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New Castle Public Library

Address: 424 Delaware St New Castle DE 19720
Phone: (302) 328-1995
Fax: (302) 328-4412
Hours
Monday 10:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday Closed
Director: Katie C. Newell

News and Upcoming Events

Teen Summer Reading Club Programs

Fingerpainting - July 27th; 3pm
 
Finding Nemo - July 30th; 2pm
Movie and discussion.
 
Knitting with Leslee - August 2nd; 2 pm
Ages 10 and up.  Registration is required.
 
Treasure Hunt - August 4th; 2:30 pm
 
Inkheart - August 6th; 2 pm
Read the book beforehand, watch the movie today and stay for the discussion.
 
TALENT SHOW & ICE CREAM SOCIAL - AUGUST 11TH; 7 pm
Registration required for performing in the show.
 
Game On! - August 13th; 12 pm
A lunch-bunch gaming session playing Sponge Bob Monopoly.
 
SUMMER READING CLUB ENDS - AUGUST 14TH; 5 pm
 
SUMMER READING CLUB GRAND PRIZE DRAWINGS - AUGUST 16TH

Childrens Summer Reading Club Programs

Wonders of Water - July 27th; 11 am
Join the Girl Scouts at the library to explore water in our area.  Attend one, two or all three sessions.  This program is for youth in grades K and up.
 
"Sharks & Other Ocean Surprises" - July 28th; 3 pm
With Clem Bowen.  This original show will incorporate the lively arts of comedy, storytelling, and music with homemade instruments.  Come prepared to laugh, stomp and sing-along!
 
"Take the Bait" with 4H - July 29th; 2:30 pm
For grades 3-5.  Registration is required.
 
Crafty Kids - July 30th; 11 am-1 pm
Kids will create make and take crafts.  Ages 3 and up.
 
"Under the Sea" - August 3rd; 11 am
Presented by the Delaware Museum of Natural History.  For all ages.
 
"Magic Pots & Recycled Bottles" - August 9th; 3 pm
With Kathleen Jacobs.  For all ages.
The program is made possible by grants from the Institute of Museums and Library Services, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Delaware Division of Arts, a state agency committed to promoting and supporting the arts in Delaware. 
 
TALENT SHOW & ICE CREAM SOCIAL - AUGUST 11TH; 7 pm
Registration required for performing in the talent show.
 
SUMMER READING CLUB ENDS - AUGUST 14TH; 5 pm
 
SUMMER READING CLUB GRAND PRIZE DRAWINGS - AUGUST 16TH

Genealogy Interest Group

August 3
5:30 pm

Are you interested in genealogy?  Are you interested in helping us start a genealogy club at the library?  Come share your ideas with us!!

Adult Summer Reading Club Programs

Surf the Internet - August 11th; 10:30 am-12 pm
Basic knowledge of keyboard and mouse use required.  Class size is limited to 6, all ages welcome.  Registration is required.
 
TALENT SHOW & ICE CREAM SOCIAL - AUGUST 11TH; 7 pm
Registration required for performing in the talent show.
 
SUMMER READING CLUB ENDS - AUGUST 14TH; 5 pm
 
 

Knitting Club - Beginners & Beyond

August 12 & 26
7 pm

Bring your needles and yarn and join us for instruction and/or encouragement.  Registration is required and you must be at least 18 years old.