The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) released its first round of Summer Discovery registration numbers. Registrations for PLYMC’s annual program total 4,101 as of June 9th, 2026, a massive increase from the 2,983 registrations as of June 9th 2025- a year-to-year increase of 37%. PLYMC’s annual Summer Discovery encourages participants of all…
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) Responds to Clerk of Courts Filing Notice
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) has submitted the financial reports requested by the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts in correspondence dated June 4, 2026, regarding filings under Ohio Revised Code 1713.29. Following review of the notice, Library leadership determined the matter appeared to involve an administrative oversight related to historical filings. On June 8, 2026…
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County to hold Board Retreat followed by Regular Board Meeting on June 11.
The Board of Trustees Retreat from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm on June 11th at East Library will be followed by the Board Meeting starting at 4 pm. There is one Zoom link for the Board Meeting is below https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84132589420 The purpose of the Board Retreat is for educational and collaborative purposes. No business decisions will be…
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County to hold Pride Month Read Ins for Intellectual Freedom
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) will hold Read Ins for Intellectual Freedom in June to celebrate Pride Month. Attendees are encouraged to read, share and discover works by or about the LGBTQ+ community. Refreshments will be provided. “Libraries stand for the freedom to read and the right to belong.” Said Chief…
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) Tri-Lakes Branch will temporarily adjust hours and close on Saturdays effective June 13
Beginning June 13, the Tri-Lakes Branch will temporarily be closed on Saturdays due to short-term staffing adjustments. We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding as we work to return the branch to its normal schedule as soon as possible. Updates will be shared when regular Saturday hours resume. No other PLYMC branch locations will be…
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) Hosts Ladies in Little Black Dresses for Literacy Fundraiser on June 4
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC), in partnership with The Library Foundation of Youngstown and Mahoning County, will host its annual Ladies in Little Black Dresses for Literacy fundraiser on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at The Lake Club in Poland, Ohio. The event brings the community together for an…
The Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County Launches 2026 Summer Discovery Program
The Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County (PLYMC) launched its 2026 Summer Discovery program on May 26, offering free reading activities, educational programming, and community events for children, teens, and adults throughout Mahoning County. Summer Discovery encourages participants to build reading into their daily routine by tracking the number of days they read between May 26…
RFQ Strategic Planning Consultant Services: Pre-Submittal Questions
Hard copy proposals may be mailed/delivered to: The Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County 305 Wick Avenue Youngstown, OH 44503 Attn: Director & CEO Aimee Fifarek Request for Qualifications: Strategic Planning Consultant Services The pre-submittal question deadline has passed. All questions asked are answered below. Any logistical questions about Qualifications submittal should be…
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) ByLaws Committee Meeting will Take place on May 13, 2026 at Main Library 2nd Floor Board Meeting Room 205 and by Zoom at 12:00 Noon.
The purpose of this meeting is the review and discussion of PLYMC Bylaws The Zoom link for the meeting is below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88918339494 Follow PLYMC on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok) and check www.libraryvisit.org for updates. The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) has served the Mahoning Valley since 1880 when the…
Strong Voter Support for Library Levies Reflects Continued Public Confidence in Ohio Libraries
Voters across Ohio approved 12 of the 14 public library levies on the May 5 primary ballot, reinforcing what recent statewide research has already shown. People continue to value their local libraries and the services they provide. According to the Ohio Library Council, all renewal and renewal-with-increase levies passed, each receiving at least 64% of the vote…
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