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Hockessin Library, 1023 Valley Road, Hockessin, DE 19707, (302) 239-5160
October 4, 2022
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“There are three things that I've learned never to discuss with people: religion, politics and the Great Pumpkin.”
-Charlie Brown in "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown"
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Friends of the Hockessin Library
BOOK DONATION DROP OFF
Saturday, 10/8/22, 9:00am-12noon
(may close early due to lack of space)
GUIDELINES FOR DROP-OFF
The following items will NOT be accepted:
- Magazines and newspapers
- Encyclopedias
- Textbooks
- Technical manuals/books
- Books with torn covers, broken bindings and stained or mildewed books
- Underlined or highlighted books
- Health, self-help, religion, and business/financial books
- Annual issues of cookbooks or holiday books (Ex: Southern Living, Cooks Illustrated, etc)
- Travel guides more than 5 years old, and AAA guides
- Reader’s Digest Condensed Books
- VHS tapes, cassette tapes and CDs
- Time/Life book sets
- Pocket-size paperbacks
ALSO PLEASE NOTE that we have limited storage space and will stop taking donations once our space is filled.
We may have to limit the number of books that you donate that morning.
Thank you for your generosity and cooperation!
FRIENDS OF THE HOCKESSIN LIBRARY
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Museum Passes are HERE!
It’s your FREE entry to art, culture, entertainment and so much more!
Get a pass today!
Note: Patrons must have their library card available when reserving a pass.
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Meeting Rooms are Back!
New Castle County Libraries welcome the use of their meeting rooms for public activities of a civic nature. Library meeting rooms are open to the public and available for public programs sponsored by non-profit civic, educational, and cultural entities.
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Read a book while you walk?
It can be done at these New Castle County Parks. Click the photo above to find out more!!
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Sign up for these ONLINE Programs to Enjoy from Your Home! | | |
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Real 2 Reel:
The Shining (1980)
Friday, October 7, 7:00pm
Join us for a special presentation of Stanley Kubrick's horror masterpiece The Shining in anticipation of our screening of the documentary Room 237, which will be taking place on Friday, October 21 at 7:00pm (see below).
Starring Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall, The Shining follows a family staying at an isolated hotel for the winter where a sinster presence influences the father into violence, while his psychic son sees horrific forebodings from both past and future.
Register to recieve the link!
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Real 2 Reel:
Room 237 (2012)
Friday, October 21, 7:00pm
Join us this month as we watch the 2012 documentary Room 237, an exploration of various interpretations, theories, and conspiracies concerning Stanley Kubrick's 1980 horror film, The Shining.
Register to receive the link!
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Come Back to Hockessin Library for these Fun & Informative Programs!! | |
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Princeton Review Practice Test
Saturday, October 8, 9:00am
Not sure where to start or if the SAT is right for you? Start on the path to success with an SAT Practice Test brought to you by The Princeton Review and hosted by the Hockessin Library. You'll get the expert advice you need and a boost of confidence that tells you one thing: You can do well on the SAT.
Please plan to arrive a few minutes early so we may begin promptly at 9am. You will need to bring sharpened pencils and a calculator. Breaks will be given during the exam. Students will receive directions on how to self-score their tests and results will be available immediately once scored.
Questions? Contact Rebekah Zaleski
rebekah.zaleski@review.com or 570-382-5814
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Medicare Options in Retirement
Tuesday, October 11, 3:00pm
This class explores what Medicare options are available to retirees and is ideal for those who already have medicare or those who are approaching eligibility. Concepts covered include open enrollment, understanding parts a, b, c and d, and recent changes to Medicare.
Joseph Cisco from Caise Benefits is the presenter.
No registration necessary.
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The Legacy and the Legends of Howard High School
Presented by Syl Woolford
Saturday, October 15, 11:00am
This is a hybrid event, occuring in person at the library and online via Zoom. Please register for the Zoom link.
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Peace Week
Felt Doves of Peace
Monday, October 17, 6:30pm
Learn how to sew and make peace doves out of felt. Each dove carries a rainbow of hopes and dreams for a peaceful future. Presented by The Art Studio’s teaching artist Sarah Dressler. Materials provided.
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Hockessin Dungeons and Dragons at the Library
Saturdays at 2:00pm
Make a character, become a guildmember, and explore the mysteries held in a setting adapted from the acclaimed Magic the Gathering card set!
Join a program run by the experienced and the passionate!
Ages 18+
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Must Love Yarn
Most Wednesdays at 1:00pm
Connect with other craft enthusiasts for our weekly chatty gatherings, be you beginner or expert! Get tips or give them, it's up to you!
