On Thursday, October 10th, support the library by enjoying the rides at the Hometown Carnival Night from 4-9pm and purchase a pay-one-price bracelet for $25. This is the only event in Bridgeville on Thursday. The Apple Scrapple Festival will start on Friday with food, entertainment, and Little Miss Apple Scrapple Pageant. Friday’s carnival will be open from 4-10pm with a pay-one-price bracelet for $25 and tickets also available. On Saturday, the festival will continue with the addition of vendors throughout the town beginning at 9am. The carnival will be open at 10:30am and close at 10pm. You may purchase one ticket for $2, a family pack for $30 (20 tickets) or $40 (40 tickets). More information about the festival can be found at applescrapple.com.

Join us for vendors, raffles, food, door prizes and fun for the whole family! On Saturday, November 16th from 9am until 2pm, the library will be filled with crafts, gifts, decor, a kids zone, and a photo booth. The Crisp and Cozy Cafe will be serving breakfast sandwiches and pulled pork for purchase. Shop in the "Friends Attic" and purchase delicious baked goods and basket raffle tickets from the Friends of the Bridgeville Library. Our vendors include: Ashiragemz, Avon, Bree's Jewelry, Tupperware, PaperPie, Poosh Crafts, Color Street, Miller and Co., Harper Creatives, Kily Kreations, Pampered Chef, Tru Waters Art, Devine Creations, Jewelry Junkie, Iron Sun Designs, Lofty Creations, Edawd Boutique, My Honey's Bees, Kaleidoscope Designs, BSB Pillows and Quilts, Hook and Yarn Creations, Seaside Cottage Creations, The Simple Things in Delaware, Made from Scratch Baked Goods, Balcony Beads & Beach Glass, Homemade crafts, and more.

Bring your child to the library on the second and fourth Tuesday (October 8th and 22nd) of every month @11am to read to the L.E.A.P. dogs. The goal of the Literacy Education Assistance Pups is to improve the literacy skills of children and grow their enthusiasm for reading. Join Ms. Hilary for stories, songs, and rhymes about Autumn in October. Story Book Corner for all ages will be held at the Seaford Chick-Fil-A on the first Tuesday (October 1st) of every month @ 10am. On the other Tuesdays, it will be at the library at 10am and is geared for ages 3-5. On Wednesdays, there is a new time- it will be held at 9am and is geared for birth-2 year olds. Ms. Hilary would love to share with you!

Join us on Thursday, October 17th from 6-8pm with your family for our Perfect Pumpkin Party. There will be fun games and fall treats. Each child will receive a small pumpkin to decorate. Registration is required. Online: delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/bridgeville or call: 302-337-7401 ext. 101.

Join us on Wednesdays @ 9:30am through the months of September and October for Chair Fitness Class with Bree Rudy, ISSA Group Exercise Instructor. She will conduct a 50 minute class for adults only. Bring your own light weights, if desired. All levels of expertise are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy sneakers. Bring water and a smile! FREE and open to the public. ---The Book Discussion if FULL---Join us on Saturday, October 26th from 11am-1pm as we discuss the book selection “Chasing the Boogeyman” by Richard Chizmar and also enjoy a variety of Chesapeake-inspired cuisine. The book is available on Libby. Registration is required. ---Adult Craft Night is FULL--- Join us on Tuesday, October 1st from 6-8 pm for Adult Craft Night and make autumn-inspired wooden crafts! We will supply you with 2-tiered (tall and short) pieces of 2x4 wood to paint and decorate 2 of your own designs, such as a crow, pumpkin, or scarecrow. You can mix and match! Registration is required.

The Bridgeville Public Library will be CLOSED on Saturday, October 12th through Monday, October 14th. Please join us at the Apple Scrapple Festival!

Join PACE Your Life with a presentation "Successful Components of Aging: Understanding and Planning on Wednesday, October 30th at the Bridgeville Library at 11am. You will learn helpful tips that will increase your ability to age successfully in your home. You will also learn the levels of care and the cost of care for adults 55 and older. Coffee and Donuts will be provided. Registration is required. Please call 302-337-7401 ext. 101 or online: delawarelibraries.libcal.com/calendar/bridgeville

The Delaware Division of Public Health will be here with the Mobile Health Unit in the parking lot with available vaccines and health information on Thursday, October 24th from 10am-3pm. They will also be here on Thursday, November 14th and Thursday, December 5th.