The River Vale Free Public Library is committed to providing quality services, resources and lifelong learning opportunities to meet the informational, educational, cultural and recreational needs and interests of its residents.

The library is a forum for all points of view and provides free and equal access to its collection and services.

The River Vale Free Public Library opened on November 20, 1952 as an association library, in a basement classroom in the Roberge School. It was staffed by volunteers and was open four hours a week. The budget for the year was $250, most of which was spent on books.

The Town's first librarian was hired in 1955, and, in 1964, the library was municipalized and moved to the former police headquarters. When it became clear that a larger building was needed, a bond was passed to create the current 8,000 square foot structure, which opened in 1983. The library celebrated its Grand Re-Opening in March of 2010 following an extensive interior renovation which reconfigured the library setting to accommodate the various user groups who frequent the library. In addition to an updated Children’s Room and ADA compliant Circulation Desk, the new design added a Young Adult Area, Quiet Reading Area, ESL Conference Room, and a number of patron computers.

The Library has an extensive collection of the latest in books, DVDs, music CDs, and audio books. In addition to regular library programming, the library hosts community groups who utilize our conference rooms for non-profit activities. Art exhibitions by local artists are held on a monthly basis.