Adult Department
At the Riverdale Public Library
Welcome to the Adult Section at the Riverdale Public Library
The Adult Section of the Riverdale Public Library offers a welcoming and resource-rich environment designed to support our adult and retirement age community. Our extensive collection of books, multimedia materials, and educational resources caters to a wide range of ages and interests. We also provide complimentary assistance with technology and accessing library resources. Visit our circulation desk with any questions.
The Adult Section at Riverdale Public Library stands as a valuable resource that supports adult educational goals, provides a welcoming community space, and offers events to stay active and engaged
Upcoming Adult Events at the Riverdale Public Library
Digital Resources
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Libby
Libby/Overdrive is the library's free app for borrowing ebooks and audiobooks. Riverdale Public Library patrons can borrow titles instantly using their library card.
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Hoopla
Hoopla provides instant, free borrowing of movies, music, audiobooks, and more with no waitlists. Riverdale Public Library patrons can stream or download titles immediately using their library card on the Hoopla app.
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Mango Language Learning
Mango offers free, conversation-focused language learning. Riverdale Public Library patrons can access it instantly online or through the app using their library card.
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JerseyClicks
The program offers a selection of databases for college & K-12 students, public libraries, state government and New Jersey residents, free of cost. Speak with a Librarian if you have any questions.
Book Club Selections 2025-2026
2026 Book Club Selections
Jan 26 - Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green
Feb 23 - Circle of Days by Ken Follett
March 23 - Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon\
April 27 - The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson
May 27 (Wednesday) - Dead Med by Frieda McFadden
June 22 - Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice to Murderer sby Jessi Q Sutanto
July 27 - Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall
August 24 - The Women by Kristen Hannah
September 28 - Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano
October 26 - I See You’ve Called in Dead by John Kenney
November 23 - The Irish Goodbye by Heather Aimee O'Neil
December 28 - The Queens of Crime by Marie Benedict
2025 Book Club Selections
January 27th– Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
February 24th– Persuasion by Jane Austen
March 24th – The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
April 28th – Home is Where the Bodies Are by Jeneva Rose
May 28th – Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout
June 23rd – The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion
July 28th – The Housemaid’s Secret by Freida McFadden
August 25th – Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
September 22nd – Magic Lessons by Alice Hoffman
October 27th– Murder at the Book Club by Betsy Reavley
November 24th – The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
December 22nd – A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg
Interested in becoming a Volunteer at the Riverdale Public Library?
The Riverdale Public Library welcomes volunteers to join the Friends of the Riverdale Public Library. The Friends of the library play an essential role in our mission to serve all members of the community. Learn more on our Friends Page and get involved in upcoming events!