Roanoke Rapids Recreation

01/16/2026

It's tournament time for all our youth basketball leagues. Check out the schedule below and come cheer the teams on next week!

01/14/2026

Here is an update to the P*e Wee Boys Tournament! Come cheer on the teams tomorrow at the Rec Center!

01/12/2026

Save the date for an upcoming craft at the public library!
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10TH @ 4PM

01/07/2026

TAX SEASON FAQ'S FROM ROANOKE RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY

Where can I get paper tax forms?
• The Roanoke Rapids Public Library will print 2 free copies of IRS and NC tax forms (not including instruction booklets) for each individual. Additional copies are $0.20 per page (Credit card minimum is $10). Instruction booklets are available to view through the IRS and NC Department of Revenue websites only. Due to the volume of pages, we will not print instruction booklets.
• IRS tax forms are available online at https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/forms-and-publications-by-us-mail or by phone at 800-829-3676
• NC tax forms can be requested online at https://www.ncdor.gov/taxes-forms/order-certain-tax-forms-and-instructions or by phone at 1-877-252-3052 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Does the library provide filing assistance?
• The Free File Alliance collaborates with the IRS and state revenue agencies to provide free electronic tax services to taxpayers who qualify. Details are available at https://www.ncdor.gov/file-pay/efile-resources-taxpayers/nc-free-file
• Free tax help is available through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE), which are available through the IRS or by calling 1-800-829-1040. Certain eligibility requirements apply.

Are there any tax forms the library cannot print for use?
• Some forms are only available through your employer (such as a W-2) or through a provider (such as a 1095-B). There are also some forms that are printable for information only but cannot be used for filing (such as 1099-MISC, 1095-A, and 1096).

FOR ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING HOW TO FILL OUT TAX FORMS, PLEASE CONSULT A CPA OR CERTIFIED TAX PREPARER.

The following lists of eFile provider websites have been approved for the preparation and online electronic filing of state and federal individual

12/25/2025

From all of us at the library, wishing our community a Merry Christmas and happy holidays! 🎄📚

12/22/2025

The public library will have modified holiday hours this week. Please come visit us today or tomorrow! We have a lot of reading options for kids and grownups, plus our self-service wrapping station is still available. We have an assortment of wrapping paper, bows, tags, tissue paper, and gift bags, plus tape and scissors.

12/17/2025

The library staff of Roanoke Rapids Public Library would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our wonderful patrons who showed up and participated in our annual Grinchmas party! We also want to thank our awesome team of volunteers including students from the Roanoke Rapids Early College who helped make this event possible.

12/15/2025

The Roanoke Rapids Public Library will host our annual Grinchy Christmas Party TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16. This is for families and children. We will have multiple games and craft stations after the read aloud.
We will be reading "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" promptly at 4 PM. If you child will not sit quietly during the reading, please wait until 4:15 to come inside. This is to ensure we have a positive group experience with minimal disruptions.

Public service will end at 3 PM. All library staff will be participating in this program so computers and checkouts will not be available after 3 PM. Thank you for your cooperation!

12/09/2025

All youth basketball games scheduled for Tuesday, December 9th have been canceled, and will be rescheduled at a later date.

12/09/2025

Roanoke Rapids Parks & Recreation facilities will operate on a delayed opening beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 due to inclement weather.

12/08/2025

The holiday spirit was on full display this weekend as our community gathered for the annual Roanoke Rapids Christmas Parade, celebrating creativity, tradition, and hometown pride. We are pleased to announce this year’s award winners and honorable mentions in the following categories:

Church floats:
1st place - Greater Joy North Church

Honorable mention - New Testament Christian Church

Christmas floats:
1st place - Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Halifax County

Honorable mentions - Concrete Rose Dance Academy; Pearce Concrete Works; Eastern Medical Transport; Weldon City Schools Cheerleaders

Car & Tractor Clubs:
1st place - Stray Cats

Honorable mention - Roanoke River Antique Engine and Tractor Club

Fire & Rescue:
1st place - Northampton County EMS

Honorable mention - Roanoke Valley Rescue

Bands:
1st place - KIPP High Marching band

We extend our sincere appreciation to our host bands - Roanoke Rapids High School and Chaloner Middle School, whose outstanding performances helped set a festive tone for the event. While host bands are not eligible for competition judging, their contributions remain an essential part of the parade’s success.

Winners should expect to receive a phone call this week to arrange pick up for their trophies and prizes.