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Library Information

South Salem Branch

Today's hours

We're open 1:00PM to 6:00PM

Tomorrow's hours

We're open 1:00PM to 5:00PM

We're closed Monday May 29 due to Memorial Day
We're closed Sunday June 04 due to Library closed on Sundays between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
We're closed Tuesday May 30
We're closed Wednesday May 31
Mon, May 29 Closed
(Memorial Day)
Tue, May 30 Closed
Wed, May 31 Closed
Thu, Jun 01 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 02 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 03 Closed
Sun, Jun 04 Closed
(Library closed on Sundays between Memorial Day and Labor Day.)
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Mon, May 29 Closed
(Memorial Day)
Tue, May 30 Closed
Wed, May 31 Closed
Thu, Jun 01 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 02 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 03 Closed
Sun, Jun 04 Closed
(Library closed on Sundays between Memorial Day and Labor Day.)
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Address
4297 Broadway Street
South Salem, OH 45681
Tel: 740-702-4145
About the branch

The South Salem Branch, located in Buckskin Elementary, offers storytimes and programming to the students at the school, and also offers walk-in hours for the general public. Public services include books and movies, computer access, free WiFi, and programs for all ages.

On-Site Services

The South Salem Branch 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 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 
  • External book return
  • Programs for all ages
  • Beyond Books Collection – Check out a Chromebook, a WiFi hotspot, a cake pan, or 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

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)

Events
The Bee on Tour! - Mobile Library at South Salem Branch
Mon, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee is taking Bookworm on the road to a branch near you! Check out the Bee, listen to a story, and - weather permitting - play fun outdoor games.
Weird, Wonderful, Wacky Wildlife
Mon, Jun 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
In the Library
Ohio Nature Education will be joining us to explore the stranger side of wildlife, from animals that eat their mates to those who use vomit as a defense mechanism.
Love You to Pieces Craft
Thu, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
In the Library
We love our fathers to pieces, so why not show him how much with this photo frame made with puzzle pieces? Hugs are promised when you give this gift to that lucky guy in your life.
Make A Garden Wreath
Tue, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
In the Library
Join us at South Salem Branch and make a garden-themed wreath using seed packets. Perfect for the front door to display!
Star Spangled Slime
Thu, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
In the Library
It's sticky, shiny, red, white, and blue. This bright and sensory-friendly slime is perfect for the 4th of July!
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