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Plan Today, Protect Tomorrow: The Importance of Estate Planning. Tuesday, September 2nd at 5:30pm Join us for Plan Today, Protect Tomorrow: The Importance of Estate Planning with Attorney: Adam Crouse Esquire - Aleman & Associates and Kelsey Gallo REALTOR® - Keller Williams Realty. This program is designed to educate the public on the legalities of planning ahead for the future. |
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Life Before Death-Living a Better Life Now By Planning Ahead- Beebe Health Care Wednesday, September 3rd at 1:30pm Fear and anxiety can be reduced by educating oneself and informing family members about your wishes regarding your health. Presenter will cover Advance Care Planning, Medical Interventions, and Why Talking Matters. This program will be held on Wednesday, September 3 @ 1:30pm at Greenwood Public Library. Presenter: Rev. Paula Waite. For more information call us at 302-855-1242. This program was designed to empower citizens to take charge and communicate their wishes regarding health care choices. |
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Teen Advisory Board Wednesday, September 3rd at 4pm The monthly meeting of the Greenwood Public Library's Teen Advisory Board is on Wednesday September 3rd at 4pm. Teens can come together at the Greenwood Public Library to collaborate, brainstorm, and share ideas while receiving the library’s support to bring your visions to life. Here, you have the opportunity to express your thoughts, plan innovative programs and displays, decide which materials should be available for teens, and connect with new friends. This program is designed to empower teens to contribute to the cultural and recreational environment of Greenwood, encourage civic involvement and to provide a sense of community among regular library users as well as newcomers. Ages 11+ For more info call 302-855-1242. |
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Thomas the Turtle Visits Story Time Thursday, September 4th at 10:30am Join us with your little ones at the Greenwood Public Library on Thursday, September 4th at 10:30am for a fun morning of stories, songs, and crafts. A very special guest, Thomas the Turtle, is visiting us and he is going to get us all moving! Story Time is recommended for children ages 2-5. Story time provides an opportunity for young children to learn important social, emotional, and intellectual skills that will prepare them for success in school. For more information, call (302) 855-1242. |
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Crochet Together! Thursday's at 1pm A group will be meeting weekly on Thursday's at the Greenwood Public Library to crochet. Anyone is welcome to bring their own supplies and crochet together! This is event is informal and not run by a staff member however there will experienced crocheters present who are willing to share tips and tricks with you! Come make a new a new friend! |
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Read to the Dogs 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at4pm L.E.A.P. (Literacy Education Assistance Pups) Program – Read to the Dogs - is free and open to children of all ages. Come in to practice your reading and have a tail-waggin’ good time! L.E.A.P. sessions will be held at the Greenwood Library on the first and third Thursdays of the month. No registration is required; just come to the Greenwood Library any time between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m., choose a 4-legged, tail-wagging reading partner, and enjoy a good book together. Books are provided. This program is designed to foster a love of reading, promote the habit of reading, supplement formal education and improve social, motor and listening skills amongst our youngest patrons. |
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Bound by Books Discussion Group Tuesday, September 9th at 1pm Participants come together once a month to discuss various types of books at the Greenwood Public Library. The book to be discussed on Tuesday, September 9 @ 1pm will be, Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. Pick up your copy at Greenwood Public Library. No registration is required. For more information call us at 302-855-1242. This program is designed to promote literacy, encourage critical thinking, foster social interaction, and promote diverse titles, ideologies and stories to the general public. |
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The Life and Times of Jane Austen- Trish Chambers Productions Tuesday, September 9th at 2:30pm Performed in Period Costume, Trish Chambers will present the life and times of Jane Austen at the Greenwood Public Library on Tuesday, September 9 @ 2:30 pm., This presentation will cover the realities of English Society at the time of Jane Austen's life and literary career. The performance will explore how Jane Austen portrayed society in her 6 major works, how the personalities of her heroines developed over the span of her novels and how events and experiences of her personal life are reflected in her writing and why her work is still popular today. For more information, call us at 302-855-1242. This program was designed to enrich our understanding of literary greats and the context of their works in society and time in an engaging and relaxing atmosphere. |
