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DRAWING AND PAINTING – Ages 10-17

Eight 1½-hour classes. Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 10-17

FUN WITH CLAY

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn techniques and create new pieces using coils, slabs, pinching and sculpting techniques. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-9

CLAY WORKS

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and get an introduction to the potter’s wheel. Explore both functional and sculptural pieces. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 10-17

DRAWING AND PAINTING – Ages 6-9

Eight 1½-hour classes. Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-9

COLORING OUTSIDE THE LINES: ART WITH YOUR LITTLE

One 1-hour class. Caregivers and children come create art and memories together! In this class, we will be creating fun art that will feature seasonal or holiday themes! Additional $10 material fee. The cost of the class and material fee is for the caregiver and child. There must be at least one caregiver per child. Work on your project together (and only register for one person). If you each want to create your own piece, please register individually. Ages 12 months-5 Themes: 3/4 - Luck of the Irish Handprint Mixed Media Canvas Painting 4/1 - Easter Bunny Footprint Canvas Painting 5/6 - Mommy & Me Handprint Pot of Flowers Canvas Painting

BEGINNING WHEEL THROWING

Six 2.5-hour classes. Learn the skills necessary to throw cylinders, cups and bowls in an exciting and encouraging environment. Step by step instruction. Additional $30 materials fee due to instructor. Adults

Osher Fiber Arts and Fabric Dyeing at The Art Studio

Ten 2-hour classes. Explore the many ways of creating art and functional pieces with fabric and other fibers! Make hand dyed silk scarves using different dying methods, framed silk paintings, small weavings, and learn different ways to felt wool. Open to all levels. Additional $70 material fee due to instructor. Ages 18+

EMBROIDERED MOTTO

One 2½-hour class. Learn different embroidery stitching techniques to personalize fabric with a motto of your choice. Additional $10 material fee due to instructor. Ages 16+

BLACK AND WHITE FILM PHOTOGRAPHY

Four 2½-hour classes. Learn and practice documentary, landscape, and portrait film photography. Additional $20 fee covers chemical use only. Students responsible for their own film and paper costs. Ages 18+ *Please note students should have a film camera. The instructor asks for students to bring a completed roll of black and white film on the first day of class to develop. Tri-X 400 is the preferred roll of film.

FURNITURE PAINTING 101

One 2½-hour class. This is the perfect workshop if you're new to painting furniture or want to learn more about Fusion Mineral Paint. We'll cover all the steps, from prep to finish, as well as review the many ways to refresh and restyle your home with a pot of paint, a few basic tools, and some imagination! We’ll paint an instructor-provided piece of furniture together, then each participant will paint a small wood project (usually a tray or sign, depending on availability. Techniques covered: preparing the surface, painting without brush strokes, two-color distressing, topcoats, finishing touches. Additional $20 material fee due to instructor. Ages 16+

KUMIHIMO WOVEN BRACELETS AT WHITEHALL

One 2-hour session. Learn the traditional Japanese art form of kumihimo. Use colorful thread to make woven patterns that can be used to make bracelets. Additional $10 material fee due to instructor. Ages 16+

KALEIDOSCOPE ADAPTIVE ART STUDIO

One 2-hour class. This adaptive class introduces students to both expressive and fine arts. Enjoy weekly themes including painting, music improvisation or creative movement, mixed-media, and sculpture. Adaptive technology will be provided as needed. We ask that all participants pre-register by the Monday before class. In partnership with Art Therapy Express. Additional $3 material fee per class. Ages: 16+.

DRAWING AND PAINTING – Ages 10-17

Eight 1½-hour classes. Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 10-17

FUN WITH CLAY

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn techniques and create new pieces using coils, slabs, pinching and sculpting techniques. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-9

Free Creative Art Saturday at The Art Studio

Create a fun art project with a local artist at The Art Studio. We are located at 310 Kiamensi Road Wilmington, DE 19804. Call (302) 995-7661 for more information. See below for themes. Registration is not required. Ideal for children ages 6+, adults and families! All children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE Themes: 3/11 - Paper Terrariums 4/8 - Cardboard Bah-Relief 5/13 - Paper Weaving

CLAY WORKS

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and get an introduction to the potter’s wheel. Explore both functional and sculptural pieces. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 10-17

DRAWING AND PAINTING – Ages 6-9

Eight 1½-hour classes. Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-9

Spring Break Art Camp: Ages 6-9

Five 1½-hour classes. Youth ages 6-17 can take a well-deserved break from school at our Spring Break Art Camp. Explore all the types of art you love in this one-week session. Experiment with a variety of techniques and media and spend your break creating fun pieces of art. Additional $15 materials fee due to the instructor at first class.

