The library will be CLOSED Monday, September 6 for Labor Day.
Serial Killer to Be Discussed
Author Christopher Hawley Martin will visit Rodman Public Library on Saturday, September 4, from 1-2 p.m. Martin is the author of Urges: A Chronicle of Serial Killer Larry Hall." The book chronicles Larry DeWayne Hall who, in 1994, confessed to killing four women and young girls which the author claims may include local girls. Christopher Hawley Martin is an ordained pastor, an accomplished musician, and a published songwriter and poet. He has penned articles for numerous magazines. This is his first book. Books will be available for purchase. For more information contact the library at 330-821-2665, ext. 208.
Rodman Library Receives Gates Foundation Grant
Rodman Public Library recently received a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to replace computers at the Main Library and Carnation Mall Branch. The foundation's Opportunity Online hardware grant program is designed to help the library provide free access to computers for library patrons long into the future. The foundation determines how the allocated funds may be used and distributed between a library and its branches. More...
Computer Classes Return in September
The Fall 2010 edition of Rodman Library's popular computer classes begins in September. Offerings during the fall session include everything from turning on the computer for beginners to digital photo editing/collage for the most advanced computer user. More...
New Bookmobile Schedule
The bookmobile is hitting the roads to schools this fall. View the schedule...
Young Explorer Program Returns in October
The Children's Department at Rodman Public Library will begin taking registrations for the Young Explorer's program beginning September 1. The program begins in October. There is an attendance limit of 15 children. The program is for children ages 7-9. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month and consist of stories, games and a craft or other activities. Call the Children's Department at 330-821-2665, ext. 224 for more information or to register.
Find Something New to Read
Tired of reading the same authors? Looking for something similar to your favorite author or something new in your favorite genre? Try NoveList Plus and find something new to read. 
September Lapsit
The Children's Department at Rodman Public Library invites patrons ages 2 & 3 years old to Lapsit Monday evenings, August 30, September 13, 20 & 27 at 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday mornings, September 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 10:30 a.m. Topics will include: an all music day, apples, leaves and fall friends. Lapsit is held in the Children's Program Room. Sessions last 20-30 minutes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. Come as often as you can.
Storytime at Carnation Mall Branch
The Carnation Mall Branch of Rodman Library invites patrons ages 4-6 years old to Storytime on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-7:15 p.m. and Wednesday mornings from 10:30-11:15 a.m. in September and October. Themes include: school days, fairy tales, autumn, outer space, down on the farm, pets, out on the range and Halloween. Children will learn through stories, finger plays, and games. Registration is not required. For more information call the Branch at 330-821-2665, ext. 401.
Fairmount Video Available
An online version of Fairmount Children's Home History presented by Carolyn Caskey of the Washington Township Historical Society for the Alliance Historical Society and Rodman Public Library on March 20, 2010 is now available. Real Media Player and a broadband connection are needed to watch it online. A DVD version is also available for checkout.
What is Your Return on Investment with Rodman Library?
Rodman Library saved the citizens of the Alliance area $9,672,865.55 in 2009 by offering our many services. Check our Return on Investment FAQ to find out how.
Library Hours Are Reduced
Due to budgetary concerns, Rodman Public Library shortened its hours August 3, 2009. New hours have been posted.
Rodman Library Notification Policy
In an effort to control costs, Rodman Library will be sending first and second overdue notices and hold notices strictly by phone, email, or text message. No paper copies will be sent. Details on how to check your contact information... | Additional information on library notification options...
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Rodman Library has created a web site just for children called "Rodman Kids". The site features games and kid-related book information for children in three different age categories: 0-5, 6-8, and 9-11. The brightly colored site includes a mascot based on Dewey the Goldfish who lived in a fishbowl in the Children's Department at the Main Library. Dewey was brought to
life by Kathy Gray Farthing, a local illustrator and graphic artist who owns Farthing Graphic Design. More...
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