Calendar

Beginning Weaving

January 31, 2019, 6:00 PM - February 28, 2019, 9:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Drawing Studio

Five 3 hour sessions. Learn loom weaving basics and complete a small project on a tabletop loom. A great guided way to begin weaving on the loom. Teens/Adults

Eyeball It! Workshop

February 20, 2019, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM @ The Art Studio - Room 108

Eyeball It!™ is a real studio art program for 7-12 year-olds, and can be guided by any adult – at home, in public libraries or in after-school programs. Eyeball It!™ projects are fun, build creative thinking and problem-solving and encourage kids to interact with art and their world in new ways. No art experience is needed. Access the full program free of any fees at eyeballitart4kids.org. This workshop is for the Adults – learn about the program and how to use it with kids with creator Ellen Priest.

Basic Drawing for Absolute Beginners

February 25, 2019, 6:30 PM - March 18, 2019, 8:30 PM @ The Art Studio - Drawing Studio

Four 2-hour classes. Learn the fundamentals of drawing with a focus on observation, contour and shading. Working from still life, learn how to draw what you see, focusing on gesture drawing, observation skills, shading and perspective. Bring a pencil and any sized sketch pad. Teens/Adults

Pottery - Morning Session

January 22, 2019, 10:00 AM - March 28, 2019, 1:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Ten 3-hour classes. Learn hand-building, throwing, wheel techniques and glazing. Teens/Adults

Pottery - Evening Session

January 22, 2019, 6:00 PM - March 28, 2019, 9:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Ten 3-hour classes. Learn hand-building, throwing, wheel techniques and glazing. Teens/Adults

Open Studio

February 21, 2019, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM @ The Art Studio

Open studio will expose participants to a wide range of art media and expressive arts (clay, sculpture, watercolor and acrylic painting, drawing, photography, oil pastels, mixed media, music, creative movement and drama) with Art Therapy Express art therapist and guest artists. They will also have the ability to work on projects on a long term basis. Community outings will be held to The Delaware Art Museum, Longwood Gardens and World Cafe Live. All sessions are success oriented, so participants know they are artists!

Open Studio

February 28, 2019, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM @ The Art Studio

Open studio will expose participants to a wide range of art media and expressive arts (clay, sculpture, watercolor and acrylic painting, drawing, photography, oil pastels, mixed media, music, creative movement and drama) with Art Therapy Express art therapist and guest artists. They will also have the ability to work on projects on a long term basis. Community outings will be held to The Delaware Art Museum, Longwood Gardens and World Cafe Live. All sessions are success oriented, so participants know they are artists!

Art Class for Caregivers: Epicenter of Happiness

February 28, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Art Studio

One 2-hour session, Join Art Therapy Express to celebrate YOU, the caregiver. Pamper yourself with a night of creativity, friendship and fun. Each session will introduce a new technique to promote your personal happiness and self-care through imaginative and creative avenues. Adults

Drawing and Painting (Ages 10-17)

January 19, 2019, 9:00 AM - March 9, 2019, 10:30 AM @ The Art Studio - Drawing Studio

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn techniques of drawing and painting. Creative expression is encouraged while learning basic skills with the younger age group.

Fun with Clay (Ages 6-9)

January 19, 2019, 9:00 AM - March 9, 2019, 10:30 AM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn techniques and create new pieces using coils, slabs, pinching and sculpting techniques.

Clay Works (Ages 10-17)

January 19, 2019, 10:40 AM - March 9, 2019, 12:10 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and get an introduction to the potter?s wheel. Explore both functional and sculptural pieces.

Drawing and Painting (Ages 6-9)

January 19, 2019, 10:40 AM - March 9, 2019, 12:10 PM @ The Art Studio - Drawing Studio

Eight 1½-hour classes. Learn techniques of drawing and painting. Creative expression is encouraged while learning basic skills with the younger age group.

Black History Month Movie Matinees at the Bear Library

February 20, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Bear Library

Experience award-winning documentary films up on the big screen at our weekly daytime screening. Call (302) 838-3300 for titles or see Info Desk. Snacks provided. Ages 12-Adults.

