Notice that the library will be closed November 11 for Veterans Day and asking patrons to return items to the outdoor book drop, shown with three saluting service-member silhouettes and red-and-blue patriotic corner accents.Two cartoon astronauts in helmets flank a book cover titled A CITY ON MARS by Kelly and Zach Weinersmith, posing the question of whether and how humans should settle Mars.Promotional banner for "Step Back in Time" historical fiction book club featuring a vintage line drawing of a woman reading, a sketched alarm clock, beige brush-stroke background, and event details: Nov. 10 at 2:00 PM.Flyer promoting "Card Making for Kids" workshop — Tuesday, November 10, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM; labeled "All ages" and "Free, all materials provided; please register" — photo shows two children focused on cutting and decorating paper cards.Promotional poster for a cooking event titled "Cooking by the Book," showing a woman shaping dough at a work surface, a pizza image and kitchen illustrations, with event details: Thursday, Nov. 12 @ 1 PM.Promotional banner for Sussex County Libraries inviting community feedback — large headline "Our Next Chapter Starts With You," subhead "Help shape what's next!", colorful book spine and open-book graphics, plus a QR code and link to submit feedback.

Featured:

November Adult Event Highlights

South Coastal Library has events for everyone! Book clubs Concerts History Lectures Financial Classes & more! Plus all of our events are FREE! No library card is needed, but it’s always better to have one. Unlock a world of possibility [...]

Read more...


  • Hours:
    Mon & Tues: 10:00am-6:00pm
    Wed & Thurs: 10:00am-7:00pm
    Fri: 10:00am- 5:00pm
    Sat: 10:00am- 3:00pm
    ~The library is closed on Wednesday, 11/11 in observance of Veterans Day~
    Get Directions


  • eNewsletter
    Subscribe to stay informed!

  •
    Author Talks Online
    Learn more & register!

  • Visit. Get. Download. Connect.


  • Support Us!

    Thousands of people turn to the library every day seeking a book, a job, access to the Internet, and more. Our libraries offer programs and services that educate, inform, and entertain Delawareans of all ages and interests. Learn more how you can Support South Coastal Library.

    • What's Happening

  • View our full calendar of events

    • Highlights

    • Checkout our new arrivals!

    South Coastal Public Library
    43 Kent Avenue
    Bethany Beach, DE 19930
    (302) 858-5518

    Copyright © 2026 • Delaware Division of Libraries • Sussex County Dept. of Libraries