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Elsmere Library

Libraries Closed for Memorial Day

Please note that the New Castle County Libraries will be CLOSED Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday. Please renew your items early to avoid confusion.
Address: 30 Spruce Ave Wilmington DE 19805
Phone: (302) 892-2210
Fax: (302) 892-2213
Hours
Monday 10:00am - 8:00pm
Tuesday 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday Closed
Manager: Beth Kloetzer

News and Upcoming Events

ONGOING PROGRAMS

View all of this month's programs at Elsmere's May 2013 events.
 
READING TO MAX
Children have the opportunity to read aloud for 15 minutes to a well-trained Max in order to improve their communication skills. Child should be reading age. Sponsored by Therapy Dogs International.
Registration required. Children. 7pm
Thursday: May 23
 
SCRABBLE/GAME CLUB
Are you a Scrabble enthusiast or just want to know how to play the game? Bring in your own Scrabble board or share one for a great game of Scrabble. Registration required. Teens/Adults. 6pm
Monday: May 20
 
SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP)
SNAP (formerly the Food Stamp Program) is designed to help low-income individuals and families supplement their income to purchase better quality and more nutritious food. Learn about eligibility and application.
Saturday: May 18, 2:00pm
 
JOB SEARCH
Resume Workshop:
Learn what a solid resume looks like, what it should include, and leave with the knowledge of how to create one of your own. 1-2pm
Interviewing Workshop: Interviewing techniques, questions, attire, and follow-up will be discussed. 2-4pm
Registration required. Adults
Wednesday: May 29
 
DELAWARE MONEY SCHOOL
For information on topics offered at the library and to register go to delawaremoneyschool.org or call
1-800-267-5002. Adults

JOB CENTER PROGRAMMING AT ELSMERE LIBRARY

 
 
The Job Center@Delaware Libraries is offering the following free of charge at Elsmere Library.  Registration is required.  Please call 892-2210 for more information and to register.
 
 
 

Resume Workshop
Attend this 1-hour workshop to learn how to create an eye-catching resume.  During this session, you will learn what a solid resume looks like and what it should include.  You will leave with the knowledge of how to create a resume of your own.
Wednesday, 1-2pm: 5/29
 
Interview Workshop
Come join us to brush up on your interviewing skills.  Interviewing techniques, questions, attire, and follow-up will be discussed.
Wednesday, 2-4pm: 5/29

The Love Your Library Cookbook is On Sale Now!

Featuring favorite recipes from the kitchens of New Castle County Library staff and patrons with a special section on healthy recipes for kids from Nemours.
 
Love Your Library Cookbooks are now on sale.  Hungry for more information?

Ask-A-Librarian Delaware

Open even when the library isn't!
Have a question for a Reference librarian and can't make it to the library?  Try our live chat service that connects you with a Reference librarian: Ask-A-Librarian Delaware.  Sponsored by the Delaware Division of Libraries.

Questions About Our Electronic Offerings?

Are you having difficulty locating your favorite e-book in our catalog?  Are you unable to find Heritage Quest to access a critical record?  Are you just plain confused about when your item on hold will get to you?
 
If you have concerns such as these with our electronic offerings, please contact the Delaware Division of Libraries.