It’s the Spring of STEAM at DCDL! STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math, and you’ll find lots of programs in the coming weeks celebrating these topics.

Think outside the box with the new Puzzmo Hoopla BingePass! Enjoy fresh games every day, featuring unique twists on classic favorites and exclusive new games — all included with your DCDL card.

Your Library will be on the ballot on May 6, 2025. Should our new 1 mill levy pass, our three primary focuses for improvement are convenient access, increased services, and facility upgrades.

This April, join DCDL and Kanopy in celebrating the rich and diverse cultural tapestry woven by the Arab American community by taking a cinematic journey that explores their history, traditions and contemporary experiences.

Spring is the perfect time to enjoy a StoryWalk®. New StoryWalk® books are ready for your family to enjoy at Orange, Ostrander, and Powell Branch Libraries.

Ready to read something new, but you’re not sure what? NoveList Plus — free with your library card — has you covered! Finding a new book is as simple as 1-2-3.

The multi-award-winning ABCmouse.com offers a comprehensive online curriculum for children ages 2 – 8, including reading and language arts, math, beginning science, social studies, art and music. You can access it from home or from your library FREE with your DCDL card!

DCDL is excited to partner with the Columbus Museum of Art to offer Culture Passes to our library cardholders! Join them this week for “Spring Art Breaks,” providing imaginative fun and endless creative possibilities.

Join us during First Friday in downtown Delaware for an interactive mystery adventure where sleuths of all ages can help solve a crime—the Little Brown Jug trophy has vanished from the Library!

With the new Liberty Maker Studio joining our Delaware studio location, you have more options than ever to bring your creative ideas to life! Join our team every Wednesday for Maker Studio classes that will turn you into an expert in no time.

Embark on a literary journey around the world without leaving your home with Hoopla’s collection of world language audiobooks! All are FREE with your library card!

Looking for something fun to do? Check out the new games in our collection! We’ve expanded to include more than 260 in all, all available to check out and play at home.

Video games are expensive; why not try it before you buy it? We have games for every major console, including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox.

Do you need help finding or printing your tax forms? Are you a senior who needs tax preparation assistance? The Delaware County District Library can help.

Are you navigating the college financial aid process? Our partners at BrainFuse are offering FREE live help with FAFSA applications.

Have you declared 2025 to be the year that you’re going to get all your ducks in a row? If so, you’ll love these helpful tips on how to keep your library account and reading life organized this year.

Join us online and in our buildings as we celebrate Women’s History Month! Dig into collections that showcase the resilience, achievements, and empowerment of extraordinary women.

March was originally designated as National Reading Month in honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday (March 2, 1904). All month long, we’re celebrating the importance of, and the joy that can be found in, READING!

March is National Development Disabilities Awareness Month! 2025’s theme, We’re Here All Year, emphasizes that community, accessibility, and opportunities for people with developmental disabilities should be recognized and championed every day.

Through the end of March, enjoy more than 100 eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, comics, and more from the Hoopla Bonus Borrows collection with no deductions from your monthly borrowing limit!!

On March 18th, A Place of Warmth invites all unsheltered community members to a special night where the warming center will open regardless of forecasted temperature. The following morning, guests are invited to stay for a community resource fair!

The Spring 2025 term of the Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI), designed especially for intellectually curious older adults, is scheduled from March 24 – May 2. Examine ideas, acquire knowledge and fuel your curiosity with Ohio Wesleyan University in collaboration with several Delaware-area organizations.

Join us on Monday, March 17 at 4 pm! The Next Chapter Book Club is an opportunity for teens and adults with disabilities to read, learn, make friends, and enjoy a fun gathering of their peers.

The Delaware County District Library mourns the loss of board member Bradley Allen. Mr. Allen was appointed to the Library Board of Trustees in August of 2020 and served on the Finance Committee.

Thank you, Delaware County! We’re so excited to share that we’ve just reached an incredible milestone: 100,000 DCDL cardholders! That means it’s no secret that your Library is the best bargain around.

