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Library Information

Northside Branch

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 7:00PM

Tomorrow's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

We're closed Sunday May 12 due to Closed on Sundays through the Summer
Mon, May 06 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 07 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 08 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 09 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 11 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 12 Closed
(Closed on Sundays through the Summer)
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Mon, May 06 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 07 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 08 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 09 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 11 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 12 Closed
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Address
550 Buckeye Street
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Tel: 740-702-4145
About the branch

The Northside Library is a wonderful place to relax and convene. It features several meeting spaces which are available for nonprofit use, programs for all ages, and is home to our Beyond Books collection of unique items for circulation.

On-Site Services

Get lost browsing our stacks while searching for your next read! The Northside Branch houses fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, audiobooks, magazines, large print, books for kids and teens, music, movies, and much more, including:

  • Drive-through window with book return slot
  • Computers and laptops with high-speed Internet and Microsoft Office software
  • Photocopy and Remote Printing services – black & white and color prints, $.10 page for black and white, $.50 per page for color
  • Faxing service – All local and toll-free faxing is free.  For long distance faxes, the charge is $1 for every five pages, with a maximum cost per fax of $3.  No international faxes. 
  • Reference service
  • Free notary public service (Please call ahead at 740-702-4145)
  • Free, open WiFi in our library and parking lot
  • Large and small meeting rooms as well as a shelter house available for community non-profit use
  • Programs for all ages!
  • An Art Gallery Space for public exhibits
  • Book-a-Bike and explore the downtown area!
  • Beyond Books Collection – Browse our ever-growing collection of nontraditional items available for checkout. Borrow a Chromebook, a WiFi hotspot, a cake pan, or take home some seeds from the Seed Library!
  • Free 1-1 Tech Tutoring and Northstar Digital Learning Assessment proctoring
  • Teacher, Parent & Caregiver Collections – Let us curate a collection of children’s books for your little ones, specific to any topic or interest.
  • Book Match – Tell us your preferences, and we'll help you find the perfect next read.
  • Bookworm Summer Reading Program for all ages
  • Peer Recovery Support - Our Peer Recovery Supporter is here to listen and provide helpful resources.

Also check out our robust offering of Online Resources, available for free with your library card.

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All locations, hours, and holidays/closings (printable PDF)

Book a meeting space at Northside

Events
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, May 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Do you need someone to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs that can accompany you to make your day better.
Minecraft Club
Thu, May 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B
Mark your calendars! The third Thursday of every month is Minecraft Club at the Northside Branch. You will use creative mode to build anything you want or choose our monthly theme.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, May 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Do you need someone to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs that can accompany you to make your day better.
Dungeons and Dragons 101 for Adults!
Thu, May 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
Ready to learn what Dungeons & Dragons is all about? This class will introduce you to this popular role-playing game. No experience is necessary!
Art Show: Steven Riggs
Mon, Jun 03, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Selected works by artist Steven Riggs will be on display at the Northside Branch throughout the months of June and July.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Myers Meeting Room,Shelterhouse
Join us for half an hour of music, movement, and short stories, followed by open play until 11. On the last Monday of the month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime offered in English and Spanish.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Do you need someone to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs that can accompany you to make your day better.
Art Show: Steven Riggs
Tue, Jun 04, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Selected works by artist Steven Riggs will be on display at the Northside Branch throughout the months of June and July.
Teen Book Art & Boba
Tue, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Myers Meeting Room,Patio
Enjoy boba tea, create your own special edition book with painted or sprayed edges, and chat about your favorite books.
Art Show: Steven Riggs
Wed, Jun 05, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Selected works by artist Steven Riggs will be on display at the Northside Branch throughout the months of June and July.
Bookworm Kickoff!
Wed, Jun 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room B,Myers Meeting Room,Conference Room,Shelterhouse
It's Bookworm Time! Help us kick off eight weeks of summer reading with snow cones, face painting, games, and tons of FUN!
Art Show: Steven Riggs
Thu, Jun 06, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Selected works by artist Steven Riggs will be on display at the Northside Branch throughout the months of June and July.
Art Reception: Steven Riggs
Thu, Jun 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Enjoy the display at the Northside Art Gallery and converse with the artist himself! Light refreshments provided.
Art Show: Steven Riggs
Fri, Jun 07, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Selected works by artist Steven Riggs will be on display at the Northside Branch throughout the months of June and July.
Art Show: Steven Riggs
Sat, Jun 08, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Selected works by artist Steven Riggs will be on display at the Northside Branch throughout the months of June and July.
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