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Danbury Library

170 Main Street
203-797-4505

Mission Statement

As an essential city asset, the Danbury Library is committed to being:

- A welcoming destination

- A convenient gateway to the best sources of information, cultural enrichment and possibility

- Responsive to the varied needs of our city's diverse population

Vision Statement:

Danbury Library will build lasting community connections by fostering creativity, discovery and personal growth.

Recent News

Embark on a Winter Reading Expedition

Read, Track, and Win December 18th - February 9th Embark on a Winter Reading Expedition for readers of all ages! Pickup and decorate a bookmark at any service desk at the Danbury Library between December 18th and February 9th to get started.…

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Danbury Library News - August 12, 2023

Samba Dance Class Monday, August 14th 6pm Fun class that will have you moving to the beat of the music in no time! Read more New York Times Bestselling Author of The Prophets: Author Talk with Robert Jones, Jr. Tuesday, August 15th 4pm All are…

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Danbury Library News - Aug 5, 2023

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Danbury Library: The Week Ahead - July 29, 2023

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Danbury Library News - July 17, 2023

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Danbury Library - All Together Now at the Danbury Library This Summer!

Spend Your Summer at Danbury Library Throughout the summer, Danbury Library offers free events and programming for everyone from our littlest learners to the wisest adults. Join us for DIYs for adults, cool camps for teens, and bugs, bubbles,…

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Danbury Library News - June 10, 2023

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Danbury Library News - June 3, 2023

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Danbury Library - Wildlife Talk: The Elusive Fisher

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Danbury Library Updates And Announcements - May 24, 2023

Summer Movie Nights at Candlewood Lake returns! Tell us which movies you'd like to see! We're delighted to announce that we're once again partnering with Danbury Parks and Rec to bring you Summer Movie Nights at Candlewood Lake. Help us decide…

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Danbury Library Wrap - May 6, 2023

Taxes, Upcoming Changes & the Potential Impact on Your Retirement Thursday, May 11th at 6pm Learn how effective planning and timing can alter the outcome of your retirement. Read more Community Baby Shower Saturday, May 13th at 11am New…

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Danbury Library Happenings - May 2023

English Learners Book Club Wednesday, May 3rd at 11am Join us for a book club discussion for readers who speak English as a Second Language. Members of the group will meet once a week and will have the opportunity to read aloud, working on…

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Danbury Library Celebrating National Library Week

LibreOffice: A Free Alternative to Microsoft Office Monday, April 24th at 6pm Join us for an introduction and demo of this free productivity software suite. Read more MakerTalk: Mark Kilpatrick Founder of Affinity Esports Tuesday, April 25th at…

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Danbury Library : Sensory Space Opening Soon

Sensory Space Opening Danbury Library’s Sensory Space will be available for reservation beginning on March 30th. The new space features furniture and equipment designed to provide an environment to explore the senses, manage stress and…

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Danbury Library Admiral Grace Hopper : Pioneer Computer Scientist - March 18, 2023

Women's History: Grace Hopper - Computer Pioneer Monday, March 20th at 6pm Join us as we review the career highlights and accomplishments of Grace Hopper, computer pioneer. Read more Computer Basics: Getting Started Wednesday, March 22nd at…

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Danbury Library's Winter Reading Challenge

Resolve to Read January 1st - 31st, 2023 Is one of your resolutions to read more this year? Kick off your new literary habit and take Danbury Library's Winter Reading Challenge. Readers and learners of all ages can earn tickets for reading books…

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Danbury Library : Craft Fair Happening Now!

6th Annual Holiday Craft Fair Saturday, December 3rd 10am - 2pm Spend this rainy Saturday at the Library's 6th Annual Holiday Craft Fair! The Holiday Craft Fair features more than twenty artists and craftspeople demonstrating their skills and…

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month - September 9, 2022

Celebrate with Us! Hispanic Heritage Month takes place September 15 to October 15 every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean…

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Danbury Library : There's Still Time To Play!

2022 Summer Reading Challenges Ends August 19th Don't miss your chance to participate in this year's summer reading challenge! Enter what you’ve been reading this summer in the handy Beanstack app and earn tickets for chances to win prizes…

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Danbury Library - 2022 Summer Reading Challenges

2022 Summer Reading Challenges June 18th – August 19th Dive in with us this summer! Readers of all ages are invited to participate in the Library’s annual Summer Reading Challenge beginning on Saturday, June 18th. Take the…

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Danbury Library : The Week Ahead - June 13, 2022

The Diary of Anne Frank and Personal Narratives of the Holocaust June 14th @ 6pm Explore the legacy of Anne Frank’s diary and the diaries of other young people who wrote during the Holocaust. FREE! Registration is required. Please Note:…

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Danbury Library : The Week Ahead - May 28, 2022

The Library is closed Memorial Day Monday, May 30th The library is closed Monday, May 30th in observance of Memorial Day. Our digital resources are available 24/7! Downloadable and streaming eBooks, audiobooks, music, movies, and TV shows are…

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