Whether you live in new york city or wyoming, weve put together a list of at least one book festival or author event in every state in the country. We put together our own city guide of some of the best spots weve been for bachelorette parties, plus where to stay and eat, and what to do while youre there. The center of population of delaware is in new castle county, in the town of townsend. Last year, we took you to the not so distant reaches of our solar system, and traveled with the astronauts of apollo 8 as they attempted to circle the. One book, one philadelphia was delighted to bring the city together around these works and featured book cold mountain, exploring the intersections of literature and music, history, and current events in an enlightening and extraordinary way. Historic preservation commission delaware city new. Unless otherwise stated trips will be on a firstcomer, first served basis.
Encouraging everyone in the city to read the same book during the month of april each year. The library is supported by the enthusiastic new castle library friends who plan fundraisers and an annual book sale. It is bordered to the south and west by maryland, north by pennsylvania, and east by new jersey and the atlantic ocean. Trap pond became one of delaware s first state parks in 1951.
Delaware library catalog library card delaware libraries app overdrive flipster hoopla ask a librarian. One city one book also one book one city, city reads, on the same page and other variations is a generic name for a community reading program that attempts to get everyone in a city to read and discuss the same book. The two towns are 10 miles apart and connected by the bikefriendly corridor of route 9. Dover days is easily the biggest parade in kent county, with delaware s governor serving as grand marshal. Delaware city townwide yard sale 04252020 fort delaware and the three forts ferry opens for the season 04252020 planning commission meeting 05042020. The bucolic beauty of central delaware is on full display at bombay hook national wildlife refuge. A new one book, one city program launches in rehoboth beach to. Delaware struggled for its place on the colonial map, but it was a colony destined for mighty deeds. Pockets of settlementthe italianamerican experience in delaware, by priscilla thompson. We aim to deliver bitesized pieces of infotainment about where you live.
T he ninth street book shop, the city s only general interest bookstore, will close jan. Things to do delaware attractions and activities visit. Dublin one city, one book is an awardwinning dublin city council initiative, led by dublin city libraries, which encourages everyone to read a book connected with the capital city during the month of april every year. Purchase tickets in advance online or at our ticket office in delaware city. Delawares poverty rate rises, countering national trends. May, there will be events and programming to complement the book. Northeast news delaware one of the citys oldest streets. David talbot is an author, journalist, media entrepreneur and now book publisher. The rehoboth beachdewey beach chamber of commerce is a great resource for visitors and local business owners.
Jan 16, 2017 whether you live in new york city or wyoming, weve put together a list of book events and author festivals in every state in the country. Discover events that match your passions, or create your own with online ticketing tools. Books set in delaware 48 books goodreads share book. Walk the cobblestone streets and enjoy the historic sites of this riverfront community. Ask a librarian delaware is operated by delaware library staff who can help you online, just as we do in person, from the convenience.
Each year students, scholars, and readers of all kinds will focus their attention on one single book. If this is your first time here, we would like to extend our warmest welcome and invite you to take a tour of what our community has to offer. He wanted the visitor to feel immersed in the landscape, escaping from the stresses of urban life. Overlooking the delaware river, historic new castle is the oldest continuously occupied town in the delaware valley. Rehoboth reads to promote community unity with a single book. Celebrating its 18th season, one book, one philadelphia is a signature program of the free library that promotes literacy, library usage, and civic dialogue by encouraging the entire greater philadelphia area to come together through reading and discussing a single. Eventbrite discover great events or create your own. The regional reading campaign one book, one community. One city one book programme launches in durban iol. The city of delaware offers a sophisticated, yet charming urban atmosphere, featuring independent shops, unique restaurants and a variety of entertainment options. One book programs encourage dialogue and foster lifelong learning and a strong community identity. This years book, pavement bookworm, was written by. When the time came to fight for independence of the thirteen colonies, delaware boldly answered the call.
