October 2026 | Delavan Public Library Newsletter

We're Moving!
The library is officially moving! Here are some important dates to keep in mind as we get ready to move to the new building! 
Extended Checkout: September 14th - October 1st
Cannot place holds on Delavan material: September 21
Holds will no longer be delivered to DPL: September 21
Last day for collection browsing & picking up holds: October 3
The temporary library will be closed beginning Monday October 5th.
* Dates are subject to change. *
Grand Opening of Delavan Public Library on Saturday, November 14th.
Grand Opening! Saturday, November 14 10am - 4pm
at 404 E. Walworth Ave. (parking lot entrance on 5th St.)
Join us for a fun-filled day of exploring & celebrating the new library! Kicking it off with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10am with Mayor Ryan Schroeder, there will be food, drinks, community partners, raffles, crafts, and more. 
All operations will resume full service the following Monday.

While we are closed...
Whether you need some reading material, a new video game, or to fax some documents, please visit one of our neighboring libraries! Remember, your Delavan library card works at all Prairie Lakes libraries. 
 
If you need assistance on changing your Pickup Library for holds, please view this video.
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Barrett Memorial Library
 
65 W Geneva St, Williams Bay, WI 53191
 
(262) 245-2709
Darien Public Library
 
47 Park St, Darien, WI 53114
 
 
(262) 882-5155
Fontana Public Library
 
166 2nd Ave, Fontana, WI 53125
 
 
(262) 275-5107

Baby to Three, Come Wiggle With Me every Monday at Delavan City Hall.
Baby to Three, Come Wiggle with Me! Mondays @ 10:15am
We'll continue meeting during the move at Delavan City Hall
(123 S Second St)!
 
Along with storytime at City Hall, we will also have Creepy Crafties for pickup each Monday in October, while supplies last. 
 
On Thursday, October 15 October's Spice Club pick, Sazon de Sol, will also be available. 
Manhattan Short Film Discussion with Delavan Public Library & Staller Estate Winery.
Manhattan Film Discussion October 7 @ 4pm at Staller Estate Winery (W8896 County Rd A, Delavan) - Please register
Join Delavan Public Library for a fun-filled discussion of the 2026 MANHATTAN SHORT Films! Charcuterie and snacks will be provided. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.
Please plan to arrive around 3:30/3:45pm so you have time to get settled and purchase beverages if desired.
 
This is a discussion event with no showings at the program.
Register for Discussion
Audrey Hepburn portrayed by Leslie Goddard with Delavan Public Library.
Audrey Hepburn portrayed by Leslie Goddard October 24 @ 10:30am for refreshments, program begins at 11am at Town Bank Community Room (826 E Geneva St, suite E, Delavan)
It is 1989, and Audrey Hepburn has just returned to her home in Switzerland for an interview about her work as a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF. As she entertains her guests over cocktails, she shares stories about her childhood during World War II, her remarkable success in Hollywood in films such as Roman Holiday and Breakfast at Tiffany’s and her lifelong efforts to find real love and
overcome her own deep-seated fears.

All Book Clubs will take a break for the month of October while we move. Keep a look out for updates on November book clubs on social media or next month's Newsletter! 

Comics Plus new to Delavan Public Library.
New to DPL cardholders! COMICS PLUS - unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, manga, and picture books with no waits or limits!
Masterclass: The best instructors in the world for students of all skill levels.
Check out MasterClass, free with your library card! Sign up tody to start learning.
Kanopy: Steam smarter.
Stream smarter with Kanopy! Something for everyone from award winners to documentaries to kids shows & movies!

Find the Aram Public Library project blog updates.
Looking for library expansion updates? Find us at the library blog!

Events for ALL AGES
 
Check out our calendar for even more events this month, and coming up! 

Thank you for all of your support!
Capital Campaign, Phase III
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The Delavan Aram Public Library Foundation (DAPLF) continues to work diligently towards a Phase III goal of $500,000 in grants, pledges, and/or donations. Ā As with all projects, funding is still needed, especially for unique items like Makerspace tools or a Whisper Room (recording studio). Ā Are you interested in purchasing items on our Amazon wishlist? Or, perhaps you know someone who might be interested in donating funding towards overall construction?

Our space is special and our community makes it even more so. Donations of any size can be made here or scan the QR code below. Ā If you have a lead or a question, please reach out to our Director, Michelle Carter, mcarter@delavanlibrary.org.

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