Durham Public Library http://www.durhamlibrary.org Durham Public Library in Durham, CT Fri, 18 Apr 2014 00:56:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.2 Plant Exchange/Sale http://www.durhamlibrary.org/plant-exchangesale/ http://www.durhamlibrary.org/plant-exchangesale/#comments Sat, 12 Apr 2014 15:57:58 +0000 cshirshac http://www.durhamlibrary.org/?p=4186 Read More >>]]> The Annual Plant Exchange/Sale will be held on Saturday, May 10th. Plants can be dropped off at the library on Thursday, Friday or before 9:30 am on Saturday. Plants should be in pots and labeled. We will be delighted to accept houseplants, perennials, herbs, annuals and shrubs.

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Library Hours: Closed Fri. April 18, Open Sat. April 19, 10-5 http://www.durhamlibrary.org/library-hours-closed-fri-april-18-open-sat-april-19-10-5/ http://www.durhamlibrary.org/library-hours-closed-fri-april-18-open-sat-april-19-10-5/#comments Thu, 10 Apr 2014 14:40:36 +0000 cshirshac http://www.durhamlibrary.org/?p=4178 Read More >>]]> Closed, Good Friday, April 18. Open Saturday, April 19, 10-4.

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Teen Summer Internship Available http://www.durhamlibrary.org/teen-summer-internship/ http://www.durhamlibrary.org/teen-summer-internship/#comments Tue, 08 Apr 2014 20:05:40 +0000 kgardiner http://www.durhamlibrary.org/?p=4167 Read More >>]]> Two paid internships for young adults are available for this summer.

The interns will be assisting with the Summer Reading Program and providing a leadership role for our teen volunteers this summer.  See full job description below~

 

Durham Public Library Summer Intern Position

Requirements: 

1. Between the ages of 15 and 18 and entering grades 10-12 in September 2014

2. Must be available May 24th 2:00-4:00pm for Intern Workshop 1, June 7th 1:00-3:00pm for Intern Workshop 2, June 21st 2:00-3:00pm for Volunteer Orientation 1, June 26th 3:00-4:00pm for Volunteer Orientation 2, be available to work 5-6 hours per week between June 30th and August 9th, and available August 14th 1:45-3:15 for the Volunteer Appreciation Picnic.

Responsibilities:

1. Leading the teen volunteers at the Summer Reading Desk by helping with their orientation, making sure they understand their duties, and coordinating the Summer Reading Desk schedule.

2. Working at the Summer Reading Desk themselves to help register patrons, record books read, use the online tracker, give out prizes/raffle tickets, keeping statistics, and answer questions.

3. Assisting staff with library programs related to the Summer Reading Program.

4. Collaborating with their fellow intern and the Young Adult Librarian to spearhead a special project to benefit the library.

To Apply:

1. Fill out the Town of Durham job application.

2. Fill out the Durham Library Teen Internship form.

3. Write a cover letter introducing yourself and in 250-500 words explain why you are pursuing this internship and how you will demonstrate leadership for your peers.

Staple together all three pieces of paper or place in a folder and drop off at the Durham Public Library for Karyn Gardiner, Young Adult Librarian by Saturday, May 3rd at 5:00pm.

internship poster

Town of Durham Job Application

Durham Library Teen Internship Form

(If you have trouble opening these files or printing them, copies of the application forms are available at the library)

If you meet the requirements for the internship the Library will contact you for an interview.

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CHICAGO – The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), has awarded 20 libraries the 2014 Summer Reading Teen Intern Grant.

The grant is possible through the generous sponsorship from The Dollar General Literacy Foundation. Each grant is worth $1,000.

The grant will allow libraries to hire teen interns who will assist in the implementation of their summer reading programs. It is also a great opportunity that allows teens to gain real world work experience, as well as develop professional skills and a work ethic.

