What we know today as a multifaceted Public Library serving Park Ridge and the vicinity with extensive information capabilities started out very differently in 1908. That was the year a few people donated a few books and opened an office. Until the mid-twenties the library was run by an association of dedicated volunteers. For a time we were a tri-borough enterprise known as the Pascack Library. When the residents of Park Ridge voted to change to a municipal library, a "Free Public Library" as we are still officially known, they expressed their willingness to support a library with their tax dollars. 

We're open weekdays with some limited services, online programming and in-person programming all summer long. For patrons with library cards in good standing, we offer museum passes, access to multiple databases and more. 

• Adult Book Club
• Teen Book Club
• Children’s Department
  • Visit our Children’s Department where you’ll find lots of great resources for kids and families. We have an extensive collection of fiction, non-fiction, board books, audio books, DVDs, music and more. While at the library, enjoy free access to ABC Mouse on any of the computers near the Children’s Department. Programs include four weekly storytimes, Craft Wednesdays, Kids Movie Matinees, Chef It Up, our Summer Reading program and entertainers throughout the month of July.

Event Type	Family Support Social Groups Family Fun
Age Groups	Children Adolescents Adults Seniors
Community Services	Arts & Recreation Art / Writing / Poetry Community Community Education Community Service Drop In / Community Center Volunteer Opportunities Family & Support Services Family Support Youth Groups
Payment Options	Free Low Cost / Donation Self Pay

Last Updated: 08/10/23