On Wednesday, March 5, we welcome Rebe Huntman, memoirist, essayist, dancer, teacher, poet, and Delaware resident, to celebrate the release of her highly anticipated memoir “My Mother in Havana!”

You don’t have to live in New Orleans to celebrate! Tuesday, March 4 is Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday. If you’re ready to get your party started, be sure to check out our Mardi Gras Music collection on Hoopla Digital!

Immerse yourself in Black History with a variety of films, documentaries, books, and music all showcasing Black voices, culture, and history. February is Black History Month, but these stories are worth celebrating all year long.

Your Library is honoring Black History Month this February! Join with us as we recognize the achievements and history of generations of African Americans, who have helped to shape our community, state, and country.

Delaware County District Library, in conjunction with 11 other Central Ohio Libraries, is excited to invite you to join us on Thursday, February 20 for an evening with Rick Steves, popular public television host, travel writer, and America’s most respected authority on European travel.

In observance of Presidents Day, all DCDL locations will be closed on Monday, February 17. We invite you to explore our online branch today, which is open 24/7/365.

Head over to the Hoopla Digital Instagram page on February 6th at 7pm EST for a live Q&A with actor, comedian, and writer, Paul Reiser! Reiser will be discussing his new film, The Problem with People, as well as answering a few questions.

The annual Winter Reading Club at the Delaware County District Library runs December 1 through January 31. Keep the excitement for reading and lifelong learning going over the winter months.

Not sure what to read next? We have some ideas for you! Get your Personalized Picks now through January 31. The service won’t return until Summer Reading Club 2025 — so don’t wait!

Don’t throw away those strands of holiday string lights that no longer work — recycle them with us! Now through January 20, simply drop your unwanted string lights into the Recycle Right recycling bins located at all Delaware County District Library locations.

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all DCDL locations will be closed on Monday, January 20. The library will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, January 21.

All DCDL locations will close at 5 pm on December 31 for New Year’s Eve, and remain closed on Wednesday, January 1 for New Year’s Day. We will reopen with regular hours on Thursday, January 2.

Whether you’re looking for kid-friendly content to entertain the whole family, holiday-themed films to get into the seasonal spirit, or your favorite shows for some late-night wrapping, Kanopy has got you covered with their Home Viewing for the Holidays collection.

All DCDL locations will be closed on December 24 and 25 for Christmas. We will reopen with normal hours on Thursday, December 26. Happy holidays from our family to yours!

Hanukkah is December 25 – January 2. Ignite the spirit of the holiday with Hoopla’s enchanting kids’ collection, where stories and traditions come alive in delightful ways.

Save money, save time! Get the app for easy access to digital collections, your card and account, exclusive reading recommendations, and more. It’s your library at your fingertips!

Now available for DCDL cardholders to read online: The Wall Street Journal! The Wall Street Journal joins more than a hundred other local, national, and international news sources that our patrons can access online, free of charge.

Comic book aficionados, unite! Discover the most popular comics and manga on Hoopla Digital — always free with your DCDL card!

Did you meet Percival — or Percy, for short — at our Liberty Branch Grand Opening? He makes special appearances at storytimes and other events, and has his own newsletter especially for families with young children.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of classical music and jazz with the medici.tv BingePass on Hoopla! With one borrow, you can explore free unlimited operas, ballets, music documentaries, jazz performances, and classical music, including the world-renowned Berliner Philharmonic’s spectacular season finale!

The Delaware County District Library is currently seeking applicants for an Assistant Branch Manager at Delaware Main Library.

This once-monthly group is especially for men caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals.

If you play the guitar, bass, or ukulele — or if you’ve always wanted to — you need to check out Fret Zealot! It’s available now as a Binge Pass on hoopla, free with your DCDL card!

Tune into the mesmerizing evolution of Taylor Swift’s sound across all eras — now available on hoopla, and always free with your DCDL card!

Get ready to love Hoopla even more! Kids Mode now offers the option to require a PIN to lock and unlock Kids Mode, providing parents more control over what kids can search and download on the Hoopla app.

The partnership between the Central Ohio Symphony and DCDL provides FREE admission to students ages 18 and under. Join the Symphony for its annual Sounds of the Holiday Season concert on December 8!

