Durham Public Library

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We're excited that Summer Reading is starting soon! You can start logging your books on June 15th. Click below to see al...
05/30/2026

We're excited that Summer Reading is starting soon! You can start logging your books on June 15th. Click below to see all the fun programs we have planned!
https://durhamlibrary.org/home/summer2026/

What are you reading today❓
05/29/2026

What are you reading today❓

Join us for a fascinating program about Connecticut's archaeology!⛏ Retired State Archaeologist Nicholas Bellantoni will...
05/27/2026

Join us for a fascinating program about Connecticut's archaeology!⛏ Retired State Archaeologist Nicholas Bellantoni will demonstrate how below-ground excavations in CT can teach us about our history and the people who made it.

⛏️Tuesday, June 9th at 6 PM. Please register here: https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/16757391?hs=a

Thank you to all our library families who joined us for a very soggy Memorial Day🇺🇸 parade! And a huge thank you to Jon ...
05/25/2026

Thank you to all our library families who joined us for a very soggy Memorial Day🇺🇸 parade! And a huge thank you to Jon Herzig and Herzig Family Tree Farm for driving us!

The Library is closed today, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. We’ll re-open tomorrow, May 26, at 9:00 AM.
05/25/2026

The Library is closed today, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. We’ll re-open tomorrow, May 26, at 9:00 AM.

05/23/2026

🦕Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy and Dr. Sarah Tops! Learn some fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans. Featuring life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets, this show blends science, storytelling and imagination. It’s an unforgettable field trip through time—without ever leaving your seat!

🦖This exciting event will be held on Saturday, June 20th at 1 PM. Registration opens Monday, June 1st at 10 AM! https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/15942622

The Library will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. We’ll re-open on Tuesday, May 26th at 9:0...
05/21/2026

The Library will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. We’ll re-open on Tuesday, May 26th at 9:00 AM.

PALS, Friends of the Durham Public Library, invites you to join us for a totally sweet time sampling desserts🍰 reference...
05/20/2026

PALS, Friends of the Durham Public Library, invites you to join us for a totally sweet time sampling desserts🍰 referenced in books!📚You’ll get some information on each book that inspired a recipe, and get to chat with fellow library- and dessert-lovers.

🍰The event will be held on Sunday, June 7 from 1 pm – 3pm at the Durham Public Library. $25 per person. Hope you'll join us!

📚Please register here: https://bit.ly/433Mamp

Do you enjoy discovering new recipes and sharing great food? Then come join us at our next Cookbook Club on Friday, June...
05/19/2026

Do you enjoy discovering new recipes and sharing great food? Then come join us at our next Cookbook Club on Friday, June 5th at 12:00 PM!

This month's cookbook is “Barefoot Contessa at Home” by Ina Garten. Copies of the book are available at the library's front desk. Please register here: https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/16755966

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Durham, CT
06422

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