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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

New Castle County Libraries invite you to participate in this free program which encourages you to read 1,000 books with your child before he or she begins kindergarten. For more information, check out what New Castle County Libraries have to offer (PDF) or visit www.1000booksbeforekindergarten.org.

Upcoming Events

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  1. Senior Coffee with Elsmere Library

    Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
    Presenter: Sharon Concannon
    Location: Online
    Library: Elsmere Public Library

    Bring your hot cuppa and your favorite sweet treat! ...

  2. Sensory Storytime with Mrs. Marianne

    Time: 10:00am - 10:30am
    Presenter: Marianne Hahn
    Location: Online
    Library: New Castle County Libraries

    Sensory Storytime with Mrs. Marianne on Zoom....

  3. Fit Kids: Stories and Exercise!

    Time: 11:00am - 11:30am
    Presenter: Marianne Hahn
    Location: Online
    Library: Bear Public Library

    Join Ms. Marianne on Zoom for a story time that has you...

  4. Simple Cooking with Heart Series - Heart Healthy Meat Preparation

    Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
    Presenter: University of Delaware Cooperative Extension
    Location: Zoom Meeting
    Library: Delaware Libraries

    Are you ready to get back...

  5. Magical Origami Stories with Yasu Ishida

    Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
    Presenter: Yasu Ishida
    Location: Online
    Library: New Castle County Libraries

    Prepare to be amazed, dazzled & bewildered by...

  6. Happy Tales - PAWS for People

    Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Presenter: Paws for People
    Location: Online
    Library: New Castle County Libraries

    Come read to a furry friend from PAWS for People via...

  7. Introduction to Ballet Dance Class with Hockessin Library and Mid-Atlantic Ballet

    Time: 3:30pm - 4:00pm
    Location: Online
    Library: Hockessin Public Library

    Boys and Girls ages 3 - 5 are invited to this montly introduction to ballet class offered via Zoom with...

  8. Walk-A-Mile Book Club

    Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
    Location: Zoom Meeting
    Library: Woodlawn Public Library

    Walk-a-Mile Book Club 

    All are welcome.

  9. Author Event with Maia Kobabe, author of Gender Queer

    Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
    Library: Woodlawn Public Library

    Meet Maia Kobabe, author of the award-winning graphic novel, Gender Queer in this FREE virtual event. Register and you will receive the Zoom link...

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Ask us, anytime!

Ask a Librarian Delaware is operated by Delaware library staff who can help you online, just as we do in person, from the convenience of your computer or cell phone.  You can ask us through email and text.  Please contact us and we will get back to you, whether it’s about your library account or item, or for research on a particular topic.  We hope to hear from you soon! We appreciate your service and use of our libraries, in person and online!  

Elsmere Library is located in the heart of the community, sharing space with the City of Elsmere and the Elsmere Senior Center. The library offers a variety of materials and services including free computer classes and tax preparation; and also provides a variety of programs for all ages.

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