Upcoming Events & Activities at DeKalb County Public Libraries
Published Mar 29, 2008
(Updated Mar 30, 2008)
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Author Talks
  William Chace joins us for another in the popular “University in the Library” series. This will be the first of two lectures to help readers better understand and appreciate the work of James Joyce. Monday, March 31, 7:15 PM, Decatur Library
 Joshilyn Jackson is back with a new novel, The Girl Who Stopped Swimming. It’s southern-flavored, packed with spice and plenty of secrets and a winning humor. Tuesday, April 1, 7:15 PM Decatur Library
Dr. Carol Gilligan, acclaimed author of the landmark book In A Different Voice and Harvard's first professor of Gender Studies, is the author of a debut work of fiction, Kyra. Wednesday, April 2, 7:30 PM, Wordsmiths (545 N. McDonough St., Decatur)
Gary Moore tells a powerful, moving story of an unknown member of the Greatest Generation in his new book, Playing with the Enemy: A Baseball Prodigy, A World at War, and A Field of Broken Dreams. Thursday, April 3, 7:15 PM Decatur Library |
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4th Annual Friends of Scott Candler Spelling Bee Competition
The FOSC Spelling Bee is geared toward third grade students who enjoy the art of spelling and competition. Prizes will include a spelling bee trophy, cash prize, and books! All participants are required to register by calling 404/286-6986. Spelling Bee rules and a study guide will be mailed to participants. Saturday, May 10, Noon-3:30 PM, Scott Candler Library |
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 Musical Bookings@ the Decatur Library
ConunDrums. Bring the family to enjoy West African rhythm and drumming with ConunDrums, an all-woman percussion ensemble. This music is part of an oral tradition passed down through generations. Armed with drums, songs, stories and dance, they invite you to grab a shaker or shake your booty and share in the joy of the drumming community. Wednesday, April 2, 7:00 PM, Decatur Library |
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