Main Library Hours
Open Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Northeast Branch Hours
Open Thursday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Northwest Branch Hours
Open Thursday: 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Southeast Branch Hours
Open Thursday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM

december calendars from reading public library
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evergreens and red berries, winter solstice decor and winter log
12 Days of Crafting
Free crafting and holiday gift-making for families! Begins December 1st at RPL Main Children's Department.
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December 25 Calendars
December Events
We have programs across our branches
for everyone! Find your place at the
library by browsing our upcoming events.
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Winter Reads
Holiday Reads
Check out these cozy reads curated by RPL Reference Librarians
Check Out the Collection
Music Together
NE Winter Solstice Celebration
CommunityAid PArtnership
Reading Public Library Foundation is Now A Partner with CommunityAid!
RPL receives financial support* when you donate to CommunityAid with our partner code: #50343.
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*RPL only receives financial support from clothing donations and soft goods.
ESL Classes
Clases de Inglés
en Biblioteca Noreste
Aprenda inglés y haz nuevos amigos!
clases de día y noche en Biblioteca Noreste y Principal
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US Passport Services
Passport Services
at RPL

Now Scheduling Appointments

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DISCOVER

Cozy Holiday Mysteries
cozy mysteries in december at reading public ilbrary
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Cozy Holiday Mysteries
Curated by RPL Reference Librarians
Holiday Romance Reads
book covers for december romance at reading public library
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Holiday Romance Reads
Curated by RPL Reference Librarians
New Adult Fiction in Dec
book covers for adult fiction titles december at reading public library
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New Adult Fiction in December
Curated by RPL Reference Librarians
New Adult NonFiction in December
new nonfiction books for december at reading public library
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New Adult Non-Fiction in December
Curated by RPL Reference Librarians
New DVD and More in December
new adult media at reading public library
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New DVDs & More in December
Curated by RPL Reference Librarians
Libros Nuevos En Español Para Diciembre
new spanish titles at reading public library in december
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Libros Nuevos En Español Para Diciembre
Curated by RPL Reference Librarians
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Healthy cooking Workshop
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Healthy Cooking Workshop

Happening in December at RPL Southeast!

Music Together NE
colorful background with musical instruments.
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Music Together for Littles
at Northeast Branch
Art Pod NW Dec
canvas with upcoming art pod events, surrounded by assorted crafting supplies and holiday decor
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Art Pod
at Northwest Branch
Movie Night SE
movie screen with popcorn
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Movie Night at Southeast

Showing Smurfs

Winter Solstice Celebration
evergreens, berries, and winter solstice decor and log
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Winter Solstice Celebration
at Northeast Branch
Community Aid
Cocktails and Classics promotion.
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CommunityAid Partnership

You can support the library when you donate to CommunityAid!

PAGES Newsletter
pages newsletter
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PAGES Fall Newsletter
See what we've been up to in 2025!
Northstar Digital Literacy
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Northstar Digital Literacy
On Demand Computer Classes
ESL Fall Main
crochet, crochet hooks, knitting tools, and other fiber arts supplies.
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Clases de Inglés en Biblioteca Principal
¡Nuevos horarios y ubicación para el otoño de 2025!
Hybrid Yoga Classes
Virtual yoga with Anita Steele. Saturdays at 11AM. Join at home or at Southeast or Northeast Branch at 11AM.
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Free Adult Yoga Classes
Virtual or In-Person at Northeast and Southeast Branches
Winter ESL Class Schedule
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ESL Classes
at Northeast Branch.
Morning and evening classes offered!
Computer Classes
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Computer Classes
At Main Library
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LIBRARY BRANCHES

Front entrance of the Reading Public Library Main building.

MAIN LIBRARY
100 S. Fifth St.
Reading, PA 19602

Front view of Reading Public Library Northeast building

NORTHEAST BRANCH
1348 North 11th Street
Reading, PA 19604

Front entrance of Reading Public Library Northwest building

NORTHWEST BRANCH
901 Schuylkill Avenue
Reading, PA 19601

Front entrance of Reading Public Library Southeast building

SOUTHEAST BRANCH
1426 Perkiomen Avenue
Reading, PA 19602

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CHILDREN

Largest Children's Collection in the County.

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TEENS

Meet other teens to make friends, play games and create.

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ADULTS

Access a rich collection of reference materials online.

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SERVICES

Free Genealogy Service
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Free Genealogy Service

Create a Free Account, No Library Card needed.

Computer Classes
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Computer Training

Classes are focused for the beginner.

ESL Classes
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ESL Classes

English as a second language for non-native speakers. Morning and evening classes offered.

Meeting Room Reservations
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Meeting Room Reservations

Reserve a free meeting room.

Museum Passes
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Museum and Local Attractions Passes

Free Family Passes.

Digitals & Streaming
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Digitals & Streaming

Download & stream your favorite books, movies and music.

Digitals & Streaming
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Reading Eagle Collection

Explore Reading Eagle through current and archived issues

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UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS

CONNECT

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MONTHLY CALENDARS

NEWSLETTERS

SOCIAL MEDIA