Spring Break Art Camp: Ages 10-17

Five 1½-hour classes. Youth ages 6-17 can take a well-deserved break from school at our Spring Break Art Camp. Explore all the types of art you love in this one-week session. Experiment with a variety of techniques and media and spend your break creating fun pieces of art. Additional $15 materials fee due to the instructor at first class.

INTERMEDIATE DRAWING

Four 2-hour classes. This is a course that will expand your skills to draw what you see. Working from still life objects, this course will teach the various techniques for drawing surface textures, transparencies, shadow and composition. If you’ve ever wanted to explore additional and unique drawing techniques, then this is the course for you! Bring any size sketch pad and a pencil to the first class. Ages 16+

Osher Fiber Arts and Fabric Dyeing at The Art Studio

Ten 2-hour classes. Explore the many ways of creating art and functional pieces with fabric and other fibers! Make hand dyed silk scarves using different dying methods, framed silk paintings, small weavings, and learn different ways to felt wool. Open to all levels. Additional $70 material fee due to instructor. Ages 18+

ICE & INDIGO DYEING CLASS

Two 1½-hour classes. First learn how to ice dye. Create a one-of-a-kind pattern, creating unique works of beauty that you can wear or display around your home. In the second class learn how to indigo dye. The fabric first comes out of the dye bath bright green and turns to deep blue right before your eyes. Dye and choice of 1 item per day to dye is provided. Bring your own additional cotton/linen items to dye (no larger than a t-shirt). Additional $40 material fee due to instructor. Ages 16+

ICE & INDIGO DYEING CLASS

Two 1½-hour classes. First learn how to ice dye. Create a one-of-a-kind pattern, creating unique works of beauty that you can wear or display around your home. In the second class learn how to indigo dye. The fabric first comes out of the dye bath bright green and turns to deep blue right before your eyes. Dye and choice of 1 item per day to dye is provided. Bring your own additional cotton/linen items to dye (no larger than a t-shirt). Additional $40 material fee due to instructor. Ages 16+

KALEIDOSCOPE ADAPTIVE ART STUDIO

One 2-hour class. This adaptive class introduces students to both expressive and fine arts. Enjoy weekly themes including painting, music improvisation or creative movement, mixed-media, and sculpture. Adaptive technology will be provided as needed. We ask that all participants pre-register by the Monday before class. In partnership with Art Therapy Express. Additional $3 material fee per class. Ages: 16+.

MAKE ART WITH YOUR BIG KIDS

One 2-hour class. Caregivers and children come create art and memories together! In this class, we will be creating fun art that will feature seasonal or holiday themes (see list of projects below)! Additional $10 material fee. The cost of the class and material fee is for the caregiver and child. There must be at least one caregiver per child. Work on your project together (and only register for one person). If you each want to create your own piece, please register individually. Ages 6-10 Themes: Thu | 6-8pm | 3/2 - Clay Leprechaun Gnome Figurine Thu | 6-8pm | 3/30 - Hanging with my Peeps Wood Board Painting Thu | 6-8pm | 4/13 - Mushroom Scape Wood Slice Painting Thu | 6-8pm | 4/27 - Mom & Me String Art Thu | 6-8pm | 5/11 - Mason Jar Wildflowers Mixed Media Canvas Painting Thu | 6-8pm | 5/25 - Summer Ready Tote Bags or T-Shirts

DRAWING AND PAINTING – Ages 10-17

Eight 1½-hour classes. Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 10-17

FUN WITH CLAY

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn techniques and create new pieces using coils, slabs, pinching and sculpting techniques. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-9

CLAY WORKS

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and get an introduction to the potter’s wheel. Explore both functional and sculptural pieces. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 10-17

