Lobby Exhibit | Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park

Exhibition in the Library lobby of winning entries to the Friends of the Cape Henlopen State Park photo contest.

Lobby Art Exhibit, Lewes Public Library

Lobby Exhibit | "A Cut Above" by Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild

Exhibition in the Library lobby by members of the Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild.

Lobby Art Exhibit, Lewes Public Library

Feelings Rock with Miss Taylor

Feelings Rock is a music and movement-based class for newborns - age 5 that is designed to help preschoolers and their families navigate social emotional development.Get ready to learn how to recognize, express, and cope with emotions, engage in fun learning activities,......More

Feelings Rock is a music and movement-based class for newborns - age 5 that is designed to help preschoolers and their families navigate social emotional development.Get ready to learn how to recognize, express, and cope with emotions, engage in fun learning activities, and promote a healthy body movement! Have fun with sign language, puppets, musical instruments and more. Come sing, move, and rock with us!

Large Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

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

***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 the land – do almost anything you want with just a pencil, dice, and a character sheet!There is no previous experience required! Dungeons and Dragons meet in the Quiet Room every Saturday.You must be 13 to join.

Quiet Room, Lewes Public Library

Millennial Seasonal Decor Swap

Refresh your seasonal decorations the sustainable way! Bring in holiday decor you no longer need and trade for something new-to-you. It’s an eco-friendly way to decorate while keeping items out of the landfill. Decorations from any holiday are welcome. Any larger items ......More

Refresh your seasonal decorations the sustainable way! Bring in holiday decor you no longer need and trade for something new-to-you. It’s an eco-friendly way to decorate while keeping items out of the landfill. Decorations from any holiday are welcome. Any larger items that don’t find a new home must be taken back by the original owner. Bring in decor from any holiday of the year.*Please do not drop off items before the event. You must be present to participate. This program is reserved for millennials (born 1980–1996).

Large Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Lobby Exhibit | "A Cut Above" by Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild

Exhibition in the Library lobby by members of the Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild.

Lobby Art Exhibit, Lewes Public Library

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

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, and to learn. They welcome and respect all who join us in this endeavor and ask that everyone keep an open mind to all points of view.If you have a question for discussion please send it by email or raise it at the time of the meeting. Please be succinct when posing your question. Any topic can be considered for discussion so long as respect and civility remain foremost in actions and speech.Here are the Food for Thought meeting guidelines.NOTE: this session is available to attend in-person or through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER and indicate which you prefer. If you need assistance with registration or getting your Zoom invitation, please email us.Basic written instructions for using Zoom may be found here and a brief video tutorial may be found here. Closed captioning is available for all our sessions. Information on enabling closed captioning in Zoom may be found here.

Computer Training Room, Lewes Public Library

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 t......More

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 to attend.Registration is requested but not required. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows.

Medium Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Dungeons & Dragons (for 18+)

In-PersonJoin 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 adventures alongside your party! You will......More

In-PersonJoin 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 adventures alongside your party! You will shape the world with your choices, for good or for evil, for order or for chaos - do anything you want with just a roll of the dice.Empty character sheets will be provided. Bring dice and other supplies at your discretion.No previous experience is required. Dungeons and Dragons meets in the Quiet Room every Monday. There is limited space in this group and drop ins are not allowed.If you are interested, please complete this survey. For more information, email the library.

Quiet Room, Lewes Public Library

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.

Medium Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Cooks & Books | Thanksgiving Dinner Edition

In-person Share your love of cooking and trying new recipes. Every month, the group selects a cookbook and each participant chooses a recipe from it to prepare. The group meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30 PM to try the dishes made and discuss the recipes.Th......More

In-person Share your love of cooking and trying new recipes. Every month, the group selects a cookbook and each participant chooses a recipe from it to prepare. The group meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30 PM to try the dishes made and discuss the recipes.This month we are celebrating Thanksgiving early. Please bring a favorite dish to share. Stop by the Circulation Desk to sign up the dish you are bringing.No registration required.

Large Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Lobby Exhibit | "A Cut Above" by Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild

Exhibition in the Library lobby by members of the Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild.

