Rockford Public Library

09/08/2026

This year's theme, "A library card hits all the right notes," is a reminder that no matter what your tastes are, a library card hits all the right notes. Check out a classic story or hit shuffle and try something new! Get your library card during Library Card Sign-Up Month at griver.org/services/apply-for-your-free-library-card or talk to your local librarian.

09/07/2026

09/04/2026

The library will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 7. The library will be open regular hours on Saturday, Sept. 5, and Tuesday, Sept. 8: https://griver.org/locations

09/03/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our artists! 🎉
Our four winners from the Library Card Design Contest are....
-kids: Antolina, from St. Michael
-teen: Mallory, from Elk River
-adult: Corey, from Grey Eagle
-staff: Amanda, St. Cloud Library Associate
The design cards are NOW available (while supplies last) in your local library! Also, see the runner-up and honorable mention from each category in the contest. Thank you to everyone who participated.

09/01/2026

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Invite your friends and family to enjoy all that your local library has to offer. Plus, remember to renew your library card (since it expires every 3 years)! Visit your local library or get your card online at https://griver.org/services/apply-for-your-free-library-card

08/27/2026

Remembering Dolly Parton, 1946-2026. Find her albums and more about her in the library catalog: https://search.griver.org/client/en_US/default/search/results?qu=dolly+parton&te= 💔🎸

08/26/2026

Participate in GRRL's "Year in Reading" challenge on the Beanstack app. Each month is a different theme, and our librarians create a list of suggested titles. The challenge for August is to dive into a science fiction book or learn about science. Check out these books, and find more from this New, Best, & Fun list at https://griver.org/new-best-fun/august-2026-truth-wonder

08/25/2026

August is Read a Romance Month! Did you know your library has thousands of romance books, ebooks, and audiobooks? You can borrow them for free!

08/21/2026

Adventure into a whole forest of books! Track your reading to earn nature-themed badges and make reading a habit this fall season. Adults can join the Forest of Reading Challenge from August 9 to September 30 in the free Beanstack app and online at griver.beanstack.org.

08/19/2026

Start the school year right by setting goals, getting organized, and, of course, reading! Kids can join the Back to School Reading Challenge from August 9 to September 30 in the free Beanstack app and online at griver.beanstack.org.