The Bridgeville Library and The Cornerstone Community are celebrating Black History Month with special emphasis on Phyllis Wheatley School alumni. On Saturday, February 4th from 1-4pm, and again on Wednesday, February 8th from 5-7pm, we will have former Phyllis Wheatley School alumni here for interviews. Wednesday, February 15th from 6-8pm, there will be a Black History Family Fun Night with crafts and refreshments. Saturday, February 25th from 2-6pm, we will have a Gala and Reception. The premiere of the alumni documentary will be viewed along with a reception to follow. All events are FREE and open to the public.

The Friends of the Bridgeville Library is sponsoring “Warm Winter Soups for the Soul” at the Union United Methodist Church on Wednesday, February 15th from 6-8 pm. The UUMC is located at 2 North Laws Street. This is a free and open event for the community. You can enjoy soups, breads and desserts. You can also join or renew your membership for the Friends of the Bridgeville Library at this event.

Enjoy songs, rhymes and stories about Love and Friendship with Ms. Hilary. Story Book Corner in February is Tuesdays @10am for ages 3-5 and Wednesdays @10am for birth-2. Saturday Story Book Corner is February 18th @ 10am. The Bridgeville Library and Cornerstone Community are celebrating Black History Month with special emphasis on Phyllis Wheatley School alumni. On Saturday, February 4th from 1-4pm, and again on Wednesday, February 8th from 5-7pm, we will have former Phyllis Wheatley School alumni here for interviews. Wednesday, February 15th from 6-8pm, there will be a Black History Family Fun Night with crafts and refreshments. Saturday, February 25th from 2-6pm, we will have a Gala and Reception.

February’s Family Fun Night will be BINGO for Books. It will be held on Thursday, February 16th from 6-8pm. Registration is required. Call 302-337-7401 ext.101 or signup online: delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/bridgeville

Join us for a culinary and literary adventure on Saturday, February 18th from 11am-1pm as we discuss our book selection “One by One” by Ruth Ware and enjoy a variety of French Cuisine. The book is available in a variety of formats through your local library. Use dlc.lib.de.us to place a hold or go through our media apps, Libby and Hoopla. Registration is required to attend the book discussion. Call 302-337-7401 ext.101 or signup online: delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/bridgeville. The Bridgeville Library and The Cornerstone Community are celebrating Black History Month with special emphasis on Phyllis Wheatley School alumni. Click on MORE INFO.

Join Ms. Hilary on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month for “Kick Back” time at the library. The next session is on Thursday, February 9th from 3:30-5:30pm. You can decorate a cup or a tile with paint or sharpies. All materials will be provided. Registration is required. Call 302-337-7401 ext.101 or signup online: delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/bridgeville. Small Town Gaming will host a Free Play Day on Saturday, February 11th from 10am until 1:45pm. Join us to play games, make friends and enjoy a free lunch. Teens (ages 15 and up) are invited to join us for "Your Bridge to the World" book discussion. See flyer for details.

The Bridgeville Library is partnering with AARP Tax Aide for FREE tax preparation for low and middle income brackets. IRS trained and certified volunteers will be available every Wednesday from February 1st through April 12th from 10am-2:00pm. Appointments are required.

Join us on Tuesday, March 28th at 2pm for an Author Talk and Book Signing on Mary Treat: A Biography. Novelist Barbara Kingsolver cast a fictionalized Mary Treat as a main character in her 2018 bestseller Unsheltered. Since then, many have sought to learn more about the 19th century naturalist. Biographer Deborah Boerner Ein tells the story of Mary Treat through the original files from the Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society.