start off with a not-so-spooky Halloween Story Time. After that\, we will trick-or-treat throughout the library’s main area.  Costumes are very much encouraged!  Don’t forget to bring a bag or bucket for the goodies you’ll collect from the librarians.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/halloween-story-time-trick-or-treat-train/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ages 3 - 5 & their adults,Babies & their caregivers,Children,Children age 8+,Toddlers (ages 1-4),Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/YS-Halloween-Story-Time-ToT-Train-28OCT.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T183000
DTSTAMP:20261014T151623Z
CREATED:20261014T151623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T151623Z
UID:10001825-1793035800-1793039400@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:What is Día de los Muertos?
DESCRIPTION:This program will introduce you to Corazón & Cultura (Heart and Culture) and explore the meaning behind Día de los Muertos\, including why and how it is celebrated.  \nYou will learn about the traditional ofrenda (offering)\, the significance of each item and how these meaningful traditions help families honor and remember loved ones who have passed. You will also have an opportunity to ask questions. \nAll ages are welcome to this free\, educational\, and engaging event.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/what-is-dia-de-los-muertos/
LOCATION:Decatur Public Library-Main Area
CATEGORIES:Adults,Ages 3 - 5 & their adults,Babies & their caregivers,Children,Children age 8+,Family Programming,Teens,Toddlers (ages 1-4),Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Dia-de-los-Muertos-FRONT-PAGE.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T143000
DTSTAMP:20260918T214638Z
CREATED:20260918T214638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T214638Z
UID:10001802-1792850400-1792852200@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Story Time: Halloween
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Story Time is designed for school-aged kids. We read stories to go along with the theme\, say poems\, and have an activity. \nThis month’s theme is Halloween.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/saturday-story-time-halloween/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ages 3 - 5 & their adults,Babies & their caregivers,Children,Children age 8+,Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/YS-Saturday-Story-Time-24OCT.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260929T191455Z
CREATED:20260929T191455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T191455Z
UID:10001807-1792688400-1792695600@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:DPL Outreach - Decatur Fire & Rescue Special Needs Spooktacular
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dpl-outreach-decatur-fire-rescue-special-needs-spooktacular/
LOCATION:City of Decatur Fire & Police Training Center\, 4119 Old Hwy 31\, Decatur\, AL\, 35603
CATEGORIES:Special Needs Community
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DPL-Outreach-DFR-Spooktacular-2026.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T213432Z
CREATED:20260918T213432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T213432Z
UID:10001796-1792578600-1792580400@mydpl.org
SUMMARY:Book Babies: Community Helpers - Helper Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Book Babies is a story time for babies from birth to 3 years old. This program is great way to encourage early literacy in our youngest readers. We sing songs\, do bouncing rhymes\, and read books. \nThis month’s Book Babies theme is all about our Community Helpers.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/book-babies-community-helpers-helper-dogs/
LOCATION:DPL Youth Services Room\, 504 Cherry Street Northeast\, Decatur\, AL\, 35601-1970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Babies & their caregivers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mydpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/YS-Book-Babies-21OCT.png
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