Caldwell Public Library Newsletter — May 1, 2026

New Library UPDATE!

See how far it's come!


As the countdown to moving day continues, we spotlight different aspects of the library-in-progress for you to get excited about!


We have been sharing construction photos with you, but once you see them side-by-side, you can see how far the new library has come. Above, we highlight the Community Hall (aka the program room). The before and after is stunning, but look closer and you get a little more information. The room itself is nicely sized to accommodate programs for more people to enjoy. At the back of the photo is the screen for our new A/V system, a feature we are proud to share with you. Movies, larger-scale presentations, and more will be possible in the new space. And, this photo is a recent one, which gives you an idea of the completeness of the construction. In short, it's not ready yet!


We have no solid moving date yet, but we are getting very close! Stay tuned...


Youth Programs

Adult Programs

Magical May, what's in store? More light, more heat, more...laughter?

Yes, this month's Zoom with Marisa Merrigan Robertazzi aims to put a smile on your face as the weather just gets better and better!


Wednesday, May 27 at 7pm


Email librarian@caldwellpl.org for Zoom link.



Tell us your library story!

We want to hear from you!


The Caldwell Public Library Foundation wants to hear why the library is special to you.


Email cplf@caldwellpl.org your answer to the prompts below, or simply share what keeps bringing you back to our library!


  • When did you realize that the Caldwell Public Library was a place for you?


  • What's your favorite memory of the Library?


  • Will you miss the trailer when it's gone?

Virtual Programs

Virtual adult programs from NJ State Library!


While our programming is limited in preparation for our upcoming move, you can check out what the NJ State Library has to offer!

Their virtual program offerings span topics that are cultural, informative, legal, and personal.


Featured in the coming weeks:


Webinar: Retirement Readiness for State Employees

Tuesday, May 5, 10am-11am


Webinar: The Real “Stolen Election”: Frank Hague and New Jersey’s 1937 Race for Governor

Tuesday, May 12, 12pm-1pm


Webinar: Communicating Effectively With Dementia

Thursday, May 14, 12pm-1pm


Webinar: Financial Planning for Mid-Career Professionals

Tuesday, May 19, 12pm-1pm


Webinar: Understanding Your Pension Benefits for PERS Members

Tuesday, May 26, 1pm-2:30pm


Click here for more programs, info, and to register!

Save the Date!

Help Build a Library for the Future

Be a Part of Your Library's New Chapter!


Excited about what you're seeing? Your library has been welcoming Caldwell residents for over 100 years, and now we are fully outfitting a new library space to welcome you for the next hundred. New features include a re-imagined Children's Corner, a spacious Community Hall to accommodate larger programs, the Hub patron business center with an enclosed Study, and a dedicated Teen Lounge. We will be thrilled to open our new doors to you very soon.


Invest in your future library. Your donation will go toward current technology and a warm and welcoming space to make the NEW Caldwell Public Library the place where you can find what you are looking for. Please be a part of your community's future and make a generous donation today.


Click below to donate online.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

At Caldwell Public Library, we celebrate books every day—and if you love to read, your kids will, too!


Join our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program and curate a world of reading for your child just as they are starting to experience the world around them. Books you read together count, as do each multiple reading of the same book! You'd be amazed how many books you read.


Stop by the library to learn more and get started!

From the Borough of Caldwell: Caldwell Connect

Learn more about the Borough of Caldwell's new app and download it today.

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