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The United Way of the River Cities is collecting for a Warming Drive.

They are now accepting new and gently used coats and cold-weather items for children and adults (all sizes).

A collection bin is located as you enter the Library near the Circulation Desk.

All items collected in Gallia County will go to help Gallia County citizens.

Planning a trip to Japan next summer? Traveling to Italy to research your ancestry? Just want to brush up on that language you studied for four years in school, but somehow can't seem to remember it all? We've got you covered.

We are excited to announce the availability of Transparent Language Online, a complete language-learning system with courses and lessons designed to build listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Transparent Language Online allows learners to explore a new language in the comfort of their own home, at the library, or on-the-go.

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Due to a confirmed planned power outage, Bossard Library will open at 12:00 PM (Noon) on Tuesday, May 30, 2023.

Please continue to check our Facebook page and this website for updates regarding any changes in library hours of operation due to this planned power outage.

We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

From Friday, April 7, 2023 through Friday, May 19, 2023, the Library is pleased to have on display the West Virginia Humanities Council traveling exhibit, The Hatfields & McCoys: American Blood Feud.

Located in the Atrium, visitors may view this exhibit during the Library's regular operating hours. There is no charge to view this exhibit.

Please click below for more information.

Running from January 9, 2023 through April 9, 2023, Bossard Library's Adult Winter Reading Program, "I'd Rather Bee Reading", offers our adult patrons the opportunity to win prizes by reading and/or listening to their favorite books.

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Bossard Library is pleased to announce that we are now offering limited notary services to the public.

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In celebration of the opening of our Savage Ancient Seas exhibit, the library is offering to families a free Dinosaur COSI Connects Kit.

These free kits, available while supplies last, include five dinosaur-themed STEM activities and science experiments for grades 2-6.

So that everyone has a chance to enjoy these kits, we are limiting distribution to 1 kit per family.

Beginning Tuesday, October 4, 2022, adults may stop by the library and pick up a kit at the Circulation Desk. These kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Savage Ancient Seas is a must-see during its limited engagement at Bossard Memorial Library in Gallipolis, Ohio.

Please click below for more information and to register.

Effective July 1, 2022:

Patrons who are interested in borrowing a mobile hotspot should place a hold request by calling the Library at 740-446-7323 or by logging in to their online patron account.

Please click below for more information regarding this update.

Bossard Library, in partnership with the City of Gallipolis, is excited to offer Library patrons, ages 2 and older, with the opportunity to enroll in a six-week beginning swim class.

Please click below for more information and registration requirements.