You do not have to be an economist ...

You do not have to be an economist to understand our current economic situation. You can feel the pinch at the gas pumps or in the grocery store. Studies confirm that during economic downturns, the public often turn to public libraries for their available resources. South River Public Library is at the ready to help in any way we can.

FREE 'VIDEOTAPE' RENTALS All Videotapes are now free and may be kept for a period of 7 days.
Even our Entertainment DVDs rent for only $1.50 for 3 days. You may extend this period to 5 days by renting on a Thursday.

DON'T BUY BOOKS OR MAGAZINES Buying books and magazines are expensive. South River Library receives 140 magazine titles each month, and there is no cost to borrow books or magazines. We will also make every attempt to find any title you want.

FREE ENTERTAINMENT FOR CHILDREN Dawn, our Children's Librarian, always has wonderful programs for the Children. Please check our Events Calendar for current programs.

SOCIALIZE Join our lively Book Discussion group, or come and watch a film with us.

COUPONS We keep the Sunday newspaper coupons for our visitors.

FOOD FOR FINES PROGRAM We hope to help the South River Food Bank through our "Food for Fines" program. Library users with overdue materials and the associated overdue fees can have those fees waived by donating non-perishable foods during the month of August. This helps the Food Bank and our patrons.

Libraries can be proud of their return on investment. They provided needed services and come through for the public especially in tough times.

Susan