Lewes Public Library
View details
-
Sunday June 16 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
First Impressions: Opening Reception
In-person This is the culminating event for participants in the First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class. Join us in recognizing the participants and viewing their artwork in the lobby, where it will be displayed for the month of June. This event is open to the publ......More
-
Monday June 17 All Day
Lobby Exhibit | First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class
Exhibition in the Library lobby by participants in the First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class workshop series.This program is funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts as a part of its’ Access Creative Aging program, a community-based arts education program desi......More
-
Monday June 17 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Garden Story Time in the Children's Learning Garden with Lewes in Bloom
Join us at the Children's Learning Garden for a few garden stories, and some time weeding, watering, and picking. Miss Jen will read the stories, and the volunteers with Lewes in Bloom will guide the kids through activities in the garden. Please bring your own blanket o......More
-
Monday June 17 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Estate Planning: Six Steps to Creating a Lasting Legacy
In-Person Join us for a pivotal session on shaping your legacy. This workshop guides you through the crucial aspects of estate planning, blending financial wisdom with personal values. Discover how to create a meaningful legacy that reflects your life, values, and wishe......More
-
Monday June 17 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
-
Monday June 17 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Food 4 Thought
Online & In-Person Join a group of thoughtful citizens from the local area (and beyond!) seeking to engage one another on a topic of current interest in a way that encourages diverse and differing points of view. The group meets each week to exchange views, to listen, a......More
-
Monday June 17 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Poetry Free Write
In-person Weekly meeting of the Rehoboth Beach Writers' Guild Poetry Free Write. Explore your writing passion! Attending a Free Write is a fun, low commitment way to dip your toes into the writing pool. Writers at all levels are welcome; you do not need to be a member ......More
-
Monday June 17 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
The Scent of Struggle and Success: The Jo Malone Story | TO BE RESCHEDULED
In-person and Online Join us in the library or online for a lecture by Ron Collins on Jo Malone, British perfumer and founder of the companies Jo Malone London and Jo Loves. This presentation focuses on the arc of the life and career of a woman who strove, against all o......More
-
Monday June 17 5:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons (for 18+) | CAMPAIGN CLOSED
THIS CAMPAIGN IS NOW CLOSED. PLEASE CHECK BACK.Join us for Dungeons and Dragons for adults (18 ). This is a long-term campaign in a high fantasy homebrew setting.Experience a rich fantasy world - encounter its denizens, battle monsters, discover treasures, and go on adv......More
-
Monday June 17 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
L.E.A.P. - Read to the Dogs!
Come read to the dogs at the library. Bring your own book, and grab one of ours.
-
Monday June 17 6:00pm - 7:15pm EDT
Summer VEX Camp
Join our 7-week VEX Robotics Summer Camp for middle school students and dive into the world of coding and robotics! Learn the basics of robot construction and programming through hands-on projects and team challenges. Enhance your problem-solving skills and creativity w......More
-
Tuesday June 18 All Day
Lobby Exhibit | First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class
Exhibition in the Library lobby by participants in the First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class workshop series.This program is funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts as a part of its’ Access Creative Aging program, a community-based arts education program desi......More
-
Tuesday June 18 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Savvy Roth IRA Conversion Strategies
In-Person In this class we will discuss strategies of creating and enhancing your tax-free portfolio. Attendees will learn Roth IRA rules, the appropriate times to accelerate tax payments, and what you may be missing about optimizing your tax strategy during your retire......More
-
Tuesday June 18 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
English as a Second Language | Clases de inglés
In-person The Lewes Public Library is offering free in-person classes this summer in English as a Second Language (ESL). ESL helps non-English or limited English speakers (age 16 ) succeed in an English speaking community by providing communication skills and necessary ......More
-
Tuesday June 18 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Career and Social Services at the library
In-person A teleservices specialist is available every Tuesday from 10AM - 3PM and Wednesday from 11 AM - 4 PM, ready to assist with a range of needs. Assistance is provided on a first-come, first-served basis with no appointment required. Walk-ins are welcome! Patrons ......More
-
Tuesday June 18 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Cascading Carlos - Kids' SRP Performance
Cascading Carlos is not a clown or a magician; he is a Juggler! However, he loves to clown around and create illusions with hisJuggling. Learn the ancient art of Juggling with various props while he hypnotizes you with his Juggling skills.The 2024 Lewes Public Library S......More
-
Tuesday June 18 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Adult Coloring Group
In-person Join us for meditative coloring accompanied by smooth jazz and herbal tea. Great for stress relief and relaxation as well as socializing. Coloring sheets and materials will be provided, or you can bring your own. For ages 18 and up.Registration not required.
