Manchester Branch

Summer Reading Program Coming Up

Summer Reading Program 2013

Dig Into ReadingIt's almost time... Learn about Summer Reading Program activities, events, and schedules at each library, and plan to join us as we Dig Into Reading this summer at the Adams County Public Library!

A new group of library heroes have arrived! Come meet the Adams County Avengers during the Summer Reading Program, and join with them to "Fight for your right to read!"

Watch the AC Avengers on YouTube - and share with your friends!

Adams County Avengers!

Using the Library Catalog

Learn to use the Library Catalog to find books and movies, request items be delivered to the library nearest you, and manage your library account. Use your library card number and PIN to view your checkouts, renew your items, and manage your holds and lists from home.

Visit the Adams County Public Library's YouTube Channel, and click on our favorites to find ebook tutorials and more.

Browse Newest Library Books Online

The Adams County Public Library offers you access to new and recently published books, and we add new titles every week. Stay informed about our newest items by browsing the New Books page.

Browse the library's newest titles in fiction, biography, book on CD, teen fiction, and much more. Click on a book cover to browse a summary of the book, and read a review. Follow a link to reserve that title in the Online Catalog, using your library card number and PIN.

Did you hear about a book this week on a radio or television program? Books on the Air offers a quick review of books mentioned in broadcast media during the past week - and lets you find them in the library catalog.

Borrow eBooks from the Library

Borrow ebooks at the Adams County Public LibraryHave questions about your new device? The Adams County Public Library can help.

Browse the library's collection of eBooks, audiobooks, music, and more, and download them for free to your computer, tablet, ereader, or mobile device. Try the MyHelp Wizard for step-by-step instructions, customized for your device. Watch a short video introducing the Online eBook Catalog, and learn to borrow eBooks using your library card and PIN.

Ohio eBook Project

 

Visit the Ohio eBook Project to browse over 76,000 eBook titles, and borrow them using your Library card and PIN. Now, you can even borrow and read eBooks in your browser, without installing special software!

Learn more about the Library's Ebook Catalog.

On the Radio with C103

Tune in to local radio station C103 at 10:00 am on Tuesday, May 14 to hear Adam, Kris, Sherry, and Tara talk about the Summer Reading Program, activities for kids in the library, and the "Adams County Avengers." Learn what's happening at your local branch of the Adams County Public Library during the Summer Reading Program, and how you can "Dig Into Reading" with us!

Date: 
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 - 10:00am - 11:00am

Manchester - Book Sale

The Manchester Friends of the Library will host a Book Sale on Saturday, May 11 from 10 am - 3 pm. Come browse thousands of items, including books, audio books, CDs, DVDs, and magazines. Many titles have been added since the last sale. Each mother who visits the sale will receive a free paperback book, in honor of Monther's Day.

Date: 
Saturday, May 11, 2013 - 10:00am - 3:00pm

Closed - All Libraries

All Adams County Public Libraries will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Date: 
Monday, May 27, 2013 (All day)

Manchester - Patron Appreciation Day

Join us at the Manchester Public Library for Patron Appreciation Day, on Wednesday, April 17 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. We want to thank our patrons for supporting the Manchester Public Library! Stop in, chat with library staff, enjoy punch and cookies, and rediscover how much your local library has to offer.

Date: 
Wednesday, April 17, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Manchester - Roy Carpenter Music

Plan to visit the Manchester Library on Saturday, May 18 at 11:00 a.m. to hear local musician Roy Carpenter perform a collection of original and classic "work tunes" from the railroad, crossroads and jailhouse. Roy's performance includes guitar, dobro guitar, voice and harmonica.

Date: 
Saturday, May 18, 2013 - 11:00am - 12:00pm

All Libraries Closed April 9 for Staff In-Service

All Adams County Public Library locations will be closed on Tuesday, April 9 for a staff in-service day. Thank you for your patience. Any items due April 9 will be treated as due on April 10. Even when we are closed, you can return any item in our book drop, or use free WiFi at each library location. Normal hours will resume on April 10.

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