DCDL is excited to announce a new resource! LOTE4Kids is a digital library of children’s audio-picture books that supports language learning and cultural connection. Enjoy easy and convenient access to more than 10,000 titles in 100+ world languages.

Follow in the footsteps of American Icon Johnny Appleseed – aka John Chapman – with New York Times bestselling author Isaac Fitzgerald on Thursday, September 17, thanks to our Friends of the Library.

Through the end of September, there will be construction activity at all library branches as crews complete grounds maintenance, sidewalk concrete repairs, and seal coating and asphalt work in our parking lots.

The Friends of the Library are excited to host a local author night at 80 East Bourbon & Cocktail Bar, featuring Harry Trombitas and Robin Yocum!

Knowledge will take root and grow this fall through a catalog of classes offered by Ohio Wesleyan’s Lifelong Learning Institute. The fall term begins the week of October 5. Registration for the Fall 2026 term begins on September 1 at 9 a.m. and runs through September 25 at 5 p.m.

On September 15, 2026, we celebrated National Voter Registration Day with a cross-country effort to register voters ahead of this year’s presidential election.

Get up to $3.00 in free printing each day simply by using your library card! Another reason why your Delaware County District Library card is the most valuable card in your wallet.

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.

The Delaware County District Library is celebrating the semiquincentennial anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Visit our America 250 page to find events, booklists, and helpful links to American History.

Early and absentee voting for the November 3 general election begins October 6. 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!

DCDL, through a partnership with Cornerstone of Hope, will begin lending Children’s Grief Kits at all library locations this week to help young children between the ages of 0 and 8 explore and express their feelings about grief.

The Delaware County District Library is always looking for talented, passionate professionals who are customer-focused and enjoy helping others. Our mission is to “open doors to imagination, knowledge, connection, and discovery” for our patrons and their families. Join a team making a positive impact in Delaware County.

The Delaware County District Library (DCDL) is partnering with Delaware Source to give library cardholders free, unlimited access to independent local news at all DCDL locations.

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.

Life can be uncertain, and situations can change unexpectedly, but DCDL wants you to know that you are not alone. We’ve compiled lists of Delaware County community resources to support you, your family, or someone you know.

The Fans for Friends program has concluded for 2026. Stay tuned for details for 2027 and how you can help a family in need.

On Sunday, March 1, the Delaware County District Library’s (DCDL) extended hours project will culminate with the Maker Studios expanding their schedules to match the rest of the library system.

Read with the Horses is a free, monthly reading program offered by Stockhands Horses Healing. It provides a peaceful, non-judgmental environment where readers of all ages and abilities can enjoy reading aloud to horses. These events take place every second Saturday of the month.

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!

Planning for college starts with understanding your financial aid options. Get FREE live help from our partners at Brainfuse with your FAFSA application and get one step closer to paying for college.

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.

But not our digital library! When buildings are closed you can still take advantage of our always open, always available, digital library.

Bad actors are always on the lookout for new ways to part you from your money. DCDL will never call, email, or text asking for your personal information, and we have resources to help you learn how to spot email, online, and phone scams and avoid getting ripped off.

Expand your STEAM education with books, videos, and music designed to spark curiosity and support STEAM learning in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics through this STEM/STEAM-focused collection.

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.

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.

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.

Ohio libraries share more than 6 million items with each other, thanks to a system that connects 86 college libraries (known as OhioLINK) and 45 public libraries (known as SearchOhio). A major upgrade, resulting in downtime, began in 2025 and is ongoing.

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.

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.

The Delaware County District Library officially extended its operating hours on Monday, September 15, 2025.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Join us on Monday, July 14 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.

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!

The 81st Little Brown Jug takes place Thursday, September 24, 2026. If you’re not headed to the races, stop by our library branches—we’re open regular hours!

Thank you for supporting our Delaware County District Library! We’re excited to share the news that the 2025 DCDL levy has officially passed!

The Delaware County District Library invites qualified consulting firms to submit proposals for the development of a comprehensive Facilities Master Plan. This plan will provide a roadmap for facility improvements, expansions, and potential new developments over the next 10–15 years.

Since launching in 2013, Supplies for Scholars has served more than 18,000 Delaware County students ranging from Pre-K through 12th grade. All families with students are welcome; there is no income requirement or verification. Registration is open NOW!

The School Shoes program is one of PIN’s signature annual programs, supporting children ages 4-18 attending school in Delaware County. In 2024, 650 local students received $40 vouchers to help supply them with shoes for the school year.

As Delaware County grows and changes, we’re developing a master plan to guide improvements to our library buildings. Your input takes 5-10 minutes and will directly inform how we invest in library facilities to serve our community for years 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.

Join us on Kanopy this May for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage films, offering powerful glimpses into the rich cultures, histories, and lived experiences that define the diverse communities of Asia and the Pacific Islands.

Each May, Americans of all backgrounds join together for Jewish American Heritage Month in recognition of the indelible contributions American Jews have made, and continue to make, to our nation’s history, culture, and society.

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

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

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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? Delaware Library offers free live tutoring, writing workshops, and more through Brainfuse!

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!

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!

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.

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!

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!

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.

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!

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!

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?

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!

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.

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

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.

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!

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.

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

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 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.

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!

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

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!

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!

The holidays are almost here! Over the next couple weeks (December 21 through January 5), 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 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.

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.

The Delaware County District Library broke ground on November 18, 2020, 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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!”

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!

Delaware County District Library, in conjunction with 11 other Central Ohio Libraries, is excited to invite you to join us on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2024, for an evening with Rick Steves, popular public television host, travel writer, and America’s most respected authority on European travel.

Please plan to join the Friends of the Delaware County District Library as they welcome author Jane Hamilton to discuss her new book, The Phoebe Variations.

Please plan to join the Friends of the Delaware County District Library as they welcome author Lee Martin on Thursday, June 19 to discuss his new book, The Evening Shades.

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!”

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.

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!

Join us on July 8, 2023, 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!

The Friends of the Library are thrilled to host NYT best-selling author Joyce Maynard on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, for the release of her new novel How the Light Gets In during an enchanted evening at The Dempsey Event Center.

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 17 and 18, 2024.

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.

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 4, 2024 from 12-2pm.

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.

One of the goals of the Delaware County District Library’s vision for the future is to understand what library patrons want to see in terms of spaces and services. We need your comments and observations to help guide our plans for the future of our buildings.

Friends of the Delaware County District Library are hosting bestselling author William Kent Krueger on Wednesday, April 27, 2022; join us for an intimate 3-course lunch at Napa, and later for a presentation and book signing at The Barn at Stratford!