Black History Month: Discover Your Culture through Drama! Part I at the Kirkwood Library

February 20, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM @ Kirkwood Library

Explore the past of the African-American culture through drama. Stay tuned for more information. Adults.

Black History Month Jubilee at the Route 9 Library

February 20, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Route 9 Library & Innovation Center

Come to a celebration of the rich history of the African-American community in the United States and Delaware! Presented by Christina Cultural Arts Center. All ages.

Black History Month: Sylvia Olden Lee Music Guild at the Newark Free Library

February 22, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Newark Free Library

Vocal ensemble presents a program of music including spirituals and poetry.

Black History Month: Changing Views of African-American History at the Bear Library

February 23, 2019, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM @ Bear Library

Join us as we reveal history from an African American point of view in “1619 to 2019- A Commemoration of 400 Years of African-American Contributions.” Our discussion may enlighten you! Presented by Delaware Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society. Registration recommended. All ages, under 12 with a caregiver.

Black History Month: African Dance Performance at the Delaware City Library

February 23, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Delaware City Library

Celebrate Black History Month with a performance from African dance troupe Sankofa African Dance Company. All ages.

Black History Month: From Africa to the Americas at the Claymont Library

February 23, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Claymont Library

Journey from Africa to the Americas with music, song, dance and stories, highlighting the similarities between traditional African culture and African-influenced culture in the Americas. Audience participation is a must as this is a village-oriented presentation. Presented by Kamau Ngom, Delaware Humanities Forum. All ages.

Black History Month: Documentary: James Newton: A Life Story in Art at the Route 9 Library

February 24, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Route 9 Library & Innovation Center

Learn about Dr. James Newton, an award-winning artist, prolific author, community activist and Professor Emeritus of Black American Studies at the University of Delaware. Dr. Newton creates personal and political art using a unique style of abstraction, line and color. Film introduced by Sharon K. Baker of Teleduction, Inc. Ages 13-Adults.

Black History Month Story Time at the Woodlawn Library

February 26, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Woodlawn Library

Stories from African-American authors are shared and celebrated. Join us for stories, songs and activities. Daycares limited to 10 children. Ages 1-5.

Black History Month: Story Time with the Author at the Brandywine Hundred Library

February 26, 2019, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Brandywine Hundred Library

Delaware native and accomplished golf pro Earl Cooper reads from his picture books that celebrate Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Ages 4+.

Black History Month: Drumming with Pape Demba Samb at the Corbit-Calloway Library

February 27, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Corbit-Calloway Memorial Library

Interactive and educational traditional drumming from Africa. Ages 2+

Black History Month: Discover Your Culture through Drama! Part II at the Kirkwood Library

February 27, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM @ Kirkwood Library

Explore the past of the African-American culture through drama. Stay tuned for more information. Adults.

Black History Month: Private Elbert: Voices of the Past at the Kirkwood Library

February 27, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Kirkwood Library

Hear the story of the once-forgotten cemetery and the local United States Colored Troops buried there. Presented by living historian Willis Phelps as Private James Elbert, who served with the USCT during the Civil War. All ages.

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

February 28, 2019, 6:00 PM @ New Castle Room NCC Government Center

Resource Protection Area Technical Advisory Committee Public Hearing - CANCELLED

February 27, 2019, 9:30 AM @ New Castle Room

Community Services Committee - CANCELLED

February 26, 2019, All Day @ Council's Conference Room

Executive Committee - CANCELLED

February 26, 2019, All Day @ Council's Conference Room

Finance Commmittee

February 26, 2019, 1:30 PM @ Council's Conference Room

Council Meeting

February 26, 2019, 6:30 PM @ Council Chambers

Tai Chi with Art Ferris

February 20, 2019, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Tai Chi combines soft flowing movements with proper breathing techniques. Continued practice can relieve stress, increase strength and flexibility, energize the body and even lower blood pressure.