DRAWING AND PAINTING – Ages 6-9

Eight 1½-hour classes. Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-9

CONNECTING GENERATIONS: MAKE YOUR OWN BOWL

One 1½-hour class. Try something new and experience art with your family and friends. Create your own wheel thrown bowl from start to finish while enjoying time together. Learn the basics of the potter’s wheel from centering to forming in this fun and encouraging environment. Our skilled instructor will be there to help every step of the way. After the student has created their piece, the instructor will mark glaze color choice. Materials are included in the cost of class. Because pieces will need to be fired, participants will be notified when pieces are ready to be picked up. Adults and ages 12+ with a Caregiver

PAINTING WITH FRIENDS – COLOR FIELDS

One 1½-hour class. Spend an afternoon painting and chatting with friends. We will explore creating color fields together. All skill levels are welcome! Additional $5 material fee due to the instructor.

BEGINNING WHEEL THROWING

Six 2½-hour classes. Learn the skills necessary to throw cylinders, cups and bowls in an exciting and encouraging environment. Step by step instruction. Additional $30 materials fee due to instructor. Ages 18+

INTERMEDIATE DRAWING

Four 2-hour classes. This is a course that will expand your skills to draw what you see. Working from still life objects, this course will teach the various techniques for drawing surface textures, transparencies, shadow and composition. If you’ve ever wanted to explore additional and unique drawing techniques, then this is the course for you! Bring any size sketch pad and a pencil to the first class. Ages 16+

Osher Fiber Arts and Fabric Dyeing at The Art Studio

Ten 2-hour classes. Explore the many ways of creating art and functional pieces with fabric and other fibers! Make hand dyed silk scarves using different dying methods, framed silk paintings, small weavings, and learn different ways to felt wool. Open to all levels. Additional $70 material fee due to instructor. Ages 18+

HOMESCHOOLING ART DAYS - Ages 6-14

Five 1½-hour classes. Join us for our Homeschooling Days! This class will be split into two 5-week sessions. In these sessions, we will alternate between learning about the works of famous artists and recreating or reinterpreting those works, exploring the wonders of different cultures through their art, or artistic theories, methods and techniques. Additional $20 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-14

ICE & INDIGO DYEING CLASS

Two 1½-hour classes. First learn how to ice dye. Create a one-of-a-kind pattern, creating unique works of beauty that you can wear or display around your home. In the second class learn how to indigo dye. The fabric first comes out of the dye bath bright green and turns to deep blue right before your eyes. Dye and choice of 1 item per day to dye is provided. Bring your own additional cotton/linen items to dye (no larger than a t-shirt). Additional $40 material fee due to instructor. Ages 16+

ICE & INDIGO DYEING CLASS

Two 1½-hour classes. First learn how to ice dye. Create a one-of-a-kind pattern, creating unique works of beauty that you can wear or display around your home. In the second class learn how to indigo dye. The fabric first comes out of the dye bath bright green and turns to deep blue right before your eyes. Dye and choice of 1 item per day to dye is provided. Bring your own additional cotton/linen items to dye (no larger than a t-shirt). Additional $40 material fee due to instructor. Ages 16+

ADVANCED FURNITURE PAINTING TECHNIQUES

One 2½-hour class. Take your furniture painting to the next level! In this class we’ll create sample boards using a variety of techniques including distressing, dry brushing, blending, and glazing to create unlimited original looks. All materials supplied. Participants will receive a Product Guide, an Instruction Guide and a starter kit for creating new looks at home. Furniture Painting 101 is recommended before taking this class. Additional $20 material fee due to instructor. Ages 16+

ENVELOPE CERAMIC WALL POCKETS

One 2-hour class. First, build a functional pottery piece using introductory hand building techniques like slab rolling and pinching. Then, learn to decorate your piece using glaze, stamps and other decorative tools. Items will be picked up at a later date due to the firing process. Materials are included in the cost of class. Ages 16+

JEWELRY 101

One 3-hour class. Learn basic jewelry making techniques for beginning students. Class will include a necklace, bracelet, and earring design and instruction. You will learn how to design a necklace using beading wire, multicolored glass beads and crystals and finish with a clasp. Learn to string a stretch bracelet and the proper way to tie so the knot is secure. Lastly design and construct a matching pair of earrings to complete the set. Materials are included in the cost of class. Ages 16+

KALEIDOSCOPE ADAPTIVE ART STUDIO

One 2-hour class. This adaptive class introduces students to both expressive and fine arts. Enjoy weekly themes including painting, music improvisation or creative movement, mixed-media, and sculpture. Adaptive technology will be provided as needed. We ask that all participants pre-register by the Monday before class. In partnership with Art Therapy Express. Additional $3 material fee per class. Ages: 16+.