Lobby Art Exhibit, Lewes Public Library

Career and Social Services at the library

In-person A teleservices specialist is available every Tuesday from 10:00 AM - 4:00 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 can rely on the speciali......More

In-person A teleservices specialist is available every Tuesday from 10:00 AM - 4:00 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 can rely on the specialist for:Career Services Individualized assistance with Job/Career guidance & training, including:resume supportcompleting job applicationscomputer assistancejob searchesapplying for jobs onlineSocial ServicesHelp with and referrals for:Delaware ASSIST Benefits applicationshousing/food assistanceEBT/SNAP benefitchildcare assistanceMedicaid enrollmentmental health appointmentsresources on expungementunemployment benefitsInformation about Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS) agenciesReferrals to partner organizationsand more!Additionally, our specialist offers a Private Teleservices Booth, which is a secure and confidential space for conducting virtual meetings and appointments, including medical appointments, job interviews, counseling sessions, and virtual meetings. The space is equipped with a laptop featuring the most up-to-date telehealth applications, high-speed internet access, and soundproofing features to guarantee utmost privacy.Stop by and say hello!

Lobby, Lewes Public Library

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

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 caregivers, family, and friends of persons with dementia to:Develop a support systemExchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutionsTalk through issues and ways of copingShare feelings, needs and concernsLearn about community resources.For any questions, you may call Ruth at 302-231-8186 or the Alzheimer's Association at (800) 272-3900.Registration is requested. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows.

Medium Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Preschool Story Time

Enjoy books, music, and fingerplays for preschoolers.

Child/Teen Program Room, Lewes Public Library

Delaware Small Business Development Center Office Hours

In-person The Delaware Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will hold drop-in office hours on the first Tuesday of each month from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the library, offering free support for local business owners, including answering entrepreneur and small busines......More

In-person The Delaware Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will hold drop-in office hours on the first Tuesday of each month from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the library, offering free support for local business owners, including answering entrepreneur and small business owners' questions and providing assistance. The Delaware SBDC delivers training programs and free professional consulting services to help innovators, startups, and existing businesses grow and succeed. For more information on the advising services they provide, visit the Delaware SBDC website.

Delaware Room, Lewes Public Library

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.

Quiet Room, Lewes Public Library

Conversation with Robert Fieseler | American Scare

In-Person & Online Join the Lewes Public Library, the ACLU of Delaware, CAMP Rehoboth, Delaware Sexuality & Gender Collective, Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice, and Sussex Pride for a conversation with Robert Fieseler, author of American Scare: Florida's Hi......More

In-Person & Online Join the Lewes Public Library, the ACLU of Delaware, CAMP Rehoboth, Delaware Sexuality & Gender Collective, Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice, and Sussex Pride for a conversation with Robert Fieseler, author of American Scare: Florida's Hidden Cold War on Black and Queer Lives, the riveting story of how the Florida government destroyed the lives of Black and queer citizens in the twentieth century. Joining Robert in conversation is Ron Collins.For nearly a decade, the Florida Legislature founded, funded, and supported the Johns Committee—an organization using the cover of communism to viciously attack members of the NAACP and queer professors and students. Spearheaded by Charley Johns, a multi-term politician in a gerrymandered legislature, the Committee was determined to eliminate any threats to the state’s white, conservative regime. Using a secret trove of primary source documents that have been decoded and de-censored for the first time in history, journalist Fiesler unravels what happened behind the closed doors of the Committee's inquisition. He describes the heartbreaking ramifications for citizens of Florida whose lives were imperiled and profiles marginalized residents with compassion and a determination to bring their devasting experiences to light at last.Robert W. Fieseler is a journalist investigating marginalized groups and a scholar excavating forgotten histories. A National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association Journalist of the Year and recipient of the Pulitzer Traveling Fellowship, his debut book Tinderbox won seven awards, including the Edgar Award, and his reporting has appeared in Slate, Commonweal, and River Teeth, among others. Fieseler graduated co-valedictorian from the Columbia Journalism School and is pursuing a PhD at Tulane University as a Mellon Fellow. He lives with his husband in New Orleans.Ron Collins is a retired law professor, co-founder of the History Book Festival, and the Lewes Public Library’s Distinguished Lecturer. His latest book is Tragedy on Trial: The Story of the Infamous Emmett Till Murder Trial.This event is co-sponsored by the ACLU of Delaware, CAMP Rehoboth, Delaware Sexuality & Gender Collective, Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice, and Sussex Pride.We invite you to support the author by purchasing a copy of their book from Browseabout Books. Call-in orders are accepted at (302) 226-2665 or you can stop by the store to purchase a copy. For store hours, please visit their website. Each copy purchased comes signed. Books will be available for sale and for signing at the event.NOTE: this session is available to attend in-person or through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER and indicate which you prefer. If you have need assistance with registration or getting your Zoom invitation, please email the library.Basic written instructions for using Zoom may be found here and a brief video tutorial may be found here. Closed captioning is available for all our sessions. Information on enabling closed captioning in Zoom may be found here.

