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Storytimes and kids' library events near Dover Public Library from the public library calendar.

Dover Public Library

45 South State Street, Dover, Delaware 19901, United States

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9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Walk-In Technology Assistance & Training

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Dover Public Library

Walk-in assistance with digital devices and services. Bring your smartphone, tablet, iPad, Kindle, or laptop and get hands-on help! Essential Software Skills Personalized Assistance Workplace Technology AI – Understanding & Help Basic Computer Skills & Classes Social Media Help Navigate Internet, Avoid Scams Using Tech in Daily Life, Device Help Learning Express, Northstar Certification And Much More! More info at delawarelibraries.org/digital

9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Teleservices Specialist: Employment, Health, and Social Support

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Community Classroom, Dover Public Library

A teleservices specialist is available, 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 assistance with: Employment guidance and training Resume support Assistance with Delaware ASSIST applications (Medicaid, and SNAP benefits) Housing and food resources Computer assistance Financial coaching with StandByMe Learning about other DHSS agencies Referrals to partner organizations, and more! Additionally, our specialist offers a secure and confidential private appointment space for virtual appointments, including telehealth sessions, job interviews, legal consultations, and more. 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!

9:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Baby & Me

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Children’s Program Room, Dover Public Library

Bring baby along to the Library to play with and meet other babies! This is a meet-up group for babies ages birth-18 months and their caregivers.

12:30 PM to 1:30 PM

Read & Make

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Dover Public Library

Go on a Read and Make Adventure this summer! Join the Biggs Museum Education team in partnership with the Dover Public Library to hear a story, create art, and learn about featured artworks from the Biggs' collection in a kid-friendly way! This week we will be reading about pirate adventures and making a newspaper pirate hat and mini treasure map jars. We will also be observing pirate themed artwork. The recommended age for this program is between 3 and 9 years old, however everyone is welcome. Registrations are encouraged. If you are attending with a group of ten or more, please contact the library to ensure that accommodations can be made. This program will be held at the Biggs Museum of American Art located at 406 Federal Street. We value inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide accommodations for this event. Please contact Carlee Hayden at Carlee.Hayden@lib.de.us, Kathryn Ross at Kathryn.Ross@lib.de.us, or 302-760-4924 to make a reasonable accommodation request at least one week before the event.

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Homeschool Connections: Growing Up in the 18th Century

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Multi-Purpose Room A, Multi-Purpose Room B, Dover Public Library

Join us as we adventure through local history with the help of our friends at First State Heritage Park! Students will learn what life was like for children in the 18th century compared to modern day using reproduction artifacts, clothing-and games! We'll meet at 1:00pm at the John Bell House - 43 The Green, Dover DE 19901. In the event of extreme weather, we will move inside to the Library & meet in the large Multi-Purpose Rooms on the 1st Floor. This program is designed for homeschoolers ages 6-18 & their families. Registration with a valid email is required. We value inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide accommodations for this event. Please contact us at least one week prior to the event to make a reasonable accommodation request. For any questions, please email Elizabeth.Greenwood@lib.de.us

2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Passport Services

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Dover Public Library

This Passport Acceptance Facility is a full-service facility offering photos and expedited mailings. Walk-ins are available with limited slots which are first come, first served. Appointments can be made at https://dover.lib.de.us/passport/. Please visit travel.state.gov for detailed passport information.

4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

DPL Chess Club

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Multi-Purpose Room A, Dover Public Library

Learn the basics, tactics, openings, and more at the Dover Public Library Chess Club. Offering a free, social space for matches and gameplay for all ages and skill levels, come meet other passionate chess players at DPL Chess Club. Children (12 and under) must be accompanied by an adult.

