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SUMMARY:FYI Series - AUTHOR TALK:  Travel Books & More
DESCRIPTION:with Connie Pearson \n\n\n\nConnie Pearson has authored 6 books\, including her latest Take the Drive on 65: Where Every Exit Has a Story and 100 Things To Do in Huntsville and North Alabama Before You Die. She will talk about her books\, answer questions\, and have books available for purchase. \nConnect with her on Facebook and visit her website.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/author-talk-travel-books-more/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Happily Ever After at DPL
DESCRIPTION:*Registration is REQUIRED for this free program*  THIS PROGRAM IS FULL.  \nLearn about romance from the local authors who write it\,get free swag\, and maybe win a door prize!
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/happily-ever-after-at-dpl/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:FYI Series - Emotional Intelligence in Everyday Life: Building Awareness\, Connection\, and Intentional Communication
DESCRIPTION:presented by Jetaun Bailey\, LPC-S\, CSC \nThis discussion will explore Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other neurodivergent experiences as dealt with by adults in an accessible\, less clinical way.  This month we will expand the conversation into broader emotional intelligence skills\, including awareness\, relationships\, and communication. This will complete the discussion started in our June session\, but previous attendances is not required to come to this one. All are welcome!
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/fyi-series-emotional-intelligence-in-everyday-life-building-awareness-connection-and-intentional-communication/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T120000
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SUMMARY:FYI Series: Red\, White\, and Blue Devotional Book Talk
DESCRIPTION:with Becky Alexander \nAuthor Becky Alexander will discuss the latest volume in her Coffee with God devotional series\, Coffee with God (Volume 6): 31 Red\, White\, and Blue Devotions.  The book includes thirty-one patriotic devotions\, a daily scripture\, personal story\, prayer\, and place to write your own thoughts. Attendees will also learn about the 13 folds of the American flag and get to try it themselves\, highlighting the devotion called “The Tattered Flag.” \nBooks will be available for purchase. \n 
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/fyi-series-red-white-and-blue-devotional-book-talk/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:FYI Series - Navigating Emotions in Real Time: Practical Tools for Regulation and Response
DESCRIPTION:presented by Jetaun Bailey\, LPC-S\, CSC \nThis discussion will explore Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other neurodivergent experiences as dealt with by adults in an accessible\, less clinical way. This month we will focus more on in-the-moment emotional regulation and coping. It is a continuation of last month’s discussion\, but you did not have to attend that one to benefit from this session. All are welcome!
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/fyi-series-navigating-emotions-in-real-time-practical-tools-for-regulation-and-response/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Dino Origami
DESCRIPTION:Kids ages 8 and up can learn to make 3 different origami dinosaurs. \nAll supplies provided.  This program is free.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/dino-origami/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children age 8+,Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
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SUMMARY:FYI Series - Different Ways of Thinking: Understanding Attention and Focus
DESCRIPTION:presented by Jetaun Bailey\, LPC-S\, CSC \nThis discussion will explore Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other neurodivergent experiences as dealt with by adults in an accessible\, less clinical way. Instead of focusing on diagnoses\, we will examine these topics through an everyday lens that connects to how people think\, feel\, and function in daily life.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/fyi-series-different-ways-of-thinking-understanding-attention-and-focus/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:FYI Series:  Little Known History of Martha Washington's Life and Times
DESCRIPTION:presented by Betty Bolté \nDid you know that the eighteenth century was a time of innovation and discovery? Martha Washington saw a lot of interesting\, entertaining\, and surprising events and exhibits during her life though most people are unaware of them. Author Betty Bolté will share some of the rather surprising events and innovations Martha witnessed that Betty uncovered in her research of the first First Lady’s life and times. \n 
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/fyi-series-little-known-history-of-martha-washingtons-life-and-times/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:FYI Series - Mental Health Matters: Reducing Stigma &  Promoting Mental Wellness
DESCRIPTION:presented by Jetaun Bailey\, LPC-S\, CSC\nMay is recognized as National Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States\, a time dedicated to raising awareness\, reducing stigma\,and promoting mental wellness across communities. \nFrom 10am – 11:30am\, Dr. Bailey will be set up in the library with books\, informational resources\, and small giveaways that patrons can take with them—items that support reflection\, coping\, and overall wellness. \nAt noon\, she will lead a discussion in the Community Room focused on mental health awareness. This will include sharing accessible and relevant statistics related to common mental health concerns\, while also creating space for open dialogue. The information will be presented in a way that feels relatable and grounded—allowing participants to connect the data to real-life experiences\, ask questions\, and engage in meaningful conversation.  \nAll adults are welcome to this free program.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/fyi-series-mental-health-matters-reducing-stigma-promoting-mental-wellness/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:FYI Series:  Have You Ever Truly Loved Yourself?
DESCRIPTION:presented by Jetaun Bailey\, LPC-S\, CSC \nThis is the final session of our series exploring anxiety.  In previous sessions\, we’ve discussed anxiety and perfectionism and how they can impact peace\, spirituality\, love\, and forgiveness.  This presentation will bring it all together by focusing on our relationship with ourselves and how self-compassion can help shift those patterns.  All are welcome and previous attendance is not required.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/fyi-series-have-you-ever-truly-loved-yourself/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T120000
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SUMMARY:FYI Series:  Radon Basics
DESCRIPTION:with Nick Swindall & Jessica Morris  from the Office of Radiation Control  \nNick Swindall\, Director\, and Jessica Morris\, Program Coordinator\, for the Office of Radiation Control at the Alabama Department of Public Health will present this program about Radon gas.  The Alabama Radon Program seeks to educate and provide resources to the communities in Alabama to learn about radon\, its effects\, and how they can mitigate their radon exposure and risk for lung cancer. \n 
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/fyi-series-radon-basics/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T170000
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SUMMARY:LEGO Hour: Easter
DESCRIPTION:Kids of all ages are welcome to come-and-go to build something fantastic with our LEGO® bricks. \nThis month’s challenge: build something with an Easter theme!
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/lego-hour-easter/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T130000
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SUMMARY:FYI Series: WHEN PERFECT ISN’T PEACE - How Perfectionism Fuels Anxiety and  Blocks the Spiritual Practice of Love and Forgiveness
DESCRIPTION:presented by Jetaun Bailey\, LPC-S\, CSC \nThis session will explore how perfectionism fuels anxiety through fear of failure\, shame\, and harsh self-criticism.   The goal is to provide both psychological insight and practical\, non-denominational\, spiritual tools so participants leave feeling empowered and reconnected to inner peace. \nComplete information here.
URL:https://mydpl.org/event/fyi-series-when-perfect-isnt-peace-how-perfectionism-fuels-anxiety-and-blocks-the-spiritual-practice-of-love-and-forgiveness/
LOCATION:DPL Community Room\, 504 Cherry St.\, NE\, Decatur\, 35601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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