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Cabin Fever Book Swap at The Hockessin Rec Center

Wrap up your favorite new or used book including a card with a description (please do not include the title or any spoilers) and a note about why you love the book! There will be light refreshments and door prizes. Presented in collaboration with The Hockessin Bookshelf. Registration is required by calling 302-239-8861. $5. Adults



Cabin Fever Book Swap

Sunday, January 28, 1-3 p.m.

Hockessin Recreation Center

7259 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin

Our Annual Black History Month Celebrates Delaware Trailblazers

A Celebration of African Culture, the 2024 Black History Month kick-off celebration will explore the deep impact of Delaware African trailblazers through performances, demonstrations, history displays, and more. This event will also feature information tables and merchant vendors.

Girl Scouts of all levels will earn a Black History Month fun patch (while supplies last). All ages. FREE

Delaware Trailblazers: New Castle County’s 2024 Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration

Saturday, February 3, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Walnut Street YMCA, 1000 N Walnut Street, Wilmington

Groundhog Golf is Back!

Our annual challenge to winter with golf! Grab your buddies and your clubs and come out for a fun morning of golf. 12-hole, 2-person, superball/scramble. Entry fee includes greens fees, morning snack, and hot lunch. The winning team gets an award and official Groundhog Golf golf shirts. Golf carts will be available for rental. See the tournament flyer for more details. Limited spots are available. $110 per team of 2. Adults

38th Annual Groundhog Golf Tournament

Saturday, February 3, 10 a.m.

Rain date: Saturday, February 10, 10 a.m.

Delcastle Golf Course

801 McKennans Church Rd, Pike Creek

Registration is Now Open for Our Spring Flag Football Youth League

New Castle County is excited to offer co-ed youth flag football leagues at Delcastle Recreational Park. Divisions are split by age with tup to ten players per team. All players will be given an equal opportunity to play. A reversible jersey with NFL team colors and logo and an NFL flag belt are included with registration. Coaches and officials are needed! $91, $85 NCC residents. Financial assistance is available. Please call 302-395-5892 for more information. Ages 6-17*

Spring Co-Ed NFL Flag Football Youth League

Begins March 16, 2024

Delcaste Recreational Park

968 McKennans Church Road, Pike Creek

*Players must be 6 years old by March 16, 2024

*Players cannot turn 18 before March 16, 2024

This Week’s Specials at the Reader’s Café at the Route 9 Library

Rasta Pasta: Try our creamy pasta sauteed with bell peppers and tossed in one of these Caribbean-style jerk favorites: chicken, shrimp or salmon, $12.75

Don’t worry if you can’t get away from your desk – we’re now taking deliveries on DoorDash! Or call 302-395-8407 to pick up your order or take a break and eat in our comfy dining area. We are open M-W & F, 10a-4p and the café stays open until 5 pm. Fees apply.

For our full menu, visit www.newcastlede.gov/readerscafe

The Reader's Café at the Route 9 Library

3022 New Castle Avenue, New Castle

Celebrate Fresh Local Foods

The Farm Fresh Stand at the Reader's Café is now offering pantry items all sourced from local small businesses and producers. Stop into the Route 9 Library Reader's Café to find the stand.

Fresh Farm Stand at The Reader's Café

3022 New Castle Avenue, New Castle

Call for Entries - NCC HeARTed

It is time for the 6th Annual NCC heARTed Art Contest with a new twist! Create a piece of art portraying a scene from an adventure (real or imagined) using a graphic arts style. What are graphic arts? They can include anything from anime and manga to comics and illustrations – created by hand or digitally. All submissions are due by Tuesday, April 2. The 2024 theme is inspired by this year’s NEA Big Read book "The Best We Could Do".

Wellness

All-Levels Yoga at Hockessin Rec Center

A class for the newcomer and the seasoned yogi. Poses are adapted to suit individual needs. We will focus on moving the body in various planes of movement to promote healing and restoration. Each class will conclude with a relaxation/meditation which can be done seated or lying down. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your mat and water bottle. $6 drop-in fee. Free for 55+ Lifestyle Members. Adults



Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.

Fridays, 9 - 10 a.m.

Hockessin Recreation Center

7259 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin

Baila Fitness

Baila Fitness is an interactive hi-energy fitness class that promotes positive mental health through movement. We celebrate body positivity with dance from a fusion of Latin/Caribbean, Pop, and Belly Dancing. Please bring water. Adults.



Tuesdays, 6:45 p.m.

Wednesdays, 7 p.m.

Fridays, 6:45 p.m.

