Worthington Libraries

10/13/2026

Reminder that our fall checkout challenge is currently underway! Check out five books and earn a chance for the prize basket of your choice. Sponsored by the Friends Foundation of Worthington Libraries.

Rules Starting October 1, check out five books (physical books only; digital items do not count) and print a receipt. On the receipt, write your name, email address, phone number and basket choice and place it in the collection box to be entered in a raffle to win a prize basket donated by the Frien...

10/06/2026

Reminder that all locations of Worthington Libraries will be closed on Wednesday, October 7 for staff development. We will reopen at 9 am on Thursday, October 8.

10/05/2026

It's Banned Books Week! Celebrate your freedom to read whatever the heck you want to by checking out a book from this display at Northwest Library, reserving the book of your choice at worthingtonlibraries.org or visiting bannedbooksweek.org to learn more.

09/30/2026

Join us on Sunday, October 4 from 2-3 pm in the meeting room of Old Worthington Library for The Black Experience in Worthington.

In this moderated conversation, Kathy Starks and Karen Coleman will discuss their experiences of growing up Black in Worthington. With accompanying photos, they'll share stories from their childhood, school years and beyond. For ages 12 and up.

09/29/2026

We're serious about puzzles and the Puzzle Exchange at Old Worthington Library is PACKED full, come grab one today!

Also, don't miss our Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange event at Old Worthington Library, October 10, 10-11:30 am🧩🧩🧩

09/29/2026

Get ready to fall into books with our next checkout challenge! 🍂You'll have the opportunity to win one of four prize baskets, donated by the Friends Foundation of Worthington Libraries, available at each library location. How to participate:

1. Check out five books and print out a receipt
2. Write your name, phone number, email and your prize basket choice (they are themed for different age groups) on your receipt and place it in the designated collection box
3. You'll be entered to win the basket of your choice!
4. Enter as many times as you like until November 30 when winners will be drawn

Good luck and happy reading!

09/24/2026

Books & Brews, the annual Friends Foundation of Worthington Libraries fundraiser is back in the stacks on Friday, November 13 (7-10 pm at Old Worthington Library).

This year's event features craft b**r samples from local breweries including Olentangy River Brewing Company, Seventh Son Brewing Co., Standardized Brewing, Wolf’s Ridge Brewing and Yellow Springs Brewery. Catered appetizers, live music and silent auction packages are also on tap. You must be at least 21 to attend. Tickets on sale now!

Sip among the stacks and support the Library during this after-hours event presented by the Friends Foundation. Treat yourself to samples of Ohio craft b**r, catered appetizers and take part in a silent auction. Purchase your tickets early-- past events have nearly sold out! You must be at least 21....

09/16/2026

New service announcement! In the lobby of Old Worthington Library, you’ll find our Little Free Pantry.

Library visitors can donate to and take items from the pantry. Donations can be made directly to the pantry shelves and should be limited to canned goods, non-perishable grocery items, toiletries and personal care items and paper goods.

Anyone can take needed items from the Little Free Pantry during library hours. No questions asked!

In the lobby of Old Worthington Library, you’ll find our Little Free Pantry. Library visitors can donate to and take items from the pantry. Donations can be made directly to the pantry shelves and should be limited to canned goods, non-perishable grocery items, toiletries and personal care items a...

09/16/2026

Worthington Libraries is searching for a new trustee to fill an upcoming vacancy on our Board of Trustees. The new trustee will be appointed to a four-year term from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2030. You can find more information at the link below!

Are you the one we're looking for? Worthington Libraries is searching for a new trustee to fill an upcoming vacancy on our Board of Trustees. We're looking for someone who:

09/15/2026

Silence your phone and leave the tech at home! We're hosting silent reading hours at Old Worthington Library this Sunday, September 20, 11 am-1 pm. Bring a book or check one out on arrival. Grab some coffee and snacks courtesy of Kittie's. Get cozy in a chair and read away the hours before the library officially opens at 1 pm.