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Hi, I'm Reed!

My Story

My name is Reed, and I live right here in Mansfield. Unlike my friends and siblings who love to sleep all day, I prefer exploring, playing, and reading during the daytime. It can get a little lonely wandering around alone all day. But one morning, I followed the B&O Bike Trail looking for adventure, and that’s when I discovered the Library.

I peeked through the windows and saw people laughing, making crafts, and studying together—all in the daytime! That first day, I was too shy to go inside. Soon, though, I just couldn’t resist seeing what the library was all about. Right away, I felt at home with the friendly staff, and there were so many things to learn and do.

Now, I’m the busiest raccoon in Richland County! As an official staff member and #1 library fan, I recommend books, create things at the programs, and explore something new all the time. Sometimes, I ride along on the Bookmobile to deliver books around the community. All of the libraries are different, so you should check them out sometime. Come on in… I think you’ll find you belong here, too.

My Favorite Things:

Color: Orange

Food: Popcorn

Genre: Mysteries and Graphic Novels

Place: The tree in the Children’s Department at the Main Library

Birthday: May 16

Storyverse Trading Cards, Stickers, and Merch… COMING SOON!

Come See Me for my Debut Appearance!

I’ll be joining you and the MRCPL Staff at our end-of-summer party! Come see me at one of my favorite parks, and collect my very first Storyverse Trading Card! I can’t wait to have a Dino Splashin’ Good Time with everyone!

Where: Marshall Park

When: Fri. Jul. 24, 1:30-2:30 PM (Party goes until 4 PM)

Faqs

Why a Raccoon?

We chose a raccoon as our mascot because raccoons are native to Richland County and are known for being curious, clever, and adventurous. Like Reed, the Library is always exploring new ideas, encouraging learning, and welcoming everyone into a place where they can belong.

Why the name Reed?

We had a staff vote, and Reed was a stand out name from the start. The alliteration of Reed the Raccoon connects him to Richland County, making his name feel like a true part of our community while giving our mascot a fun and memorable identity.

What about Marcy the Marsupial?

We decided not to bring back our former mascot, Marcy the Marsupial, because we wanted to create a fresh new character that reflects where the Library is today. While we appreciate the memories and connection our community had with Marcy, Reed gives us a chance to build a new story. Reed highlight's our Richland County roots, and is a mascot who represents curiosity, learning, creativity, and belonging for a new generation of library users.