Adult Programs

Collaged Bookcovers for Special Journals

Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Transform the front and back covers of an ordinary composition notebook by creating a beautiful collage on each side and inside as well. Playing with decorative papers, glue, pen, templates, and rubber stamps, you will complete your fun and personalized, unique design. All supplies will be provided.

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Open Mic Night 

Join us for a Poetry Open Mic Night with Durham Poet Laureate Leslie Bulion! Bring your favorite poem or an original poem to share. A sign-up sheet will be available for local poets to share one poem (max 5 minutes), up to 14 readers.

Registration is encouraged, and walk-ins are welcome! 

Come celebrate the arts in our community with an evening of poetry!

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Hydrangea Relief Painting in Polymer Clay 

Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join artist Deb Jaffe and create a faux hydrangea flower that is so lifelike that your friends will wonder how it’s lasting so long! Your frameable artwork will be the envy of all your friends. No experience is required. All tools and materials are included. 

  Registrations open at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Register Here starting May 27th at 6pm

Connecticut’s Forgotten Relationship with the High Seas 

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Connecticut’s economy was built largely on ocean-based enterprises, such as whaling and shipbuilding. Not only does Connecticut have a storied history with the high seas, it’s also home to 19 picturesque lighthouses that dot the state’s shoreline. Program presented by Mike Allen, producer and host of the “Amazing Tales About History” podcast.

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Durham Public Library Book Club
Meets at the library once a month on Mondays at 6:30 pm.
Click here for a list of upcoming discussions.

French Conversation Group
Meets monthly on the first Thursday of the month from 5:00 to 6:30 pm, via Zoom. Expand your speaking skills by practicing the language in a welcoming atmosphere. Open to all levels of speakers. Email Lauren at lredfield@durhamlibrary.org for registration information.

Spanish Conversation Group
Meets biweekly on Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 pm, via Zoom. Expand your speaking skills by practicing the language in a welcoming atmosphere. Open to all levels of speakers. Email Lauren at lredfield@durhamlibrary.org for registration information.

Our special programs and events are sponsored by PALS: The Friends of the Durham Public Library.