UPDATE: LOCATION CHANGE
Due to impending inclement weather, Kent County Summer Arts in the Park featuring Judy Sings The Blues scheduled for Wednesday, June 22 at 6:30 p.m. will move INSIDE to the KENT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 497 S. Red Haven Lane, Dover.
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All County offices, including Kent County Public Library and the Kent County Mobile Library, are closed on Monday, July 4, 2022, to observe Independence Day.
Kent County Public Library's hours of operation are weekdays, 9 am-8 pm, and weekends 1 pm-5 pm. Public computers shut off 30 minutes prior to closing. WiFi is available 24/7; generally the WiFi signal is strong enough to use even in the library parking lot.
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2022 Summer Reading Program registration is underway! This summer the theme is "Oceans of Possibilities!" Incentives and programs for all ages!
Pick up an SRP packet at the Circulation Desk, or sign-up online at: https://kentcounty.beanstack.org/
Discover events and programs via our virtual calender of events -- and register for activities at the same time at http://www.tinyurl.com/KCPLcalendar
Pick up "20,000 Leagues Challenge," at the Circulation Desk and get moving to earn certificates, prizes and incentives!
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2022 Arts in the Park Performances
Wednesdays, June 1-August 10, 6:30 p.m.
Brecknock County Park
Pack a picnic basket, bring a blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy an evening of free, live entertainment!
In the event of inclement weather, programs will take place at Kent County Public Library (497 S Red Haven Lane). Please check Facebook (KCPLibrary) or call (302) 744-1919 after 4:00 p.m., on the day of the event to check venue status.
June 1 |
De Tierra Caliente |
Latin party music |
June 8 |
Best Kept Soul |
R&B/dance |
June 15 |
Jake's Rockin' Country Band |
Classic & new country |
June 22 |
Judy Sings the Blues |
Modern blues with a funky, soulful twist |
June 29 |
Philly Heart & Soul Band |
1970s tribute |
July 6 |
Trinidad & Tobago Baltimore Steel Orchestra |
Caribbean steel drums |
July 13 |
Reunion |
Classic rock & soul |
July 20 |
Country by Night |
Country & classic rock |
July 27 |
Joe Baione Quartet |
Modern instrumental jazz |
August 3 |
Mike Hines & The Look |
R&B/hip-hop/dance/pop |
August 10 |
The Funsters |
Classic rock & soul |
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Meeting Room Application -- Only library-sponsored programs/events are taking place in the building's meeting room at this time. The room is not available for meetings/events/programs by outside organizations/groups
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Kent County Public Library is thrilled to offer our users several online services: HelpNow, JobNow, and VetNow. These modules, developed by Brainfuse, feature real-time one-on-one live support. The Library also offersaccess to Mango Languages. All that is needed is a Kent County Mobile Library- or Kent County Public Library-issued library card barcode and Internet access.
- HelpNow is on demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning. Features include HomeworkHelp, Skills-Building, Personalized eLearning Tools, 24-Hour Writing Lab, Homework Send Question, Adult Learning Center, and Foreign Language Lab. All services offered in English are also available in Spanish.
- JobNow provides live online job coaching every day from 2-11 pm EST. Receive live job coaching, real-time interview practice, full-service resume lab, and 24/7 access to local job resources. Other features include resume assistance, skills-building, and Spanish-speaking support.
- VetNow connects users with an expert to learn more about eligible VA benefits and community resources. Interact with a live, real-time Veteran Navigator for job coaching, resume assistance, tutoring and testing support, career resources, skills-building and Spanish-speaking support.
- Mango Languages: Click on the tab in the left column of this page, and use your Kent County Library Card barcode number + PIN to get started learning a foreign language -- FREE!
Click on one of the icons in the left column to get started!
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Mobile Library ("Bookmobile") 2022 Spring/Summer Schedule
Tuesday |
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10:00 am-11:00 am |
Hartly Fire Hall |
11:30 am-12:30 pm |
Bylers (Route 8) |
2:00 pm- 3:00 pm |
Felton Fire Hall |
3:30 pm- 4:30 pm |
DAFB: Playground |
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Wednesday |
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10:30 am-11:30 am |
Modern Maturity Center |
12:00 pm- 1:00 pm |
Kent County Administration Bldg |
2:30 pm- 3:30 pm |
Spring Meadow (Smyrna) |
3:45 pm- 4:30 pm |
Cheswold Fire Hall |
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Thursday |
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9:30 am- 11:30 am |
Calvary Christian Academy |
1:00 pm- 1:45 pm |
DE Veterans Home/B&G Club |
2:15 pm- 3:00 pm |
Bowers Beach; Waterman's Park off Clifton Cubbage Road (Beach Parking) |
3:30 pm- 4:30 pm |
DAFB: Youth Center |
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Friday |
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12:00 pm- 1:00 pm |
Westminster Village |
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The Mobile Library Committee meets quarterly. Please direct suggestions for future stops, or outreach to events/activities/festivals/parades to kcpl@co.kent.de.us
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Please do not leave library materials or donations outside the library's doors or deposit donated materials in the bookdrop. Thank you for your cooperation! Donations must be in good condition and boxed. Please contact the library if you plan to make a large donation: (302) 744-1919. The library does not accept donations between November 25-January 1, annually. We appreciate your continued generosity.
Updates and announcements will be made on the Kent County webpage and on the Kent County Public Library’s Facebook page (KCPLibrary) – we ask that you check these sites frequently as events unfold. Individuals with questions may contact the Library at (302) 744-1919. Media inquiries please go the County’s Public Information Office at (302) 744-2304.