Knowing Newark Series
The Knowing Newark Series presents many of Newark’s hidden gems, allowing new and long-time residents to learn about the amazing things happening every day right here in our community. The series is sponsored by The Newark Partnership.

Upcoming Knowing Newark Events
Past Knowing Newark Events
Knowing Newark: Getting to Know Delaware 4-H
Are you interested in giving back and sharing your passion with youth in your area and community? If so, Delaware 4-H is the program for you!
Knowing Newark: Tour of University of Delaware’s Whitney Athletic Center & Men’s Basketball Game
Brian O’Shaughnessy and GaryMichalowski, Assistant Directors of Sales will give the group a tour of our brand new Whitney Athletic Center.
Knowing Newark: a Trip Along the Pomeroy Newark Railroad
Join us as we welcome back Dr. Jim Jones for a virtual tour of the Pomeroy & Newark Railroad, which offers many historical tidbits from the east side of Newark.
Knowing Newark: Christina School District – Unique Programs & School Choice
Join us to learn more about recent legislative updates, how School Choice works, and the unique programs offered at our local Christina School District Schools. Then, we will discuss how members of the public can be involved in the programming.
Knowing Newark: Where Does Our Water Come From?
Meet us at the Newark Reservoir to hear from Tim Filasky, City of Newark Public Works Department, about where Newark’s water comes from. Then, join us on a short walk to the local water treatment plant for a tour.
Knowing Newark: RBG Talk Back Session
First, Join Newark Parks & Recreation in partnership with The Newark Partnership on August 14 for an outdoor showing of RBG, a documentary of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s life and career as a long-standing Supreme Court Justice.
Knowing Newark: Botanical Gardens
The UD Botanic Gardens is an outdoor classroom and laboratory with a living plant collection of over 3000 species!
Knowing Newark: How can YOU Help?: Volunteering in a Virtual World
Join The Newark Partnership as we welcome several Newark nonprofits to talk about how you can get involved in a SAFE way, even in the midst of the pandemic.
Knowing Newark: Ramadan Reflections
Join The Newark Partnership as we welcome Dr. Naveed Baqir and Nawrah Zamir to share insights on the meaning of Ramadan to the Muslim community and how the Newark community celebrates.
Knowing Newark: Local Churches Lineage
Join us for a presentation on the historic Peter Spencer Churches in Newark, as well as the surrounding areas.