Stroller Strides

February 20, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM @ Garage Community and Youth Center in Kennett Square

Stroller Strides® is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout is comprised of strength training, cardio and core restoration, all while entertaining little ones with songs, activities and fun!

Dance Cardio With Yolanda Hernandez

February 20, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Yolanda Hernandez combines fun dance fusion workout sets to an eclectic collection of music. Each workout offers well-balanced dance cardio intervals and movements to inspire and energize you. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes and bring a water bottle!

Pound with Jessica Burton

February 20, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Instructor Jessica Burton will lead participants in this class utilizing weighted drumsticks, called Ripstix, and choreographed exercises that will have everyone breaking a sweat! PoundFit is a whole new fun twist on traditional cardio. Please make sure to complete participation waiver before start of class!

Pickleball

February 21, 2019, 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle Ball, over a net. Join fellow players and increase your physical dexterity with this new and fun sport!

Knitting Club

February 21, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Join us for knitting club - bring your project of choice (sewing, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch) and enjoy good company and conversation of fellow knitters! No RSVP required - just show up every Monday and Thursday

Pickleball

February 22, 2019, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle Ball, over a net. Join fellow players and increase your physical dexterity with this new and fun sport!

Stroller Strides

February 22, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Stroller Strides® is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout is comprised of strength training, cardio and core restoration, all while entertaining little ones with songs, activities and fun!

Tai Chi with Art Ferris

February 25, 2019, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Tai Chi combines soft flowing movements with proper breathing techniques. Continued practice can relieve stress, increase strength and flexibility, energize the body and even lower blood pressure.

Stroller Strides

February 25, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Stroller Strides® is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout is comprised of strength training, cardio and core restoration, all while entertaining little ones with songs, activities and fun!

Pickleball

February 25, 2019, 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle Ball, over a net. Join fellow players and increase your physical dexterity with this new and fun sport!

Knitting Club

February 25, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Join us for knitting club - bring your project of choice (sewing, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch) and enjoy good company and conversation of fellow knitters! No RSVP required - just show up every Monday and Thursday

Pickleball

February 26, 2019, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle Ball, over a net. Join fellow players and increase your physical dexterity with this new and fun sport!

Core Yoga and Pilates with Ricardo Narvaez

February 26, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Join Ricardo Narvaez in this class that emphasizes on strengthening core of the body and increasing flexibility and stress release. Promote long, lean, toned muscles using dumbbells and improve breathing and posture. Bring a padded mat, hand weights, and a water bottle!

Pickleball

February 26, 2019, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle Ball, over a net. Join fellow players and increase your physical dexterity with this new and fun sport!

Tai Chi with Art Ferris

February 27, 2019, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Tai Chi combines soft flowing movements with proper breathing techniques. Continued practice can relieve stress, increase strength and flexibility, energize the body and even lower blood pressure.

Stroller Strides

February 27, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM @ Garage Community and Youth Center in Kennett Square

Stroller Strides® is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout is comprised of strength training, cardio and core restoration, all while entertaining little ones with songs, activities and fun!

Dance Cardio With Yolanda Hernandez

February 27, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Yolanda Hernandez combines fun dance fusion workout sets to an eclectic collection of music. Each workout offers well-balanced dance cardio intervals and movements to inspire and energize you. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes and bring a water bottle!

Book Club

February 27, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Join in and discuss assigned book of the month! Run by guest librarian from Hockessin Library. This is a FREE event. No RSVP required - just show up!

Pound with Jessica Burton

February 27, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Instructor Jessica Burton will lead participants in this class utilizing weighted drumsticks, called Ripstix, and choreographed exercises that will have everyone breaking a sweat! PoundFit is a whole new fun twist on traditional cardio. Please make sure to complete participation waiver before start of class!

Pickleball

February 28, 2019, 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle Ball, over a net. Join fellow players and increase your physical dexterity with this new and fun sport!

Knitting Club

February 28, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Join us for knitting club - bring your project of choice (sewing, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch) and enjoy good company and conversation of fellow knitters! No RSVP required - just show up every Monday and Thursday