All library programs are canceled March 13, 14, and 15.
In accordance with the closing of Ohio schools, the library will be closed March 16 - April 5.
Please check back for further updates.
All library programs are canceled March 13, 14, and 15.
In accordance with the closing of Ohio schools, the library will be closed March 16 - April 5.
Please check back for further updates.
as we honor and thank
Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library Director
Douglas H. Dotterer
Retirement Reception
The Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library offers free notary public service for simple documents, such as an automobile title, etc.
Notary services are available during most library hours, Monday through Saturday and an appointment is not necessary. For more information, please contact the Information Services Desk at (330) 688-3295, ext. 4.
Note: Nothing can be notarized during the last 60 minutes before the library closes or on Sundays.
Note: In the State of Ohio, notaries cannot certify documents. We cannot certify copies of passports, Driver’s Licenses, birth certificates, marriages, death certificates, divorce, or naturalization certificates.
Documents that we are unable to notarize:
What if I forget to bring my identification?
We will not be able to notarize any documents for you at that time.
Do all blanks have to be filled in before I have my document notarized?
Yes. Blank spaces not used in a document should have a line drawn through them so that no one can add to the terms of the document after it was signed.
I need my birth certificate notarized. What should I do?
If you were born anywhere in Ohio, go to the Dept. of Vital Statistics at the Kent City Health Department, 414 E. Main St., Kent, OH, or to Summit County Public Health, 1867 W Market Street, Akron OH and obtain a certified copy of your birth certificate.
If you were born outside of Ohio, go to https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm or https://www.vitalchek.com/birth-certificates and order a copy of your birth certificate be sent to you.
Can you notarize a document that is in a language other than English?
Yes, as long as the signer of the document is able to effectively communicate with the notary WITHOUT a translator. If foreign documents do not have the notary certificate in English, the notary will have to attach another certificate.
If the signer cannot communicate in English, please contact:
International Institute of Akron
20 Olive St. Suite 201
Akron, Ohio 44310
(330) 376-5106
Can you come to my nursing / assisted living facility or home to notarize documents?
No. You must come to the library in person (and with proper ID) to have documents notarized.
Can you provide legal advice regarding my document?
No. A Notary Public is not a licensed attorney. If you have legal questions about your document, we recommend you consult an attorney.
Can you notarize my I-9 form?
I-9 forms cannot be notarized. However, a notary can serve as your company's authorized agent and witness that you have shown the proper documents.
When are notaries available at the Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library?
Notaries are available during most library hours on weekdays, evenings, and weekends except for Sundays. Note: Nothing can be notarized during the last 60 minutes before the library closes or on Sundays.
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Do you love the library? Brighten our turtle Spike’s day – write her a valentine and tell her why you love the library! You can send a message on Facebook, email prgroup@smfpl.org, or visit the library and drop a message in Spike’s mailbox. We’ll share your best messages on social media and by Spike’s tank. And who knows – maybe Spike will write a valentine back to you with a sweet treat attached!
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The Art Gallery is located on the wall to the left of the main entrance on the first floor of the Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library.
Click on artist for more information on the artist and their art. For information about showing your work, see Art Gallery Guidelines