Skip to main content
close
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Library Information
Skip Library Information widget

Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch

Today's hours

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

Tomorrow's hours

Closed

We're closed Sunday April 05 due to Easter Sunday
Mon, Mar 30 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 31 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Apr 01 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Apr 02 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Apr 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 04 Closed
Sun, Apr 05 Closed
(Easter Sunday)
Mon, Mar 30 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 31 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Apr 01 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Apr 02 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Apr 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 04 Closed
Sun, Apr 05 Closed
(Easter Sunday)

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.


View all other library locations

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

Book the meeting room

Events
Skip Events widget
Fri, Apr 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Transform little handprints into beautiful hummingbirds.

Mon, Apr 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
In the Library
This book club is for anybody interested in reading books and meeting new people. Everyone is welcome!

Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.

Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
In the Library
Hear fun stories and color with us!

Mon, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Come meet Sharon Thompson, Reiki Master Teacher, as she explains how energy flows through and around your body. Reiki translates as "universal life energy" and is an ancient system of healing.

Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.

Thu, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Celebrate Earth Day by weaving a heart to celebrate!

Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.

Mon, Apr 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Learn to create paper hyacinth flowers and turn them into a beautiful bouquet. They take a little time, but are easy to make!

Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Paxton Meeting Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.

Wed, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
In the Library
Learn about tracing your roots and explore all the resources the library has to offer.