The grant recipients are as follows:

  • Amanda Barnhart, Trails West Branch Library; Kansas City, Mo.
  • Amanda Jackson, Gadsden (Ala.) Public Library
  • Angela Bates, Thornton Library; Oxford, N.C.
  • Becky Arenivar, Prescott (Wis.) Public Library
  • Cole Zrostlik, Saint Croix Falls (Wis.) Public Library
  • Jennifer Warren, Longview (Texas) Public Library
  • Jennifer McQuown, Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach; West Palm Beach, Fla.
  • Karyn Gardiner,  Durham (Conn.) Public Library
  • Lisa Wegner, Trimble County Public Library; Bedford, Ky.
  • Lori Easterwood, Sacramento (Calif.) Public Library
  • Marianne Follis, Irving (Texas) Public Library
  • Melissa Aragon, Petit Branch of Onondaga County Public Library; Syracuse, N.Y.
  • Melissa Naseman, Shelby County Libraries; Sidney, Ohio.
  • Patricia VanArsdale, Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library; Zionsville, Ind.
  • Rosalee Pituch, Rebecca M. Arthurs Memorial Library; Brookville, Pa.
  • Samantha Helmick, Burlington (Iowa) Public Library
  • Samantha Marker, Mount Laurel (N.J.) Library
  • Sarah Potwin, LaGrange Association Library; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
  • Silence Bourn, Seminole County Public Library Northwest Branch; Lake Mary, Fla.
  • Summer Kosuge, Northbrook (Ill.) Public Library

To learn more about the grant and summer reading, please visit the Summer Reading & Learning website, an online space where educators, library workers and out-of-school-time providers can find and share helpful summer reading and learning resources.

For years, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation has provided Youth Literacy Grants to schools, public libraries, and nonprofit organizations in hopes to provide assistance in implementing and expanding literacy programs for youth. For more information about Dollar General and its Youth Literacy Grants, visit www.dollargeneral.com

For more than 50 years, YALSA has worked to build the capacity of libraries and librarians to engage, serve and empower teens.  For more information about YALSA or to access national guidelines and other resources go to www.ala.org/yalsa, or contact the YALSA office by phone, (800) 545-2433, ext. 4390, or e-mail, yalsa@ala.org.

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Kristan Higgins Book Talk & Signing http://www.durhamlibrary.org/kristan-higgins-book-talk-signing/ http://www.durhamlibrary.org/kristan-higgins-book-talk-signing/#comments Thu, 27 Mar 2014 20:15:04 +0000 cmichaud http://www.durhamlibrary.org/?p=4144 Read More >>]]> Thursday, May 15th, 7:00pm

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Kristan Higgins will appear at the Durham Public Library on Thursday, May 15th, at 7:00pm.  She’ll talk the latest books in her charming and romantic Blue Heron series, The Perfect Match and Waiting on You!  The books will be available for purchase.

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Classic Movie Matinees http://www.durhamlibrary.org/classic-movie-matinees/ http://www.durhamlibrary.org/classic-movie-matinees/#comments Mon, 24 Mar 2014 19:38:34 +0000 vkilmartin http://www.durhamlibrary.org/?p=4103 Read More >>]]> The Durham Public Library will be hosting a Classic Movie Matinee every Thursday at 1:30pm, starting April 10th. This film series is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
 
The series will present the following films this spring:
 
April 10th Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) starring Marilyn Monroe & Jane Russell, 91 minutes
 
April 17th High Noon (1952) starring Gary Cooper & Grace Kelly, 85 minutes
 
April 24th Vertigo (1958) starring James Stewart & Kim Novak, 128 minutes
 
May 1st The Apartment (1960) starring Jack Lemmon & Shirley MacLaine, 125 minutes
 
May 8th 12 Angry Men (1957) starring Henry Fonda, 96 minutes
 
May 15th Casablanca (1942) starring Humphrey Bogart & Ingrid Bergman,102 minutes
 
May 22nd Singin’ in the Rain (1952) starring Gene Kelly & Debbie Reynolds, 103 minutes
 
May 29th To Kill A Mockingbird (1962) starring Gregory Peck, 129 minutes
 
June 5th Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961) starring Audrey Hepburn & George Peppard, 115 minutes
 