Whitehall Recreation Center

735 Mapleton Avenue, Middletown

Zumba at Whitehall Rec Center

Zumba Fitness is a program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. It incorporates interval training alternating fast and slow rhythms to help improve cardiovascular fitness. Zumba Toning uses lightweight toning sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones, including arms, abs, and thighs. It combines body sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work to create a calorie-torching, strength-training fitness party!

Please register by calling 302-378-5599. $6 drop-in fee per class.

Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Whitehall Recreation Center

735 Mapleton Avenue, Middletown

Flow Yoga at Rockwood Park

Come for an hour of fun and relaxation and learn the art of Flow Yoga with instructor Maryann Quinn. Bring a mat, blocks, towel, and water. $10, $6 NCC residents. Ages 16-Adults



Tuesdays, 9-10 a.m.

Rockwood Park

4651 Washington Street Extension, North Wilmington

Yoga at Garfield Park Rec Center

Learn the basics of breathing and pose. Bring your mind and spirit into harmony. Relax your body and ease your tension. Bring a padded mat, empty stomach, towel, and water. $6 per week payable by month. Adults



Beginner/Intermediate Yoga

Tuesdays/Thursdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Drop-in fee $11, $6 NCC Residents, payable by month

Garfield Park Recreation Center

26 Karlyn Drive, New Castle

PM Yoga and Meditation at Rockwood Park

Rockwood is now offering a weekday evening yoga practice that emphasizes conscious breathing techniques and gentle movement. We will be moving indoors as the weather cools. Make space in your day for a healthy presence of mind. Please bring a mat, towel, water, and blocks if you use them. $10, $6 NCC residents. Ages 16 - Adults



Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Rockwood Park

4651 Washington Street Extension, North Wilmington

Vinyasa Yoga at Rockwood Park

Rockwood is proud to start offering a weekend yoga practice! This Vinyasa Flow will challenge you to advance your practice through skill-building specifically tailored to your body’s needs and abilities. Please bring a mat, towel, water and blocks if you use them. Difficulty level: 2-3 of 4. $10, $6 NCC residents, $2 for ArtReach Members*. Ages 14-Adults



Saturdays, 9 - 10 a.m.

Rockwood Park

4651 Washington Street Extension, North Wilmington

Please use the "Art-Reach2023" coupon code at checkout to unlock the membership discount - must provide proof of membership at the beginning of the program.

Spring Break Skateboard Camp at Glasgow Park

Instructional camp for beginning to intermediate skateboarders. A skateboard, helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads are required to participate in this camp. Campers should bring their water bottles and towels. NOTE: to ensure a proper level of instruction, first-time boarders should contact the New Castle County Sports and Athletics office before purchasing any equipment at 302-395-5890. $65 per camper. Financial assistance is available. Please call 302-395-5892 for more information. Ages 8-17

Spring Skateboard Camp

April 1-5, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m..

Glasgow Regional Park Skate Bowl

2275 Pulaski Hwy, Bear

Spring Break Speed & Agility Camp at Glasgow Park

This camp teaches techniques to help develop both speed and agility. Participants should come prepared with appropriate athletic gear such as sneakers, athletic shorts/pants, a t-shirt, and a water bottle. $65. Ages 8-17

Spring Break Speed & Agility Camp

April 1-5, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m..

Glasgow Regional Park

2275 Pulaski Hwy, Bear

Spring Break Cooking Camp at Reader's Cafe

Kids will learn exciting recipes from a professional chef through hands-on cooking experience while improving kitchen safety and hygiene skills! This is not a food allergen-free program. $125. Ages 8-14

Spring Break Cooking Camp

April 1-5, 9 - 11 a.m.

The Reader's Café at the Route 9 Library

3022 New Castle Avenue, New Castle

Call For Vendors: Art Fest 2024!

We are now accepting vendor applications for the 4th Annual Art Fest Outdoor Art Fair in The Town of Whitehall from artists, crafters, and homemade vendors. Art Fest at Whitehall will take place Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 10 am-2 pm (Rain Date: Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 10 am-2 pm) in the Town of Whitehall, 801 Mapleton Ave, Middletown, Delaware 19709. This free, outdoor, public event celebrates local and regional artists and makers who display and sell their artwork and goods. 

Teaching Artist Opportunities at The Art Studio

We are looking for creative, experienced, and motivated teaching artists to help us expand our offerings! Current areas of interest are accessible art classes for people of all abilities, hosting creative youth birthday parties, outdoor art programming, and expanding art programming in Middletown/Townsend.