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.
Washington‑Centerville Public Library is thrilled to be named a Finalist for the 2026 BBB Torch Award for Ethics! This honor celebrates organizations that lead with character, uphold the highest ethical standards, and earn community trust. Join us as we celebrate with fellow finalists at the awards dinner on Tuesday, May 12, 5:30 p.m., at the David H. Ponitz Sinclair Center. Reserve your seat ($99) or table by calling the BBB at 937‑610‑2277.
Washington Centerville Public Library is launching a Commemorative Library Card Design Contest, and we want your creativity on full display. Submit artwork inspired by “Why We Love the Library” for a chance to have your design featured on a limited edition card celebrating the Centerville Library’s grand opening this summer. (The Library is OPEN NOW, but construction is still underway.)
Kids (0–13) and adults (14+) can enter, with one winner per category chosen by community vote on Facebook. Entries accepted April 8–May 8 at noon, 2026. Let your imagination shine!
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.
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
Sign up to receive reading lists via email for adults, teens and kids! Visit the Reference Desk for some one-on-one assistance to get started or request a personalized reading list.
Start here for school projects, consumer or business help, genealogy research, job searches, and more! Our Research Guides and Databases have reliable data on just about any topic.
Have a school, work or personal research question? Put us to work by contacting us via phone, chat, email or book a half-hour session with a Research Librarian!
