Calendar

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

Ceramic Sculpture Methods

March 1, 2019, 1:00 PM - April 5, 2019, 4:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Pottery Studio

Five 3-hour classes. Explore different ways of creating objects with clay. Learn to shape clay through carving, modeling, coiling and slab methods. Sessions include mentoring in a group setting. Open to all levels. Adults

Introduction to Alcohol Inks

March 23, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM @ The Art Studio - Room 108

One 2½-hour session. Explore the vibrant colors of alcohol inks. Create two small practice pieces on yupo (a non-absorbent polypropylene paper), then create a final piece to mat and frame (5x7). This meditative and fun process is perfect for everyone, no experience needed. Teens/Adults

Intermediate Drawing

March 25, 2019, 6:30 PM - April 15, 2019, 8:30 PM @ The Art Studio - Drawing Studio

Four 2-hour classes. This intermediate class continues gesture drawing and observation skills with more emphasis on shading and perspective, as learned in the basic drawing class. Bring a pencil and any sized sketch pad. Teens/Adults

Beginning Weaving

March 28, 2019, 6:00 PM - April 25, 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

Girl Scouts: Textile Art

March 30, 2019, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ The Art Studio - Room 108

One 3-hour class. Learn the art of textile from start to finish. Explore different fiber types, basic stitches, weaving techniques and leave with two finished projects; a felted project and a miniature wall-hanging. Ages 13-16

Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

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

Resource Protection Area Technical Advisory Committee Public Hearing

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

License Inspection and Review Board Public Hearing

March 25, 2019, 3:30 PM @ New Castle Room

Special Finance Committee

March 26, 2019, 9:00 AM @ Executive Conference Room

Finance Committee

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

Community Services Committee

March 26, 2019, 3:00 PM @ Council's Conference Room

Executive Committee

March 26, 2019, 4:00 PM @ Council's Conference Room

Budget Address

March 26, 2019, 5:30 PM @ Council Chambers

Council Meeting

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

Canceled: Farm Stories and Fun

March 23, 2019, 12:30 PM - 1:15 PM @ Bank Barn

Saturday's Farm Stories and Fun program has been canceled. We will see you on April 27 for the next Farm Stories and Fun. ***** Saturday 12.30-1.15 p.m. A fun story time about life on a farm, followed by an old-time activity kids living the country life would have done a long time ago. Bring a snack. Ages 2+ with an adult.

A Day of Pickleball In New Castle County

March 24, 2019, 9:30 AM - 7:30 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center (aka Hockessin PAL)

Pickleball players of all skill levels are invited to come and play for this day of Pickleball! 9 courts will be set up and divided by skill level - novice, intermediate, advanced. Beginner courts will be set aside for anyone wishing to learn. Please enter the building through the side doors! Call 302-239-8861 if you need any directions to enter the building.

Pickleball

March 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

March 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

March 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!

Adaptive Pound

March 26, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

We are offering Adaptive Pound! Instructor Jessica Burton will lead participants in this class utilizing weighted drumsticks, called Ripstix, and choreographed exercises that will have everyone moving! This version of Pound will be adapted and customized according to participants' needs and abilities. Participation waiver must be completed before class. A caregiver must be present and also register in the class. Ages 18+ Register online using the link or call the center to RSVP

Pound with Jessica Burton

March 26, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

Save vibe, same Pound! Instructor Jessica Burton will lead participants in this class utilizing weighted drumsticks, called Ripstix, and choreographed exercises that will have everyone breaking a sweat! This class is especially designed to fit those who may need accommodations or special modifications. Please make sure to complete participation waiver before start of class! Ages 18+ Caregiver must be present and registered for class.

Book Club

March 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 month's book of discussion is Mudbond, by Hillary Jordan. This is a FREE event. No RSVP required - just show up!

Pound with Jessica Burton

March 27, 2019, 6:30 PM - April 24, 2019, 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

March 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

March 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

Pickleball

March 29, 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!

Pound It Out

March 31, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Hockessin Community Recreation Center

PoundFit has come to Hockessin Community Recreation Center! Instructor Jessica Burton will lead participants in this special one-time, one-hour class for those who can't make it to our Wednesday evening class, or want to try it out to get a taste of what we will be offering again in the summer! 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. Participation waiver must be completed before class. For any questions, and to complete the waiver, email heather.mergenthaler@newcastlede.gov Sign-up using the link or call the center to RSVP

Community Conversation about Land Preservation

March 28, 2019, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ James Gilliam, Jr. Building - Multi Purpose Conference Room 67 Reads Way New Castle, DE 19720

Scouts and Pets

March 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Carriage House at Rockwood

Learn how to choose a pet that’s right for you and make sure it stays healthy and happy or find out how to take the best care of the pet you already have. Earn your Pet Badge in the process. Registration required by calling (302) 761-4340. Registration required. Ages 6-10

Women's History Month: Mini-Exhibition at the Route 9 Library

March 1, 2019, 10:00 AM - March 31, 2019, 5:00 PM @ Route 9 Library & Innovation Center

This exhibition features successful women in STEM. This program is part of NASA@ My Library Partners. All ages. Library hours March. ROUTE 9 LIBRARY, (302) 657-8020 3022 New Castle Ave., New Castle 19720 Sunday, 1-5 p.m.; Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Thursday

Women’s History Month: Wayward Women Travelers at the New Castle Public Library

March 26, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ New Castle Public Library

A Delaware Humanities program presented by Dr. Linda De Roche. Adults.

Women’s History Month: Growing Up in War-Torn London at the Newark Free Library

March 30, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Newark Free Library

Historian Jean Norvell relates her personal story about growing up in London during World War II. Registration required. Teens/Adults.