504 Cherry Street
Decatur, Al 35601
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The Quilt Show is on display during regular library hours: Monday - Thursday, 10am - 6pm; Friday, 10am - 5pm; & Saturday, 10am - 4pm; Sunday, CLOSED Vote for your favorite through Monday, Oct. 26th (6pm). Viewers’ Choice winner ribbons will be placed on Tuesday, October 27th. 
a reading program for kids up to age 17 Read books. Get prizes. Scan the QR code to register and enter the program code: 1e0f1. Make sure to enter the correct birth date so you are in the right age group. If you have any questions, the Youth Services desk will be happy to help!
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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. You 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 […] |
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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. |
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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.) 
DPL will be at this event giving out candy and library information. Come and see us! What can you expect? Community Resources Program & Agency Information DIY weatherization tips Energy audits exhibits and most importantly.....CANDY! Want to participate or need more information? Angela Ingram, Energy Director 256-260-3116 Marilyn Millan, WX Resource Specialist 256-260-3115 |
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DPL is excited to be a part of this. Be sure to look for us at the festival! DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS — DOWNTOWN DECATUR November 2, 2026 | 5 PM–9 PM Corazón y Cultura invites our ENTIRE community — toda nuestra comunidad — to join us for one of Downtown Decatur’s most meaningful cultural […] |
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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. Children of all ages are welcome. |
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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. This month’s Book Babies theme is all about our Community Helpers. 
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. |
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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! This program is designed for toddlers ages 1 - 4. For this session, we’ll have dinosaur-themed puzzles, activities, and a sensory bin. 
Author Alys Locke will talk about her latest release, Raynor and Rose, and her first year as an author of contemporary romance stories. 
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. |
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Come and meet a real community helper! Ask all your questions about going to the dentist and learn more about what dentists & hygienists do. Presented by Alabama Pediatric Dental Associates and Orthodontics |
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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. This session’s theme is DINOvember! |
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Decatur Public Library is CLOSED in observance of Veterans Day. We will reopen Thursday, November 12th, at 10am. |
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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 Children of all ages are welcome. |
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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. This month’s Book Babies theme is all about our Community Helpers. 
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 […] |
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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.) |
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This contest is for adults (18+). If 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. If you are interested you can find the […] 
Tweens & Teens (ages 11 - 17) are invited to bring your favorite board game and a friend for an afternoon of games & fun! |
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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. This session’s theme is Thanksgiving! |
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Decatur Public Library is CLOSED Thursday, November 26th, and Friday, November 27th, in observance of Thanksgiving. We will reopen Saturday, November 28th, at 10am. |
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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. |
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