Services & Programs
Read, learn, connect, and get things done at your library.
Reading programs
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Build vocabulary and early literacy skills with a low-pressure reading challenge for any child who has not yet started kindergarten.
How it works: Track the books you read using the library’s color-the-shapes log. Bring in each completed 100-book log to receive a special sticker or bookmark and a milestone photo.
When you finish: Your child receives a Certificate of Completion and a photo, both as a hard copy and on our online Wall of Fame.
Ask library staff for a reading log and help getting started.
Summer Reading Program
Take part in the library’s Summer Reading Program and keep track of your reading using the online reading log.
Contact the library for current program details.
Computers & document services
Free computers & Wi-Fi
RVPL offers free computer and Wi-Fi access to all patrons. Public computers include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher), Google Chrome, and Adobe Reader.
Using your own device outside the library? Connect to Library Wireless with the password LibraryRocks.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Black-and-white printing or copying | $0.25 per printed side |
| Color printing or copying | $0.50 per printed side |
| Scanning | Free; performed by library staff |
| Faxing | $2.00 for 1–2 pages; $1.00 per additional page. Our cover page is free—just ask. |
Printing from a device
Print from a computer in the public computer lab. If you are using your own computer on Wi-Fi, transfer your files to a lab computer for printing.
Please note: Patrons must pay for all printouts, including mistakes.
Scanning help
Library staff can scan your documents at no charge. A USB is available for scanning and transferring documents to a library computer or your personal device.
Research & community services
Interlibrary loan
Looking for an item outside RVPL’s collection? Ask at the circulation desk about requesting it from another library.
Loan periods depend on the lending library. One renewal may be possible with that library’s approval. Donations to support this service are appreciated.
Genealogy queries
Library staff can search for specific materials or information, such as obituaries or birth dates.
The fee is $10.00 per specific search, paid in advance. Contact staff for details. Make checks payable to Redbank Valley Public Library.
Explore our Newspaper Archives for local history and family research.
Used books & more
Browse the library’s used-book section during regular operating hours. You’ll find paperbacks, hardbacks, music CDs, and DVDs from donations and former library materials.
All proceeds benefit the library.
Community meeting room
The library’s community room is available for public use. Call (814) 275-2870 to ask about fees and available dates.
The library has first priority for use of the room.
We’re here to help
Questions about a service or program? Call (814) 275-2870, email [email protected], or ask at the circulation desk.