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Winter Reading Challenge 2025
There's snow better time for reading than winter! Join our Winter Reading Challenge, running from January 1 - February 28.

Read books, complete fun activities, and earn the chance to win exciting prizes! This challenge is open to all ages, so whether you're a young reader or a lifelong book lover, there's something for everyone.

Start the year with a good book and the opportunity to win, sign up today!

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Summer Reading Club

Readers of all ages are invited to join us at the library for Summer Reading Club and earn prizes for reading all summer long! The 2018 theme of Summer Reading Club is "Libraries Rock!" and the club will run from June 2 through August 11.
 

Closed May 28

Please note that the library will be closed on Monday, May 28 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 29. Please note that the library will also be closed on Sundays during the summer beginning May 27.

eMagazines Available

Magazines are now available on the OverDrive digital collection! Readers can enjoy convenient access to a variety of popular publications through their browser or the Libby app. Some of the 50 available titles include OK! Magazine, HGTV Magazine, Oprah Magazine, ESPN, The Atlantic, New York Magazine, Newsweek, and Reader’s Digest. Visit the following link to browse the collection: https://clevnet.overdrive.com/clevnet-barberton/magazines
 

Children's Department to Close Temporarily

Please note that the Children’s Department will be closed from Thursday, August 16 - Thursday, August 30 while new carpet is installed. A small selection of movies, games, and books, including those on middle school reading lists, will be available in the lobby to check out. Summer Reading Club prizes will be handed out in the lobby as well. Thank you for your patience during this time.
 
 

Fine Forgiveness in September

To celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month, all late fines are forgiven in September! You just need to stop by the library in person. Replacement cards are also free for the month of September.

Adults who don't already have a library card can get one by bringing an Ohio ID with your current address. Students under the age of 18 need to have a parent or guardian present with ID to get a library card. Children are also eligible for a 3 for Me card if they don't have a parent or guardian with them. Your librarian can help you determine the best card for you.

Some restrictions apply. Fees will not be waived on accounts which have been referred to collections. Lost item and damaged item charges will not be waived. Patrons must stop by the Library in person at any time during the month of September in order to take advantage of this offer.