Thanks to funding from the Friends of the DCDL, our Liberty Library Maker Studio is introducing two new pieces of equipment: an 8mm/Super8 film converter, and an Epson photo printer.

All locations of the Delaware County District Library will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025, due to the snow conditions in Delaware County and Central Ohio. We plan to reopen with normal hours on Tuesday, January 7.

Are you dreaming of a handmade holiday? You can have it with a little help from your library and Creativebug! Creativebug.com has more than 1,000 award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Watch, learn, and create for free with your Library card!

Due to the need for maintenance and repairs to the restrooms and the floor of the building, the Powell Branch Library at 460 South Liberty St. will temporarily close to the public from October 28 through December 2, 2024.

Delaware County District Library joins The Library of Congress, National Archives, Smithsonian Institution and all Americans in paying tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans.

What pairs well with Fall reading? Pumpkin spice lattes and cozy mysteries, of course! You’ll find all the warm autumn reads on Libby this month — coffee not included.

Are you a fan of film noir? Then you’ll love Kanopy’s Noirvember film collection! From Kansas City Confidential to Chinatown to The Midnighters, you’ll find everything from black and white classics to new neo-noir thrillers.

All Delaware County District Library locations will close at 5 pm on Wednesday, November 27, and remain closed on Thursday, November 28. We will reopen with normal operating hours on Friday, November 29. We wish you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving!

Westerville Public Library is joining our 17-member Central Ohio library consortium! To merge their collection with the CLC catalog, service will look a little bit different between November 15 – 18.

All DCDL branches will be closed on Monday, November 11, in honor of the service and sacrifice of U.S. military veterans. Please read on to learn more about those who have served, and about DCDL’s Delaware County Veterans History project.

Food is expensive! Visit Delaware Main Library on Wednesday, November 6 to get tips on how to stretch your dollar further at the grocery store with experts from OSU Extension Family and Consumer Sciences.

Early and absentee voting for the November 5 general election begins October 8. Whether you need to register to vote, confirm your registration, request an absentee ballot, read about the issues, or learn about local candidates, your Library is the place to do it!

Have an aspiring young writer? Join Friends of the DCDL and Steve Harpster, comic book author/illustrator and children’s educational presenter, as your kids write, illustrate, and publish their own books.

Prepare yourself for Kanopy’s Fright Fest, a chilling collection of films designed to thrill and terrify! Kanopy has everything you need for an epic at-home Fright Fest — and it’s included with your Library card.

Teens are invited to join Tri-C Ghost Hunters on Monday, October 21 to learn about paranormal phenomena and the history of local hauntings. See the equipment used to investigate claims and evidence collected from prior analysis!

The Friends of the Library, in partnership with Preservation Parks of Delaware County, are excited to host author, famed naturalist and Ohio birding legend Kenn Kaufman on October 17th and October 18th.

Bring in your cuttings, seedlings, and splits. Share your native plants with others and take a few new ones home in turn. Swaps are happening from September 28 through October 12!

Join us from September 15 – October 15 as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Hispanic Heritage Month honors the history, culture, food, music and accomplishments of the Hispanic community.

All library locations will be closed on Monday, October 14 for staff to attend training. Locations will reopen with regular hours beginning Tuesday, October 15.

Join us on October 5 to hear about the history of Mary Shelly’s Frankenstein, which launched the horror and science fiction genres and dominated popular culture for two centuries.

Applications for the People in Need 2024 “70th Anniversary” Holiday Clearing House are due by 3 pm Friday, October 4. The PIN Holiday Clearing House provides gifts, winter wear, and food to Delaware County seniors and families with children permanently residing in the home.

Did you know 9 out of 10 wildfires are caused by people? Smokey Bear does! Smokey Bear turns 80 this year. Celebrate Smokey’s 80th birthday by joining the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge.

Prepare to journey beyond the stars with Sci-Fi September! Explore tales of adventure, discovery, and futuristic wonders that will leave you yearning to dive into a new universe.

Banned Books Week is an annual event that highlights the value of free and open access to information. First launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of book challenges, it is endorsed by the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress.

