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Summer of Learning, June 14-July 30, 2021

Expanded hours starting Tuesday, 7/20 - details at the link

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Main Library reopening Tuesday, July 20 at 2pm

Biblioteca Principal reapertura martes, 20 de julio a las 2 p.m.

Tweens & teens: make origami! Virtual program July 28, 3-3:30pm. Register online & pick up your packet of origami paper at the East Regional Library info desk

Verano de aprendizaje, colas y cuentos - 14 de junio a 30 de julio 2021. Hacer un clic aquí para más información

Books Among Friends online bookstore - the Friends of the Durham Library

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Listen and Draw Escuchar y Dibujar - con Molly y Monica

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Fourth Wednesday Book Club

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 • 10:00am - 11:00am

Registration required

Wacky Wednesday - Weekly Online Family Fun!

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 • 10:30am - 11:00am

Virtual Funtime with Mr. Joel

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 • 11:00am - 11:30am

Registration required

Homeschool Learning Lab -- Summer Camp

Thursday, July 29, 2021 • 10:00am - 11:00am

Registration full. Join the waitlist

The Retirement Crew

Thursday, July 29, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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