Join storyteller Terry Colonna as she takes you on storybook and craft adventures.  Ages 3-5.  Registration requested.

 

Crafty Kids
Monday, May 14 @ 6:30pm
Diane Naylor works her craft magic with children. Ages 5-10. Registration requested.

 

Five Secrets to Permanent Weight Loss
Tuesday, May 15 @ 6:30pm
This workshop will educate you about how the body and metabolism works, why most diets don't work, how food, water, and medication play a role in your health and how pain limits a person from achieving their full health potention.  Presented by the Foundation For Wellness Professionals.  Adults.  Registration required.

 

Children of the Camps
Thursday, May 17 @ 6:30pm
This film captures the experiences of six Americans of Japanese ancestry who were confined as innocent children to internment camps by the U.S. government during WWII.  Adults.  Registration required.

 

Hora ce cuentos bilingues en espanol y en ingles.  Bilingual storytime in English and Spanish.  Registration required.

 

Friday, June 1 @ 10:30am
Terry Colonna kicks off our Summer Reading Program, Dream Big-Read, with storytelling and a craft project.  Ages 3-8. Registration required.
 
Crafty Kids
Monday, June 11 @ 6:30pm

Diane Naylor will read Arrow to the Sun by Gerald McDermott and the themed craft to make and take home will be a dream catcher. Ages 4-12. Registration required. 
 
Around the Coral Reef
Monday, June 18 @ 3:30pm
You and your child will learn about this fascinating ecosystem by watching a giant Clown Fish “swim” in the air overhead, assemble a coral reef puzzle, make a coral reef, color fish and other life,  and make and take home a coral reef scene.  Presented by the Delaware AeroSpace Education Foundation. All ages.
 
Would Your Kitchen Pass a Food Safety Inspection?
Friday, June 22 @ 12:30pm

Keeping food safe is in your hands but many people’s kitchens would fail an inspection. This program will review strategies you can use to keep food safe. Presented by the University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, Master Food Educator. Adults. Registration required.

Tuesday, June 26 @ 6:30pm
About 70 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders! In this workshop you will learn about the three natural solutions to sleep problems that will help you get a good night’s rest.  Presented by the Foundation for Wellness Professionals. Adults. Registration required.   
 
Crafty Kids

Monday, July 9 @ 6:30pm
Diane Naylor will read Ship of Dreams by Dean Morrissey and the themed craft to make and take home will be a reach for the stars mobile. Ages 4-12. Registration required.

There are many twilight or night blooming plants that can brighten up your garden as daylight dwindles. This program is about gardening for nighttime interest. Presented by the University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, Master Gardener. Registration required. Adults.

Thursday, July 12 @ 2:00pm
Mike Rose presents impossible magic tricks, weird mind reading stunts and off the wall comedy all themed around dreams and night time activities. All ages.  
 
Storybook Parties-Three Wishes

Friday, July 13 @ 9:30am
Terry Colonna will tell a selection of stories about wishes. Children will make and take home a craft. Ages 3-8. Registration required. 9:30am
 
Nocturnal

Friday, July 13 @ 2:00pm
Explore the world of nocturnal animals. This program will include live animals. Presented by the Brandywine Traveling Zoo. All ages. Registration required.
 
Silly Joe Sings

Monday, July 16 @ 10:30am
Silly Joe sings a high energy collection of songs written from a child’s point of view with funny lyrics and crazy sounds. All ages.

Friday, July 20 @ 3:00pm
Artist Paul Merklein presents a unique and entertaining program that combines art, literature, and comedy as he draws famous faces and faces found in the audience. All ages.

Monday, July 23 @ 10:30am
Story, music, movement and active learning. Ages 2-6. Registration required.
 
Getting the Most Out of Eating Locally

Tuesday, July 24 @ 6:00pm
This program will review strategies to increase consumption of local products. Discover local producers and resources. Presented by the University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, Master Food Educator. Adults. Registration required.
 
Sam and His Crazy Dreams

Tuesday, July 31 @ 2:00pm
Using handmade puppets, props, original songs and the summer theme, performer Rick Waterhouse helps Sam find the perfect book for nighttime reading. All ages.
  
Vampires vs Werewolves Night

Thursday, August 2 @ 6:00pm
Are you Team Vampire or Team Werewolf? Come together despite your differences for a night of fun, snacks, trivia, games and friends! Teens. Registration required.
 
Perry the Endangered Panda

Monday, August 6 @ 11:30am
Meet a life-sized inflatable giant panda, and learn about his struggle to survive. You will also practice measuring skills, create panda crafts and play a panda game. Presented by the Delaware AeroSpace Foundation. All ages.

Tuesday, August 7 @ 3:00pm
Learn the simple basic steps of self defense for teens. Focus will be on awareness and prevention. Wear comfortable clothing. Presented by Karate Plus Family Center. Teens.
   
Didgeridoo Down Under

Thursday, August 9 @ 1:30pm
Performer Lindsey Dank uses art, comedy and education while demonstrating the didgeridoo and djembe; instruments indigenous to Aboriginal Australia and Africa.  All ages.

   
Storybook Parties - Night Shivers

Friday, August 10 @ 9:30am
Terry Colonna will tell fictional stories about nocturnal animals. Children will make and take home a craft.  Ages 3-8. Registration required.
 
Crafty Kids

Monday, August 13 @ 6:30pm
Diane Naylor will read Franklin’s Big Dreams by David Teague and the themed craft to make and take home will be rocket ships. Ages 4-12. Registration required.
  
Canning Foods Using a Water Bath Canner

Tuesday, August 28 @ 6:00pm
This program will review the steps and strategies for canning foods in a water bath canner. Presented by University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, Master Food Educator.  Adults. Registration required.

 

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.

Mondays @ 6:00pm: April 23, May 21, June 25, July 30, August 27
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. Teens - Adults.  Registration required.

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm: May 8, June 19, July 17, August 21
Magformers building sets utilize the power of magnets to create 3D structures. The library provides the building sets so just bring your imagination. Ages 4 and up.

Fridays @ 12:30pm: June 29, July 27, August 31
Join our non-traditional book club where readers of all genres of fiction or nonfiction come together and share impressions. Bring a book that you are reading or have recently read for discussion. Refreshments. Adults.  
 
Read to Max

Thursdays @ 7:00pm: May 24, June 21, July 19, August 23
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. Children. Registration required.  
                                                                                                                                                                                      Delaware Money School

This Financial Literacy Institute offers free programs. For information on topics offered at the library and to register go to www.delawaremoneyschool.org or call 1-800-267-5002.
 

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!

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 send an e-mail to feedback@lib.de.us