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Library Information

Northside Branch

Today's hours

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

Tomorrow's hours

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

Mon, Jun 02 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 03 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 04 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 05 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 08 Closed
Mon, Jun 02 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 03 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 04 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 05 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 08 Closed

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

Book a meeting space at Northside

Events
Fri, Jun 06, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Fri, Jun 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Enjoy a reading of the popular children's book Chicka Chicka Boom Boom and then explore the story through fun STEAM activities.

Sat, Jun 07, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Mon, Jun 09, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Reading Garden
A half hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of the month, a bilingual storytime is offered in English and Spanish.

Mon, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Need a comforting companion to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs to brighten your day!Register

Tue, Jun 10, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Tue, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Create a colorful macrame rainbow craft with pride!

Wed, Jun 11, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Wed, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
Celebrate the upcoming release of the new "How to Train Your Dragon" movie with games, snacks, and activities!

Wed, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shelterhouse
Each summer, CRCPL hosts a summer music series on the Northside Library lawn featuring a variety of local talent. Bring a chair, a snack, and a friend to enjoy an hour of music.

Thu, Jun 12, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Fri, Jun 13, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Fri, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Enjoy a firefly storytime that will be sure to have you glowing! We'll read Eric Carle's "The Very Lonely Firefly," make a craft, play a game, and more!

Sat, Jun 14, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Mon, Jun 16, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Mon, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Reading Garden
A half hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of the month, a bilingual storytime is offered in English and Spanish.

Mon, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B
Create an easy hand-sewn version of the beloved 90's Doodle Bear. We'll have everything you need to create your bear and markers for you to doodle when finished.

Mon, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Need a comforting companion to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs to brighten your day!Register

Tue, Jun 17, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Tue, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Calling all teens to join us for game night! It's not just any game night: we will also be learning to play using Spanish!

Tue, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shelterhouse
Each summer, CRCPL hosts a summer music series on the Northside Library lawn featuring a variety of local talent. Bring a chair, a snack, and a friend to enjoy an hour of music.

Wed, Jun 18, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Wed, Jun 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shelterhouse
Each summer, CRCPL hosts a summer music series on the Northside Library lawn featuring a variety of local talent. Bring a chair, a snack, and a friend to enjoy an hour of music.

Fri, Jun 20, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Sat, Jun 21, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Mon, Jun 23, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Mon, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Reading Garden
A half hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of the month, a bilingual storytime is offered in English and Spanish.

Mon, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Need a comforting companion to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs to brighten your day!Register

Tue, Jun 24, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Wed, Jun 25, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Wed, Jun 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shelterhouse
Each summer, CRCPL hosts a summer music series on the Northside Library lawn featuring a variety of local talent. Bring a chair, a snack, and a friend to enjoy an hour of music.

Thu, Jun 26, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Thu, Jun 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
A Book Club for kids that 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

Fri, Jun 27, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Sat, Jun 28, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Mon, Jun 30, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Mon, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Reading Garden
A half hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of the month, a bilingual storytime is offered in English and Spanish.

Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
A colorful celebration of all things trolls! Show off your best dance moves, make a glittery craft, and enjoy a rainbow snack.

Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room
Need a comforting companion to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs to brighten your day!Register

Tue, Jul 01, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Tue, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B
Beat the heat with a cozy game afternoon. We'll have fun games and snacks. You can also try our brand new VR headsets!

Tue, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
Participants will learn basic watercolor techniques. All supplies provided.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 17 2025 at 5:00pm

Wed, Jul 02, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Wed, Jul 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Myers Meeting Room,Patio
Meet friends who are excited to share stories, customs, and more! We'll also learn how to make home tortillas.

Wed, Jul 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Shelterhouse
Each summer, CRCPL hosts a summer music series on the Northside Library lawn featuring a variety of local talent. Bring a chair, a snack, and a friend to enjoy an hour of music.

Thu, Jul 03, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.

Thu, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Enjoy a storytime all about summer and the Fourth of July, and explore fun STEAM activities.

Sat, Jul 05, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.