From November 16 through December 16 the Massillon Public Library, its branches and the bookmobile will accept non-perishable food items and/or new school supplies in lieu of current fines. This fine forgiveness is only for overdue items currently checked out and returned to the library with a donation. This program does not extend forgiveness for past fines, replacement costs and collection fees.

If you've ever thought about writing The Great American Novel, now may be the time to give it a try. For the last decade, aspiring writers have been putting themselves to the ultimate test during the month of November by attempting to write a 50,000 word novel in just 30 days. The project is called NaNoWriMo.

On December 19, the Library will raffle a collection of popular books, posters and prints - all signed and donated by authors! This fundraiser was the brainchild of library employee, Mary Ann Potts. Seeing that many small, cost-cutting efforts were making an impact on the library’s budget, she asked herself what small thing she could do.