Appoquinimink Community Library

🏢 New Castle County Library System · Middletown, Delaware

Appoquinimink Community Library

The Appoquinimink Community Library on Middletown's Main Street is the New Castle County Library System's hub for one of Delaware's fastest-growing communities, offering a full makerspace, a video and audio production studio, 24 public computers, and extended evening hours three nights a week.

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🕑 Library Hours

Monday 10am–9pm
Tuesday 10am–9pm
Wednesday 10am–9pm
Thursday Closed
Friday 10am–1pm
Saturday 10am–5pm
Sunday 1pm–5pm

Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.

📍 Location, Contact & Directions

Address: 204 East Main Street, Middletown, DE 19709

Phone: (302) 378-5588

Website: newcastlede.gov

Plus Code: 87F6F74J+6H (Middletown, DE)

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📖 About Appoquinimink Community Library

The Appoquinimink Community Library is part of the New Castle County Library System, serving the greater Middletown area of northern Delaware. It sits at 204 East Main Street, within easy reach of the rapidly expanding residential communities of Appoquinimink School District territory in southern New Castle County. The library is notable for its forward-looking amenities: a dedicated Maker Space for hands-on projects, a video studio, and an audio recording studio — facilities rarely found in smaller community libraries. Cardholders also gain full access to the Delaware Library Catalog (dlc.lib.de.us), the statewide shared catalog, along with Delaware's free digital lending platform offering eBooks, digital audiobooks, streaming films through Kanopy, and eMagazines via Flipster. Meeting and study room reservations are available for community groups and individuals.

⭐ What makes this library special

  • Full Maker Space plus a dedicated video studio and audio recording studio — exceptional creative resources for a community library
  • 24 public desktop computers plus free Wi-Fi throughout the branch
  • Extended evening hours Monday through Wednesday until 9pm
  • Sunday afternoon hours (1–5pm) for weekend access
  • Free access to the statewide Delaware Library Catalog and Delaware's digital lending platform (Libby, Kanopy, hoopla, Flipster)

📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card

Your free New Castle County Library card unlocks Delaware's statewide digital collections:

&📚 Libby / OverDriveBorrow eBooks and digital audiobooks free through the statewide Delaware collection.
&🎬 KanopyFree streaming films and documentaries — available to all Delaware library cardholders.
&📺 hooplaStream movies, music, comics, and audiobooks with no holds or waitlists.
&📰 Flipster eMagazinesBrowse hundreds of digital magazine titles free with your Delaware library card.
&🔎 Delaware Library CatalogSearch the shared statewide catalog at dlc.lib.de.us to find and request materials from any Delaware public library.

📚 Services

  • Maker Space (hands-on equipment and tools)
  • Video production studio
  • Audio recording studio
  • 24 public desktop computers
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Meeting and study room reservations
  • Dedicated teen area
  • Interlibrary loan through the Delaware Library Catalog
  • Programs for toddlers, children, teens, adults, and seniors

🎸 Programs

  • Toddler and children's storytimes
  • Teen events and activities
  • Adult programs and skill-building workshops
  • Senior programming
  • Summer reading program
  • Makerspace workshops

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Maker Space at Appoquinimink Community Library, and how do I use it?

The Maker Space is a hands-on creative workspace at the library where you can use tools and equipment for making, crafting, and DIY projects. It is available to library cardholders. Check with the library at (302) 378-5588 or visit the New Castle County Library website for current equipment offerings and any required orientation sessions.

Does Appoquinimink Community Library have video and audio recording studios?

Yes. The library has a dedicated video studio and an audio recording studio — resources that are uncommon in community libraries. These are available for patron use. Contact the library directly at (302) 378-5588 for current scheduling and access procedures.

Why is the library closed on Thursdays?

The Appoquinimink Community Library's current schedule includes a Thursday closure, with Monday through Wednesday open until 9pm, Friday open 10am–1pm, Saturday 10am–5pm, and Sunday 1–5pm. If you need to confirm the most current schedule, call (302) 378-5588 or visit newcastlede.gov.

Can I borrow e-books and stream movies for free with my library card?

Yes. A free New Castle County library card gives you access to Libby (eBooks & audiobooks), Kanopy (streaming films), hoopla (movies, music, comics — no waitlists), and Flipster (digital magazines), all through the Delaware statewide digital platform at lib.de.us.

🔨 This library has a makerspace / 3D printing. See how library makerspaces and 3D printing work and find other libraries with a makerspace makerspaces by state.

📚 This library has study rooms. See how library study rooms work — booking, time limits and quiet vs group rooms — and find other libraries with study rooms libraries with study rooms by state.

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