Author Archives: Lauren Redfield

New Resource: Newsbank

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Newsbank offers access to news and information from reliable news sources spanning the U.S., including the Hartford Courant, the Town Times, USA Today, Boston Herald, Chicago Sun-Times, and thousands more.

This resource is available to Durham Public Library cardholders 24/7 on any device, in addition to being available to all patrons at the Durham Public Library.

Click here to check out all that’s available with Newsbank!

You can also find Newsbank under the Digital Resources tab on our website.

We’re hiring!

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Position:

  • Library Page/Shelver
  • 7.5 hours per week /$16.35 per hour

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Applicable library experience

Required Competencies:

  • Ability to read, write, and alphabetize
  • Ability to learn the Dewey Decimal system and other library filing systems
  • Familiarity with office computer applications
  • Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patrons.
  • Attention to detail

Essential Functions:

  • Returns items to shelf accurately
  • Assists with maintaining order of collection
  • Assists with creating displays
  • Assists with preparations for library programs
  • Assists with maintaining order and cleanliness of library
  • In addition to essential functions, all employees are expected to carry out other duties as assigned

To apply please complete the online application form (see below) and email it to Lauren Redfield, Library Director, at lredfield@207.210.128.11. Deadline for submission is 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 30.

Application formDownload

Children’s Room Update

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The Children’s Room will be closed for a refresh starting December 1, with a planned reopening of January 20, 2026.

During this time, a small browsable children’s collection will be available on the lower level. Limited programming, for patrons of all ages, will be offered during this time as the shelving and remaining collection will be stored in our adult programming room.

Looking for a specific book or item? Please feel free to place holds so that the title can be delivered from another library or visit a nearby library. The front desk can help you with any requests either in person or over the phone at 860-349-9544.

Need an activity? Check out our museum passes or register for a take-home kit while the space is being updated.

Thank you for your patience while we refresh our Children’s Room!

Check out our new library app!

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We are thrilled to announce we now have an app for the Durham Public Library!

What’s in the app?

  • A digital version of your library card –
    • Got your phone? Then you’ve got your library card with you!
  • Access to family library cards –
    • You can attach your family members’ cards to your account, so you always have them with you!
  • Access to all of your account information –
    • See what you have checked out, what you have on hold, pay fines
  • Scroll upcoming events and register for them easily
  • Find information on how to reach and contact other LION libraries
  • And more!

To download the app, search “libraries online” in the Apple or Android app stores. You will then be prompted to select your library and enter your library card information.

Apple app store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/libraries-online/id6739070221

Android app store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.capiratech.leo&hl=en_US

Spanish Conversation Group

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Expand your speaking skills by practicing the language in a welcoming atmosphere. This event, hosted by fluent Spanish speaker Marilyn Horn, meets twice each month on Zoom. New participants always welcome – please email Julie Rio at jrio@207.210.128.11 for information.

Looking for more language learning resources? Check out Transparent Language, our online language learning tool.

Why Wait? Download an Ebook or Audiobook Right Now

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The Library offers a wide variety of free e-books, digital magazines and audiobooks, and streaming music and video, all available with your Durham Public Library card and many available instantly.

OverDrive/Libby
Best-selling and award-winning fiction and nonfiction books, audiobooks, and magazines. You may borrow up to 10 items at a time. Over 3,000 popular magazines are available, with no wait lists and no item limits. Use the “Available Now” filter to find currently available items.

hoopla
Always available movies, TV shows, music, books, comics, and audiobooks. You may borrow up to 4 items per calendar month.

The Palace Project
Thousands of free eBooks and audiobooks from the Connecticut State Library and Durham’s digital collections in the Palace Project app. 

Thank You, Veterans!

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Come personalize a thank you gift to our veterans! Stop by the circulation desk on Veterans Day (Nov. 11) and make a packet thanking veterans for their “roll” in our country! Packets will be dropped off at nearby VFW halls.

The Library will be open 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, November 11.