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Adult Story Time -- I'll Mature When I'm Dead

Date: Mon, Sep 21, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Venue: North Regional Library – North Meeting Room - Full Room, Durham

Price: Free

Category: Community

Read-alouds are for grown-ups too! Join us for a weekday evening adult story time at the North Regional Library. Flop on the carpet with a floor pillow, pull up a chair, or sit at a table if you want to bring your own dinner or snacks. Spend an hour listening to read-alouds from books and stories in the library collection. Tea, coffee, and hot chocolate will be provided. This month: I'll Mature When I'm Dead. In this collection of essays, humorist Dave Barry takes on self-image, the battle of the sexes, celebrityhood, technology, parenting styles, certain unmentionable medical procedures, and many other topics of adulthood. If you are like many adults and have struggled hard against growing up, you will very likely appreciate this month's read-aloud selections. Registration is appreciated but not required. E-mail Bob with any questions: rskesler@dconc.gov

Community · Durham

Adult Story Time -- I'll Mature When I'm Dead

Pack your own takeout dinner to eat at the tables during the reading.

When
Next Monday
Mon, Sep 21, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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Adult Story Time is a free evening program at the North Regional Library where grown-ups can relax and listen to a live reading of Dave Barry's humorous essay collection, I'll Mature When I'm Dead. To make the most of your evening, plan to arrive at the North Meeting Room a few minutes before 6:00 PM to grab a floor pillow or secure a table. You are welcome to bring your own dinner or snacks to eat during the reading, and the library will provide complimentary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. While registration is helpful for the organizers, you can still attend if you decide to go at the last minute. Parking is free and convenient in the regional library lot. This event makes a perfect weekday escape for parents who need a quiet hour of adult humor and conversation without having to entertain the kids. It is a low-stress, budget-friendly way to recharge your battery after a busy weekend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to attend this event?
No, this program is completely free to attend, and the library even provides complimentary hot beverages.
Can I bring my children to this story time?
This specific event is designed for adults, focusing on mature humor essays, so you should plan to leave the kids at home with a sitter.
Do I need to register in advance?
Registration is appreciated to help staff plan for seating and drinks, but it is not strictly required to attend.

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Adult Story Time -- I'll Mature When I'm Dead runs Mon, Sep 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. It repeats potential recurring event.

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North Regional Library – North Meeting Room - Full Room is in Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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