Derby Public Library

This program is designed for ages 2-5, focusing on early literacy, developmental & social skills w/ different engaging activities each session. Dramatic play, art center, sensory & concepts fun block building & a book nook are offered. REGISTER: bit.ly/4rrlAgC

Fris., Mar. 6th & 27th @ 10AM and 13th & 20th @ 2PM Squish, shape, and roll playdough at DPL! Using playdough encourages the development of fine motor skills and creativity. Join us for this program geared for ages 5 years and under. All supplies will be provided.

Fris., Mar. 6th & 27th @ 3:30 PM Children ages 5-11 are invited to use their creative talents and stir their imaginations during this drop-in program (no registration). Masterpieces will be displayed for all to see! All levels of building skills are welcome! Materials provided.

This week the Derby Public Library has 36 new books. New items include The Hybrid Prince, Daughter of Egypt, The Curse Breaker, Python's Kiss, The Moonlight Runner, Wings of Fire 9, Isle of Ever, Relic of Thieves, and The Bad Guys in Attack of the Zitten. wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=1643…

Celebrate International Waffle Day @ the Library! "Taste" the book Woodpecker Wants a Waffle w/ a story, craft, and waffle tasting. Make your own oscillating woodpecker and try out toppings on your own waffles! For ages 3-12, but all are welcome! Register: bit.ly/4t3LSql

Looking for a job / career change? DPL's got you covered — and beyond just resumes! Technical/Reference Librarian, Marc Weissman, provides FREE, 1-on-1, comprehensive job search support - Wed, March 25 @ 5 PM, 5:30 PM, 6 PM Contact Marc at (203) 736-1482 or mweissman@biblio.org

Turnback Tuesday remembers Red Raiders fans. According to Bill Pucci, Derby's nickname was originally The Crimson. When the football team was treated to a game at Yale in the '30’s, one of the teams was the Red Raiders, and it was decided that Derby would also adopt this name.

Baby Steps Friday at 10:00 AM Mar. 20th A first introduction to story time featuring songs, rhymes and interactive play to foster developmental and early literacy skills. Ages Birth – 20 Months. REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/4sZVh2o

This week the Derby Public Library has 37 new books and four new movies. New items include Zootopia 2, You with the Sad Eyes, Partypooper, Theo of Golden, Bloodlust, Lilo & Stitch, Elio, The Bad Guys / The Bad Guys 2, and A Marriage at Sea. wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=1643…

O what fun we had on Tuesday at the children's department's St. Patrick's Day celebration! Youngsters attended a story time and craft and learned how to Irish Step Dance with Miss Kerry, our Children's Librarian. Luck O the Irish!

This is our second and last St. Patty's story time and craft (and dancing!), so come on down if you're in the area and available!

Fris., Mar. 6th & 27th @ 10AM and 13th & 20th @ 2PM Squish, shape, and roll playdough at DPL! Using playdough encourages the development of fine motor skills and creativity. Join us for this program geared for ages 5 years and under. All supplies will be provided.

This week the Derby Public Library has 48 new books. New items include Judge Stone, The Correspondent, We the Women, What Kind of Paradise, Death at a Firefly Tea, How to Be a Rich Old Lady, The Great Contradiction, and Vanished in the Crowd. wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=1643…

DPL celebrates Women's History/Empowerment Month honoring historical/ongoing contributions & empowering women to reducing barriers for advancement. 2026 focuses on "Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future" for economic, environmental, and social equity.

Need 1-on-1 tech help? Curious about AI? Our Technical Librarian, Marc Weissman, can help during **Tech Time Tuesdays!** - March 17, 24 & 31 - *3 PM, *3:30 PM & *4 PM Reserve your spot: (203) 736-1482 | mweissman@biblio.org

This program is designed for ages 2-5, focusing on early literacy, developmental & social skills w/ different engaging activities each session. Dramatic play, art center, sensory & concepts fun block building & a book nook are offered. REGISTER: bit.ly/4rrlAgC

Turnback Tuesday: Harcourt Wood Memorial Library/Derby Public Library. April is “Passport to CT Libraries," a state-wide event for everyone to visit as many CT libraries as possible. Prizes awarded for most visits. See some of the most historic, beautiful buildings in our state.