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Appoquinimink Library

Monday:

10:00 - 8:00

Tuesday:

10:00 - 8:00

Wednesday:

10:00 - 8:00

Thursday:

10:00 - 8:00

Friday:

10:00 - 5:00

Saturday:

10:00 - 5:00

Sunday:

Closed

Appoquinimink's Address:
651 North Broad Street
Middletown DE 19709
(For Directions/
Map)

Phone: (302) 378-5588
Fax: (302) 378-5594

Manager: Paula Davino
 

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NCC Program Guide - Summer 2008

Summer Program Guide 2008

 


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Sign up for a free 30 minute one-on-one session to learn the basics on how to use the computer, our Library Catalog, or learn how to navigate the Internet. Please call the library at 378-5588 to make an appointment with a staff member.


The New Castle County Libraries will be CLOSED on Friday, July 4, 2008 in observance of Independence Day.  Please renew your items early to avoid confusion.

July Adult & Juvenile Programs

Preschool Storytime

Exciting stories, crafts, and fun activities for children age 3 and older. Parents are welcome to stay with the children during storytime.  NO Registration Required.

Wednesdays Mornings 10:30am

 

  

THE KNITTING CIRCLE

Come practice your stitches or work on a project. The knitting circle will meet every other Tuesday; call the library for current dates. Bring your needles, yarn and an enthusiasm for fun! Teens and adults are welcome. All levels of knitting experience welcome.

7:00-9:00 p.m.

SEW-BE-IT QUILTERS

Join our group every second Saturday of the month. Bring a current project or work on a group quilt. All levels of experience welcome. Contact the library at 378-5588 for details.

10:00 a.m.-12noon

What's Bugging You? The Bug Show!

Jungle John will be here to show and tell his wonderful menagerie of creepy bugs! Kids will love the live insects and educational program!

Tuesday, July 8th 11:00 a.m.

 

  Fibromyalgia: Don’t Let It Erode Your Quality of Life

Dr. Andrew Leitzke will discuss safe and effective ways to alleviate, and perhaps eliminate, symptoms of this disease without drugs or surgery. 

Wednesday, July 9th  6:30 p.m.

Science and Math Storytime

Children ages 3 and older will listen to a story related to a math or science concept. Children will then get a chance to experiment with activities to understand  and explore the concept.  Registration Required.

Mondays:  7/14 &  8/4    11:00 a.m.

Special Storytime on July 14th with the DASEF presenting: Insects

 

Mad Science - Walloping Weather!

(Class is Full!)

Kids will conduct experiments, investigate weather, become meteorologists in training, and make their own UV detector in this fun hands-on workshop.

 Registration required. Wednesday, July 16th 1:00 p.m.

   

Photography Basics: Perfect People Pictures

How do portrait photographers get that perfect portrait?  Pro photographer Jeff Kontur will share tips for taking better people pix.  For all ages and skill levels.

Wedneday, July 16th 6:30 p.m.

 

 

In Search of the Reading Bug

Rick Waterhouse presents: Insect science, insect puppets, and an insect comedian, with lots of interactive songs, and a surprise ending that shows the kids that they are all Reading Bugs!

Wednesday, July 23rd  10:30 a.m.

 

 

The Ins and Outs of Disney

Disney is not just for small children anymore, nor is Disney just Disneyland and Walt Disney World.  Come and explore these and other Disney offerings.  Travel the world with Disney, the name you trust!  Registration required. 

Wednesday, July 23rd  7:00 p.m.

 

 

Creepy Crawlies

Delaware Museum of Natural History will be presenting a program on the habits and habitats of some of your favorite insects. A great educational program with live specimens!

  Tuesday, July 29th  11:00 a.m.

 

 

Senior Travel

 As the boomers move to retirement, many travel companies offer senior-themed travel.  Learn ways to turn your senior years into years that last a lifetime!  Registration required. 

Wednesday, July 30th  7:00 p.m.

 

 

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Additional Help & Information for Computer Training
Need help learning how to use the mouse, use the Internet, or to become more familiar with basic computer operations?  Are you looking for other places that offer computer classes besides the library?  Click  here for a list of other organizations in the area that offer computer classes, as well as a list of websites where you can find free tutorials to help you!

 
 
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