Large Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Science and Society | Scenes from the Quantum Century: From Curious Hippies to Novel Tests of Quantum Entanglement

Online Quantum mechanics turns 100 years old in 2025, which offers an opportunity to ask how some of the core ideas of quantum theory were introduced, debated, tested, and ultimately accepted. One of the central ingredients of quantum theory is entanglement, nowadays so......More

Online Quantum mechanics turns 100 years old in 2025, which offers an opportunity to ask how some of the core ideas of quantum theory were introduced, debated, tested, and ultimately accepted. One of the central ingredients of quantum theory is entanglement, nowadays so important to next-generation technologies like quantum encryption and quantum computing. Yet the history of quantum entanglement has been far from straightforward. This talk will describe how a colorful group of physicists during the 1970s wrestled with entanglement, exploring the idea amid the California counterculture scene. Building on that history, the presenter's own group recently conducted a new series of experiments, together with Nobel laureate Anton Zeilinger and his team. Their “Cosmic Bell” experiments provided compelling evidence for quantum entanglement while constraining certain alternative models more thoroughly than ever before. David Kaiser is Germeshausen Professor of the History of Science and Professor of Physics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is the author of several award-winning books on the history of modern physics, including How the Hippies Saved Physics: Science, Counterculture, and the Quantum Revival, which received the Davis Prize from the History of Science Society and was named "Book of the Year" by Physics World magazine. His latest book, Quantum Legacies: Dispatches from an Uncertain World, was named a Choice Outstanding Academic Title and honored as among the best books of the year by Physics Today and Physics World magazines. Kaiser directs a research group on early-universe cosmology in MIT's Center for Theoretical Physics, and has also designed and helped to conduct novel experimental tests of quantum theory. A Fellow of the American Physical Society, Kaiser has received MIT's highest awards for excellence in teaching. His work has been featured in Science, Nature, the New York Times, and The New Yorker magazine. His group's efforts to conduct a "Cosmic Bell" test of quantum entanglement, together with Nobel laureate Anton Zeilinger, were featured in the documentary film, Einstein's Quantum Riddle.We invite you to support the author by purchasing a copy of their book from Browseabout Books. Call-in orders are accepted at (302) 226-2665 or you can stop by the store to purchase a copy. For store hours, please visit their website.The library's “Science and Society - Making Sense of the World Around Us” lecture series is co-organized and moderated by Fred Dylla, Executive Director Emeritus of the American Institute of Physics and author of Scientific Journeys, Linda Dylla, former public information officer at the Jefferson Laboratory and the U.S. Department of Energy, and Colin Norman, the former News Editor at Science.NOTE: this meeting is being conducted through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER to receive instructions for joining the meeting. If you have need assistance with registration or getting your Zoom invitation, please email the library.Basic written instructions for using Zoom may be found here and a brief video tutorial may be found here. Closed captioning is available for all our sessions. Information on enabling closed captioning in Zoom may be found here.

Lewes Public Library

Simmer Down | A Cookbook Club for Millennials

Share your love of cooking and trying new recipes. Every month, the group selects a cookbook, and each participant chooses a recipe from it to prepare. Simmer Down meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM to try the dishes made and discuss the recipes.No regis......More

Share your love of cooking and trying new recipes. Every month, the group selects a cookbook, and each participant chooses a recipe from it to prepare. Simmer Down meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM to try the dishes made and discuss the recipes.No registration required. Stop by the Circulation Desk to choose a recipe from this month's cookbook.

Medium Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Lobby Exhibit | "A Cut Above" by Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild

Exhibition in the Library lobby by members of the Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild.

Lobby Art Exhibit, Lewes Public Library

Babies & Toddlers Story Time

Enjoy books, music, and fingerplays for babies and toddlers.

Child/Teen Program Room, Lewes Public Library

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 need assi......More

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 need assistance with registration or getting your meeting invitation, please email us.Basic written instructions for using Zoom may be found here and a brief video tutorial may be found here. Closed captioning is available for all our sessions. Information on enabling closed captioning in Zoom may be found here.This group is made possible by the support of Roy Fitzgerald and Jennie Keith.

