Farming and its related agricultural industries have been a major force in the social, cultural, and economic history of Delaware. Today, agriculture remains the stateâs largest industry, generating over $1 billion in income from an array of crops, poultry, and livestock. On Saturday, August 2, at 10:30 a.m., Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Ed Kee, will [âŠ] The post The History …
The 2014 Summer Library Reading Program is Happening Now in Delaware!
Check out the 2014 Themes for the Summer Reading Program. Throughout the summer, libraries will be presenting a variety of fun and educational STEM programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). The post The 2014 Summer Library Reading Program is Happening Now in Delaware! appeared first on State of Delaware News.
Governorâs Weekly Message: Expanding Broadband Access to Strengthen Our Economy
Governor Markell highlights efforts to expand broadband access throughout Delaware and the positive impact it has on our overall economy. The post Governorâs Weekly Message: Expanding Broadband Access to Strengthen Our Economy appeared first on State of Delaware News.
Division of Libraries Signs Agreement to Integrate DAFB Library Collection to State Catalog
The integration of the DAFB Library collection to the Delaware Library Catalog is an initiative resulting from the transformation of DAFB library last March and will make the most popular collections, children’s books and educations materials available to all Delawareans. The post Division of Libraries Signs Agreement to Integrate DAFB Library Collection to State Catalog appeared first on State of …
D-Day Program at Delaware Public Archives to Commemorate 70th Anniversary
The D-Day invasion of Normandy is remembered as an American triumph and the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. On Saturday, June 7, 10:30 a.m. the Delaware Public Archives will commemorate the 70th anniversary of this pivotal day in American and World history with a special program at the Archives about the battle. This [âŠ] The post D-Day Program …
The âWooden World Revealedâ: The Archaeology and History of His Majestyâs Sloop of War DeBraak
The wars on land and sea during the late eighteenth century were an important part of Atlantic history, and unite the naval and maritime histories of many countries around the world. Consequently, a British warship named the DeBraak was escorting and protecting a convoy of British and American merchant ships en route to the United [âŠ] The post The âWooden …
Happy 80th Birthday, Delaware Library Association!
Dover, DE â The Delaware Library Association (DLA) is celebrating 80 years of supporting Delaware and Delaware libraries. DLA champions the role that libraries play as vital community anchors for literacy, education, connection, economic development, and lifelong learning. Christine Payne, DLA President and 2013 School Librarian of the Year stated, âThe Delaware Library Association is [âŠ] The post Happy 80th …
Delaware Public Archives to Feature âBehind the Scenesâ Tour
If you were born, married, or attended public school in Delaware, eventually the Delaware Public Archives (DPA) will receive the information that documents these important events. On Saturday, April 5, 10:30 a.m. the staff of the Archives will conduct a tour of this remarkable facility. This annual âbehind the scenesâ tour of the building, conducted [âŠ] The post Delaware Public …
How Do I Preserve My Documents, Photographs and Digital Memories?
Looking for a way to preserve those family photos and videos for future generations to see? On Saturday, March 15 at 10:30 a.m., the Delaware Public Archives will show how to preserve items such as old photographs, documents and digitized memories on CDs, DVDs, and flash drives. This workshop will provide you with the knowledge [âŠ] The post How Do …
Libraries WhiteSpace Pilot Goes Global
February 20, 2014 â Today the Gigabit Libraries Netowrk (GLN) announced the international expansion of its Libraries WhiteSpace Pilot. New pilot projects will be deployed over the next few months⊠Press Release Going Global release Final Final PDF The post Libraries WhiteSpace Pilot Goes Global appeared first on State of Delaware News.