About Us

The Rocky River Public Library (RRPL), located in Rocky River, Ohio is an independent library and is not part of any larger library system. It is supported by the residents of Rocky River and by a portion of the General Fund of the State of Ohio. The Library’s taxing authority comes only through the Rocky River Board of Education. RRPL has a seven-member Board of Trustees, consisting of community members, which is the governing body authorized by the State of Ohio to establish policies and develop an annual budget.

Mission Statement

To cultivate meaningful connections by providing information, inspiration, and a welcoming place for contemplation and community.

Vision Statement

Leading and innovating through community-based services.

RRPL is Fine Free!

Rocky River Public Library is no longer charging fines for overdue items. There are no exceptions. Patrons no longer have to worry about financial penalties when returning items to the library. – View details

Rocky River Public Library is a proud Member of CLEVNET! 

CLEVNET is a consortium of over 44 northern Ohio libraries, it is one of the largest library resource sharing networks in the United States. Rocky River Public Library is still an independent Library, joining the CLEVNET consortium enables Rocky River patrons to:

  • Search one catalog for over 12,000,000 books, movies, music, digital items, and more
  • Pickup and return items at any CLEVNET library – over 100 locations in 12 area counties

View additional information about CLEVNET

Library History

Library Timeline
Rocky River Public Library timeline covering historic milestones 1877 – present.

Library Artwork
This is an inventory of the collection of artworks at the Rocky River Public Library. The collection includes paintings donated from the estate of Leonard B. & Sophia Schlather, pieces from the Cowan Pottery Museum and a variety of modern works purchased by the library’s Women’s Committee. This inventory will be updated as needed.

Get a Library Card

Ohio residents are welcome to apply for a Library card here.

Employment

If you are Interested in working for the Rocky River Public Library check out our current job openings.

Library Hours

Monday -Thursday: 9 am – 9 pm
Friday – Saturday: 9 am – 6 pm
Sunday: 1 pm – 5 pm

2024 Closing Dates

Monday, January 1, 2024
New Year’s Day

Sunday, March 31, 2024
Easter Sunday

Monday, April 8, 2024
Eclipse Day

Sunday, May 12, 2024
Mother’s Day

Sunday, May 26, 2024
Memorial Day Weekend

Monday, May 27, 2024
Memorial Day

Sunday, June 16, 2024
Father’s Day

Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Juneteenth

Thursday, July 4, 2024
Independence Day

Sunday, September 1, 2024
Labor Day Weekend

Monday, September 2, 2024
Labor Day

Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Thanksgiving Eve (Close at 6pm)

Thursday, November 28, 2024
Thanksgiving Day

Tuesday, December 24, 2024
Christmas Eve

Wednesday, December 25, 2024
Christmas Day

Tuesday, December 31, 2024
New Year’s Eve

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