Events

Driving the Green Book with Alvin Hall

Alvin Hall.

Library Fest 2026 Keynote Speaker

Internationally renowned financial educator, television and radio broadcaster, and bestselling author

In conversation with Adrienne Nirdé

April 24, 2026, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Register for Driving the Green Book

At the Durham County Main Library

300 N. Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27701

Friends of the Durham Library present: A Conversation with Sarah Vowell

Sarah Vowell.

New York Times bestselling author of seven nonfiction books on American history and culture

April 23, 2026, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Register for A Conversation with Sarah Vowell

At the Durham County Main Library

300 N. Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27701

Storytelling with Willa Brigham

Willa Brigham.

Fun for all ages!

Emmy Award-winning host of the children’s educational television show Smart Start Kids

April 25, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Register for Storytelling with Willa Brigham

At the Durham County Main Library

300 N. Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27701

Paperhand Puppet Project presents “A World of Wonder!”

A group of children reach their hands toward the bill of a majestic larger-than-life bird puppet.

A whimsical and interactive showcasing of creatures and characters from Paperhand’s 26 year history that celebrates the wild wisdom of our world

April 20, 2026
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
1 – 2 p.m.
Register for “A World of Wonder!”

At the Durham County Main Library

300 N. Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27701

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Monday

Paperhand Puppet Project presents “A World of Wonder!”

Monday, April 20, 2026 • 11:00am – 12:00pm

Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)

Preschool STEAM Storytime: Let’s Learn About Airplanes!

Monday, April 20, 2026 • 11:15am – 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Rd)

Turn your Memories into Poems

Monday, April 20, 2026 • 11:00am – 12:30pm

East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane)

Paperhand Puppet Project presents “A World of Wonder!”

Monday, April 20, 2026 • 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)

Adventures in Crafting: Pinwheels!

Monday, April 20, 2026 • 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Rd)

Stars, Stripes and Pretzel Bites

Monday, April 20, 2026 • 4:30pm – 5:30pm

Bragtown Branch Library (3200 Dearborn Dr)

Tweens & Teens: Create a Journal for Your Story

Monday, April 20, 2026 • 5:00pm – 6:00pm

East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane)

Right to Read Day

Monday, April 20, 2026 • 10:00am – 7:00pm

Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)

Jigsaw Puzzles: The Stories They Tell Us about U.S. History and Us

Monday, April 20, 2026 • 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Rd)

Stories from the Water and the Land: Sustaining Communities

Monday, April 20, 2026 • 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)

Tuesday

DCIA Resource Fair

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • 11:00am – 1:00pm

Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)

The Stories That Built Durham

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Bragtown Branch Library (3200 Dearborn Dr)

Make Your Own Bookmarks with Poetry Fox + Snacks

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • 4:00pm – 5:30pm

Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)

North Regional Community Garden Work Day!

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • 5:00pm – 6:00pm

North Regional Library (221 Milton Rd)

Illusion of Inclusion: Read the Fine Print

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • 5:30pm – 6:30pm

South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave)

Shelf Sessions w/ Freedom

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • 6:30pm – 7:00pm

Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)

Southern News, Southern Politics: How A Newspaper Defined A State For a Century

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • 6:00pm – 7:15pm

Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)

Wednesday

When Sally Met Harry: The Chance Meeting that Birthed a Field of American Medicine

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 • 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Virtual

Earth Day: Animal Spot-a-Thon (Citizen Science Month)

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 • 6:00pm – 7:45pm

South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave)

Library Fest Mid-Week Reading Challenge

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 • All day

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Why people love Library Fest

“The programming was truly amazing and inspiring. The program guide. Tressie Cottom McMillan. Zelda Lockhart. Great speakers all around. The gardening and horticulture kick off. Great job y’all!”

“I was impressed with the various programs and offerings you provided. There was something for everyone.”

“Thanks for putting on programs that excite our little ones!”

“I loved the session and I’m glad DCo Library offers such a diverse (in topics, speakers, types of events) lineup of events.”

“It was a gift to feel like the entire city was unified in celebration of one of our most beloved institutions.”