This American Red Cross program is designed for beginners and intermediate-level swimmers who are age 55 over better. Students will be grouped according to skill level on the first day of class. Topics of instruction include basic aquatic skills, swimming strokes, personal water safety skills, and basic water rescue. If you want to become a better swimmer, this program will help you reach those goals. There are no pre-requisites for this course. Ages: 50 yrs +,

This American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program aims to promote the developmentally appropriate learning of fundamental water safety and aquatic skills by young children. It teaches aquatic and safety skills with a goal of independent swimming. The program offers a fun, challenging, and supportive learning environment for preschoolers. Ages: Age at least 3 yrs but less than 6 yrs,

The American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program consists of several comprehensive levels that teach children of varying abilities how to swim skillfully and safely. Each level includes training in basic water safety. All aquatic and safety skills are taught in a logical progression. Prerequisites for each level are: Beginner: No pre-requisites; new to the pool, needing to learn water adjustment skills and basic stroke techniques. Intermediate: Able to fully submerge head, able to swim at least 15 yards (half of pool length) of both front crawl and elementary backstroke. Ages: Age at least 6 yrs but less than 12 yrs,

The American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program consists of several comprehensive levels that teach children of varying abilities how to swim skillfully and safely. Each level includes training in basic water safety. All aquatic and safety skills are taught in a logical progression. Prerequisites for each level are: Beginner: No pre-requisites; new to the pool, needing to learn water adjustment skills and basic stroke techniques. By the end of this lesson students should be able to fully submerge head, able to swim at least 10 yards (half of pool length) of both front crawl and elementary backstroke. Ages: Age at least 6 yrs but less than 13 yrs,

The American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program consists of several comprehensive levels that teach children of varying abilities how to swim skillfully and safely. Each level includes training in basic water safety. All aquatic and safety skills are taught in a logical progression. Prerequisites for each level are: Beginner: No pre-requisites; new to the pool, needing to learn water adjustment skills and basic stroke techniques. Intermediate: Able to fully submerge head, able to swim at least 15 yards (half of pool length) of both front crawl and elementary backstroke. Ages: Age at least 6 yrs but less than 13 yrs,

The purpose of this American Red Cross program is to teach safe behaviors around the water and develop swimming readiness by leading parents and their children in water exploration activities with the objective of having fun and becoming comfortable in and around water. A parent/guardian must be in the water with the child. Ages: Age at least 1 yr but less than 4 yrs,

Toddlers and their caregivers are welcome to join us on Tuesdays mornings at 9:45 am for a toddler storytime consisting of songs, dancing, flannel board stories, read alouds, and bubbles! If you have any questions, please contact us @ 919-560-8592.

Please join us for an Earth Day-themed storytime at the beautiful Hub Farm! The Hub Farm is a 30-acre outdoor learning center located at 117 Milton Road, Durham, NC 27712 (adjacent to North Regional Library). For more information, please visit their website at https://www.thehubfarm.org/. Directions: From downtown Durham take Roxboro Road north to the stoplight at Milton Road. Turn left and continue past Eno Valley Elementary. Immediately after the school look for signs to the Hub Farm on your left. Parking is available in the Hub Farm Visitor Parking lot, which is in the Eno Valley Elementary bus lot. This storytime will take place outside, weather permitting. There is a paved path down to the event area, which is a covered pavilion area. While some seating is available, we recommend bringing your own blankets or chairs and to wear comfortable clothing. Afterward, please feel free to stay and explore the farm until 11 a.m. If you have any accessibility questions or needs, please contact Lauren at lwise@dconc.gov. We ask that all requests be made at least three (3) business days prior to the event to ensure we can provide the best accommodations possible! Registration for this event is required. There are a total of 45 seats available. When registering, please remember to include all people in your party. Due to space limitations, those who are not registered will be unable to attend. Questions? Please email Lauren at lwise@dconc.gov. Thank you!

Are you looking for a space to meet new people? Then come join East Regional Library's Over 50 Crowd! The Over 50 Crowd is a group of community members ages 50 that meets weekly at the East Regional Library for coffee and chatting. Stop by to say hello -- we love meeting new people! Have questions? Feel free to call Mara (she/her/hers) at 919-560-0207 or email her at mplantholt@dconc.gov.

