Newark Free Library


List of Individual Managers and Library Contact Information

Contact Us 

750 Library Ave   

Newark, DE 19711

302-731-7550

Fax:302-731-4019

Sherri McCarthy, Interim Manager

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Our Buildings Are  Open 

Monday 10:00 am - 8:00pm   

Tuesday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm  

Wednesday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm 

Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm 

Saturday 10:00 am- 5:00 pm

Closed Thursday and Sunday

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Newark Free Library Facebook Page 

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Newark Free Library YouTube Channel 


Suggested Reading Lists
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1000 Books

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

New Castle County Libraries invite you to participate in this free program which encourages you to read 1,000 books with your child before he or she begins kindergarten. For more information, check out what New Castle County Libraries have to offer (PDF) or visit www.1000booksbeforekindergarten.org.

Kids ages 4 - 11!

The Newark Free Library presents PAGES, an annual literary and arts magazine, by kids and for kids. Children aged 4 – 12 contributed stories, poems, essays, jokes and hand-drawn art to be considered for PAGES.  Volume 5 was published in February 2020.  Congratulations to all of our contributors.


Click here  to enjoy the creative talent of our young writers and artist in the 2020 edition.


You can also view earlier volumes:

Volume 4, February 2019 

Volume 3, February 2018 

Volume 2, February 2017 



Ask a Librarian

Ask us, anytime!

Ask a Librarian Delaware is operated by Delaware library staff who can help you online, just as we do in person, from the convenience of your computer or cell phone.  You can ask us through email and text.  Please contact us and we will get back to you, whether it’s about your library account or item, or for research on a particular topic.  We hope to hear from you soon! We appreciate your service and use of our libraries, in person and online!  

The Newark Free Library offers an outstanding array of services to the community, including print and non-print materials; Internet computers and wireless access; and vibrant programs for all ages.

Live Programs At The Library

  1. Newark Free Library Closed

    Date: Thursday, September 30, 2021
    Time: All Day Event
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    Library: Newark Free Library

  2. Jitterbugs Music & Movement

    Date: Friday, October 1, 2021
    Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
    Location: Meeting Room 1, Meeting Room 2
    Library: Newark Free Library

    Stories and activities such as...

  3. Jitterbugs Music & Movement

    Date: Friday, October 1, 2021
    Time: 11:15am - 11:45am
    Location: Meeting Room 1, Meeting Room 2
    Library: Newark Free Library

    Stories and activities such as...

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