Wilmington Public Library

10/16/2026

Calling all little ghouls, goblins, and Halloween lovers! The Wilmington Public Library System is bringing Trunk or Treat to the North Branch for an afternoon packed with treats, tasty food, games and crafts, and a costume contest.

We’ll also have a Breast Cancer Awareness presentation by Rheal Urban.

Saturday, October 24 | 11 AM–2 PM
Wilmington Library, North Branch Parking Lot
3400 N. Market St.

Costumes encouraged. Halloween spirit required!

10/16/2026

Something spooky is brewing at the library.

Join The Science Guys of Baltimore on Monday, October 26 at 4 PM for an interactive Spooky Science Show! Kids of all ages can get up close with eerie fog, hair-raising electricity, bubbling potions and the science behind some seriously spooky effects.

Registration is required. Call Youth Services at 302-571-7400 ext. 2412 to reserve your spot.

10/15/2026

Need a new headshot? Tomorrow's your chance.

Emir Lake Photos will be at the Downtown Branch tomorrow from 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. offering free professional headshots.

Stop in on your lunch break, get a fresh photo, and get back to your day.

Friday, October 16 | Downtown Branch
10 E. 10th St.

10/15/2026

Join the Downtown Branch next Wednesday for some bingo fun! An exciting afternoon of Bingo, great prizes, and good company.

*Pizza, snacks, resources available
*Free event
*Adults only (55+)

Wednesday, October 21 | 12 PM
Downtown Branch, 10 E 10th St.

Come early, grab a seat, and enjoy a fun and friendly midday break Downtown!

10/15/2026

🎶✍️ Creativity, Collaboration, and the Power of Words!

Our songwriting workshop brought creativity to life as participants came together to share ideas, explore their musical talents, and turn their thoughts into lyrics. The Wilmington Public Library System is proud to create spaces where creativity thrives, voices are heard, and community connections grow.

10/14/2026

Let's talk about that $50 ticket.

You're not just buying admission to a Halloween party.

You're getting an afternoon of:

Brunch bites + 2 complimentary drinks + DJ Mac Wondo + a costume contest + prizes

…and a chance to spend Halloween with good food, good music, and good company while supporting programs at the NoMa Branch.

Boo & Bougie Day Party
October 31 | 11 AM–2 PM
NoMa Branch, 3905 N. Market St.
21+ | $50

So yes, $50 gets you in the door. But it also gets you a whole afternoon.

Tickets are available on Eventbrite:

Boo & Bougie Day Party is Wilmington's ultimate Halloween-inspired day party fundraiser at the Wilmington Library, NoMa Branch.

10/14/2026

Your next ebook, audiobook, or movie night may require one extra step.

Starting October 13, a security update will change how Delaware library patrons access digital content through Libby, OverDrive, and Kanopy.

What’s changing? We’ve got the details in this week’s newsletter.

Read our latest newsletter to find out: https://bit.ly/4zBtQ2d

10/13/2026

Want to be part of North Branch’s Trunk or Treat?

We’re inviting local businesses and organizations to join the fun! Decorate your trunk, bring candy or small prizes for the kids, and connect with families in the Wilmington community.

Interested in participating?
- Event Date: Saturday, October 24 | 11 am-2 pm
- Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 22: https://bit.ly/4jlm6MW
- Spots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

We’ll provide your parking spot and promote your business or organization as part of the event.

Let’s make Halloween a little more fun for Wilmington families!

10/13/2026

Your next song might be waiting to be written.

Join Delaware Music Network and Wilmington Library tomorrow for a songwriting workshop with teaching artist Nina SongBird.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced writer, come explore your creative voice and sharpen your craft.

Wednesday, October 14
6–7 PM
Wilmington Library, Downtown Branch | 10 E. 10th St.

10/12/2026

Thank you to the Wilmington Library patrons who visited our branches during Library Snapshot Week in July and filled out a survey! Here's a snapshot of the results!

Today marks the end of National Literacy Month. This September, we celebrated reading, connected with residents at our libraries, and highlighted everything New Castle County Libraries have to offer.

This summer, New Castle County Libraries asked our communities to help us understand how they use their libraries. For six days in July, all 14 New Castle County Libraries tracked visits and asked people why they came, how the library has helped them, and what they'd do without it. The results showed us that libraries are about more than books. They're places to learn, connect, get help, access technology, save money, and simply have a place to be.

Thank you to the 1,856 people who shared their experiences with us, and to everyone who makes New Castle County Libraries part of their week.

To learn more about New Castle County Libraries please visit: https://www.newcastlede.gov/libraries