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Gentlemen and Scholars Book Club Tuesday, September 9th at 5:30pm Join the Gentlemen and Scholars Book Club at Amity Coffee Roasters on Tuesday, September 9th at 5:30pm. This is a club for anyone 18+ to discuss books and such. Books are available at the library. This Month we will be discussing "The Idiot" by Fyodor Dostoevsky. Copies will be available at the library. For more info call 302-855-1242. This program is designed to promote literacy, encourage critical thinking, and foster social interaction. |
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Story Time Thursday, September 11th at 10:30am Join us with your little ones at the Greenwood Public Library on Thursday, September 11th at 10:30am for a fun morning of stories, songs, and crafts. Story Time is recommended for children ages 2-5. Story time provides an opportunity for young children to learn important social, emotional, and intellectual skills that will prepare them for success in school. For more information, call (302) 855-1242. |
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Pokemon TCG Thursday, September 11th at 4pm Bring your best deck to the Greenwood Public Library on Thursday September 11th at 4pm to compete and trade with others in the Pokemon Trading Card Game! Inappropriate language and behavior will not be tolerated. Ages 10-17. For more information call 302-855-1242. No registration required. This program is a fun way to encourage positive social interaction, teamwork, strategy and healthy competition |
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Homeschool Hangout Friday, September 12th at 2pm Get together for a fun Friday afternoon to meet up with other homeschool friends. A simple craft or activity will be provided for kids, along with Legos, games, and puzzles while parents network and support each other. Meet at the Greenwood Public Library on the second Friday of each month from 2:00-4:00pm. No registration is needed. For further information, please call (302) 855-1242. |
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🎶(Vinyl) Listening Lounge: Paul Simon - Graceland🎶🔊 Saturday, September 13th at 1pm Join us this fall for our Vinyl Listening Lounge - a group-led discussion fostering the love of music & appreciation of classic vinyl featuring a chosen record or artist of the month. FREE. Adults (& Teens 12+) Easing into some of those "soon-to-be sweater weather" cozy vibes, we're spinning Paul Simon's groundbreaking 1986 album, Graceland, this month as it nears its 40th anniversary! This record helped broaden the horizon of world music as it famously fuses South African rhythmic stylings with modern pop and rock. It features staples like "You Can Call Me Al", "Diamonds of the Soles of Her Shoes," and of course the title track, "Graceland." The discussion will be on what tracks stand out to you, your favorite lyrics, rhythms, and melodies, why this album and its tracks still resonate with audiences old and young, and the artist's legacy. Bring your friends, your vinyl, your stories, & enjoy the vibe! Let the music take you back to the golden eras of rock 'n' roll! 🎸✨ |
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Monday, September 15th at 4pm Join us at the Greenwood Public Library on Monday, September 15th from 4:00-5:30pm for fun at the Kids Art Factory. This month we be making dried bean mosaic pictures. This class is designed for ages 5-12. Please register all participating children at greenwood.lib.de.us or by calling (302) 855-1242. This program is designed to empower community members to tap into creativity, artistic literacy, and expression while also creating opportunity for positive social interaction, idea exchange and relaxation. |
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Teen Book Club Tuesday, September 16th at 5pm Join the New Teen Book Club at the Greenwood Public Library on Tuesday, September 16th at 5pm. Open to Teens/tweens 11 and up. At our first meeting we will be sharing books and/or writers that we like and what books we would like to read and discuss as a group. For more info call 302-855-1242. This program is designed to promote literacy, encourage critical thinking, and foster social interaction. |
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Thursday, September 18th at 10:30am Feelings Rock is a children’s social-emotional music and movement class. We use music, movement, story time, and much more to teach children how to recognize and cope with the many emotions of life. Classes are 30 minutes and designed to keep the children fully engaged! 30 minutes of free play will follow the program. Please register each participating child aged newborn to 5 years old at greenwood.lib.de.us or by calling (302) 855-1242. Adults need not register. This program provides an opportunity for young children to learn important social, emotional, and intellectual skills that will prepare them for success in school. |
