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The building at our Columbus location is now closed to the public in preparation for relocation.

Please join us in acknowledging with gratitude Theresa “Terri” Fredericka as she retires from her distinguished service ...
06/04/2026

Please join us in acknowledging with gratitude Theresa “Terri” Fredericka as she retires from her distinguished service on the State Library Board. The Board passed a resolution recognizing Terri’s thoughtful leadership and steadfast support of fellow board members and staff during the post-pandemic transition period and throughout the search for a new Executive Director. Her contributions have strengthened the State Library and enriched the broader Ohio library community. The State Library of Ohio thanks Terri Fredericka and wishes her continued success and fulfillment in this next chapter. Read more at https://library.ohio.gov/home/news-and-events/all-news/terri-fredericka-honored

Last week, State Librarian Mandy Knapp visited the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL). During her visit,...
06/03/2026

Last week, State Librarian Mandy Knapp visited the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library (CHPL). During her visit, she enjoyed a wonderful tour and the opportunity to meet many of the library’s dedicated staff members. We thank CHPL for hosting Mandy and for providing an informative overview of their services, as well as a chance to explore some of their unique collections.

The State Library Board has awarded more than $2.1 million in federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Li...
06/03/2026

The State Library Board has awarded more than $2.1 million in federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grants. These funds will support libraries across Ohio in providing essential statewide services and resources for all residents, while also affording tailored services to meet the needs of local communities.

The approved grants include:
$234,000 to support the operation of Ohio Library for the Blind and Print Disabled

Over $368,000 for eighteen public libraries in Ohio that serve rural communities to employ a dedicated technology trainer through the Guiding Ohio Online grant program

$1,534,922 for the Ohio Web Library core set of library databases available to all Ohioans through their public, school, and academic libraries. Additional funding and in-kind support for the Ohio Web Library is provided by Libraries Connect Ohio partners OhioLINK, OPLIN, and INFOhio.

https://library.ohio.gov/home/news-and-events/all-news/state-library-board-awards-over-2million-in-grants-2026

Yesterday, State Librarian Mandy Knapp and Director of Operations and Technology John Stewart (SEO) visited Marietta Col...
05/13/2026

Yesterday, State Librarian Mandy Knapp and Director of Operations and Technology John Stewart (SEO) visited Marietta College. They toured Legacy Library and met with Director of the Library, Associate Professor Angela Burdiss.

Last week, State Senator Casey Weinstein joined State Librarian Mandy Knapp for visits to Cuyahoga Falls City Schools an...
05/11/2026

Last week, State Senator Casey Weinstein joined State Librarian Mandy Knapp for visits to Cuyahoga Falls City Schools and the Hudson Library & Historical Society.

At Cuyahoga Falls City Schools, they met with Media Specialist Karen Gedeon and Director of Technology and Security Ryan Huch. At Hudson Library & Historical Society, they met with Director E. Leslie Polott.

We appreciate State Senator Casey Weinstein taking the time to visit Ohio libraries and thank our hosts at each location for welcoming Senator Weinstein and Mandy Knapp and sharing the value of their libraries to those they serve.

Please join us in congratulating Jarrett Bates on his promotion to Librarian 1 in our Research and Catalog Services Depa...
05/06/2026

Please join us in congratulating Jarrett Bates on his promotion to Librarian 1 in our Research and Catalog Services Department. Jarrett now leads Interlibrary Loan (ILL) operations, supports the Talking Book Program, and provides reference and user assistance to state employees, government officials, and library patrons. Read more... https://library.ohio.gov/jarrett-bates-promoted

05/04/2026

May is Older Americans Month — and here in Ohio, we also proudly celebrate Older Ohioans Month.

This year’s theme is Champion Your Health.

We’re excited to share that the Ohio Department of Aging has launched the Ohio Aging Compass: a new, easy-to-navigate platform designed to help older adults, families, and caregivers find trusted aging resources all in one place.

Let’s take this month to honor older Ohioans, champion healthy aging, and continue making Ohio the best place to age in the nation!

Start exploring: Compass.Aging.Ohio.gov

We are excited to participate as an exhibitor at the 2026 Ohio Public Health Conference in Columbus. Talking Book Progra...
04/29/2026

We are excited to participate as an exhibitor at the 2026 Ohio Public Health Conference in Columbus. Talking Book Program Supervisor Angelyn Hellman and Adult Services Library Consultant Katy Hite are meeting public health professionals and sharing information about State Library resources, including our Services for the Blind and Print Disabled which we provide in collaboration with National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled.
Ohio Department of Health
Ohio Department of Health

04/21/2026

In recognition of National Library week our staff take a few minutes to share their library joy.

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