New Castle Public Library

Families can expect an engaging session filled with interactive songs, captivating stories, and lively movement activities. Little ones will get hands-on with dance scarves and egg shakers, fostering early literacy skills in a fun and welcoming library setting. Parents should anticipate a relaxed atmosphere where children are encouraged to learn through play.

Families will gather in the library's garden for a screening of the classic Halloween film Hocus Pocus, with popcorn, drinks, and candy available. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating and to dress in costumes, weather permitting. The event coincides with the New Castle Halloween Parade, allowing for easy transitions in and out.

Families will enjoy a festive Halloween afternoon at the New Castle Public Library, where children ages 4–11 can paint with glow-in-the-dark materials while a movie plays. Sweet treats will be served, and guests are invited to wear white clothing or costumes to enhance the glowing effect.

This play-based parenting group offers a relaxed and informal time for families to play, learn, and talk with early literacy specialists. Parents and caregivers can also meet and connect with other families in the New Castle community.

Kids ages 5-11 can dive into a world of creativity, building themed LEGO designs with provided bricks and guidance. Parents can expect a structured, hour-long activity where their children can engage in imaginative play and problem-solving alongside peers, without the need to bring any supplies from home.

Children ages 5–11 will gather to play mini games, engage with the official Pokemon Trading Card Game, trade cards, and participate in crafts. The session offers a structured yet social environment where kids can build strategic thinking, math, and reading skills through hands-on play. Registration is required — book ahead to secure a spot.

This program series is designed for younger learners, focusing on a different theme each week. Each session includes a discussion of a book and related activities. For this session, the theme is animal migration.

Families can create 3D autumn-themed artwork using glue, salt, and watercolors. Participants, including caregivers, will receive materials to make painted pumpkins, leaves, and other seasonal designs.

Families with children ages 2 to 5 will enjoy a 30-minute music class that introduces global music traditions through hands-on instrument play. The program emphasizes music theory and child development, fostering cultural awareness and community connection in a small-group setting.

Teens in grades 6 through 12 can participate in VolunTEEN to gain hands-on work experience, build leadership abilities, and earn service hours through structured volunteer activities at the New Castle Public Library. Participants will receive two volunteer hours for attending and are asked to bring any required documentation for signature.

Children will learn about the history of puppetry through short performances and then get hands-on experience with over 60 different puppets, trying various styles and specialty tricks. The workshop is led by television and film puppeteer Lee Zimmerman, who has worked on major shows and films and has taught puppetry at circus camps across North America.