Rochester Public Library - Minnesota

09/01/2026

Our parking pilot has ended. Thank you to the Rochester Public Library Foundation and the Friends of the Rochester Public Library for supporting this pilot.

Please take our survey, even if you didn’t participate in the pilot. Your feedback is valuable! https://polco.us/stvafe

08/21/2026

Comics Plus® is now available!

Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of digital graphic novels, manga, and picture books — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

Whether you’re into superheroes, manga, graphic novels, or great reads for kids, there’s something for everyone.

Children's Collection: https://rochesterplmncl.librarypass.com/
Teen Collection: https://rochesterplmntl.librarypass.com/
Adult/Full Collection: https://rochesterplmnfc.librarypass.com/

08/19/2026

Don’t let your Summer Playlist end on a cliffhanger!

There’s still time to finish your Summer Playlist log. Turn in your completed reading and activity log at the library or on the Bookmobile by August 31 to pick up your custom Summer Playlist bookbag.

Learn more at rplmn.org/playlist.

07/21/2026

07/20/2026

We've got a ton of programs and events going on this week! Be sure to join us tonight for another candidate primary. On Wednesday, it's the day you've been waiting for: Meet Elephant and Piggie! Then on Friday, join us at McQuillan Field Park for storytime. For all the details, visit our library calendar: https://rochesterpubliclibrary.librarymarket.com/events/upcoming

07/16/2026

Celebrate resilience, representation and the power of authentic storytelling with
Kanopy’s Disability Pride Month collection. This curated selection centers the
voices and experiences of the disabled community through powerful films that
challenge stereotypes, spark meaningful conversation and showcase a wide range
of perspectives.

Explore our Disability Pride collection, film synopses, and more details at kanopy.com/category/64948

RPL is piloting this service for 2026 and then will review options for 2027. Kanopy is available only to Olmsted County residents whose primary library service provider is RPL.

07/15/2026

🔥 Is the sidewalk hot enough to fry your flip-flops?
Escape the heat and step into the wonderfully air-conditioned Library Lobby and the Friends' Bookstore! No sweating. No melting. No risk of becoming sidewalk toast.
Bonus: Everything in the bookstore is HALF PRICE!