Lewes Public Library

Natural Selections Book Club | The Laws of Medicine

Online & In-Person The Natural Selections Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month (except for July and August) to discuss nature-themed books. All are welcome.The 2025 book selections are:January 8 | The Comfort of Crows : A Backyard Year by Margaret RenklF......More

Online & In-Person The Natural Selections Book Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month (except for July and August) to discuss nature-themed books. All are welcome.The 2025 book selections are:January 8 | The Comfort of Crows : A Backyard Year by Margaret RenklFebruary 5 | Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet by Ben GoldfarbMarch 5 | The Reluctant Mr. Darwin: An Intimate Portrait of Charles Darwin and the Making of His Theory of Evolution by David QuammenApril 2 | Love Your Mother: 50 States, 50 Stories, and 50 Women United for Climate Justice by Mallory McDuffMay 7 | Green Thoughts: A Writer in the Garden by Eleanor PerenyiJune 4 | Sprout Lands: Tending the Endless Gift of Trees by William Bryant LoganJuly | No meetingAugust | No meetingSeptember 3 | Figuring by Maria PopovaOctober 1 | The World of Laura Ingalls Wilder by Marta McDowellNovember 5 | The Laws of Medicine: Field Notes From an Uncertain Science by Siddhartha MukherjeeDecember 3 | The Light Eaters by Zoë SchlangerNOTE: this session is available to attend in-person or through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER and indicate which you prefer. If you need assistance with registration or getting your Zoom invitation, please email us.Basic written instructions for using Zoom may be found here and a brief video tutorial may be found here. Closed captioning is available for all our sessions. Information on enabling closed captioning in Zoom may be found here.

Computer Training Room, Lewes Public Library

Hope Huddles

In-person Hope Huddles is a peer-led support gatherings organized by DJ's Alliance for individuals grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide. These self-guided sessions offer a welcoming, non-judgmental space where participants can share experiences, exchange coping s......More

In-person Hope Huddles is a peer-led support gatherings organized by DJ's Alliance for individuals grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide. These self-guided sessions offer a welcoming, non-judgmental space where participants can share experiences, exchange coping strategies, or simply connect with others who understand their journey. Open to all ages and types of suicide loss survivors, Hope Huddles focus on community building, encouragement, and fostering a sense of belonging.DJ’s Alliance is a grassroots nonprofit organization offering heartfelt postvention support, resources and connections to help survivors of suicide loss find healing and hope in Delaware. We understand that postvention is prevention.Hope Huddles meet the first Wednesday of each month. Registration is requested but drop-ins are welcome.

Delaware Room, Lewes Public Library

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

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 explore different genres, and to do this in the company of other writing enthusiasts.This FreeWrite is facilitated by Tom Hoyer, a Rehoboth Beach Writers Guild member who has experience in leading such groups. Participants write in response to prompts or their own preferences. Writing Prompts are often (but not always) designed to focus on a particular aspect of writing: the use of sensory details, the necessity of strong verbs, the craft of writing dialogue.You do not need to be a RBWG member to attend. For more information visit the RBWG website.No registration required,

Medium Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Lobby Exhibit | "A Cut Above" by Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild

Exhibition in the Library lobby by members of the Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild.

Lobby Art Exhibit, Lewes Public Library

AAUW Notable Books Discussion | Anita De Monte Laughs Last

In-personThe American Association of University Women Coastal-Georgetown Branch sponsors a Notable Books discussion that meets on the first Thursday of the month.January 2 | Dearborn by Ghassan ZeineddineFebruary 6 | A Fever in the Heartland: The Ku Klux Klan’s Plot to ......More

In-personThe American Association of University Women Coastal-Georgetown Branch sponsors a Notable Books discussion that meets on the first Thursday of the month.January 2 | Dearborn by Ghassan ZeineddineFebruary 6 | A Fever in the Heartland: The Ku Klux Klan’s Plot to Take Over America and the Woman Who Stopped Them by Tim EganMarch 6 | James by Percival EverettApril 3 | Wandering Stars by Tommy OrangeMay 1 | North Woods by Daniel MasonJune 5 | Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space by Adam HigginbothamJuly 3 | Y/N by Esther YiAugust 7 | In Memoriam by Alice WinnSeptember 4 | Share a Book - each member is invited to bring a favorite book to share with the groupOctober 2 | The Women by Kristen HannahNovember 6 | Anita de Monte Laughs Last by Xochitl GonzalezDecember 4 | no meetingNo registration required. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.

