Delaware City Library
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Established in 1973, the Delaware City Library is a contract library of the New Castle County Library System and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Learn about the military service members who operated nuclear submarines. Former Nuclear Reactor Operator and Engineering Watch Supervisor Howard Dobson joins us for a look at life on the USS Sam Houston.
Learn about sub service and see a display of artifacts. Q&A to follow.
Learn about sub service and see a display of artifacts. Q&A to follow.
Military Service Under the Sea: Fascinating Facts About the Submarine Service
Learn about the military service members who operated nuclear submarines. Former Nuclear Reactor Operator and Engineering Watch Supervisor Howard Dobson joins us for a look at life...
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November 6, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Learn about the military service members who operated nuclear submarines. Former Nuclear Reactor Operator and Engineering Watch Supervisor Howard Dobson joins us for a look at life on the USS Sam Houston.
Learn about sub service and see a display of artifacts. Q&A to follow.
Learn about sub service and see a display of artifacts. Q&A to follow.
TODAY from 3 - 7 PM!
Follow the yellow brick road to the Library! Trick or Treat at the Library - Goodies and Craft!
Drop in between 3:00 - 7:00 PM for spooky, yummy fun!
Follow the yellow brick road to the Library! Trick or Treat at the Library - Goodies and Craft!
Drop in between 3:00 - 7:00 PM for spooky, yummy fun!
October 30, 2025 at 3:43 PM
TODAY from 3 - 7 PM!
Follow the yellow brick road to the Library! Trick or Treat at the Library - Goodies and Craft!
Drop in between 3:00 - 7:00 PM for spooky, yummy fun!
Follow the yellow brick road to the Library! Trick or Treat at the Library - Goodies and Craft!
Drop in between 3:00 - 7:00 PM for spooky, yummy fun!
BACK TO SCHOOL AND CHILLY WEATHER RESOURCES FOR KIDS!
We have a limited number of FREE:
Haircut vouchers from local salons for Delaware City school children (</= age 18)
Backpacks for Delaware City children in grades 6-12; and
Elementary school age children's coats
We have a limited number of FREE:
Haircut vouchers from local salons for Delaware City school children (</= age 18)
Backpacks for Delaware City children in grades 6-12; and
Elementary school age children's coats
October 30, 2025 at 3:22 PM
BACK TO SCHOOL AND CHILLY WEATHER RESOURCES FOR KIDS!
We have a limited number of FREE:
Haircut vouchers from local salons for Delaware City school children (</= age 18)
Backpacks for Delaware City children in grades 6-12; and
Elementary school age children's coats
We have a limited number of FREE:
Haircut vouchers from local salons for Delaware City school children (</= age 18)
Backpacks for Delaware City children in grades 6-12; and
Elementary school age children's coats
EVENTS THIS WEEK at Delaware City Library
October 27, 2025 at 10:22 PM
EVENTS THIS WEEK at Delaware City Library
Get in the spirit of the season with a visit from the Delaware City Ghost Hunters! Join a mini-investigation in our (perhaps haunted) library. Ghost hunting equipment will be on display.
For more information on the Delaware City Ghost Hunters visit www.delcityghosthunters.com
For more information on the Delaware City Ghost Hunters visit www.delcityghosthunters.com
October 27, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Get in the spirit of the season with a visit from the Delaware City Ghost Hunters! Join a mini-investigation in our (perhaps haunted) library. Ghost hunting equipment will be on display.
For more information on the Delaware City Ghost Hunters visit www.delcityghosthunters.com
For more information on the Delaware City Ghost Hunters visit www.delcityghosthunters.com
Join us on October 1 for Maker Space Makes for Kids: DIY Flashlight! Drop in between 5:00 - 7:00 PM in the Library's Maker Space.
October 1, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Join us on October 1 for Maker Space Makes for Kids: DIY Flashlight! Drop in between 5:00 - 7:00 PM in the Library's Maker Space.
Join us for a bloody good trivia session! A representative from the Blood Bank of Delmarva joins us for a fun trivia night at the library. Play to win a special prize pack of swag from the blood bank and the library.
This program is open to adults.
This program is open to adults.
September 15, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Join us for a bloody good trivia session! A representative from the Blood Bank of Delmarva joins us for a fun trivia night at the library. Play to win a special prize pack of swag from the blood bank and the library.
This program is open to adults.
This program is open to adults.
Hi! We missed you!
Delaware City Library re-opens SEPTEMBER 15 AT NOON.
The last two weeks have been intense. Our schedule was ambitious and we achieved most of our goals.