DRAWING AND PAINTING – Ages 10-17

Eight 1½-hour classes. Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 10-17

FUN WITH CLAY

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn techniques and create new pieces using coils, slabs, pinching and sculpting techniques. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-9

CLAY WORKS

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and get an introduction to the potter’s wheel. Explore both functional and sculptural pieces. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 10-17

DRAWING AND PAINTING – Ages 6-9

Eight 1½-hour classes. Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-9

CERAMIC HAND BUILT HARRY POTTER HAT

One 1½-hour class. Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and build your own clay decoration! No experience needed. Because pieces will need to be fired, participants will be notified when pieces are ready to be picked up. Materials included in the cost of class. Ages 6-12

BEGINNING WHEEL THROWING

Six 2½-hour classes. Learn the skills necessary to throw cylinders, cups and bowls in an exciting and encouraging environment. Step by step instruction. Additional $30 materials fee due to instructor. Ages 18+

INTERMEDIATE DRAWING

Four 2-hour classes. This is a course that will expand your skills to draw what you see. Working from still life objects, this course will teach the various techniques for drawing surface textures, transparencies, shadow and composition. If you’ve ever wanted to explore additional and unique drawing techniques, then this is the course for you! Bring any size sketch pad and a pencil to the first class. Ages 16+

HOMESCHOOLING ART DAYS - Ages 6-14

Five 1½-hour classes. Join us for our Homeschooling Days! This class will be split into two 5-week sessions. In these sessions, we will alternate between learning about the works of famous artists and recreating or reinterpreting those works, exploring the wonders of different cultures through their art, or artistic theories, methods and techniques. Additional $20 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-14

ACRYLIC PAINTING STUDIO- ABSTRACT & PATTERNS

Six 2-hour classes. Explore acrylic painting techniques and color mixing through abstraction and geometric patterning. Techniques include masking and creating textures using mediums/additives. Participants can receive constructive feedback on their projects in this fun and supportive class. All skill levels welcome! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor (waived if participants provide their own materials). Ages 16+

BEYOND BEGINNER’S WATERCOLOR

Four 2-hour classes. Explore the use of light, shadow, and color to create forms using watercolors. Previous experience required. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 16+

KALEIDOSCOPE ADAPTIVE ART STUDIO

One 2-hour class. This adaptive class introduces students to both expressive and fine arts. Enjoy weekly themes including painting, music improvisation or creative movement, mixed-media, and sculpture. Adaptive technology will be provided as needed. We ask that all participants pre-register by the Monday before class. In partnership with Art Therapy Express. Additional $3 material fee per class. Ages: 16+.

MAKE ART WITH YOUR BIG KIDS

One 2-hour class. Caregivers and children come create art and memories together! In this class, we will be creating fun art that will feature seasonal or holiday themes (see list of projects below)! Additional $10 material fee. The cost of the class and material fee is for the caregiver and child. There must be at least one caregiver per child. Work on your project together (and only register for one person). If you each want to create your own piece, please register individually. Ages 6-10 Themes: Thu | 6-8pm | 3/2 - Clay Leprechaun Gnome Figurine Thu | 6-8pm | 3/30 - Hanging with my Peeps Wood Board Painting Thu | 6-8pm | 4/13 - Mushroom Scape Wood Slice Painting Thu | 6-8pm | 4/27 - Mom & Me String Art Thu | 6-8pm | 5/11 - Mason Jar Wildflowers Mixed Media Canvas Painting Thu | 6-8pm | 5/25 - Summer Ready Tote Bags or T-Shirts

INTRO TO CLAYPRINTING

One 6-hour class. Ready to experience something completely different? Learn how Mitch Lyons' unique printmaking process changed the way clay can be used. You will be working from a slab of clay, adding layers of colored clay slips, pastels, textures, and imagery. From this the monoprints will be pulled. Even if you’ve never worked with clay or know nothing about printmaking, you’ll be excited to learn how to pull your very own clay monoprints. All levels welcome. Additional $30 material fee. Ages 18+ Student supply list (optional): apron, cottage cheese/yogurt plastic containers for slip, any textures or stencils, etc. you would like to use.

