The library's goal is to prevent the common issue of learning loss over the summer.

Goodbye ‘Summer Slide’: Odessa’s historic library kicks off 2025 summer reading program

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

ODESSA — Delaware’s oldest free library is inviting young readers to dive into books this summer as part of its annual literacy initiative. “Our goal isn’t just to keep kids reading,” said Katryna Cera Proulx, director of the Corbit-Calloway Memorial Library. “We want to inspire a lifelong passion for books through fun, community-driven programs and rewards.” The Corbit-Calloway Memorial Library …

Corbit-Calloway Memorial Library

Corbit-Calloway Memorial Library remains one of Delaware’s hidden gems

Betsy PriceCulture, Headlines

ODESSA — One of the treasures of Delaware, and a bit of First State history in itself, is tucked away on a leafy residential street a quick walk away from Cantwell Tavern in Odessa. The Corbit-Calloway Memorial Library, the oldest free library in Delaware open to everybody — including women and children — has been catering to the public since …