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Hockessin Library, 1023 Valley Road, Hockessin, DE 19707, (302) 239-5160
September 5, 2023
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"To say it was a beautiful day would not begin to explain it. It was that day when the end of summer intersects perfectly with the start of fall."
– Ann Patchett
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It's just like a Back-to-School book sale, except more fun!!
Friends of the Hockessin Library Used Book Sale
Friday, 9/8, 10am-5pm; Saturday, 9/9: 10am-4pm
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Starting September 2023, #DelawareLibraries introduces Auto Renewal!
Eligible physical items will automatically renew without you having to do a thing!
Learn more at delawarelibraries.org/autorenewal or click below!
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Library of Things
Come in and see the many items you can now check out of the library! If you'd like to see a list, click on the graphic above or here!
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Need Something New to Watch?
Click here or on the graphic above and place some holds for new dvds to pick up later!
Want to watch something right NOW?? Try kanopy! Information below!
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Sign up for a Museum Pass!
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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Did you know you can watch Kanopy on your smart TV?
Click the graphic to find out more about kanopy!
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Meeting Rooms are Back!
New Castle County Library meeting rooms are once again open to the public and available for public programs sponsored by non-profit civic, educational, and cultural entities.
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Come Back to Hockessin Library for these Entertaining & Informative Programs!! | |
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Rock Painting for Adults
Tuesday, September 12, 2:00pm
All materials provided! Registration required.
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Making Paper Flowers with Cricut
Friday, September 15, 1:00pm
Come join us in learning how to make paper flowers quickly and easily using the Cricut Explore.
All materials will be provided, but if you have special paper you'd like to use, you are welcome to bring it.
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Cookbook Club
Saturday, September 23, 12:00pm
This month, we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/15) with all delicious things Latino!
Books with Hispanic recipes are available at the Information Desk if you need to borrow one.
Email me if you have any other questions! cheryl.clem@newcastlede.gov
Bon Appetit!
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Medicare and Identity Fraud
Monday, September 25, 10:00am
Senior Medicare Patrol will discuss Medicare and identity fraud in the lobby. No registration necessary.
The mission of the Senior Medicare Patrol is "To empower and assist Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers to prevent, detect, and report health care fraud, errors, and abuse through outreach, counseling, and education."
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Construction Crew
Wednesdays, 4:30 – 5:30pm
Our traditional Lego® Club has changed a little and now in addition to pulling out the Lego® toys we are also going to pull out other building materials. What can you build?
Recommended for ages 3 and up.
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Dungeons and Dragons at Hockessin 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 fiber 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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Enjoy online programs from the comfort of your home! | |
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Real 2 Reel
Decade of Fire (2019)
Friday, September 15, 7:00pm
Join us for a virtual screening of the 2019 documentary Decade of Fire, in which Bronx-born Vivian Vazquez exposes the truth about how her neighborhood was destroyed by fires and neglect in the 1970s, and reveals how her maligned community chose to resist, remain and rebuild.
Attendees will receive the Zoom link for this online screening on the afternoon of the program. Those who do not wish to participate in the discussion after the film are invited to just drop in and enjoy the screening.
Registration is required.
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Hockessin Library Book Groups for Adults
Register by picking up your copy at the Information Desk.
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Chick Lit Book Group
Wednesday, September 20, 7:00pm
Read and discuss entertaining, light reads by joining our fun book group!
Copies available at the Information Desk.
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Noon Book Group
Wednesday,
September 13, 12:00 noon
Book lovers wanted! Join us for a lively book discussion. Newcomers welcome.
Book selections available at reference desk.
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Evening Book Group
Tuesday, September 19, 7:00 pm
Join our friendly, informal, monthly book group. New participants are always welcome.
Book selections available at reference desk.
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Hockessin Library Book Groups for Kids
Register by picking up your copy at the Children's Information Desk or call (302) 239-5160.
Masks encouraged. Bring bottled water. Snacks will be provided.
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5 & 6 Year Olds Book Group
Tuesday, September 26, 4:45pm
This month we discuss
Jasmine Toguchi Mochi Queen by Debbi Michiko Florence
Sign up at the Children's desk and pick up your copy!
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7 & 8 Year Olds Book Group
Tuesday, September 19, 4:45pm
This month we read Word Travelers and the Taj Mahal Mystery by Raj Haldar.
Sign up at the Children's desk and pick up your copy!
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9-11 Year Olds Book Group
Tuesday, September 5, 4:45pm
This month we will be discussing Ghost by Jason Reynolds.
Sign up at the Children's desk and pick up your copy!
Next month -
10/10: The Misadventure of the Family Fletcher by Dana Alison Levy
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Teen Book Group
Tuesday, September 5, 4:15pm
This month, we discuss
As Brave As You by Jason Reynolds.
Copies are available the Teen Section and the Children's Room.
Ages 12 - 14.
Next Month -
10/2: Dress Coded by Carrie Firestone
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15-17 Year Old Teen Book Group
Monday, September 18, 4:15pm
This group meets every other month!
This month, we discuss Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds.
Copies are available for check out in the Teen Section. Ages 15 - 17.
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Family Book Group
Wednesday, September 27,
7:00pm
Adults and children ages 8 and older and invited to participate in this book group that is great for families in any kind of makeup.
Copies available in the Children's Room.
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Friends of the Hockessin Library News | |
Friday (9/9), 10am - 5pm;
and Saturday (9/10), 10am - 4pm
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The Friends of the Hockessin Library aspire to promote public awareness of the Hockessin Library and its educational and recreational services; to assist the library in determining and responding to the needs of the greater Hockessin community. | |
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 2022
Click their logo (to the left) to see what's on their Best Books of 2022 list.
See if you can find one YOU love!
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The New York Public Library:
Best Books of 2022
Our friends to the north, the New York Public Library is proud to present our Best Books of 2022. 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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Teens' Top Ten
The Teens' Top Ten is a "teen choice" list, where teens nominate and choose their favorite books of the previous year! Nominators are members of teen book groups in fifteen school and public libraries around the country. Nominations are posted on the Thursday of National Library Week, and teens across the country vote on their favorite titles each year.
Click the graphic to see this year's winners!
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School Library Journal has released their best books of 2022! | |
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2023 Día Reading Lists
The 2023 Día booklists provide engaging stories representing a variety of cultures and backgrounds to share with children from birth through 8th grade.
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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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2023 Great Graphic Novels for Teens
Click below to find out what graphic novels the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) recommend!
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New Castle County wants YOU!
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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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 great day you magnificent Chimera of elegance! | |
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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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