Events in Kent County today

A monthly program at The Biggs Museum welcomes adults ages 55 and older to explore, learn, and connect in a friendly setting. Each edition features a fresh theme with exclusive programs and engaging activities that bring history, art, and science to life. Attendees can enjoy thoughtfully designed self-guided tours that share insights into exhibitions and collections, take part in hands-on experiences rooted in art, history, or culture, and relax during a social hour with refreshments and a cash bar. Senior discounts are available in the museum store. Admission is free.

The Delfire Club hosts an ongoing, beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons campaign tailored for participants ages 16 and under. New and returning players can step into a store-wide run of Waterdeep: Dragon Heist, choosing from a selection of ready-to-play characters. It features a flexible drop-in or drop-out format, making it easy to learn the basics of D&D, explore the city of Waterdeep, and take part at any experience level. Sessions are held every other Friday.

Settle in at G&R Campground for a special screening of the horror film Slaughter Beach, followed by a meet and greet with director Dan C. Davis and appearances by cast members Mark McCaffery and Jon McKoy. The evening flows from early entry for VIP and Collector’s Pass holders to general admission entry, a welcome and director introduction, the feature presentation, a Behind the Screams question and answer session with the director and cast, and then time for photos, autographs, and merchandise before the event wraps up. Ticket options include General Admission for $15 with access to the screening, VIP for $25 with early entry, time to meet the filmmakers and cast, and preferred seating, and a Collector’s Pass for $75 that includes early entry, meet and greet access, preferred seating, an official Slaughter Beach movie poster, a DVD, and an exclusive event T-shirt. Seating is first come, first served within each ticket level. The program takes place indoors. Food and beverages will be available for purchase, parking is free, costumes are welcome, and realistic weapons are not permitted. All ticket sales are final. Campsites and cabins are available for anyone who wants to turn the experience into an overnight Halloween getaway. A limited number of vendors that complement a horror movie event are invited to participate for a $40 fee, including those offering horror or Halloween merchandise, pop culture collectibles, handmade crafts and art, horror or gothic apparel and T-shirts, books, comics and other horror themed items, and jewelry or accessories. For availability and pricing, call 302-398-8108.

Interpreters from First State Heritage Park guide a lantern-lit walk around the Dover Green, sharing ghost stories, local hauntings and other tales of the supernatural. The experience lasts about an hour. Advance registration is required and capacity is limited. Online registration closes 24 hours before the program. After that, the contact number is 302-739-9194. If weather forces a cancellation, a new date may not be offered. The fee is $15 per person.

The library is accepting boxed donations of books and movies on DVD or Blu-ray, as long as items are in good condition. Donations are taken only during the first five days of each month from March through November 2026, and only during regular open hours. Please limit contributions to no more than 10 boxes per donor. Donations are not accepted in December, January, or February. Bring items in during open hours and do not place donations in the book drop, outside the building, or at the mobile unit. Copies of the full donation policy are available at the KCPL Circulation Desk. Thank you for your consideration and generosity.

Faith Fest 2026 offers an evening of family-focused fall fun with a chili cook-off, face painting, cornhole, an inflatable, opportunities for fall photos, and a cookie bake-off.

Wargame Wednesday is a dedicated night for tabletop warfare and tactical battles. Play BattleTech, One Page Rules, Warmachine, or another tabletop wargame, meet opponents, and explore new systems. Players of all experience levels are welcome, and new games may be added based on community interest.

Enjoy a free-to-play game of Music Bingo featuring nostalgic themes such as decades, Motown, classic rock, and love songs. With more than 120 rotating rounds, the game offers fresh selections each week and plenty of chances to sing along, tap to the beat, and enjoy food, friends, and friendly competition.