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River Falls Public Library Enriches lives and builds community by connecting people with info, ideas, spaces and opportunities.

In 1907, a library fund was started for books and periodicals by the Tuesday Club of River Falls. Finally, on May 21, 1923, the River Falls Library Association was organized and on June 28th, the library was opened. By 1995, the library had grown from a few to over 50,000 books, plus 3,500 paperbacks, 112 periodicals, 12 newspapers, and music cassettes and CDs, audiobooks, videos, phone directories, pamphlet files, reference books, and software for the IBM computers. There was an excellent collection of large print books along with videos including classics, musicals, children’s, instructional, travel, and entertainment. Today, the library and its lower level community gallery have become a hub for the people of River Falls. The RFPL was named “Library of the Year” in 2015-2016 by the Wisconsin Library Association for its devotion to meeting the needs of its service population via programs, collections, and a strong commitment to customer service.

10/21/2026

A poetry reading by local Author, Thomas R. Smith's latest book. The evening will wrap up with an open mic session.

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10/19/2026

Amy Barrilleaux will discuss the impacts of current AI data center projects in Wisconsin on our air, water, land and energy systems.

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What are the truths behind data centers and how are they actually impacting the environment? Come learn more on October ...
10/19/2026

What are the truths behind data centers and how are they actually impacting the environment? Come learn more on October 19th!

TODAY at 4:00 pm, join us for Book Buddies. A NEW storytime for elementary age kids with stories, book discussion and an...
10/19/2026

TODAY at 4:00 pm, join us for Book Buddies. A NEW storytime for elementary age kids with stories, book discussion and an activity.

Adult Programs in October🍂💽Mon, Oct 19 -VIRTUAL ONLY: Environmental and Health Harms of AI Data Centers in Wisconsin wit...
10/15/2026

Adult Programs in October🍂
💽Mon, Oct 19 -VIRTUAL ONLY: Environmental and Health Harms of AI Data Centers in Wisconsin with speaker: Amy Barrilleaux, Communications Director Clean Wisconsin.
🍃Wed, Oct 21 in person or virtual: Local Poet Thomas R. Smith reads from his latest book, followed by Community Open Mic.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Thurs, Oct 22 in person only- Register now for a 30 min apt with local genealogy experts.
📖Thurs, Oct 29 in person or virtual: Author, Allen Eskens - My Journey as an Author
All programs are FREE at the Library thanks to the River Falls Library Foundation.

🤾‍♂️Any Lego Guys out there looking for new friends? Please consider passing them on to us for our Lego Build events. If...
10/14/2026

🤾‍♂️Any Lego Guys out there looking for new friends? Please consider passing them on to us for our Lego Build events. If you happen to find any who may have hitchhiked 🏠home with you, we will happily accept them back. 🚗

On this day we reflect upon U.S. history. We'd like to remind you of the display currently open in our lower level - Riv...
10/12/2026

On this day we reflect upon U.S. history. We'd like to remind you of the display currently open in our lower level - River Falls: 250 Years Ago.

"River Falls founder Joel Foster met Chief Six in 1848, describing him as a deeply respected leader. Chief Six represents the enduring Dakota presence in the region during the transition to white settlement."

🤸🏿‍♂️Teens! While you were at school, Library staff and adult patrons had a Teen-Area-Take-Over!!! Check out these cool ...
10/07/2026

🤸🏿‍♂️Teens! While you were at school, Library staff and adult patrons had a Teen-Area-Take-Over!!! Check out these cool new chairs! You can sit on them any way you want, even up on the back - all true!

Oh! Tech Librarian Kim has been a dedicated researcher getting some 3-D printers piloted for future public use. Check out the display at the Youth Services Desk. Ask questions!!

We had a light delivery of some of our new furniture today. - Here are some photos of recent deliveries.

Virtual Book Club opportunity from Wisconsin Historical Society and University of Wisconsin - Madison.Link to more info ...
10/05/2026

Virtual Book Club opportunity from Wisconsin Historical Society and University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Link to more info in the comments.

Thank you Whole Earth Market Co-op!
10/01/2026

Thank you Whole Earth Market Co-op!

🥳 Quarter 3 RoundUp for Good results are in! 💚

Our customers raised $3,566.44 for the River Falls Public Library through our RoundUp for Good program!

💚📚 Thank you for helping us support our local library, which champions access to information, community resources, and lifelong learning.

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140 Union Street
River Falls, WI
54022

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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