Main Library Hours
We're closed now, but we open again on Friday at 9:00 AM.

Northeast Branch Hours
We're closed now, but we open again on Saturday at 10:00 AM.

Northwest Branch Hours
We're closed now, but we open again on Monday at 1:00 PM.

Southeast Branch Hours
We're closed now, but we open again on Saturday at 10:00 AM.

Passport App
Passport Application
Acceptance Event
Saturday, October 18th | 10AM - 3PM
Walk-in event at Reading Public Library - Main
Specific documentation required.
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October 25 Calendars
October Events
We have programs across our branches
for everyone! Find your place at the
library by browsing our upcoming events.
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Haunted Canvas
Haunted Canvas

Art Night for Adults at RPL Main
Tuesday, October 21st
4:30 - 6:00 P.M.

Cocktails & Classics Results
Thank you for helping us raise nearly
$125,000
for our library!
Reading Library Company
Reading Library Company - Annual Meeting
Monday, November 10th at 4 P.M.
RPL Foundation Building (113 S 4th St)
New members welcome. Bring $1 to join!
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Halloween Bash
Halloween Bash
Saturday, October 25th | 12PM - 2PM
at RPL Main Children's Department
Reading Philharmonic Orchestra, crafts,
refreshments, costume contest, & more!
PAGES Fall Newsletter
OUR FALL 2025 NEWSLETTER IS HERE
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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

New Adult Fiction in Oct
variety of new fiction arrivals from reading public library
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New Adult Fiction in October
Curated by RPL Reference Librarians
New Adult NonFiction in October
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New Adult Non-Fiction in October
Curated by RPL Reference Librarians
New DVD and More in October
various new adult dvds in august at reading public library
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New DVDs & More in October
Curated by RPL Reference Librarians
Libros Nuevos En Español Para Octubre
new adult books in spanish at reading public library for august.
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Libros Nuevos En Español Para Octubre
Curated by RPL Reference Librarians
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Passport Event
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Passport Application Acceptance Walk-In Event

Specific documentation required.

Reading Library Company
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Reading Library Company Annual Meeting
HispHerMo
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

at RPL Main Children's Department

Haunted Canvas
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Haunted Canvas Painting Night

at RPL Main Library

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

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