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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 Thursday January 01 due to New Year's Day
Mon, Dec 29 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 31 9:00AM to 5:00PM
(All locations close at 5 p.m. for New Year's Eve)
Thu, Jan 01 Closed
(New Year's Day)
Fri, Jan 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 04 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Mon, Dec 29 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 31 9:00AM to 5:00PM
(All locations close at 5 p.m. for New Year's Eve)
Thu, Jan 01 Closed
(New Year's Day)
Fri, Jan 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 04 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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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; an outdoor patio, shelterhouse, and children's play area; 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, 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 telescope, or take home some seeds from the Seed Library!
  • Free 1-1 appointments with our Digital Navigator
  • 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

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

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Digital Navigator Open Hours at Northside Branch
Fri, Jan 02, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Cybersecurity Basics
Fri, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Schlegel Meeting Room
Learn essential tips to keep your personal information safe and secure in the digital world.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jan 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Myers Meeting Room
Join us for half an hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of each month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime in both English and Spanish.
Book Buddies Book Club
Thu, Jan 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
A book club for kids who are just beginning and/or reading beginner chapter books. Each month, there is a book that has been specially selected and is available at the Northside Branch.
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Digital Navigator Open Hours at Northside Branch
Fri, Jan 09, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Preschool Winter Art
Fri, Jan 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Join us for a story and fun winter-themed art activities.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Myers Meeting Room
Join us for half an hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of each month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime in both English and Spanish.
Northside Branch Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Calling all homeschoolers! We would love to have you hangout with us. We will do various hands on activities each month.
Pajama Party Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
Wear your pajamas and wind down for the evening with us during this cozy storytime.
Noodles & Nostalgia: A Studio Ghibli Evening
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Step into the world of Studio Ghibli with a cozy afternoon of crafts, ramen, and whimsy.
Dragon Appreciation Day!
Thu, Jan 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
Celebrate the magic of dragons! Enjoy a horde of activities, from dragon painting and crafts to tasty snacks and more.
Digital Navigator Open Hours at Northside Branch
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Preschool Penguin Storytime
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
In honor of Penguin Appreciation Day, join us for a special storytime and fun activities celebrating these cool birds.
Writers Group
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Calling all writers, aspiring or experienced! Join our monthly writers group to connect with fellow storytellers, sharpen your craft, and share your work in a supportive environment.
Dolly Day at the Library!
Wed, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Happy Birthday, Dolly Parton! Join us for games, crafts, stories, and music as we celebrate all the joy Dolly Parton brings.
Scholarship Workshop
Thu, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
Learn effective tips for searching, completing, and prioritizing scholarships that match your interests. Discover how to stay organized and boost your chances of success!
Digital Navigator Open Hours at Northside Branch
Fri, Jan 23, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Art after Dark: Glow Paint and Sip Night
Fri, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
Let's light up the night and make some glowing works of art after we close the library. Make it a date or bring a friend. Enjoy snacks and glowing drinks.
Registration opens Thursday, January 1 2026 at 9:00am
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Myers Meeting Room
Join us for half an hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of each month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime in both English and Spanish.
Winter Sowing with "The Wild Ones"
Mon, Jan 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
Plan ahead for your 2026 garden! Learn the basics of winter sowing for native plants and veggies, then try your hand at making herbal soap with a presenter from Wild Ones.
Watercolor Geometric Painting
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Schlegel Meeting Room
Create a unique piece of artwork with tape and watercolor paints!
Tea for Teens!
Tue, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room
January is National Tea Month! Celebrate with us by sampling a variety of teas -- hot, cold, or boba. Mix and match your favorites, and bring a friend to join the fun!
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