On September 17, 2024, celebrate National Voter Registration Day with a cross-country effort to register voters ahead of this year’s presidential election.

Join us in remembering and honoring those who served. The Wall That Heals — a 3/4 scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC — is coming to Delaware County from September 12-15.

It’s time for Fans for Friends — the Delaware County EMA’s annual fan drive! Donating a new box fan can make a big difference for residents who need relief from the heat.

All locations of the Delaware County District Library will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observation of Labor Day. Don’t forget that our Digital Collections are open 24/7/365!

Take the stress out of back-to-school with our Student Learning Resources page! From new educational materials in our collection to free live online tutoring to contacting your friendly local librarian, you can find it all here.

Beginning August 1, DCDL will implement a budget cap on our Hoopla service. This means that once the library has spent its budgeted amount of money on Hoopla checkouts per day, no more checkouts will be allowed until the next day begins.

Since launching in 2013, Supplies for Scholars has served more than 16,000 Delaware County students ranging from Pre-K through 12th grade. All families with students are welcome; there is no income requirement or verification.

Established in recognition of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Disability Pride Month is celebrated each July to honor those living with disabilities. Disability pride has been described as “accepting and honoring each person’s uniqueness and seeing it as a natural and beautiful part of human diversity.”

Hello there, adventurers! Adventure begins at your Library, and at DCDL, we’re challenging readers of ALL ages to explore the fun of Summer Reading Club. Kids ages 0-12 are welcome to join our Kids Club, teens have their own Teen Club, and readers ages 18 and older can join the Adult Summer Reading Club.

All locations of the Delaware County District Library will be closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. We honor and mourn our military heroes who died while serving their country., and gratefully remember all of those who served, especially our own Delaware County Veterans.

The School Shoes program is one of PIN’s signature annual programs, supporting children ages 4-18 attending school in Delaware County. In 2023, more than 650 local students received $40 vouchers to help supply them with shoes for the school year.

Are you the king or queen of trivia? Prove it! Join us at the Library and test your knowledge of random information. A trophy will be given to the top team, along with bragging rights.

Teens ages 13-17 will join local artist and teacher Bryan Moss for an introduction to the basics of comics. Then, attendees will create their very own one-page comic. All supplies are provided.

The Friends of the Library are thrilled to host NYT best-selling author Joyce Maynard on Wednesday, July 10, for the release of her new novel How the Light Gets In during an enchanted evening at The Dempsey Event Center.

All DCDL locations will close at 5pm on Wednesday, July 3 and remain closed on Thursday, July 4 in observation of Independence Day. The Library will reopen with normal operating hours on Friday, July 5.

Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. The Library will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 to observe and celebrate Freedom Day.

You are cordially invited to join us on the 5th of June for high tea to discuss Lady Whisteldown herself. We will also partake in Bridgerton Bingo and observe a flower-arranging demonstration.

Join us for a month-long event at Delaware Main Library honoring those who have fought or are still fighting cancer. Add a friend or loved one to our list of honor, pick up cancer-coping and prevention tips, or send a card.

Help us kick off Summer Reading with a KidX event at Polaris Fashion Place on Wednesday, May 22 at 5 pm. Enjoy a storytime for the whole family with Mr. George the Librarian rocking out on stage, crafts, and a meet-and-greet with the Library’s mascot Percy Unicorn!

Know any students who are feeling stressed about finals, exams or essays? Your Library offers free live tutoring, writing workshops, and more through Brainfuse!

May the 4th be with you! Hoopla is celebrating Star Wars Day with a special collection of e-books for fans of all ages. Find comic books, early readers, chapter books, and more. Or, explore a galaxy far far away with even more Star Wars goodies at your Library!

Thank you to EVERYONE who completed our community survey — we are grateful for your feedback. And, we’re happy to announce the winners of our Kindle Paperwhite giveaway!

Join us on Tuesday, April 30 at 6 pm to learn common and healthy ways to practice meal prep and weekly menu planning with an educator from the Ohio State University’s local extension offices.

