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.
Get in the holiday spirit while you sample a seasonal mocktail. Vanessa Young of Thirsty Radish will join us to discuss the art of making drinks, syrups, infusions, and edible garnishes. Guests will learn how to make flavorful and sophisticated non-alcoholic drinks for everyday enjoyment and holiday entertaining. FREE, open to the public. This program is for ADULTS.
Christine Hsaio returns to our Discovery Studio for a new needle felting workshop! No sewing or previous experience needed, this fun class is for adults and teens 16+! Free, with all supplies included, please register at the Reference Desk by November 2.
Support the Friends of Rahway Public Library and eat some great food! The evening starts with appetizers at Cubanu Restaurant & Lounge, followed by entrees at Luciano’s, and dessert at The Lounge at Watt Hotel. Tickets are $50 each and are available at the Reference Desk or online at https://bit.ly/2kwDhjB. Wednesday, November 13 at 7:00pm
Come build with Duplos and play some games! Ages 2-5 with guardian.
Talk, sing, read, write, and play during this literacy readiness storytime. Ages 4 and under with caregiver. No registration required.
Read this month's book, "Coraline" adapted by P. Craig Russel, and come ready to discuss and take part in activities. Ages 8-12. Copies are available at the Children's Desk.
Play bingo at the library and win some prizes! All ages.
Learn about the science of sublimation and and paint a spooky scene that glows in the dark. All ages.
Bring the whole family to the library for a fun activity! All ages.
Listen to stories, sing, and have a spooky time! Costumes encouraged but not required. All ages welcome.
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!