HOWEVER, we still have a few areas that we're working to complete so bear with us as we wrap up.
Delaware City Library re-opens SEPTEMBER 15 AT NOON.
The last two weeks have been intense. Our schedule was ambitious and we achieved most of our goals.
HOWEVER, we still have a few areas that we're working to complete so bear with us as we wrap up.
September 15, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Hi! We missed you!
Delaware City Library re-opens SEPTEMBER 15 AT NOON.
The last two weeks have been intense. Our schedule was ambitious and we achieved most of our goals.
HOWEVER, we still have a few areas that we're working to complete so bear with us as we wrap up.
Delaware City Library re-opens SEPTEMBER 15 AT NOON.
The last two weeks have been intense. Our schedule was ambitious and we achieved most of our goals.
HOWEVER, we still have a few areas that we're working to complete so bear with us as we wrap up.
FRONT ENTRY STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION
We know it LOOKS like it's ready but it's not. Please continue to use the rear entrance until further notice.
We know it LOOKS like it's ready but it's not. Please continue to use the rear entrance until further notice.
September 15, 2025 at 2:14 PM
FRONT ENTRY STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION
We know it LOOKS like it's ready but it's not. Please continue to use the rear entrance until further notice.
We know it LOOKS like it's ready but it's not. Please continue to use the rear entrance until further notice.
We are closed Sep 1-13 to paint, carpet, install shades, and more. Have an hour or two to spare? We could use help assembling, disassembling, cleaning, prepping, painting, moving, and more!
Register to volunteer at signup.com/.../invita...... or call the Library at 302-834-4148.
Register to volunteer at signup.com/.../invita...... or call the Library at 302-834-4148.
August 27, 2025 at 10:38 PM
We are closed Sep 1-13 to paint, carpet, install shades, and more. Have an hour or two to spare? We could use help assembling, disassembling, cleaning, prepping, painting, moving, and more!
Register to volunteer at signup.com/.../invita...... or call the Library at 302-834-4148.
Register to volunteer at signup.com/.../invita...... or call the Library at 302-834-4148.
Big changes incoming! We will be closed Sept 1–13 for updates: new carpet, paint, window shades & computers!
Social Services (Tue 10–4) & Storytime (Tue @ 10AM) are still on!
Volunteers needed for moving, cleaning, painting & more.
Check back soon for volunteer sign-up!
Social Services (Tue 10–4) & Storytime (Tue @ 10AM) are still on!
Volunteers needed for moving, cleaning, painting & more.
Check back soon for volunteer sign-up!
August 21, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Big changes incoming! We will be closed Sept 1–13 for updates: new carpet, paint, window shades & computers!
Social Services (Tue 10–4) & Storytime (Tue @ 10AM) are still on!
Volunteers needed for moving, cleaning, painting & more.
Check back soon for volunteer sign-up!
Social Services (Tue 10–4) & Storytime (Tue @ 10AM) are still on!
Volunteers needed for moving, cleaning, painting & more.
Check back soon for volunteer sign-up!
Art is all around us - especially at the American Swedish Historical Museum! This summer, we’re bringing the Museum to the Library!
Kids can try out print-making, papercrafts, and other Scandinavian art forms in this activity program!
Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/14990410
Kids can try out print-making, papercrafts, and other Scandinavian art forms in this activity program!
Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/14990410
Art Exploration: Scandinavia with the American Swedish Historical Museum
Art is all around us - especially at the American Swedish Historical Museum! This summer, we’re bringing the Museum to the Library! Learn about Scandinavian artists and folk art...
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August 15, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Art is all around us - especially at the American Swedish Historical Museum! This summer, we’re bringing the Museum to the Library!
Kids can try out print-making, papercrafts, and other Scandinavian art forms in this activity program!
Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/14990410
Kids can try out print-making, papercrafts, and other Scandinavian art forms in this activity program!
Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/14990410
JOIN US SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 - DROP IN 1:00 - 2:00 PM!
Read to a furry, friendly therapy companion to inspire reading love. Offered by PAWS for People. Readers of all ages and stages are welcome.
PAWS for People: READ to a Dog! is on 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 1-2 PM.
Read to a furry, friendly therapy companion to inspire reading love. Offered by PAWS for People. Readers of all ages and stages are welcome.
PAWS for People: READ to a Dog! is on 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 1-2 PM.
August 15, 2025 at 8:20 PM
JOIN US SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 - DROP IN 1:00 - 2:00 PM!
