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One Day I Opened Up Again

An Interactive Workshop for Writers

In this interactive workshop, writer Erim Akpan will take participants through activities to help them create poetry and free flowing written prose to contribute to the process of healing from past experiences.

Participants will also learn to be comfortable using their own words to tell their stories and communicate more easily with others.

Registration required.

TAGS: | Writing |

Virtual Events
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Mon, Jan 25 Closed
Tue, Jan 26 Closed
Wed, Jan 27 Closed
Thu, Jan 28 Closed
Fri, Jan 29 Closed
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About the branch

Virtual events take place online. Check the event description for links and more information about how to join.

Upcoming events

Toddler Tuesday - Weekly Online Fun!
Tue, Jan 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tune in every Tuesday at 10:30am for new rhymes, stories, songs, and more! Each weekly video will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Canceled
Creative Writing/ Poetry for Adults - Share and critique poetry
Tue, Jan 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Share poems and get feedback. Learn how to sharpen your writing skills with strong imagery, message and story. All in a poem! For participants of all levels. Margaret Anderson
Totally Teens
Tue, Jan 26, All day
Check-in with us every Tuesday at 4 pm for new videos just for teens! Weekly videos will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Listen and Draw Escuchar y Dibujar - con Molly y Monica
Tue, Jan 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zoom Room
For 3 year olds to those in 3rd grade. Email mbelford@dconc.gov to get the access numbers. Para los de 3 anos al 3r grado. Manda un email a Monica al mbelford@dconc.gov para recibir la info de zoom.
Juegos Bilingues 4to y 5to -Bilingual Games 4th 5th graders - virtual solo ninos- virtual kids only
Tue, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Manda un email a mbelford@dconc.gov para anotarse y recibir los numeros de zoom. Send an email to mbelford@dconc.gov to sign up and get the zoom numbers.
Fourth Wednesday Book Club
Wed, Jan 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for fun, lively discussions on a variety of fiction titles.
Wacky Wednesday - Weekly Online Family Fun!
Wed, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tune in every Wednesday at 10:30am for new family activities, crafts, stories, & more! Weekly videos will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Virtual Funtime with Mr. Joel
Wed, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Zoom Room
Join Mr. Joel for a fun and exciting Zoom-based storytime full of songs, music, puppets, movement and more. REGISTRATION is REQUIRED.
So You Think You Can Create?! TEENS - Master Class- Bath Bombs
Wed, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Sign up by Jan 25th. Monica will email/text you about how to get your supplies. Evento virtual para los de 12+anos. Inscribase antes del 25 de enero para recibir los recursos. ?s mbelford@dconc.gov
Homeschool Learning Lab - National Handwriting Day
Thu, Jan 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Zoom Room
Learn to make your handwriting fancier with a special project!
Bright Smiles, Bright Futures: Presented by Colgate - Children's Oral Health Improvement Program
Thu, Jan 28, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Zoom Room
Learn how to live a healthier lifestyle with the The Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program. Program will focus on brushing, flossing, healthy food choices and more. Registration is required.
Adult Thursday
Thu, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Check-in with us every Thursday at 7 pm for new excursions posted for our adult audience.
Romance Lovers Book Club
Thu, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom Meeting Room
All things romance!
Canceled
Zoom Storytime with Miss Margaret - Hey kids, enjoy an online storytime.
Fri, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Enjoy an online storytime with songs, stories and fingerplays. Up to ag 5.
So You Think You Can Create?! TEENS - Master Class- Shrinky Dink Creations
Fri, Jan 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Special virtual program for teens & their families. Sign up by Jan 25th to get supplies. Evento especial virtual para los de 12+annos. Hay que anotarse antes del 25 de enero. ?s mbelford@dconc.gov
Neurodiversity Book Club - All the Weight of our Dreams: On Living Radicalized Autism
Mon, Feb 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Come participate in a progressive discussion focused on topics concerning neurodiversity, societal inclusion, and autistic empowerment.
Toddler Tuesday - Weekly Online Fun!
Tue, Feb 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tune in every Tuesday at 10:30am for new rhymes, stories, songs, and more! Each weekly video will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Creative Writing/ Poetry for Adults - Share and critique poetry
Tue, Feb 02, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Zoom Room
Share poems and get feedback. Learn how to sharpen your writing skills with strong imagery, message and story. All in a poem! For participants of all levels. Margaret Anderson
Totally Teens
Tue, Feb 02, All day
Check-in with us every Tuesday at 4 pm for new videos just for teens! Weekly videos will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Listen and Draw Escuchar y Dibujar - con Molly y Monica
Tue, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zoom Room
For 3 year olds to those in 3rd grade. Email mbelford@dconc.gov to get the access numbers. Para los de 3 anos al 3r grado. Manda un email a Monica al mbelford@dconc.gov para recibir la info de zoom.
