Please be respectful of our neighbors and avoid parking in their lots. Thorndal Circle is available on the evenings and weekends.

Services for Students

Homework Help

Need help with your report or finding an article your teacher will approve of? Check out our list of best homework resources. Some databases will require your Library card to access it.

eReading Room

Enter our child and teen friendly virtual room of e-Books and e-Audiobooks. These books have been handpicked by library staff to be the best for growing minds.

Circulating Technology

Work on your studies using a Tween Tab iPad Mini or borrow an iPad. If you are working in the Children's Library, you may borrow a pair of headphones from the Children's Library desk. Other gadgets you can borrow.

Exam Proctoring

Take your exam at the Library! Make arrangements with your school then contact the Reference librarians to schedule your exam. Tests are administered on the Second Level by the Reference Desk Staff. Proctoring services are available to Darien residents, those who work full-time in Darien, and Friends at the $300 level.



TEA Room Makerspace Appointments

We support STEAM education with our TEA Room. Aside from scheduled classes with Children's staff, a child and their grownup may also make an appointment to use the Room.

3D Printing

Your 3 to 6 grade child can work with the cutting edge technology of 3D printers in the TEA Room. Get started by booking the TEA Room

Notary

Need to get your paper for school or travel notarized? The Library tries to have a Notary Public available during all opening hours. On the weekends, please call ahead to make sure someone is available before coming in.

Volunteering Hours

Get your volunteer hours in at the Library. We have lots of positions available to fit your interest.

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