-
Wednesday June 19 All Day
Lewes Public Library Closed
The Library is closed today in observance of Juneteenth. We will reopen at 10 AM on Thursday, June 20.
-
Wednesday June 19 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Italian Conversation Group | NO MEETING
OnlineJoin Italian speakers 18 to improve your Italian-speaking skills. Please note: basic Italian conversational ability is required.NOTE: this meeting is being conducted through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER to receive instructions for joining the meeting. If you have need......More
-
Wednesday June 19 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
FreeWrite! | NO MEETING
In-personFreeWrite! is an informal gathering of writers of ALL skill levels who meet to practice their writing in a friendly and nurturing atmosphere. The goal of the FreeWrites is to provide a place and an opportunity for people to have fun with their writing, to explo......More
-
Thursday June 20 All Day
Lobby Exhibit | First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class
Exhibition in the Library lobby by participants in the First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class workshop series.This program is funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts as a part of its’ Access Creative Aging program, a community-based arts education program desi......More
-
Thursday June 20 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
English as a Second Language | Clases de inglés
In-person The Lewes Public Library is offering free in-person classes this summer in English as a Second Language (ESL). ESL helps non-English or limited English speakers (age 16 ) succeed in an English speaking community by providing communication skills and necessary ......More
-
Thursday June 20 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Table in the Lobby - Sussex Tech Adult Education
Representatives from Sussex Tech Adult Education will have a table in the lobby. They will provide information about their programs including GED and ESL classes and answer questions.
-
Thursday June 20 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Story Time and Story Walk with Aimee Isaac
Enjoy books, music, and fingerplays for preschoolers. This program is generously supported by Beacon Pediatrics.
-
Thursday June 20 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Socrates Café
Online & In-Person Socrates Café is a discussion group for adults that provides an opportunity for people from a variety of backgrounds to share their knowledge and experiences from a philosophical perspective. These are open-invitation meetings that promote the sharing......More
-
Thursday June 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Spanish Conversation Group
Online & In-Person Join Spanish speakers 18 to improve your Spanish-speaking skills. Basic Spanish conversational ability is required.NOTE: this is not a traditional class — there is no Spanish teacher. Instead, it is a group of people who already speak some Spanish, o......More
-
Thursday June 20 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Art Free Write
In-person The Rehoboth Beach Writers Guild, in partnership with the Lewes Public Library, is offering an art-based Free Write every Thursday afternoon. Each Free Write will feature local artists who bring their work to the session. Participants will use the various work......More
-
Thursday June 20 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
In the Loop: Knitting and Crocheting Group
In-person Calling all knitting and crochet fans! Looking to sit and knit or crochet with others? Join a weekly casual gathering of enthusiasts to work on our favorite projects and occasionally help each other. We'll sit by the fireplace, stimulate our creative juices, a......More
-
Thursday June 20 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Teen Trivia
Test your knowledge with a game of Teen Trivia! Enjoy food, compete for awesome prizes, and have a blast with friends. Whether you're a trivia pro or just looking for fun, this event is perfect for all teens. Don't miss out on a night of excitement and friendly competit......More
-
Thursday June 20 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Conversation with Liv Constantine | The Next Mrs. Parrish
Online & In-Person Join us in the library or online for a conversation with Liv Constantine (pen name for Lynne Constantine and Valerie Constantine), the co-authors of The Next Mrs. Parrish, the sequel to the million-copy internationally bestselling debut novel and Rees......More
-
Friday June 21 All Day
Lobby Exhibit | First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class
Exhibition in the Library lobby by participants in the First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class workshop series.This program is funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts as a part of its’ Access Creative Aging program, a community-based arts education program desi......More
-
Friday June 21 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Drop In Tech Help
In-person The Lewes Public Library offers free technology assistance the first and third Friday of each month from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on a drop-in basis.A staff member is available to assist with a variety of common technology questions. Topics include (but are not lim......More
-
Friday June 21 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
French Movie Club | Quai des Orfèvres
In-person Join us in person for a conversation on a French movie previously seen at home. Please note: basic French conversational ability is required. This group is for participants 18 years and older.This month's meeting discussion is on Quai des Orfèvres, a 1947 Fren......More
-
Saturday June 22 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Story Time at the Historic Lewes Farmer's Market
Come join us for garden and market themed stories from 10:00 - 11:00 under the tent at the entrance to the Historic Lewes Farmers Market. Stay for 1 story, or stay for them all. The market is located at George H. P. Smith Park, in Lewes, DE (Johnson Ave & Dupont Ave.)
