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.
The Rahway Public Library is a partner with the 2020 US Census. Stay tuned for more information and to learn how the library can help you complete your online form.
Join us for a rare opportunity to hear, free of charge, the Bluesman the Village Voice called, “...the real deal”. We’ll take a musical journey from Mississippi to Chicago, with a few stops in between. Free and open to the public. Seating is limited, please arrive promptly.
Come learn the ABC's of cookie decorating with Summer’s Smart Cookies! You will be taught the basics of royal icing, outlining and flooding. Have fun decorating cookies and bring home your creations! This program is FREE for ages 16+ and registration is required 732-340-1551 ext. 212.
This inspiring documentary tells the story of Alice Tregay, an unsung heroine of the Civil Rights Movement. Her activism spanned the historic period from the marches of Dr. King to the election of Barack Obama. Alice’s great contribution in the field of politics is the thread which connects the two. Director Craig Dudnick introduces the situation in Chicago that lead Alice to join the movement and tells how he came to make the film.
Teens! Join us in our Discovery Studio and have some creative fun with watercolors! No experience is necessary, just bring your imagination and a friend, or two! For teens ages13-18 only.
Dance to the music and play instruments! Ages birth-6.
Talk, sing, read, write, and play during this literacy readiness storytime. Ages birth - 5 with caregiver. No registration required.
Read this month’s book, "Brave" by Svetlana Chmakova and come ready for discussion and activities. Copies are available at the Children's Desk. Ages 8-12.
Calling all Young Makers! Come explore our newest addition to the library: our Discovery Studio, Jr.! Play with exciting technology and get creative. With fun high-tech and lo-tech games to play, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Ages 3-12.
Practice shapes, colors, animals, and more with early literacy bingo. Ages 1-5 with caregiver.
Meet Marvin "Chico" Mendez, the Singing Entertainer. Come for the meet & greet at 12:30 and you'll learn why Chico's known as the "The Unknown Living Legend". Then hear Chico in concert at 2:00 pm. Celebrate Black History Month with this inspiring singer, songwriter, musician & author. FREE, open to the public. Light refreshments served.
Earth Day is 50 years old in April! Using our art materials, create a poster celebrating our Earth! Help us decorate the Teen Circle and Library! Bring a friend! Have fun!
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!