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  • Darien Library – Lava Lamp Suncatchers

    Darien Library 1441 Post Road, Darien, CT, United States

    Monday, June 22, 2026 4:00pm–5:00pm Did you know science can be art? It can! We will be making suncatchers that look just like lava lamps using water, oil, and food […]

  • Darien Library – Courtyard Storytimes: Toddler Storytime

    Darien Library 1441 Post Road, Darien, CT, United States

    Tuesdays, June 2, 2026 to June 30, 2026 10:30am–11:00am 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 inside to our Community Room. Ages 18 months to 3 years. No registration required. 

  • Darien Library – Owls with Earthplace

    Darien Library 1441 Post Road, Darien, CT, United States

    Tuesday, June 23, 2026 4:00pm–4:45pm Wow your children with live owls in the Library! Owls have unique adaptations that make them efficient predators. This program also includes dissection of an owl pellet led by an educator from Earthplace. Ages 9 to 12.

  • Darien Library – Park Storytimes: Highland Farm

    Darien Library 1441 Post Road, Darien, CT, United States

    Wednesdays, May 6, 2026 to August 26, 2026, 10:30am–11:00am 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. Please bring a blanket or towel to sit on as the grass is often damp. The storytime meets close to the corner […]

  • Darien Library – Intro to Hip Hop Culture & Dance

    Darien Library 1441 Post Road, Darien, CT, United States

    Wednesday, June 24, 2026 4:00pm–4:45pm In this program, participants will learn the basics of Hip Hop Culture—including the history and core elements. They will also learn basic dance movements, and be encouraged to get on their feet and move their bodies! Ages 6 to 12.

  • Darien Library – Tunes & Tales of Connecticut with Kent Besocke

    Darien Library 1441 Post Road, Darien, CT, United States

    Wednesday, June 24, 2026 6:00pm–7:00pm Event Details This program is part of our year-long celebration of 'America 250,' the Semiquincentennial of our country's founding. Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Connecticut with "Tunes and Tales from Connecticut," an hour-long musical program that weaves together the state's rich tapestry of history, folklore, and […]

  • Darien Library – Let’s Pretend! Theater for Young Children

    Darien Library 1441 Post Road, Darien, CT, United States

    Thursday, June 25, 2026, 2:00pm–2:45pm Friday, June 26, 2026, 10:15am–11:00am Young children will explore singing, acting, and movement to experience the magic and make-believe of the theater as an active player rather than a passive participant. Disguised as play, these drama activities promote cognitive, emotional, and social development skills. But most importantly, they are just […]

  • Darien Library – Children’s Theater Workshop: “Fraidyzoo”

    Darien Library 1441 Post Road, Darien, CT, United States

    Thursday, June 25, 2026 3:00pm–4:00pm Come and perform Fraidyzoo by Thyra Heder. A funny and heartwarming story about facing fears through imagination, family, and lots of creative animal antics.Come act out this story with costumes and props. All you need to participate in this theater workshop is an active imagination! Ages 6 to 9.

  • Darien Library – Wiggle, Giggle, and Pretend!

    Darien Library 1441 Post Road, Darien, CT, United States

    Friday, June 26, 2026 9:30am–10:00am A joyful journey into the world of imagination, this program is specially designed for curious and creative three year olds! Led by an experienced drama educator Ingrid Schaeffer, your tiny thespians will love to play pretend with “Miss Ingrid!” This high-energy class uses songs, games, nursery rhymes and beloved picture […]