The Athens Public Library Branch
30 Home Street
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: (740) 592-4272
Fax: (740) 594-4204
| Branch Hours | |
|---|---|
| Library closings | |
| Mon. | Closed |
| Tue. | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Wed. | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Thu. | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Fri. | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sat. | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sun. | Closed |
Wireless Internet Available
Public Computers : 10
Large Meeting
Room Capacity: 75
Small Meeting
Room Capacity: 12
Branch Manager:
Marilyn Zwayer
Children's Librarian and Youth Services Coordinator:
Amy King
Children's Librarian: Lee Branner
Events at the Athens Public Library
• Muddy Toes and Wet Clothes
June 20 @ 2:00PM
Book Camp
• Zumba Specialty Class: Beginning Zumba Dance and Zumba Toning Chair Exercises (an Sentao)
June 21 @ 2:00PM
For adults
• Card Club
June 22 @ 1:00PM
Young Adults
• Mastering the Art of the Atlatl
June 22 @ 10:00PM
For adults
• Baby Storytime
June 25 @ 9:30AM
Storytime
• The Creative Heart: a writing workshop for teens
June 25 @ 10:00AM
Young Adults
• Baby Storytime
June 25 @ 11:00AM
Storytime
• Spanish Conversation Hour
June 25 @ 4:00PM
For adults
• Howl at the Moon With a Ground-Dweller Tune!
June 25 @ 6:30PM
Book Camp
• Preschool Storytime
June 26 @ 9:30AM
Storytime
• The Creative Heart: a writing workshop for teens
June 26 @ 10:00AM
Young Adults
• Preschool Storytime
June 26 @ 11:00AM
Storytime
• Yoga For People 50 and Up
June 26 @ 2:00PM
For adults
• Knitting Group
June 26 @ 5:00PM
For adults
• Birth Circle
June 26 @ 7:00PM
For adults
• The Creative Heart: a writing workshop for teens
June 27 @ 10:00AM
Young Adults
• Patriotic Songs! The ATCO Vocal Choir
June 27 @ 1:00PM
For adults
• Fairy Gardens with the Athens Garden Club
June 27 @ 2:00PM
Book Camp
• Poets of the Evening: A Creative Circle for Poetry
June 27 @ 7:00PM
For adults
• The Creative Heart: a writing workshop for teens
June 28 @ 10:00AM
Young Adults
History
When the county public library system was created in 1935, an Athens branch was set up on West Union St., later moving to West Washington St. and then to North Court St. The Athens Public Library moved to its present location at 30 Home St. in 1993. In September of 2005, a new expansion was added, effectively doubling the square footage of the branch.
Children's Programming
The library has a sizable play area for children that includes a selection of toys and puppets. A catalog computer is in the children's area, allowing for searches of library materials.
Athens Public Library has two children's librarians and numerous children's programs scheduled throughout the year, as well as the county-wide Book Camp, which takes place each summer.
Adult Programming
A variety of excellent programs take place on a weekly basis, including lectures, yoga, dancing, musical concerts, Spanish conversation, and book clubs. All are free, and are funded by the Friends of the Athens Public Library.
Other Services
- Public Internet access
- Wireless Internet
- Meeting facilities
- Class visits available
- Copiers/fax service
- Voter registration
- Golden Buckeye card applications
- County maps available
- Plentiful parking
