Deshler Public Library

Deshler Public Library The Patrick Henry Public Libraries were formed when the Patrick Henry School District was created in November of 1964. In 1961 Mr.

Books, magazines, videos, DVD’s, audio books, computer games, newspapers, copier/fax services, homebound delivery service, storytimes, laminator, interlibrary loan, microfilm reader printer, microfilm records, internet & summer reading program. Deshler Edwin Wood Memorial Library, Hamler Branch Library, and Malinta Branch Library are public libraries that also serve as school libraries for grades

K-8. Deshler Library is connected to the elementary school by a breezeway. Hamler Library is located on the lower level at the north end of the middle school. Malinta Library is located on the second floor of the elementary school. The school has an elevator for those unable to use the stairs. Deshler Edwin Wood Memorial Library
The Deshler Library was started through the initiative of the Deshler Chamber of Commerce in March 1924. It was located in the basement of the Deshler School. Richard Jones, then Superintendent of the Deshler School, and the library board, saw the need for new library facilities. Through their efforts, and in cooperation with the board of education, the Edwin Wood legacy, and savings of the library board through levies, a new building was erected. The new building was dedicated in May 1962. Deshler Library went to an automation system in August of 2003. We now electronically check out books. Our card catalog is now on-line along with 69 other libraries in the SEO system. Patrons with library cards may now borrow books, videos, CD’s, DVD’s, books on tape, magazine, and eBooks from the other libraries in the SEO system. Patron’s under 18 years of age must have a permission slip signed by their parent or guardian. Hamler Branch Library
The Hamler Library was started with the help of the Wide-A-Wake Club, in 1941. The library was located in their club room. The library was moved to the Hamler School in July 1943. In June of 2005 the Hamler Branch Library moved to its present location at 230 Randolph Street after the Hamler Middle School was moved to its new location at the Patrick Henry High School campus. Malinta Branch Library
Malinta Branch Library has been in existence since the formation of Patrick Henry School District. Actual work on the library began October 27, 1969. January 5, 1970 the Malinta Library opened officially for use by the public and school. The local library staff had donated over 150 dollars for equipment and supplies. At opening the library contained 5,000 books.

These two have completed their 1,000 books before kindergarten. Congratulations.
05/14/2026

These two have completed their 1,000 books before kindergarten. Congratulations.

Stop in at either library to pick up your mini canvas.
05/14/2026

Stop in at either library to pick up your mini canvas.

Join the Deshler Public Library or the Hamler Branch for the Summer Reading Program. Open to all ages. Sign up begins Ma...
05/13/2026

Join the Deshler Public Library or the Hamler Branch for the Summer Reading Program. Open to all ages. Sign up begins May 26th.

Here is the train presentation that Ron Budde had done on the presidential trains.
05/12/2026

Here is the train presentation that Ron Budde had done on the presidential trains.

Deshler Presidential Whistle Stop Tours Presentation

Enjoy the time at the Deshler Public Library with children's author Tadgh Bentley.
05/08/2026

Enjoy the time at the Deshler Public Library with children's author Tadgh Bentley.

Call the library and reserve your seat.
05/08/2026

Call the library and reserve your seat.

Storytime time today. We celebrated mom's.
05/05/2026

Storytime time today. We celebrated mom's.

Congratulations to this little one. She has read (with her parents and grandparents help) 1,000 books before kindergarte...
05/05/2026

Congratulations to this little one. She has read (with her parents and grandparents help) 1,000 books before kindergarten.

We love to see the kids excited about reading. Here are few who are getting closer to reading 1,000 books before kinderg...
05/05/2026

We love to see the kids excited about reading. Here are few who are getting closer to reading 1,000 books before kindergarten

We had a great turnout for the Presidential train presentation.Thanks to Ron Budde for the awesome job.
04/24/2026

We had a great turnout for the Presidential train presentation.Thanks to Ron Budde for the awesome job.

All aboard at the Deshler Public Library. Thursday April 23rd at 7:00. To learn more about the Presidential trains.
04/21/2026

All aboard at the Deshler Public Library. Thursday April 23rd at 7:00. To learn more about the Presidential trains.

Address

208 N East Avenue
Deshler, OH
43516

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+14192783616

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