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Hockessin Library, 1023 Valley Road, Hockessin, DE 19707, (302) 239-5160
November 7, 2023
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There's turkey ham, turkey bologna, turkey pastrami. Someone needs to tell the turkey, 'man, just be yourself.'
-Mitch Hedberg
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All New Castle County Libraries will be closed
Friday, November 10 for
Veterans Day.
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Click on the graphic for more information! | |
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#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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Did you know you can watch Kanopy on your SMART TV?
Get the Kanopy app on your smart tv!
Click the graphic to find out more about kanopy!
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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!
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Sign up for a Museum Pass!
It’s your FREE entry to art, culture, entertainment and so much more!
Click the graphic above and 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 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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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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The New York Public Library:
Best Books of 2022
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NPR's Books We Love 2022
Click the logo above and see if you can find one YOU love!
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Don't forget the kids!
Find titles specifically geared towards kids. With links to reserve books!
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Come Back to Hockessin Library for these Entertaining & Informative Programs!! | |
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The Woman's Suffrage Movement Below the Color Line
presented by Syl Woolford
Saturday, November 11,11:00am
The struggle for the vote created many woman heroes who sacrificed their time, money and social status to win that right. Many courageous African-American women fought to assure that African-American women got the right to vote when white women got the right to vote.
Join us to take a trip back in history to say thank you to the leaders of the Woman’s Suffrage Movement, both white and Black.
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Medicare and Identity Fraud
Monday, November 27, 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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Cookbook Club
Saturday, December 2, 12:00pm
In the Cookbook Club, we sample each others' cooking and talk about cookbooks, cooking shows, and anything food oriented! Sometimes we get these recipes out of books, and sometimes from our own recipe boxes!
Join us this month as we ring in the holiday season with our annual "Cookies and Appies" Make your favorite cookies or appetizers and don't forget to bring the recipe!
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First State Ringers
Tuesday, December 5, 7:00pm
The First State Ringers are back for a winter concert!
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Rock Painting for Adults
Tuesday, December 5, 2:00pm
Take a break from the holiday hubub and join us for a peaceful afternoon painting rocks!
Rocks will be sealed after painting so you can pick them up the next day. All materials provided.
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Evening Paper Craft:
Thesaurus Bookmarks
Wednesday, December 6, 6:00pm
Join us for a fun paper craft in a relaxed atmosphere!
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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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Finding Records to Aid in Your Research
Tuesday, November 14, 6:00pm
Learn how to use the census, birth, death, & marriage records, HeritageQuest, Family Search, Newspapers.com, Ancestry and more. Presented by Eric of It's All Relative Genealogy.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
| This program is part of a series of free lectures, book discussions, and events under the auspices of the NEA Big Read program. NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. | | |
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Real 2 Reel:
Judy Blume Forever (2023)
Friday, November 17, 7:00pm
Judy Blume and the generations of readers who have sparked to her work. This documentary examines her impact on pop culture and the occasional controversies over her frankness about puberty and sex.
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 required.
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The CRISIS in World War I
Presented by Syl Woolford
Saturday, December 2, 11:00am
Join us on a journey through history as we explore the remarkable and often overlooked contributions of African American soldiers during World War I.
This program sheds light on their courage, resilience, and the pivotal role they played in shaping a more inclusive future. Discover stories of valor, sacrifice, and the enduring impact of their service in a time of unprecedented change.
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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, November 15, 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, November 8, 12noon
Join us as we read The Best We Could Do, a graphic memoir by Thi Bui.
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Evening Book Group
Tuesday, November 21, 7:00pm
Join us as we enjoy Reader's Choice!
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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, November 28, 4:45pm
This month we discuss
your choice Judy Moody and Friends book
by Megan McDonald
Sign up at the Children's desk and pick up your copy!
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7 & 8 Year Olds Book Group
Tuesday, November 21 4:45pm
This month we read
Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren.
Sign up at the Children's desk and pick up your copy!
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9-11 Year Olds Book Group
Tuesday, November 14, 4:45pm
This month we will be discussing The First Rule of Punk by Celia C. Perez.
Sign up at the Children's desk and pick up your copy!
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Teen Book Group
Tuesday, November 7, 4:15pm
This month, we discuss
What About Will by Ellen Hopkins.
Copies are available the Teen Section and the Children's Room.
Ages 12 - 14.
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15 - 17 Year Old Teen Book Group
Monday, November 13, 4:15pm
This month we will be discussing The Blue Sword by Robin McKinley.
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Family Book Group
Wednesday, November 29,
6:30pm
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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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! | |
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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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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Friends of the Hockessin Library News | | |
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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. | |
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The FOHL's next Used Book Sale is Friday & Saturday,
11/17 (10am-5pm) and 11/18 (10am-4pm).
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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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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 brilliant Unicorn of resourcefulness! | |
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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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