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Library Information

Main Library

Today's hours

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

Tomorrow's hours

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

Mon, Dec 04 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 05 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 06 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Dec 07 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 10 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Mon, Dec 04 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 05 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 06 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Dec 07 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 10 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Address
140 South Paint Street
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Tel: 740-702-4145
About the branch

You can do it all at the Main Library. The Main Library features a robust collection on three floors, several meeting rooms for public reservation, library and community-sponsored programs for all ages, a computer and reference lab, children's room, genealogy and local history room, our Book-a-Bike program and more!

On-Site Services

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

  • 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 
  • External book return on Paint Street
  • Genealogy and Local History Room with microfilm collection
  • A meeting room and telehealth room available for community non-profit use
  • Programs for all ages!
  • An Art Gallery Space for public exhibits
  • Beyond Books Collection – Check out a Chromebook, a WiFi hotspot, a cake pan, some seeds from the Seed Library, or even a bicycle!
  • 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 the Main Library

Events
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Dec 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room C
The Children's Clothing Bank, located in the Main Library Annex and operated by the First Presbyterian Church of Chillicothe, provides clothes for children ranging in size from infant to teens.
Budding Bookworms: Winter Shenaningans!
Wed, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area
The weather outside might be frightful, but Budding Bookworms is nice and cozy at the Main Library! Join us for crafts, playtime, and bubbles while the stories take a break for December.
Duct Tape Gifts
Wed, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Annex Room A
Snack, chat, & make presents with us! Yes, that includes for yourself.
Discovery Garden
Thu, Dec 07, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Annex Room A
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
TAB: Teen Advisory Board
Thu, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Annex Room E
Looking to earn community service hours or gain volunteer experience for a job or college application? Help us plan (and pull off) shenanigans while you eat snacks!
Adult Crafty Afternoon
Fri, Dec 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Annex Room A
Calling all crafty adults! Embrace your artistic side during our crafty afternoon. All materials provided. November - Canvas Embroidery December - Stamp Carving January - Wood Burning Craft
Friends of the Library Meeting
Mon, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Annex Room A
Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Library.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Dec 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room C
The Children's Clothing Bank, located in the Main Library Annex and operated by the First Presbyterian Church of Chillicothe, provides clothes for children ranging in size from infant to teens.
Read to a Listening Dog at Main Library
Tue, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area
Reluctant readers or kids first learning to read are encouraged to pay a visit to our listening dog. Call the library to reserve your 15-minute time slot on the available Tuesdays at the Main Library.
Budding Bookworms: Winter Shenaningans!
Wed, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area
The weather outside might be frightful, but Budding Bookworms is nice and cozy at the Main Library! Join us for crafts, playtime, and bubbles while the stories take a break for December.
Library Board Meeting
Wed, Dec 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Room A
Library board meetings are typically held the second Wednesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. in the Main Library Annex.
Evening Budding Bookworms
Wed, Dec 13, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Children's Area
The Budding Bookworms you know and love but in the evening! We'll have stories, songs, and activities to help little ones wind down from the day.
Discovery Garden
Thu, Dec 14, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Annex Room A
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
Teen Game Night
Thu, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Annex Room E
Hey Teens! Join us at the Main Library Annex for Teen Game Night. We'll have a large selection of games, puzzles, and more to choose from!
Rescheduled
Horror Book Club
Thu, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Thursday, December 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Do you love to be scared? We'll be discussing the most terrifying books the library has to offer. Read our suggested monthly book or bring a horror book recommendation to share with the group!
Horror Book Club
Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Annex Room D
Do you love to be scared? We'll be discussing the most terrifying books the library has to offer. Read our suggested monthly book or bring a horror book recommendation to share with the group!
Budding Bookworms: Saturday Shenanigans!
Sat, Dec 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Area
The Budding Bookworms you know and love, but on Saturday! We'll have stories, songs, and activities to help little ones have a fun weekend!
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Dec 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room C
The Children's Clothing Bank, located in the Main Library Annex and operated by the First Presbyterian Church of Chillicothe, provides clothes for children ranging in size from infant to teens.
Budding Bookworms: Winter Shenaningans!
Wed, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area
The weather outside might be frightful, but Budding Bookworms is nice and cozy at the Main Library! Join us for crafts, playtime, and bubbles while the stories take a break for December.
Brown Bag Book Club **New Location**
Wed, Dec 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
Our Brown Bag Book Club meets at lunch time on the third Wednesday of each month at the Main Library on Paint Street. Feel free to bring your lunch to enjoy as we talk.
Discovery Garden
Thu, Dec 21, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Annex Room A
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
Cozy Movie Night
Fri, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Annex Room B
Come get cozy at the Main Library and watch a holiday classic with us: The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe! Cozy pajamas and blankets are welcome.
Closed for the Holiday
Sun, Dec 24, All day
All library locations are closed for the holiday.
Closed for the Holiday
Mon, Dec 25, All day
All library locations are closed for the holiday.
Closed for the Holiday
Tue, Dec 26, All day
All library locations are closed for the holiday.
Canceled
Budding Bookworms: Winter Shenaningans!
Wed, Dec 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
The weather outside might be frightful, but Budding Bookworms is nice and cozy at the Main Library! Join us for crafts, playtime, and bubbles while the stories take a break for December.
Canceled
Evening Budding Bookworms
Wed, Dec 27, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
The Budding Bookworms you know and love but in the evening! We'll have stories, songs, and activities to help little ones wind down from the day.
Discovery Garden
Thu, Dec 28, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Annex Room A
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
Closed for the Holiday
Sun, Dec 31, All day
All library locations are closed for the holiday.
Closed for the Holiday
Mon, Jan 01, All day
All library locations are closed for the holiday.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Jan 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room C
The Children's Clothing Bank, located in the Main Library Annex and operated by the First Presbyterian Church of Chillicothe, provides clothes for children ranging in size from infant to teens.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Jan 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Come listen to some great stories and songs. Storytime helps develop a young child's literacy skills and nurtures a love of reading.
Hygge for Teens
Wed, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Annex Room E
Hygge means COZY! Come learn about the Danish way of creating mental warmth & comfort during the winter months. Feel free to bring a squishmallow or stuffy & wear your comfiest layers to celebrate.
Discovery Garden
Thu, Jan 04, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Annex Room A
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
SCOJFS Family Resource Fair
Thu, Jan 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Annex Room B
Each month, county resource providers will be in attendance to provide a wide arrangement of local services. This is a community-sponsored event.
Winter String Art
Thu, Jan 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Annex Room E
Winter is here! Come create a one-of-a-kind piece of winter string art with us at the Main Library!
Registration opens Thursday, December 14 2023 at 9:00am
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