Lakewood Public Library has earned its place in the community through the services it offers. A childhood filled with Library programs can take a child from pre-literacy story time to after school Homework Help to college preparation with plenty of fun and adventure in between. Concerts, films, lectures and classes bring the community together and get people talking.
We offer free test proctoring to students and provide deliveries to Lakewood teachers to help stimulate their classrooms. Homebound deliveries allow those who are unable to reach our facilities to remain a valued part of the community conversation. And our commitment to the Interlibrary Loan program means that, in addition to the thousands of volumes physically warehoused in our buildings, our patrons have access to virtually every book in the world.
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.
Your Library Card
Lakewood Public Library, consisting of the Main Library and the Madison Branch, is an independent system with its own unique Library card and policies. Registration is free and open to every resident of the state of Ohio.
Request an Item or Interlibrary Loan
If you’re looking for something that we don’t have, you are encouraged to make a request by phone, in person at either the Main Library or the Madison Branch, or by submitting your request online using the form below. If we are unable to acquire it for our own collection we will try to borrow it from another library through Interlibrary Loan.
Teacher Loan Courier Service
If you’re looking for something that we don’t have, you are encouraged to make a request by phone, in person at either the Main Library or the Madison Branch, or by submitting your request online using the form below. If we are unable to acquire it for our own collection we will try to borrow it from another library through Interlibrary Loan.
Teacher Materials Request
Teachers who teach or reside in Lakewood may have classroom materials delivered to their Lakewood school or Lakewood home.
Homebound Delivery
The Library has a proud tradition of delivering library items to Lakewood residents who are unable to leave their home, whether on a temporary or permanent basis.
Test Proctoring
Students can have written and electronic tests proctored by appointment at the Main Library. This service is available to all patrons with a Lakewood Public Library card.
Meeting Rooms
The Library is first and foremost a place for quiet. Those who need to find a space to work in small groups may reserve one of several rooms in the Main Library or Madison Branch.