Summer Fun 2025

Level Up at Your Library this summer! Starting June 13th, come by to choose your summer reading buddy. While you’re here, don’t forget to grab your summer reading gameboard ( pre-K), Read & Bead log (K-5), or BINGO card (gr.6-Adult). No need to rush – logging begins on June 16th ( and, of course, backdating is permitted!). Click HERE for more info!

  • Are you 13+ looking to volunteer? Go HERE
  • Looking for a specific age range? Click the buttons below.

If you have any questions or comments, please reach out to Alex Klaus at aklaus@durhamlibrary.org or call us at 860-349-9544


All Ages & Family Events


Bubble Breaks

Tuesdays 7/8 & 7/22 at 10 am

Outside, weather permitting, no rain dates.

Join us for Bubble Break! Fun for all ages, we gather on the front lawn (weather permitting, no rain dates). On July 8th, make your own bubble wand, and on July 22nd, experience GIANT bubbles. Don’t forget to register for each meeting. Limited to 40 seats. Registration opens two weeks before each meeting.

Registrations open at 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Registrations open at 10:00 AM Tuesday, June 24, 2025


Kid Tag Sale

Saturday, July 12, 2025

(Rain Date: August 2, 2025)
Set up: 9:00–10:00 AM | Sale: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: Durham Public Library

A sale where only kids can sell, but anyone can buy. We are looking for sellers ages 5-18 (ages 12 & under must have a parent).

Seller Registration:

Opens June 21 at 10 am. Register online through the library’s calendar or call 860-349-9544.

Sellers, please bring:

  • Kid’s items only
  • A blanket and/or table
  • Items marked with prices
  • A parent if under 13
  • Plan to take home any unsold items and move cars after unloading.

Secret Lives of Owls 

Thursday, July 24th

6 pm

Join us for an exciting evening with Blue Moon Raptors as we uncover the Secret Lives of Owls! Get up close with incredible birds of prey, including a Red-tailed Hawk, Great Horned Owl, Barred Owl, and Eastern Screech Owl. Learn about their unique adaptations, hunting techniques, and the vital role they play in the ecosystem. Suggested ages: 5 & up – Families & adults welcome. Registration is required – Space is limited.

Registrations open at 6:00 PM on Thursday, July 10, 2025


Life-Size Candy Land- Reserved Spot Edition

Wednesday July 16th 

Every 40 minutes.


An interactive family adventure at the library

Join us for a life-size version of the classic board game, set up throughout the lower level of the library. Move from space to space, meet sweet characters, and race to the end in this fun, family-friendly experience.

Families must register to play if they’d like a specific time. Don’t need a specific time? Join us on July 17th at any time between 10 am and 7 pm for a Drop-in Play Candy Land Day.

Time slots available :

One registration per family. Space is limited. Registration begins July 1st at 9am.

Families must register to play if they’d like a specific time; otherwise, join us on July 17th at any time for a drop-in day!


Passive Drop-in Events – No Registration Needed



Grades K-2 & 3-5 Events


Lemonade & Crafts

Mondays at 6 pm 

6/30, 7/7, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4
Enjoyed Cocoa & Crafts? Sign up for the summer version. Kids entering Grades 3 and up in the Fall of 2025 can join Miss Alex on Monday evenings this summer to make crafts and share some lemonade. Registration is required for each meeting.

Opens 7/7 at 6 pm

Opens 7/14at 6 pm

Opens 7/21 at 6 pm


LEGO Robotics Gr. 1-2

Wednesdays at 10 am 

7/2, 7/9, 7/30

Kids in Grades 1-2 as of Fall 2025 can build and program a simple robot using LEGO Spike Essential Robotics kits. Please register for each meeting individually. Registration opens two weeks before each session.

Registrations open at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Registrations open at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Registrations open at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 16, 2025


LEGO Robotics Gr. 3 & Up

Wednesdays at 2pm 

7/2, 7/9, 7/30

Kids in Grades 3+ as of Fall 2025 can build and program a simple robot using LEGO Spike Essential Robotics kits. Please register for each meeting individually. Registration opens two weeks before each session.

