March 1, 2025 – spring 2027 Newark Free Library, book return, and property closed.

Kirkwood, Bear, and Hockessin are the closest libraries to Newark.

Dear library patrons,

Thank you for the many years of support and patronage to our library over the past 50 years! The current building is closed due to a brand-new library building being built to enhance library services. We will have our grand opening in the spring of 2027 at this same location and look forward to seeing you back here again. Meanwhile, the staff at other library locations are looking forward to serving you. Kirkwood, Hockessin, and Bear will be extending their hours to help serve our Newark patrons and you will see many Newark Free Library staff there to greet you.  Thank you for your understanding and patience during construction.

Newark Free Library staff  

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If you are interested in donating to the building project, please contact the Friends of the Newark Free Library at Friends of the Newark Free Library - Campaign Donations

Or consider joining the Friends of the Newark Free Library (FNFL) at Friends of the Newark Free Library - Home

FNFL is a non-profit organization that provides volunteer and financial support to the Newark Free Library to enhance its ability to serve our community. 

FNFL accomplishments:

• Contributing over $5,000 annually for music and cultural programs, including high-quality performances that many people would otherwise not have the opportunity to attend.
• Securing grants for the Reading House in the Children’s Room and launching the Library of Things.
• During COVID, donating $10,000 for the purchase of e-books.
• Purchasing equipment and technology such as an educational computer for the Children’s Room; Zoom licensing and equipment used during the pandemic; and a video camera and editing software for staff to use to create promotional and instructional videos.
• Distributing 2,000 gently used children’s books to local childcare centers.
• Contributing funds for children’s and teen programs and summer reading incentives annually.