DRAWING AND PAINTING – Ages 10-17

Eight 1½-hour classes. Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 10-17

FUN WITH CLAY

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn techniques and create new pieces using coils, slabs, pinching and sculpting techniques. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-9

CLAY WORKS

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and get an introduction to the potter’s wheel. Explore both functional and sculptural pieces. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 10-17

DRAWING AND PAINTING – Ages 6-9

Eight 1½-hour classes. Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. Ages 6-9

WEAVING

One 3-hour session. Open Studio for beginning and experienced weavers to work on floor looms. Table top looms also available. If new to the Weaving Studio, please call (302) 995-7661 before registration to ensure there is a loom available. Ages 18+

WEAVING

One 3-hour session. Open Studio for beginning and experienced weavers to work on floor looms. Table top looms also available. If new to the Weaving Studio, please call (302) 995-7661 before registration to ensure there is a loom available. Ages 18+

WEAVING

One 3-hour session. Open Studio for beginning and experienced weavers to work on floor looms. Table top looms also available. If new to the Weaving Studio, please call (302) 995-7661 before registration to ensure there is a loom available. Ages 18+

WEAVING

One 3-hour session. Open Studio for beginning and experienced weavers to work on floor looms. Table top looms also available. If new to the Weaving Studio, please call (302) 995-7661 before registration to ensure there is a loom available. Ages 18+

WEAVING

One 3-hour session. Open Studio for beginning and experienced weavers to work on floor looms. Table top looms also available. If new to the Weaving Studio, please call (302) 995-7661 before registration to ensure there is a loom available. Ages 18+

WEAVING

One 3-hour session. Open Studio for beginning and experienced weavers to work on floor looms. Table top looms also available. If new to the Weaving Studio, please call (302) 995-7661 before registration to ensure there is a loom available. Ages 18+

WEAVING

One 3-hour session. Open Studio for beginning and experienced weavers to work on floor looms. Table top looms also available. If new to the Weaving Studio, please call (302) 995-7661 before registration to ensure there is a loom available. Ages 18+

WEAVING

One 3-hour session. Open Studio for beginning and experienced weavers to work on floor looms. Table top looms also available. If new to the Weaving Studio, please call (302) 995-7661 before registration to ensure there is a loom available. Ages 18+

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

Historic Review Board Business Meeting

Historic Review Board Public Hearing

Planning Board Public Hearing

Planning Board Business Meeting

Resource Protection Area Technical Advisory Committee Public Hearing

License Inspection and Review Board Virtual Public Hearing

License Inspection and Review Board Virtual Public Hearing

Budget Hearings - Revenue, Debt Services & Contingencies and Public Works

Executive Committee

Public Safety Committee

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Finance Committee

Council Meeting

Budget Hearings - Land Use, Row Offices, County Auditor, Ethics Commission

Hybrid Style Meeting. Physical meeting location and virtual meeting links and phone numbers are listed on the agenda. Agendas can be found on Council's agenda center.

Boards and Commissions Subcommittee

Land Use Committee

Personnel Subcommittee

Budget Hearings - Executive Office and Administration

Executive Committee

Community Services Committee

Finance Committee

Council Meeting

Middle Run Valley Tree Planting

We need your help planting trees! Individuals, families, friends, scouts, and other groups interested in helping - bring your muscles and enthusiasm! Volunteers dig holes, plant, cage, and water up to 600 trees.

Christina River Watershed Cleanup

Join hundreds of volunteers and help clean the single most important natural resource in our region! A solid effort is needed each year to keep each of these waterways as free from debris as possible while also improving wildlife habitat.

Zumba in the Park

Come join Zumba in the Park. On nice days we can move outside under the trees in the grove area to enjoy the fresh air and nature.

Line Dancing

Line dancing is a choreographed dance with a repeating series of steps that are performed in union by a group of people in lines or rows.

