iPad/iPhone Photography, Part 2 : Field Trip

Professional photographer Tom Kennedy will teach you how to take great photos using your iPhone/iPad. Topics include composition, adjusting camera settings on devices, lighting, editing, saving & sharing photos.Session 1: Tu. April 28, 10 am - 12 pm in librarySession 2......More

Professional photographer Tom Kennedy will teach you how to take great photos using your iPhone/iPad. Topics include composition, adjusting camera settings on devices, lighting, editing, saving & sharing photos.Session 1: Tu. April 28, 10 am - 12 pm in librarySession 2: Tu. May 5, 9 - 11 am (guided photo-taking session nearby--location TBA)Session 3: Tu. May 12, 10 am - 12 pm in libraryIn-person class only. You must attend all 3 sessions. Free, preregistration required (register once on April 9th date for all 3 sessions.)NOTE: If you already took this class in 2023 or 2024, you may call Bernadette at 302-858-5518 to be placed on the waiting list.

Bethany Beach Bandstand, South Coastal Public Library

Donations Intake

A team of skilled volunteers will be available in the library lobby to receive donations of materials. We are happy to accept most “gently used” items, except for the following:MATERIALS THAT ARE OLDER THAN 10 YEARSEncyclopedias, condensed books, magazines, VHS/cassette......More

A team of skilled volunteers will be available in the library lobby to receive donations of materials. We are happy to accept most “gently used” items, except for the following:MATERIALS THAT ARE OLDER THAN 10 YEARSEncyclopedias, condensed books, magazines, VHS/cassette tapes, music CDs, & DVDsDamaged or insect-infested itemsMildewed or smoke-filled materialsWe are only accepting materials on Tuesdays from 2-4 pm. Please stop by our library lobby during this time.

Lobby, South Coastal Public Library

New Zealand Pen Pal Program--Every Day!

New Zealand Pen Pal Program--Every Day!Thanks to a partnership between South Coastal Library, Kent County Library, and Wellington City Libraries, you can now have the opportunity to connect with a New Zealander! This is a fun way to learn about another country and make ......More

New Zealand Pen Pal Program--Every Day!Thanks to a partnership between South Coastal Library, Kent County Library, and Wellington City Libraries, you can now have the opportunity to connect with a New Zealander! This is a fun way to learn about another country and make a new friend. We handle all the international postage - you bring in and pick up your letters at the library.How to sign up:Fill out a registration form. Registration forms are available at the library and online. Click here to register online. Parental permission and signature is needed for anyone to participate under the age of 18. Please register all persons under 18 in person at the library.Wait! After you are registered, library staff will work to match you with your New Zealand pen pal! Please be patient.Get matched! You will be notified with the full name of your pen pal and some basic information. Please use their full name when addressing envelopes!How the program works:Write your letter and drop it off at your library. Be sure to address it clearly!When your letter arrives from New Zealand, you'll be notified! Just stop in to the library to pick it up!Respond to your pen pal and write another letter! Drop it off again and we'll send it to New Zealand for you! Your return letter will come back to us, just as before.We will be sending and receiving monthly packages of letters! Continue your correspondence with your pen pal each month!We encourage participants to use caution when/if including personal information in their letters.

South Coastal Public Library

All About Horseshoe Crabs

Did you know that Delaware has the largest spawning population of horseshoe crabs in the entire world? This incredible species is not only endlessly fascinating—they’re essential to the environment and to human health! Join a Delaware State Park interpreter at the South......More

Did you know that Delaware has the largest spawning population of horseshoe crabs in the entire world? This incredible species is not only endlessly fascinating—they’re essential to the environment and to human health! Join a Delaware State Park interpreter at the South Coastal Library to discover everything from the history of the species to how you can help aid in their survival. And we’ll be joined by a special guest…a live horseshoe crab! Registration is not required. Free and open to all!

Meeting Room A & B (Combined), South Coastal Public Library

Pop-up Book Sale

Stop by the library for a pop-up book sale!Find great books for great prices! Previous best sellers, cookbooks, beach reads, children's materials & more!Sponsored by the Friends of the South Coastal Library. Help support your local library!Happy Shopping!

Lobby, South Coastal Public Library

Step Back in Time Book Club

Calling all history fans! This book club is for you! We will meet on a select Tuesday most months to discuss a different historical fiction book at the South Coastal Library. Occasionally, we may choose to discuss and read a nonfiction title or a biography, however, mos......More

Calling all history fans! This book club is for you! We will meet on a select Tuesday most months to discuss a different historical fiction book at the South Coastal Library. Occasionally, we may choose to discuss and read a nonfiction title or a biography, however, most months will focus on historical fiction. Light snacks are provided. Have questions, ask for Kristin. This month we will be reading an older historical fiction novel, Water For Elephants by Sara Gruen. Did you know there is also a movie? While we will be focusing mostly on the novel, we will also briefly discuss the film for comparison and comment. All are welcome, ages 18 . 2026 Schedule:January 13, 2026, 2 pm | Water for Elephants by Sara GruenFebruary 10, 2026, 2 pm | NO MEETINGMarch 11, 2026 | 2 pm | Let's Call Her Barbie by Renee RosenApril 14, 2026 | Group Choice, TBAMAY TBA* No meetings from June - August 2026.

Meeting Room A & B (Combined), South Coastal Public Library

Donations Intake

A team of skilled volunteers will be available in the library lobby to receive donations of materials. We are happy to accept most “gently used” items, except for the following:MATERIALS THAT ARE OLDER THAN 10 YEARSEncyclopedias, condensed books, magazines, VHS/cassette......More

A team of skilled volunteers will be available in the library lobby to receive donations of materials. We are happy to accept most “gently used” items, except for the following:MATERIALS THAT ARE OLDER THAN 10 YEARSEncyclopedias, condensed books, magazines, VHS/cassette tapes, music CDs, & DVDsDamaged or insect-infested itemsMildewed or smoke-filled materialsWe are only accepting materials on Tuesdays from 2-4 pm. Please stop by our library lobby during this time.