5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Tween Thursday: Dinosaur Fossilized in Amber Soap

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Children’s Program Room, Dover Public Library

Come out to Tween Thursday to make a dinosaur fossilized in amber soap! All materials will be provided by the library. This program is for tweens ages 8-12. Supplies are first come, first served. Registration is recommended but not required. We value inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide accommodations for this event. Please contact Carlee Hayden at Carlee.Hayden@lib.de.us or 302-760-4924 to make a reasonable accommodation request at least one week before the event.

5:00 PM to 7:45 PM

Writer's Editing Group

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Conference Room, Dover Public Library

Meet up with other adult writers serious about publishing their work. Please bring 6 copies of your work to share and for editing purposes.

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Walk-In Technology Assistance & Training

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Community Classroom, Dover Public Library

Walk-in assistance with digital devices and services. Bring your smartphone, tablet, iPad, Kindle, or laptop and get hands-on help! Essential Software Skills Personalized Assistance Workplace Technology AI – Understanding & Help Basic Computer Skills & Classes Social Media Help Navigate Internet, Avoid Scams Using Tech in Daily Life, Device Help Learning Express, Northstar Certification And Much More! More info at delawarelibraries.org/digital

10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Songs & Stories

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Multi-Purpose Room A, Dover Public Library

Songs & stories for all ages!

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Teen Outdoor Activity: Succulent Planting

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Side Lawn, Dover Public Library

Come to Dover Public Library and practice your green thumb with planted succulents you can make and take home! Materials will be supplied by the Library and you may bring your own pots if you wish. This activity is for patrons 12 to 18 years old.

10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Pokémon Club

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Teen Loft, Dover Public Library

Calling all Pokémon trainers! Join our Pokémon Club to learn & play the card game, hang out with other fans, and enjoy themed crafts & activities! This event is for all ages and does not require registration or prior experience! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

10:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Passport Services by Appointment Only

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Dover Public Library

This Passport Acceptance Facility is a full-service facility offering photos and expedited mailings. Please visit https://dover.lib.de.us/passport/ or travel.state.gov for more information.

1:00 PM to 4:45 PM

Delaware Anime Society

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Multi-Purpose Room B, Dover Public Library

The Dover Chapter of the Delaware Anime Society will be meeting on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Dover Public Library. Fans of anime, manga, cosplay, gaming, and pop culture ages 13 and up are invited to join this group for free!

2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Unearth the American Spirit of Service

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Multi-Purpose Room A, Dover Public Library

This event includes excerpts from the Ken Burn's documentary The American Revolution. It will include a thoughtful discussion around the civic engagement instrumental in the winning of the Revolutionary War. Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Super Saturday!

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Children’s Program Room, Dover Public Library

Join us at 2pm in the Children's Program Room for a fun craft or other activity for school-aged kids!

1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Passport Services

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Dover Public Library

This Passport Acceptance Facility is a full-service facility offering photos and expedited mailings. Walk-ins are recommended with limited slots which are first come, first served. Please visit https://dover.lib.de.us/passport/ or travel.state.gov for more information.

1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Build It!

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Children’s Program Room, Dover Public Library

YOUR imagination OUR really cool building stuff = FUN!

2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Adult Book Club: "The Woman in Cabin 10," by Ruth Ware

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Multi-Purpose Room A, Dover Public Library

Lo Blacklock, a journalist who writes for a travel magazine, has just been given the assignment of a lifetime: a week on a luxury cruise with only a handful of cabins. The sky is clear, the waters calm, and the veneered, select guests jovial as the exclusive cruise ship, the Aurora, begins her voyage in the picturesque North Sea. At first, Lo s stay is nothing but pleasant: the cabins are plush, the dinner parties are sparkling, and the guests are elegant. But as the week wears on, frigid winds whip the deck, gray skies fall, and Lo witnesses what she can only describe as a dark and terrifying nightmare: a woman being thrown overboard. The problem? All passengers remain accounted for and so, the ship sails on as if nothing has happened, despite Lo's desperate attempts to convey that something (or someone) has gone terribly, terribly wrong. Books will be available at the Circulation Desk from June 1-July 11.