Zumba in the Park

Come join Zumba in the Park. On nice days we can move outside under the trees in the grove area to enjoy the fresh air and nature.

Line Dancing

Line dancing is a choreographed dance with a repeating series of steps that are performed in union by a group of people in lines or rows.

Fix-it Cafe

Have something that needs fixing? Don't throw it away.

Zumba in the Park

Come join Zumba in the Park. On nice days we can move outside under the trees in the grove area to enjoy the fresh air and nature.

Line Dancing

Line dancing is a choreographed dance with a repeating series of steps that are performed in union by a group of people in lines or rows.

Walk+Roll

Beginning this Spring, the University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, in partnership with community organizations throughout the state, will be hosting Walk+Roll community-based physical activity clubs.

Zumba in the Park

Come join Zumba in the Park. On nice days we can move outside under the trees in the grove area to enjoy the fresh air and nature.

Line Dancing

Line dancing is a choreographed dance with a repeating series of steps that are performed in union by a group of people in lines or rows.

Walk+Roll

Beginning this Spring, the University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, in partnership with community organizations throughout the state, will be hosting Walk+Roll community-based physical activity clubs.

Half-Day Skateboarding Camp

Skateboard, helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads are required. Participants should also bring basic equipment such as a water bottle, towel, etc. Please call the Sports Office before purchasing any equipment for these programs. Any weather-related cancellations will be made up as extended time on subsequent camp dates.

Walking Book Club: April

Read the featured novel of the month and take a walk around Hockessin to discuss riveting topics from the book! Led by Kathy Kozur, Hockessin Rec. Center. Register in advance by calling 302-239-8861. Book of the month: Whistling past the Graveyard, Susan Crandall

Concord Pike Monitoring Committee

Churchmans Crossing Monitoring Committee Workshop

NCC2050 Information Session: Housing

Story Time and Recipe Sampling (Longwood Gardens Community Reads)

Come to the Route 9 Library to enjoy a story time! We will be reading aloud the book, Bring Me Some Apples and I'll Make You a Pie by Robbin Gourley. Following the reading,

Mayhem & Murder at Rockwood

WANTED: Investigators to solve a Murder at Rockwood Park and Museum!

Watercolors in the Conservatory at Rockwood

Adults of all experience levels will study plants and flowers this spring with unique art techniques.

Below The Stairs and in the Attic: The Servants' Tour

Below The Stairs and in the Attic: The Servants' Tour at Rockwood

Poetry in the Mansion at Rockwood

Celebrate National Poetry Month with Rockwood’s Poet-in-Residence David P. Kozinski and his two guest poets. Bill Van Buskirk will read from his brand-new collection, The Poet’s Pocket Guide to Steady Employment and Maria Masington will read from her award-winning chapbook, Mouth Like a Sailor, among other poems. Kozinski has published two full-length poetry books and a chapbook and will read from them along with some new work. An 'open mic' will follow the featured poets. $10, $8 NCC residents, $2 for Art-Reach members, FREE for RPPS members. Use “Art-Reach2022” and “RPPS2022” coupon code at check out to unlock membership discount. Please remember to bring your membership ID to receive discount at beginning of the program. Ages 15 - adults

Poetry in the Mansion: National Poetry Month

Celebrate National Poetry Month with Rockwood’s Poet-in-Residence David P. Kozinski and his two guest poets. Bill Van Buskirk will read from his brand-new collection, “The Poet’s Pocket Guide to Steady Employment” and Maria Masington will read from her award-winning chapbook, “Mouth Like a Sailor,” among other poems. Kozinski has published two full-length poetry books and a chapbook and will read from them along with some new work.

Rockwood Hike & Brunch-Bird Migration in Delaware

Charles H. Shattuck IV, of Wild Birds Unlimited in Hockessin, will take hikers into the woods to for a birding session to witness firsthand this nesting season and to introduce visitors to the migrating birds in Delaware during spring. South American-inspired brunch to follow in honor of their migration destinations.

Mother's Day Photo Shoots at Rockwood

Private family photography sessions inside Rockwood’s Conservatory

Yappy Hour at Rockwood Park

FREE gathering for dog lovers in parks-featuring British Invasion tunes by the Harris Circle and others featuring a cash bar.

