Welcome to the Ashby Free Public Library! We are a small library making a big difference. Our mission is to support, enrich, and connect our community by providing welcoming spaces, accessible resources, and inclusive programming for all ages and abilities.
We believe everyone deserves a library that feels safe, supportive, and usable. That belief guides everything we do—from how our spaces are designed to how our programs are planned.
How We Support Our Community
- Data and Reference Services
- Notary Services
- E-books and E-Audio Books via Libby
- Streaming Videos via Kanopy
- Book Repairs
- 24/7 Pickup
- Computers
- Printers
- Interlibrary Loaning
- Cricut
- 3-D Printer
- The Library of “Things”
- Books organized by Genre in Adult and Young Adult spaces and by Subject in Children’s Space, making your content easy to find
- Community Food Pantry
- Museum Passes
- “Free” Upcycling Room
- Locally Supported Programming, including hiring and partnering with community members
- Monthly Movie Nights
- Cooking Classes
- Concerts
- Author Talks
- Book Clubs
- Right Start Playgroup
- Art Programs
- Gathering Spaces
- Space Rentals
- Added more Handicap Accesible Parking Spaces
- Large Print Book Collection
- Inclusive Programming
- Lighting Accomodations, including sensory-friendly bulbs (installation in progress) and the option to turn off lights during daylight hours!
- Flexible Seating Options
- Sensory Calming Room, for quiet, low stimulation use including fidgets and sensory items
- Sensory Seeking Room, designed for movement and engagement
- Homeschooling Support and Resources
Our Upper Level is geared toward our adult patrons, programming, and presentations, our Lower Level boasts an enclosed children’s area which houses our sensory rooms and our craft room. Across the foyer is our dedicated Teen space.
We strive to make all library programs sensory-friendly and welcoming. Our goal is to ensure that everyone can participate comfortably and confidently.
If there are accommodations we can implement to make the library a more usable and welcoming space for you or your family, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are always happy to listen and learn.
We are in the midst of updating spaces and we really do appreciate your input and feedback. Together we can make the library incredible!