Do you want to know more about birds or bird watching, but don’t know where to start? Join us on Thursday, April 25 for an introduction to birding with Bill Heck, a local expert on bird conservation.

We’re counting down to April 8, 2024! A total eclipse hasn’t been seen in Ohio since 1806, and the next won’t occur until 2099. Count yourself lucky that you’ll be in the right place at the right time to experience this rare and spectacular natural event!

By recommendation of Delaware County Emergency Management Agency to ensure the safety of residents and visitors during the solar eclipse, all locations of the Delaware County District Library will be closed on Monday, April 8, 2024.

The Friends of the Library are excited to host author, podcaster, publisher and book influencer Zibby Owens for a fun Ice Cream Social Media event at the North Market in the Short North on Thursday, April 4th from 12pm-2pm.

We know you love our Maker Studios, and we’re excited to announce that we have more staff joining our Studio team! To train our new Maker Studio staff members, both studios will be closed to the public the week of March 18-22.

Delaware County District Library is currently working on a three-year strategic plan. We would love to hear your thoughts and opinions on how we’re doing, and what you’d like to see at your library in the future.

Great GeekFest is BACK on Saturday, March 9! We’re thrilled to invite you to join us for the Library’s 8th all-ages comic-con. This one-of-a-kind event will feature everything from vendors and artists to comics and cosplay.

Learn new recipes, experiment with different flavors, and highlight your culinary creations with our recipe swap! The dishes that were shared by our patrons are now available as recipe cards at Liberty, or to download here on the website!

Resolve to try something new in 2024! Creativebug.com has thousands of award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists — learn for free with your Library card!

Join fellow writers at Liberty Branch Library on Saturday, February 10 for a casual writing workshop emphasizing community, feedback, and most importantly, time to write. Recommended for ages 16+.

Great GeekFest is back for 2024, and better than ever! We’re taking applications now from artists, authors, and other purveyors of fine geeky goods.

Central Ohio Libraries are proud to present a conversation with bestselling author Ta-Nehisi Coates on Sunday, February 4 at 3 pm at Upper Arlington High School.

Delaware County District Library is currently working on a three-year strategic plan. We would love to hear your thoughts and ideas on how we’re doing, and how we can better serve you in the future. It’s YOUR library, and your opinion is important to us!

Wrap yourself in the warmth of holiday tales with Hoopla’s Christmas for Kids collection, a sleigh full of festive stories to make the season even merrier!

The holidays are almost here! Over the next couple weeks (Monday, December 18 through Monday, January 1), DCDL will be taking a break from Storytimes — but that doesn’t mean you have to miss Storytime fun. Come check out Storytime Anytime!

The Delaware County District Library is heartbroken to share the news that our former director and friend George Needham has passed away.

“Internet Deserts” exist — even in Delaware County! You can help eliminate the areas where there is little or no access to reliable and affordable internet service by simply taking a survey.

Tap into discovery! Read, listen, watch, and learn — Hoopla has so much to explore, all free with your DCDL card.

Join us at Ostrander Branch Library on Tuesday, November 7 from 5:30-7:30 pm to celebrate and learn about El Día de los Muertos, the Latin American Day of the Dead!

Hoopla is ready for Halloween with a special Zombie collection! Watch more than 100 zombie-themed movies and TV shows, all free to stream with your DCDL card.

Just in time for Halloween, we’re hosting a special effects artist who will lead three classes for tweens and teens 12 and older who are interested in learning makeup techniques for stage, film, and, of course, HALLOWEEN!

The Friends of the Library is excited to host a local authors night at Ill Mannered Brewing, featuring Amy Butcher, Lee Martin, and Thao Thai!

The Seed Swap has been so popular that we’re extending it an extra week, through Friday, October 13!

The 78th running of the Little Brown Jug will take place Thursday, September 21. If you’re not attending the race, you can still come see us at the Library — we’re open normal hours!

Have you done some summer cleaning and are ready to donate your books? Pull around to the back parking lot at the Delaware Main Library THIS SATURDAY and drop your donation off directly to the Friends!

