CPL Updates
Last Updated: February 7, 2023
We're Open!
The Caldwell Public Library is now open to the public at our new location at 24 D Smull Avenue in Caldwell, NJ.
The Library entrance is accessible through the Smull Ave Parking Lot.
Hours as of January 2023:
Mondays: 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesdays: 10 - 7 pm
Wednesdays: 10 am - 7 pm
Thursdays: 10 am - 8 pm
Fridays: 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday hours Coming Soon!
Library Services - Updated 12/12/2022
Where to Browse/Borrow
Caldwell Residents:
Your library card provides you access to almost* all PALS Plus materials. In Essex County, that includes: Verona, Cedar Grove, Fairfield Public Libraries, and Belleville. Full List of PALS Plus Libraries.
In addition, you will be able to borrow at participating Essex County ReBL libraries.
Belleville Public Library
Bloomfield College Library
Bloomfield Public Library
Caldwell University Library
Cedar Grove Public Library
East Orange Public Library
Essex County College Library
Fairfield Public Library
Glen Ridge Public Library
Irvington Public Library
Livingston Public Library
Maplewood Public Library
Montclair Public Library
Newark Public Library
Orange Public Library
Roseland Public Library
Rutgers-Newark (Dana Library)
Seton Hall University Library
South Orange Public Library
Verona Public Library
West Orange Public Library
Update on Using Roseland Public Library: Updated 12/12/22
Roseland Public Library has re-entered ReBL and once again welcomes Caldwell residents to walk in and check out items.
Paid Membership Updated 12/21/22
Out-of-town memberships prior to 2023 expired January 31, 2023. Please visit our Membership page to learn our new, reduced fee structure and how to renew/join. To all of our members that have joined or rejoined, we thank you so much for your support and continued use of the Caldwell Public Library.
Returning Books & Other Items Updated 12/12/22
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The Book Drop is now open and in front of the Library Trailer in the Smull Avenue Parking Lot.
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They can be returned to any of our neighboring PALS PLUS libraries: Verona, Cedar Grove, Fairfield, Little Falls among other libraries. Full List of PALS Plus Libraries
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If you borrow items directly from a nearby library that is NOT in PALS Plus (such as Roseland), please return the items to the item's home library.
Notices
If you have any questions about an automated email or text message about library items or membership status, please reach out to us.
Digital Services
Our Digital Library and Research and Lifelong Learning resources are available 24/7.
This includes:
Libby, Hoopla, Digital New York Times, NewsBank/Digital Star-Ledger, and Kanopy.
Adult & Children Programs and Events
View our Calendar of Events
Children & Teen Programs and Activities