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Storytime—Linda Grandstaff Reads Janice May Udry and Nancy Van Laan

Watch Linda Grandstaffr read A Tree Is Nice by Janice May Udry A Tree for Me by Nancy Van Laan.

Meet The Author—Mark Darden

Mark Darden is a travel and fitness enthusiast from the Great State of Ohio. He reads his book Elijah Goes to Cleveland.

Meet The Author—Paul Orlousky

Paul Orlousky shares dozens of engaging stories-behind-the-stories.

COVID Test Kit Pick-Up Sites

Download a list of Northeast Ohio libraries that offer at-home COVID test kits.

September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World

This educational exhibition recounts the events of September 11, 2001, through the personal stories of those who witnessed and survived the attacks.

Meet The Author—Barbara K. Caravona

Everyone is "somewhere" in Barbara K. Caravona's book about Myrtle, a beautiful but mischievous miniature dachshund that lives in The Pink Hotel with her mom, Mimi.

Homework Help

Need a little extra help with homework, or just want a cool place to work? Visit the Library to get assistance and to use the Library’s resources in a quiet place free of distractions. For students through 8th grade.

Meet The Author—Derf Backderf

Derf Backderf talks about his graphic novel, a retelling of the tragic story of the Kent State shootings.

Prepare For the Jobs of the Future With Prenda

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

Reopening the Library

Learn what to expect and safety practices we have put in place upon the reopening of the Main Library and Madison Branch.

Homebound Delivery Service

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

LakewoodAlive’s 2021 Knowing Your Home Virtual Workshop Series

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

Chromebook and Printing Information

Up-to-date policies regarding Chromebooks and printing services at Lakewood Public Library.

Browse the Children’s Virtual Events Archive

Explore links to past events geared toward children.

Browse the Adult Virtual Events Archive

Explore links to past events geared toward our adult patrons.

Madison Branch – Connecting, Serving and Encouraging

The Lakewood Public Library has been proud to serve the Lakewood community with its two branch locations, Main and Madison, for over 100 years. Today, Library Trustees seek to invest in a much-needed renovation of the Madison Branch. Learn about the plans and how you can support our community of learners and readers.

Let’s Keep it Up. Let’s All #Maskup.

A letter from Northeast Ohio healthcare leaders encouraging everyone to help decrease the risk for spreading infection, be it coronavirus or flu.

Reopening the Library

Learn what to expect and safety practices we have put in place upon the reopening of the Main Library and Madison Branch.

Library Explorers Badge Quest

Read your way through the Children’s and Youth Services area at Lakewood Public Library! You receive a digital badge when you read the number of books required for each category.

Be a Lakewood Public Library Pen Pal

Kids three years old up to grade six are invited to write a letter to the Library. Then a staff member will read the letter and write back.

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.

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.

Sign Up for a Juvenile Library Card

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

Reapertura de la Biblioteca

Conozca las medidas de seguridad que hemos implementado.

CDC Guidance for Karen Speakers

Creativebug

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

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.

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.

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.

Get a Library Card From Home

Can't access our extensive digital collections and electronic resources? Then call the Library at (216) 226-8275 to register for a library card today.

Free WiFi Available Outside Library Buildings

Click through for network names at both locations.