Step into the world of shinobi and create a ramen worthy of legend. In this Naruto-inspired food lab, teens will build their own custom ramen bowl, choose bold toppings, and assign powerful ninja abilities to their creation. Design your recipe and rank up from Genin to Hokage. Registration is required. Please inform us of any food allergies. For teens ages 12–18. Due to the usage of appliances/kitchen utensils, Parents will need to complete a waiver form for their teen at the start of the program. For further information including accommodation requests, please contact Abbie at vasmondragon@dconc.gov. This is a systemwide event brought to you by the Teen Services department. For the month of March we have decided to focus on learning how to read recipes and food. These programs are for tweens, teens, and emerging adults. More information can be found about each program by visiting the library website. Entra en el mundo shinobi y crea un ramen legendario. En este laboratorio culinario inspirado en Naruto, los participantes crearan su propio tazon de ramen personalizado, eligiran ingredientes atrevidos y asignaran poderosas habilidades nija a su creacion. Disena tu receta y asciende de Genin a Hokage. Registration es requerids Para adolecentes de 12-18 años.

Come celebrate National Nutrition Month with Durham’s Innovative Nutrition Education (DINE) team of registered dietitians. Sign up and bring the family to this event and enjoy a kid-friendly nutrition book reading followed by a hands-on cooking class and taste test. Registration required, this is a program for adults with their child(ren). Questions? Please reach out to Ms. Kristen at kstockdale@dconc.gov

Join us at Stanford L. Warren Library to make the viral fruit sandwich! We will go over proper knife cutting techniques and learn how to make your own whipped cream! This program is for ages 12-18. Please Note: Due to the usage of appliances/kitchen utensils, Parents will need to complete a waiver form for their teen at the start of the program. For further information including accommodation requests, please contact Danielle at dsjohnson@dconc.gov. This is a systemwide event brought to you by the Teen Services department. For the month of March we have decided to focus on learning how to read recipes and food. These programs are for tweens, teens, and emerging adults. More information can be found about each program by visiting the library website.

A book club for adults who read Young Adult. We meet the 1st Wednesday of the month at Boxyard RTP. Grab a glass a wine, a beer, or food while we discuss that month's book pick. Haven't read the book? That's okay! Join us for a lively discussion about YA books. The book club meets outside, so dress for the weather. Questions? Contact Sara Gibson | Family Literacy & Community Services Manager | sgibson@dconc.gov April's Book: Gone Wolf by Amber McBride Boxyard RTP 900 Park Offices Research Triangle Park, 27709

This program is for all ages, ages 9 and up! Hosted by Connecting with Threads. We will be making tote bags to support unhoused folks in Durham. All tote bags will be donated directly to St. Joseph Episcopal Church to support their food pantry program. This is an excellent way to make a positive impact on the community. Bring your own sewing machine or use one provided! All materials will be provided. Sewing experience is not required. Please register!

Testers & Tasters Cookbook Club is a place to talk about food and cooking! Come share your experiments, experiences, triumphs, and tragedies. This month's theme is YOU! Well, actually your name. Your mission for April is to find and make a recipe whose title contains a word that starts with the first letter of your first name. Examples: If your first name starts with an E, you might look for Ethiopian recipes, recipes featuring eggs, eggplant, or edamame, or recipes that use the descriptors "easy," or "elegant," A "C" named cook could go for chicken, cheese, carrots, chocolate, Chinese, crunchy, cobbler, etc. There won't be cookbooks on reserve at the desk for this one. When you know the name of the dish you'll be bringing, please email the name and source to etobias@dconc.gov. And don't forget some containers for leftovers! Questions? Need help finding a recipe? Email Emily at etobias@dconc.gov or call 919-560-0140. Registration closes 24 hours before the meeting, but email me if you've missed the deadline and still want to come. Happy Cooking to all! All in-person programming is subject to change or cancellation based on current COVID conditions.

Join us for Stars, Stripes & Pretzel Bites, a fun hands‑on pretzel‑decorating event at Bragtown Branch Library. Participants will twist, dip, and decorate their own pretzels using colorful toppings and sweet chocolate coatings. The program includes take‑home treats and is perfect for children of all ages. This event is part of a festive celebration featuring creative food fun and is hosted by Euphoria Sweets by KB. Registration required.

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

Get your picnic blankets ready! One Friday each month from April to October, Beech Bluff hosts local food vendors and family-friendly activities on the Great Lawn for all ages to relax and play. Schedule: From Apr 24, 2026 to Oct 30, 2026 Each Friday from 11am to 2pm Each Friday from 5:30pm to 7:30pm Duration: 8 hours 30 mins Ages: All ages,

Read a book, eat a snack. Rinse and repeat. Do you like Graphic Novels or Manga? We got 'em. Do you like romance? We got 'em. Do you like horror? We even have those. Relax and read one of the many physical books supplied for the day. If you like what you're reading, feel free to check it out! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Dominique at fdiggs@dconc.gov

Come learn with Porte NOIRE Gardens how hay bales can be used as a sustainable and cost-effective way to grow your own food. All materials will be provided for this free, adult program!

Voyager will be in attendance at the Adolescent Parenting Program's (APP) Picnic in the Park event! Whether you are a teen parent, expecting, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for a welcoming space, you’re invited to attend! This is a great opportunity to connect with local resources, meet program staff, and celebrate the strength of young families in our community. ✨ What to expect: • Community resources & program information • Health screenings • Giveaways & incentives • Food, fun, and family-friendly activities

Woodpeckers are some of the most recognizable birds as they grip the side of a tree pecking a hole or looking for food, but how much do you really know about them? Learn some cool woodpecker facts, hear common woodpecker calls, make a special craft to take home, and go on a short hike to look and listen for them around the park. All participants (children and adults) must be registered in our online system. For all ages. Meet at the picnic tables in the Educational Garden. Schedule: May 9, 2026 Saturday from 2pm to 3:30pm Duration: 1 hour 30 mins Ages: All ages,

Presented by Adé Oni, founder of dìèdìè textile micromill and studio The earth gives us everything we need to survive and adorn our lives. Let's get to know the material culture and ancient relationships between food, fibers, and dyes. This is an interactive session for people who love and want to learn about land-based creativity rooted in Black and Indigenous ecologies. Make sure to bring a textile item that you love. This class is part of the Hattie Meadows Gardening School and is open to everyone. The Hattie Meadows Gardening School is a free community learning project to spread knowledge and love of gardening. Classes will take place at the Stanford L. Warren Library from January through June 2026. This program is presented in partnership with Stanford L. Warren Library, Sarah P. Duke Gardens, and Durham County Cooperative Extension, and is made possible by the Durham Library Foundation.