FRIENDS OF THE NEWARK FREE LIBRARY BOARD MEETINGS

Board meetings are at 7:00 PM on the first Monday of the month with some exceptions during the summer. While the library is closed, board meetings are held at the Newark Senior Center, 200 Whitechapel Dr, Newark, DE 19713, entrance in the back. 

Board meetings are open to the general public.
If you have questions or would like to speak at a meeting, please contact FriendsofNewarkFreeLibrary@gmail.com

STRATEGIC PLAN

Click here for the Strategic Plan approved in Winter 2026

BOARD OF DIRECTORS POSITION DESCRIPTION

PURPOSE: Provide volunteer and financial support to the programs of the Newark Free Library

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: As a member of the Board, you agree to

  • Membership in the Friends of the Newark Free Library
  • Attend board meetings; notify president if unable
  • Prepare for board meetings and be informed about the board and the library
  • Support decisions of the Board
  • Market the library to the community

SPECIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: As a member of the Board, you agree to accept a responsibility, such as these examples listed below:

  • Coordinate set up and break down tables for Newark special events e.g. Community Day
  • Coordinate volunteers for Newark Night and/or Community Day
  • Chair Annual Meeting
  • Chair Volunteer Recognition
  • Chair Staff Recognition
  • Manage membership email list
  • Manage Year End Appeal
  • Coordinate and manage display cases
  • Edit newsletter
  • Distribute donated books to shelters and community centers
  • Manage social media sites: website, Facebook page, and Twitter
  • The board can determine additional opportunities, and it welcomes other ideas

Friends of the Newark Free Library Board 2025-26

President: Barbara Jo German

Vice President: Sue Peters

Corresponding Sec. Katy Ferrero

Recording Sec. Deb Morehead

Treasurer: Roberta Sullivan

Directors

Mae Gaskins

Mary Ann Gladnick

Nancy Lewis

Joe Magnus

Carol McKelvey

Sue Poley

Darin Powell

Jocelyn Scott

Polly Sierer

Carol Smith

Ex Officio

Roy Lopata

Judy Taggart


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