Copiers, Printers & Fax
Updated Pricing for Services
Increased paper prices in 2023, coupled with increased fees for copier maintenance, servicing, and toner, has necessitated an increase in pricing for services.
Prices effective 05/01/2023.
Smokey Bear Reading Challenge
October is fire prevention month and we are promoting fire safety and Smokey Bear's 80th birthday with our Smokey Bear October Reading Challenge.Join Smokey in learning about wildfire prevention and the environment. Read three books on wildfire prevention or the environment and earn four badges to complete the challenge. You earn four badges by completing listed activities under four of seven categories: Learn about Smokey Bear, Campfire Safety, Nature Adventure, Tree Exploration, Career Exploration, Wildfire Science, and Make a Difference. We have a selection of books available from the reading list and materials to complete activities in house.
Challenge is geared for ages 4 - 10 years, but all ages are welcome to participate.
Stop by the library, pick up your challenge log, and get started today!
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Tax Information
Need help finding tax forms? Tax forms and information from federal and state agencies can be obtained online. Printouts of forms/instructions can be made by patrons on library computers.
Purchase Suggestion
Heard about a great book or movie and cannot find it in the library catalog? Let us know.
A purchase suggestion can be made at the circulation desk or by contacting Jennifer Gliebe, jeng@perrycooklibrary.org.
We are unable to take requests for items that have not yet been published or released.
Hours & Location
Service Hours
Monday through Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Use the book drop located on the front of the building to return materials 24/7. Items returned when the library is closed will remain on your account until the library opens again.
Mission Statement & Vision
Our Mission
The Perry Cook Memorial Public Library is a place to open doors. The library enlightens and enriches the people of Morrow County by providing responsive services that meet the evolving informational needs of our community. With a trained, service-oriented staff and with ready access to both print and electronic resources, the library is committed to superior service that promotes a strong, literate, technologically rich community and enhances the quality of life for Morrow County.
Strategic Plan
Beginning in the Summer of 2018 the Board of Trustees, along with the staff, will begin working with the State Library of Ohio to create a strategic plan for the Perry Cook Memorial Public Library. We look forward to the participation of our patrons and other community stakeholders.
Code of Conduct
Conduct in Libraries Policy
The Perry Cook Memorial Public Library welcomes all people. In order to ensure safety and security and provide a suitable environment for library use, the following guidelines for conduct have been approved by the Library Board of Trustees:
Meeting Room Policy
Public Meeting Space Policy
Perry Cook Memorial Public Library provides meeting space for library-sponsored or co-sponsored programs. The meeting space may also be used by individuals or non-profit organizations (i.e. educational, cultural, civic, intellectual or charitable organizations) for the purpose of non-profit activities supporting the Library’s mission when not in use for library programs. Priority for use will be given to Library-related programs.
Unattended Children Policy
Currently, all children aged 9 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. This policy is currently under review.