Growing at Rockwood: The Grand Garden Tour

Join Rockwood staff for a tour of the estate’s 170-year-old gardens. Highlights include Rockwood’s original 1850s pleasure garden, the modern apothecary garden, one of America’s oldest attached conservatories, and much more.

Rockwood Paranormal Tour

This is Rockwood’s classic Paranormal Program to investigate the mansion from the unfinished attic to the decayed basement through the highly polished living spaces in between.

Free First Sundays at Rockwood Museum

Come try out Rockwood Museum’s self-guided tour for the first time or return to see many fun, new changes – on us! This is our chance to give back to the community and open the doors wide open.

Growing at Rockwood: The Grand Garden Tour

Join Rockwood staff for a tour of the estate’s 170-year-old gardens.

The Bachelor Collectors: The Arts of Rockwood Tour

Rockwood's Historic Structures Walking Tour

Take a rare walk back in time on the South Lawn at Rockwood.

Tuesday AM Flow Yoga

During the winter season, Rockwood’s Flow Yoga with instructor Maryann Quinn will take place inside the museum. Come for an hour of fun and relaxation and learn the art of Flow Yoga. Program is offered every Tuesday at 9 am. Please bring a mat, towel, water & blocks if you use them. Ages 16-Adults.

Thursday PM Yoga Meditation

Rockwood is now offering a Thursday evening yoga practice that emphasizes conscious breathing techniques and gentle movement.

Full Moon Yoga - Pink Moon

Full moons are a powerful time for letting go and getting back to yourself - grounded, relaxed and at ease.

Tuesday AM Flow Yoga

During the winter season, Rockwood’s Flow Yoga with instructor Maryann Quinn will take place inside the museum. Come for an hour of fun and relaxation and learn the art of Flow Yoga. Program is offered every Tuesday at 9 am. Please bring a mat, towel, water & blocks if you use them. Ages 16-Adults.

Thursday PM Yoga Meditation

Rockwood is now offering a Thursday evening yoga practice that emphasizes conscious breathing techniques and gentle movement.

Kids and Family Yoga - Happy Spring Yoga

Rockwood Park & Museum is hosting yoga sessions for children and families with the popular instructor Maryann Quinn.

Rockwood Guided Meditation

Meditation is a thoughtless awareness involving a calm body and quiet mind.

Tuesday AM Flow Yoga

During the winter season, Rockwood’s Flow Yoga with instructor Maryann Quinn will take place inside the museum. Come for an hour of fun and relaxation and learn the art of Flow Yoga. Program is offered every Tuesday at 9 am. Please bring a mat, towel, water & blocks if you use them. Ages 16-Adults.

Thursday PM Yoga Meditation

Rockwood is now offering a Thursday evening yoga practice that emphasizes conscious breathing techniques and gentle movement.

Happy-Hour Yoga at Rockwood

What could be better than a flow yoga practice followed by a glass of wine?

Tuesday AM Flow Yoga

During the winter season, Rockwood’s Flow Yoga with instructor Maryann Quinn will take place inside the museum. Come for an hour of fun and relaxation and learn the art of Flow Yoga. Program is offered every Tuesday at 9 am. Please bring a mat, towel, water & blocks if you use them. Ages 16-Adults.

Thursday PM Yoga Meditation

Rockwood is now offering a Thursday evening yoga practice that emphasizes conscious breathing techniques and gentle movement.

Workshops for Kids at Rockwood - Watercolors in the Conservatory

Kids of all experience levels will study plants and flowers this spring with unique art techniques.

Workshops for Kids at Rockwood - Watercolors in the Conservatory

Kids of all experience levels will study plants and flowers this spring with unique art techniques.

Rockwood Family Hike - Spring Break Hike

Join Rockwood staff for a monthly guided hike in spring and fall to discover some new and memorable themes of this important garden and park. From Bugs to Maple Syrup, this park holds many unique stories.

If Kids Ran the Museum

Rockwood is proud to debut its first generation of future museum leaders. These grade-schoolers have helped develop a kid- and family-friendly tour of Rockwood.

