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Library cards are useful for many reasons. They give community members access to endless amounts of books through a public library’s physical collection, online collections, and interlibrary collections. Library cards also open the door to all types of resources and educational materials. Whether someone is looking to build language skills or computer skills, the library is the place that holds all of the help needed to succeed. Here's how you can get a Delaware Library card today!

The Queen of Country herself, Dolly Parton, has set her sights on expanding her Imagination Library across Delaware.

The Delaware Library Association, with assistance from EveryLibrary, recently conducted a survey of all candidates running for seats in the Delaware General Assembly to gauge their support for school and public libraries.

We are thrilled to share the news from Gov. Carney today that the state is dedicating $40 million in ARPA funding to accelerate the construction of nine new or remodeled libraries across Delaware!

The Delaware Library Association has voted to endorse SB 195, a bill to create a new Media Literacy Standard in public schools.

Delaware Libraries have launched a new tool that specifically targets digital literacy. Northstar Digital Literacy is an online training tool that was launched in August 2021 and provides basic computer skills training and digital literacy tips. 

Delaware libraries offer a wide range of resources, tools, and training for entrepreneurs across the state. Many of the resources help small businesses remain competitive with larger companies who have their own librarians, sophisticated market datasets, and employ dedicated research staff. With a Delaware Library Card you can access many of the same resources as Fortune 500 companies!

In Delaware, only 52% of children read at grade level by third grade; that number drops to 37% in 17 low income zip codes, including Wilmington, Dover and Western/Central Sussex County.