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At the Library: Teen Time, Computer Training, Lego Fun
Family-oriented "Terrific Tuesday Cinema" at Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg will feature "The Karate Kid" July 5.
All DeKalb County libraries are closed today for the Fourth of July holiday, but don’t worry: the fun doesn’t stop at Stone Mountain branches after the fireworks end. The three local libraries serving Stone Mountain-Redan have some entertaining and educational programs planned this week:
Wednesday, July 6, 10 am-12 pm: Mouse, Computer and Keyboard Basics for adults ages 18 and up with no previous computer experience ( some ability to type is required). Please call ahead after the holiday to see if space is still available, as registration began June 27 and the program is open to the first 12 participants. Phone: 404-508-7170.
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Tuesday, July 5, 2-3:30pm: Terrific Tuesday Cinema will feature The Karate Kid. This rated PG film runs 140 minutes. The program is for families. Children 5 years and younger must be accompanied by a parent or teen.
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Saturday, July 9, 2pm-3pm: Kids ages 5-12 will get a kick out of building with Legos at this program led by Germaine Schweibinz, who will provide the Legos and help you be creative. Get there early: Admission tickets will be available 15 minutes prior to the event.
This program is open to first 25 participants. Groups of 5 or more should call the branch for an appointment.
Tuesday, July 5, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm: REDA Teen Tuesday for kids ages 13 to 17. Bring a snack and enjoy a movie classic (call the library for this week’s title). Phone: 770-482-3821.
Wednesday, July 6, 11 am-11:45 am: Time for Tales, for children ages 3 to 5 years. Stories are on the One World, Many Stories summer theme, and will be about animals known all over the world. A theme-related craft will follow each storytime.
Normal hours of operation: The three libraries serving Stone Mountain -- Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg, Redan-Trotti, and Hairston Crossing -- are all closed on Sundays; open from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, and from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday.
*Please note, all DeKalb County libraries are closed for the Fourth of July holiday.
Addresses and phone numbers:
• Hairston Crossing, 4911 Redan Road, Stone Mountain, 30088
Phone: 404-508-7170
• Redan-Trotti, 1569 Wellborn Road, Lithonia, 30058
Phone: 770-482-3821
• Stone Mountain-Sue Kellogg, 952 Leon Street, Stone Mountain, 30083
Phone: 770-413-2020