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Drop-In Family Storytime In-Person

All Ages Families listen to stories and sing songs together in a playful environment. Please contact us if you require any accessibility accommodations.
Date:
Saturday, April 20, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Central Library - First Floor Fireplace Area, Central Library
Audience:
  Preschoolers     Children     Family  
Categories:
  Drop-In Program     Family  
Drop-In Family Storytime

All the Little Birdies go Tweet Tweet Tweet In-Person

Grades 3–8 Celebrate Earth Day by make an im-peck-able birdhouse for our fine feathered friends! Please note, this program does require the use of a hammer (or tools). Safety goggles will be...  More
Date:
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Time:
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Rossland Branch, Rossland Branch
Audience:
  Children  
Registrations are fully booked!
All the Little Birdies go Tweet Tweet Tweet

Babies, Music and Movement In-Person

Infants from birth to 18 months with caregivers Enjoy our playful approach to literacy-rich songs, stories and action rhymes. Please contact us if you require any accessibility...  More
Date:
Monday, April 22, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Brooklin Branch - Fireplace area, Brooklin Branch
Audience:
  Preschoolers     Children     Family  
Categories:
  Drop-In Program     Early Literacy/Learning     Family     Storytime  
Babies, Music and Movement

Toddler Time In-Person

Children Aged 19-35 months with caregivers Enhance language development for your child through stories, songs and movement in an engaging environment. Child must be the required age before the...  More
Date:
Monday, April 22, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Central Library - Children's Program Room, Central Library
Audience:
  Preschoolers     Children     Family  
Categories:
  Drop-In Program     Family  
Toddler Time

Newcomer Settlement Services In-Person

Supporting newcomers, immigrants and their families in their settlement journey. Community Development Council Durham (CDCD) offers confidential, culturally sensitive information, referral services,...  More
Date:
Monday, April 22, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
12:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Central Library - Meeting Room 2, Central Library
Audience:
  Adults     Teens     Preschoolers     Children     16+     14+     19+     Family  
Categories:
  Community Information     Newcomers  
Newcomer Settlement Services

Fireside Stitchers In-Person

Ages 18+ Gather around the fireplace to socialize and stitch! This is an informal circle for knitting, crochet and needlepoint; all skill levels are welcome! Bring your own supplies and share your...  More
Date:
Monday, April 22, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location:
Brooklin Branch - Fireplace area, Brooklin Branch
Audience:
  Adults  
Categories:
  Crafts and DIY     Drop-In Program  
Fireside Stitchers

Lego Club In-Person

Grades JK–4 Bring your imagination to this exciting and creative program. Learn, build and play with our LEGO bricks. Caregivers are encouraged to stay with younger children. Please contact us if...  More
Date:
Monday, April 22, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location:
Brooklin Branch - Program Room, Brooklin Branch
Audience:
  Children     Family  
Categories:
  Drop-In Program     Family     STEAM  
Lego Club

Preparing for Death In-Person

This interactive program features a conversation about the benefits of talking openly about death. A certified Death Doula will talk about their role, how they are trained to assist with end-of-life...  More
Date:
Monday, April 22, 2024
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Central Library - Meeting Room 1, Central Library
Audience:
  Adults     19+  
Categories:
  Community Information  
Registration Type:
Register to attend in-person
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Preparing for Death

Fluff ‘n’ Fold In-Person

Have loads of fun making a decorative accessory for your laundry room—using the Cricut cutting machine. Basic computer and fine motor skills are required. Materials will be supplied. Register in...  More
Date:
Monday, April 22, 2024
Time:
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location:
Brooklin Branch - Program Room, Brooklin Branch
Audience:
  Adults  
Categories:
  Crafts and DIY     Discovery Zone  
Registration has closed.
Fluff ‘n’ Fold

Numbers, Rhymes and Storytimes In-Person

Children Aged 3-4 Expand your children's language, number familiarity and encourage their school readiness. Child must be the required age before the program starts. Register online, in...  More
Date:
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Central Library - Children's Program Room, Central Library
Audience:
  Preschoolers     Children  
Categories:
  Early Literacy/Learning     Storytime  
Registration has closed.
Numbers, Rhymes and Storytimes

Toddler Time In-Person

Children Aged 19-35 months with caregivers Enhance language development for your child through stories, songs and movement in an engaging environment. Child must be the required age before the...  More
Date:
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Rossland Branch, Rossland Branch
Audience:
  Preschoolers     Children     Family  
Categories:
  Drop-In Program     Family     Storytime  
Toddler Time

Babies, Movement and Music In-Person

Infants from birth to 18 months with caregivers Enjoy our playful approach to literacy-rich songs, stories and action rhymes. Please contact us if you require any accessibility...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Central Library - Children's Program Room, Central Library
Audience:
  Preschoolers     Children     Family  
Categories:
  Drop-In Program     Family  
Babies, Movement and Music

Numbers, Rhymes and Storytimes In-Person

Children Aged 3-4 Expand your children's language, number familiarity and encourage their school readiness. Child must be the required age before the program starts. Register online, in...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Brooklin Branch - Program Room, Brooklin Branch
Audience:
  Preschoolers  
Categories:
  Family     Storytime  
Registration Type:
Register to attend in-person
Register!
Numbers, Rhymes and Storytimes

Numbers, Rhymes and Storytimes In-Person

Children Aged 3-4 with caregivers Expand your children's language, number familiarity and encourage their school readiness. Register online, in person or by calling any location. Child must...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:30am - 11:00am
Location:
Rossland Branch, Rossland Branch
Audience:
  Preschoolers     Children     Family  
Categories:
  Early Literacy/Learning     Storytime  
Registration has closed.
Numbers, Rhymes and Storytimes

Harm Reduction Services with John Howard Society In-Person

Drop by our community information booth at our Central Library to explore Harm Reduction with the John Howard Society! At the booth, you'll find: 💡 Insights on harm reduction strategies and...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Central Library - Lobby - Information Booth 2
Audience:
  Adults     Teens     Children     16+     14+     19+     Family  
Categories:
  Community Information  
Harm Reduction Services with John Howard Society

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