One city one book program has served as the communitys signature literary event. When you feel like life has become too dull and monotonous, the best thing for you to do is to throw caution into the wind, pack your bags, and treat yourself and your loved ones to a nice little vacation. Website please join us for the separation day parade, as new castle hosts delawares 141st birthday. On wednesday the city announced its one book, one new york program, in which residents of all. Entertainment books in delaware entertainment coupon book. From january 22 to march 18, nearly 100 events and programs will center on tommy oranges awardwinning novel, there there. Stay informed with both delaware news as well as headlines and stories from around the world. Delaware city is a quaint riverfront community proud of its rich history and excited about the future. Get the best deals around delaware including eastern shore with 1,000s of 2for1 and up to 50% off coupons and discounts near you and nationwide. There are some pretty big dinosaurs at the delaware museum of national history, and at 143 acres edward h mccabe nature preserve is a pretty big place for kids to. Delaware sits in a desirable and strategic location at the mouth of the delaware river on the western shore of chesapeake bay. Appoquinimink public library libcal delaware libraries.
Since 2007, the thousand oaks librarys thousand oaks reads. Delaware top 10 attractions best places to visit in. Since 1986 the town planner calendar has been keeping families across america uptodate about events and other fun things to do right in their hometown. Book club groups in wilmington heres a look at some book club groups near wilmington. Delaware city, delaware original design and concept by the delaware gic. Book fairs, storytelling festivals and other literary events across the u.
Because delaware is the official state of incorporation for so many american companies, the united states bankruptcy court for the district of delaware, located in wilmington, is one of the busiest of the 94 federal bankruptcy courts located around the united states. Providing leadership and support to delaware s libraries. Main street, wyandotte, broadway and grand were the other four streets carved through the bluff from the levee at the same time, between 1855 and 1860, just after the citys initial chartering in 1850. Stay at home challenge for adults find out how you can win a kindle. Because of this action, delaware became the first state in the union, and is, therefore, accorded the first position in such national events. The beaches of southern delaware provide a place for slowing down the pace or revving up the fun. Delaware might be one of the countrys smaller states, but it still holds some pretty big fun filled places to go with kids. Fort miles historical association fort miles historical. The various cultures, beliefs and traditions of our neighbors and visitors are among the greatest. Reminiscence of a town that thought it would be a metropolis, delaware city, delaware, by william wingate, 1993, 47 pp. To obtain a visitors guide or for a list of accommodations, area attractions, dining establishments and more, please visit their website at or to speak to a representative, call 80044129. This program is a great starting place for the rest of our events. Wilmington delaware is not a three hour flight from d. Start your weekend at an event at the mansions and end with a hike at one of delawares state parks.
We use data, analytics, and a sense of humor to determine quality of life for places across the nation. Delaware including eastern shore coupons entertainment. Its residents, businesses and government are focused on caring for others, communicating openly, continually learning, and cultivating innovation. This years memorable read is the island of sea women by new york times bestselling author lisa see. Tatty is a novel that is connected to the city of dublin in so many ways its an honour to have it chosen as dublin one city one book for 2020. Then enjoy all the festivities in battery park, and throughout the city.
Jan 31, 2017 fifteen years after a failed attempt, new york city is getting all of its readers on the same page. Delaware is one of five states that do not have a single city with a population over 100,000 as of the 2010 census, the other four being west virginia, vermont, maine and wyoming. Save up to 50% at these businesses in delaware city. Delaware avenue was actually one of the first streets carved out of the rugged, steep bluffs on the south side of the river. One beach wheelchair is available at the locations listed below. Annual book events and author festivals in every state. Events, one book one community july 3, 2016 authorinresidence free community conversation with christina baker kline park city education foundation and park city high school are proud to present this years authorinresidence selection orphan train by christina baker kline. The 10 best things to do in delaware city 2020 with. The annual dover days festival, is one of delaware s largest and longestrunning free events, is entirely dedicated to promoting our states heritage and culture. You can find many of our one city, one book events in our circular or our full calendar. Delawares authentic history, friendly and eclectic community, and modern vitality cultivate a distinct visitor experience.
All events in city discover events happening in your city. Main street delaware city is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the revitalization of delaware city, delaware as. About one city one book san francisco public library. The book chronicles the lives and friendship between youngsook and mija, two girls living on the korean island of jeju. This company is founded in faith to combat the addiction epidemic. Dublin one city, one book is an awardwinning dublin city council initiative, led by dublin city libraries, which encourages everyone to read a book connected with the capital city.
Find groups in wilmington, delaware about book club and meet people in your local community who share your interests. Discover delaware this weekend at exciting events and festivals. The city also boasts a number of fine restaurants, music and ethnic festivals, art museums, cultural centers, and an extensive parks system. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in delaware city, delaware on tripadvisor. Even today, once inside delaware park, many users claim they do not sense the hustle and bustle of the surrounding city. We want all who work, live and visit to feel welcome and valued. Eventbrite brings people together through live experiences. Consumers enjoy doing more for less cost while supporting local businesses in the community.
