Roseland Free Public Library

News & Announcements

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Through October 31: Take part in our Halloween Scavenger Hunt Challenge! Find all the hidden ghosts in the library and their secret message to claim your prize. Open to Roseland and non-Roseland residents.

Check Out Our Staff Picks

Looking for a great book or movie? We have assembled some displays featuring staff member recommendations, which will be up for the rest of the year. Check them out during your next visit and discover some new favorites!

Holiday Food Drive through November 6

Donate non-perishable food items to the Roseland Municipal Youth Alliance's food drive to benefit the Caldwell Food Pantry and the Roseland Relief Fund. Look for the collection box in the library.

North Pole Holiday Market

Save the date - our Reindeer Holiday Market, set for Saturday, November 20, will feature merchandise from local vendors/businesses as well as food trucks and live music. More details to follow.

Our Mask Policy

In accordance with CDC recommendations, vaccinated patrons are no longer required to wear face masks indoors. We do request that patrons wear masks in our Children’s Area. Face masks must be worn indoors at all events for children 11 and under by all who attend.

Ongoing Book Sale

Visit our ongoing book sale to help benefit the Friends of the Roseland Free Public Library! Paperbacks are 50 cents, hardcover books are $1, and DVDs are 3 for $1.

Library Board Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees will hold their next public monthly meeting on Monday, November 8, at 7 pm at the library. Agenda will be accessible under the Board tab of our website.

Hotspots for Borrowing

Mobile Hotspots are available for patrons who are Roseland residents. Must be 18 or older with valid driver's license and RFPL card. Each hotspot provides internet access for up to 10 devices. Reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis; loan period is 14 days. Late fee is $5 per day, replacement fee is $100.

No More Fines

We are now fine free, just return or renew on time! Late fees will still apply to overdue video games ($2/day) and hotspots ($5/day).

Mobile Self-Checkout

Patrons can now do self-checkout from their phones using the free meeScan app, give it a try!

Donate Books & DVDs

We are accepting book and DVD donations for our ongoing book sale to benefit the Friends of the Library. Items must be good condition, no textbooks. Please do not leave donations outside.