General Information

 Hampshire County Public Library
153 West Main Street
Romney, WV 26757
304-822-3185
Fax-304-822-3955
E-mail: amanda.snyder@martin.lib.wv.us

Library Hours:
Monday and Friday 10:00- 8:00
Tuesday, Wednesday,
Thursday 10:00 - 6:00
Saturday 10:00- 4:00
Closed Sunday

Mission:
   
 

The Hampshire County Public Library is a public institution dedicated to providing equal, uncensored access to information in a wide variety of formats to serve the educational, recreational, cultural and informational needs of all Citizens of Hampshire County. In doing this our library was rated 14th in the state by the most recent Hennen's American Public Library Rating (HAPL) Index.

Organization and Funding:
 The Hampshire County Public Library is administered by a five member Library Board appointed by the County Commission. The library receives the bulk of its financing from a special library levy that was first established in 1987 after the elimination of Revenue Funding. Additional funding is provided by the State of West Virginia, the Hampshire County School Board, the town of Romney, and donations from the community.
Services:
 Material:Miscellaneous:
Best Sellers, Paperback Books, West Virginia Collection, Genealogy Collection, Interlibrary Loans, Large Print Books, Magazines, Newspapers, Readers Guide, Telephone Directories, West Virginia Vertical File, Computerized Card Catalog, West Virginia Code Books, Cassettes, Books on Tape, Videos, Maps, Newspapers, Census, Deed Books, Court Records, Surveys on microfilm.Notary, Copy Machines, Fax, Federal and State Tax Forms, VITA Tax Assistance, Summer Reading Program, Story Hour, Nursing Home Visits, Meeting Room, Monthly Displays, Health and Fitness Programs, Computer Training, Family History Research, Handicapped Accessible, Coupon Exchange
Board of DirectorsStaff:
 

John Zeilor, President
Steve Moreland, Treasurer
Kathee Rogers, Secretary
Margaret Broderick
Pam Brady

 Amanda Snyder , Director
Norma Czernicki, Head Librarian
Kathy Puhalla, Assistant to Director
Trisa Hott, Clerk
Linda Beatty, Clerk
Freda Kline, Librarian Assistant
Kathy Pullaha, Storyhour/Nursing Home Coordinator
Pat Morey, Clerk
Leenie Hobbie, Clerk
Programs
 Children's
  • Children's Storyhour - Come join us for Storyhour! Our sessions center around a weekly theme such as an upcoming holiday, special event or conecpt relevant to younger children. Activities such as coloring, crafts, sing-a-longs and games are also included. Most months, one Saturday is devoted to Kid's Crafts, where fun holiday craft projects are completed. Storyhour is held every Wednesday and Saturday at 11a.m. and the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 11a.m. For more information on Storyhour, or to volunteer, or to make suggestions, please contact the Library at 304-822-3185 or e-mail amanda.snyder@martin.lib.wv.us
  • Every Wednesday at 11:00 we offer a pre-school storyhour for children 3-5. An adult must accompany children for this activity. Please contact Evelyn Smith for more information concerning this program.
  • Each summer we offer a "Summer Reading Program" where we encourage children ages 6-13 to explore the library and books. For more information on this service please call Kathy Puhalla at the library. Also check out "Upcoming Events" for more information on children programs
 Adult
  • Displays - Each month the library features a special display in the entrance of the library. These displays are arranged through various citizens in the community who are willing to share their collection or talents. If you have a collection of art or other items that would be of interest to the public we encourage you to contact Brenda Riffle at the library.
  • Art Displays - Hampshire County Art Council sponsors monthly art displays on the balcony of the library.
  • Displays - Main monthly displays are in the glass case downstairs.
  • Knitting Class - Meets every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Everyone welcome. No charge.
  • Quilt Class - Meets every other Wednesday 11-3. Call the library for dates, no charge. Beginners welcome. You may also check the Hampshire Review Community Bulletin Board the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.
  • Computer Classes - The library usually offers computer classes for adults during the year. Call for more information.
  • Also check out "Upcoming Events" to see what programs are available.
153 West Main Street, Romney, West Virginia 26757 | P: 304-822-3185 F: 304-822-3955 | E-mail | Open: Mon & Fri: 10-8, Tues-Thur: 10-6, Sat: 10-4