Community Library of the Shenango Valley - Sharon, Pennsylania
N 41° 13.984 W 080° 30.314
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The Community Library of the Shenango Valley is located at 11 North Sharpsville Avenue in the City of Sharon, Mercer County, Pennsylvania
Waymark Code: WMP5B5
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 07/04/2015
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Library service in the City of Sharon began in 1903 as a privilege enjoyed only by those with paid membership in the F. H. Buhl Club. In the early 1920s community leaders recognized the need for every person to secure free access to desired books. A referendum was held in the fall of 1922 and the electorate approved a levy of one-half mill for the support of a public library. The Sharon Free Public Library formally opened on February 1, 1923.
Response to the free library was enthusiastic with nearly 2,000 new registrations in the first year. Usage continued to grow over the years, and children's branches were opened at 5 local elementary schools. The main library continued to be housed in the Buhl Club, a beautiful facility which unfortunately could not accommodate indefinitely the growing collection and expanded services. By the late 1960s overcrowding forced the library to find a new home. With a combination of federal, city and private funding the present library was constructed on Sharpsville Avenue.
The Library continues to be a vital community resource. In 1993 the City of Hermitage joined Sharon in funding the Library. In the spring of 2007 the library became a private non-profit organization.
Classification of Library: Public Library (Open to all)
Internet access available: Yes - Library Terminal: Register with Library Clerk to use
Additional Internet Connection Options:
The Community Library of the Shenango Valley has nine computers for public use. Patrons must stop at the circulation desk to sign in to use a computer. Library members may use the computers free of charge. If patrons are visiting the area and need access to a computer, they must present a photo ID and pay a $3.00 fee.
Patrons under the age of 18 must have a permission form signed by their parent or guardian to use the Internet computers. Permission forms must be completed in person at the library. Patrons under the age of 12 with parental permission must be accompanied by an adult at the computer.
The library charges a donation fee of 25¢ per page to print.
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Approximate date of opening.: 11/14/1971
Library Website: [Web Link]
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