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Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch

Today's hours

We're open 1:00PM to 7:00PM

Tomorrow's hours

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

Mon, Sep 21 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 22 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Sep 23 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Sep 24 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 25 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 26 Closed
Sun, Sep 27 Closed
Mon, Sep 21 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 22 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Sep 23 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Sep 24 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 25 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 26 Closed
Sun, Sep 27 Closed

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 telescope, or some seeds from the Seed Library!
  • Free tech training 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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Events
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Mon, Sep 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create a spooky tree to display in your home! Your creativity and imagination is all that is needed.

Mon, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Paint a cozy stack of coffee cups with easy, step-by-step guidance. You'll leave with a charming piece of artwork that's perfect for displaying in your home.

Wed, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
In the Library
Learn about tracing your roots and explore the resources the library has to offer.

Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
In the Library
A book club for anyone interested in reading books and meeting new people.

Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paxton Meeting Room
Ease lower back discomfort with gentle seated Tai Chi. Follow along with a series as we practice relaxing movements designed to improve flexibility, reduce tension, and promote overall well-being.

Fri, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Little ones will have a spooky-good time creating a fluffy ghost using cotton balls, glue, and construction paper! This fun Halloween craft helps build fine motor skills while encouraging creativity.

Wed, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
In the Library
Hear fun stories and color with us!

Mon, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create spooky jars! Your creativity is all that is needed to create your funny or spooky art.

Tue, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Outside the Library
Visit the Ross County Parks District Mobile Nature Center aka Wilderness On Wheels. WOW for short! Come check it out and experience nature and learning in a new way.

Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paxton Meeting Room
Ease lower back discomfort with gentle seated Tai Chi. Follow along with a series as we practice relaxing movements designed to improve flexibility, reduce tension, and promote overall well-being.