Scioto County Public Library Blog

Local Author Showcase

Local Author Showcase 2024

Date: October 19th, 2024 Time: 11am – 2pm Location: Portsmouth Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth Come meet local authors and talk to them about their work. Copies of their books will also be available to… Read More »

Board of Trustees Meeting

The board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Regular Meeting – 12:00pm Anyone wishing to speak at a meeting shall register with the Scioto County Public Library by submitting a request with your… Read More »

We're Hiring

Full-Time Local History Associate

The library is accepting applications for a full-time Local History Associate scheduled to work 40 hours per week and does include benefits. This position is responsible for providing assistance to patrons with genealogy and local… Read More »

World Book eBooks

The World Book eBooks platform includes a rich library of beautifully illustrated titles for all ages and interests. Are you an animal fan? Learn amazing animal factoids in the Animal Lives series! Think space is… Read More »

The Portsmouth Public Library is now fine free

NO MORE DAILY OVERDUE FINES!

The Portsmouth Public Library System is delighted to announce that our Board of Trustees has approved a new policy — no more daily overdue fines!  FINE-FREE FAQS What does it mean to be “fine-free”? Effective April 1,… Read More »

OverDrive is now Libby!

Brought to you by your local library, and built with 💕 by OverDrive. Warm, personal, and easy to use, Libby is great for users of all ages. Read across devices All your loans, notes, bookmarks,… Read More »

LeapPads now available for check-out

It’s kid-tough and kid-friendly right out of the box. It also includes preloaded content featuring core skills in mathematics, reading and science as well as music, puzzles, logic and creativity to prepare kids for preschool… Read More »