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Toni Morrison Day
Celebrate the Lorain native who became the first Black woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature by checking out one of her novels or children’s books! Learn more about this pioneer novelist by taking a virtual tour of the room named for her at our Main Library.
Spring Maker in Residence
Register for a FREE program with resident painter Maia Arabuli to learn about and explore painting styles and techniques! Programs include pointillism, still life, cubism and graphic composition.
StoryWalks reopen!
Grab your kiddos and head to your local branch to pick up a Literary Trails passport, then have fun spending the spring and summer visiting each one! Show your completed passport at any branch to claim a small prize!
Stock the Freedge
Support your neighbors in need by donating canned vegetables, soup, tuna, Chef Boyardee, pasta and pasta sauce, Rice-A-Roni or ready rice, peanut butter, oatmeal, cereal, fruit cups, dried fruits, nuts or trail mix.
Library of Things
Check out our collection of non-traditional items for loan! Your library gives you access to things you may not have realized like bikes, LEGO kits, fishing poles, giant yard games and more!
Celebrating 125 Years
We've got lots of special programs planned including decades-themed parties at each branch! Plus, many of our community partners are offering special discounts when you show your library card. Click here to learn more.
eLibrary
Our online collection offers cardholders the freedom to download and/or stream books, movies, music, newspapers, magazines and more at no charge, from wherever you are. Get started on your electronic library (eLibrary) journey by clicking here.