Birchard Library

Are you ready for another library joke?

We're hiring! We are accepting applications for a part-time Library Page at our Fremont location. Applications are available at all four buildings or online at birchard.org/employment.

Time for Weird Word Wednesday...

So true...

It's officially the Biggest Week in American Birding (May 8-17) here in Northwest Ohio! Supplement your bird watching with these birdy books, and keep an eye out for those warblers.

It's Friday...time for another joke...

This week's weird word is "borborygmi"...the rumbling sounds that your stomach makes.

Pipe organ enthusiast Sam Schaeffer will present a fascinating look at the “King of Instruments” from its origins to modern uses. Hear a variety of songs & sounds from pipe organs and see a collection of real vintage organ pipes. Wed, May 13 from 5-7pm at the Main Library.

Are you having a birthday this year? Come celebrate EVERYONE's birthday on Cinco de Mayo with Officer Jesse from the Woodville Police Department. Tuesday, May 5, 4-5 pm at the Woodville Branch. Register at birchard.libcal.com

May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Check out these titles from AAPI authors.

Ready to start a new career path? Workshop your resume next week on Wednesday, May 6 at 3:00 pm at the Main Library. You'll work on your resume or start a new one with some tips and tricks for job hunting in 2026. Register at birchard.libcal.com/event/16536858

Taste and learn about loose-leaf teas with The Summer Kitchen Girls. Join us on Monday, May 11 at 3:00 pm at the Main Library to learn about different types of tea, how to brew the perfect cup, and try some tea samples. Register at birchard.libcal.com/event/16514430

It's Friday...time for another joke...

Working on Spring Cleaning? Check your closets for any retro craft kits or supplies. The Main Library Children's Department is hoping to do a special REWIND program this summer!

Looking for something to do on this semi-rainy Saturday morning? The Friends of Birchard Library Spring Book Sale at the Main/Fremont Branch is open until noon today. Lots of great books, DVDs, and more are still available.

Time for the joke of the week...

Do you have seeds, plants, or plant clippings that you'd like to exchange or that need a good home? Our Plant Exchange is next week. Details at birchard.libcal.com/event/16503871

Did you know...? It's National Librarian Day!

This week's weird word is "jerque" which means to search for smuggled goods.

The Friends of Birchard Library Book Sale preview starts in just a few hours. Not a member yet...join today. Individual memberships are $10; family memberships are $15; students & seniors just $5 each.