Registrations open at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Registrations open at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Registrations open at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, July 16, 2025


Science Surfers: Grades K–2

Thursdays at 4:30 pm

7/3, 7/10, 7/31

Join Miss Alex for some fun science activities for kids of all abilities. This event is open to all kids entering Grades K-2 in the Fall of 2025. Registration is required for each meeting. 

Registrations open at 4:30 PM Thursday, June 19, 2025

Registrations open at 4:30 PM on Thursday, June 26, 2025

Registrations open at 4:30 PM Thursday, July 17, 2025


Science Surfers Grades 3-5

Thursdays at 6:15pm

7/3, 7/10, 7/31

Kids entering Grades 3-5 in the Fall of 2025 are invited to join Miss Alex for some science fun! Registration required. Registration opens 2 weeks before each session. Participants must register for each session they’d like to attend.

Registrations open at 6:15 PM Thursday, June 19, 2025

Registrations open at 6:15 PM Thursday, June 26, 2025

Registrations open at 6:15 PM Thursday, July 17, 2025


Teen & Tween Escape Room

 Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test! Step into a mysterious escape room set in an art gallery, where players must crack clues, unlock secrets, and beat the clock! Each session is designed for specific age groups, with no adults participating unless noted. Registration required. Registration begins July 24th at 6 pm for all dates.

Thursday, August 7
6:00 PM – Tween Escape Room
For Grades 5–8 (players only, no adults)

Thursday, August 7 7:15 PM – Teen Escape Room
For Grades 8–12 (players only, no adults)

Friday, August 8
11:30 AM – Family Escape Room
For Grades 2–4 (must participate with an adult)

Friday, August 8 4:45 PM – After Hours Escape Room
For Grades 5–8 (players only, no adults)

Saturday, August 9
11:30 AM – Escape Room
For Grades 4–6 (players only, no adults)

Saturday, August 9 1:30 PM – Escape Room
For Grades 6–8 (players only, no adults)


Minecraft Potions Grades K-2

Monday 8/11

4 PM

Brew Minecraft potions in real life! Kids in Grades K-2 as of the Fall of 2025 are welcome to register for this fun Minecraft-themed science activity. Registration required.

Registrations open July 28th at 4pm . 


Minecraft Potions Grades 3+

Monday 8/11

6 PM
Brew Minecraft potions in real life! Kids in Grades 3 and up as of the Fall of 2025 are welcome to register for this fun Minecraft-themed science activity. Registration required.

Registrations open July 28th at 6pm.


LEGOlympics

Saturday, 8/16/25

3 PM

Get ready to unleash your inner builder and compete in the ultimate LEGO challenge – LEGOlympics! Join us for a series of timed events that will test your LEGO skills. From lightning-fast speed builds to creative theme challenges, LEGOlympics promises fun for everyone in 1st grade and up as of the Fall of 2025.  Let the building begin! Registration is required.

Registrations open at 3:00 PM on Saturday, August 2, 2025 


Pre-K Events


All Ages Storytime

Thursdays at 9:30 am

7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21

Registrations open at 9:00 AM Friday, June 13, 2025


Toddler Time: Art & Science Surprise

Fridays at 10:30 am

7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1.

Join Miss Kristen or Miss Alex every Friday at 10:30 AM for a fun, hands-on activity perfect for curious kids ages 2 and up (siblings welcome!). Whether it’s art, science, or a bit of both, each week’s activity will be a surprise revealed on the day of. Some programs may be outside—dress for mess! Registration is required and opens 2 weeks before each event. Space is limited to 12 children.

Registrations open at 10:30 AM Friday, June 27, 2025

Registrations open at 10:30 AM Friday, July 4, 2025

Registrations open at 10:30 AM Friday, July 11, 2025

Registrations open at 10:30 AM Friday, July 18, 2025


Bubble Breaks

Tuesdays 7/8 & 7/22 at 10 am

Outside, weather permitting, no rain dates.

Join us for Bubble Break! Fun for all ages, we gather on the front lawn (weather permitting, no rain dates). On July 8th, make your own bubble wand, and on July 22nd, experience GIANT bubbles. Don’t forget to register for each meeting. Limited to 40 seats. Registration opens two weeks before each meeting.

Registrations open at 10:00 AM Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Registrations open at 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 8, 2025