Medium Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

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

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 and exploration of ideas rather than debating the pros and cons of different viewpoints that impact our personal lives, our communities, and society at large. The goal is to learn from each other by exchanging thoughts and reflections, allowing us to journey beyond our personal limitations and to expand our horizons.NOTE: this session is available to attend in-person or through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER and indicate which you prefer. If you need assistance with registration or getting your Zoom invitation, please email us.Basic written instructions for using Zoom may be found here and a brief video tutorial may be found here. Closed captioning is available for all our sessions. Information on enabling closed captioning in Zoom may be found here.

Computer Training Room, Lewes Public Library

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

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, or who have studied some Spanish, or who are now taking some classes elsewhere. Members include retirees, college students, and others who have a range of Spanish speaking abilities. Members of the group make suggestions as to what we might do in future classes. There is usually a ‘homework’ assignment preparing each person to talk in Spanish for 2 to 3 minutes to the group. There are icebreakers, games, and invited guests who speak on various topics. Each week is different. Nearly all of the discussions are in Spanish. The group is very informal, friendly and there is no pressure to participate.NOTE: this session is available to attend in-person or through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER and indicate which you prefer. If you need assistance with registration or getting your Zoom invitation, please email us.Basic written instructions for using Zoom may be found here and a brief video tutorial may be found here. Closed captioning is available for all our sessions. Information on enabling closed captioning in Zoom may be found here.This group is made possible by the support of Roy Fitzgerald and Jennie Keith.

Computer Training Room, Lewes Public Library

Snapology

Snapology builds critical thinking skills through fun and interactive play. Snapology builds teamwork, social skills, and creativity through children's interest in STEM activities. In addition, Snapologists build problem-solving skills using their imagination through an......More

Snapology builds critical thinking skills through fun and interactive play. Snapology builds teamwork, social skills, and creativity through children's interest in STEM activities. In addition, Snapologists build problem-solving skills using their imagination through an array of interactive learning!

Large Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Teen Advisory Board | Meeting

The Lewes Public Library's Teen Advisory Board is seeking new members. Join us for an open discussion about how we can make the Lewes Public Library a better place for teens. Participation in TAB its meetings qualifies for service hours. This program is strictly reserve......More

The Lewes Public Library's Teen Advisory Board is seeking new members. Join us for an open discussion about how we can make the Lewes Public Library a better place for teens. Participation in TAB its meetings qualifies for service hours. This program is strictly reserved for teens ages 13-19.For more information about TAB, click here.

Delaware Room, Lewes Public Library

Lobby Exhibit | "A Cut Above" by Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild

Exhibition in the Library lobby by members of the Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild.

Lobby Art Exhibit, Lewes Public Library

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

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 limited to): digital books, email, internet, Microsoft Word and Excel, texting, and digital photos. Guests may bring their own devices such as e-readers, tablets, phones and computers—or utilize the library’s PC computers.No appointment is necessary, and assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants are encouraged to bring relevant usernames, passwords, and login information. All ages are welcome.For more information, call the library at 302-645-2733 or visit lewes.lib.de.us.

Computer Training Room, Lewes Public Library

Lobby Exhibit | "A Cut Above" by Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild

Exhibition in the Library lobby by members of the Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild.

Lobby Art Exhibit, Lewes Public Library

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

***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 the land – do almost anything you want with just a pencil, dice, and a character sheet!There is no previous experience required! Dungeons and Dragons meet in the Quiet Room every Saturday.You must be 13 to join.

Quiet Room, Lewes Public Library

Naloxone Access Training

In-person Join us for a public program hosted by the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, focused on the proper use and administration of NARCAN (Naloxone).What is Narcan?Narcan (Naloxone) is a medication that is effective in reversing the effects of an opioid......More

In-person Join us for a public program hosted by the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, focused on the proper use and administration of NARCAN (Naloxone).What is Narcan?Narcan (Naloxone) is a medication that is effective in reversing the effects of an opioid overdose in an individual.Learning Objectives:Recognize and effectively respond to an opioid overdoseWhat Naloxone is, how to store it & to administerRelevant laws and legislation around Naloxone, including the statewide standing orderTraining: Classroom-style. This is the most informative training for any member of the public offering an in depth presentation to a small group in 30-45 minutes with plenty of time for questions and answers.Upon completion of training you are eligible to receive a FREE Opioid Rescue Kit.POD (Point of Distribution):This training is best for returning trainees, or those who have used their Naloxone kit previously. Only requires a few minutes per person.Registration required. To register, go here. Any questions should be directed to the DSAMH Naloxone Support Team by emailing [email protected] or calling 302- 255-2777.

