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Hockessin Library, 1023 Valley Road, Hockessin, DE 19707, (302) 239-5160
January 2, 2024
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“You’re off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So get on your way!”
— Dr. Seuss
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Register your book group beginning January 8, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. and get books for your group!
If you have trouble with registering online call your local library for assistance.
We look forward to seeing you at the free Author Event on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 7:00 p.m. at the Chase Center, 815 Justison Street, Wilmington DE 19801.
For more information about our New Castle County Reads program, click the graphic!
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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 below to find out more about kanopy!
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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!
Download the kanopy app or click here.
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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 picture above and get a pass today!
Note: Patrons must have their library card available when reserving a pass.
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Study Rooms
Hockessin Library has 3 study rooms for use. Call for details!
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Meeting Rooms are Back!
Our 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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What do I read NEXT?? Use the links below to take you to literary bliss! | |
Especially for Adults:
Click on the graphics to go to a *magical place* where you can see your titles and place holds on them! Exciting? You bet!!
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More ideas to find your next great read! | |
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The New York Public Library:
Best Books of 2023
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NPR's Books We Love 2023
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 to Hockessin Library for these Entertaining & Informative Events, Concerts, and Classes!! | | |
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Evening Paper Craft
Wednesday, January 3, 6:00pm
Join us for a fun paper craft in a relaxed atmosphere!
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Little Explorers
Friday, January 5, 10:00am
(click here for more dates and info!)
Explore and play with us. Children (ages 2-5) and their caregivers can stop by and try out a variety of fun activities together. There will be things like hop scotch, a balance beam, a tunnel, activity mats, stringing beads, sensory bins, and reading nook for all to enjoy. This program is designed to develop socialization skills, fine motor skills, and gross motor skills in young children.
Caregivers must stay with children at all times.
No registration required. Come and go as you like during the 2 hours.
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Abstract Painting with Tape
Saturday, January 6, 11:00am
Join us for a class where we use painter's tape and acrylics on canvas to create unique abstract designs. Registration required. All materials provided.
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Fearless First Year
Wednesday, January 10, 7:00pm
Attention Juniors and Seniors!
That first year of college is a huge transition. Local author Gina M. Wilson will guide participants into developing critical skills to help students stay focused, manage their time, engage in campus life, and maintain their health, both physical and mental.
Registration required.
For ages 15 and up.
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All About Woodpeckers
Saturday, January 13, 10:30am
Charles from Wild Birds Unlimited will be at the Hockessin Library with a talk about the bird of the month!
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Investment & Retirement Planning Strategies
Friday, January 19, 12:00pm
In this class, we will discuss: principles of investing, asset allocation and asset location, volatility of returns, Roth conversions, retirement distribution types, and advice beyond investments.
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Hockessin Library Cookbook Club
Saturday, January 20, 12:00pm
This month we will put those good intentions to work by preparing healthy, vegan (or vegetarian) dishes. Join us and we can “veg out” together!
Come to the Information Desk and check out a book if you’re ‘fresh’ out of ideas!
Email me if you have any questions. cheryl.clem@newcastlede.gov
Bon Appetit!
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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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DNA and its Use in Genealogical Research
Tuesday, January 16, 6:00pm
Join Eric, of It's All Relative Genealogy, to better understand genetic genealogy for use in your research of your family. 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:
The Eternal Memory (2023)
Friday, January 19, 7:00pm
Join us for a virtual screening of the Chilean documentary The Eternal Memory, which follows a couple as they navigate a diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease. Those who do not wish to participate in the discussion after the film are invited to just drop in and enjoy the screening.
This film is in Spanish with English subtitles. Seating is limited and 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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Noon Book Group
Wednesday, January 10
12noon
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Evening Book Group
Tuesday, January 16 7:00pm
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Chick Lit Book Group
Wednesday, January 17, 7:00pm
Read and discuss entertaining, light reads by joining our fun book group! This month we will be discussing Incense and Sensibility by Sonali Dev.
Available on the hoopla app here!
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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 Old Book Group
Tuesday, January 23, 4:45pm
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7 & 8 Year Old Book Group
Tuesday, January 16, 4:45pm
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9 - 11 Year Old Book Group
Tuesday, January 9,
4:45pm
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12 - 14 Year Old Teen Book Group
Tuesday, January 2,
4:15pm
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15 - 17 Year Old Teen Book Group
Monday, January 8, 4:15pm
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Family Book Group
Wednesday, January 31,
6:30pm
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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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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. | |
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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