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iPhone Tips and Tricks to Keep You Safe and Connected

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Darien Senior Center at Offsite
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

In this class for iPhone users, you will learn how to enable iPhone features to enhance your personal safety and stay connected to loved ones. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Walkers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Park Storytimes: Highland Farm

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland Farm at Offsite
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Babies, Walkers, Preschool

Join us for storytime at Highland Farm, where we'll wiggle and laugh along to action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

1894 Day Crafternoon

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary

Join us for a drop-in crafternoon in celebration of our Annual Day of Giving, 1894 Day. Children can decorate their own bookmarks that can be used for their next great read.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

A Butterfly's Life

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool

Join us as we read and learn about the life cycle of a butterfly with a story and a craft.

Ages 3 to 6.

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Knit One, Crochet Too

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leroy Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all fiber artists! Whether you're a casual knitter, an expert crocheter, or dabble in loom weaving, join us as we create and chat. Bring your projects, get tips, and learn from one another. All skill levels welcome. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Walkers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Tom Weber Music

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Community Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Kids, Walkers, Preschool

Tom's performances are filled with original songs as well as traditional favorites plus interactive movement, props, singing, and lots of dancing! Kids will move, sing, feel confident, and have fun.

This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group

The Friday Thing

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Lounge at Darien Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Play
Age Group:
Tweens & Teens

Stop by the Teen Lounge for this drop-in hangout session. We'll have snacks, crafts, and games on hand to help you unwind at the end of the week, and usher in good vibes for the weekend! 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

LEGO Free Play!

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Games & Play
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary

Calling all LEGO lovers!

Join us for an afternoon of free play where you can build with LEGOs to your heart's content. We provide the LEGO pieces and you can provide the imagination.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Walkers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Saturday Storytimes

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Babies, Walkers, Preschool

This storytime for families will include some of our favorite books, fingerplays, and songs.

All Ages. No registration is required!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cross Stitch and Embroidery Group

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Leroy Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to our weekly group for cross stitch, embroidery, needlepoint, and all other needlework!

Bring a work-in-progress and join us for an hour of camaraderie and craft.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Walkers" group

Courtyard Storytimes: Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Courtyard at Darien Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Walkers

Join in the fun at Toddler Storytime! This storytime will feature songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories. 

Note: In the event of rain we will be moving this storytime into our Community Room. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Help Tuesday

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Research Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Drop in during this weekly open session for technology related help on using your cellphone, tablet, or computer.

First come, first served and is best suited for quick help questions.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Color Magic: The Art of Sirin Thada

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary

We will learn all about the illustrations and artwork of Thai-American artist Sirin Thada.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to Computers with the Career Coach Mobile Classroom

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Parking Lot at Darien Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Step right up to join this workshop in the coach where we make computer technology super simple and fun!

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Walkers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Park Storytimes: Highland Farm

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Highland Farm at Offsite
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Babies, Walkers, Preschool

Join us for storytime at Highland Farm, where we'll wiggle and laugh along to action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to Computers with the Career Coach Mobile Classroom

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Parking Lot at Darien Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Step right up to join this workshop in the coach where we make computer technology super simple and fun!

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Play Mah Jongg!

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Heron Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Games & Play
Age Group:
Adults

New Format!  Players will be assigned random seats upon arrival, creating tables of mixed abilities and different combinations each week.

Waitlist
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Walkers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Petite Concerts

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Community Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Kids, Babies, Walkers, Preschool

Join Petite Concerts for a musical journey at Darien Library! This 30-minute interactive event is specially designed for young listeners from newborns to preschoolers.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Knit One, Crochet Too

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Leroy Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all fiber artists! Whether you're a casual knitter, an expert crocheter, or dabble in loom weaving, join us as we create and chat. Bring your projects, get tips, and learn from one another. All skill levels welcome. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Reading Rainbow

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room at Darien Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary

Come enjoy a read aloud of Mychal Threets book, I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy and a rainbow craft.

Ages 3 to 6.

Upcoming
Registration Required
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