Rahway Public Library
Join us in our Discovery Studio for a beginner friendly embroidery project! In this class you will create your own wall art using various textiles. Recommended for Adults & Teens 13+ Supplies are limited so please arrive on time!
ANNOUNCEMENT: Our regularly scheduled Library Board Meeting on Tuesday, November 26th has a new start time of 6:30pm. The meeting will be called to order and immediately go into executive session. Nothing will be voted on before the public portion begins. The public portion of the meeting is expected to begin at the usual meeting start time of 7:30pm.
The Friends of the Rahway Public Library will have their annual book sale April 2-5. Sale hours will be Wednesday, April 2, from 5-7:30pm(Members Pre-Sale); Thursday, April 3 from 5-7:30pm; Friday, April 4, 10am-2pm and Saturday, April 5, 10am-2pm. Paperbacks for $1, hardcovers for $2 and so much more!
The Friends of Rahway Public Library invites the public to join the Annual Rob Dianno Memorial Dodgeball Tournament! We hope to see you and your team on the court for this fun-filled action packed event. The Tournament will take place on Saturday, June 7th beginning at 10:00am at the Rahway Recreation Center. Teams will consist of 6-8 people. Registration is $25 per person. Sign up here today!
Sing, dance, and play at our monthly Dance Party! No registration required. For all ages.
Curbside Crafts for Kids are small kits that you can pick up to assemble at home! Just ask for a "curbside craft" at the circulation desk! Available all week during library hours, while supplies last. A new craft will be released every Saturday for the upcoming week!
Come out and enjoy some board games at the library! Have some fun and meet some new people! Play an old favorite or something new. Players of all skill levels are welcome. The library has a variety of games to play or bring one of your own. All ages are welcome!
Join us in our Discovery Studio at 6:00pm. Bring your hooks and yarn. Work on a project or learn a new technique! No registration required. Program is free for Adults & Teens 13+ Want to get started before our club meets? Our beginner classes are available online! Beginner Crochet Classes
Kids can join us in the program room for Bingo with Ms. Liz! Win prizes & meet new friends! Starts at 4pm.
Talk, sing, read, write, and play during this literacy readiness storytime. Ages birth - 5 with caregiver. No registration required.
The Rahway Public Library Board of Trustees will be meeting on Tuesday, October 22 at 7:30PM in the library auditorium. Meetings are open to the public.
Come join us for our bilingual storytime! We will read a story in both English and Español!
Bring the whole family to the library for family fun night! Read a story, play, & make new friends! No registration required. All ages welcome!
Join us in our Discovery Studio as we teach you how to paint your very own ghost portrait! This is the perfect craft to get in the mood for spooky season! For Adults & Teens 13+.
Boo! Teens, it's spooky season! Join us in our Discovery Studio and make a 3D ghostie to decorate your home! It's fun, free, and there may even be some candy involved! Bring a friend and have a ghoulish time! For teens 13-17 only. Supplies may be limited.
Join us on Monday for Halloween Fun! Enjoy some not-so-spooky crafts, stories, and games!
Get ready for this month's graphic novel book club by reading A Wrinkle in Time adapted by Hope Larson - available at the children's desk -and be ready for discussion and activities! Ages 8-12. Sign-up required. Please register here: http://bit.ly/RPL-GNBC
Don't celebrate Halloween? Join us for ice cream, games, stories, and fun at our Not A Halloween Party! No registration required & open to all ages.
Come join us for our bilingual storytime! We will read a story in both English and Español! ¡Únase a nosotros para la hora de cuentos del miércoles por la mañana!
Wear your favorite PJs and join us for stories. crafting, and fun! No registration required. All ages welcome!
Curbside Crafts for Kids are small kits that you can pick up to assemble at home. Just ask for a "curbside craft" at the circulation desk! Available all week during library hours, while supplies last. A new craft will be released every Saturday for the upcoming week!
Join us bright and early on Saturday morning to read a story, play with toys, and make new friends! No registration required, all ages are welcome!
Join us for Lego Fun! We will have Duplo Lego for the little ones and regular Lego for older kids. All ages welcome.
Teens! Join us in our Discovery Studio at 5pm on 11/18! The busy holiday season is here! Bring a friend, relax and unwind as you create some soothing autumn doodle art! For teens 13-17!
