Rahway Public Library
Don't have internet at home? Going on a trip and not sure if there will be public WiFi? Then why not borrow a hotspot! A hotspot is a portable device that will allow you to connect up to 10 Wi-Fi-enabled computers or electronic devices almost wherever you are: at home, on the bus, or in the park. The hotspot works in any area covered by the Sprint 3G or 4G LTE network. See if one is available or put one on hold by clicking here. This program was made possible by a generous donation from the Friends of the Rahway Public Library.
If there's anything the British love as much as a nice hot "cuppa" it's the excitement and fanfare of their monarchs’ royal weddings. Popular food historian, Judith Krall-Russo presents a light-hearted look at English tea traditions and royal wedding customs. Free and open to the public, fine teas and biscuits served! Those wearing a tea party hat and gloves will receive a small gift.
**Located at the Rahway Train Station Pavilion Farmer's Market** Join us for storytime this summer every Thursday with a special guest reader. All are welcome.
Play bingo at the library and win some prizes! Ages 6 and up.
Join us for the kid-friendly movie "Goosebumps 2" on the big screen! Light refreshments provided. All ages. Call or stop in for our full summer movie schedule.
Help clean up the Rahway River! Join the Rahway River Watershed Association and other non-profits in this big community cleanup event. All ages, no registration, bags and gloves provided, lunch after the cleanup. For those interested in entering the river, wear waders and high boots if you have them. 9:30A.M -1:00 P.M.
Join us for a fun activity for the whole family! Try something new each week this summer. All ages.
Grab a craft kit to bring home and make a new craft every Monday this summer. Available while supplies last.
Play games, make art, and have fun! Ages 2-5.
Talk, sing, read, write, and play during this literacy readiness storytime. Ages 4 and under with caregiver. No registration required.
Make your own galaxy slime with glitter and charms! Take home a variety of slime recipes to try at home this summer. While supplies last. Ages 7 and up.
Library Closed for July Fourth
Put on your safety goggles, because we will be trying out all sorts of science experiments! All ages.
Bringing you hundreds of thousands of movies, audiobooks and more, hoopla is a revolutionary digital service. From Hollywood blockbusters to best selling authors – not just the hits, but the niche and hard-to-find as well – hoopla provides you the freedom you've been searching for to experience, explore and enjoy what you want, when you want, and where you want.
Ancestry Library Edition is a comprehensive online source of information for conducting genealogical and local history research. Includes the digitized images of U.S., U.K., Canadian, Australian and German Census records, U.S. Military records back to the 1600's, Court, Land, tax and probate records, Passenger and Immigration Lists Index, and much more. Available only from within the library.
Download eBooks today! The Rahway Public library has signed on with eLibrary NJ and Overdrive to bring you an extensive collection of eBooks and downloadable audio. Browse their calalog and start downloading now!
Learning Express is easily one of the most comprehensive test prep resources available today. By logging into this site, students can take practice tests related to elementary, middle, and high school basic skills, practice for the SAT exam, and prepare for advanced placement testing in most subject areas.
Optimal Resume is our premier career resource. Use this site to create high-impact, interactive career materials such as resumes and cover letters, present your materials on the web or in print, assess your skills, participate in practice video interviews, and even post video resumes!
One of the most full feature resources for learning a new language. Listen to native speakers, work on your pronounciation, and learn read in your new language all for free!
Documenting almost 160 years of Rahway's past, the online newspaper archive is an excellent resource for local history, obituaries, and for learning about the events that made Rahway the city it is today.
From online databases to local history resources to practice test, the Rahway Public Library has a vast array of digital and electronic sources. Find an obituary, read old newspapers, or research a topic all without leaving your home.
The Friends of the Rahway Public Library are a dedicated group of volunteers whose work benefits the library. Find out what they're up to and what you can do to help!
Meet the Board of Trustees and staff. Read our policies. Find out about the history of the library, its evolution, and where it's heading in the future!