Appoquinimink Library

Libraries Closed for Memorial Day

Please note that the New Castle County Libraries will be CLOSED on Monday, May 28 for the Memorial Day holiday. Please renew your items early to avoid confusion.

Address: 651 North Broad Street Middletown, DE 19709

Phone: (302) 378-5588

Fax: (302) 378-5594

Hours

Monday	10:00am - 8:00pm
Tuesday	1:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday	1:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday	10:00am - 5:00pm
Friday	10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday	10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday	Closed

Manager: Paula Davino

News and Upcoming Events

New Castle County Family Resource Fair

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

4:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary School
4050 Wrangle Hill Road, Bear, Delaware

You are cordially invited to take part in the inaugural New Castle County Family Resource Fair. The fair is designed to provide parents, caregivers and the community-at-large with a single point of access to resources that support the needs of children of all ages. Local, county and state non-profit organizations will be disseminating information about their programs and services at this family-friendly event.

There will be lots of fun for children of all ages with door prizes, a face/hand painting station, strolling book characters and a craft station.

For more information contact your local New Castle County library.

Teen Lit Mag 2012

Are you a teen (ages 12-19) or do you know a teen who loves to write, illustrate, or take pictures? Check out our Teen Literary Magazine page, where you can find submission guidelines and the 2011 Mag. If you’d like to join the blog, just send an “invite me” request to nccteenzine at gmail.com. Join us as we gear up for a Summer of writing and illustrating workshops!

ONGOING PROGRAMS @ THE APPOQUINIMINK LIBRARY!

Tech Support Available at the Appoquinimink Library

During Our Hours of Operation

Need assistance understanding or downloading ebooks to eReaders, Androids, Kindles, or Nooks?

No worries-we are here to help!

Come to the library or call us for available dates to register for a tutorial!

RHYTHM, RHYME AND STORY TIME

Fridays: 10:15 a.m.

March 9th, 16th, 23rd, April 13th & 20th, May 11th, 18th & 25th

Miss Stephanie will be introducting engaging stories, songs and crafts for children age 3+ and their caregiver!

BOOK BABIES

Fridays: 11:00 a.m.

March 9th, 16th, 23rd, April 13th & 20th, May 11th, 18th & 25th

Miss Stephanie will perform for babies, birth to 18 months, finger plays, songs, and movement activities. Lots of interactive fun for baby!

Registration required! Call the library at 378-5588 or stop in at the Circulation Desk.

WRITER'S BLOCK

Wednesdays: 6:00 p.m.

March 7th, April 1th, and May 9th

Join Kate Roshon for an evening of networking and shared writing ideas and projects with other novice or experienced writers.

Teens-Adults

PAPER CRAFTS

6:00 p.m.

Mondays: March 19th, April 16th and May 21st

Explore your artistic side and create an original craft with art instructor Pam Gill. Small materials fee required.

Teens-Adults

Registration required! Call the library at 378-5588 or stop in at the Circulation Desk!

FAMILY FUN NIGHT

6:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Tuesdays: March 27th, April 24th and May 29th

Get out of the house and away from the yard work. Visit the library and enjoy some card games, board games and table games. Bring your own games or choose from our selection.

Fun for the entire family!

BOOK DISCUSSION

Third Wednesday of the Month: 7:00 p.m.

Join our monthly book group for a lively in-depth discussion! Fun for all. Bring a friend! Adults

March 21: The Psychopath Test: A Journey Through the Madness Industry by Jon Ronson

April 18th: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet

by Jamie Ford

May 16th: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

by Rebecca Skloot

Reserve your copy today! http://ilsapp.lib.de.us

DELAWARE MONEY SCHOOL

Delaware Money School's Financial Literacy Institute offers free programs. Check their website for dates and topics offered at the Appoquinimink Library: To register go to www.delawaremoneyschool.com or call 1-800-267-5002

KNITTING CIRCLE!

Every Other Tuesday

7:00 p.m.

Drop in for a lively and fun conversation while learning the latest knitting techniques or bring your own project to work on. All levels of knitting experience welcome. Bring a friend!

Teens-Adults

SEW-BEE-IT QUILTERS!

Second Saturday of the Month!

10:00 a.m.

Join our group for some quilting fun. Our members are novice and experienced quilters. So don't be shy, bring a friend and your creativity! All levels of experience welcome. Teens-Adults