Juegos Bilingues 4to y 5to -Bilingual Games 4th 5th graders - virtual solo ninos- virtual kids only
Tue, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Manda un email a mbelford@dconc.gov para anotarse y recibir los numeros de zoom. Send an email to mbelford@dconc.gov to sign up and get the zoom numbers.
Durham Voices
Tue, Feb 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Durham Voices is a fiction critique group for those serious about working toward publication. Space is limited, so please email Phil at plocey@dconc.gov to inquire about availability.
Evening Crochet Club
Tue, Feb 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Get hooked on crochet with your neighbors at the evening Crochet Club!
Wacky Wednesday - Weekly Online Family Fun!
Wed, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tune in every Wednesday at 10:30am for new family activities, crafts, stories, & more! Weekly videos will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Virtual Funtime with Mr. Joel
Wed, Feb 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Zoom Room
Join Mr. Joel for a fun and exciting Zoom-based storytime full of songs, music, puppets, movement and more. REGISTRATION is REQUIRED.
Teen Book Club
Wed, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Zoom Room
This month's book club pick is Legendborn by Tracy Deonn! We're getting ready for Teen Book Fest in March and you don't want to miss this preview!
Homeschool Learning Lab - Culture Days
Thu, Feb 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Zoom Room
Join us for Homeschool Learning Lab! We will learn about a different country each month. Register online and pick up a supply bag at North Regional Library!
Dungeons & Dragons @ the Library... Online! - Fantasy Role-playing Game
Thu, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Delve deep into dark dungeons and face challenges to make the bravest hero quake with fear... all without leaving home.
Adult Thursday
Thu, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Check-in with us every Thursday at 7 pm for new excursions posted for our adult audience.
Zoom Storytime with Miss Margaret - Hey kids, enjoy an online storytime.
Fri, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Enjoy an online storytime with songs, stories and fingerplays. Up to ag 5.
Mystery Book Club - Recipes for Love and Murder
Mon, Feb 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Join us this month virtually on Zoom to discuss "Recipes for Love and Murder" by Sally Andrew. Registration required.
Morning Crochet Club
Tue, Feb 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Get hooked on crochet with your neighbors at the morning Crochet Club!
Toddler Tuesday - Weekly Online Fun!
Tue, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tune in every Tuesday at 10:30am for new rhymes, stories, songs, and more! Each weekly video will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Creative Writing/ Poetry for Adults - Share and critique poetry
Tue, Feb 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Zoom Room
Share poems and get feedback. Learn how to sharpen your writing skills with strong imagery, message and story. All in a poem! For participants of all levels. Margaret Anderson
Totally Teens
Tue, Feb 09, All day
Check-in with us every Tuesday at 4 pm for new videos just for teens! Weekly videos will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Listen and Draw Escuchar y Dibujar - con Molly y Monica
Tue, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zoom Room
For 3 year olds to those in 3rd grade. Email mbelford@dconc.gov to get the access numbers. Para los de 3 anos al 3r grado. Manda un email a Monica al mbelford@dconc.gov para recibir la info de zoom.
Juegos Bilingues 4to y 5to -Bilingual Games 4th 5th graders - virtual solo ninos- virtual kids only
Tue, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Manda un email a mbelford@dconc.gov para anotarse y recibir los numeros de zoom. Send an email to mbelford@dconc.gov to sign up and get the zoom numbers.
Wacky Wednesday - Weekly Online Family Fun!
Wed, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tune in every Wednesday at 10:30am for new family activities, crafts, stories, & more! Weekly videos will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Virtual Funtime with Mr. Joel
Wed, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Zoom Room
Join Mr. Joel for a fun and exciting Zoom-based storytime full of songs, music, puppets, movement and more. REGISTRATION is REQUIRED.
Day Time Book Club
Wed, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
New members welcome! Book Club reading Where'd You Go Bernadette by Maria Semple Contact: Mdonnelly@dconc.gov for zoom link
Homeschool Learning Lab - Science!
Thu, Feb 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Zoom Room
Join us for a science lesson! Register online to get the link and pick up a supply bag at North Regional Library!
Sub-Genre-O-Rama Book Club
Thu, Feb 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Adventurous Readers Unite (on Zoom)!
Adult Thursday
Thu, Feb 11, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Check-in with us every Thursday at 7 pm for new excursions posted for our adult audience.
Zoom Storytime with Miss Margaret - Hey kids, enjoy an online storytime.
Fri, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Enjoy an online storytime with songs, stories and fingerplays. Up to ag 5.
Virtual Mushy Gushy Valentine's Party! - Storytime
Sat, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Zoom Room
Join Miss Diamond and Ms. Teresa for our annual Mushy Gushy Valentine's Party! Pick up your Valentine program kit at East Regional with all your party supplies before logging into Zoom for the party!
Dungeons & Dragons @ the Library... Online! - Fantasy Role-playing Game
