Route 9 Library & Innovation Center

Families can participate in hands-on craft activities inspired by Diwali, including creating decorations to display at home. The event also includes a demonstration of Bollywood dance steps led by the Community Bollywood Dance Group. Registration is required — book ahead to secure a spot.

Families will experience upbeat Bollywood music and learn simple dance moves in a lively, interactive session that celebrates Indian culture. Participants of all ages can join in the joyful movement and explore the rhythms and traditions of India together.

This beginner class focuses on using sewing machines in the Maker Lab. Participants will learn to create a simple coaster or mug rug. Two sewing machines are available, but attendees may also bring their own machine if it is in good working order.

Families can enjoy a festive Halloween event featuring decorated trunks, candy distribution, and interactions with New Castle County Public Safety personnel. The event is designed for children and families to celebrate the holiday in a safe, community setting.

Families can join a weekly chess club at the Route 9 Library & Innovation Center, where participants of all skill levels are welcome to play chess. The event offers access to provided boards and is designed for drop-in participation, with registration required to secure a spot.

Families with teens and older kids will find a supportive environment where experienced sewists, including a professional clothing engineer, offer help with complex pattern work and project challenges. Attendees work on personal projects like quilts, coats, and gowns, and can bring their own machines or use one of the six available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Families will enjoy a themed story time at the Route 9 Library & Innovation Center featuring a live mermaid performer. The session includes storytelling and likely interactive elements suitable for young children. Registration is required — book ahead to secure a spot.

Participants will learn the basics of quilling, an ornamental paper art form from Renaissance Europe, by rolling and shaping paper into snowflake designs. The workshop provides all materials, including a quilling tool and extra paper to take home, and attendees can create snowflakes to use as ornaments or greeting cards. Registration is required — book ahead to secure a spot.

Families will have the opportunity to read aloud to a therapy dog in a quiet, supportive setting designed to build confidence in young readers. The event is hosted by PAWS for People and takes place indoors at the Route 9 Library & Innovation Center.

Families will find a supportive group of experienced sewists gathering to work on personal projects with help from Jane, a professional clothing engineer and seamstress. Attendees often work on quilts, coats, and gowns, and can bring their own machines or use one of the six available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Families with children ages 1 to 5 will enjoy an interactive storytime featuring songs, movement, and playful participation. Children will listen to stories while taking part in simple games, gestures, and music. Registration is required — book ahead to secure a spot.

Families and individuals can gather to discuss anime and manga. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite series and engage in trivia related to their fandoms.

Families will enjoy a story time session followed by gentle yoga movements led by the Jitterbugs organization, designed to support early literacy through meditative play. Participants are encouraged to bring mats and towels for comfort during the yoga portion.

Children will design and build their own video game using block-based coding or JavaScript, then test it on a physical gaming device called the Meowbit. The session introduces foundational computer science concepts and offers hands-on experience with STEM skills.

Families will enjoy a nature-themed story time featuring books and interactive elements led by Delaware Sea Grant staff. The session is designed for young children and includes opportunities for gentle participation and sensory engagement.