Category Archives: Featured

Looking for a Job?

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Free Online Career Assistance

JobNow™ provides library patrons with a host of services to help in every step of the job search process.  Job coaches are available to help patrons with any and all job search-related questions.  In addition to helping beginning job seekers pinpoint their desired career field, coaches can also provide constructive suggestions on resumes, help write a professional cover letter, and give live interview practice and feedback.

The link is available 24/7/365 in the library or from your home — click here or on the JobNow! icon on the left-hand side of the Library website home page.

Looking for a job? Use the Career Resources to begin your job search. Create your resume and get expert feedback. Prepare for your interview.

Not sure how to start your job search? Use eParachute to help you discover the career of your dreams.

Writing your resume? Begin by using one of the templates or the document builder in OptimalResume. Then use our Resume Lab to send it to a job coach and receive feedback and revisions to help strengthen your resume. FREE Online Career Assistance

Prepare for your interview. Read through our tips and connect with a live job coach to get ready for your interview.

Going back to school? Want to brush up on academic skills? Select “Adult Learners” from the menu to access GED prep, US Citizenship Test prep, resume assistance, Microsoft Office support, and Career Resources. Maestros en español disponible

We love our PALS!

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PALS, the Friends of the Durham Public Library, raises funds for library programs, technology, equipment, and staff education. Founded in 1986, PALS is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

Our goal is to promote awareness of all that the Durham Public Library offers and raise funds for services not included in the town budget. PALS contributions are aimed at a broad spectrum of ages and interests, so everyone can benefit from the library. We welcome donations as well as hands-on help and ideas that will keep the Durham Public Library as the heart of our town and bring value to every library user.

Some of our contributions include:

  • Programs for adults and children
  • Museum passes
  • Summer reading challenges
  • Annual book sale
  • Annual fundraisers
  • Community events
  • New furnishings for the library

PALS Meetings

PALS meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm in the library. Check this website for cancellations or special meeting notices. Membership is free, and meeting attendance is encouraged but not required.

Want to Learn More?

Interested in learning more? Please fill out the Information Form and we will get back to your promptly.

Monday, October 28 at 6:00 p.m.

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Join us for an engaging and educational exploration into the mysterious world of cryptids and cryptozoology! This program kicks off with an informative presentation that delves into the fascinating realm of cryptids—creatures from folklore and legend—and the science of cryptozoology. We’ll also touch on some intriguing historical tidbits.

Next, author Patrick Scalisi will dive into a captivating reading from his book, Connecticut Cryptids: A Field Guide to the Weird and Wonderful Creatures of the Nutmeg State. Whether featuring local legends like the Higganum Mucket from Haddam or other intriguing stories, this segment will bring these enigmatic creatures to life.

The event wraps up with a lively Q&A session, where you can delve deeper into the world of cryptids and cryptozoology. Plus, there will be an opportunity to purchase books and art prints by the book’s illustrator, Valerie Ruby-Omen.

This program is open to all ages, though we recommend parental guidance due to the discussion of “monsters.” 

Click Here to Register

Homebound Delivery Service

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The Durham Public Library provides books and other materials for residents of Durham who are physically unable to visit the library because of a temporary or permanent disability.

How to apply: Applicants should complete the Durham Public Library Homebound Delivery Application and a reading interest form. Click here to complete the form online or call us at (860) 349-9544, ext. 5 to request a physical form.

How is delivery arranged?  Materials will be delivered by a library representative on a schedule convenient for the library, but no more than once per month. When we receive your enrollment form, we will contact you to discuss delivery.

What are the borrowing guidelines? Any circulating item may be borrowed by our homebound patrons, with a limit of 25 items per delivery. There is no fee for the delivery service and overdue fees will not be charged. The Library’s standard fee schedule shall apply for damaged or lost items.

For more information: Please contact Christine Michaud at (860) 349-9544, ext. 5 or cmichaud@durhamlibrary.org if you have questions about this service.

Book A Study Room

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Looking for a place to meet? The Library has two study rooms for 1-4 people for the purpose of quiet study and discussion.

Please note that the rooms are not soundproof — please keep conversation to a low volume. Noise-reducing headphones may be borrowed at the circulation desk.

  1. Patrons must be 12 years old or older to reserve a study room.
  2. Groups or individuals may reserve a study room for a maximum of 2 hours per day.
  3. Reservations are limited to one per day, per group and may be reserved up to one week in advance.
  4. If it has not been reserved, patrons may remain in a room beyond their scheduled time, but must vacate it when a new patron signs in.
  5. Please check in at the circulation desk.
  6. The library is not responsible for equipment, supplies, materials or any other items owned by an individual or group used in the study rooms. Personal items may not be stored in the study rooms.
Reserve a Study Room

Submitting a reservation indicates acceptance of the Library’s Room Reservation Policies.

In addition to the study rooms, the Study Zone also includes a “laptop bar” and comfortable seating with device charging and flip up tablet desks. Just plug your device in and get to work. This area is past the circulation desk, where DVDs were previously.

New Resource – AtoZ World Travel

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Planning a trip? The Durham Public Library is pleased to announce that it has recently added AtoZ World Travel to its online reference offerings. This new library resource includes 202 world city travel guides covering 67 topics each. The travel guides cover a multitude of topics that are of interest to those planning their international travel. Topics include pre-trip planning, points of interest, excursions, neighborhoods, restaurants, nightlife, as well as health and safety.

Anyone can access AtoZ World Travel using the library’s computers, and Durham patrons can access it from anywhere in the world from the library’s portal at www.durhamlibrary.org or directly at AtoZ World Travel with their library card.

AtoZ World Travel was designed for world travelers, schools and universities, global businesses, and anyone who wants to prepare for their trip abroad.

New Kids Database: Educate Station

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Full Curriculum For Grades K-5 .

Explore this resource here:

Educate Station

Weekly / Monthly Learning Plans & Worksheets in;
• ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
• MATH
• SCIENCE
• SOCIAL STUDIES
• SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL)

Great for homeschooling families, extra practice for kids and parents , and substitute teacher lesson plans.

Free access to lesson plans and printable worksheets inside the library ( no card or account needed) and with your Durham library card from home.