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The Mechanicsburg Public Library is OPEN, and we are continuing to offer Curbside Service! Our open hours are 10am-7pm Monday-Thursday, 10am-6pm Friday, and 10am-3pm Saturday. Closed Sunday. We currently have a limited supply of Over-the-Counter Covid Tests. Read about our frequently asked questions and guidelines.
Pirates of the Caribbean Movie Marathon
Showing “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies! Monday - Friday, March 16-20 @ 1 p.m.! Ages 13 + unless accompanied by an adult 18 +!
Summer Reading Registration Open
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Explore the wide expanse of Space at the Mechanicsburg Public Library this summer! Learn about the constellations, what “Moon Sand” feels like, and enjoy a rocketing magic show. Registration is open to children ages 5-18. Programs for ages 5-10 are held on Tuesdays from 11-11:45 AM, ages 11-18 are on the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 2-3 with movie nights throughout June and July. All programs are free of charge!
Summer Reading Kick Off Party
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Summer Reading Kick Off Party at Goshen Park!! Come eat hot dogs, win prizes, and decorate stars!!
Play Ball Stadium Tour
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It's almost time to PLAY BALL! Baseball, that is. With opening ceremony fast approaching, enjoy an evening with a tour of different baseball stadiums (via computer) and statistics for each team. What's baseball without hot dogs? We will have a hot dog buffett where you can re-create a famous hot dog from one of the stadiums.
Double Feature
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Come to Mechanicsburg Public Library for a double feature of Valentine movies. Bring your own snack and drink, but drink must have a lid! Showing 2:30 – 4:30 pm: The Princess and the Frog. Rated G, All Ages. Showing 5 – 7 pm: Everything, Everything. Rated PG-13, Ages 13 +
Slime
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Love the feeling of gooey slime? Come to the Mechanicsburg Public Library from 4 – 5 PM to make your own Valentine’s Day themed slime!
Valentine's Day Card Making
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Make a special card for that special someone in your life. From 4:30 – 6 PM the Mechanicsburg Public Library will be hosting Valentine’s Day card making for youth ages 5 – 18.
Preschool Story Times
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Weekly preschool story times Wednesdays for ages 2-5 years. Sessions are from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m
Currently accepting applications, jointly with Champaign County Library and St. Paris Public Library, for the position of Technology Trainer through the Guiding Ohio Online program. Click on Hiring Technology Trainer to see attachment for more information. Please apply by September 24 by sending a resume and cover letter to rfw@mechanicsburgohlibrary.org
Training topics include Essential Computer Skills, Essential Software Skills, and Using Technology in Daily Life. Make an account and take an assessment to see which digital skills you can improve. Call the library at 937-834-2004 to register for a proctored assessment and earn a certificate you can show potential employers.
Hoopla Digital is a new service now available that includes instant access to over 500,000 eBooks, audiobooks, comics, streaming video (movies & television shows), and streaming music. Download the Hoopla Digital app for iOS, Android, or Kindle Fire or visit the Hoopla website to make an account with your library card and get started! Please call or stop by the library if you have questions about Hoopla.
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Mechanicsburg Public Library recently purchased thirteen memory kits thanks to a generous grant from the Champaign County Memorial Foundation. These kits are able to be checked out and used for reminiscence therapy by people with dementia or Alzheimer’s. The themed kits include a DVD and photo activity cards.