-
Saturday June 22 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons
***This campaign is currently full. Please check back.***Join us for Dungeons and DragonsExperience a fantasy world similar to Lord of the Rings: Battle monsters, discover treasures, and go on adventures! You can choose to become a blacksmith, open a tavern, or travel t......More
-
Monday June 24 All Day
Lobby Exhibit | First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class
Exhibition in the Library lobby by participants in the First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class workshop series.This program is funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts as a part of its’ Access Creative Aging program, a community-based arts education program desi......More
-
Monday June 24 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Art Camp for Kids Ages 5 - 8
*** REGISTRATION REQUIRED ***Monday - Thursday, June 24th - June 27th. For Ages 5 - 8. You must be able to attend all four days of camp in order to participate. Campers will have an opportunity to use a variety of exciting art media to create their own unique work of ar......More
-
Monday June 24 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Garden Story Time in the Children's Learning Garden with Lewes in Bloom
Join us at the Children's Learning Garden for a few garden stories, and some time weeding, watering, and picking. Miss Jen will read the stories, and the volunteers with Lewes in Bloom will guide the kids through activities in the garden. Please bring your own blanket o......More
-
Monday June 24 10:45am - 12:15pm EDT
Art Camp for Tweens Ages 9 - 12
*** REGISTRATION REQUIRED ***Monday - Thursday, June 24th - June 27th. For Ages 9 -12. You must be able to attend all four days of camp in order to participate. Campers will have an opportunity to use a variety of exciting art media to create their own unique work of ar......More
-
Monday June 24 10:45am - 12:15pm EDT
Art Camp for Tweens Ages 9 - 12
*** REGISTRATION REQUIRED ***Monday - Thursday, June 24th - June 27th. For Ages 9 -12. You must be able to attend all four days of camp in order to participate. Campers will have an opportunity to use a variety of exciting art media to create their own unique work of ar......More
-
Monday June 24 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Art Camp for Teens
*** REGISTRATION REQUIRED ***Monday - Thursday, June 24th - June 27th. For Ages 13 - 19. You must be able to attend all four days of camp in order to participate. Campers will have an opportunity to use a variety of exciting art media to create their own unique work of ......More
-
Monday June 24 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Art Camp for Teens
*** REGISTRATION REQUIRED ***Monday - Thursday, June 24th - June 27th. For Ages 13 - 19. You must be able to attend all four days of camp in order to participate. Campers will have an opportunity to use a variety of exciting art media to create their own unique work of ......More
-
Monday June 24 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
-
Monday June 24 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Food 4 Thought
Online & In-Person Join a group of thoughtful citizens from the local area (and beyond!) seeking to engage one another on a topic of current interest in a way that encourages diverse and differing points of view. The group meets each week to exchange views, to listen, a......More
-
Monday June 24 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Poetry Free Write
In-person Weekly meeting of the Rehoboth Beach Writers' Guild Poetry Free Write. Explore your writing passion! Attending a Free Write is a fun, low commitment way to dip your toes into the writing pool. Writers at all levels are welcome; you do not need to be a member ......More
-
Monday June 24 5:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Dungeons & Dragons (for 18+) | CAMPAIGN CLOSED
THIS CAMPAIGN IS NOW CLOSED. PLEASE CHECK BACK.Join us for Dungeons and Dragons for adults (18 ). This is a long-term campaign in a high fantasy homebrew setting.Experience a rich fantasy world - encounter its denizens, battle monsters, discover treasures, and go on adv......More
-
Tuesday June 25 All Day
Lobby Exhibit | First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class
Exhibition in the Library lobby by participants in the First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class workshop series.This program is funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts as a part of its’ Access Creative Aging program, a community-based arts education program desi......More