Computer Training Room, Lewes Public Library

Sussex Bird Club | Monthly Meeting

Online & In-Person Join The Sussex Bird Club in-person in the library or online for a topic TBD.The Sussex Bird Club's primary objective is to promote the knowledge and enjoyment of wild birds through guided field trips and monthly meetings about various aspects of bird......More

Online & In-Person Join The Sussex Bird Club in-person in the library or online for a topic TBD.The Sussex Bird Club's primary objective is to promote the knowledge and enjoyment of wild birds through guided field trips and monthly meetings about various aspects of birding. Meetings are open to all and beginning birders are always welcome.NOTE: this session is available to attend in-person or through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER and indicate which you prefer. If you need assistance with registration or getting your Zoom invitation, please email us.Basic written instructions for using Zoom may be found here and a brief video tutorial may be found here. Closed captioning is available for all our sessions. Information on enabling closed captioning in Zoom may be found here.

Large Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Fireside Chat | No Ordinary Time: The Words of Eleanor Roosevelt

In-person and Online Join us in-person in the library or online for a Fireside Chat in association with the Lewes Public Library Spoken Word Society.Perhaps no woman had a greater impact on America in the 20th century than Eleanor Roosevelt. She gave a voice to the most......More

In-person and Online Join us in-person in the library or online for a Fireside Chat in association with the Lewes Public Library Spoken Word Society.Perhaps no woman had a greater impact on America in the 20th century than Eleanor Roosevelt. She gave a voice to the most neglected and desperate members of our country, while fighting for equal rights for all. Her influence started in the 1920s and ended only with her death in 1962. Perhaps her most famous and important speech took place during the 1940 Democratic presidential convention, when her husband, President Franklin Roosevelt, was running for an unprecedented third term in office. As the delegates fought amongst themselves, she took the stage and reminded them that "these are no ordinary times." FDR went on to win a third term. Historian Paul Sparrow hosts the acclaimed actress Suzanne Savoy, in an exploration of the speeches and writings of Eleanor Roosevelt. Her words will be presented in dramatic monologue by Ms. Savoy with political and social context provided by the host.Suzanne Savoy, a classically trained theatre artist, is also known for film roles and recurring TV appearances on How to Get Away with Murder, Full Circle, The Knick, House of Cards, Better Call Saul, and many others. Her most recent film, All of It, recently won “Best Comedy Feature” at the Marina del Rey Film Festival and has been submitted for the November 2025 Rehoboth Beach International Film Festival. The Fireside Chat series is organized and moderated by Paul Sparrow, a writer, historical consultant, and the former Director of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. Before moving to the FDR Library, he was the Deputy Director and Senior Vice President at the Newseum in Washington, DC. He is the author of the book, Awakening the Spirit of America: FDR's War of Words With Charles Lindbergh—and the Battle to Save Democracy.President Franklin Roosevelt broadcast his first Fireside Chat on March 12th, 1933, just eight days after his inauguration. During his 12 years in office he delivered dozens of Fireside Chats, guiding America through the Great Depression, and guiding a global audience through the horrors of World War Two. FDR’s Fireside Chats were a new form of political communication, using radio to connect with Americans in an intimate setting – right in their living rooms. His compelling and persuasive broadcasts encouraged Americans to believe in democracy and its future. Paul Sparrow, a nationally recognized expert on Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt and the former director of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, hosts this series of programs that build on the foundation laid by FDR’s Fireside Chats, and find their relevance to our world today.NOTE: this session is available to attend in-person or through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER and indicate which you prefer. Each individual attending must register.If you have need assistance with registration or getting your Zoom invitation, please email the library.Basic written instructions for using Zoom may be found here and a brief video tutorial may be found here. Closed captioning is available for all our sessions. Information on enabling closed captioning in Zoom may be found here.

Large Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Lobby Exhibit | "A Cut Above" by Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild

Exhibition in the Library lobby by members of the Delaware White-Line Woodcut Guild.

