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All locations will be closed Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day.

The Library Staff would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday!

Summer Reading Program

It's almost that time again! Our staff has been working extra hard to plan an enjoyable Summer Reading Program. The theme for this years program is A Universe of Stories!

You can join in on the fun at each location starting on the following dates:

Celina: Children & Youth ~ June 3rd
            Adults ~ June 21st
Chickasaw: May 22nd
Mendon: June 3rd
St.Henry: June 5th

Celina Library News

Summer Library Hours Begin!

Celina's summer hours will begin on Tuesday, May 28th. Our hours will be:
 - Monday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
 - Tuesday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
 - Wednesday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
 - Thursday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
 - Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
 - Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
 - Sunday: CLOSED

Celina Library Events

Spring Book Sale

It is time for our Spring Book Sale! The book sale is this Friday, May 3rd from 9-8 pm and Saturday, May 4th from 9-5 pm. Saturday is dollar a bag day! Reminder, the book sale is hosted at the Book Barn at Marilyn Frahm Memorial Park which is on the North side of the library.

Fortnite Lock-In

Show off your best Fornite dance moves in our dance competition! There will be trivia, pizza, and karaoke. The dance off begins at 8:00 pm on Friday, May 17th and ends at 9:30 pm. Open to grades 5-8. A signed permission form is required. Sign up begins on May 3rd.

Trivia Night at Brew Nation

Gather your friends and family and come join the fun at Trivia Night at Brew Nation. Registration begins at 6 pm with the quizzing beginning promptly at 7 pm on Tuesday, May 27th. Prizes are awarded to the top three teams! This is for adults only.

Sea Glass Summer Book Launch

Michelle Houts will be celebrating her newest book, Sea Glass Summer, with us! On Saturday, May 18, Michelle will be hosting a Q&A session at 11 am, 12 pm, and 1 pm. Copies of this book and all of her books will be available for purchase and signing.

Other Events

Thursday, May 2 at 7 pm: Based on the Book: Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty
Friday, May 3 from 9-8 pm: Spring Book Sale
Saturday, May 4 from 9-5 pm: Spring Book Sale
Saturday, May 18 from 11-2 pm: Sea Glass Summer Book Launch
Tuesday, May 21 at 7 pm: Good Reads: Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline
Saturday, May 25 at 10 am & 11 am: Story & Craft time at the Celina Farmer's Market
Tuesday, May 27 at 7 pm: Trivia Night at Brew Nation. Registration begins at 6:00 pm.
Monday, June 3: Summer Reading Sign Up begins for children and teens
Friday, June 7 at 10:00 am:
 Summer Reading kickoff party with Mister Pickles

Rooster Story Time every Tuesday & Thursday at 10:30 am.

Knitting and Crocheting night every Wednesday at 6 pm.

Marion (Chickasaw) Branch Events

Fun with Nails!

We have two exciting pampering events this May: Muffin & Mani's and Mani's & Pedi's! Cost of each event is $15 per nail set using ColorStreet nails. These are great events for a mother and daughter (any age), friends, sisters, etc. RSVP for either event at kendramseitz@gmail.com or 419-305-2154.

Saturday, May 4th - Muffin & Mani's from 9:30-11:30 am. Come and enjoy a morning with getting a manicure done along with beverages and muffins.

Wednesday, May 15th - Mani's & Pedi's from 6-7:30 pm. Enjoy an evening with getting a manicure and/or pedicure done.

Trivia on Tap at Moeller Brew Barn

Join your family and friends to test your knowledge at Trivia on Tap on Thursday, May 2nd. Registration begins at 7:30 pm with trivia starting promptly at 8 pm. No fee to enter and prizes will be awarded to the top teams!

Cleaning Your Vehicle with Essential Oils

Get your vehicle ready for summer with chemical free solutions. Make and take window cleaner, interior protectant, carpet and upholstery stain remover and hanging air freshener. Demonstration and discussion begins at 6:30 pm on May, 9th.

Other Events
Thursday, May 2 at 7:30 pm: Trivia on Tap at the Moeller Brew Barn is back!
Saturday, May 4 from 9:30-11:30 am: Muffin & Mani's
Tuesday, May 7 at 7 pm: Book Discussion: The Orphan's Tale by Pam Jenoff
Thursday, May 9 at 6:30 pm: Cleaning Your Vehicle with Essential Oils
Tuesday, May 14 at 6:30 pm: Butterfly Family Night - No registration required, craft included.
Wednesday, May 15 from 6-7:30 pm: Mani's & Pedi's
Wednesday, May 22: Summer Reading Sign Up begins for all ages
Monday, June 3 at 1:30 pm:
Summer Reading kickoff party with the Neil Armstrong Air & Space Museum

Story Hour is held every Thursday morning at 10:30 am.

Lego Nights are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm. No registration is required. Parent supervision is advised.

Senior Citizens play cards every Thursday at 1:30 pm. Everyone is welcome!

Mendon Branch Events

Tuesday, May 14 at 4 pm: Book Discussion: Long Way Gone by Charles Martin
Monday, June 3: Summer Reading Sign Up begins for all ages
Wednesday, July 24: Summer Reading Finale Party 

Preschool Story time every Thursday from 10:00-10:30 am.

St. Henry Branch Events

New Kids Book Club!

We are hosting our FIRST monthly book club for students in 2nd-4th grade on Thursday, May 16 from 4-4:30 pm. The book being discussed is A Fine, Fine School by Sharon Creech. Pick up a copy of the book at the library. The Kid's Book Club will always meet at the library on the third Thursday of each month.

Chats on Stats with James Stachler

Join James after school on Thursday, May 9 from 3-4 pm to look at his Baseball Media Guides! He will show you how reading is more than just words...reading includes numbers too! Snacks will be provided.

Other Events

Wednesday, May 1 at 9:30 am: Great Beginnings Book Club: We Hope for Better Things by Erin Bartels
Thursday, May 9 from 3-4 pm: Chats on Stats with James Stachler
Thursday, May 9 at 7 pm: Novels at Night: Dream Daughter by Diane Chamberlain
Thursday, May 16 from 4-4:30 pm: Kids Book Club: A Fine, Fine School by Sharon Creech
Thursday, May 16 at 6:30 pm: Oils with Maria - Emotions & Essential Oils

Library Book Clubs

St. Henry: Wednesday, May 1 at 9:30 am: Great Beginnings Book Club: We Hope for Better Things by Erin Bartels
Celina: Thursday, May 2 at 7 pm: Based on the Book: Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty
Marion: Tuesday, May 7 at 7 pm:
The Orphan's Tale by Pam Jenoff
St. Henry: Thursday, May 9 at 7 pm: Novels at Night: Dream Daughter by Diane Chamberlain
Mendon: Tuesday, May 14 at 4 pm: Long Way Gone In by Charles Martin
Celina: Tuesday, May 21 at 7 pm: Good Reads: Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline
Marion: Tuesday, June 4 at 7 pm: The Women in the Castle by Jessica Shattuck

Mercer County District Library

303 N Main St, Celina, Ohio
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