Patron Resources

Voter Information & Resources

Public Libraries & Voter Assistance

One of the best resources during elections is your local library. New Jersey Public Libraries provide information and assistance to voters and prospective voters.

 

How to Vote in New Jersey

Download this New Jersey Votes PDF (click here for Spanish, Creole, Hindi, Korean, Chinese) with voting information and share it with your friends and family!

Remember that the voter registration deadline for the General Election is October 15, 2024.

Voter Information and Assistance Line: 1-877-NJ-VOTER (1-877-658-6837)

To register to vote online, you will need a current and valid NJ ID or a Social Security number.

If you would like a paper copy, you can download them by County, or pick one up from the Library. Need assistance or have questions? Visit our Reference Librarian. or need assistance.

Not sure if you’re registered to vote? Enter your name and DOB to search for your record.

 

Interested in more this election?

If you’re looking for non-partisan information on voting and the candidates, visit https://justfacts.votesmart.org/.

VOTE411 will also provide you with a preview of your personalized ballot so you can learn where candidates running for office in your community stand on the issues before Election Day.

If you’re help increase voter registration and spread the word, visit:

For even more information: The League of Women Voters of New Jersey is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization whose purpose is to promote political responsibility through informed and active participation of citizens in government.

 

Did you know the Division of Elections is seeking New Jersey citizens to assist by serving as poll workers?

24/7, We’ve Got You Covered! Read, Watch, and Listen for Free

Did you know you can access free books, movies, and more—anytime, anywhere—with your Red Bank Public Library card?

Libby

Libby is the library reading app and is the best way to instantly access books, audiobooks, magazines and read-along books, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! 

Libby is available to use on smartphones, tablets, and Kindle devices. When you download Libby to your device, follow the prompts to connect your Library card to the app. From there, you can immediately begin browsing for books. And, just like at the Library, Libby lets you place holds, check-out, read, and return books. Libby even lets you connect multiple Library cards to your account! 

Download Libby by visiting the App Store or Google Play Store, and search Libby. 

Hoopla Digital

While you’re downloading Libby, don’t forget to check out Hoopla Digital

Hoopla is available to our patrons with a Library card and is a one-stop service for free digital content. In other words, Hoopla is free-to-use and provides you with access to 300,000+ digital movies, TV shows, music, e-books, and more!

Like Libby, Hoopla is an app that can be used on smartphones and tablets. You can also use Hoopla on a computer by visiting www.hoopladigital.com. To access Hoopla, you will need to create an account with your email address and a new password. 

Once you start using Hoopla, you can browse and borrow e-books, audiobooks, comics, movies, television shows and movies. My Hoopla will show your borrowing history, recommendations, popular and curated collections.

Freegal Music

Finally, if you’re looking for free music, the Red Bank Public Library has you covered with Freegal Music! 

Freegal Music offers access to over 11 million songs, including Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists. Our library subscription provides you with the opportunity to stream music for personal use, right from the comfort of your own home. 

You can access Freegal Music online, or download the app from the App Store or Google Play

Need help adding these apps to your device? Have a question about adding your Library card to Libby? Stop by the Reference Desk, and we’ll be happy to help!