Hockessin Library, 1023 Valley Road, Hockessin, DE 19707, (302) 239-5160
June 15, 2021
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New Castle Libraries will be closed Friday, June 18 in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday |
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New Hours for Hockessin Library beginning
June 21!!
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New Castle County Libraries are OPEN!!!
It's true! To find out which are open when, click below!
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Looking for something NEW to read?
You've come to the right place!
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Online Programs from Around the County to Your Home |
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Real 2 Reel: Documentary and Dialogue
"Kedi"
Friday, June 18, 7:00pm
Join us this month as we watch the 2016 documentary Kedi, a profile of an ancient city and its unique people, seen through the eyes of the most mysterious and beloved animal humans have ever known -- the Cat.
A optional discussion will follow the film. Attendees will receive the Zoom link will be e-mailed the evening of the program. Registration required.
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Native Sons of Sussex County
presented by Syl Woolford
Saturday, June 19, 11:00am
Two preachers born in Sussex County, Delaware went on to become national religious figures in the 19th century. These preachers were Reverend Samuel Eli Cornish and Bishop Jabez Pitt Campbell.
The achievements of these natives of the State of Delaware should be recognized and celebrated by current and future Delawareans.
Lecturer and Historian, Syl Woolford, is a native Delawarean. All of his presentations are drawn from primary source documents and first person narratives.
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of DE presents
Wellness During Uncertain Times
Wednesday, June 16, 1:00pm
Ms. Jaqueline Contreras discusses unique stressors faced by individuals, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Writing Workshop
Feathers, Fur, & Love – Writing about Animals
Saturday, June 26, 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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What book will Miss Terri read today??
Spoiler Alert: the funnest one!!!
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Play Now!!!
Juneteenth Trivia - Kahoot
Sunday, June 20 - Saturday, June 26
Play a fun quiz in observance of Juneteenth. Put your knowledge to the test and celebrate with this fun Kahoot self-paced quiz.
You can access the quiz till June 26th, 2021. For all ages. See the link below.
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OPEN MIC for Adults and Teens!
Wednesday, June 16, 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 geared towards adults and teens 16+.
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Crosstown Trivia
Tails & Tales
Thursday, June 17, 8:00pm
To take advantage of this unique opportunity to host programs virtually, we are collaborating with the Anne Arundel County Public Library (MD) to host virtual trivia programs! This trivia program is animal-themed!
You will need two devices to participate: one for Zoom to view the questions and one for Kahoot! to answer the questions.
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Teen Time on Discord
Tuesdays at 4:00pm
Join the librarians of New Castle County Libraries on our teen Discord server to hang out, play games, talk about books, movies, and music, and geek out!
To request an invitation to join our Discord server, please fill out this form and one of our staff moderators will email you a link:
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COVID-19 & Vaccine Information |
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Everyone age 16 and up can get the COVID-19 vaccine. |
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What to expect after getting the vaccine |
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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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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.
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For more information or to join the Friends of the Hockessin Library, click here!
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Read a Good Book Lately?
Join one of Hockessin Library's book groups for lively conversation and (what else?) good reads!
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Chick Lit Book Group
June 16, 7pm
We will be meeting via Zoom to discuss
"Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder" by Joanne Fluke.
Required registration here!
The book can be borrowed as an eBook from our online catalog here.
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Noon Book Group
July 14, 12noon
This month's book is
"Evvie Drake Starts Over," by
Linda Holmes.
Register by emailing Shelley Stein at shelley.stein
@newcastlede.gov
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Evening Book Group
July 20, 7pm
We will discuss
"A Good Neighborhood" by Therese Anne Fowler.
Register by emailing Shelley Stein at
shelley.stein
@newcastlede.gov
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Book Groups for EVERYONE!!
Click on the button to register; click on the book to borrow!
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Younger Teen Readers Book Group
June 15
4:15pm
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Younger Chapter Book Readers Book Group
June 22
4:45pm
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Family Book Group
June 30
7:00pm
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Older Chapter Book Readers
July 13
4:15pm
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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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Library Services just for YOU! |
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3D PRINTING ON DEMAND
Now available at Appoquinimink, Brandywine, Hockessin, Kirkwood, Newark, and Route 9 Libraries.
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CURBSIDE PRINTING
Busted printer? We can print for you and schedule a curbside pick up!
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BOOK BUNDLE SERVICE
We are professional browsers at your service. Click a button below and we will call you to schedule a pick up time.
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In need of employment? Work with the county!
New jobs are posted continuously.
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Access the Library Even When You're Away!
Delaware Libraries offers many ways you can access information, education and recreation from home!
Click on a picture to get started!!
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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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