Great staff - very helpful. Assistant librarian runs a weekly D&D session that is very popular. Our…read moregirls love the children's space. Excited about the new plans that kickoff in 2025.

I am very grateful for the existence of such a valuable third space in Newark, when so few exist…read morehere in town. In an increasingly hectic and digital world, the Newark Free Library provide a haven where people can feel welcomed, respected, and free to explore their interests and passions without judgment or discrimination from its staff. This place represents one of the few true accessible and inclusive spaces where folks can seek information, access educational resources, and connect with supportive networks. As bastions of inclusivity and diversity, libraries continue to serve as vital anchors in our communities, fostering understanding, empathy, and resilience among all who enter their doors. Support this library -- and all other local public libraries.

Cozy little small-town library!…read more Centrally located with plenty of parking and easily accessible, this little space has plenty going on. While the building might not hold a huge collection, the new book section is extensive and books on hold arrive fairly quickly from the Delaware Library network. I've taken a free craft class here and have send signage for plenty of kid & family friendly free events. The kids section looks large and there's rarely been a visit where I haven't seen some kind of family or kid event going on there so probably a great destination option. Librarians and staff are friendly and helpful and any checkout lines move very quickly. Pro tip: Sign up for their newsletter and you'll get a consistent reminder of all the events they have going!

This has been our home library for the past 6 years. It's such a gem. It's clean, well kept, and…read moreeveryone is super friendly. The children's library area is WONDERFUL. It's pretty big & has many computers as well as the "den" area where there's plenty of kids toys. They print off their schedules for the month so you know exactly when all of the youth events are happening. My family & I love coming to the Bear Library!

The University of Delaware, with its main campus in Newark, Delaware had its beginnings in 1743 and…read moreevolved into a public institution of higher learning; named Newark College (1765) and then Delaware College (1843). It was not until 1921 that it became University of Delaware. Honestly, I wouldn't care all that much, but for the fact that my son has decided to attend as a college freshman in September. Suddenly, it is very important to me. I've since learned that it is one of the oldest universities in the USA, and is ranked #127 of 1,647 colleges in America and #77 of 366 for engineering schools (my son plans to study aerospace engineering). True, it is also #35 /1,520 top party schools, and #36/672 top public universities. Ultimately, what he makes of it is up to him. I just hope the partying stat is not important to him (I'm dreaming). The most important part of its mission statement is: "...The University of Delaware promotes an environment in which all people are inspired to learn, and encourages intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, free inquiry and respect for the views and values of an increasingly diverse population." So, what is a Blue Hen, you ask. During the Revolutionary War, Congress commissioned the creation of a military battalion from the lower counties of Delaware. It was captained by John Caldwell, who among other things, was known for breeding fighting gamecocks. His chickens had bluish plumage and were ferocious. His regiment soon adopted the name "Blue Hen Chickens" to note their bravery in battle. The assignation stuck, and it became the mascot of the school in 1911 as the Fightin' Blue Hens in their honor. Brave chickens! Guess I'll have to get used to that oxymoron. Hope my son does their history proud.

I wish I could give them a zero, but I cannot, unfortunately. For a school that claims diversity is…read moretheir number one priority, lemme tell you, they don't. Ever since I started at this school, every time they hear an accent, they give you the nastiest look. They treat me with disgust and make me feel like they don't want to give me attention or help me. They act like I don't belong here. Even their police department plays favorites. They want money, no matter how financially draining the decisions they make are going to be for you. I have never suffered from mental illness, but I can tell you that ever since I started at this school, I have been nothing but depressed, worried about how I am gonna get the money to register for classes. I wanna drop out, but I am already way too in, and they used to give some grants, but they removed that as well. They just want money. They don't care who has to die in order for them to get their money. Worst place ever!! Professors like to torment students! No matter what you do, you will find yourself drowning in debts. At this point, I don't even know if I will be able to complete my last year here. I am in that position where leaving is hard and staying is harder. I hope they burn in hell because that's where they belong.

I'm from PA teaching a 7 week class and used this library as my "satellite office". Friendly…read morehelpful staff with plenty of public computers. Clean cool place to work and chill during hot summer months. Bathrooms were also well maintained. Ample parking.

this is why more people don't use public libraries. A live band calleed "meeta" is performing at…read more11am. loudspeakers. deafening. they have a giant sign showing how to find them on facebook. this is a library. 11 am on friday. where were we supposed to go for peace and quiet? Does "meeta" have influential friends which book them gigs at the library?

I ordered a Blue Studded Tumbler w/straw. When it arrived it was white. Tried to get return info…read moreand got transferred around with repeated question to verify my info, which is a stall tactic. Told after the fact they would have to deduct $9.99 for return! Horrible customer service. Item listed is not the one received. to advertise a color and ship something else is deceptive.

Terrible experience every time I've been there. I'm a grad student taking online courses and…read moreworking full time while raising a family. Each and every time I go there for any of my classes, they are completely out of stock for any textbooks needed and tell me to order it online and that they couldn't tell me how long it'll approximately take to come in. Each time I call there's nobody answering the phone either. Staff is rude and unhelpful when I've been in store.