Story Time and Craft at Rockwood - Coffee Can Flowerpots

Join museum staff and volunteers each last Saturday of the spring months for a special-themed Story Time followed by a related craft or activity!

Family Art Days at Whitehall

Stop by Family Art Days on the 1st Saturday of each month for an art lesson and guided art project at the Whitehall Recreation Center. A new art project will be offered each month and the materials are included (see themes below)! $5 per each child who will be creating an art project. Ideal for children ages 6+ and their families! All children must be accompanied by an adult. Themes: 3/4: Paper Terrariums 4/1: Crayon and Watercolor Resist 5/6: Fish Wind Socks

Movers and Shakers at the Whitehall Rec Center

Movers & Shakers, is a music & movement class that is fun, lively and educational too! It is an opportunity for children and their caregiver to be introduced to songs & lyrics, rhythms & rhymes, & other fun games & activities too. We will sing, dance, explore colorful, musical instruments of all kinds, reach for bubbles & scarves soaring through the air, and much more!! Class is designed for children ages 10mo - 5yrs of age and a caregiver Must register online in advance

Movers and Shakers at the Whitehall Rec Center

Movers & Shakers, is a music & movement class that is fun, lively and educational too! It is an opportunity for children and their caregiver to be introduced to songs & lyrics, rhythms & rhymes, & other fun games & activities too. We will sing, dance, explore colorful, musical instruments of all kinds, reach for bubbles & scarves soaring through the air, and much more!! Class is designed for children ages 10mo - 5yrs of age and a caregiver Must register online in advance

Movers and Shakers at the Whitehall Rec Center

Movers & Shakers, is a music & movement class that is fun, lively and educational too! It is an opportunity for children and their caregiver to be introduced to songs & lyrics, rhythms & rhymes, & other fun games & activities too. We will sing, dance, explore colorful, musical instruments of all kinds, reach for bubbles & scarves soaring through the air, and much more!! Class is designed for children ages 10mo - 5yrs of age and a caregiver Must register online in advance

Movers and Shakers at the Whitehall Rec Center

Movers & Shakers, is a music & movement class that is fun, lively and educational too! It is an opportunity for children and their caregiver to be introduced to songs & lyrics, rhythms & rhymes, & other fun games & activities too. We will sing, dance, explore colorful, musical instruments of all kinds, reach for bubbles & scarves soaring through the air, and much more!! Class is designed for children ages 10mo - 5yrs of age and a caregiver Must register online in advance

Movers and Shakers at the Whitehall Rec Center

Movers & Shakers, is a music & movement class that is fun, lively and educational too! It is an opportunity for children and their caregiver to be introduced to songs & lyrics, rhythms & rhymes, & other fun games & activities too. We will sing, dance, explore colorful, musical instruments of all kinds, reach for bubbles & scarves soaring through the air, and much more!! Class is designed for children ages 10mo - 5yrs of age and a caregiver Must register online in advance

Movers and Shakers at the Whitehall Rec Center

Movers & Shakers, is a music & movement class that is fun, lively and educational too! It is an opportunity for children and their caregiver to be introduced to songs & lyrics, rhythms & rhymes, & other fun games & activities too. We will sing, dance, explore colorful, musical instruments of all kinds, reach for bubbles & scarves soaring through the air, and much more!! Class is designed for children ages 10mo - 5yrs of age and a caregiver Must register online in advance

Movers and Shakers at the Whitehall Rec Center

Movers & Shakers, is a music & movement class that is fun, lively and educational too! It is an opportunity for children and their caregiver to be introduced to songs & lyrics, rhythms & rhymes, & other fun games & activities too. We will sing, dance, explore colorful, musical instruments of all kinds, reach for bubbles & scarves soaring through the air, and much more!! Class is designed for children ages 10mo - 5yrs of age and a caregiver Must register online in advance

Movers and Shakers at the Whitehall Rec Center

Movers & Shakers, is a music & movement class that is fun, lively and educational too! It is an opportunity for children and their caregiver to be introduced to songs & lyrics, rhythms & rhymes, & other fun games & activities too. We will sing, dance, explore colorful, musical instruments of all kinds, reach for bubbles & scarves soaring through the air, and much more!! Class is designed for children ages 10mo - 5yrs of age and a caregiver Must register online in advance