Lobby, South Coastal Public Library

New Zealand Pen Pal Program--Every Day!

New Zealand Pen Pal Program--Every Day!Thanks to a partnership between South Coastal Library, Kent County Library, and Wellington City Libraries, you can now have the opportunity to connect with a New Zealander! This is a fun way to learn about another country and make ......More

New Zealand Pen Pal Program--Every Day!Thanks to a partnership between South Coastal Library, Kent County Library, and Wellington City Libraries, you can now have the opportunity to connect with a New Zealander! This is a fun way to learn about another country and make a new friend. We handle all the international postage - you bring in and pick up your letters at the library.How to sign up:Fill out a registration form. Registration forms are available at the library and online. Click here to register online. Parental permission and signature is needed for anyone to participate under the age of 18. Please register all persons under 18 in person at the library.Wait! After you are registered, library staff will work to match you with your New Zealand pen pal! Please be patient.Get matched! You will be notified with the full name of your pen pal and some basic information. Please use their full name when addressing envelopes!How the program works:Write your letter and drop it off at your library. Be sure to address it clearly!When your letter arrives from New Zealand, you'll be notified! Just stop in to the library to pick it up!Respond to your pen pal and write another letter! Drop it off again and we'll send it to New Zealand for you! Your return letter will come back to us, just as before.We will be sending and receiving monthly packages of letters! Continue your correspondence with your pen pal each month!We encourage participants to use caution when/if including personal information in their letters.

South Coastal Public Library

Did They Do It? True Crime Club

May 13 @ 2 pmDid they Do It? True Crime ClubLocation: Meeting Room Walk through different true crime cases--both solved and unsolved--with Rachel and other true crime enthusiasts. Share theories, knowledge, memories, and more with others in a welcoming, nonjudgemental e......More

May 13 @ 2 pmDid they Do It? True Crime ClubLocation: Meeting Room Walk through different true crime cases--both solved and unsolved--with Rachel and other true crime enthusiasts. Share theories, knowledge, memories, and more with others in a welcoming, nonjudgemental environment.Each meeting will focus on a particular true crime case and a recommended book to accompany the case.Please note, you do not have to read the book to participate in the club. This month, we'll take a look at the disappearance of Susan Cox Powell.Suggested read: If I Can't Have You by Gregg Olsen and Rebecca Morris.Registration is appreciated, but not required. Subscribe to our True Crime Club Newsletter for group announcements, reading recommendations, and other true crime related happenings at the library. For ages 18 & up, please.

Meeting Room A & B (Combined), South Coastal Public Library

Cybersecurity & Me, Part 5 of 5

Trevor Roe of Transient Cyber specializes in cyber security, and he will teach you how to protect your information, identity and devices in this free, 5-part series on Wed. evenings from 5:30 - 6:45 pm. Each session will begin with a presentation on a particular topic. ......More

Trevor Roe of Transient Cyber specializes in cyber security, and he will teach you how to protect your information, identity and devices in this free, 5-part series on Wed. evenings from 5:30 - 6:45 pm. Each session will begin with a presentation on a particular topic. Trevor and assistants will then provide 1-on-1 assistance as YOU apply what you've learned to your own devices in a hands-on session. In-person classes only.IMPORTANT: This series is for users who have some experience using their devices for email & browsing the internet. Bring your registered, fully-charged devices with you to each session, as well as any PINs or Logins you'll need (ie, Apple ID & Password, email login/password, lock screen PIN, etc.) For Windows, Apple, & Android devices.Topics include:Jan. 14: Personal Cybersecurity & Laptops (lock screen, security settings, password manager, etc.)Feb. 11: Personal Cybersecurity and the Internet (internet browser options & security settings, secure internet access, safe websites, etc.)Mar. 11: Personal Cybersecurity & My Accounts (email, updating & storing passwords, multi-factor authentication, etc.)Apr. 8: Personal Cybersecurity & My Files (file management & backups, storage options, Google Drive, OneDrive, iCloud.)May 13: Personal Cybersecurity & Social Media (information privacy, how to update/secure social media accounts, social media safe use tips) Registration is required for EACH session. All may attend the presentation and get a printed tips handout. The first 20 who register will ALSO have the opportunity to get assistance during the hands-on portion (20 students max.). Walks-ins accepted if space allows.

Meeting Room A & B (Combined), South Coastal Public Library

Cooking by the Book

Cooking by the Book!Join us once a month for a cookbook book club at the library!Each month, participants will make a recipe from the chosen cookbook (voted by members of the group) and then will bring in the dish to share with the group.Participants are encouraged to d......More

Cooking by the Book!Join us once a month for a cookbook book club at the library!Each month, participants will make a recipe from the chosen cookbook (voted by members of the group) and then will bring in the dish to share with the group.Participants are encouraged to discuss cooking, recipes and how to improve them, and the book itself. This club is also a great way for you to meet members of your community and to try new foods!This month, we will be cooking from Theme: Tea Party! | Title TBDCopies of the book will be available for checkout at the circulation desk while supplies last. A reference copy will be available upon request if no other copies are available. Participants are encouraged to bring their own Tupperware to take leftovers to go.Also, in celebration of the holidays, we encourage participants to bring cookies to exchange with others.For ages 18 & up, please.Please be advised that the food prepared here may contain these ingredients: milk, eggs, wheat, soybean, peanuts, tree nuts, and other common food allergens.

Meeting Room A & B (Combined), South Coastal Public Library