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Music with Brody Bond @ VFW Saturday, September 20th at 10am Greenwood Public Library invites you to join us on Saturday, September 20 @ 10 am for a musical performance songwriter, Brody Bond, at the VFW. His music is featured on Spotify and other streaming services. For more information, call us at 302-855-1242. This program is designed to bring community together for a relaxing time of music and mingling in a warm and welcoming environment. |
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Greenwood Library Improv Academy- Presented by First State Improv Tuesday, September 23rd at 5pm Melissa Brenner from First State Improv returns to the Greenwood Public Library on Tuesday, September 23rd at 5pm for some improvised fun! Improvisation is a wonderful tool for getting kids and teens to learn how to think spontaneously and in a creative way. There's no experience necessary and it's always a lot of fun. For more information call the library at (302)855-1242. Ages 10 and up. This program is designed to encourage public speaking, teamwork and creativity. |
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Peppa Pig Play Doh Party Thursday, September 25th at 10:30am Join us with your little ones at the Greenwood Public Library on Thursdays at 10:30am for a fun morning of singing songs, watching Peppa Pig, and playing with Play Doh! This program is recommended for children ages 2-5. Story time provides an opportunity for young children to learn important social, emotional, and intellectual skills that will prepare them for success in school. For more information, call (302) 855-1242. |
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Saturday, September 27th at 11am Join us on Saturday, September 27th @ 11 am for a cooking demonstration at Greenwood Public Library by Chef Scott Kemp, head chef at Suicide Bridge. . Chef Scott will be making a Seafood Stew that is dairy free. Attendees will be provided the recipe for the stew and free samples will be available. For more information call us at 302-855-1242. Registration is required and seats are limited. This program is designed to teach patrons valuable cooking skills in a fun and upbeat environment while covering topics such as nutrition, food prep, kitchen safety, cultural foods and budgeting in a relaxed and welcoming environment. |
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Tuesday, September 30th at Come design your own puzzle on Tuesday, September 30 @ 5pm at the Greenwood Public Library. Draw your favorite designs, Zentangle, drawings, whatever you prefer on a 120 piece puzzle and dazzle your friends and family. Materials are provided. Registration is required. For more information call us at 302-855-1242. This program is designed to enhance creativity and artistic expression, while also creating opportunities for positive social interaction and relaxation. |
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Monday, October 6th at 4pm Get together to read, talk about books, and do fun activities that go along with the books at Bookworm Buddies on Monday, October 6th from 4:00-5:00pm. Our monthly Bookworm Buddies is growing and so we are going to split up different ages into groups. Please register participating children. Butterflies (ages 6-8) will be diving into Detective Duck: The Case of the Strange Splash by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver, followed by related activities. Kids are encouraged to read (or listen to) the book before the program. Copies of the book will be available at the Greenwood Public Library from early September and copies are also available for instant download on the Hoopla app. Caterpillars (ages 3-5) will have their own story time and craft followed by play time. Little Wrigglers (ages 0-2) will have their own play area with their parents or caregivers. For further questions, please call the library at (302) 855-1242. This program provides an opportunity for young readers to develop literacy, critical thinking, and foster social interaction. |
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Homeschooling quick start : what you need to know
by Susanne Gibbs
"A straightforward, user-friendly guide for the parent who sees an urgent need to start homeschooling their child, and also the parent who is wondering whether they have what it takes to homeschool. Written in a format that allows for a quick overview, and then diving deeper into detailed aspects of homeschooling, this book explains what's necessary for homeschooling and lays out the steps needed to start homeschooling from scratch, with plenty of examples and firsthand experience"
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For more events or book recommendations, visit greenwood.lib.de.us |
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