Did you know that anyone can become a Friend of Rowan Public Library? Celebrate #FriendsOfLibrariesWeek by registering yourself or your family to be Friends of RPL members.
To learn more about becoming a Friend of RPL, visit friendsofrpl.org.
Ready to revisit a classic? “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury is a reminder of why stories matter.
To find this book and more, search our library catalog at RowanPublicLibrary.org. Questions? 980-432-8670.
Here is a little sneak peek of what will be available at the Friends of RPL Quarterly Book Sale. Find these items and more on Saturday, October 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at RPL Headquarters in Salisbury. To learn more, call 704-216-8242.
Celebrate #FriendsOfLibrariesWeek with @ALALibrary and RPL as we recognize the hard work Friends groups do in their library systems!
Fun Fact: Friends of RPL are quite busy with many projects they do to support RPL. Check out this graphic to learn more!
It's Friends of Libraries Week 2026! Thank you, Friends of RPL, for supporting Rowan Public Library. Your time, effort, and energy help make RPL a great place to be!
Become a Friends of RPL member! Memberships start at $10. Visit friendsofrpl.org to learn more.
The Friends of RPL Quarterly Book Sale is Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at RPL HQ. Shop books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, and more. Cash and cards accepted; bring your own bags. Every purchase supports library programs and services. To learn more, call 704-216-8242.

ALT Graphic titled “Friends of RPL Quarterly Book Sale Price List.” The Rowan Public Library logo appears in the upper left corner. The price list includes: Adult and Young Adult hardbacks, $4; paperbacks of any size or shape, $1; children's books, hardcover or paperback, any size or shape, $1; CDs, DVDs, and audiobooks, $1; 1,000+ piece puzzles, $4; and puzzles with 800 pieces or fewer, $2. A note at the bottom reads, “All other items are priced as marked.” The design features dark blue text on a light background with a red border.
During this year's celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Revolution, “The British Are Coming” by Rick Atkinson offers a gripping account of the war’s opening years.
To find this book and more, search our library catalog at RowanPublicLibrary.org. Questions? 980-432-8670.
RPL Headquarters
Thurs., Oct. 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
New small business owners are invited to a free financing workshop by Rowan-Cabarrus Community College's Small Business Center. Learn about options available to access business funding.
Register at bit.ly/sbc-rpl.
On Fri., Oct. 9 at RPL HQ in Salisbury, see Katherine Reay on her Undercover Bookshop Book Tour. Doors will open at 1:30 p.m. and the event will begin at 2 p.m. A book signing and refreshments will follow Katherine's talk. For more information about the event, call 704-216-8232.
A powerful story for middle grade readers, “Small Mercies” by Bridget Krone shows how kindness, courage, and determination can change lives.
To find this book and more, search our library catalog at RowanPublicLibrary.org. Questions? 980-432-8670.
UPDATE: Power at RPL South in China Grove has been restored. The facility will open at 2:30 p.m. today, Wednesday, October 7. RPL South's Art in the Afternoon program will run as scheduled at 4 p.m.
To reach RPL South staff, call 704-216-7727.
RPL South in China Grove is closed Wednesday, October 7 due to widespread power outages. RPL South's morning programs are canceled. RPL Headquarters, East, and West are operating under regular business hours. For immediate assistance, please call 980-432-8670.
October’s golden glow shines on these amazing authors! Register, submit questions, and view more Virtual Author Talks here: bit.ly/RPL_VAT
Happy Library Card Sign-up Month!
You can use a RPL card to check out items from the Library of Things. The Library of Things collection has a variety of games, early literacy kits, blood pressure kits, and more! Check out the LOTs items at bit.ly/RPL_LOTs.
Not every summer is as sunny as it seems. “Sunny Side Up” by Jennifer L. Holm explores family struggles, resilience, and hope.
To find this book and more, search our library catalog at RowanPublicLibrary.org. Questions? 980-432-8670.
On Fri., Oct. 9 at RPL HQ at 2 p.m., see @Katherine_Reay on her Undercover Bookshop Book Tour. A book signing and refreshments will follow Katherine's talk. Books will be sold onsite at the event by Fred & June's Books. For more information about the event, call 704-216-8232.
Celebrate the joy of community & culture with GRAMMY-winning artist and acclaimed author Lucky Diaz during our online talk about his award-winning, bilingual children's book, Paletero Man. Thurs., September 24th at 7 p.m.
Register and ask questions here: bit.ly/RPL_VAT
Happy Library Card Sign-up Month!
You can use a Rowan Public Library card to read eBooks, listen to Audiobooks, and stream movies and TV shows!
To learn more, visit any RPL branch or call 980-432-8670.
Novant Health's Community Care Cruiser is stopping by RPL East in Rockwell on Monday, September 21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit for free health screenings and education.
The Care Cruiser is walk-in friendly, but appointments can be scheduled in advance by calling 844-644-3578.
Ready for a fresh take on a familiar tale? “Cinder” by Marissa Meyer takes the classic Cinderella story into the future with cyborgs, danger, romance, and nonstop adventure.
To find this book & more, search our library catalog at RowanPublicLibrary.org. Questions? 980-432-8670.



