Lobby Art Exhibit, Lewes Public Library

Mah Jongg

In-person Interested Mah Jongg players are welcome to come to library on Monday afternoons to play. Players must be experienced, follow the National Mah Jongg League rules, and able to sustain a fast-paced game. Players are expected to provide their own Mah Jongg cards ......More

In-person Interested Mah Jongg players are welcome to come to library on Monday afternoons to play. Players must be experienced, follow the National Mah Jongg League rules, and able to sustain a fast-paced game. Players are expected to provide their own Mah Jongg cards and Mah Jongg sets, as well as help set up and put away all materials related to the game.No registration is required and walk-ins are welcome. If you have questions, email Pam Sorce.

Large Meeting Room East, Lewes Public Library

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

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, and to learn. They welcome and respect all who join us in this endeavor and ask that everyone keep an open mind to all points of view.If you have a question for discussion please send it by email or raise it at the time of the meeting. Please be succinct when posing your question. Any topic can be considered for discussion so long as respect and civility remain foremost in actions and speech.Here are the Food for Thought meeting guidelines.NOTE: this session is available to attend in-person or through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER and indicate which you prefer. If you need assistance with registration or getting your Zoom invitation, please email us.Basic written instructions for using Zoom may be found here and a brief video tutorial may be found here. Closed captioning is available for all our sessions. Information on enabling closed captioning in Zoom may be found here.

Computer Training Room, Lewes Public Library

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 t......More

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 to attend.Registration is requested but not required. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows.

Medium Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

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.

Medium Meeting Room, Lewes Public Library

Dungeons & Dragons (for 18+)

In-PersonJoin 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 adventures alongside your party! You will......More

In-PersonJoin 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 adventures alongside your party! You will shape the world with your choices, for good or for evil, for order or for chaos - do anything you want with just a roll of the dice.Empty character sheets will be provided. Bring dice and other supplies at your discretion.No previous experience is required. Dungeons and Dragons meets in the Quiet Room every Monday. There is limited space in this group and drop ins are not allowed.If you are interested, please complete this survey. For more information, email the library.

Quiet Room, Lewes Public Library

Conversation with Virginia Evans | The Correspondent

In-person Join Browseabout Books and Lewes Public Library for a conversation with Virginia Evans, author of The Correspondent. This charming and subtly powerful debut novel paints the portrait of a life through a brilliant epistolary format. Evans takes readers on a mov......More

In-person Join Browseabout Books and Lewes Public Library for a conversation with Virginia Evans, author of The Correspondent. This charming and subtly powerful debut novel paints the portrait of a life through a brilliant epistolary format. Evans takes readers on a moving journey into the life of Sybil Van Antwerp, a retired law clerk whose world is centered around the letters she exchanges with friends, family, and a few famous figures—Joan Didion and Ann Patchett among them—as she tries to make sense of the world around her and her place in it. As Sybil writes, the novel invites readers into her reflections on aging, memory, and the balance between isolation and connection. It is a striking exploration of the hubris of youth and the wisdom of old age, the power of literature and human connection, and the small yet profound acts that shape a life fully lived. Virginia Evans is from the east coast of the United States. She attended James Madison University for her bachelor’s in English literature, as well as Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland, for her masters of philosophy in creative writing. She lives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with her husband, two children, and her Red Labrador, Brigid. THIS TICKETED EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE LEWES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL THEATRE (820 Savannah Road, Lewes, DE). At the school, please park on the side of the building facing Beebe Hospital and use entrance 12, by the flag pole.Seating is GENERAL ADMISSION and there are TWO options for tickets*. You may choose ONE seat ONE signed book or TWO seats ONE signed book. More information and ticket purchase. $5 from each ticket sold will be donated to Lewes Public Library.*Tickets are NONREFUNDABLE. If you cannot attend the event, you will still receive your signed copy of The Correspondent. Your book will be held at Browseabout Books and must be picked up by December 10, 2025.If you have questions about tickets, please contact Browseabout Books.

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Millennial Game Night

Enjoy an evening of tabletop games and Mr. P's pizza with friends. Whether you're a board game enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out, this event is perfect for all millennials. Come for the games, stay for the good times!This program is for Millennials (born 19......More

Enjoy an evening of tabletop games and Mr. P's pizza with friends. Whether you're a board game enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out, this event is perfect for all millennials. Come for the games, stay for the good times!This program is for Millennials (born 1980 - 1996). Please register for this program.

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