South River Public Library
🏢 STELLA Consortium · South River, New Jersey
South River Public Library
South River Public Library has served Middlesex County's South River Borough since its founding as a War Memorial library in 1923, now operating from a 1979 building on Appleby Avenue with free notary service, digital lending through Libby and hoopla, and programs for kids, teens, and adults.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–5pm |
| Tuesday | 12pm–8pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–5pm |
| Thursday | 12pm–8pm |
| Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday | 11am–4pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 55 Appleby Avenue, So. River, NJ 08882
Phone: (732) 254-2488
Website: southriverlibrary.org
Plus Code: 87G7CJMC+WW (So. River, NJ)
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📖 About South River Public Library
The South River Public Library was formally dedicated on January 12, 1923, as the South River War Memorial Free Public Library — honoring the borough's veterans — and originally occupied an 1805 building at 64–66 Main Street that is listed on both the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places. In 1979 the library moved to its current purpose-built facility at 55 Appleby Avenue, which was renovated and expanded between June 2011 and January 2013. Today the library serves South River Borough's population of over 16,000 residents in Middlesex County with a collection of approximately 29,000 volumes alongside a wide range of digital resources. It is a member of the STELLA consortium (formerly LMxAC) and offers access to Libby, hoopla, JerseyCat, and JerseyClicks, as well as in-branch services including free notary and wireless printing.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Founded January 12, 1923 as a War Memorial Free Public Library honoring South River's veterans of World War I
- Original 1805 building at 64–66 Main Street is listed on both the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places
- Current Appleby Avenue facility fully renovated 2011–2013, reopening January 2, 2013
- Free notary service available to the public — one of the library's most popular community services
- Member of the STELLA consortium with access to Libby, hoopla, JerseyCat, JerseyClicks, Mango Languages, and more
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
South River cardholders can read, stream, and research free through the STELLA consortium and New Jersey's statewide resources:
📚 Services
- Free notary service for the public
- Wireless printing and in-library public computers
- Library card registration for South River Borough residents
- Meeting room reservations
- Tax forms and voter registration assistance
- Fine payment and account management
- Interlibrary loan through the STELLA consortium
- Book donations accepted
🎸 Programs
- Kids Page — children's programming and storytimes
- Teen Scene — teen events and volunteer opportunities
- Adult programming and community events
- Event calendar with rotating seasonal programs
- Emergency preparedness resources and community outreach
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the South River Public Library called a War Memorial library?
When the library was founded on January 12, 1923, it was named the South River War Memorial Free Public Library to honor South River Borough's veterans of World War I. The memorial designation reflects the community's commitment to recognizing those who served.
What is the free notary service at the South River Public Library?
The library offers free notary service to the public as a community convenience. A certified notary can witness signatures and authenticate documents at no charge during library hours. It is one of the library's most-used in-person services.
Is the library closed on Saturdays in summer?
Yes — the South River Public Library closes on Saturdays during July and August. Regular Saturday hours of 11am–4pm apply the rest of the year. The library is closed on Sundays year-round.
What digital resources can I access with a South River library card?
South River cardholders can access Libby for eBooks and audiobooks, hoopla for streaming movies, music, comics, and TV, JerseyClicks and JerseyCat for research databases (EBSCO, Novelist, Facts on File), Mango Languages for language learning, and Learning Express for test prep — all free with a valid card.
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