The Centerville Library is open, and its newly renovated spaces are bright, airy, and full of cozy spots to read, work, and study. Visitors are already enjoying fresh study nooks, comfortable seating, and updated areas throughout the building. Several meeting rooms are ready to use, with a 12‑seat conference room coming soon. We’re thrilled to welcome the community back and appreciate your patience as phase two of construction continues.
Dig up your next great adventure with Summer Reading Club, May 11 – July 25, where stories come to life for the whole family. Our free dinosaur-themed program welcomes readers of all ages, offering exciting rewards as you unearth new books and tales throughout the summer months. Readers of all ages can win prizes by reading or listening, participating in contests, and attending programs throughout the summer. Track your reading progress on wclibrary.beanstack.org/reader 365.
If you or someone you know can’t make it to the library, our Sunshine Book Delivery service brings books, movies, and more right to your door. Friendly volunteers deliver to homebound residents in Centerville and Washington Township, whether the need is temporary or long‑term. We love offering this free service—reach out to our Outreach Coordinator to add yourself or someone else to the list and stay connected to great reading at home.
Kids can dive into more than 4,000 fun, safe, offline games at our Library—from early reading and simple math to STEM adventures and creative challenges. Favorites like Reader Rabbit, Sammy’s Science House, SpongeBob SquarePants Typing, BBC Science Simulations, and World of Goo make learning feel like play. Many games are also available from home through our website.
Planning a trip? The Library is the perfect place to get started. Schedule an appointment for quick, convenient passport processing — we’ll even take your photo, and the whole visit usually takes about 30 minutes. While you’re here, explore travel books, eBooks, guides, maps, and online language courses to prepare for your journey. Visit our website for fees, required documents, and appointment details, and get ready to make that passport happen.
Live in Ohio? Then you’re entitled to a free library card at any public library—and it can save you real money. Skip the subscriptions and enjoy unlimited access to The New York Times, NYT Games, The Athletic, NYT Cooking, and thousands of global newspapers and magazines through PressReader. Your card unlocks premium journalism, sports coverage, recipes, and more, all from home.
This month, celebrate National Library Week (April 19 - 25) by checking out some favorite recent books selected by library staff across the U.S.
Reading Suggestions for Everyone
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