Simply browse the listings of upcoming events, and get started now on your next weekend getaway. Click on the events link on any date below to see the event listing. New york has been rated as only the 27th priciest city in the world photograph. Numerous airports are named, the novel never does say exactly which airport is the narrators home city. Our region reads promotes the value of reading by recommending a compelling book that links the community in a common conversation. What a thrill and an honor to have birds by the shore, my book about the natural life in and around the delaware beaches, selected for lewes first ever one city one book program. Delaware s authentic history, friendly and eclectic community, and modern vitality cultivate a distinct visitor experience. The city of durban will play host to a reading festival. Learn about the history of the area and its inhabitants as we boat through the past. Aug 27, 2015 the largest city in delaware, wilmingtons robust population and businessfriendly climate have made it one of americas healthiest economic and financial centers. San francisco reads is an annual citywide literary event that encourages members of the san francisco community to read the same book. A state or city chooses a book and encourages everyone in that area to read.
Programs include musketry and cannon demonstration and the pea patch history tour. Historic new castle, delaware is located just 10 minutes south of downtown wilmington with easy access from i95 and i295. The jurisdiction of the city shall extend over all wharves, docks, piers, and other construction in the delaware river adjoining the limits of delaware city and for one hundred yards in the delaware river beyond such wharves, docks, piers, and other construction. Discover delaware this weekend at exciting events and. What a thrill and an honor to have birds by the shore, my book about the natural life in and around the delaware beaches, selected for lewes first ever onecityonebook program. Come out opening weekend and experience fort delaware for yourself. One book went to the elsmere library and one went to the library in bear. I love the city of lewes, coastal ecology, migratory birds, nature books, and nature art, and am so happy and proud to be part of an event that wraps them all. Ask a librarian delaware is operated by delaware library staff who can help you. Explore all events, activities and things to do in your city. The first of the original states to ratify the federal constitution, delaware occupies a small niche in the bostonwashington, d. Browse all available entertainment books in the state of delaware. Delaware has the perfect weekend event for everyone. Find information about state government, programs, and services.
Download one city one book brochure 20 20 pdf since 2007, the thousand oaks librarys thousand oaks reads. One city one book 2015 san francisco public library. With so many beautiful places to see in and outside of the country, you will surely be in. Delaware was one of only two states to see a rise in its poverty rate between 2016 and 2017, according to data released thursday in the u. All4 one 5kwalk in dover, dover international speedway, saturday, 21. History, mystery, legends, and lore okonowicz, ed on. Delaware city is a historic waterfront community that has rich history and great charm. Theres one chance downtown wilmington will keep its bookstore. Delaware park was the site of the 1901 panamerican exposition. The entertainment digital membership great deals are waiting for you in delaware including eastern shore and across the u.
Home city of new castle new castle county delaware. The fort miles historical association fmha, formed in 2003 and working in partnership with delaware state parks dsp, serves to restore the fort miles museum and historical area and assist with its. Start your weekend at an event at the mansions and end with a hike at one of delaware s state parks. Nov 10, 2015 small numbers of bedbugs have been seen in four delaware libraries. Celebrating its 18th season, one book, one philadelphia is a signature program of the free library that promotes literacy, library usage, and civic dialogue by encouraging the entire greater philadelphia area to come together through reading and discussing a single book. Entertainment is your one stop shop for money saving coupons. Delaware news delawareonline is the home page of the news journal with in depth and updated local news. Find information of nearby upcoming events happening in your city, discover parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, performance. Please check the lewes public library and lewes loves books websites for. He is the founder and former editor in chief of salon, and has been hailed as a pioneer of web publishing by the new york times.
Delaware including eastern shore entertainment coupon book. Delaware gazette, states first newspaper, begins publication. With so many things attracting your attention in delaware, youll not only need to figure out what to do but also what to come back and do next time. The community reading programme, initiated in 20, sees the city select one book each year to be read by ethekwini residents. Below the diamond are the words december 7, 1787, indicating the day on which delaware was the first state to ratify the united states constitution. One city one book 2015 dicussion guide pdf one city one book event guide pdf about the author. The 2020 entertainment coupon book is available now. T he ninth street book shop, the citys only general interest bookstore, will close jan.
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