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Library Information

Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch

Today's hours

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

Tomorrow's hours

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

Mon, Nov 18 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 Closed
Sun, Nov 24 Closed
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Mon, Nov 18 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 Closed
Sun, Nov 24 Closed
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Address
113 Dewey Avenue
Bainbridge, OH 45612
Tel: 740-702-4145
About the branch

The Paxton Branch, located in historic Bainbridge, offers something for everyone, with a robust collection, patron computers, public meeting room, free WiFi, and programs for all ages.

On-Site Services

The Paxton 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
  • A meeting room available for community non-profit use
  • 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)

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Events
Acting for Non-Actors
Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
If you've ever wanted to try acting, this class is for you! A fun, non-judgmental class that will allow you to explore your creative side with improv and scene study. Beginners welcome.
Paper Roll Owls
Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create a cute owl out of a paper roll. Your creativity and imagination are all you need to bring. Registration is required.
Discovering Genealogy
Wed, Nov 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
In the Library
Join us to learn about tracing your roots and explore the resources the library has to offer.
Check 'Em Out! Book Club
Mon, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
In the Library
This is a book club for anybody interested in reading books and meeting new people.
Visit with Santa! - Paxton Branch
Tue, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Santa is coming to the Library! Santa will also join the Bee Mobile Library on some stops in the community. Everyone who visits Santa gets a candy cane and a free book.
Storytime at Paxton Branch
Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
In the Library
Join us for a storytime and coloring.
Acting for Non-Actors
Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
If you've ever wanted to try acting, this class is for you! A fun, non-judgmental class that will allow you to explore your creative side with improv and scene study. Beginners welcome.
DIY Christmas Cards
Mon, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create your own festive Christmas cards.
Acting for Non-Actors
Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
If you've ever wanted to try acting, this class is for you! A fun, non-judgmental class that will allow you to explore your creative side with improv and scene study. Beginners welcome.
Santa Tissue Paper Craft
Fri, Dec 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create Santa using tissue paper. This is a good craft for improving motor skills.
Winter Painted Bottle Art
Mon, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Create a magical snow scene on a bottle to display on your mantle or table.
Discovering Genealogy
Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
In the Library
Join us to learn about tracing your roots and explore the resources the library has to offer.
Acting for Non-Actors
Thu, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
If you've ever wanted to try acting, this class is for you! A fun, non-judgmental class that will allow you to explore your creative side with improv and scene study. Beginners welcome.
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