Read to a furry, friendly therapy companion to inspire reading love. Offered by PAWS for People. Readers of all ages and stages are welcome.
PAWS for People: READ to a Dog! is on 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 1-2 PM.
Read to a furry, friendly therapy companion to inspire reading love. Offered by PAWS for People. Readers of all ages and stages are welcome.
PAWS for People: READ to a Dog! is on 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 1-2 PM.
Join us Saturday, August 16 from 12-2 PM, for our end of summer reading celebration!
Yummy snacks and an art exhibit with the works of your friends and neighbors!
Yummy snacks and an art exhibit with the works of your friends and neighbors!
August 15, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Join us Saturday, August 16 from 12-2 PM, for our end of summer reading celebration!
Yummy snacks and an art exhibit with the works of your friends and neighbors!
Yummy snacks and an art exhibit with the works of your friends and neighbors!
It's almost that time! Get ready for back-to-school with the Library!
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August 14, 2025 at 9:19 PM
It's almost that time! Get ready for back-to-school with the Library!
nccde.beanstack.org/lists/24603
nccde.beanstack.org/lists/24603
Join us for fiber arts and socializing - with SNACKS!
All skill levels are invited! Bring a project, enjoy refreshments, and meet other knit and crochet lovers. The library has yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks to use.
Knit & Crochet Social Club is on 2nd Thursdays at 5:30 PM.
All skill levels are invited! Bring a project, enjoy refreshments, and meet other knit and crochet lovers. The library has yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks to use.
Knit & Crochet Social Club is on 2nd Thursdays at 5:30 PM.
August 13, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Join us for fiber arts and socializing - with SNACKS!
All skill levels are invited! Bring a project, enjoy refreshments, and meet other knit and crochet lovers. The library has yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks to use.
Knit & Crochet Social Club is on 2nd Thursdays at 5:30 PM.
All skill levels are invited! Bring a project, enjoy refreshments, and meet other knit and crochet lovers. The library has yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks to use.
Knit & Crochet Social Club is on 2nd Thursdays at 5:30 PM.
EVENTS THIS WEEK at Delaware City Library
Monday - Thursday, 12:30 - 1:00 PM - Summer Food Program - FREE LUNCH for Kids!
Register for these programs and MORE at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/del...
Monday - Thursday, 12:30 - 1:00 PM - Summer Food Program - FREE LUNCH for Kids!
Register for these programs and MORE at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/del...
August 11, 2025 at 2:56 PM
EVENTS THIS WEEK at Delaware City Library
Monday - Thursday, 12:30 - 1:00 PM - Summer Food Program - FREE LUNCH for Kids!
Register for these programs and MORE at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/del...
Monday - Thursday, 12:30 - 1:00 PM - Summer Food Program - FREE LUNCH for Kids!
Register for these programs and MORE at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/del...
We had a fantastic evening with Orpheus Collar tonight at the 2025 Summer Performer Orpheus Collar: Illustrator at Delaware City Library program!
Check out the fantastic drawings he did of attendees!
#delawarelibraries #summerreadingprogram2025
Check out the fantastic drawings he did of attendees!
#delawarelibraries #summerreadingprogram2025
August 8, 2025 at 12:03 AM
We had a fantastic evening with Orpheus Collar tonight at the 2025 Summer Performer Orpheus Collar: Illustrator at Delaware City Library program!
Check out the fantastic drawings he did of attendees!
#delawarelibraries #summerreadingprogram2025
Check out the fantastic drawings he did of attendees!
#delawarelibraries #summerreadingprogram2025
Orpheus Collar is a New York Times best-selling graphic novelist of The Kane Chronicles Trilogy, the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, and the graphic novel Alien Boys co-authored with Oliver Tree.
Meet him in person at Delaware City Library on August 7 at 6:00 PM!
Meet him in person at Delaware City Library on August 7 at 6:00 PM!
2025 Summer Performer Orpheus Collar: Illustrator
Presenting a look back at the imagery of the books and how they were made, Orpheus shows visits from around the world searching for the mythological origins in preparation for his...
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August 6, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Orpheus Collar is a New York Times best-selling graphic novelist of The Kane Chronicles Trilogy, the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, and the graphic novel Alien Boys co-authored with Oliver Tree.
Meet him in person at Delaware City Library on August 7 at 6:00 PM!
Meet him in person at Delaware City Library on August 7 at 6:00 PM!
The Wilmington Police K-9 Unit will be at the Delaware City Library on August 5 at 10:30 AM for an informative and entertaining demonstration of what these amazing community helpers do!
