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Diaper Drive

We’re collecting diapers for United Way of Greater Lorain County!

Please consider donating diapers to any of the branches between Nov. 10 and Dec. 13. The highest need is in sizes five, six, seven and eight.

If you or someone you know needs assistance with diapers or another resource or service, please call United Way’s First Call for Help Hotline at 211.

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Gift Guide

Looking for the perfect gift for a child on your list? The Lorain Public Library System elves have compiled a list of recommended titles for various age groups.

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Puzzle Exchanges

Take a puzzle, leave a puzzle! The Columbia and Domonkas branches host ongoing puzzle exchanges where you can pick up a new-to-you jigsaw and drop off one you’ve already completed. It’s a fun, screen-free way to challenge your mind.

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Playaways

Enjoy Playaways, an easy-to-use, portable, pre-loaded audiobook available at all our branches. All you need is headphones or an auxiliary cord (also available for checkout) and press play. Click here to see other fun things available in our Library of Things!

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Treat Your Shelf

Receive personalized reading recommendations straight to your email! Click here to get started and the library staff will get busy creating a list of five book titles for your reading pleasure.

"Great service! Found several authors new to me and enjoyed every one of them! Thanks 😊" Sue R.

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