Lebanon Public Library

Lebanon Public Library Connecting people to stories, ideas, information, and technology since 1908.

The Lebanon Public Library is a cultural cornerstone of our community, providing materials, programs, and services that bring people together, foster creativity, advance literacy, and encourage lifelong learning. We preserve our storied past, enrich present lives, and prepare for an ever-changing future. We aspire to be an essential catalyst for personal growth in our community, where all are welc

ome to learn, discover, create, and connect. The Library offers more than 150,000 physical items to choose from and adds more than 12,000 new items each year. Our online resources include thousands of downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, and videos as well as scores of useful databases. The Library has a total of 20 public computers plus Wi-Fi access throughout the Library and outside at the Pavilion. The Technology Center houses the majority of our public computers, as well as offering plenty of study and work-from-home-friendly desks in a 12 and up quiet zone. With numerous programs offered for all ages in topics ranging from coding, 3D printing, story times, and more, there is something for everyone at the Lebanon Public Library.

🚗 Stop 1 Badge Earned! – 📍Lebanon Public LibraryFitzbearald kicked off his reading road trip right here at home! With a ...
06/01/2026

🚗 Stop 1 Badge Earned! – 📍Lebanon Public Library

Fitzbearald kicked off his reading road trip right here at home! With a cozy library corner and a great book, he earned his very first badge. 🐻📚

Reading totals so far:
👶 Ages 0–6: 25 minutes
🧒 Ages 7–12: 50 minutes
🎒 Ages 13+: 75 minutes

✨ What book did you start your journey with?

What a fantastic start to our Summer Reading Program: Read Your Way Through the USA 🇺🇸🚗📚We were thrilled to see such an ...
05/29/2026

What a fantastic start to our Summer Reading Program: Read Your Way Through the USA 🇺🇸🚗📚

We were thrilled to see such an incredible turnout yesterday, paired with beautiful weather that truly made for the perfect kickoff celebration! ☀️

A huge thank you to our amazing community partners for helping bring the fun to life. Your support, creativity, and enthusiasm make events like this so special for our community. ❤️

And to all of our wonderful patrons and families, thank you for coming out and celebrating the start of summer with us! We’re so excited to “hit the road” together on this year’s reading adventure across the USA! 🗺️✨

We can’t wait to see you all throughout the summer for more fun, stories, and adventures! 📖

📚 Read Along With Fitzbearald This Summer! 📚This summer, our mascot Fitzbearald is packing his snacks and map and readin...
05/29/2026

📚 Read Along With Fitzbearald This Summer! 📚

This summer, our mascot Fitzbearald is packing his snacks and map and reading right alongside you as we travel across the USA through books!

As you log your reading minutes, Fitzbearald will be doing the same — earning badges, celebrating milestones, and sharing stops along the way. From picture‑book pit stops to novel‑length highways, every reader is welcome on this adventure.

🛣️ Daily Reading Goals
✨ Ages 0–6 read 5 minutes
✨ Ages 7–12 read 10 minutes
✨ Ages 13+ read 15 minutes

All age groups finish around the same time, and no matter what you love to read, we’ll be cheering you on every step of the journey.

Buckle up, grab a book, and hit the road. Fitzbearald can’t wait to explore the country with you!


By the 1980s, the Lebanon Public Library had outgrown its space, reflecting both the town’s growth and the community’s e...
05/28/2026

By the 1980s, the Lebanon Public Library had outgrown its space, reflecting both the town’s growth and the community’s enduring love of reading. Plans were made for a major expansion to better serve patrons, including enhancements to collections, services, and the children’s department.

Construction brought both progress and challenges. During the early stages of the renovation, a wall unexpectedly collapsed! An alarming moment that underscored the complexity of modernizing a historic Carnegie building. Fortunately, the setback was overcome, and the project moved forward with renewed determination.

The completed addition provided expanded space for learning, discovery, and community programs, ensuring the library could continue to serve future generations. Today, that expansion stands as a testament to Lebanon’s commitment to preserving its history while embracing the future.

💬 Do you remember the renovation or visiting the library during the 1980s? We’d love to hear your story!

Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Saving on the history and significance of craft at st...
05/27/2026

Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Saving on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more, on Wednesday, June 3rd at 2 pm via digital live-stream in partnership with Lebanon Public Library.

Register and ask questions of the author here: https://buff.ly/wm80XgS

⏰📚 Special Hours for Kickoff Day!Please note that we will be opening later than usual tomorrow at 12pm so our full staff...
05/27/2026

⏰📚 Special Hours for Kickoff Day!

Please note that we will be opening later than usual tomorrow at 12pm so our full staff team can prepare for the Summer Reading Program Kickoff! 🎉

We will be open until 8pm, with the kickoff celebration happening from 5 to 7pm in the Library Pavilion.

Thank you for your understanding. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

This Memorial Day honor the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes.Explore Kanopy’s special Memorial Day Collectio...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day honor the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes.
Explore Kanopy’s special Memorial Day Collection and share meaningful stories with your community. Stream now for free with your library card: https://buff.ly/VWRgiY7

In observance of Memorial Day, the library will be closed as we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice...
05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, the library will be closed as we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

While our doors may be closed, your library is always open online. Enjoy eBooks and audiobooks on Libby, movies and more on Hoopla and Kanopy, or explore creative projects with Creativebug. All are available anytime through our website, free with your library card.

Happy National Escargot Day. Why not celebrate by learning a little French? With Transparent Language, you can start spe...
05/24/2026

Happy National Escargot Day. Why not celebrate by learning a little French? With Transparent Language, you can start speaking like a local, no passport required, and it is free with your library card. https://buff.ly/AySeZ2l

Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month on Hoopla with books, comics, and videos honoring Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and P...
05/23/2026

Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month on Hoopla with books, comics, and videos honoring Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander stories and cultures. All free with your library card.

🔗 https://buff.ly/MsUTCFA

Address

Lebanon, OH

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15139322665

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