Who says the kids get to have all the fun? Sign up now for The Mature Reader, our monthly email newsletter devoted to Library patrons ages 55+.

DCDL is honored to have been nominated for an AIA Ohio Design Award for our new Liberty Branch Library! Do you love your new Library? Take a moment to vote!

With extreme heat setting in the next couple days, be sure that you know where to find a cooling station if you need it. All of your Delaware County District Libraries serve as cooling stations — and you can grab a good summer read while enjoying the air conditioning!

It’s YOUR library, and your opinion is important to us! With the addition of our new Liberty Branch, we have five libraries to serve Delaware County. Do you visit our other branches to participate in programs and events?

Spring migration is in full swing — but you don’t have to wait for good weather for birding fun. Stop by Liberty Branch Library and discover dozens of birds hiding in the stacks on the second floor!

Do you have a graduating Senior? DCDL is here to make your life a little easier with personalized 4′ x 2′ banners honoring grads! Anytime this graduation season, your banner can be made for just $9.

We know that browsing full bookshelves at DCDL, while wonderful, can also be daunting. We have your solution: the American Library Association’s acclaimed publication Booklist Reader is now available to read online, free with your Library card!

Join us on July 8 for a visit with Jeff Zentner, author of bestselling young adult titles “The Serpent King” and “In the Wild Light,” as well as “Goodbye Days” and “Rayne & Delilah’s Midnite Matinee.” Tickets are free and available now!

Hear ye, hear ye: Medieval Faire returns to the realm! Mark your calendar now and plan to join us in Ostrander on Saturday, June 17 from 11 am – 3 pm.

Join the Friends of the Library at our beautiful new Liberty Branch Library for an unforgettable evening with Lisa See, author of beloved New York Times bestsellers Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, The Island of Sea Women, Shanghai Girls, and more.

All locations of the Delaware County District Library will be closed on Monday, May 29 in observation of Memorial Day. We join our fellow Americans in honoring those who gave their lives in service to our country.

The Delaware County District Library Board of Trustees has approved new operating hours and holiday closures for 2023. The new schedule takes effect Saturday, January 28, 2023.

On May 1, the OverDrive app will be discontinued. Now is the time to switch to Libby, our newer reading app. Libby is faster, easier, and more intuitive, and has the same goal of connecting you to your favorite books, audiobooks, and magazines, wherever you go!

We are so excited to welcome you to your new Liberty Branch Library! Please mark your calendar now and plan to join us for a ribbon cutting and grand opening on Sunday, March 26, from 1-4 pm.

Thanks for voting! We had more than a hundred votes in person and online for our new circulation dragon. And the winner is….

We are delighted to announce our 2022 author series! Next up, on Saturday, October 15: author and actress Felicia Day! Learn more about her visit and the other authors visiting DCDL this year.

If you’re a history buff or interested in the Delaware County area, this is the podcast for you! Join us each month and let the Delaware, Ohio History Portal take you back in time for an epic tour of our area and the events that have shaped your home town.

Join multiple award-winning novelist, screenwriter, and television writer Neal Shusterman for what promises to be an unforgettable evening! He will speak at Olentangy Liberty Middle School on February 8; reserve your free seat now!

This Saturday, February 4, DCDL is happy to be participating in the 12th annual Take Your Child to the Library Day. This international celebration encourages families everywhere to take their children to their local library.

Bright Star Touring Theatre, a national professional touring theatre company based in Asheville, NC, is visiting DCDL with their heralded production of Struggle for Freedom: The Life of Dr. King on Monday, January 16.

Are you an at-home learner with a love for creating art? Create an original piece of art inspired by this quarter’s theme, “My Favorite Artist Is…,” drop it off at the Orange Branch by Friday, December 30th, and see it on display in our display cases throughout the month of January!

Tommy Orange is the award-winning author of New York Times bestselling novel There There. He will speak at Orange Branch Library on November 12; reserve your free seat now!

Felicia Day is a New York Times bestselling author, actor, producer, writer, and streamer. She will speak at Willis Education Center on Saturday, October 15; reserve your free ticket now!