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Walk-In Technology Assistance & Training

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Community Classroom, Dover Public Library

Walk-in assistance with digital devices and services. Bring your smartphone, tablet, iPad, Kindle, or laptop and get hands-on help! Essential Software Skills Personalized Assistance Workplace Technology AI – Understanding & Help Basic Computer Skills & Classes Social Media Help Navigate Internet, Avoid Scams Using Tech in Daily Life, Device Help Learning Express, Northstar Certification And Much More! More info at delawarelibraries.org/digital

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

BCCS - HIV Testing Table

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Lobby, Dover Public Library

Brandywine Counseling and Community Services will be at the library providing testing and education.

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Summer Movies: "National Treasure"

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Multi-Purpose Room A, Multi-Purpose Room B, Dover Public Library

Obsessed since childhood with finding the legendary Knights Templar treasure, Benjamin Franklin Gates tries to decipher ancient riddles that will lead him to it. Now, in a race against time, Gates discovers he must steal the Declaration of Independence to prevent this landmark document -- and a key clue to the mysterious treasure -- from falling into the hands of a ruthless enemy. Rated PG; 2h 11m

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Walk-In Technology Assistance & Training

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Dover Public Library

Walk-in assistance with digital devices and services. Bring your smartphone, tablet, iPad, Kindle, or laptop and get hands-on help! Essential Software Skills Personalized Assistance Workplace Technology AI – Understanding & Help Basic Computer Skills & Classes Social Media Help Navigate Internet, Avoid Scams Using Tech in Daily Life, Device Help Learning Express, Northstar Certification And Much More! More info at delawarelibraries.org/digital

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Teleservices Specialist: Employment, Health, and Social Support

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Community Classroom, Dover Public Library

A teleservices specialist is available, 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 assistance with: Employment guidance and training Resume support Assistance with Delaware ASSIST applications (Medicaid, and SNAP benefits) Housing and food resources Computer assistance Financial coaching with StandByMe Learning about other DHSS agencies Referrals to partner organizations, and more! Additionally, our specialist offers a secure and confidential private appointment space for virtual appointments, including telehealth sessions, job interviews, legal consultations, and more. 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!

11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Terrific Tuesdays at the Library

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Multi-Purpose Room A, Multi-Purpose Room B, Dover Public Library

Join us at the Dover Public Library every Tuesday this summer for a terrific presentation! This week, We Kids Rock presents their music participation program! One teacher plays guitar and leads as we sing, clap, shake egg shakers and most of all, HAVE FUN!! A great introduction to music for little “rockers” everywhere.

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Group Embroidery

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Teen Loft, Dover Public Library

Advance your embroidery skills at Dover Public Library! Come in from the hot sun and come together in the Teen Loft to learn the soothing art of embroidery amongst your friends and community Fabric and thread will be supplied by library. Embroidery hoops and needles need to be returned at end of lesson. This is an activity for all ages 8 and above. If there are any questions and concerns, please contact Library Assistant Morgan Gauthier-Walker @ morgan.gauthier-walker@lib.de.us

1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Knit, Crochet & More

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Conference Room, Dover Public Library

Come join us in the conference room with any of your unfinished craft projects! Good projects to work on during this time include: Knitting Crochet Cross stitch Painting Any other project that you can fit around a table!

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Youth Ukulele Lessons

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Children’s Program Room, Dover Public Library

Join us on Tuesday afternoons from June 30th - August 18th for beginner ukulele lessons taught by Miss Jackie! Soprano ukuleles will be provided. This class is for ages 10-18 and requires registration with a valid email. This series builds upon itself, so participants should plan to come to all 8 sessions.

2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Passport Services

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Dover Public Library

This Passport Acceptance Facility is a full-service facility offering photos and expedited mailings. Walk-ins are available with limited slots which are first come, first served. Appointments can be made at https://dover.lib.de.us/passport/. Please visit travel.state.gov for detailed passport information.