Lewes Public Library
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Sunday May 12 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Sussex Bird Club | Monthly Meeting
Online & In-Person Join us The Sussex Bird Club in-person in the library or online for its monthly meeting. Please check back for the topic.The Sussex Bird Club's primary objective is to promote the knowledge and enjoyment of wild birds through guided field trips and mo......More
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Sunday May 12 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Fireside Chat with K. A. Nelson | Killing Shore
In-person and Online Join us in-person in the library or online as Fireside Chats host Paul Sparrow converses with K. A. Nelson, author of Killing Shore: The True Story of Hitler's U-Boats Off the New Jersey Coast, , a meticulously researched portrayal of combat along A......More
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Monday May 13 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
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Monday May 13 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
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Monday May 13 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
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Monday May 13 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Conversation with Anthony D. Fredericks | In Search of the Old Ones
Online & In-Person Join us in the library or online for a conversation with Anthony D. Fredericks, author of In Search of the Old Ones: An Odyssey among Ancient Trees, an insightful, compelling, and fascinating journey across the U.S. to discover some of the oldest tree......More
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Tuesday May 14 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
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Tuesday May 14 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Preschool Story Time
Enjoy books, music, and fingerplays for preschoolers. Generously supported by Beach Babies Child Care & Beacon Pediatrics.
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Tuesday May 14 11:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Job/Career, Health, and Social Service Assistance
In-person An in-person Specialist from the Teleservice Program is available in the library to help with:ASSIST application processApplying for food benefitsMedicaidLong-term nursing careChildcareHome energy assistanceLearn about other DHSS agenciesReferrals to partner o......More
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Tuesday May 14 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Homeschool Connection | 6 - 12 Grade
Come to the library for an hour-long social with other homeschoolers. Play board games, video games, VR Goggles, socialize, have snacks, or just chill out with friends. This program takes place on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 1 PM. Registration is required. Grades ......More
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Tuesday May 14 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Homeschool Connection: Planting the Children's Garden
Come help plant the Children's Learning Garden in Stango Park with Lewes in Bloom.Homeschool Connection is our monthly program for K - 5th grade homeschool students. We host a variety of presenters on different topics, and include a library skills extension for each cla......More
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Tuesday May 14 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.
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Wednesday May 15 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Babies & Toddlers Story Time
Enjoy books, music, and fingerplays for babies and toddlers.
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Wednesday May 15 11:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Job/Career, Health, and Social Service Assistance
In-person An in-person Specialist from the Teleservice Program is available in the library to help with:ASSIST application processApplying for food benefitsMedicaidLong-term nursing careChildcareHome energy assistanceLearn about other DHSS agenciesReferrals to partner o......More
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Wednesday May 15 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Italian Conversation Group
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
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Wednesday May 15 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Friends of Lewes Public Library Board Meeting
The Friends Board of Directors meets the third Wednesday of every month. This meeting open to the public.No registration required.
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Wednesday May 15 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
Art for Tweens - 3rd - 5th Grade
For 3rd - 5th Grade elementary school children. This program is made possible through a generous donation from BEST ACE HARDWARE. Thank you!
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Wednesday May 15 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
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Thursday May 16 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Eat Smart & Move More
In-person The University of Delaware Cooperative Extension is providing hands-on nutrition education through a series of lessons offering simple solutions to help families Eat Smart and Move More!During this 6-week series, participants will learn about the following top......More
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Thursday May 16 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
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Thursday May 16 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
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Thursday May 16 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
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Thursday May 16 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
KidLit Writers' Group
In-Person The KidLit Writers’ Group is a critique group — not a class — for adults who would like to write for the children’s market. This group meets on the third Thursday of the month to give authors feedback on their work (no meeting in August or December). All child......More
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Friday May 17 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Baby Friday
For Infants 0 - 18 months and their caregivers. Drop in for some early literacy and developmental play time with our friends from Child Inspired. Multiple play stations are set up in our programming room for you and your baby (0 - 18 months) to enjoy and interact with t......More
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Friday May 17 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Brown v. Board of Education | 70 Years Later: A Delaware Perspective
Online & In-Person May 17th is the 70th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s landmark civil rights ruling in Brown v. Board of Education. To celebrate that seminal decision, Professor Leland Ware will join in conversation with federal Judge Thomas Ambro. The Brown Supreme......More
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Saturday May 18 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Sussex County Genealogical Society | TBA
Online & In-Person Join Sussex County Genealogical Society (SCGS) in-person at the library or online for a presentation on a topic to be announced.SCGS is a non-profit organization and its mission is to promote genealogy and educational work in a professional manner, en......More
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Saturday May 18 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Colorín Colorado
Come to the library for Spanish story time! Explore and learn Spanish through books, songs, and activities.
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Saturday May 18 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Foreign Language Conversation Group for Teens
Join our vibrant teen French and Spanish conversation group! Whether you're a beginner or fluent speaker, come together with fellow teens to practice and improve your language skills in a relaxed and supportive environment. Led by experienced teen facilitators, engage i......More
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Monday May 20 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
English Conversation Group
Online Join English as a Second Language speakers to improve your English listening and speaking skills, increase your vocabulary, and practice pronunciation. NOTE: basic conversational English ability is required. Group is open to anyone aged 16 .This group is offered ......More
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Monday May 20 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
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Monday May 20 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
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Monday May 20 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
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Monday May 20 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Eight Common Estate Planning Mistakes
In-personThis class covers common estate planning mistakes and how you can avoid them. Uncover some of the common myths about estate planning and learn suggestions on how to optimize your financial future and legacy for your benefit and the benefit of your loved ones.Th......More
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Monday May 20 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
English Conversation Group
Online Join English as a Second Language speakers to improve your English listening and speaking skills, increase your vocabulary, and practice pronunciation. NOTE: basic conversational English ability is required. Group is open to anyone aged 16 .This group is offered ......More
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Tuesday May 21 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
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Tuesday May 21 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Preschool Story Time
Enjoy books, music, and fingerplays for preschoolers. Generously supported by Beach Babies Child Care & Beacon Pediatrics.
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Tuesday May 21 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.