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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 23 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 24 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 25 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 26 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 28 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 29 Closed
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Mon, Jun 23 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 24 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 25 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 26 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 28 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 29 Closed
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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 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
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Fri, Jun 27, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Sat, Jun 28, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Mon, Jun 30, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Wiggle Worms
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.
Hang Out with the Listening Dog at the Northside Library
Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area
Having a rough day? Or want a companion to talk or read to? Have a one-on-one visit with a licensed therapy dog at the library!
Troll-tastic Party!
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.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Tue, Jul 01, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Cozy Game Afternoon
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!
Watercolor for Beginners
Tue, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
Participants will learn basic watercolor techniques. All supplies provided.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Wed, Jul 02, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Color Our World with Cultures
Wed, Jul 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Myers Meeting Room,Patio
Meet friends who are excited to share stories, customs, food, and more!
Summer Music Series '25
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.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Thu, Jul 03, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Storytime and STEAM: Fourth of July Edition
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.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Sat, Jul 05, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Mon, Jul 07, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jul 07, 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.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Tue, Jul 08, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Colors of Nature in the Reading Garden
Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Myers Meeting Room,Northside Reading Garden
Explore the colors of nature in our Reading Garden through art and play.
Pajama Party Evening Storytime
Tue, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Myers Meeting Room
Wear your pajamas and wind down for the evening with us.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Wed, Jul 09, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Meet Us in the Garden
Wed, Jul 09, 9:00am - 10:00am
Northside Reading Garden,Patio
Bring together gardening enthusiasts of all levels and backgrounds to share knowledge, resources, and inspiration with Wild Ones local gardening group.
Summer Music Series '25
Wed, Jul 09, 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.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Thu, Jul 10, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Fri, Jul 11, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Circus Storytime
Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Step right up and take a trip to the circus with this spectacular storytime!
Meet the Dinosaurs!
Fri, Jul 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Shelterhouse
Join us for a show from Dinosaur Dimensions that features four realistic looking dinosaur animatronic puppets! After the show, attendees will get a chance to meet one of the dinos.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Sat, Jul 12, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Mon, Jul 14, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jul 14, 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.
Tie Dye for Our Beloved Therapy Dogs
Mon, Jul 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shelterhouse
In honor of our beloved therapy dogs, join us and tie dye a bandana for yourself and/or donate to the local dog shelter. Donations of food or other treats will also be accepted.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Tue, Jul 15, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Teen Game Night/ Hora de Juegos para Adolescentes
Tue, Jul 15, 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!
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Wed, Jul 16, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Summer Music Series '25
Wed, Jul 16, 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.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Thu, Jul 17, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Book Buddies Book Club
Thu, Jul 17, 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
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Fri, Jul 18, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Preschool Messtival
Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Shelterhouse
Let's get messy! Make pieces of art you can take or keep on display at the library -- we'll make puffy paint, have sensory painting, and more. Wear appropriate clothing!
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Sat, Jul 19, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Mon, Jul 21, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jul 21, 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.
Ren Faire Night
Mon, Jul 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Myers Meeting Room
Hear ye, hear ye! All the Lords and Ladies of the land are hereby invited to ye olde Ren Faire Night. Dress in your fave Ren Faire garb and participate in educational Renaissance activities.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Tue, Jul 22, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
DIY Floral Arrangements
Tue, Jul 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Myers Meeting Room,Shelterhouse
Alanna Reisinger, owner of Every Petal Flower Farm, will be showing us how to arrange the simplest of bouquets to bring any space to life.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 9:00am
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Wed, Jul 23, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Thu, Jul 24, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Fri, Jul 25, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Sat, Jul 26, All day
Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
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