Hockessin Library, 1023 Valley Road, Hockessin, DE 19707, (302) 239-5160
November 16, 2021
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"Autumn carries more gold in its pocket than all the other seasons."
- Jim Bishop (November 21, 1907 – July 26, 1987)
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Friends of the Hockessin Library Holiday Book Sale
Saturday, November 20
10:00am - 4:30pm
In the Hockessin Library Meeting Room
Holiday shopping anyone?
Call (302) 239-5160 if you have any questions.
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All New Castle County Libraries will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 25 & 26, for Thanksgiving.
Regular hours resume Saturday.
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Click below for the latest updates for all New Castle County Libraries! |
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Come Back to the Library for these Fun Programs!! |
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Story Time is Back at Hockessin Library!
Rhythm, Rhyme and Story Time
Tuesdays at 10:15am
No registration required.
Stories and an activity for ages 3 and up. Get ready for some serious fun!!
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ONLINE Programs to Enjoy from Your Home |
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Real 2 Reel
Documentary and Discussion
Friday, November 19, 7:00pm
The best documentaries engage your mind and your heart. Join us this month as we watch the 2011 documentary, Jiro Dreams of Sushi, which looks at 85-year-old sushi master Jiro Ono, his renowned Tokyo restaurant, and his relationship with his son and eventual heir, Yoshikazu.
Attendees will receive the Zoom link for this online screening on the afternoon of the program.
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Writing Workshop
with Newark Free Library
Saturday, November 20, 2:00pm
Learn and practice WRITING with creative writing instructor Lisa Lutwyche. Class will include various topics and tips for aspiring writers. Attend one of the sessions or all of them. Topics will vary month-to-month. Ages 15+. The program meets once a month.
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Play Now:
National Native American Heritage Month Trivia
November 18 - 30
Put your seasonal knowledge to the test with this fun, self-paced quiz on Kahoot. You can access the quiz any time.
This is an online event!
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Dungeon & Dragons Gaming Group
Tuesdays at 7:00pm
The Route 9 Library Dungeons & Dragons Gaming Group brings the fun online utilizing Roll20.net.
Teens & Adults are invited to join in for beginner level adventures on Tuesdays at 7 p.m.
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OPEN MIC
Wednesday, November 17, 6:00pm
Join us for a Virtual Open Mic Night, hosted by staff from Newark and Claymont libraries! Share your talent: SING, play an instrument, read a poem, or just listen in. Program is for adults and teens 16+.
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LGBTQ+ Teen Group
Wednesday, December 8
6:30pm
LGBTQ+ teens and allies are invited for discussions, games, and activities in an affirming and welcoming environment. The program will be held on Zoom, so registration is required. Login information will be sent to your email about one hour before the program start time. The chat in the Zoom room will be open in case you'd like to participate from a place where you don't want to be overheard.
Ages 13-19.
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COVID-19 & Vaccine Information |
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If you or someone you know needs help with today's challenges, the Delaware Hope Line – 1 (833) 9-HOPEDE or (833) 946-7333 – is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week to connect callers to a variety of resources and information, including support from clinicians and peer specialists plus crisis assistance. |
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Friends of the Hockessin Library News |
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The Friends of the Hockessin Library pledge to promote public awareness of the Hockessin Library and its educational and recreational services and to assist the library in determining and responding to the needs of the greater Hockessin community.
For more information or to join the Friends of the Hockessin Library, click here!
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January Book Sale is BACK!!!
Save the date as the Friends of the Hockessin Library are planning to once again hold their annual book sale at the Hockessin Memorial Hall January 27-30, 2022!
More information upcoming!!
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Hockessin Library Book Groups for Adults |
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Noon Book Group &
Evening Book Group
In December, the Noon and Evening Book Groups will both be discussing
"The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah.
Pick up your copy at the Information Desk today!
Noon Book Group will meet Wednesday, December 8, at 12:00 pm on Zoom.
Evening Book Group will meet Tuesday, December 21, at 7:00 pm on Zoom.
Email Shelley at:
for the Zoom link!
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Hockessin Library Book Groups for Kids
Pick up your copy at the Children's Reference Desk.
Bring bottled water. Snacks will be provided.
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7 & 8 Y/O BOOK GROUP
November 16
4:45pm
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5 & 6 Y/O BOOK GROUP
November 23
4:45pm
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FAMILY BOOK GROUP
December 8
7:00pm
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Have you tried
'Dial-A-Story'?
New Castle County Libraries has launched Dial-a-Story, a new service that provides our youngest community members access to free recorded stories. Patrons can reach Dial-A-Story by using a phone to call 302-991-0199. From there, patrons can follow the prompts to choose which children’s story they would like to hear. New recordings are released every month; each story is between 5-15 minutes long. Internet access is not required.
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Readers' Advisory or What do I read NEXT??
Use the links below to take you to literary bliss!
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Suggested Reading Lists for Children and Teens
Find titles specifically geared towards kids.
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2021 ALSC Graphic Novels Reading Lists
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Blue Hen Book Award Winners 2021
The Blue Hen Book Award is a children’s choice award sponsored by the Youth Services Division of the Delaware Library Association.
The award encourages literacy and library use by children and teens.
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In need of employment? Work with the county!
New jobs are posted continuously.
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Library Services from your home! |
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Delaware Libraries offer many ways you can access information, education and recreation from home.
Click on a picture to get started!
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
In Delaware’s Imagination Library program, children ages birth up to their 5th birthday receive a FREE book in the mail each month. The purpose is to instill the habit of reading, and create the library habit, too!
This program is brought to you by Delaware Libraries, a program of First Lady Tracey Quillen Carney’s First Chance initiative.
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Northstar Digital Literacy
Delaware Libraries are pleased to announce the launch of Northstar Digital Literacy, an online training tool for basic computer skills.
Northstar Digital Literacy provides digital literacy assessments and tutorials in basic computer skills and tips for how to use technology in daily life.
Click the logo to the left to assess your digital literacy and begin building your skills!
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Are you a fan of Libby?
Click on the picture to the left to find out what changes are coming for Libby.
And if you don't have the Libby app on your tablet or phone - what are you waiting for? Head over to your app store and download it today!
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Have a day as awesome as you are!! |
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Click here to visit the library anytime, day or night.
(302) 239-5160.
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