The Darby Community Library is a place for all ages to learn, connect, and explore. From children’s activities and adult programs to community groups and a volunteer-run bookstore, there’s always something happening!
Children
We love welcoming children (with parents in tow of course!) at the library. The following are activities and spaces created with your child in mind:
- The weekly Preschool Storytime/Circle Time combines songs, stories, felt board activities, and crafts for your preschooler
- Homeschool Meet-up (Returning soon, ask at the front desk)
- The newly renovated children’s Discovery Room is a great place to hang out on a chilly day in Montana! The outdoors-themed room features a ranger station (aka as a toy kitchen), activity wall, cozy reading nooks, not to mention a large collection of great children’s books from A to Z.
- Take-home craft kits, free of charge, are available upon request at the front desk.
- Summer Reading program – Kids are encouraged to log their reading and enter for a great variety of prizes. Each week throughout the summer (Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m.) there are activities and crafts based on a new theme each year.
Teens and Adults
A stimulating array of groups and classes are offered through the library. These may change throughout the year, so check our FaceBook page or online calendar for the latest information. If you are interested in hosting a group or class through the library, contact the Adult Programming Coordinator.
See the calendar for days and times.
- Book Club
- A book chosen by Lisa Poe, our adult programming coordinator. Check at the library for the current book.
- Drawing Group
- One-time fee of $20 for provided supplies
- Local artist and teacher Jean Driescher leads the group.
- No experience is necessary. Drop-ins welcome.
- Mah Jongg
- All levels welcome
- Cynthia Macarevich, leads and teaches the group.
- Fiber Arts Group
- Bring your fiber arts project and join us.
- All levels are welcome. There are several master knitters who are available to help answer questions.
- Travel Series
- Past presentations on topics such as The Camino de Santiago
- Computer lab is available for those needing access to computer services with Microsoft products and connectivity for convenience.
Join our email list for current updates, lisapoe123@gmail.com.
Email Lisa Poe to lead your own program or presentation.
Bookstore
The volunteer-run bookstore is a satellite of the DCPL and serves to generate funds for the library. Browse the shelves for your next great read and donate what you are able. Proceeds go directly to the library fund for additional books.
Book and DVD donations are accepted at the library. The library staff then determines which books will be directed to the bookstore.
Volunteers staff the bookstore. If you are interested in servicing, email Juli Winthers.
