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Support for Job Seekers

Ready to get started? Meet Community Development Specialist, Owen McConnell who will be available in the Lakewood Public Library to discuss employment opportunities EVERY MONDAY 9:00am-5:00pm!

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Mary Cole Watson Reads Her Book Wisdom Warriors

With her book Wisdom Warriors, educator and author Mary Cole Watson made it her life goal to ensure the next generation of learners understand their designated place in African American heritage.

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Jane Gordon Reads Her Book The Journey of Max and Midnight

Based on a true story, Jane Gordon shares the story of two rescued dogs, along with the experience and the love of having a dog.

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Virtual On-Demand Deep Sea Readers Story Times

Kids are invited to watch an eight episode action-packed series on environmental topics beginning Monday, June 6th and running through Friday, July 29th.

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Drop-In Family Weekend Wonders

Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts.

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In-person Pre-school Story Time

For you and your 2 to 5-year-old pre-schooler, this six-week pre-school story time is ideal for walkers, new talkers, and learning early literacy skills.

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In-person Just Baby ‘N Me

Just Baby 'N Me is a lap-sit story time ideal for babies from birth through early walkers. Register online.

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Responsible Refuse Management and Recycling

The Lakewood Public Library strives to maintain safe and responsible refuse management and recycling practices, and has partnered with several businesses to help achieve this goal.

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Oceans of Possibilities Adult Summer Reading Program

This summer, immerse yourself in Oceans of Possibilities. Each time you enjoy a book, eBook, audiobook or graphic novel, enter to win a prize.

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LakewoodAlive’s 2022 Knowing Your Home Workshop Series

As proud sponsors, Lakewood Public Library is happy to share this educational Series with the Lakewood community.

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Prepare For the Jobs of the Future With Fiero Code

Learn to innovate, problem-solve, set goals, and think creatively with Fiero Code.

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Homebound Delivery Service

Find out how homebound patrons may have Library items delivered directly to their residence.

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Browse the Children’s Virtual Events Archive

Explore links to past events geared toward children.

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Browse the Adult Virtual Events Archive

Explore links to past events geared toward our adult patrons.

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Connecting for Kids Programs

All families, including children with and without formal diagnoses are welcome to participate in virtual educational programs for adults, virtual Music Therapy and More for children, and numerous other resources.

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Proctoring Services Available

Lakewood Public Library continues to offer proctoring services. Please complete a form for each course requiring proctoring services. Once your request is submitted, a Library staff member will contact you to schedule your proctored exam.

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Children ages two years to twelve years may register online for a juvenile library card on their own.

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Creativebug

Creativebug offers unlimited access to thousands of free online video workshops and classes taught by design experts and artists.

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Storytime at Home With Your Child – Early Literacy

TumbleBooks adds music, narration, games, puzzles, quizzes and movement to classic fiction and nonfiction titles to create a new book experience for your child.

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Storytime at Home With Your Child – Early Numeracy

TumbleMath is a comprehensive collection of animated, talking math story books and nonfiction math books available in the TumbleBook format.

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Learn a New Language at Home

We offer three portals to learning foreign languages quickly and easily. Each option provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language.

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Computers & Printing

Public computers are available at both the Main Library and the Madison Branch for patrons who need to conduct online research, make use of office-style programs, access email, or use social media.

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Virtual Meet the Author- A Penny’s Thoughts

Book by Tommy O'Sionnach What would an inanimate object say if it could speak? An American tapestry is woven daily with the circulation of coins, and the penny is the most prolific yet incredibly underappreciated. In A Penny’s Thoughts, a single copper coin inspires a collection of vivid character vignettes. Tommy O’Sionnach is the pseudonym […] Read More

Wednesday, August 10, 2022 - 7:00 pm
Meet The Author,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Friday, August 12, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Madison Branch
Friday, August 12, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Friday, August 12, 2022 - 7:00 pm
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Saturday, August 13, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Tail Waggin’ Tutors

For You and Your Kindergarten through Fifth Grade Child Your child can bone up on their reading skills during a one-on-one session in a dog-friendly atmosphere. Students can practice reading with one of the dogs and owners that have been certified through Therapy Dogs International, an organization dedicated to regulating, testing and registering therapy dogs […] Read More

  • Main Library
Saturday, August 13, 2022 - 11:00 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Knit & Lit Book Club

Come share your passion for great literature and show off your knitting, crocheting, counted cross-stitch, embroidery and quilting works-in-progress. Tonight we will discuss The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles.    Read More

  • Main Library
Tuesday, August 16, 2022 - 7:00 pm
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Booked for Murder Book Club

If you share a passion for mystery, join the group each month to discuss your favorites and selections made by group members. Tonight we will discuss The Dead Key by D.M. Pulley.  Read More

  • Main Library
Thursday, August 18, 2022 - 7:00 pm
Book Clubs,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Friday, August 19, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Madison Branch
Friday, August 19, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Friday, August 19, 2022 - 7:00 pm
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Saturday, August 20, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Meet the Author – Lost Civil War

Book by Laura DeMarco Lost Civil War is a unique visual guide to America's war between the states, told through the sites swept aside by development or decay. Local connections including Camp Cleveland are explored as well as the lives of local heroes. This collection is arranged thematically and illustrated with more than 200 vintage […] Read More

  • Main Library
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 - 7:00 pm
Meet The Author,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Friday, August 26, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Madison Branch
Friday, August 26, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Friday, August 26, 2022 - 7:00 pm
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Saturday, August 27, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Adapted Story Time: For You and Your 3-to 7-Year-Old Child

Main Library Toddler's Story Room In this story time, children with varying learning styles and abilities will learn with their caregivers in a safe, supportive environment, where respect and appreceiation for differences is encouraged. This thirty-minute story time is designed for children who may not be flourishing in a traditional story time experience. Story time […] Read More

  • Main Library
Saturday, August 27, 2022 - 2:00 pm
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Friday, September 2, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Madison Branch
Friday, September 2, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Friday, September 2, 2022 - 7:00 pm
Weekend Programs For Families,
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Drop-in Family Weekend Wonders

Looking for weekend entertainment for the whole family? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. Your whole family will enjoy these programs full of enthusiastic stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different […] Read More

  • Main Library
Saturday, September 3, 2022 - 10:30 am
Weekend Programs For Families,