Open to all ages. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Open to all ages. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Meet a Police Dog: Wilmington Police K-9 Unit
The Wilmington Police K-9 Unit will be at the Delaware City Library on August 5 at 10:30 AM for an informative and entertaining demonstration of what these amazing community...
delawarelibraries.libcal.com
August 4, 2025 at 5:52 PM
The Wilmington Police K-9 Unit will be at the Delaware City Library on August 5 at 10:30 AM for an informative and entertaining demonstration of what these amazing community helpers do!
Open to all ages. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Open to all ages. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
EVENTS THIS WEEK at Delaware City Library.
Register for these programs and more at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/del...
Register for these programs and more at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/del...
August 4, 2025 at 2:39 PM
EVENTS THIS WEEK at Delaware City Library.
Register for these programs and more at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/del...
Register for these programs and more at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/del...
Each year, your US Congressional representatives nominate applicants for:
US Military Academy (West Point)
US Naval Academy (Annapolis)
US Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs)
US Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point)
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US Military Academy (West Point)
US Naval Academy (Annapolis)
US Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs)
US Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point)
mcbride.house.gov/servi…
coons.senate.gov/servi���
bluntrochester.senate.gov/servi…
August 4, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Each year, your US Congressional representatives nominate applicants for:
US Military Academy (West Point)
US Naval Academy (Annapolis)
US Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs)
US Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point)
mcbride.house.gov/servi…
coons.senate.gov/servi���
bluntrochester.senate.gov/servi…
US Military Academy (West Point)
US Naval Academy (Annapolis)
US Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs)
US Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point)
mcbride.house.gov/servi…
coons.senate.gov/servi���
bluntrochester.senate.gov/servi…
Art in the Library is a fine art program for adults. Each month we tackle a new project. In July we celebrate National Watercolor Month by creating botanical scenes in watercolor.
This program is open to adults. All supplies included. Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/14720829
This program is open to adults. All supplies included. Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/14720829
Art in the Library: Watercolor Botanicals
Art in the Library is a fine art program for adults. Each month we tackle a new project. For the July session we celebrate National Watercolor Month by creating botanical scenes in...
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July 15, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Art in the Library is a fine art program for adults. Each month we tackle a new project. In July we celebrate National Watercolor Month by creating botanical scenes in watercolor.
This program is open to adults. All supplies included. Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/14720829
This program is open to adults. All supplies included. Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/14720829
Tweens & teens get hands on experience with kitchen tools and practice cooking skills on the third Wednesday of the month.
In July, aspiring chefs will make rainbow s'mores cookies. Supplies are limited - registration required. Ages 10-15.
Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/13917772
In July, aspiring chefs will make rainbow s'mores cookies. Supplies are limited - registration required. Ages 10-15.
Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/13917772
Cooking with Cathy for Tweens & Teens: Rainbow S'mores Cookies
Tweens & teens get hands on experience to learn how to use kitchen tools and practice cooking skills on the third Wednesday of the month.
In July, aspiring chefs will make rainbow...
delawarelibraries.libcal.com
July 15, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Tweens & teens get hands on experience with kitchen tools and practice cooking skills on the third Wednesday of the month.
In July, aspiring chefs will make rainbow s'mores cookies. Supplies are limited - registration required. Ages 10-15.
Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/13917772
In July, aspiring chefs will make rainbow s'mores cookies. Supplies are limited - registration required. Ages 10-15.
Register at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/13917772
Join us on the second Tuesday of the month for Vinyl Record Listening Club.
The July theme is "American dream." Listen to Tom Petty, Neil Young, Lucinda Williams, Bruce Springstein, Woodie Guthrie, Willie Nelson, and more.
Open to adults 18+.
The July theme is "American dream." Listen to Tom Petty, Neil Young, Lucinda Williams, Bruce Springstein, Woodie Guthrie, Willie Nelson, and more.
Open to adults 18+.
Vinyl Record Listening Club: American Dream
Join us on the second Tuesday of the month for Vinyl Record Listening Club. Meet like-minded music fans, and listen to records in the library. Bring your own records to share or...
delawarelibraries.libcal.com
July 15, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Join us on the second Tuesday of the month for Vinyl Record Listening Club.
The July theme is "American dream." Listen to Tom Petty, Neil Young, Lucinda Williams, Bruce Springstein, Woodie Guthrie, Willie Nelson, and more.
Open to adults 18+.
The July theme is "American dream." Listen to Tom Petty, Neil Young, Lucinda Williams, Bruce Springstein, Woodie Guthrie, Willie Nelson, and more.
Open to adults 18+.