Lorain Public Library System

Lorain Public Library System Visit your Lorain Public Library System libraries in Lorain, Avon, Columbia Township, North Ridgeville and Sheffield Lake.

The Lorain Public Library System (LPLS) serves a metropolitan community with many groups of varying economic, ethnic and educational backgrounds. The estimated population in the library system’s district is over 120,000. School districts in the library system’s service district include: Lorain City Schools, Clearview Schools, Firelands Schools, Avon Schools, Columbia Schools, North Ridgeville Scho

ols, and Sheffield/Sheffield Lake Schools. Library service is provided by the Main Library in Lorain, branch libraries in South Lorain, Avon, Columbia Station, North Ridgeville and Sheffield Lake, and through outreach services, including booktruck service, residential service and books-by mail service. No discriminatory comments on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, s*x, gender, s*xual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information or age, and no comments of harassment, hate speech, threats or violence will be tolerated on this page. Such comments will be deleted by our admins.

We're looking for volunteers aged 50 and older to participate in a 60-minute program combining shared reading, a craft a...
05/31/2026

We're looking for volunteers aged 50 and older to participate in a 60-minute program combining shared reading, a craft and bingo! Each senior will be paired with one or two school-age students to assist them in practicing their reading skills. Reserve a spot: https://tinyurl.com/nrseniorreadingbuddies
πŸ“… Monday, June 15
⏰ 1 to 2 p.m.
πŸ“ North Ridgeville Branch, 35700 Bainbridge Road

Save the date! Ages 18 and under are invited to enjoy free lunch at noon, Monday through Friday all summer long. The Sum...
05/31/2026

Save the date! Ages 18 and under are invited to enjoy free lunch at noon, Monday through Friday all summer long. The Summer Food Service Program begins TOMORROW Monday, June 1 at the Main Library and Domonkas and South Lorain branches. All are welcome!

Learn how to make something new in our Create Spaces! βš™οΈ There's still spaces available in our CNC Desktop Milling Machi...
05/30/2026

Learn how to make something new in our Create Spaces! βš™οΈ There's still spaces available in our CNC Desktop Milling Machine 101 sessions this summer where you'll learn the basic skills to start creating yourself! Explore the options here: https://tinyurl.com/lplscreatespacecnc

Who done it? πŸ•΅ Kanopy's Mystery Month Collection is packed with films that will keep you guessing until the very end. St...
05/30/2026

Who done it? πŸ•΅ Kanopy's Mystery Month Collection is packed with films that will keep you guessing until the very end. Stream now and test your sleuthing skills: kanopy.com/category/15704

Explore Natural Ohio with Lorain County Metro Parks! 🌳 Participants of all ages will explore a variety of native wildlif...
05/29/2026

Explore Natural Ohio with Lorain County Metro Parks! 🌳 Participants of all ages will explore a variety of native wildlife and habitats found throughout Ohio in this hands-on experience with natural artifacts and live animal demonstrations. Reserve a spot: https://tinyurl.com/southsummer26naturalohio
πŸ“… Thursday, June 18
⏰ 2 to 3 p.m.
πŸ“ South Lorain Branch, 2121 Homewood Drive

THIS SUNDAY, May 31, will be the final day for our seasonal Sunday hours at the Main Library, Avon Branch and North Ridg...
05/29/2026

THIS SUNDAY, May 31, will be the final day for our seasonal Sunday hours at the Main Library, Avon Branch and North Ridgeville Branch!

See us at all six locations from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday all summer long! β˜€οΈ

Pack a blanket and your favorite stuffed friend for a Teddy Bear Picnic! 🐻 Enjoy stories, games, crafts and a beary tast...
05/28/2026

Pack a blanket and your favorite stuffed friend for a Teddy Bear Picnic! 🐻 Enjoy stories, games, crafts and a beary tasty snack. If it rains, the fun moves indoors with no bear left behind!
πŸ“… Thursday, June 11
⏰ 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
πŸ“ South Lorain Branch, 2121 Homewood Drive

Painter Maia Arabuli brought color and connection to the Columbia Branch this spring as Maker-In-Residence! 🎨 Patrons ha...
05/28/2026

Painter Maia Arabuli brought color and connection to the Columbia Branch this spring as Maker-In-Residence! 🎨 Patrons had the chance to create their own art in workshops and learn about Maia's process and techniques during open studio hours. Thank you to everyone who joined us while learning how to express themselves through a new skill!

Unearth your style with DIY keychains! Explorers ages 10 to 18 are invited to join us for a Summer Reading Challenge-the...
05/28/2026

Unearth your style with DIY keychains! Explorers ages 10 to 18 are invited to join us for a Summer Reading Challenge-themed craft. Reserve a spot: https://tinyurl.com/domsummer26diykeychains
πŸ“… Wednesday, June 10
⏰ 6 to 7 p.m.
πŸ“ Domonkas Branch, 4125 E. Lake Road

Reel in the fun with fishing poles available for checkout at our Avon and North Ridgeville branches! 🎣 Get outdoors with...
05/27/2026

Reel in the fun with fishing poles available for checkout at our Avon and North Ridgeville branches! 🎣 Get outdoors with loved ones and enjoy a relaxing day by the water, all with gear from LPLS! Cast a line and make summer memories! Visit tinyurl.com/lplslibraryofthingsgames for more information or call the branches!

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351 W 6th Street
Lorain, OH
44052

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