-
Tuesday June 25 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
English as a Second Language | Clases de inglés
In-person The Lewes Public Library is offering free in-person classes this summer in English as a Second Language (ESL). ESL helps non-English or limited English speakers (age 16 ) succeed in an English speaking community by providing communication skills and necessary ......More
-
Tuesday June 25 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group
In-personBuild a support system with people who understand.This weekly support group is for those caring for someone with Alzheimer's or other type of dementia. Alzheimer’s Association® caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for ca......More
-
Tuesday June 25 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Career and Social Services at the library
In-person A teleservices specialist is available every Tuesday from 10AM - 3PM and Wednesday from 11 AM - 4 PM, ready to assist with a range of needs. Assistance is provided on a first-come, first-served basis with no appointment required. Walk-ins are welcome! Patrons ......More
-
Tuesday June 25 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Regular Board Meeting
The Library Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss agenda items. Public participation is welcome and encouraged.
-
Tuesday June 25 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Summer Preschool Story Time
Enjoy books, music, and fingerplays for preschoolers. This program is generously supported by Beacon Pediatrics.
-
Tuesday June 25 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Tween Tuesday: Cardboard Palooza Maker Space!!
Come build something amazing in our cardboard & recyclables maker space. Your imagination is your only limit!The 2024 Lewes Public Library Summer Reading Program is supported in part by a generous donation from Robert and Mary Jo Moyer in Memory of Joan Santelli. THANK ......More
-
Tuesday June 25 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Adult Coloring Group
In-person Join us for meditative coloring accompanied by smooth jazz and herbal tea. Great for stress relief and relaxation as well as socializing. Coloring sheets and materials will be provided, or you can bring your own. For ages 18 and up.Registration not required.
-
Tuesday June 25 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
SDARJ Book & Film Discussion Group | Women of the Post
Online & In-Person This book club is a partnership with the Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month and discusses classic and contemporary works of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and cinematic art. All ar......More
-
Tuesday June 25 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Pints & Pages | A Book Club for Millennials (born 1980 - 1996)
Pints & Pages meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 6:30 -7:30 p.m. Copies of the book are available to borrow at the main circulation desk. Pints & Pages beverages are sponsored by Dewey Beer Co. This program was made possible by the Sussex County Department of L......More
-
Wednesday June 26 All Day
Lobby Exhibit | First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class
Exhibition in the Library lobby by participants in the First Impressions: A Painterly Drawing Class workshop series.This program is funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts as a part of its’ Access Creative Aging program, a community-based arts education program desi......More
-
Wednesday June 26 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Summer Babies & Toddlers Story Time
Enjoy books, music, and fingerplays for babies and toddlers. This program is generously supported by Beacon Pediatrics.
-
Wednesday June 26 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Teen Game Night | Summer
Teen Game Night takes place every Wednesday night from 4-6PM, June 15 through July 31. Teens can choose from one of our many, many games in the library's game closet, or are welcome to bring a game from home to teach their friends. Teen game night is a social where teen......More
-
Wednesday June 26 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
FreeWrite!
In-personFreeWrite! is an informal gathering of writers of ALL skill levels who meet to practice their writing in a friendly and nurturing atmosphere. The goal of the FreeWrites is to provide a place and an opportunity for people to have fun with their writing, to explo......More