Get ready for this month's graphic novel book club by reading brave by Svetlana Chmakova -available at the children's desk- and be ready for discussion and activities! Ages 8-12.
Out with the old, in with the new? Not this time! Join us in the auditorium for an oldie but goodie as we screen Twister! Rated PG-13 Runtime: 1hr 53min
Come out and enjoy some board games at the library! Have some fun and meet some new people. Play an old favorite or something new. Players of all skill levels are welcome. The library has a variety of games to play or bring one of your own.
Gather your loved ones, cozy up, and join us for some holiday themed movies! Enjoy the magic of the season on our big screen, complete with popcorn and holiday cheer. It's a Wonderful Life (PG) 2 hr 16 min
Ages birth-4 can join us for our new Playgroup! Play with toys and meet friends. No registration required.
Join us in our arts space to make a festive snowman ornament. Treat yourself or make one to gift to a friend! Recommended for Adults & Teens.
Teens! It's the holiday season, time to spread some cheer! Join us in our craft room and make something to keep or share! For ages 13-17 Supplies may be limited.
The Library Board of Trustees will meet at the library on Tuesday, December 17 at 7:30 pm. Meetings are open to the public.
Get ready for this month's graphic novel book club by reading Metropolis Grove by Drew Brockington - available at the children's desk and on Hoopla -and be ready for discussion and activities! Ages 8-12. Sign-up required. Please register here: http://bit.ly/RPL-GNBC
Gather your loved ones, cozy up, and join us for some holiday themed movies! Enjoy the magic of the season on our big screen, complete with popcorn and holiday cheer. Office Christmas Party (R) 1 hr 45 min.
Learn about Kwanzaa by reading a special holiday story with us! Then stick around to make a fun craft! No registration required.
Ring in 2025 at our special NOON YEARS EVE-EVE PARTY! Watch our special "noon-year" ball drop in the children's department and celebrate with snacks, games, and activities! All are welcome, no registration required.
The library will be closed for New Year's Day.
Rahway Public Library will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Teens! Interested in making your voice heard at the library? Would you like to share your ideas, make changes? The Teen Circle is looking to start a Teen Advisory Group. Join us and see what it will be about! For teens 13-17
The library will be closing early at 3:30 pm. Open Again Wednesday 9:30 – 7:30.
The Library Board of Trustees will meet at the library at 7:00 pm. Meetings are open to the public. The agenda can be found here here.
Get ready for this month's graphic novel book club by reading Kodi by Jared Cullum - available at the children's desk and on Hoopla -and be ready for discussion and activities! Ages 8-12. Sign-up required. Please register here: http://bit.ly/RPL-GNBC
Join us in the library auditorium on February 3 at 5:00 pm for our Monday Night movie. We will be showing Selma rated PG-13. Free to attend and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided.
Unleash the rhythm within you! Learn how to play a range of West African hand drums, including the djembe and the talking drum. Finish up with an exhilarating dance and drum circle, where you get to showcase your newly acquired skills! Taught by the one and only Mister Boom Boom. Recommended for ages 3-8
Celebrate Valentine's Day with us by reading a sweet story! Starts at 11 AM in the Storytime stage area.
The library will be closed in observance of President's Day.
Due to repairs in the library auditorium, our afternoon movie has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience.
PROGRAM POSTPONED! Teens! We will be creating self portraits to represent the diversity of the people in our community! Use our art supplies to express yourselves! We will display them on the bulletin board near the Teen Circle! For teens 13-17
Get ready for this month's graphic novel book club by reading Pocket Peaches by Dora Wang - available at the children's desk and on Hoopla -and be ready for discussion and activities! Ages 8-12.
Join us in the library auditorium Monday, March 3 at 5 pm. Our evening feature is Brooklyn rated PG-13 with a runtime of 105 minutes. Open to the public and free to attend.
Join us Friday morning at our dance party for kids! Music starts at 11.
Teens! Join us in our Discovery Studio after school! Bring a friend, relax, and create a mini shamrock for good luck! For teens 13-17.
Join us in the library auditorium Thursday, March 13 at 1:30 pm for our afternoon movie. Our featured movie will be Wicked with a PG rating and runtime of 160 minutes. Open to the public and free to attend.
Bring the whole family to read a story and make a fun craft with us! All ages welcome - no registration required.