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Chesterlibrarynj Municipal public library serving Chester Borough and Chester Township; a member of the MAIN consortium.

The Chester Library serves the residents of Chester Borough and Chester Township, New Jersey. The library houses a collection of over 70,000 books, DVDs, CDs, video games, audio books and e-books. In addition, it offers a wide array of adult, teen and children's programs, public computers, online research services and community meeting rooms.

Did you know your library card gives you free access to Mango Languages? Explore over 70 languages with easy, self-paced...
06/19/2026

Did you know your library card gives you free access to Mango Languages? Explore over 70 languages with easy, self-paced lessons. Start learning today.

Explore Kanopy’s collection of films, documentaries, and classic favorites—all available to stream free with your Cheste...
06/17/2026

Explore Kanopy’s collection of films, documentaries, and classic favorites—all available to stream free with your Chester Library card this Father's Day.

LIBBY Magazines have no circulation cap and allow unlimited simultaneous access, so patrons can enjoy every issue of eve...
06/16/2026

LIBBY Magazines have no circulation cap and allow unlimited simultaneous access, so patrons can enjoy every issue of every magazine. With smart tags in Libby, patrons can be notified when each new issue is released. Take a look!

You can listen to the bestselling ACOTAR series from Sarah J. Maas on Hoopla while waiting for books 6 and 7! Both the d...
06/15/2026

You can listen to the bestselling ACOTAR series from Sarah J. Maas on Hoopla while waiting for books 6 and 7! Both the dramatized and not-dramatized versions are available for all five books. Enjoy it free with your library card on Hoopla! https://www.hoopladigital.com/series/6995473460

Bring that same excitement and momentum into your next read on LIBBY! www.libbyapp.com
06/13/2026

Bring that same excitement and momentum into your next read on LIBBY! www.libbyapp.com

Today we're celebrating Patti, a valued member of the Chester CIRC team! Patti is always ready to lend a helping hand at...
06/12/2026

Today we're celebrating Patti, a valued member of the Chester CIRC team! Patti is always ready to lend a helping hand at the library, greeting patrons with a smile and supporting both visitors and colleagues whenever needed.

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⚽ The World Cup excitement is here, and we’re kicking things off with an amazing lineup of soccer books for all ages! St...
06/07/2026

⚽ The World Cup excitement is here, and we’re kicking things off with an amazing lineup of soccer books for all ages! Stop by the library to discover thrilling stories, player bios, and game guides that bring the spirit of the game to Chester!

America 250 at Your Library! Join us as we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States with two fascinating pro...
06/02/2026

America 250 at Your Library!

Join us as we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States with two fascinating programs that bring Revolutionary America to life!

George Washington, New Jersey, and the Revolutionary War
📅 Wednesday, June 10 at 1:30 PM

Revolutionary War lecturer Joel Farkas examines the powerful connection between George Washington, New Jersey, and the struggle for independence. Discover why New Jersey became known as the "Crossroads of the Revolution" and how the state's people, places, and battles helped shape a nation.

📜 The New Jersey Militia in the American Revolution
📅 Wednesday, June 24 at 6:30 PM

Presented by retired U.S. Army Colonel and military historian John Dwyer, this interactive living history program explores the everyday citizens who answered the call to serve. See authentic reproduction artifacts, learn about militia life, and discover the important role New Jersey played in winning independence.

⭐ Learn about:
• Revolutionary War uniforms and equipment
• Daily life of New Jersey militiamen
• Loyalists and Patriots in New Jersey
• George Washington's army and local militia support
• Raids, privateers, and the fight against British trade

🎉 Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with us!
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a student, a homeschool family, or simply curious about the nation's founding, these engaging programs offer a unique opportunity to explore the people and events that helped create the United States.

📍 Registration is required. Register online or contact the library.

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250 W Main Street
Chester, NJ
07930

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Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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