Health & Fitness
Upcoming Kids' Programs at the Durham Public Library
Touch-a-Truck Event (all ages). Wednesday, July 10 at 10:30 a.m. The Durham Town crew will be bringing some digging equipment for you to explore! We will meet in the rear parking lot. Call (860) 349-9544 to register.
Language Workshops for Children (ages 7 to 10 years). Wednesdays, July 3 to Aug. 7 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Led by Coginchaug High School senior Kasi Whitaker, this program uses games, songs, stories, and crafts to teach basic vocabulary and an appreciation for foreign languages in a fun and interesting way. Languages featured are Spanish – July 3 & 24, French – July 10 & 31, and Latin – July 17 & Aug 7. Come to just one or all six! Call (860) 349-9544 to register.
Critter Caravan (ages 3 and up). Wednesday, July 17 at 10:30 a.m.: Meet a variety of small animals, from hedgehogs to turtles, in this hands-on program. Call (860) 349-9544 to register.
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Underland Quest (ages 8 to 12). Wednesday, July 17 at 6:30 p.m. Demonstrate your knowledge of the Gregor the Overlander series at this fun quest event. Books in the series are available at the circulation desk — the more you read, the better your chances! Call (860) 349-9544 to register.
Drop-In Story Programs (no registration required)
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Mondays, July 1 to August 5 at 10:30 a.m.: Little Diggers (ages 18 to 36 months). This program features simple stories and songs for toddlers and their parents or caregivers.
Mondays, July 8 to August 5 at 7:00 p.m.: Bedtime Storytime (ages 2 to 5 years). Bedtime stories, gentle music, and sing-along time. Wear your PJs!
Tuesdays, July 2 to August 6 at 10:30 a.m.: Growing Readers (ages 3 to 6 years). Stories, songs, and craft activities!
Thursdays, June 6 to September 6 at 4:30 p.m.: Farmers’ Market Storytime on the Durham Green (all ages). In the case of inclement weather, come on over to the library to pick out a book or two!
Thursdays, July 11 to July 25 at 7:00 p.m.: The Bookworms (ages 7 to 10 years). Stories and crafts for older kids.