Philippi Public Library

05/29/2026

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From the Eric Carle Team: It is with heavy hearts that we share that Eric Carle, author and illustrator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and many other beloved classics, passed away on Sunday, May 23rd at the age of 91.

When asked why he thinks The Very Hungry Caterpillar has remained popular for so long, Carle said, “I think it is a book of hope. Children need hope. You, little insignificant caterpillar can grow up into a beautiful butterfly and fly into the world with your talent.”

Thank you, Eric Carle for sharing your great talent with so many generations of young readers.

05/29/2026

Summer Saturday Morning Movies.

At this time, the library has decided to stop showing the outdoor movies on our big screen due to lack of interest. If this is something the community wants, we will review it at a later date.

We know that people have asked to have our movies at the court house square, however, our movie license only allows us to show our movies at the library.

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

The Book Shed is open for the weekend. Stop in during the Blue and Gray and find a new to you book. We have 1860's toys to play with as well as historical documents to view.

05/29/2026

UPDATE:
The Mason Street exit is closed at the library. Please use the entrance as an exit. Please use caution.

The library construction is going on again today. Please use the front door.

05/28/2026

Construction just started today at the library. Please use the front entrance. Mason St. exit will be closed. Use Main St. as the Entrance and Exit. Sorry for the inconvenience.

05/27/2026

Due to the weather, Philippi Public Library is closing today May 27th at 5pm.
See you tomorrow!

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05/26/2026

UPDATE:!!!!
PLEASE USE FRONT DOOR.

Construction workers are here today. At this time, the Mason St. Exit is CLOSED. Please use Main St. to enter and leave. Sorry for the inconvenience.