Sat, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Delve deep into dark dungeons and face challenges to make the bravest hero quake with fear... all without leaving home.
Toddler Tuesday - Weekly Online Fun!
Tue, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tune in every Tuesday at 10:30am for new rhymes, stories, songs, and more! Each weekly video will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Creative Writing/ Poetry for Adults - Share and critique poetry
Tue, Feb 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Zoom Room
Share poems and get feedback. Learn how to sharpen your writing skills with strong imagery, message and story. All in a poem! For participants of all levels. Margaret Anderson
Totally Teens
Tue, Feb 16, All day
Check-in with us every Tuesday at 4 pm for new videos just for teens! Weekly videos will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Listen and Draw Escuchar y Dibujar - con Molly y Monica
Tue, Feb 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zoom Room
For 3 year olds to those in 3rd grade. Email mbelford@dconc.gov to get the access numbers. Para los de 3 anos al 3r grado. Manda un email a Monica al mbelford@dconc.gov para recibir la info de zoom.
Juegos Bilingues 4to y 5to -Bilingual Games 4th 5th graders - virtual solo ninos- virtual kids only
Tue, Feb 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Manda un email a mbelford@dconc.gov para anotarse y recibir los numeros de zoom. Send an email to mbelford@dconc.gov to sign up and get the zoom numbers.
Durham Voices
Tue, Feb 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Durham Voices is a fiction critique group for those serious about working toward publication. Space is limited, so please email Phil at plocey@dconc.gov to inquire about availability.
Wacky Wednesday - Weekly Online Family Fun!
Wed, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tune in every Wednesday at 10:30am for new family activities, crafts, stories, & more! Weekly videos will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Virtual Funtime with Mr. Joel
Wed, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Zoom Room
Join Mr. Joel for a fun and exciting Zoom-based storytime full of songs, music, puppets, movement and more. REGISTRATION is REQUIRED.
Recipe Testers Cookbook Club
Wed, Feb 17, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Join us on a quest for perfection!
Chopped at Home for Teens
Wed, Feb 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Join us for a special cooking challenge over Zoom. You will have 4 mystery ingredients and 45-minutes to make a breakfast worthy of a cooking show! You must register to participate.
Homeschool Learning Lab - Animal Valentine's Day
Thu, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Zoom Room
Join us for a celebration of our favorite pals--our pets! Each student will have an opportunity to practice their public speaking skills by giving a five-minute presentation about their pets.
Reaching out to Durham's Hungry - Rhonda Klevansky photos and Durham's response to hunger.
Thu, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Rhonda Klevansky's photography project exploring Durham's response to hunger during COVID and the economic crisis.Register
South Fiction Book Club
Thu, Feb 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Zoom Room
Meeting of the South Regional Adult Book Club
Adult Thursday
Thu, Feb 18, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Check-in with us every Thursday at 7 pm for new excursions posted for our adult audience.
Zoom Storytime with Miss Margaret - Hey kids, enjoy an online storytime.
Fri, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Enjoy an online storytime with songs, stories and fingerplays. Up to ag 5.
Toddler Tuesday - Weekly Online Fun!
Tue, Feb 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tune in every Tuesday at 10:30am for new rhymes, stories, songs, and more! Each weekly video will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Totally Teens
Tue, Feb 23, All day
Check-in with us every Tuesday at 4 pm for new videos just for teens! Weekly videos will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Listen and Draw Escuchar y Dibujar - con Molly y Monica
Tue, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Zoom Room
For 3 year olds to those in 3rd grade. Email mbelford@dconc.gov to get the access numbers. Para los de 3 anos al 3r grado. Manda un email a Monica al mbelford@dconc.gov para recibir la info de zoom.
Juegos Bilingues 4to y 5to -Bilingual Games 4th 5th graders - virtual solo ninos- virtual kids only
Tue, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Manda un email a mbelford@dconc.gov para anotarse y recibir los numeros de zoom. Send an email to mbelford@dconc.gov to sign up and get the zoom numbers.
Fourth Wednesday Book Club
Wed, Feb 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Zoom Meeting Room
Join us for fun, lively discussions on a variety of fiction titles.
Wacky Wednesday - Weekly Online Family Fun!
Wed, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tune in every Wednesday at 10:30am for new family activities, crafts, stories, & more! Weekly videos will appear on the library's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/durhamcountylibrary/videos
Virtual Funtime with Mr. Joel
Wed, Feb 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Zoom Room
Join Mr. Joel for a fun and exciting Zoom-based storytime full of songs, music, puppets, movement and more. REGISTRATION is REQUIRED.
Tweens & Teens: Paint with Christine!
Wed, Feb 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Zoom Room
Do you like to dabble with paints? You don't have to be experienced, just enjoy painting! Pick up your art kit between Feb. 17-23 at East Regional Library. Space is limited, so please register!
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