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 submarine service and see a display of artifacts.
November 18, 2025 at 7:53 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 submarine service and see a display of artifacts.
Vintage Guitar Roadshow program - educational AND entertaining! Many thanks to Ken Lelan for bringing his collection of acoustic guitars.
Ken played our latest edition to the Library of Things! Want to try out a guitar before investing in a purchase - now you can check one out!
Ken played our latest edition to the Library of Things! Want to try out a guitar before investing in a purchase - now you can check one out!
November 18, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Vintage Guitar Roadshow program - educational AND entertaining! Many thanks to Ken Lelan for bringing his collection of acoustic guitars.
Ken played our latest edition to the Library of Things! Want to try out a guitar before investing in a purchase - now you can check one out!
Ken played our latest edition to the Library of Things! Want to try out a guitar before investing in a purchase - now you can check one out!
One hundred years ago today's vintage acoustic guitars were new instruments. Join us tonight for syncopated ragtime, early jazz and rhythmic swing tunes from the 1920s, 1930s & 1940s played on vintage acoustic guitars made in same decades!
November 17, 2025 at 6:44 PM
One hundred years ago today's vintage acoustic guitars were new instruments. Join us tonight for syncopated ragtime, early jazz and rhythmic swing tunes from the 1920s, 1930s & 1940s played on vintage acoustic guitars made in same decades!
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!
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!
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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
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…
Join us on the second Wednesday of the month for popular culture food, games, art, and other activities!
Today youth will learn to create art with nothing but dots!
We've adjusted the age limits to include more of our active library kids - ages 10-15 are now welcome for this program series!
Today youth will learn to create art with nothing but dots!
We've adjusted the age limits to include more of our active library kids - ages 10-15 are now welcome for this program series!
July 9, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Join us on the second Wednesday of the month for popular culture food, games, art, and other activities!
Today youth will learn to create art with nothing but dots!
We've adjusted the age limits to include more of our active library kids - ages 10-15 are now welcome for this program series!
Today youth will learn to create art with nothing but dots!
We've adjusted the age limits to include more of our active library kids - ages 10-15 are now welcome for this program series!
On Monday - Thursday in July, kids and teens 18 and under can enjoy a free, healthy lunch at the Library, courtesy of the Colonial School District's Summer Food Program.
FREE to all 18 and under. No cost. No sign-up. Just show up!
Questions? Call the Library at 302-834-4148.
FREE to all 18 and under. No cost. No sign-up. Just show up!
Questions? Call the Library at 302-834-4148.
July 9, 2025 at 3:36 PM
On Monday - Thursday in July, kids and teens 18 and under can enjoy a free, healthy lunch at the Library, courtesy of the Colonial School District's Summer Food Program.
FREE to all 18 and under. No cost. No sign-up. Just show up!
Questions? Call the Library at 302-834-4148.
FREE to all 18 and under. No cost. No sign-up. Just show up!
Questions? Call the Library at 302-834-4148.
Children and families are invited to join us after Storytime to meet a REAL SHIP CAPTAIN from the Delaware City Marina.
Captain Jeff will show off the tools of his trade and you can ask questions about life at sea!
July 8 from 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Captain Jeff will show off the tools of his trade and you can ask questions about life at sea!
July 8 from 10:30 - 11:00 AM
July 7, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Children and families are invited to join us after Storytime to meet a REAL SHIP CAPTAIN from the Delaware City Marina.
Captain Jeff will show off the tools of his trade and you can ask questions about life at sea!
July 8 from 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Captain Jeff will show off the tools of his trade and you can ask questions about life at sea!
July 8 from 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Register for the Summer Reading Challenge to get a cool backpack with a crayon pen and coloring books. Kids and teens who complete the program will earn a book, a painting kit and certificate.
Log your challenges for points, and get a prize out of the treasure box! The program runs until Aug 16.
Log your challenges for points, and get a prize out of the treasure box! The program runs until Aug 16.
July 3, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Register for the Summer Reading Challenge to get a cool backpack with a crayon pen and coloring books. Kids and teens who complete the program will earn a book, a painting kit and certificate.
Log your challenges for points, and get a prize out of the treasure box! The program runs until Aug 16.
Log your challenges for points, and get a prize out of the treasure box! The program runs until Aug 16.