Board of Commissioners

Members of the Board of Commissioners meet at 8:30 AM in the library on the fourth Tuesday of each month unless otherwise posted. Members are appointed by the Superior Court of the State of Delaware in a process outlined in the Delaware Code pertaining to libraries.

The August 2020 Board of Commissioners meeting will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 10:00 AM.  Please click here to register. Login information will be provided via email 12 hours prior to the start of the meeting.

 

Current Board Members and their offices for Fiscal Year 2021

  • Hugh Leahy, President
  • Rachel Grier-Reynolds, Vice-President
  • Russ Notar, Treasurer
  • Chanta Wilkinson, Secretary
  • Louellen Braithwaite, Member-at-Large
  • Anna Jane Mercer – Trustee Emeritus
  • Beckie Healey – Trustee Emeritus
  • Dennis Forney – Trustee Emeritus
  • Dr. J. Eric Hale – Trustee Emeritus

The Lewes Public Library is currently seeking candidates to serve a five-year appointment. For more details and information on applying, please click here.

Current Fiscal Year Agendas and Minutes

Past Fiscal Years Minutes

Finance Committee: The Lewes Public Library Finance Committee will be meeting on a quarterly basis.

  • Library Hours:

    Mon - Thurs: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Fri: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Sun: Closed

    The library currently is closed to the public due to the pandemic. The book drop is open. Curbside pick up by appointment only begins June 15.


  • Support Us

    Thousands of people turn to the library every day seeking a book, a job, access to the Internet, and more. Our library offers programs & services that educate, inform, and entertain Delawareans of all ages and interests. There are many ways to support us.

    Donate For Good


  • Sponsorship Opportunities Available

    Any business, community organization, or individual can show their support for the library by sponsoring one of our fundraising events.


  • Monthly Newsletter

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  • 2019 Annual Report

    The 2019 Lewes Public Library Annual Report is available to view online. We hope you enjoy this overview of our year.


    • Lewes Public Library
    111 Adams Avenue
    Lewes, DE 19958
    P: (302) 645-2733