Beat the heat: Extended library hours & other ways to stay cool

Updated June 27, 2024

Due to the upcoming heat wave, the Downtown Library will be extending hours for cooling. Library services will be limited during extended hours. Cold bottled water will be distributed to anyone in need. Here are the hours during the forecasted days above 100 degrees: 
Downtown Library - 225 Taylor Street - Extended hours
July 1-3               9:00am - 8:00pm
July 4                  12:00pm - 8:00pm
July 5-6               10:00am - 8:00pm
July 7                  12:00pm - 8:00pm
July 8-10             9:00am - 8:00pm 

Here are some other ways to stay safe as the summer temperatures heat up and places to go to cool down.

Following these tips will help you stay safe during the warm weather:

  • Drink plenty of water (2-4 glasses of water every hour if you are physically active and out in direct heat).
  • Wear lightweight, light colored loose fitting clothing as well as a hat and sunglasses when outdoors.
  • Always apply sunscreen and limit exposure during mid-day.
  • When participating in outdoor activities, do so with a buddy and pace yourself in the heat.
  • Always monitor those at risk for heat related illnesses especially those on medications for heart disease, high blood pressure, etc. as they may be affected more by the heat.
  • Never leave children, infants or pets inside vehicles.
  • Provide pets with plenty of water and shade.
  • Get more tips on ways to stay safe during this period of warm weather here

If you are looking for a place to cool off, these City facilities have the following operational hours (check holiday hours) :

Vernon Street Town Square Spray Ground - 311 Vernon Street
10:00am-8:00pm daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day
10:00am-7:00pm daily, Labor Day – September 30

Crabb Park Spray Ground - 1000 Scarborough Drive
10:00am-8:00pm daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day
10:00am-7:00pm daily, Labor Day – September 30

Roseville Aquatics Complex - 3051 Woodcreek Oaks Boulevard
(July 4 - Open 12–4 p.m. for recreational swim)
Recreational Swim
1:00–4:00pm, Tuesday - Friday
1:00–5:00pm, Saturday - Sunday
Family Night Swim
7:15-9:00pm, Tuesday - Thursday
Recreational Swim & Family Night admission for ages 2+: $7. Under 2 are free with an adult admission

Johnson Pool - 100 D Street
Closed for renovations

Mike Shellito Indoor Pool - 10210 Fairway Drive
(July 4 - Open 7–11 a.m., no group fitness classes)

Recreational Swim
1:30–3:30pm, Tuesday - Thursday
1:00–4:00pm, Saturday - Sunday
Recreational Swim admission for ages 2+: $7. Under 2 are free with an adult admission

Downtown Library - 225 Taylor Street
(See extended hours above)
9:00am - 7:00pm, Monday
9:00am - 6:00pm, Tuesday - Wednesday
9:00am - 5:00pm, Thursday
10:00am - 5:00pm, Friday - Saturday
Closed Sunday

Maidu Library - 1530 Maidu Drive
(Closed July 4)

9:00am - 6:00pm, Monday - Wednesday
9:00am - 5:00pm, Thursday
10:00am - 5:00pm, Friday - Saturday
Closed Sunday 

Martha Riley Community Library - 1501 Pleasant Grove Boulevard
(Closed July 4)

9:00am - 6:00pm, Monday - Wednesday
9:00am - 5:00pm, Thursday
10:00am - 5:00pm, Friday - Saturday
Closed Sunday 

Utility Exploration Center - 1501 Pleasant Grove Boulevard
(Closed July 4)

Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am - 4:00pm
Closed Sunday and Monday 

Public transit:
For transportation to any of these locations, ride Roseville Transit. Facilities are served by Local bus routes as well as Arrow on-demand service. Plan your trip online, or by calling (916) or (530) 745-7560.  

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