Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

October 2024

• Friday, Oct 4, 5-8pm: Wilmington Art Loop featuring lamps and shadow boxes by artist Pat Kawka and an author signing by Danielle Battaglia for her humorous new memoir about rowing on the Christina River.

• Saturday, Oct 5, 4:30-6pm: Join Huxley & Hiro for a spooky evening at Rockwood Park as we explore Delaware’s haunted history with local author Josh Hitchens! Dive into the chilling stories of Haunted Delaware and Eerie Delaware with Josh Hitchens as he shares mysterious happenings from across the state. The author will discuss his works, have signed copies available for purchase, and delve into Delaware’s spooky past—fun for all ages, so bring the kids and get into the Halloween spirit while learning about local lore. Then, at 6:00 p.m., continue the fright-filled fun with Rockwood’s Haunted Trails walk! It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season. Don’t miss out!

• Sunday, Oct 6, 2-4pm: Monthly Silent Book Club - bring your own book and enjoy an afternoon catching up on reading!

• Thursday, Oct 10, 6.30pm: Author talk "Triumph of the Yuppies" by Tom McGrath.

• Sunday, Oct 13, 2-4pm: Delaware Queer Social hosts BYOCrafts - everyone is welcome, bring along crafts and work on whatever you like!

• Wednesday, Oct 16, 6.30pm: Huxley & Hiro Literary Society reads "The Wind Knows My Name" by Isabelle Allende.

• Thursday, Oct 17, 6-8:30pm: Welcome Back Happy Hour for the LGBTQ+ Section of the Delaware State Bar Association.

• Thursday, Oct 17, 7-8.30pm: Dr Barnard on The Power Foods Revolution book tour. Hosted at First Unitarian Church, 730 Halstead Road, Wilmington, DE. Purchase the book from us online or in store!

• Wednesday Oct 23, 5-8pm: Don't miss out on the biggest literary event of the year in Delaware: Huxley & Hiro's DELAWARE AUTHOR FAIR!! Meet 45+ authors in the Olympia Room at the Queen.

• Thursday, Oct 24th, 7-9pm: Huxley & Hiro presents "Scary Stories in a Bookstore". Join Delaware's most celebrated story tellers for this free event where local authors' playwrights, and story tellers will be taking the stage to tell their best scary stories. We'll turn off the shop lights and the only illumination will come from the eerie handmade lamps of Pat Pat Kawka. Bring your own Halloween candy to munch on or feast on ours, donation bar on site.

• Friday Oct 25, 5-7pm: Fundraiser for women's reproductive rights with an Author Talk by Renee Bracey Sherman for the release of her new book "Liberating Abortion". Order now online through Huxley & Hiro's page on Bookshop.org. 

• Saturday, Oct 26, all day: Huxley & Hiro 1-year anniversary! (Open 8am - 9pm)

  • Free choice of galley (advance copy of a book) with every purchase, while supplies last

  • Special swag available!

  • Free snacks and drinks

  • Tarot Readings from 11am to 2pm

  • Don't Tell Comedy - Stand up Comedy Show from 8-10pm

• Sunday, Oct 27, all day: Huxley & Hiro 1-year anniversary! (Open 8am - 8pm)

  • Author Richard Chizmar will read from his latest novel at 12pm, followed by a signing.

  • Tarot readings from 12:30 to 2pm

  • Special swag available!

  • Local roasters Dueling Rabbits pop-up event featuring themed hot coffee for your Halloween reads from 10am-2pm.

  • Free choice of galley (advance copy of a book) with every purchase, while supplies last

• Tuesday October 29, 6-8pm: Join us at THE OLYMPIA ROOM at THE QUEEN (for an evening of folk music and literature with author Dan Gutstein, who will be talking about his new book "Poor Gal: The Cultural History of Little Liza Jane" about American folk music. Bonus appearances from our 4W5 Bluegrass/Folk jam musicians, and alcoholic beverages for sale!

November 2024

• Friday, Nov 1, 5-8pm: Join us at Huxley & Hiro for a powerful evening combining art, music, activism, and critical discussion. Analog bird will present *Project Return*, a deeply moving portrait series of returned citizens from Wilmington, serving as the visual backdrop for an in-depth conversation on homicide, structural violence, and activism in the city. Authors of *Murdertown USA*, Yasser Payne, Ph.D. & Darryl Chambers, will explore the root causes and far-reaching impacts of violence, while Tanya N. Whittle, Ph.D., Director of Policy for the Delaware Center for Justice (DCJ) and adjunct professor at the University of Delaware, moderates the discussion. Don’t miss this unique event where art meets activism to foster dialogue and understanding. In residence will be Wilmington's own KYMA, founder/Executive Director of the nonprofit, Teach Zen Inc, will be adding to the vibe with her mantra music. Free to attend | Seating is limited | Registration encouraged.

This project is supported, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. The Division promotes Delaware arts events on www.DelawareScene.com.

• Saturday, Nov 2, 12-5pm: Visit Huxley & Hiro Pride Pop Up Market on the Green in Old New Castle.

• Saturday, Nov 2, 2pm: Huxley & Hiro, in partnership with the Delaware Historical Society, is excited to host a book talk featuring Dan Shortridge, author of Joe Biden’s Delaware. Click here for more information and to register.

• Sunday, Nov 3, 2-4pm: Monthly Silent Book Club - bring your own book and enjoy an afternoon catching up on reading!

• Saturday, Nov 9, 12pm: Author signing by Danielle Battaglia for her humorous new memoir about rowing on the Christina River.

• Sunday, Nov 10, 2-4pm: Delaware Queer Social hosts BYOCrafts - everyone is welcome, bring along crafts and work on whatever you like! 

• Wednesday, Nov 13, 6.30pm: Huxley & Hiro Literary Society reads "The Nineties" by Chuck Klosterman

• Thursday, Nov 14, 6.30-8pm: The Delaware Historical Society presents "Fierce Desires" with historian Rebecca Davis, who'll discuss her comprehensive account of sex and sexuality in America from our country's earliest history through the present. Support for this program provided by Delaware 250. Book available at Huxley & Hiro online or in store. (Release date Sept 3, 2024).

• Sunday, Nov 23, 10am-2pm: Local roasters Dueling Rabbits pop-up event featuring delicious hot coffee blends from around the world. 

December 2024

• Friday, Dec 6, 5-8pm: Wilmington Art Loop with 

• Sunday, Dec 8, 2pm: Historian Dave Tabler returns with a new talk: "Eggnog: A Spirited History of Delaware's Holiday Drinks" at Huxley & Hiro. Come enjoy a cup of free eggnog and learn fun facts about Delaware history!

• Wednesday, Dec 11, 6.30pm: Huxley & Hiro Literary Society reads "Seat 3A" by Delaware Author and Restaurateur Eric Sugrue.

• Sunday, Dec 15, 12-1pm: DIY Book Journaling: A Workshop with Lesley Williams. Tickets include a journal, one hour workshop, and set of stickers. 

• Wednesday, Dec 18, 6-8pm: Delaware author and restaurateur Eric Sugrue reads from his novel "Seat 3A", followed by Q&A and Signing.