June 12th A Fistful of Dollars (1964) starring Clint Eastwood, 99 minutes
 
June 19th Stage Door (1938) starring Katharine Hepburn & Ginger Rogers, 92 minutes
June 26th His Girl Friday (1940) starring Cary Grant & Rosalind Russell, 92 minutes
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April 14th to 17th http://www.durhamlibrary.org/april-vacation-programs/ http://www.durhamlibrary.org/april-vacation-programs/#comments Sat, 22 Mar 2014 20:47:26 +0000 cmichaud http://www.durhamlibrary.org/?p=4100 Read More >>]]> Children’s Programs

Movie Matinee — Disney’s Frozen (all ages). Monday, April 14 at 2:30 p.m. Registration required — call (860) 349-9544.

Bedtime Storytime (ages 2—5 years). Monday, April 14 at 7:00 p.m. Wear your PJs! Drop in — No registration required.

Princesses & Pirates Party (Ages 2 —5 years). Tuesday, April 15 at 10:30 a.m. Stories, games and crafts about princesses and pirates. Registration required — call (860) 349-9544.

Rhythm Makers (Ages 3—6 years). Wednesday, April 16 at 10:30 a.m. Learn about rhythm and pitch through dance, instruments, props, and giggles. Registration required — call (860) 349-9544.

Rainbow Loom (Ages 7—12 years). Wednesday, April 16 at 2:00 p.m.Share your skills with other kids, learn something new from a friend… no matter what your skill level, we know you’ll have fun! Please bring your own loom and hook; we will provide multicolored bands and c-clips. Drop in — No registration required.

Snap Circuits (Ages 8–12). Thursday, April 17 at 6:30 p.m. Learn about electricity and build your own simple circuits with safe, snap-together parts and easy to follow instructions. Registration required — call (860) 349-9544.

 

 

Programs sponsored by PALS — The Public Association of Library Supporters

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Learn the Art of Zentangle http://www.durhamlibrary.org/learn-art-zentangle/ http://www.durhamlibrary.org/learn-art-zentangle/#comments Tue, 18 Mar 2014 22:43:51 +0000 cshirshac http://www.durhamlibrary.org/?p=4087 Read More >>]]> Pat Hartz Miller, CZT, will  present the workshop “Learn the Art of  Zentangle”on Thursday, May 8, 6:30-9:00 pm. Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing method of drawing beautiful, repetitive patterns and is often described as a meditative at form. Registration is required and a $5.oo materials fee will be collected at the workshop.

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Free Soup & Salad Luncheon for Seniors http://www.durhamlibrary.org/free-soup-salad-luncheon-seniors/ http://www.durhamlibrary.org/free-soup-salad-luncheon-seniors/#comments Mon, 17 Mar 2014 15:36:00 +0000 Trish Connolly http://www.durhamlibrary.org/?p=4082 Read More >>]]> The Durham Senior Citizens Board and the Durham Public Library Board have teamed up to celebrate spring by inviting all Durham seniors to a soup & salad luncheon on Friday, April 4th at noon at the Library. Reservations are necessary and should be made before noon on April 2nd by calling Amanda Pedersen, Social Services Director, at 860-349-3153.  This will be the first of a series of First Friday Luncheons for Seniors. The luncheon is generously funded by the Durham Senior Citizens Board, with food provided by Perk On Main.

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Nutmeg at Night Gameshow http://www.durhamlibrary.org/nutmeg-night-gameshow/ http://www.durhamlibrary.org/nutmeg-night-gameshow/#comments Sat, 08 Mar 2014 18:29:32 +0000 cmichaud http://www.durhamlibrary.org/?p=4053 Read More >>]]> Thursday, March 13th at the Durham Public Library

Just how well do you know this year’s Nutmeg nominees? Form a team with your friends to answer trivia questions about all ten books.  Audience members can act as ‘life lines!’ Bring the whole family!

Grades 4 to 6 — 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Grades 7+ — 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Pick up your registration form at the Durham Library, the Levi Coe Library, or at Memorial Middle School.

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