Children's Area Mural Complete

Iris Murray, a local muralist, has completed a woodland-themed mural in the children's area at Rodman Public Library just in time for the new year. 
 
The artwork brightens the space with 16 different creatures along six panels and a large wall.
 
Icons - Read More - Dark Purple
 
SOMETHING SPECIAL IN JANUARY
Candy Bar BINGO
 
Children, ages 6-12, are invited to Rodman Public Library on Monday, January 12 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. to play Bingo for candy bar prizes. It is free to participate, but seating is limited and registration is required. Candy Bar Bingo is supported by Friends of Rodman Library.
SOMETHING TO DO OVER THE HOLIDAY BREAK
MONTHLY PROGRAM
Kids Crafting
 
Rodman Public Library’s monthly Kids Crafting program continues at 4 p.m. Thursday, January 8 when children, ages 7-12, are invited to come to the Main Library to create a mitten door hanger.
Thanks to the Friends of Rodman Public Library, all materials and supplies are provided free of charge during Kids Crafting programs, which are held on the second Thursday of each month.
Registration is required.
 
 
 ARE YOU A KID WHO LIKES TO READ?
CHECK OUT THIS NEW PROGRAM
Pizza and Pages

Get ready to discover your next favorite story at our special book talk for children, ages 8 to 12. Our first Pizza and Pages will be held at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20. We'll reveal a batch of brand new books guaranteed to excite your imagination and take you on unforgettable adventures. All while enjoying a slice of pizza and other activities. Registration is required.
SOMETHING FOR OUR LITTLEST PATRONS
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Puzzles Sought Ahead of Swap

The Rodman Branch Library will host a Puzzle Swap on Friday, February 13, and Saturday, February 14. Ahead of the swap, the library is collecting puzzles in good condition now. Puzzles should be in good condition and stored in a proper container with a picture of the finished puzzle on the front. Preferably, the puzzles should contain all of its pieces. However, if a puzzle is missing a piece or two, please mark the box as such. Puzzles can be dropped off at the Main and Branch locations.
 
FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Tabletop Gaming
 
 
Tabletop Gaming, a popular all-ages program continues at the Main Library at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 6.
 
Each month, a new game is featured so that patrons can learn a new game. Of course, games from the library’s collection are also available and visitors are welcome to bring their own games.
 
The free monthly event is held on the first Tuesday of each month.
 
The aim of the family program is to give area residents an opportunity to gather with others to play their favorite card and board games and make new friends.
 
Light snacks will be offered and no registration is required to attend the monthly program.
 
Although the program is open to players of all ages, children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Rodman Chess Club
 
The popular Rodman Chess Club will meet at Rodman Public Library on January 21 from 5:30 to 7:30  p.m. in the Main Auditorium. Although it is called a club, the program has no formal membership and is open to all interested in the ancient game of strategy. Players of all ages and levels are welcome to come and go throughout the evening. Several boards are set up in the auditorium and players mingle to find opponents. Chess Club is held on the third Wednesday of each month.
 
GET CRAFTY AT THE BRANCH
Take and Make
 
Starting  Friday, January 2, kids can stop by the Branch to pick up snowflake take and make craft (while supplies last). A new monthly project is available on the first open day of each month and are provided free of charge thanks to
the Friends of Rodman Library.
 
RPL ON THE ROAD
Bookmobile Sets
2025-2026 Academic Year
Schedule
 
The Rodman Public Library Bookmobile
has set its 2025-2026 academic year schedule.
Printed schedule brochures
are available at all service desks.
It can also be fount online at
 rodmanlibrary.com/bookmobile.
 
Rodman Public Library
215 E Broadway St
Alliance, Ohio 44601
(330) 821-2665

https://www.rodmanlibrary.com/