
502 Millbrook Avenue, Randolph, NJ 07869-3799
Tel: 973.989.7100 • Fax: 973.989.7076

Randolph Township Free Public Library

Whether you walk through the library doors or use our online links, the library staff invites you to explore our offerings. Our mission is to provide services and resources to assist users in expanding their knowledge and talents, making informed decisions, enriching their leisure hours and enhancing their daily lives.
Announcements
StoryWalk Update
We have a new story at our StoryWalk at Veterans Community Park. In concert with our Summer Reading Club theme—Oceans of Possibilities—you can enjoy the true story Humphrey, the Lost Whale by Wendy Tokuda and Richard Hall. Our StoryWalk is a great way to enjoy a book and spend some time in the great outdoors! The StoryWalk is located on the path past the pickleball courts and runs between the park and Doby Road.
Adult Summer Reading Program: Oceans of Possibilities
Randolph residents are invited to participate in our 2022 Adult Summer Reading Program from Tuesday July 5th through Friday, September 2, 2022. Each week, record the number of books you’ve read on entry forms located in the library. If you can’t make the trip, call and give your information to a librarian to enter. Each week we will award two winners with a $20 gift certificate to a local business! You can always start off your summer reading with our One Book, One Community pick The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley!
Second Annual One Book, One Community Reading Program
Join us this summer July 5th - Aug 27th to read The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley, an uplifting exploration of what it means to be true to oneself and authentic with others. Extra copies of the book will be available for checkout on July 5th, along with a book discussion guide. On August 27th, author Clare Pooley will join us via video call to give our patrons an author talk and Q&A!
Summer Reading Club 2022

Summer Reading Club 2022 is coming soon! In-person registration begins on June 16, 2022. Randolph children in Pre K - grade 6 can register for the kids’ program and teens in grades 6 - 12 can register for the teen program.
NJ Health Connect iPad Now Available
NJ Health Connect @ your Library! Connect with a doctor, 24/7. Get health information in your language, COVID updates, access to crisis hotlines, mental health support and more! Randolph residents aged 18 and older may use their library card to check this iPad out. The iPad is courtesy of a grant obtained by the East Brunswick Public Library. Call the library or stop by for more information.
Calling All Randolph Kindergarteners!
The library is thrilled to share our Kindergarten Visit video with you. We hope you will visit the library soon and sign up for your very own library card!
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The public is welcome to participate in these meetings. Presently, they are on Zoom. If you would like to attend, please e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) prior to the meeting. You will find a list of the dates by clicking on Trustees on the left.
Libby is Here!
You asked, we listened! We moved from cloudLibrary to Libby. Here’s what you need to know:
- You are no longer able to use cloudLibrary.
- The Libby App is now available to you, though the process of moving all our content over will take several weeks. All eBooks and eAudio will be migrated throughout the month of January. We appreciate your patience as we transition to this exciting new digital platform for our patrons.
- Patron checkouts, reading history, saved lists, and existing holds did not move to Libby. We’re sorry for the inconvenience.
There are some exciting changes with Libby: You will be able to access a wide variety of digital magazines in the app, along with your eBooks and eAudio. Libby also works with Kindles, and a wide variety of other eReaders! To learn more about Libby, visit the Libby website.
New Business Database
Visit our reference databases page to connect to CorFacts Online. CorFacts Online is New Jersey’s premier business-to-business directory providing immediate access to up-to-date information on over 51,000 New Jersey companies in services and manufacturing.
Brainfuse - Homework HelpNow
Live tutors are available every day from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.! As part of the federal CARES Act funds allocated to the New Jersey State Library, the online tutoring service Brainfuse has been licensed for all New Jersey public libraries now through June 15, 2021.
Upcoming Programs
- UnUsual Suspects Band
Monday, June 27 - Dive Into Books Magic Show
Thursday, June 30 - Super Bubble Fun Time Show
Thursday, July 7 - Norton Smull Band
Monday, July 11 - Whales, Sails & Dolphin Tales: Interactive Fitness Show
Thursday, July 14 - Below the Sea Bingo
Friday, July 15 - Spare Tire Band
Monday, July 18 - Weis Cooking and Food Class: Summer Snacks
Tuesday, July 19 - Pirates: Lost at Sea Science Show
Thursday, July 21 - Weis Cooking and Food Class: Summer Snacks
Thursday, July 21 - Danny & The Boys
Monday, July 25 - Eyes of the Wild: Live Animal Show
Thursday, July 28 - The Green Planet Band
Monday, August 1 - Summer Reading Club Picnic
Wednesday, August 3 - The Kootz
Monday, August 8 - CoolCore Band
Monday, August 15 - Weis Cooking and Food Class: Back to School
Tuesday, August 16 - Weis Cooking and Food Class: Back to School
Thursday, August 18 - BARGAIN - The Who Tribute Band
Monday, August 22
Ongoing Programs
- Books & Bagels
- 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
- Take It and Make It Crafts
- Crafty Kids
- Crafternoons
- Teen Crafters
- Chapter Chats
- My First Book Club for Grades 1 & 2
- Riveting Reads
- Tween Titles
Reading Groups
Storytime at the Library
Birding: Identifying by Song
Northern New Jersey and southern New Hampshire share the same bird species. How many have you seen this summer? View video
Origins of Unusual Phrases and Expressions
Origins of unusual phrases and expressions—such as “dog days of summer” which has nothing to do with dogs, and “jay walker” which has nothing to do with blue-jays, and much more.
Comets! Asteroids! Meteors!
A newly-discovered comet dubbed NEOWISE will be visible this week to the naked eye. It’s the first visible comet of 2020. Learn more about the history of the solar system.
Henry “Hank” Shapiro
Hank is a regular performer at the library! Enjoy his weekly piano concerts.
Chair Yoga!
Everyone could benefit from some relaxation time. Try some chair yoga courtesy of Kitty Roma and the Randolph Library! You do not have to have a Facebook account.
The ABCs of Candy
Who knew? The history of chocolate and other candy in the Unites States, presented by Madison’s Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, including a little history of the unique building that houses the museum’s collection.
Amusement Park
There is nothing like an amusement park to bring on family fun!
Statue of Liberty
Did you know that when the Statue of Liberty arrived in the port of New York in 1885 it was in pieces (over 300!) and without the iconic arm which holds the torch?
Acadia National Park
The only national park to be made entirely of donated land.
Paterson Great Falls National Park
Alexander Hamilton made the case to President George Washington that industrialization was the future of the United States, and laid out a plan starting with harnessing the power of the Great Falls.
Artist Grant Wood’s Painting of an American Myth
George Washington cutting down his father’s cherry tree.
A Tour of Morristown with Joel Farkas
George Washington really did sleep here!
A Tour of Jockey Hollow with Joel Farkas
Did you know the British attempted to kidnap George Washington?
Highlights - Online Resources
Fact Checking Websites
It’s important to know the facts and identify fake news and fake social media posts. These websites are recommended by the American Library Association. Check out this short list of fact checking sites as well as these relevant sites:
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NJ Hope Line
Healthcare professionals say we are all experiencing a grieving process right now…isolation, loss of people, loss of social interaction. Even if you are not experiencing extreme distress, you can find support.
Career One Stop
Information on job searches, training, career exploration and interest. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Test Preparation Materials
Mometrix provides materials and study guides for standardized exams including GED, GRE, Praxis, ACT, SAT, and many more. From home, you’ll need your library card number to login.