North Hall Library

North Hall Library Best academic library in all of Mansfield, PA!

We've got it all:

Audio books
Beanbag chairs
Caldecott Award winners
DVDs
E-books (thousands of them)
Flashlight (from back in the day)
Group study rooms
Headphones for your listening pleasure
Individual Study Rooms
Journals (thousands of them online)
Kits (and we don’t mean baby foxes)
Laptops
Media Viewing Rooms
New York Times bestsellers
Open 6-floor Atrium, with a Christmas tree in season
P

rinters, black and white & color
Quiet study areas
Record Players
Sara the Ghost (well stories of her at least)
Topo maps
University Archives (that’s historical documents about the university)
Vinyl Records & VCRs
White Boards
X-1 Paper Glider Kit – a DIY guide
Young adult lit
Zoo Animal puppets

🎨 Summer Crafternoons in North Hall! ✨Looking for a creative escape this summer? Join Amy D. and Holly in the Traditiona...
06/01/2026

🎨 Summer Crafternoons in North Hall! ✨
Looking for a creative escape this summer? Join Amy D. and Holly in the Traditional Reading Room for a series of fun, relaxing, and crafty afternoons!

Whether you want to try your hand at something new or bring a project you’re already working on, we’ve got a spot for you.

📅 Mark Your Calendars:
We will be meeting on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of June, July, and August from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Check out the full summer lineup:

June 3: Macrame 🪢

June 17: Bring Your Own Craft (BYOC) 🧵

July 1: BYOC or continue macrame ✂️

July 15: Painting 🎨

August 5: Bookmarks and book journals 📚

August 19: BYOC 🖍️

No matter your skill level, come take a lunch-hour break, hang out with fellow creators, and make something beautiful. We can't wait to craft with you!

Reading between the lines? More like reading across the rainbow! 🌈📚Our shelves are showing their true colors this month....
06/01/2026

Reading between the lines? More like reading across the rainbow! 🌈📚

Our shelves are showing their true colors this month. At North Hall Library, we believe that every story matters, every voice deserves to be heard, and everyone belongs.

Whether you're looking for LGBTQ+ history, q***r fiction, or just a welcoming place to study, we’ve got a space (and a book) for you. Happy Pride Month! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

🐹 Fun Fact Friday: The Ultimate Backpack! 🎒✨It's National Pet Month, and today we’re looking at the ultimate pocket pets...
05/22/2026

🐹 Fun Fact Friday: The Ultimate Backpack! 🎒✨
It's National Pet Month, and today we’re looking at the ultimate pocket pets—hamsters! You probably know they love to stuff their faces, but their cheeks are practically a superpower.

Did you know a hamster's famous cheek pouches can stretch all the way back to their shoulders? 🤯

Here is what makes those cheeks so incredible:

Heavy Lifting: They can carry up to 20% of their body weight in food at a single time. (That's like a human carrying a massive 30-pound backpack using just their face!)

Built-in Life Jackets: In the wild, some hamsters will puff up their cheek pouches with air and use them as floatation devices to help them float while swimming! 🏊‍♂️🎈

Whether your pets are master packers or just masters of napping, we want to see them! Show us your reading companions in the comments below! 👇🐾

Want to learn more wild facts about your favorite animals? Swing by North Hall Library and check out our zoology and pet care sections! 📚

05/20/2026

The video begins with a close-up shot of an open academic book resting on a wooden study desk. The text on the screen reads, "POV: You have the best view on campus." The camera then pans smoothly to the left, moving past a wooden divider panel toward a nearby window.

Through the window, a high-angle, scenic view of a college campus unfolds under a bright, partly cloudy blue sky. Below, lush green lawns are dotted with sidewalks, streetlamps, and blooming pink and white spring trees. In the background, rolling green hills stretch out toward the horizon, completing a peaceful and picturesque campus landscape.

North Hall Library will be closed on Thursday, May 21 for scheduled building maintenance. 🛠️We’ll be back to our regular...
05/20/2026

North Hall Library will be closed on Thursday, May 21 for scheduled building maintenance. 🛠️

We’ll be back to our regular summer hours on Friday, May 22.

Need to return books or grab a last-minute read? Make sure to stop by before we close this Wednesday! While the physical building is closed, our digital resources, databases, and e-books are always available 24/7 on our website.

Thanks for your patience as we keep our historic space in top shape! 📚✨

The stacks are a little quieter today, and the study tables are finally clear. 🎓 Congratulations to all of our Mansfield...
05/15/2026

The stacks are a little quieter today, and the study tables are finally clear. 🎓 Congratulations to all of our Mansfield Mounties! We’ve loved being your "home away from home" during your journey. Go forth and do great things! 🏔️✨

☀️ Summer Hours at North Hall LibraryHeading into the summer break? We’re adjusting our schedule! From May 15 through Au...
05/15/2026

☀️ Summer Hours at North Hall Library
Heading into the summer break? We’re adjusting our schedule! From May 15 through August 23, North Hall Library will be operating on our summer hours:

Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Whether you’re taking summer courses, catching up on some research, or just looking for a quiet place to read, we’re here to help.

Don't forget—even when the building is closed, our digital collection is available to you 24/7. Have a wonderful summer! 🌿📚

🌿 Seed of the Week: Delightful Dill! 🌿Dill is a must-have for any herb garden! Whether you're looking to season fresh fi...
05/07/2026

🌿 Seed of the Week: Delightful Dill! 🌿

Dill is a must-have for any herb garden! Whether you're looking to season fresh fish, whip up some homemade pickles, or add a bright, tangy kick to your summer salads, this versatile herb is a kitchen staple.

Pro-Tip: Dill is also a fantastic companion plant! Its beautiful yellow umbels attract beneficial pollinators like butterflies and hoverflies to your garden.

Ready to start your own? Stop by the North Hall Seed Library to pick up a packet and get growing!

Learn more and check out our full collection here:
👉 https://library.commonwealthu.edu/nhseedlibrary

☀️ Holly’s Gardening Tip of the Week: Give Them a Turn! ☀️Ever notice your indoor plants leaning toward the window? They...
05/06/2026

☀️ Holly’s Gardening Tip of the Week: Give Them a Turn! ☀️

Ever notice your indoor plants leaning toward the window? They are reaching for the sun! To help your houseplants grow straight and maintain a full, balanced shape, try rotating them a quarter turn every time you water.

This simple trick ensures every leaf gets its share of vitamin D and prevents your plants from becoming "leggy" or lopsided. 🌿✨

For more gardening resources and to see what’s growing in our collection, visit the North Hall Seed Library:
👉 https://library.commonwealthu.edu/nhseedlibrary

🌌 Game of the Week: Starry Night Sky! 🌌Prepare to be enchanted! This week, North Hall Library invites you to explore the...
05/05/2026

🌌 Game of the Week: Starry Night Sky! 🌌
Prepare to be enchanted! This week, North Hall Library invites you to explore the celestial wonders with our featured board game, Starry Night Sky.

Get ready to experience:

✨ Stunningly beautiful art that captures the magic of a clear night.
🔭 Engaging gameplay that's easy to learn but offers strategic depth.
🪐 A family-friendly challenge perfect for 2-4 players of all ages.

In Starry Night Sky, players are observers competing to discover and document the most impressive constellations. Will you map the stars like a true astronomer and earn the title of Chief Observer?

Come check out this cosmic adventure and discover your next favorite game!

Find it here: https://library.commonwealthu.edu/nhboardgames

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