New Delaware County District Library Director Bryan Howard will be hosting open office hours at each Library location this October to become better acquainted with our community. Branch visits are open to the public and all are welcome to stop by.

All library locations will be closed on Monday, October 10 for staff to attend training. Locations will reopen with regular hours beginning Tuesday, October 11.

In 2008, Neil Patrick Harris, Nathan Fillion and Felicia Day starred in Joss Whedon’s internet-only mini-musical “Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog.” Now watch it on the big screen at the Strand Theatre on Tuesday, October 4!

Delaware Main Library’s front entrance and sidewalk is scheduled for repair beginning Monday, September 12. Although the main entrance will not be accessible, the Library will remain open.

Join us for a conversation with author Damon Mosley and the Delaware African American Heritage Council, followed by a meet and greet and book signing of Mosley’s new book, “Smile for We!”

The Delaware County District Library (DCDL) Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that Bryan Howard has been confirmed and has accepted to serve as director of the Library, replacing George Needham, who will be retiring on September 30.

The Delaware County District Library is proud to announce that the Ohio Library Council has named George Needham their 2022 Hall of Fame Librarian!

It’s time for the Delaware County EMA annual fan drive! Donating a new box fan can make a big difference for residents who need relief from the heat.

On Monday, August 8, Delaware Main Library’s parking lot will be filled and sealed, which will result in a lack of access to both the front and rear lots. However, the branch will remain open.

Gateway Film Center is excited to announce the return of their free summer movie series; this year, the series features movies based on your family’s favorite books to encourage a love of literacy and film from a young age.

The return of warmer weather and Summer Reading Club also marks the return of evening Storytime! We’ve scheduled lots of storytimes at each of our locations, and one is sure to be perfect for your family.

The Village Brass of the Central Ohio Symphony will take you on a musical journey through time. Bring chairs or blankets for a fun and casual outdoor evening concert at Ostrander Branch Library. If it rains, the show will still go on — inside!

Orange Branch Library is hosting a Community Blood Drive on Tuesday, June 28. Just one hour of your time can help save three lives! Blood donated helps patients at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

Push books with us. It’s the most fun! The Delaware County District Library will be holding open interviews on Thursday, June 23 for full and part-time positions at the new Liberty Branch Library.

Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. We’re marking this federal holiday with crafts and activities in all of our branches this month. Come learn more with us!

The Delaware County District Library has added some POW! to our digital collection with an upgraded Ohio Digital Library package of 2,800 comic books and graphic novels for our readers to choose from.

The DCDL Community & Family Outreach Services Department is making Smile Buttons for you to show off your beautiful smile, while still wearing a facial covering. Great for teachers, front line workers, caregivers, retail and restaurant industries, or any other needs you may have.

Sarah Vowell is a New York Times bestselling author, journalist, essayist, and actress. She will speak at Chappelear Drama Center on Friday, May 20; tickets are on sale now!

Beginning May 16, the entryway at the front of the Delaware Library will be repaired. Delaware Main Library will be closed May 16 – 21 during construction.

Come take in the talents of high school students throughout the county! The annual student art show is here for your enjoyment through this Saturday, May 14.

Much needed repairs to our Orange Branch Library parking lot are underway. Because the entire parking lot is involved, Orange Branch, including the drive-thru window, will be closed this week during construction.

Help us celebrate Poetry Month by contributing to our community Poet-Tree, on display at the Orange Branch Library through the month of April.

Friends of the Delaware County District Library are hosting bestselling author William Kent Krueger on Wednesday, April 27; join us for an intimate 3-course lunch at Napa, and later for a presentation and book signing at The Barn at Stratford!

Are you excited for the completion of our new Liberty Branch Library? So are we! Listen to Director George Needham detail the progress that has been made since the groundbreaking in November, 2020.

All DCDL cardholders can celebrate “Library Weekend at Huntington Park” April 15 – 17, 2022. During the weekend, receive a $2 discount on any game against the Syracuse Mets.

Can you write an “A-Mazing” story to guide young readers through the tall grasses and paths of Boardman Arts Park’s new A-Mazing Garden Maze to find Joey the Muffler Boy and his Dog at the center?