Come join a supportive group environment for self-paced digital skills courses. We'll be using Northstar Digital Literacy, a free online resource available to all Durham County Library patrons. A library staff member will be present to get you set up and answer questions as each participant moves through online modules on their own at their own pace. Northstar allows you to track your learning progress and earn badges or certificates for completing a course. These classes are best for learners who have at least basic keyboard and mouse skills. Our computer lab has a limited number of laptops for use, so bringing your own laptop and headphones is encouraged. Computer and digital skills topics include: Phone Keyboard Basics & Logging In Basic Computer Skills Internet Basics Using Email Windows 10 & 11 Mac OS Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Google Docs Social Media Information Literacy Career Search Skills Your Digital Footprint Accessing Telehealth Appointments Cybersecurity Basics These classes are self-paced and each week participants will choose which lessons they want to complete on their own. You do not need to have come to the first class to attend the following weeks and there is no requirement to commit to all of the classes through April. Register for the weeks that work best for you! If you have any questions or accommodation needs, contact Jimmy McKinnell at jmckinnell@dconc.gov or call 919-560-9940

Come join Ms. Chelsea for playtime! Spend Tuesday morning enjoying songs, bubbles, and building blocks! If you have any accessibility questions or accommodation needs, please contact us at cromero@dconc.gov. We ask that all requests be made at least three (3) business days prior to the event to ensure we can provide the best accommodations possible!

Get hooked on crochet with your neighbors at the morning Crochet Club! Love to crochet? Just getting started, and looking for some tips from an experienced crocheter? Bring your project and your questions and join us every Tuesday in the library. This fun, mostly social gathering is a great time for showing off your latest creation, getting inspiration for your next one, or seeking help when you've hit a crochet roadblock. Questions? Call the library at 919-560-0236 or email Desiree at dpeterson@dconc.gov.

Want to learn to speak Spanish? Interested in exploring the culture of Spain and Latin America, including music, dance, and geography? Come learn with Oma, an instructor with more than a decade of experience teaching Spanish. Registration is required. Email dpeterson@dconc.gov for more information. This program is open to all.

Gain valuable computer skills on these topics: Computer Basics Using an operating system; opening programs; saving, copying, and deleting files. Documents & Typing Word processing basics; editing and saving documents; formatting text; cut copy and paste. Internet Basics Browsing websites; searching with Google; using online forms; keeping accounts secure. Online Life Avoiding scams; protecting your privacy; finding reliable info; using social media safely. To sign up: Call 919-293-1133 or click the link to register below: English Registration Link

Need to find food or housing? Have immigration questions? Want to know more about healthcare? Want to volunteer? Come learn about what and who are in your city. All are invited to learn and engage with Durham's non-profit resources, volunteer, and ask questions at DCIA's annual resource fair! Please join us on April 21, 11am-1pm, at the Main Library, 2nd floor. Durham Congregations in Action will be providing lunch, first come, first serve. Special thanks to the Durham County Library, our non-profit partners, and our member congregations for co-sponsoring. Drop by for this community resource fair to connect with services, ask questions, and find organizations that meet your needs. Lunch will be available while supplies last. Vendors will include: HomeShare Durham End Hunger Durham Aging Well Durham Meals on Wheels Durham CARES Religious Coalition for a NonViolent Durham Take Care Duke Health Open Table Ministry CWS World Relief Durham

We have all struggled with willpower and self-control. In this session of Stay Focused, we'll watch a video showing the scientific basis for why self-control is so difficult, and then have a group discussion to swap ideas. If you'd like to come away with some helpful strategies, please join us! Click here for a self-control library resource list. E-mail Bob with any questions: rskesler@dconc.gov

Join our weekly open lab to master everything from basic typing to online security and job readiness. Whether you are a beginner or looking to advance, we are here to help you succeed in a supportive environment and meet your technology needs.

Your story matters. Share it. Preserve it. Sit down with the Museum of Durham History Squad to record a 10-minute oral history and become part of Durham's living history. Collecting a preserving our stories and our history matters! Your story will be featured on the Museum of Durham History's website and preserved in the North Carolina Collection. 2 sessions, 12:00-2:00 p.m. April 21st at Bragtown Branch Library and April 23rd at Main Library. Register to save your spot to share your story but walk-ins are welcomed!