Since June 13, 1935 · 10 Maple Dr.
Borrow books, audiobooks, magazines and movies with a free Ohio library card, stream e-books through Libby, and bring the whole family to story time, teen nights and book club. No late fines — ever.
Hours in Alexandria, Ohio
Library hours
Mon, Tue & Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Wed & Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Fri & Sun closed
Your library at a glance
Quick answer
Alexandria Public Library is the free public library at 10 Maple Dr., Alexandria, Ohio 43001. It is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 10 AM–8 PM, Wednesday and Saturday 10 AM–4 PM, and closed Friday and Sunday. Any Ohio resident can get a free first library card, and the library charges no late fines.
Since September 2006 the library has been part of the Central Library Consortium, which means an Alexandria card reaches far beyond the 7,155 sq. ft. building on Maple Drive: you can request items from partner libraries across central Ohio, renew online through My Account, and borrow e-books, audiobooks and magazines through Libby and Digital Downloads Ohio.
The library is governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees appointed by the Northridge Board of Education, and led by Carrie Strong, Director of Library Services.
| Address | 10 Maple Dr., Alexandria, OH 43001 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (740) 924-3561 |
| info@alexandrialibrary.org | |
| Open | Mon, Tue, Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Wed, Sat 10 AM–4 PM |
| Closed | Fridays, Sundays and major holidays |
| Library cards | Free first card for any Ohio resident (photo ID) |
| Late fines | None — billed only for lost or damaged items |
| After-hours renewals | 1-877-77-BOOKS (1-877-772-6657) |
Find your shelf
Choose where to start. Each page gathers the programs, databases and services the library offers for that reader — from preschool story time to college test prep and classroom collections for teachers.
Story time with Ms. Karen, Music, Movement & a Story, K–5 crafts and movies, plus World Book and Explora for homework.
Explore kids
Dungeons & Dragons, teen movies and bingo, volunteer hours for ages 13–18, and ACT, SAT and driver’s-test practice.
Explore teens
Classroom collections of up to 35 items for 28 days, with one renewal — request at least two weeks ahead.
Explore educators
Book club, crochet club, Senior Exercise, local-history talks and the monthly Board of Trustees meeting.
See adult programsFrom the library calendar
Dates below come straight from the library’s own calendar. Senior Exercise also meets most Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 AM. Some programs need registration.
Call (740) 924-3561.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, –
Join us for Music, Movement, and a Story in the meeting room. We will learn to follow directions and sing and dance as we move around the room and listen to a story. This is a great option for those…
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, –
Create a fun ghostly portrait using multimedia art supplies. Registration required.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, –
We'll be meeting Chaotically for a quarter and see how it goes. Bring your own Journal or we will supply one for you. There will be a couple of prompts to start but the outcome is all yours.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, –
By the numbers
Figures the library published on its About page, as of September 2022.
Source: About the library (Alexandria Public Library history, figures as of September 2022).
Digital Library
Libby is the app for browsing and enjoying digital content from the library through Digital Downloads Ohio. Sign in with your Alexandria card and your loans follow you from phone to tablet to car.
Beyond the shelves
Open to community groups and non-profits, first come, first served. Extended hours may be available Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings with prior approval.
Suggest a children’s, teen, adult fiction, adult non-fiction or audio/visual addition — in large print, audiobook or DVD if you prefer.
Make a material requestBorrow a free pass at the circulation desk for the Dawes Arboretum or Franklin Park Conservatory. A Dawes pass admits up to six people, limit one per month.
How to borrow a passAny Ohio child from birth to age 5 can receive a free book every month.
Sign up a childSomething for everyone outside the building, even when the library is closed.
Take a lookNinety years on Main Street & Maple
From a township house with 524 borrowed books to a 7,155 sq. ft. library in a statewide network — a few milestones from the library’s own history.
Opens June 13 in the township house on West Main Street with 524 books from the State Library of Ohio.
A new 60’ × 32’ building opens October 7 on the present lot, built for $38,430 including furniture.
A juvenile activity room and new meeting room bring the library to 7,155 sq. ft.
Joins the Central Library Consortium, opening central Ohio’s shelves to Alexandria cardholders.
Plan your visit
Alexandria Public Library is at 10 Maple Dr., Alexandria, Ohio 43001.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Closed for:
All residents of Ohio are eligible to borrow materials. Complete an application and show a photo ID; children under 18 need a parent or legal guardian’s signature. Your first card is free, and cards come in key chain or credit card styles.
No. No fines are assessed on late materials. Patrons are only billed for lost or damaged materials, and the library accepts cash or check (not online payments).
Call the toll-free line 1-877-77-BOOKS (1-877-772-6657) and enter your library barcode and PIN, or log in to My Account in the online catalog and choose “Items Out.” During open hours you can also call (740) 924-3561.
Yes. Community groups and non-profit organizations may reserve the meeting room on a first-come, first-served basis; library programs have first priority. Use the meeting room request form and read the meeting room policy.
The Alexandria Library Board of Trustees meets the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM to discuss operation of the library. Upcoming dates appear on the events page.
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Programs, events and resources for all ages, every season. The Fall 2026 issue (September – November 2026) is out now.