This program is held in the Meeting Room. No registration needed!
Questions? Click below!
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Weekly Story Times for All Ages!! | |
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Book Babies
Wednesdays, 10:50am
No registration required.
For ages newborn-17 months and their caregivers.
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Toddler Tales
Wednesdays, 10:05am
No registration required.
For children 18-35 months and their caregivers.
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Rhythm, Rhyme and Story Time
Tuesdays, 10:15am
No registration required.
Stories and an activity for ages 3+. Get ready for some serious fun!!
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LEGO® Club
Wednesdays, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bring your imagination and makes some LEGO® creations. We supply everything so please leave your LEGOS® toys at home. Ages 3 and up.
Families will be seated together working from their box of LEGO® bricks. No registration needed!
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Hockessin Library Book Groups for Adults
Register by picking up your copy at the Information Desk.
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The Noon Book Group and Evening Book Group will not meet in the month of October, but will be back in November!
See you then!
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Readers' Choice
Choose your own adventure and your own book in November for both the Noon Book Group and the Evening Book Group!
Noon Book Group
Wednesday, November 9, 12:00 noon
Evening Book Group
Tuesday, November 15, 7:00 pm
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Chick Lit Book Group
Wednesday, October 19, 7:00pm
Read and discuss entertaining, light reads by joining our fun book group! This month we will be discussing The Book of Speculation by Erika Swyler.
Pick up your copy at the Information Desk!
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Hockessin Library Book Groups for Kids
Register by picking up your copy at the Children's Reference Desk or call (302) 239-5160.
Masks encouraged. Bring bottled water. Snacks will be provided.
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Teen Book Group
Tuesday, October 4 , 4:15pm
This month we will discuss Hawksmaid by Kathryn Lasky.
Ages 12 - 14.
Next Month:
Tuesday, November 1, 4:15pm
Everlost by Neal Shusterman
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15-17 Year Old Teen Book Group
Monday, November 14, 4:15pm
This group meets every other month!
This month we will be discussing Dry by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman. Copies are available for check out in the Teen Section.
Ages 15 - 17.
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Family Book Group
Wednesday, October 26, 7:00pm
We will discuss The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin in October!
Ages 8 +.
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5 & 6 Year Olds Book Group
Tuesday, October 25, 4:45pm
This month we will be discussing Hero Dog! by Hilde Lysiak and Matthew Lysiak and illustrated by Joanne Lew-Vriethoff.
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7 & 8 Year Olds Book Group
Tuesday, October 18,
4:45pm
This month we will be discussing The Dragon in the Library written by Louie Stowell and illustrated by David Ortu.
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9-11 Year Olds Book Group
Tuesday, October 11,
4:45pm
This month we will be discussing Mr. Lemoncello's Very First Game by Chris Grabenstein.
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COVID-19 & Vaccine Information | |
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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Readers' Advisory or What do I read NEXT??
Use the links below to take you to literary bliss!
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Especially for Adults:
Click on the graphics to go to a magical place where you can see your titles and place holds on them!
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NPR's Books We Love
National Public Radio's choices for Best Books of 2022!
See if you can find one YOU love!
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The New York Public Library:
Best Books of 2021
Our friends to the north, the New York Public Library is proud to present our Best Books of 2021. Click to see their annual recommendations for kids, teens, and adults, curated by our expert librarians, encompass fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, poetry, kids’ books in Spanish, and much more.
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Especially for Teens and Kids | |
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2022 YALSA Teens’ Top Ten nominees announced!
Click the YALSA logo for more information!
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School Library Journal has released their best books of 2021! | |
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ALSC Notables
Each year the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) identifies the best of the best in children's books, recordings, and digital media.
Click below to see what they chose this year!
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Suggested Reading Lists for Children and Teens
Find titles specifically geared towards kids. With links to reserve books!
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Work for New Castle County!
Your dream job could be a click away!!
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Library Services to Your Home!
Delaware Libraries offer many ways you can access information, education and recreation from home.
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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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For you creative types, take a look at CreativeBug
Hundreds of easy and fun-to-follow tutorials to make pretty much every craft known to man right at your fingertips!
Check it out!!
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Click on the graphic to find out more about kanopy! | |
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What IS hoopla?
E-Books, e-audiobooks, movies and music with no wait time!!
Click here to SIGN UP!
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Are you a fan of Libby?
Don't miss out on this e-resource!! Get started by clicking on the picture of Libby above!
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Northstar Digital Literacy
How's your digital literacy??
There's always something to discover when it comes to computer skills.
Click here to find out more!
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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.
To ask a question,
click here or call us at
(302) 239-5160.
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