Effective July 1, 2009, Internet access will be blocked for those library patrons who have $5.00 or morein fines and fees on their accounts.Please see a library staff person now to check on the status of your account.
Libraries Closed July 4th Weekend
The New Castle County Libraries will be closed on Friday, July 3; Saturday, July 4; and Sunday, July 5 for the Independence Day holiday and our regular Sunday closings.
Please renew your items early to avoid confusion.
Thank you to our partners!
This year the New Castle County Libraries are partnering with several local area businesses to encourage kids of all ages to read. All children who read 6 or more hours during Summer Reading Club 2009, from June 1-August 15 will receive a multi-business discount card good at the following businesses:
AMF Price Lanes
Best Buy Christiana, Store #1480
Bowlerama
Delaware Art Museum
Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts
Delaware Historical Society
First State Lanes
Pleasant Hill Lanes
Wilmington Blue Rocks
The New Castle County Youth Services Librarians wish to thank these businesses for their generous support of libraries and reading!
This page features information to help you in your job search such as links to job websites, tips on resumes and cover letters, information about unemployment benefits and more. Also, for other community resources that may be helpful visit Bear Library's Community Resources page.
Medical Mondays
Every Monday night from 5 - 9 pm, the Consumer Health Librarian is available to answer your health-related questions.
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Thank you to our partners!