Mark your calendar NOW! Bestselling author Terri Libenson will visit the Delaware Main Library for a presentation, live drawing demo, and Q&A on Saturday, April 9.

Join us on Monday, March 14 from 6-8 pm as we celebrate Mindy McGinnis’ much-anticipated sequel to The Initial Insult with a book launch and signing with the author, hosted by Beanbag Books!

The Delaware County District Library joins more than 130 of Ohio’s public libraries to distribute at-home COVID-19 testing kits for free when you request them at any location via Curbside or Drive-Up Window service.

Are there movies out there you’re afraid you have missed? Do you want to check the AFI Top 100 Films list off your bucket list? Join the Orange Branch for an At Home Winter Film Festival as we work our way through all of the Top 100 Films, as voted by the American Film Institute.

Telling A People’s Story: African-American Children’s Illustrated Literature Exhibition includes 130 pieces of art from 33 artists and 95 books, and spans 50 years of creativity. The exhibition can be viewed at the Delaware Library from January 3-31, and Orange Branch Library from February 1-28. Read on for more details!

This Veterans Day, we gratefully remember all of those who served, especially our own Delaware County Veterans! We’re honoring our Veterans all month long and invite you to celebrate our heroes with us. Read on to learn more!

Coming to you LIVE from YouTube, the Library’s annual all-ages comic-con is back again this year with a full day of virtual programming – and a couple tricks up our sleeves, as well.

The Community & Family Outreach Services Department has introduced a Memory Care Collection to the Delaware County District Library catalog to help guide individuals experiencing memory loss, their caregivers and family members, and assisted living activity directors toward useful tools that can stimulate the mind.

The Delaware County District Library is participating in a September 11 educational exhibition that presents the history of 9/11, its origins, and its ongoing implications through the personal stories of those who witnessed and survived the attacks.

DCDL is proud to announce our participation in the National Disability Voter Registration Week (NDVRW) during the week of September 13-20, 2021.

Construction at the front entrance of the Delaware Main Library is scheduled for Sunday, November 7 through Sunday, November 14. We will remain OPEN during this time; please use the side entrance (near the flagpole) to enter the library. Keep reading to see what’s in store!

DCDL launched our new digital catalog on June 14. Type what you’re looking for into the search bar at the top of any page on delawarelibrary.org and discover what’s new.

Your DCDL now has lots of updates available to make life a little easier for you. Read on to see some of the changes we’ve already implemented, as well details on the changes to come.

Who do you know that is age 55 or over and has an artistic calling in their life? The Senior Showcase: Art After 55 juried art exhibit and competition is back again this fall.

This year’s virtual teen job fair will feature employers who hire teens ages 14+, tips and tricks for writing that resume and cover letter, the Dos and Don’ts of interviewing, and more all in a fun Bitmoji style! Not sure what that is? Click to check it out.

All of our Delaware County District Library locations are now once again open for patrons to browse materials on our shelves and access the public computers. Please stop by and visit us the next time you’re near one of our locations.

The Friends of the Library are bringing two best-selling historical fiction authors to you in one virtual author visit event on Thursday, April 29 at 7 PM.

The Delaware County District Library broke ground on November 18 on the newest facility to be added to the library system, the Liberty Branch Library. Located at 7468 Steitz Road in Powell, the building will be the fifth brick-and-mortar location for DCDL, with other buildings in Delaware, Ostrander, Orange Township, and downtown Powell.

What do the public health alert levels mean for you?

No matter how you celebrate Black History Month, we hope that you’ll take the opportunity to read, watch or listen to something new this month, with help from the librarians at DCDL.

On Monday, February 8, the Delaware County District Library announced plans to stagger reopening at all library locations between February 22 and March 2. Based on the reopening schedule, buildings will again be open to the public for walkthrough browsing and computer access.

Think you know a Delaware County kid who’s got talent? Let’s see it!

This year would be the five-year anniversary of the free comic-convention for all ages in Delaware County and we had big plans. Even though many of those plans have been put on hold this year, the planning team has still put together a fantastic week of virtual events for our comic-con attendees.