Hancock Library News

Hancock Library Annual Book Sale – Friday and Saturday
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The Friends of the Portage Lake District Library will be hosting a two-day Used Book Sale at the Hancock School Public Library. The sale will be held Friday Aug. 4 from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday Aug. 5 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Hancock High School at 501 Campus Drive in Hancock. You can enter through the Library door and the sale … read more Hancock Library Annual Book Sale – Friday and Saturday

Library’s Board of Trustees: Budget Hearing and Monthly Meeting
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The Library’s Board of Trustees hosts their annual budget hearing meeting followed by their monthly public meeting on Wednesday, June 28th, 2023 from 7:00 – 8:00pm in the Community Room. Click here for agenda.

The library will use the grant to fund a literacy program for 6th graders, add new shelves and furniture, and other improvements. Read the article at https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/2022/08/19/hancock-school-public-library-receives-212000-grant-michigan-department-education/

Hancock Library Receives Grants, New Technology and Furniture
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In the time since the Library closed alongside the school district due to the COVID19 pandemic, the library has received grant money to further develop a new media lab, funding for new technology, added new furniture and more. read more Hancock Library Receives Grants, New Technology and Furniture

PLDL Wins State Award for Service Excellence
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“It is such an honor to have our staff recognized for their innovative and engaging work in service to our patrons,” said Library Director Dillon Geshel. “PLDL holds a special place in the heart of our community, and we’re proud to stand out as one of the best small libraries in the state.” read more PLDL Wins State Award for Service Excellence